Vermont High School Baseball: A Season of Breakout Performances
The 2026 high school baseball season in Vermont has been marked by a surge of talent, with coaches and analysts pointing to a dozen players who have emerged as the most influential forces on the diamond.
From power hitters delivering clutch RBIs to shut‑down pitchers posting sub‑1.00 ERAs, the standout athletes reflect a blend of skill, discipline, and teamwork that has elevated their squads in competitive Division I and II leagues.
Offensive Leaders at the Plate
Several of the featured hitters are posting batting averages above .400, with Abe Ready of Mount Abraham Union leading the pack at .656, complemented by three home runs and 22 RBIs that have placed him among the state’s most feared sluggers.
Eli Davis of Colchester, while known for his defensive reliability at shortstop, maintains a .368 average and has already added a home run to his tally, while Wyatt Chambers of Hartford combines a .440 average with 13 RBIs and a 3‑0 record on the mound.
Dominant Pitchers and All‑Around Performers
On the mound, Jackson Howe of Otter Valley Union boasts a 0.79 ERA and 54 strikeouts over 26 2⁄3 innings, while Dylan Sicard from BFA‑Fairfax remains unbeaten at 3‑0 with a perfect 0.00 ERA and 32 strikeouts, underscoring the depth of pitching talent across the classification.
Eamon Morency of Burlington and Ben West of North Country Union have each delivered double‑digit strikeout performances, with Morency posting a 3‑1 record and a 3.34 ERA, and West spanning 17 innings of flawless pitching that yielded 33 strikeouts and a .455 batting average.
Beyond statistics, players like Connor Hale of Lyndon Institute and Xander Oshoniyi of Thetford Academy contribute significantly with high exit velocities and error‑free defensive play, illustrating the well‑rounded skill sets that coaches prize.
Coaches across the state have highlighted the mental and physical growth of these athletes, noting that the combination of statistical excellence and leadership on the field suggests a promising pipeline for future collegiate and potentially professional talent in Vermont.