A Rising Star in Cary
Carter Hadnot, a standout prospect from the West Coast, has arrived in Cary, North Carolina, to take part in the 18U National Team Training Camp, a key stepping stone for the next generation of American baseball talent.
The camp, organized by USA Baseball in partnership with Major League Baseball, gathers the nation’s most promising young players for intensive instruction and competition, offering a glimpse into the future of the sport.
Hadnot’s journey to this point has been marked by consistent excellence. Just last summer he helped USA Prime National capture a gold medal at the 17U National Team Championships, where his .375 batting average and clutch hitting — including two triples, a double and a home run — stood out.
His performance earned him the highest slugging percentage among participants who played four or more games, underscoring both power and consistency at the plate.
Beyond this recent triumph, Hadnot brings valuable experience from the 16U/17U National Team Development Program and five appearances in MLB Develops events, among them the prestigious Breakthrough Series, a showcase that has launched many future draftees.
Baseball America’s draft rankings have placed him as high as the seventh overall prospect for the 2027 MLB Draft, a testament to his rising stock among evaluators who track the next wave of talent.
Nine players who previously trained on the 18U National Team have already been selected in the first round of recent drafts, a trend that highlights the pipeline’s effectiveness and the caliber of competition Hadnot now faces.
Despite the accolades and the looming draft prospects, Hadnot says his primary focus is simple: compete hard, learn from the coaches, and enjoy the game he loves.
As the camp progresses, observers will watch closely how the West Coast native adapts to the East Coast environment, and whether his early success translates into sustained development under the watchful eyes of USA Baseball and MLB scouts.