Hudson Ohm, a senior at Zumbrota‑Mazeppa High School, has been selected as the 2026 Post‑Bulletin All‑Area Baseball Player of the Year, a honor that reflects both his dominance on the mound and his bat‑handling prowess.
The making of a standout
His preparation before each game is methodical: a cold shower, a protein‑rich breakfast, and a session of watching highlights from Major League pitchers to fine‑tune his mindset.
Ohm credits his tight‑knit family — father Chuck, older brother Preston and a lineage of pitchers — for the steady encouragement that has shaped his career, and he gives equal thanks to his coaches for their guidance.
During the 2026 season he finished 6‑0 on the mound with an ERA of 1.00, while at the plate he batted .413, amassing 31 hits and three home runs, numbers that placed him among the most consistent performers in the state.
Looking ahead
He has committed to continue his baseball career at the University of Minnesota, where he hopes to add velocity to reach the mid‑90s mile‑per‑hour range as a freshman.
Beyond the high school season, Ohm is spending the summer coaching T‑ball and pee‑wee teams, using the experience to give back to younger players while sharpening his own skills.
Future aspirations
At the recent Senior All‑Star Series in Chaska, Minnesota, Ohm tested his arm against top prospects, and he hopes to earn a spot with the Rochester Royals to further prepare for college competition.