A Combine Revelation
Noah Wilson, a recent graduate of McCallie School, stunned attendees at the MLB Draft Combine by posting a 30‑yard dash of 3.497 seconds, the fastest ever recorded in the event’s history. The performance has propelled him into the top‑100 prospects on MLB.com and has many analysts projecting an early‑round selection.
Wilson’s season at McCallie was equally impressive. He batted .385, smashed six home runs, and posted a near‑1.200 OPS, while also stealing 41 runs and delivering eight doubles, three triples and six homers. His combination of speed, power and on‑base skill has made him a cornerstone of the Tennessee Sports Writers Association’s all‑state baseball team.
A Deep Pool of Talent
The all‑state squad features 17 standout players from the Chattanooga area, each bringing a unique skill set. Blake Lundy, a Tennessee commitment, led the group with 29 home runs and 84 RBIs, while Brooks Berry, headed to Alabama, paced the Red Raiders with a .443 average. Mac Morris, an Alabama commit, shone defensively with a .976 fielding percentage at shortstop, and Jack Schuman, bound for Clemson, hit .375 with 30 RBIs and a perfect 1.000 fielding mark.
Pitchers and two‑way players also made headlines. Wells Grisham, a Pittsburgh signee, went 8‑0 with 81 strikeouts and a 2.54 ERA, while Henry Allen, headed to Kennesaw State, hit three homers and won five games on the mound. Maddux Hasty, a Mookie Betts Mr. Baseball finalist, finished 7‑0 with a 1.85 ERA and a .420 batting average.
Other notable names include Dylan Cunningham and Brody Raby, who led Sale Creek to its first TSSAA state tournament appearance, and Walters State signees Aaron Hise and Carter Hinsley, who helped Boyd Buchanan double its win total. Hise topped the region with 33 extra‑base hits and 11 homers, while Hinsley went 7‑0 with a 2.18 ERA. The breadth of talent extends to players like Alex Phillips, Bowen Combs, Bo Cooper and Tyler Cook, each contributing to a vibrant baseball landscape across Tennessee.
Looking Ahead
With the MLB Draft approaching, Wilson’s combination of elite speed and polished hitting makes him a marquee name for teams seeking a dynamic leadoff option. Meanwhile, the diverse commitments of his peers — ranging from Alabama and Clemson to professional signees — signal a rich pipeline of talent that could shape the next generation of collegiate and professional baseball in the region.