
Gunnar Alm Leads Western North Carolina in All‑State Honors
Polk County graduate Gunnar Alm earns first‑team All‑State honors from HighSchoolOT.com, joining a select group of regional athletes recognized for their exceptional performances.
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Polk County graduate Gunnar Alm earns first‑team All‑State honors from HighSchoolOT.com, joining a select group of regional athletes recognized for their exceptional performances.

The 2026 All‑State baseball selections recognize 75 top seniors across North Carolina, highlighting repeat honorees, new talents, and sponsor backing.
The 2027 college baseball recruiting landscape is dominated by a deep pool of five‑star freshmen, with pitching talent headlining the rankings and several powerhouse programs staking their claims.

Two exceptional seniors, Gunnar Alm and Jared Hagwood, were named co‑players of the year for North Carolina baseball, each guiding their teams to historic achievements and securing prominent college commitments.
Holt Gaston, a junior right‑hander from Roberson High School, announced his commitment to play Division I baseball at North Carolina State University, highlighting a season that featured a 6‑0 record, a 3.53 ERA, 51 strikeouts, and a .303 batting average with four home runs and 26 RBIs. His decision joins a recruiting class that includes Polk County’s Gunnar Alm and former West Henderson pitcher Truitt Manuel, reflecting a broader trend of Roberson alumni advancing to Division I programs.

Holt Gaston, a senior pitcher from Roberson High School, has announced his commitment to North Carolina State University, highlighting a trend of local talent moving to Division I baseball.

The program adds experienced depth at pitcher and outfield, complementing a full slate of returnees and freshmen ahead of the upcoming season.

Maddox Monsour, a highly ranked Texas transfer, has pledged to play for NC State in 2026, bringing elite pedigree and a chance to compete for a starting spot amid a reshaped outfield.
A look at the season's biggest moments and the athletes who are vying for the title of 2026 Athlete of the Year.

The North Carolina Baseball Coaches Association unveiled its 2026 all‑state teams and Player and Pitcher of the Year awards for each classification, recognizing the state’s most exceptional high school baseball performers.
The North Carolina Baseball Coaches Association has unveiled its all‑state selections, recognizing standout high school athletes across the state’s divisions.

Chris Hart, a longtime Wolfpack assistant, is now the head coach. His staff, the transfer portal, and a promising freshman class shape the program's next chapter.

NC State’s baseball program appoints Chris Hart as head coach, ushering in a new era marked by staff reshuffles, transfer portal moves and a revamped approach to scheduling and player development.
The Citizen-Times and Times-News have released the 2026 All-Western North Carolina baseball teams, spotlighting top players, pitchers and coaches from 15 schools across the region.

Gunnar Alm, a standout centerfielder from Polk County, has completed his high school career with the Wolverines and is projected to be drafted between the second and fifth rounds, while committing to play at NC State.
The 2026 season ended May 15, the earliest in years, with no Western North Carolina team reaching the regional finals. Reynolds topped the local effort, while a ten‑team top‑10 list highlights standout performances.