Shortstop Grady Emerson is the #1 ranked prospect in the high school class of 2026. Currently committed to the University of Texas, Emerson is a five-tool left-handed hitting shortstop who has the attention of scouts across the country. I had the privilege of shooting for Emerson and all of his teammates on the 17u Canes National/Mets Scout Team during the summer of 2025, and needless to say, he acts as much like a professional baseball player as he plays. His talent speaks for itself and with the tremendous character he has as a young athlete, he definitely has what it takes to be a household name within the next several years. Here is a hype mixtape I produced for him using my clips, which is posted collaboratively from my account on Instagram with his.