March 5, 2024
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As March arrives, public schools have initiated baseball tryouts, while certain private schools have already commenced their seasons through scrimmages and practices. Maryland Private schools will be featured in this year’s weekly Maryland Private Top 10 rankings, whereas only Public schools will be considered in the traditional Maryland Power 25. Updates to these rankings will be published every Monday throughout the season.
In this initial update, our team focuses on the Preseason 1-5 rankings, accompanied by brief notes on each.
MARYLAND PRIVATE SCHOOL PRESEASON 1-5
RankHigh SchoolConference1Archbishop SpaldingMIAA A2Georgetown PrepIAC3John CarrollMIAA A4Calvert HallMIAA A5GorettiOld Line
No. 1 Archbishop Spalding
Leading the way in the 2024 spring season is Spalding, holding the top spot among private schools in Maryland after securing consecutive conference championship titles. The Cavaliers boast exceptional pitching depth, spearheaded by senior Jake Yeager, one of the top prep arms in the state. Coach Palumbo’s arsenal includes juniors Peyton Mamula, Brayden Robinson, and Nathan Wines, forming a formidable pitching lineup. The offensive potential of the team is underscored by seniors Brennan Inscoe, Carson Merritt, and Carver Salazar, supported by a talented junior lineup comprising Drew Emrich, Theo Loughlin, Jack McNally, Jacob Ruiz, and Dillon Stoltzfus. The roster’s depth and talent bode well for a successful season ahead.
No. 2 Georgetown Prep
Georgetown Prep, a consistently strong program in Maryland, clinched their 4th consecutive IAC title in 2023. With IAC Player of the Year Aiden Dubetsky leading the charge, supported by Raymond Huke, Andrew Duncan, and Austin Weiss, the team showcases a wealth of pitching talent. The lineup features lefties CJ Chatterton, Dubetsky, and Ryan Maxey, complemented by power hitters like Will Twomey, Andrew Duncan, and Austin Weiss. The team’s high-caliber talent positions them for continued success in 2024.
No. 3 John Carroll
Choosing between John Carroll and Calvert Hall for the 3rd and 4th spots was a challenge, given their potent offenses. John Carroll gains the edge with a strong pitching lineup led by senior Aaron Snyder, junior Brooks Mueller, and talented sophomores Brycen Altland, Dalton Cole, and Pierce Quinn. The offense, anchored by junior bats Dallas Brooks, Casey Carpenter, and Will Rhine, supported by Andrew Jourdan and Cam Leach, promises an exciting season if the pitching staff can deliver and allow the offense to shine.
No. 4 Calvert Hall
Calvert Hall boasts an offense with immense potential to impress this spring, featuring a talented junior class led by Kaden Barmer, Will Haacke, Travis Peitz, and Thomas Pilarski, alongside senior power hitters Michael Copenspire and Nick Bournousouzis. While pitching remains a question mark, the team shows promise with junior arms Peter Bashore and Nathan Rodriguez, supported by freshman Ryder Sowa, poised to make a significant impact.
No. 5 St. Maria Goretti
In their final year before closure, St. Maria Goretti High School aims to leave a lasting impact on their baseball program under coach Greg Eversole. The Gaels boast a roster of Division I committed players on both offense and defense, highlighting their top-tier talent depth. With a strong pitching trio in Colin Fulmer, Andrew Kerns, and Parker Sweeney, and a potent offense featuring players like Michael Goldsmith, Ty Hames, Warner Harper, Will Oates, Nicholas Petruzzello, and Parker Sweeney, the Gaels exhibit depth and talent across the board, setting the stage for an exciting spring season.