Tennessee Preseason All State – Roster Preview (Midsouth Mafia Edition)
The Tennessee Preseason All-State is finally here! The much-anticipated event with some of the top athletes in Tennessee will be quite the event for our friends over at PBR Tennessee. We can’t wait to see it all unfold, and take place. With that talented group comes visibility for a handful of our very own. 6 of our own, will be right in the thick of it come tomorrow at Liberty Creek HS. We dive in below of these 6 studs that we expect to have big days for the PBR Staff. All video is credited to the individual athlete and the PBR staff.
1.) Tyler Cross – 2025 – Catcher – Goodpasture Christian
What’s To Come: Big TC from Goodpasture is as steady as they come. The last time he did a PBR event was back in 2022, so his numbers we expect to improve mightily. As a ball player, just very natural. Has started to become more mobile behind the plate, which helps his ability to block both left and right. He’s lived in the weight room over these last few months, so we are ecstatic for his numbers to all get updated on full display.
PBR Profile: https://www.prepbaseballreport.com/profiles/TN/Tyler-Cross-9750382461
Had an amazing time at @RacersBaseball camp it was an amazing opportunity to get in front of the coaching staff. Thank you Coach @CooperGoen for having me! @5starmidsouth25
@PBRTennessee @baseballgcs pic.twitter.com/d7w5p0Vyqd— Tyler Cross (@tcross_35) November 13, 2023
Had a great time @SEMObaseball camp this weekend enjoyed getting a chance to learn from the coaches. Thank you Coach @glommyteason for having me! @5starmidsouth25
@PBRTennessee @baseballgcs pic.twitter.com/jML16r0wxS— Tyler Cross (@tcross_35) November 6, 2023
2.) Micah Freeman – 2026 – RHP – Oakland H.S.
What’s To Come: One of the most competitive individuals inside our program. Excited is an understatement for Micah. Really finished last summer strong, as his FB Avg in the PBR National Championships was 83-85 T 87 with his SL at 73-75 and CH at 76-78. Definitely a lot to like and be intrigued with, we think he has a chance to really come out of his own. STRIKE-THROWER….
PBR Profile: https://www.prepbaseballreport.com/profiles/TN/Micah-Freeman-8431095726
‘26 RHP Micah Freeman (@MicahFreeman50; @MidSouth2026) with a quality start collecting eight Ks & scattering just four hits while working into the 5th.
FB: 83-87
SL: 71-75Lean & wiry 6-1, 150-pounds. Effective using FB/SL combo & getting whiffs with both.#15Nat23 ||… pic.twitter.com/dxEbaOSNPK
— Prep Baseball Tournaments Scouting (@pbrtscouting) July 7, 2023
3.) Cayden King – 2026 – RHP/IF – MTCS
What’s To Come: You want to talk about big strides? Look no further than Cayden King… 2026 is about to splash once again onto the scene. Sitting now at 6’5 205 lbs, yes this is a pretty firm 2026 we are talking about. All that muscle he’s gaining is definitely getting some eyes. One of his last recorded pens he had this winter, he sat about 84-85 while topping out about 87 mph. Just so happens he can hit a ball a mile away too. Can’t wait for Cayden to do what he always does, perform!
PBR Profile: https://www.prepbaseballreport.com/profiles/TN/Cayden-King-3951607248
Great weekend at @VandyBoysCamps. Thank you @browntown_vandy @TShewmaker43 @TimCorbin for putting on a great camp. Loved getting to learn from all the coaches there. @VandyBoys pic.twitter.com/JkQqdr6FbB
— Cayden King (@Cayden_King_) September 11, 2023
4.) Drew Hostetler – 2026 – OF/RHP – Siegel H.S.
What’s To Come: Drew is the definition of a “freak-athlete.” Last time doing an event like this, he ran a 6.58 60 Time and was up to 93.1 Max Exit Velo. Just has a ton of tools that really make him stand out. People that know Drew, know what he can bring to the table. This is just going to be another prime-example come tomorrow of the things Drew can really do at a high level.
PBR Profile: https://www.prepbaseballreport.com/profiles/TN/Drew-Hostetler-8507432619
⭐ Welcome To The Mafia ⭐
Do you want to talk about an athlete? Drew Hostetler is an absolute freakish athlete. Ran a 6.58 60, has been up to 93.1 Max Exit Velo and 84 MPH in the OF. He’s going to be fun to watch this Spring!@Dhostetler_2026 | @SiegelBaseball_ pic.twitter.com/Kwqgj1ikTe
— 5 Star Midsouth 2026 (@Midsouth2026) February 8, 2024
5.) Gus Gardner – 2026 – C – Franklin County
What’s To Come: Gus is what we call a “silent assassin.” He puts his head down and goes to work. It’s really shown over the Fall too with his workout routine he’s been a part of. He’s another very natural moving catcher. Love his ability to receive. He’s very mechanically sound, and he really does a great job for us in how he handles the pitchers day in and day out. Last time he did an event like this was also back in 2022, so we are excited for Gus to show what he is capable of.
PBR Profile: https://www.prepbaseballreport.com/profiles/TN/Gus-Gardner-2698107534
Had a great 3 days with @EddyRodriguezU
Improved in a few areas & got some things to work on.
Can’t wait until November. @catchingranch pic.twitter.com/3QUDGrq7Xj— Gus Gardner (@GusGardner20) October 19, 2023
6.) CJ Potter – 2026 – Catcher/IF – Watertown H.S.
What’s To Come: One of my favorite people inside our program. CJ is everything you can ask for as a coach. Hard-worker that is going to push every one around him to be better. During this winter, he would come and train and be around a lot of our younger guys, and you can just see firsthand his leadership. Guys looked up to him, and it was refreshing to watch firsthand. It also helps that the kid can crush the heck out of a baseball too. 94 Max Exit Velo with right around a sub 2.0 Pop Time. CJ is going to compete, and we can’t wait for him to showcase what he can do again.
PBR Profile: https://www.prepbaseballreport.com/profiles/TN/CJ-Potter-1756932480
‘26 C CJ Potter
(@potter_2026;@PTPBaseball)Physical kid at 5 foot 11 and 205 pounds.
Good actions defensively at C @5starmidsouth pic.twitter.com/PcCmCpxthq
— Prep Baseball Tennessee (@PrepBaseballTN) October 19, 2023
Football game Thursday night, used a free Friday to get some work in. Simple progression.@PTPBaseball @5starmidsouth @Midsouth2026 @carsonballiew pic.twitter.com/JNSUJOYcMx
— CJ Potter (@potter_2026) October 30, 2023
– Midsouth Staff