To cap off the month of July, the Prep Baseball Wisconsin staff traveled south to participate in the Prep Baseball Future Games, hosting the top uncommitted 2026s in the Badger State. After completing their workout day, participants competed in three games over the course of three days—showcasing their talents in front of hundreds of college coaches and scouts.

Check out notes, video and more on each member of Team Wisconsin, many coming off of strong summers on the tournament and showcase circuit.

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CATCHERS

+ C Jack Brenner (Fond du Lac, 2026) is an athletic infielder and catcher in the state’s incoming junior class. Brenner was a standout during the workout portion of the event testing near the top of the class athletically. During gameplay, Brenner consistently put the ball in play against premium arms, despite having nothing to show for it. Defensively behind the plate, Brenner showed his ability throughout the weekend and has a chance to stick at the catcher position at the next level.

+ C Maddux Lessard (Muskego, 2027) was the sole ‘27 prospect that made his way down to LakePoint to represent Team Wisconsin. Lessard has an advanced skill set across the board. To start, Lessard is a physically developed 6-foot, 185-pound backstop with a strong lower half and more room for fill. Lessard is a true catcher that projects well behind the plate in his development, as he is one of the top catchers in the state, regardless of class. At the plate, the right-hander swings a powerful bat with the intent to do damage, making hard contact throughout gameplay but coming up empty. One of the higher ceilings on Team Wisconsin, Lessard is a name-to-monitor as he enters his sophomore year.

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INFIELDERS

+ INF Brayden Alivo (St. Thomas More, 2026) is a strong 5-foot-9, 170-pound infielder who provided steady play for Team Wisconsin throughout the course of the week in Georgia. Alivo showcased his versatility, taking over the first base position while making multiple digs—translating to his primary positions on the middle infield. While being solid defensively, Alivo produced loud contact at the plate on a consistent basis—using his strong base and a quiet stance to spray line drives. Alivo tallied a couple of hits in the process, getting on the barrel in multiple games. It summarized a successful spring and summer for the rising junior, as Alivo excelled with the bat and on the mound—adding another piece to his game as an uncommitted upperclassman.

+ Standing at a physical 6-foot-1, 180-pound frame, INF Winston Alonso (Reedsburg, 2026) emerged as one of the strongest hitters throughout the course of tournament play during the weekend. Alonso presented loose hands and a whippy barrel at the plate, coming off of a strong offensive showing during the workout day. The to-be junior provided a hit and an RBI right away in game one of action, pulling a single past the first baseman to get things started for Team Wisconsin. Defensively, Alonso is a steady mover on the corner infield positions—making multiple tough plays throughout the weekend of action. Alonso enjoyed a successful weekend—continuing to establish himself as one of Wisconsin’s top prospects in the 2026 class.

+ MIF Jake Cummins (Milton, 2026) continued to impress with his standout tool, his glove. Not only did Cummins make the routine play with ease on both sides of second base, but he made a few difficult plays as well. Cummins completed the body control play charging in a slow roller and also ranged to his left and his right making challenging plays look routine. His defense was without blemish and it was on display for the coaches and staff in attendance. Offensively, Cummins’ contact first approach at the plate showed impressive barrel control and quality feel for the strike zone. Cummins is a winning player with a winning attitude and approach to the game overall.

+ INF Caleb Liggon (Madison Memorial, 2026) showcased multiple tools during the week at Lakepoint. Liggon has a short and compact right-handed swing and very strong hands. He has a quiet and balanced approach—showcasing the ability to hit the ball where it’s pitched and attack strikes. On defense, Liggon can really handle himself at the hot corner with soft hands and a strong and accurate arm. His actions are smooth and athletic and will continue to improve with an already impressive defensive profile. Overall, Liggon impressed the coaches and scouts in attendance and proved why our staff believes in this high-ceiling prospect.

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OUTFIELDERS

+ UTL Sam Abrahamson (Hudson, 2026) was one of the biggest winners of the week. Abrahamson showed some serious feel for the barrel. Using a wide base and a balanced, rhythmic approach at the plate, Abrahamson barreled up multiple balls throughout the three-game look. He showed he could handle velocity, too. His two-strike approach showcased some real feel for making adjustments mid at-bat. Abrahamson can play both infield and outfield, but played solely outfield during the week. He showcased solid jumps and routes on fly balls and played with intent and aggressiveness. Overall, Abrahamson opened up quite a few eyes at the Future Games.

+ OF Carson Hawley (Bay Port, 2026) showcased his quick hands and balanced approach at the plate throughout the week. Hawley has a very compact and short path, displaying multiple competitive at bats against some of the top 2026 arms in the country. In the outfield, Hawley made a great throw from right field to cut down a runner at home. He attacked the ground ball base hit with intent fielded through it and fired a strike to home to throw a Team Missouri base runner out. Hawley impressed with his tools and skills throughout the week.

+ OF Ezra Liggon (Madison Memorial, 2026) showcased why he is one of the top ranked players in the state after his performance during the week. Liggon’s impressive bat speed and compact swing was on display during his at bats. He hit balls hard and had quality at bats during game play. He shows a natural feel for the barrel and the ball jumps off of his bat. Liggon also showcased a strong arm from the outfield and showed acumen for both the centerfield and corner outfield positions with his jumps and route running when tracking a fly ball. Liggon has a very high ceiling as his body will continue to fill and strength will continue to improve.

Congrats to OF Ezra Liggon (WI) on being named the @DICKS Sporting Goods Player of the Game! #PBFG24

Ezra went 1-for-2, BB, 2 R, SB. 👏 pic.twitter.com/FZmozwQyaM

— Prep Baseball (@prepbaseball) July 25, 2024

+ OF Matthew O’Grady Jr. (Badger, 2026) is one of the better all-around athletes in the state, and his athleticism transfers to the baseball field. O’Grady displayed his balanced approach and feel for the barrel during games. He battles when he gets to two strikes and showcased a solid feel for ball/strike awareness. O’Grady, a natural centerfielder, is one of the best outfielders in the Badger State and can play all three outfield spots confidently and comfortably. He is a complete player on both sides of the ball and his tools and talents were evident during the week at Lakepoint.

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PITCHERS

+ RHP Vincent Bitter (Brookfield Central, 2026) settled into his two innings of work nicely on the mound on Friday. Bitter showcased a repeatable and athletic delivery with a quick arm through the baseball and pounded the fastball 86-88 mph to all four quadrants. Bitter also showed a sharp slider that he was able to land for strikes consistently and got the pitch below the zone for chase. Bitter flashed a feel for the changeup during warm ups, as the pitch continues to develop as he progresses in his prep career—rounding out his three-pitch arsenal. Bitter will continue to add velocity as he continues to mature physically.

+ RHP Cameron Carter (Arrowhead, 2026) showcased one of the more interesting right-handed pitching profiles at the event with what he was able to do on the mound, and projecting his frame to add a lot more size and strength. Carter worked from an over-the-top slot with an extremely quick arm. The fastball was up to 88 mph and displayed some late jump at the plate. His breaking ball was sharp with late downer action that he was able to land for strikes and get swing and miss and chase below the zone. Carter's changeup is a developing third pitch and a potential consistent weapon for the 6-foot-4, 171 pound righty with an extremely high ceiling.

+ RHP Caleb Johns (New Berlin Eisenhower, 2026) displayed his athletic and fluid delivery in two different one-inning looks on Thursday and Saturday. Johns was able to work out of a jam—coaxing weak contact on a well located sinking fastball in his first outing. Overall, Johns showcases a quick arm and impressive touch and feel for the baseball to get it to spots through the catcher. He has the ability to really spin his breaking balls and flashes real feel for the changeup. Johns is a winning-type who showcases quality feel for the ball and a competitiveness to keep hitters off balance.

+ RHP Bryce Loker (Omro, 2026) is an athletic 6-foot, 170-pound right-hander with a deceptive over-the-top delivery—featuring a fastball in the upper-80s and a sharp breaking ball that he was able to land for strikes. Loker battled through some tough, rainy conditions during his outing, but was able to get through some traffic by landing his mature breaking ball in the zone and below for chase. Loker has a quick arm that there is definitely room for everything to tick up out of his arsenal as he enters his junior year on the prep stage.

+ LHP Bryce Mischler (Kimberly, 2026) was one of the biggest winners of the week at Lakepoint. Mischler pitched on Friday and mowed down Missouri hitters with a deceptive low three-quarter delivery from the left side. His fluid and athletic movement through the delivery allowed him to pound the zone and get the fastball through the top of the zone, garnering multiple swings and misses on the pitch. His fastball topped out at 84 but there is certainly going to be a jump in velocity as his 6-foot-5, 172 pound frame fills out.

+ LHP Montgomery O’Brien (Wauwatosa East, 2026) displayed impressive stuff during his two one-inning stints last week at the Future Games. The athletic 6-foot-2, 179 pound south-paw showcased an athletic and repeatable delivery and was up to 91 mph with the fastball with late life through the zone. He landed a quality breaking ball in and out of the zone and flashed a changeup to round out his arsenal. O’Brien further established himself as a top ranked 2026 after the impressive stuff and delivery with the likelihood to remain a starter in the future—emerging as one of the biggest winners from the summer.

Montgomery O'Brien [7/25/24]

+ LHP Bron Schaefer (Kaukauna, 2026) was another big winner from the week. The athletic and quick-twitched left-hander had hitters guessing throughout, as he pounded the upper part of the zone with his deceptive fastball and sharp breaker. Schaefer has a deceptive, short-arm delivery and very late life on the heater; hitters were consistently late and under the ball as he attacked. He faced eight total hitters and retired all of them. Overall, it was one of the most impressive two-day performances of the week.

+ LHP Colton Semmelmann (Brookfield Central, 2026) solidified himself as a top talent in the state for the class with what he was able to do on the mound in his two one-inning stints on Thursday and Saturday. Semmelmann has an extremely loose and easy delivery from a three-quarter slot and sat in the upper-80s-to-low-90s with the fastball. The heater shows impressive late tailing action to the arm side and jumps through the hitting zone. His breaking ball profiles with quick break, in addition to throwing it for strikes and getting below the zone for chase. The 6-foot-1, 176-pound left-hander has a projectable frame with long levers and more room to add size and strength, as his arsenal will continue to tick up.

+ RHP Mason Schmidt (Somerset, 2026) is a big, sturdy right-hander with a starter profile. Schmidt showcases a repeatable delivery with clean arm action through the ball from a high three-quarter slot. Schmidt illustrated the ability to drive the fastball through the zone with late boring action inside to right handed hitters. His sharp breaking ball and feel to get through his changeup make up a right-handed starter's arsenal. The 6-foot-4, 205-pound frame has more room for mass and strength. Schmidt has more ceiling to get to and likely will as a rising junior.

+ RHP Ryan Rasmussen (Cedarburg, 2026) showcased a three pitch mix and an impressive delivery. Rasmussen synced up his loose, free and easy delivery from the right side consistently and landed all three pitches for strikes in the zone. The fastball sat in the mid-80s throughout his two innings of work and his breaking ball landed for strikes. Rasmussen impressed the coaches and staff in attendance with his feel for pitching and likely will add velocity once he’s done developing physically.

Ryan Rasmussen [7/27/24]

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TWO-WAYS

+ UTL/RHP Matthew Hietpas (Appleton North, 2026) was a big winner on the week with what he showcased both with the bat and on the mound. With the bat, Hietpas consistently put together quality at bats with consistent barrel contact with an impressive feel for the strike zone. A utility player who can play both infield and outfield, Hietpas played outfield during the week and showcased his acumen for tracking balls off the bat. On the mound, Hietpas was equally impressive. The fastball was consistently in the mid-80s from an athletic and dynamic delivery—featuring a quick arm. He has a very sharp and late breaking ball to go with it and flashed feel for a changeup. Overall, Hietpas proved he has the skill set to play as a two-way prospect at the next level.

+ INF/RHP Calvin Moreau (Monona Grove, 2026) emerged as one of the biggest winners from the week from a two-way perspective, first showing well at the plate in live action after finishing as one of Team Wisconsin’s top showcase performers. Moreau got on the barrel in multiple looks throughout the course of the weekend, not always being rewarded for it. He broke through with a big triple against Team Missouri on day two of competition—showcasing his effortless speed as he cruised around the basepaths. It was half of the reason Moreau went on to win the MVP of the game, as he tossed two scoreless innings on the mound to cap off the day. The right-hander’s fastball played in the upper-80s throughout his outing, as he tallied multiple strikeouts while only allowing one hit. Moreau mixed a mature breaking ball in the process, keeping hitters off balance throughout. It summarized a successful 2024 for Moreau as a whole, as the two-way standout continued to establish himself as a force to be reckoned with in Wisconsin’s 2026 class and beyond.

Calvin Moreau [7/26/24]

+ INF/RHP Chance Ruby (Wilmot Union, 2026) rounds out the final participant on Team Wisconsin’s roster—finishing the week as one of the top performers overall during this week-long stretch. Ruby was a standout from the spring and summer tournament schedules, continuing to excel on the diamond in Georgia. Ruby tallied numerous barrels during his time at the plate, as the to-be junior attacked strikes and showcased his patience with the bat throughout the weekend. Defensively, Ruby was automatic with the glove at the shortstop position—making the routine plays with ease, in addition to some difficult plays to both the backhand and glove side. The right-hander hopped on the mound on the final day for Team Wisconsin for just an inning, yet continued to impress. Ruby’s fastball played in the mid-80s throughout, as he garnered a strikeout and filled the zone with a four-pitch mix. The rising junior was one of the biggest winners from the week, emerging as a premium name-to-know in the state of Wisconsin.

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