Fort Worth Christian's Grady Emerson has been one of high school baseball's most electrifying all-around players in 2026.
Emerson, the consensus No. 1 player in the 2026 class, has slashed a remarkable .553/.663/1.053 with seven home runs, 42 RBI and 21 stolen bases through the regular season. The senior shortstop, who has anchored the Cardinals' lineup and started every game, is putting together one of the most dominant offensive campaigns in school history, leading the team in nearly every major category.
A four-time USA National Team selection and three-time gold medalist, Emerson has also dazzled defensively, posting a .992 fielding percentage across 124 total chances. With elite production on both sides of the ball and a resumé stacked with national honors, Emerson continues to cement his status as one of the premier talents in the country. Apart from the diamond, Emerson also leads camps, volunteers, donates gear, excels academically and actively serves others.