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Congratulations to Tai Jones ('26) for being drafted by the Tampa Bay Rays in the 9th Round, 263rd overall, in the 2026 MLB Draft. He becomes the third Raider overall and second in the last three years to be drafted.

Congratulations to John Markow on recently winning the 2026 Mississippi Boys Junior Amateur Championship. The former Raider delivered a dominating three round performance at The Club at Diamondhead, winning by an impressive 9 shots.

Congratulations to Justin Word (INF-1st Team), Deuce Jenkins (OF-1st Team), and Tai Jones (OF-2nd Team) for being selected to The Clarion Ledger All-State Baseball Teams. The two teams are comprised of MHSAA schools in Classes 5A-7A and MAIS Class 4A.

FULL ARTICLE:
https://www.clarionledger.com/story/sports/high-school/2026/06/16/mississppi-high-school-all-state-baseball-teams-2026-mhsaa-mais/90306337007/

Congratulations to former Raider Dakota Jordan ('22) and the Eugene Emeralds on capturing the Northwest League First Half Championship and punching their ticket to the postseason! Dakota has been a key contributor, batting .278 with 65 Hits, 15 Doubles, 8 Home Runs and 42 RBIs

Best of luck to Dakota and the Emeralds as they chase a championship!