Tennessee
CBHS
Covington
Father Ryan
Germantown
Houston
Oakland
Tullahoma

Christian Brothers - Memphis, Tenn.
CBHS is coming off back to back state championships. In fact, they have played for the state title four of the past five years (winning three). The Brothers have also finished nationally ranked three times since 1997. They are the defending USA Classic champions. This year's team returns three starters. While bring one of their youngest teams in many years, they still will be competitive on a daily basis. Senior leaders are Bill Moss (Univ. of Memphis) and Jon Crosby (Georgia Tech). CBHS is an all male Catholic school with an enrollment of 875.

Covington - Covington, Tenn.
Covington has made themselves into a perennial state contender with a state championship in 1999 and runner-up finish in 2000. Covington is looking to make another run at the state title this year. Eleven starters return from last year's team that won 26 games. The senior leader is Bryce Mosley, while juniors Taylor Bennett and Jeff McCollum are important two-way players. Covington is a co-ed public school with an enrollment of 800.

Father Ryan - Nashville, Tenn.
2002 is the first year Father Ryan has participated in the USA Classic. They are returning six starters and are always very competitive in a tough Nashville region. Senior leadership will be provided on the mound by Ryan Mullin (Vanderbilt). Top juniors are Will Myers and Ben Petsch. Father Ryan is a co-ed Catholic school with an enrollment of 1000.

Florida Christian - Miami, Fla.
Last year's state final four playoff appearance is just the beginning of high expectations for Florida Christian. Making their second USA Classic appearance this year, they will be led by pitcher/outfielder Brian Aragon and pitcher Adriel Ortega. Florida Christian returns five starters from last year's team that won 22 games. They played extremely well in last year's USA Classic and are looking for a big tournament this year. Florida Christian is a co-ed private school with an enrollment of 303.

Germantown - Germantown, Tenn.
Senior rich talent spurs high hopes for this season. All nine starters as well as the entire pitching staff return from the defending state champions that won 30 games last year. Senior leaders are Mark Holliman (Missississippi State), Joseph Hunter (Missississippi State), Kyle Norrid (Tennessee), Mark Wright (Ole Miss), and Matt McGraner (Vanderbilt). Germantown has been nationally ranked three times in the last seven years, as well as being 1995 National Champions. They were last year's USA Classic runner-up. Germantown is a co-ed public school with an enrollment of 2400.

Hartselle - Hartselle, Ala.
Consistently in the state title hunt, Hartselle is making their first USA Classic appearance. Last year's 30 win season resulted in a final eight playoff spot. Four starters return from last year's team. Hartselle will be led by juniors Josh Markham, Tyler Eddy, and Zac Ward. Look for a solid, fundamental baseball team from this group. Hartselle is a co-ed public school with an enrollment of 950.

Houston - Germantown, Tenn.
Houston won 27 games last year as well as their district title. Houston was the 1996 State Champions and a final four finisher in 1999. Houston is a past USA Classic champion. Houston returns six starters from last year led by seniors Conor Lalor (South Carolina), Kelly Edmundson (Univ. of Memphis), and Matt Cain (Univ. of Memphis). Houston is a co-ed public school with an enrollment of 2000.

Key West - Key West, Fla.
Always a national power, Key West will play for the second time in the USA Classic. Last year's team reached the elite 8 in their state playoff and set the table for this year's season. With nine starters (six All-County) returning, look for a formidable foe from our most southern U.S. city. Five seniors, Danny Difebio, Xavier Perez, Louis Paez, Ed Roberts, and Tom Bouchard, all should sign college scholarships. Key West is a co-ed public school with an enrollment of 1300.

Mater Dei - Santa Ana, Calif.
Strong California leagues help prepare Mater Dei for their first USA Classic tournament. Reaching the C.I.F. semifinals last year will not be enough this year. Five talented seniors return led by Sergio Santos, Anthony Slama, Warren Chenire, and Garrett Gipe. Last year's 25 wins could be surpassed by this year's squad. Mater Dei is a co-ed Catholic school with an enrollment of 2100.

Miami Coral Park - Miami, Fla.
Making their first trip to Memphis should provide for a great experience for this team. Two seniors are expected to play in college. They are Joseph Gustafson and Gary Casanova. Three juniors are projected to be drafted. They are Robert Valido, Sean Rodriguez, and Guillermo Martinez. Miami Coral Park was a state final four team in 1997 and District Champs in 2001. Miami Coral Park has plenty to choose from as it is a co-ed public school with an enrollment of 4500.

Oakland - Murfreesboro, Tenn.
These state champions from 1999 and 2000 look to do it again in 2002. Oakland returns five starters as well as five pitchers from last year's team that won 22 games. Oakland has won more USA Classic titles than any other school. Senior leaders are Brad Todd, Nick Jones, Blake Melton, Daniel West and Jake Birkofer. Oakland has been nationally ranked twice in recent years. Oakland is a co-ed public school with an enrollment of 2100.

Parkview Baptist - Baton Rouge, La.
Four state championships prove Parkview Baptist know how to win at a very high level. Last year's team won 33 games. Parkview Baptist returns five starters with Matt Greenwich and Matt Banta expected to be drafted. Other senior leaders are Al Woodruff, Brad Booth and Brad Barback. Parkview Baptist is a private co-ed school with an enrollment of 550.

South Miami - Miami, Fla.
These 2000 state champions look to win it again in 2002. Sixteen lettermen return from last year's team which won 19 games. Seniors Mike Pelegrew, Mike Morales, and Ralph Sierra all will play in college. Making their first trip to the USA Classic, this class 6A team should make for a tough opponent.

Tullahoma - Tullahoma, Tenn.
1997 State runner-up and 1998 USA Classic Champions. Enough said, they can play. Last year's 28 wins prove that Tullahoma will compete with all the teams in the USA Classic. Seniors Matt Carter, Brian Berry, Wesley Pless, and Jared Smith all expect to play college baseball. This team will come to play. Tullahoma is a co-ed public school with an enrollment of 1100.

Tupelo - Tupelo, Miss.
Always one of the top teams in the south, last year's 30 win season was highlighted by 23 straight wins. Their state semifinal finish last year is the norm for this tradition-rich school. Seniors Sparky Smith, Kevin Caldwell, and Bo Baxter all will play in college. Tupelo will be making its third trip to the USA Classic. Tupelo is a co-ed public school with an enrollment of 2027.

Westminster Christian - Miami, Fla.
Last year finished with 27 wins after an impressive USA Classic appearance. Six starters return that played in the regional championship. Eddie Martinez, Nick Fuentes, Nick Roxby, Alex Pujol, and Jason Paine will each play in college. Westminster Christian is a private co-ed school with an enrollment of 430..