Player Information
- Full Name: Drake Rix Parker
- Date of Birth: June 19, 20,10
- Position: 3B/RHP
- Class: Class of 2028
- Hometown: Stonewall, Louisiana
- High School: North DeSoto High School
- Travel Team: Elite National
- Jersey #: 9
Physical Profile
- Height: 6’0”
- Weight: 197 lbs
- Bats/Throws: Right / Right
Academic Information
- GPA: 4.3 (Weighted)
- ACT Score: 24
- Intended Major: Engineering
Academic Honors
- National Honor Society
- Gifted Program
Athletic Testing
- 60 Yard Dash: 7.0
- Exit Velocity (Max): 101 MPH
- Infield Velocity: 82 MPH
Baseball Statistics
Sophomore Year
Pitching
- Hand: Right
- Fastball: 91 MPH (Top) / 88 MPH (Avg)
- Secondary Pitches: Cutter, Curveball, Changeup
- ERA: 2.6
- Strikeouts: 38
- Innings Pitched: 25
Hitting
- Batting Average: .348
- On-Base %: .427
- Slugging %: .566
- Home Runs: 2
- RBIs: 24
- Stolen Bases: 1
Awards & Accomplishments
- 1st Year Varsity Player
Recruiting Information
College Interest / Communication
- Zach Lafleur – Louisiana Lafayette
- Tyler Kehoe – South Alabama
- Garrett Wood – Alabama
- Brian Furlong – Baylor
- Max Weir – UMass
- Ethan Francis – Southeastern Louisiana
- Justin Jacobs – Washington
Scouting Report
Drake Parker is a physically developed 2028 prospect with a strong two-way profile as a corner infielder and right-handed pitcher. At 6’0”, 197 lbs, he already shows advanced strength and power for his class.
Offensively, Parker generates loud contact with a 101 MPH exit velocity, translating into extra-base production (.566 SLG). He shows an ability to drive the baseball with authority while maintaining a solid approach (.427 OBP).
On the mound, Parker features a fastball up to 91 MPH, which is highly advanced for his age, paired with a three-pitch mix including a cutter, curveball, and changeup. His 2.6 ERA over 25 innings highlights his ability to compete and produce results.
Defensively, he shows solid arm strength (82 MPH across the infield) and projects well at third base with continued development.
Overall, Parker is a high-upside two-way prospect with early varsity impact, academic strength, and measurable tools that will continue to draw attention as he develops.
Video & Media
- Highlight Video:
- YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/@drakeparker-2010?si=Grk83jrDa1evNDSg
- X (Twitter): @DrakeParker2010
Contact Information
Player Contact
- Phone: 318-947-6672
- Email: drakerixparker2010@gmail.com
High School Coach
- Name: Jared Jennings
- Phone: 318-464-7580
- Email: jared.jennings@desotopsb.com
Travel Coach
- Name: Jonathan Grosse
- Phone: 631-848-4474
- Email: jonathan@elitebaseball.com