The calendar has turned to the a new year and that means the OSSAA high school baseball season will be here soon. Classes A1, A2, and B officially get started February 23 while the rest of the classes begin March 2.
Up until that the beginning of the season, SSBR will be providing previews of as many teams as we can. Recently, SSBR sent out questionnaires to the high school coaches across the state of Oklahoma asking for their top returning players, top newcomers, overall strengths/weaknesses, and their overall assessment where their respective programs are coming into the 2026 season.
What you have below are the responses to those questions in the words of the coaches themselves.
Today’s team: Arapaho-Butler Indians
Classification: A-1
2025 Spring Results: 26-7 (State Quarterfinalist)
2025 Fall Results: 19-11
Head Coach: Bryan Holt
Head coaching experience: 3 years (all at A-B)
Top Returners
- Sr – Rylan Moore (Redlands CC) – A four-year starter, showing his consistency and leadership on the field throughout his career. As a tough out from the left side, he has a disciplined approach but does damage in hitters counts. On the mound, Rylan has been a steady guy in our rotation that we know what kind of competitiveness we’re going to get from him. This fall he averaged 1.5 K’s per inning. His two-way strengths have led him to signing with Redlands for next year.
- Sr – Orsan Jubara – Also a four-year starter, Orsan brings a high level of experience and versatility to the field. Over his career, he has played multiple positions in the infield and outfield, adapting seamlessly wherever the team has needed him most. His defensive flexibility has been a huge asset to the success of our program over the years. Orsan leads by example and his work ethic makes him one of our consistent bats in the middle of our lineup for the last 4 years. We look forward to Orsan having another solid season this spring.
- Jr- Jiles Southall – Jiles has been a three-year starter, establishing himself as one of the most consistent and dependable players to come through the program. At shortstop, he brings exceptional defensive range, sure hands, and smart play to the infield, while also leading the team in innings pitched on the mound over the past three seasons with his durable and reliable arm. Jiles possesses a highly competitive mindset that elevates his performance in big moments, paired with a high ceiling that positions him to continue his baseball career at the next level after his senior season. At the plate, he combines the ability to hit for average with emerging power, making him a dangerous and well-rounded offensive threat.
- Jr – Luke Bailey – A big-framed pitcher that delivers an effortless arm with above-average velocity and excellent command. This fall, he threw 36 innings, allowing just 7 earned runs while striking out 61 and walking only 10. Luke has emerged as a tough arm to face, overpowering hitters with his stuff and command. The development of Luke’s mental game has started to really elevate his confidence and conviction behind his pitches. As a junior with continued growth, Luke is becoming a key force in our program and a prospect to watch moving forward.
- Jr – Jack Goldsberry – A high-motor player who brings unmatched passion and grit to the field, consistently elevating his performance through intensity and determination. An extremely athletic outfielder, he patrols his position with range and instinct while proving to be a dynamic weapon on the base paths with his speed and aggressiveness. Last season, Jack led the team in batting average at .451, showcasing exceptional contact skills by striking out just 6 times in 91 at-bats. He also topped the squad in runs scored, using his on-base ability and quickness to create constant pressure for opponents. Jack is an exciting player whose energy, athleticism, and production make him a fun player to watch in our lineup.
- Jr – Kaden Waldrop – Kaden is the ultimate glue guy for us—a true Swiss Army knife who does it all with a team-first mentality and a toughness that the entire squad feeds off every single game. Behind the plate, he’s a steady, reliable catcher who calls a sharp game and receives the ball at a high level, while he’s equally smooth and dependable at shortstop when the team needs his glove versatility in the infield. At the dish, Kaden is a disciplined hitter who rarely chases bad pitches, delivering consistent, quality at-bats that keep rallies alive. With his willingness to do whatever it takes, he’s set to take on a bigger role on the mound this spring, adding valuable innings to solidify our pitching staff. Kaden’s selfless approach and all-around grit make him an irreplaceable asset to our team.
Top Newcomers
- Freshman – Grant Serfoss – With an athletic build and quick first step, he led the team in stolen bases during the fall, turning singles into scoring threats. Defensively, Grant brings a sure glove – only 2 errors – whether stationed in the infield or roaming the outfield, giving the team reliability wherever he is playing that day. This spring, we’re excited to see him take on more innings on the mound, where his athleticism and competitiveness should translate into valuable contributions as a developing arm. Even as a freshman, Grant’s approach, speed, and versatility make him a vital piece of the puzzle with room to grow.
Overall Team Strengths
Our pitching staff and defense have been our strengths for the last couple of years and we’ll look to continue that trend for this spring.
Overall Team Needs to Work On
Being more consistent at the plate as a team, getting quality at bats 1-9 on a more regular basis.
Outlook
This is an exciting group to coach and be around every day. We’ll focus on getting better each day and growing as a team so that we’re playing our best baseball at the end of the year.
Schedule
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