Exeter Baseball Looks to Bounce Back in 2026 Season

New head coach Josh Trammell inherits a motivated roster with seven returning starters and nine lettermen.

Mar. 17, 2026 at 1:38am

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Exeter High School's baseball team is looking to bounce back from an early district tournament exit last season under new head coach Josh Trammell. The team features seven returning starters and nine lettermen, giving Trammell a motivated roster to work with as he takes over the program. Trammell expects to have a deep pitching staff led by seniors Cason Antle and Jax Brock, junior Cameron Brattin, and underclassmen Brexton Bowman, Shannon Trammell, and Gabe Fuller. The team also returns key contributors in the field and at the plate, led by senior captains Antle and Ed Lokot.

Why it matters

After a disappointing end to their 2025 season, the Exeter baseball team is hungry to prove themselves in 2026 under new leadership. With a veteran-laden roster and a focus on versatility and unselfishness, the team is poised to make a run at conference and postseason success this spring.

The details

Exeter head coach Josh Trammell inherits a team with seven returning starters and nine lettermen from last year's squad. The pitching staff will be led by seniors Cason Antle and Jax Brock, junior Cameron Brattin, and underclassmen Brexton Bowman, Shannon Trammell, and Gabe Fuller. Shannon Trammell and senior Ed Lokot will handle the catching duties. The infield could feature Antle, Brattin, Mason Lee, Bowman, Briley Hargus, and Noah Jordan, while the outfield is expected to include Brock, Coy Aldridge, Jordan, Hargus, and Lee.

  • Exeter opens the season on March 20 at Miller.

The players

Josh Trammell

Enters his first season as head coach of the Exeter baseball program.

Cason Antle

Senior pitcher and infielder who will be a key leader for the Exeter baseball team.

Ed Lokot

Senior catcher and team captain who will provide valuable experience and leadership.

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What they’re saying

“I think that last season's early exit in districts and second place finish in the conference has helped the team to grow and mature. They are all hungry for post-season success and understand what it will take to give themselves the best chance to succeed.”

— Josh Trammell, Head Coach

“Cason Antle and Ed Lokot will look to lead the team with their competitive nature and desire to compete day in and day out. They are two hard-nosed kids who do things the right way and can be invaluable to the younger guys trying to learn how to play meaningful high school baseball.”

— Josh Trammell, Head Coach

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