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Kearns Today
By the People, for the People
First 3A Baseball Rankings of the Season Released
Carbon Dinos and Emery Spartans make the initial top 15 list
Apr. 2, 2026 at 11:17pm
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The initial 3A baseball rankings provide an early look at the teams vying for the state title, with several regional rivals set to battle it out on the diamond.Kearns TodayThe first rankings for the 3A baseball season in Utah have been released, with the Carbon Dinos sitting at No. 8 and the Emery Spartans at No. 12. The Delta Rabbits earned the top spot, followed by the Union Cougars, Grantsville, Manti, and Providence Hall in the top five. The rankings will be updated throughout the season and used for seeding at the upcoming 3A State Championships.
Why it matters
The initial 3A baseball rankings provide an early look at the top contenders for the state title, giving fans and teams a sense of the competitive landscape as the season gets underway. These rankings will be closely watched as they determine seeding for the playoffs, making each regular season game crucial for teams hoping to secure a favorable postseason position.
The details
The Carbon Dinos currently sit at 6-8 overall and 0-2 in Region 13 play, while the Emery Spartans are 2-8 with a 0-2 region record. Both teams have been competing in preseason tournaments to prepare for conference play. The Dinos recently faced off against the Manti Templars, falling 7-3 and 7-6 in their two matchups. The Spartans have already taken on the Union Cougars from their region, losing 13-0 and 9-4.
- The initial 3A baseball rankings were released on Thursday, April 2, 2026.
- The 3A State Championships will begin with Super Regional matchups at home sites on May 7 & 8, followed by bracket play on May 13 & 14 at Lindquist Field in Ogden, and the Championships on May 15 & 16 at Gates Field on the campus of Kearns High School.
The players
Carbon Dinos
A high school baseball team from Carbon County, Utah, currently ranked No. 8 in the 3A standings.
Emery Spartans
A high school baseball team from Emery County, Utah, currently ranked No. 12 in the 3A standings.
Delta Rabbits
A high school baseball team from Delta, Utah, currently ranked No. 1 in the 3A standings.
Union Cougars
A high school baseball team from Roosevelt, Utah, currently ranked No. 2 in the 3A standings.
Manti Templars
A high school baseball team from Manti, Utah, currently ranked No. 5 in the 3A standings.
What’s next
The rankings will be updated until the end of the season on May 5. The final rankings and bracket will be revealed for the 3A State Championships on May 6, with the playoffs beginning on May 7 & 8 and the Championships taking place on May 15 & 16.
The takeaway
The initial 3A baseball rankings provide an early snapshot of the top teams in the state, with several Region 13 squads like the Carbon Dinos and Emery Spartans looking to make a push for the playoffs. As the season progresses, these rankings will be closely monitored to see which teams can maintain their position or make a late surge towards the state championship.
