Elite two-way player combining dominant pitching with dangerous gap-to-gap power. CSL All-Conference both ways. Highland Park Pitcher of the Year.
Named to the Chicago Tribune Lake County All-Area First Team as a Pitcher/Shortstop for the 2026 season.
Named to the CSL North All-Conference team as both a pitcher and hitter for the 2026 varsity season.
Threw a complete game 6-0 shutout in the regional semifinal, striking out 10.
Dominant complete game performance, allowing no earned runs against Hinsdale South.
Named Prep Baseball Report Illinois Pitcher of the Week following a dominant start to the 2026 season.
Featured as the Chicago Tribune's prep baseball player of the week for standout performance on the mound and at the plate.
A well-rounded two-way player with elite pitchability, power potential, and the athleticism to play multiple positions at the next level.
Named top pitcher in the Highland Park HS program for the 2026 varsity season.
Recognized by Prep Baseball Report Illinois as the top pitcher of the week following a dominant early-season outing.
Featured by the Chicago Tribune as prep baseball player of the week for standout two-way performance.
Named to the CSL North All-Conference team as a pitcher, leading the conference in ERA and strikeouts.
Earned all-conference recognition as a hitter, batting .315 with 36 RBI and 3 home runs.
Selected to the CSL All-Conference team as a sophomore, posting a 0.27 ERA with 35 strikeouts.
Selected for the PBR 16U Summer Championship roster after standout performance in Illinois regional play.
A consistent Honor Roll student maintaining academic excellence alongside an elite athletic career.
Multiple Heater Balls sessions recorded at 102+ mph exit velocity, with distances exceeding 390 feet.
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Simon Rose is a Class of 2027 two-way player from Highland Park, IL. Reach out with any questions.