Paris Pridgen’s speed-first game is turning into real two-way danger for Austin Peay
In the 2026 season, Paris Pridgen emerged as a legit spark plug for Austin Peay, finishing with a .312 average, .409 on-base percentage, and .450 slugging while starting 52 games in center field. He brings plus athleticism, sneaky extra-base upside, and impact baserunning—he had a career day in a February win over UNLV, then kept showing he can pressure defenses with multi-hit and multi-RBI games. What makes him interesting is the combo of speed, defensive range, and rising offensive confidence, which makes him a strong fit for teams that want energy, versatility, and disruption.
