Nolan
Galla

Xavier commit. Currently ranked No. 24 in the state. Lean, athletic frame with plenty of room to add on strength. Hit in the leadoff spot and played shortstop for the Celtics, impressing on both sides of the ball throughout the day. Offensively, the right-handed hitter has some pre-pitch rhythm, moving into a flat path that stays through the zone, swing projects and should be complimented with some more power as he continues to fill out, found a couple barrels on the day with a single and a line-out to left. Defensively, has easy range to both sides of his glove with athletic feet. His hands are soft and pair with a quick/clean transfer, has some confidence to his actions. His arm has serviceable strength across the diamond, playing with accuracy and on the move. High-follow 2025 middle infielder with noteworthy upside. 

Xavier commit, currently ranked No. 26 in the Illinois’ 2025 class. 5-foot-11, 155-pound, lean, athletic, right-handed hitting shortstop. Bouncy, high-motor prospect that plays with all kinds of pace and energy to his game. Led off and started at shortstop. Showed quick hands, present bat speed and direct, whole field approach throughout. Finished 2-for-2 with a double, three runs scored, two walks and a stolen base.  In his first at-bat, barreled a ground ball down the left-field line for a double, 4.48 on the turn. Sprayed a line-drive single to right-field in his third at bat. Highly-intriguing, athletic sophomore with all kinds of ceiling left to tap into.

Positional Profile: SS/RHP
Body: 5-10, 130-pounds. Long-limbed build, projects.
Hit: RHH. Athletic/crouched setup, leg-kick timing trigger, hangs foot into a long stride, glides through the box.  Long path to contact, catches the baseball out front. Elevates and favors the pull-side.
Power: 85.02 max exit velocity, averaged 74.08 mph. 290’ max distance.
Arm: RH. INF - 77 mph. OF - 79 mph. Short, high 3/4 slot from both infield and outfield.
Defense: From the outfield; quick feet, athletic actions. From the infield; sure-handed with a two-hand gather, clean transfer.
Run: 7.40 runner in the 60.