Ward Hix Ward Hix 6'4" | 185 lbs | WR Bayside | 2028 State AL is a talented WR from Bayside Academy we first watched earlier this year when we debuted our new Rankings Update.

“At 6’4 185, Hix has the size and physicality to completely overwhelm smaller DBs outside. He does a fantastic job using his size and catch radius to his advantage, frequently overpowering defenders for the ball in one-on-one situations downfield.

I love seeing the effort Hix plays with as well. It doesn’t matter if he’s on special teams or blocking in the run game- you can count on him to give 100% every snap. I’m really impressed with Hix. He’s a really well-rounded player that everyone across the state should have their eyes on him here in 2026.”

Hix is going to cause a ton of problems for opposing defenses this upcoming fall. He moves and separates so well at his size, constantly finding ways to get open and secure passes all over the field. I think he and Davis Barnett Davis Barnett 6'1" | 150 lbs | QB Bayside | 2028 State AL will connect on a ton of big plays this fall. Make sure you keep an eye out for him- he’ll be hard to miss!

Ward Hix Ward Hix 6'4" | 185 lbs | WR Bayside | 2028 State AL is a talented WR from Bayside Academy who’s coming in as our #14 WR and #94 player in the state.

“At 6’4 185, Hix has the size and physicality to completely overwhelm smaller DBs outside. He does a fantastic job using his size and catch radius to his advantage, frequently overpowering defenders for the ball in one-on-one situations downfield.

I love seeing the effort Hix plays with as well. It doesn’t matter if he’s on special teams or blocking in the run game- you can count on him to give 100% every snap. I’m really impressed with Hix. He’s a really well-rounded player that everyone across the state should have their eyes on him here in 2026.”

I think Hix will have a big junior season this upcoming fall and am excited to see how he and Davis Barnett Davis Barnett 6'1" | 150 lbs | QB Bayside | 2028 State AL continue to play with one another. Bayside has a really talented offense heading into next year.