Natchez 3 Star Baseball Athlete Brings Home His First Offer & MVP During The State Baseball All-Stars

3 Star Baseball Athlete Mason Bouldin of Natchez High School preparing to bat during the state baseball all-star game at Rust College on Saturday, June 28, 2025.

HOLLY SPRINGS, Miss (THN News)- Natchez Mississippi was represented well at the Mississippi Baseball All-Stars, the state’s official all-star game.

Student athletes from all over Mississippi came together to spend a week at Rust College, Mississippi’s first HBCU, preparing for a college showcase on Friday and the state all-stars on Saturday.

The Mississippi Association of Players, known as MAP, who oversees the state all-stars & state-wide players rankings, selected Rust College to host the state baseball all-stars, giving student athletes a unique perspective not only into college life but also into Mississippi history.

MAP is also one of the largest student athlete organizations in the state. Any 7th-12th grade student athlete can join MAP, although only 9-12th graders can be a state all-star.

Being a state all-star is the highest achievement & honor a student athlete in Mississippi can achieve.

3 Star Baseball Athlete Chris Sewell and 3 Star Baseball Athlete Mason Bouldin both of Natchez High School pose together during the state baseball all-stars at Rust College on Saturday, June 28, 2025.

Natchez was represented by two baseball all-stars, 3 star athlete Mason Bouldin and 3 star athlete Chris Sewell, who’s also a dynamic football athlete.

Saturday, when things came to an end and the rain started pouring down, so did the accolades for Natchez High School Senior, 3- Star Baseball Athlete Mason Bouldin.

Mason was very impressive during the baseball all-stars. He earned:

• The Mississippi Baseball All-Stars Championship

• The Mississippi Baseball All-Stars MVP

• His first college offer which was from Rust College

3 star baseball athlete Mason Bouldin takes a picture holding his MVP Trophy he recently won as he’s leaving the Baseball All-Star Awards at Rust College.

During the awards banquet following the all-star game, Mason was awarded MVP, Most Valuable Player. All his hardwork during all-star week finally paid off.

Mason was overwhelmed! He said it was simply a dream come true! It’s what he’s been waiting on his whole life.

Coach Dan Smith, Mason’s head baseball coach at Natchez High School, was also extremely proud and excited for Mason. “Congratulations to Mason Bouldin on an outstanding summer on the diamond, where he was named Baseball MVP and played a pivotal role in securing the All-Star Championship title!”

3 star baseball athlete Mason Bouldin playing catcher during the Mississippi Baseball All-Stars at Rust College on Saturday, June 28, 2025.

Reflecting on Mason’s talent, Coach Smith said, “His clutch performances—especially during high-pressure moments—helped lead his team to victory.”

Mason has a promising future ahead of him “Adding to the excitement, Mason just received his first collegiate offer from Rust College, marking an exciting next chapter in his athletic journey,” Coach Smith added.

We got a chance to sit down and interview Natchez Star Baseball Player and ask him a few questions.

The Mississippi Association of Players’ Most Valuable Player Award of the Mississippi Baseball All-Stars.

Good evening Mason. We understand that you won MVP at the state all-star game. How does it make you feel winning MVP?

Mason: Winning MVP felt incredible, a validation of hard work and dedication. Day in and day out, just work. To see me getting the recognition I’ve been praying for is astonishing.

You also won the state all-star championship. How does that make you feel?

Mason: Winning the state all-star championship was exhilarating, a true team accomplishment. I really enjoyed working with Coach Dillard, I’ve learned a lot from him and have taken it home to sharpen those attributes in my gameplay.

3 star baseball athlete Mason Bouldin walks back to home plate during the Mississippi Baseball All-Stars at Rust College on Saturday, June 28, 2025.

Mason, you received your first offer from Rust College. Explain how that made you feel?

Mason: Receiving my first offer from Rust College was a dream come true, a major step toward my future. I was afraid of not having a shot at becoming a college baseball player, yet God amazes me again. All praise to the God above. #Godfirst

You’re a part of MAP. How has being apart of MAP changed your life?

Mason: Being part of MAP has been transformative, providing invaluable guidance and support. They have given me friends that could last me a lifetime, it’ll be hard to repay that.

3 star baseball athlete Mason Bouldin, pictured far right, stands at the end of the line as he is preparing to eat dinner with other 3 star baseball athletes from around the state at Rust College during all-star week.

How was your experience at Rust College, the state first HBCU?

Mason: My experience with Rust College was enriching, connecting me with a vibrant community. I’m walking history now, I’ve literally walked the grounds of the first HBCU in Mississippi. This was a huge accomplishment in my life.

What does winning so much means for your city, your school, and your family?

Mason: Winning so much means everything for my city, school, and family, bringing pride and acknowledgement. I’ve received many congratulations from people I don’t even talk to daily, it’s a testimony of how everyone comes together when someone represents their city in an event.

What will you miss most about three all-stars?

Mason: I’ll miss the camaraderie and intense competition of the all-stars. I’ll miss the people I met and bonded with over the course of 4 days. Thank you MAP.