Colson Montgomery, a graduate of Southridge High School, is making his Major League Baseball debut with the Chicago White Sox starting with a series at Colorado on July 4. Originally drafted 22nd overall in 2021, he quickly advanced in the White Sox organization and became a top 10 overall prospect. After overcoming injury setbacks and a slow start to the spring, he has excelled at the plate with a .284 batting average and six home runs since early June. Montgomery is also recognized as Southridge's all-time leading scorer in basketball and contributed to the school's baseball state championship wins.
Colson Montgomery, a Southridge High School graduate, is set to debut for the Chicago White Sox, having quickly risen through the ranks since being drafted. He was the 22nd overall pick in 2021 and has been a top 10 prospect in professional baseball.
Despite a challenging year with injuries and a slow start this season, Montgomery returned to form, batting .284 with six home runs and 17 RBIs since early June, earning International League AAA Player of the Week honors.
Montgomery, a multi-sport star and all-time leading scorer in basketball for Southridge, played a crucial role in leading his high school baseball team to two state championships.
As the Chicago White Sox face a tough season with a record of 28-58, Montgomery's anticipated debut at Coors Field comes as a much-needed boost to the team's future prospects.
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