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Knights win Championship
7/4/2014
Knights Baseball 18U National defeated the Georgia Roadrunners 17U 7-6 to win the 2014 WWBA 18u National Championship. The Knights received a big offensive day from Collin Dupree (2014, Bob Jones HS, AL) who went 1-3 with 1 triple and 3 RBI. They also received strong days from Tyler Brown (2014, Dyer Country HS, TN) who went 1-3 with 1 run scored and 2 RBI, while Vanderbilt commit, Kyle Wright (2014, Buckhorn HS, AL) went 1-3 with 1 double, 1 run scored and 1 RBI.
Knights' starter, Blake Strawberry, went 4 2/3 innings allowing 3 runs on 4 hits and 3 walks, while striking out 2 on the day. Strawberry used primarily used his 80-86/88 mph fastball, but mixed in a couple mid 70's sliders.
For the Roadrunners, Wake Forrest commit, Connor Burns (2015, Kings Ridge Christian HS, GA) lead the way for their offense going 2-3 with 2 RBI. They also received solid contributions from South Carolina commit, Kyle Anderson (2015, Evans HS, GA), who went 1-2 with 2 RBI and University of Georgia commit, Blakely Brown (2015, Statesboro HS, GA) who went 1-3 with 1 run scored and 1 RBI on the day.
Upperclass walk-off to Championship
7/4/2014
The Knights Baseball 18u National defeated the Next Level Upperclass 1-0 to advance to the Championship Game thanks to a walk-off single from Southern Illinois commit, Chase Slone (2014, Siegel HS, TN), who went 2-3 with the game winning RBI. Kyle Conger (2014. Brentwood Academy HS, TN) also had a strong game going 2-3 on the day.
The Knights' starting pitcher, and Tennessee Tech commit, Will Gardner (2014, Morristown West HS, TN) tossed 6 2/3 shutout innings allowing 3 hits and 4 walks, while striking out 4. Gardner primarily relied on his 80-85/87 mph, but also effectively worked in his 71-73/74 mph curveball.
Florida State commit, Tyler Holton (2015, Lincoln HS, FL) was the Upperclass starter going 7 innings allowing just 4 hits, while striking out 10 batters. Holton featured an 82-86/87 mph fastball and managed to mix in a low 70's changeup and curveball in his start. Holton also did his part at the plate for the Upperclass offense, going 1-2 with 1 double and 1 walk on the day.
Roadrunners Advance
7/4/2014
The Georgia Roadrunners 17u defeated Team Elite Prime by a score of 1-0 to advance to the Championship Game behind the dominating pitching of starter, and University of Georgia commit, Addison Albright (2015, West Forsyth HS, GA). Albright tossed a complete game shutout going all 7 innings allowing only 4 hits and 3 walks, while striking out 9. Albright featured an 82-85/86 mph fastball while effectively mixing in his curveball, slider and changeup.
Offensively for the Roadrunners, Wake Forrest commit, Connor Burns (2015, King Ridge Christian HS, GA), lead the way going 2-2 on the day while Alec Wilson (2015, West Forsyth HS, GA) went 1-3 with 1 triple and the lone run scored in the game.
Prime starter, and Kennesaw State commit, AJ Moore (2014, Mountain View HS, GA) took the tough-luck-loss going 6 strong innings allowing just 1 unearned run on 4 hits, while striking out 9 in the outing. Moore showed impressive velocity on his fastball which ranged from 88-90/91 mph and also relied heavily on his 79-81 mph slider.
For the Prime, leadoff hitter, and Auburn commit, Daino Deas (2015, Parkview HS, GA) went 2-3 with 1 stolen base, while Kennesaw State commit, TJ Riles (2014, Woodland HS, GA), went 1-2 with 1 stolen base.
Prime Beat East Coast 3-2 in Eight Innings
7/3/2014
It took Team Elite Prime eight innings to defeat East Coast Baseball Elite. They scraped across two runs and ended up holding on in their 3-2 victory. Team Elite Prime's pitching was especially strong in the win.
South Carolina commit Clarke Schmidt (2014, Allatoona, GA) gave up one run in his 4 2/3 innings on the mound. He gave up five hits and struck out six batters. He walked two batters and threw 72.5% of his pitches for strikes. He sat 88-91 mph with his fastball and hit 94 mph. Coastal Carolina recruit Bobby Holmes (2014, Oconee County, GA) threw two scoreless innings, struck out two batters, and his fastball ranged from 87-90 mph. Vanderbilt Evan Steele (2015, Marietta, GA) pitched a scoreless inning, sat 83-87 mph, and topped out at 88 mph.
Bryce Denton (2015, Ravenwood, TN) smashed two doubles and scored two runs for the Prime. Ian Kimbrell (2015, Lambert, GA) went 1 for 2 with a run scored and an RBI.
For East Coast, Wallace State CC-Hanceville recruit Hunter Linn (2014, Hillcrest, AL) threw four innings of shutout ball He gave up only one hit, two walks, and he struck out two batters. His fastball sat 84-87 mph and peaked at 88 mph. South Carolina commit Sam Finnerty (2015, Pelham, AL) gave up three earned runs over 3.2 innings of relief. He struck out three hitters on a fastball that ranged from 86-89 mph.
Austin Dillon (2015, Madison-Ridgeland Academy, MS) had a solid two-hit game for East Coast. Jackson State CC commit Nathan Alberius (2014, Little Rock Christian Academy, AR) went 1 for 3 on the day and added a sac fly in the bottom of eighth. David "Trey" Jolly (2014, North Pontotoc, MS) got the scoring started in the fourth with his RBI single to center.
Morris Plays Hero in 3-2 Win for Upperclass
7/3/2014
Next Level Upperclass edged out Louisiana United 3-2 in a tough fought game. Tyler Morris (2014, Clay, FL) ripped a walk-off line drive single to center in the bottom of the seventh to win it for Upperclass.
St. Johns River CC commit Andrew Toelken (2014, Clay, FL) smashed an RBI double in the fifth inning for their first run to put them behind Louisiana United 2-1. Later that inning, Florida recruit Blake Reese (2015, Lincoln, FL) would single in the tying run. Seminole CC recruit Rhett Aplin (2014, Fleming Island, FL) threw a complete game seven innings to get the win. He gave up two runs--one earned--on three hits and three walks. He struck out eight batters on a fastball that sat 78-83 mph and touched 87 mph.
Louisiana United could only get three hits in the game. One of the hits was Joe Trahan's (2014, Northside Christian, LA) solo homer in the top of the second inning. Louisiana State University-Eunice commit Zack Robicheaux (2014, New Iberia Senior, LA) stayed at 85-88 mph with his fastball throughout his 4 1/3 innings of work. He gave up two runs (one earned) on one hit and two walks. He had two strikeouts. Mississippi State commit Taylor Stafford (2014, New Hope, MS) gave up one unearned run over two innings and his fastball ranged from 84-86 mph.
Roadrunners Run Over Redskins in 9-3 Win
7/3/2014
The Georgia Roadrunners 17U team enjoyed a nice six-run third inning in route to a 9-3 win over the Midland Redskins.
Georgia commit Blakely Brown (2015, Statesboro, GA) smashed a three-run homer to increase the lead to 8-2. Before Brown's homerun, Wake Forest recruit Connor Burns (2015, Kings Ridge Christian, GA) hit a two-run double in that same inning. Burns added two runs as well. Tarez Miller (2015, Kings Ridge Christian, GA) went 2 for 2 with a double and three runs scored. Seth Beer (2016, Lambert, GA) reached base each time, hitting a double and drawing three walks.
Roadrunners starter and South Carolina commit Kyle Anderson (2015, Evans, GA) gave up three runs over 4.1 innings and gained the win. He gave up six hits, walked three, and struck out five. His fastball sat 80-85 mph and peaked at 88 mph.
For the Redskins, Vanderbilt commit Jeren Kendall (2014, Holmen, WI) went 2 for 3 with a double, scored two runs, and an RBI. Louisiana State commit Gregory Deichmann (2014, Brother Martin, LA) had a solid two-hit game. Michigan commit Trey Miller (2013, Lexington Catholic, KY) contributed with a hit and two RBIs at the dish.
Wyatt Myers threw 3.1 innings, gave up two earned runs, and his fastball topped out at 82 mph. In Andrew Papp's (2015, Leesville Road, NC) two innings of relief work, his fastball ranged from 85-89 mph. Arkansas commit Jonah Patten (2014, Norwell, IN) could only record two outs, but showed some good stuff with his 89-91 mph fastball. Ohio State commit Zach Shannon (2014, Anderson, OH) lit up the radar gun with his 90-94 mph fastball in his inning on the mound.
Wright Does It All in Mavericks 8-1 Win
7/3/2014
Knights Baseball 18U National defeated the Upstate Mavericks 8-1. They put up four runs in the second inning and maximized their lead from there.
Vanderbilt commit Kyle Wright (2014, Buckhorn, AL) hit a solo shot in the bottom of the fifth. He had two RBIs on the day. Montevallo recruit Collin Dupree (2014, Bob Jones, AL) had a nice two-hit day, added a run and an RBI. Southern Illinois commit Chase Slone (2014, Siegel, TN) went 2 for 3 with a run scored. Brewer Hicklen (2014, Huntsville, TN) went 2 for 3 with a double, a run scored, and a run batted in. Kyle Conger (2014, Brentwood Academy, TN) hit an RBI double and added another hit in the game.
Winning pitcher Kyle Wright threw an outstanding seven innings of one-run ball. He gave up only two hits. He threw 75% of his pitches for strikes. His explosive fastball sat 85-90 mph and topped out at 92 mph.
The Citadel recruit Drew Ellis (2014, Blythewood, SC) smacked a double to lead off the fifth. He came around to score the Mavericks only run on Jacksonville commit Casey Cribb's (2014, Providence, FL) RBI single to left later that inning. Mavericks starter A Hammond threw three innings, faced 19 batters, and his fastball ranged from 84-88 mph.
NJ Marlins Prospects beat Bullpen B.
7/1/2014
The NJ Marlins Prospects drub the Bullpen Braves 17U, 8-0. Alex Mumme (The Hun, Skillman, NJ 2016) had a busy at the plate, collecting two extra-base hits. He doubled in the first and fourth innings. The NJ Marlins Prospects were sparked by Jordanny and Alex, who teamed up four hits and four RBIs. NJ Marlins Prospects as a offense today had eight runs scored and seven hits.
Jared Hildreth (Sachem East, Holtsville, NY 2016) shut down the Bullpen Braves 17U while he was on the hill. The Bullpen Braves 17U managed just one hit off of Hildreth. He allowed no earned runs, walked three and struck out two during his five innings of work. Garrett Calhoun (Ola, Jonesboro, GA 2016) was the ace pitcher for the Bullpen Braves 17U. He tossed 3.2 innings while giving up seven hits, seven runs, walking three and striking out one. Hildreth fastball range for the game was 75-80 mph.
Chain Black defeted the Dodgers 10-5
7/1/2014
Chain Black 18U defeated the Atlanta Dodgers 10-5, making the most of seven hits in the game, and opened the game up with a 3-1 lead after the first, as they went on to the convincing victory.
Lincoln Hewitt (2015, North Hall HS, GA) led the way for the Black offense, going a perfect 3-3 with a double, two singles, one run scored, and four RBIs. Clay Teston (2014, Wayne County HS, GA) went 2-3 with two singles and one run scored. Daniel Tefft (2014, Valdosta HS, GA) went 1-3 with two runs scored.
On the mound, Hunter Phillips (2015, Houston County HS, GA) pitched 3.1 innings of work, giving up no earned runs, no hits, and recorded five strikeouts. He showed the ability to compete well on the mound, and threw strikes well and was around the plate with all of his pitches. He had a fastball that peaked at 89 mph, and mixed in a good slider for his off-speed pitch.
For the Dodgers, Erickie Godfrey (2016, KIPP Atlanta Collegiate, GA) went 1-3 at the plate, with a double and two RBIs. Tyler Sylvester (2016, Southwest DeKalb HS, GA) and Jawuan Williams (2016, Southwest DeKalb HS, GA) each finished the game 1-2 with an RBI. Sylvester finished with a double and a run scored, and WIlliams finished with a triple.
Mizuno Team GA grabs 7-3 Victory
7/1/2014
Mizuno Team GA Baseball Academy 17U Blue defeated the Houston Banditos (Rodriguez) 7-3. Mizuno grabbed six runs in the top of the third inning, and went on to the convincing victory.
Adam Sasser (2015, Greenbrier HS, GA) led the way for the offense, going 1-3 with two runs scored, and two RBIs in the game. Nicholas Gatewood (2015, Peachtree Ridge HS, GA) and Gene Wood (2015, Jackson Preparatory, MS) each went 1-3 as well, with one run scored. Gatewood finished with one RBI of his own.
Mizuno used four different pitchers throughout the contest. Will Geraghty (2015, Lovett HS, GA) and Parker Carracci (2015, Jackson Preparatory, MS) made appearances on the mound, with both flashing fastballs that peaked at 87 mph. Reed Clark (2015, Foryth Central HS, GA) pitched an inning of work, having a smooth delivery and threw strikes well. he too had an impressive fastball that averaged 84-86/86 mph, while mixing in a good curveball for his off-speed pitch.
For the Bandtitos, Ryder Lognion (2015, Kountze HS, TX) went 1-2 in the game with a double, and one run scored in the game. Marco Bercerril (2015, Spring HS, TX) pitched three innings on the mound, giving up three hits, and he had a fastball that topped out at 87 mph.
Sunocoast Mizuno beat Team Alabama.
7/1/2014
Suncoast Mizuno survives Team Alabama 6-2 thanks to Johnathan Aragon's (Manatee, Bradenton, FL 2015) late-game heroics. He drove in the winning run for the Suncoast Mizuno to help the team get the victory. He went 1-3 for the game and had two RBIs. Tyler Tolbert (Hewitt-Trussville, AL 2016)was the other hot hitter for the Team Alabama. He went 1-2 for the game with scoring one run. Suncoast Mizuno as a offense today had six runs scored and thirteen hits.
Four reliefs pitchers made sure the win didn't fall through the cracks for Suncoast Mizuno. Brendan Lewellen (Lakewood Ranch, Bradenton, FL 2015) faced five batters in relief, while Jonathan managed to record four outs to aid to victory. Jameson Ling (Pelham, Helena, AL 2016) was the ace pitcher for the Team Alabama. He five innings worth while giving up five hits, one runs, walking two and striking out four.
Naturals Florida defeat New Power 7-2
7/1/2014
Naturals Florida made the most of eight hits, to defeat New Power Baseball, 7-2.
Leadoff hitter Bobby Dodd () went 2-4 in the game with two singles, two runs scored, and one RBI. Blake Behrsin (2016, South Fork HS, FL) went 2-3 at the plate, with two singles. Enrico went 1-3, with a homerun, one stolen base, one run scored, and two RBIs.
Jesse Cerri pitched five complete innings, giving up two earned runs on four hits, and struck out three. He had a fastball that peaked at 84 mph, and mixed in curveballs, a few sliders, and a changeup as his off-speed pitches.
For New Power, Justin Lyon (2013, Homestead HS, CA) went 1-3 with a homerun, one run scored, and one RBI. Nick Healey (2014, Archbishop Riordan, CA) and Neil Sterling (2014, Junipero Serra HS, CA) a Utah commit, each contributed with a double of their own in the game. Ryan Giberton (2015, Carlmont HS, Ca) pitched 2.1 innings of work, giving up one earned run on two hits. He did a good job of throwing strikes and being around the plate with all of his pitches, and had a fastball that topped out at 81 mph.
Eight-Run sixth Sparks Comeback for Stars
7/1/2014
The Demarini Stars 18U came back from a 7-3 deficit, scoring eight runs in the bottom of the sixth, to win 11-7, over OTC Baseball 18U.
Mason Scoville (2015, Westfield HS, VA) went 2-2 with two singles, one stolen base, and two runs scored in the game. Jacob Behne (2015, Centreville HS, VA) went 1-3 with a single and two RBIs. Grant Bain (2015, Chantilly HS, VA) also went 1-3 at the plate with one run scored and two RBIs.
For OTC, leadoff hitter Jamerson Echleberger (2015, Luella HS, GA) went 1-2 with one run scored and one RBI. Trey Chapman (2014, Luella HS, GA) went 2-3 at the plate with two singles, one stolen base, and one RBI. Michael Warren (2014, Dutchtown HS, GA) went 2-4 with two singles, two stolen bases, two runs scored, and one RBI. Jamal Devine (2015, Columbia HS, GA) went 2-3 with two singles, one stolen base, and two RBIs.
Warriors beat Pro Source 18U.
7/1/2014
Chritian Jones (Eagles View Academy, Jacksonville, FL 2014) helps Jacksonville Warriors 18U down Pro Source 18U 6-1 victory. He went 2-4 and hit a home run for the day. He singled in the first inning and homered in the third inning. Josh Abalos (Hebron, Lewisville, TX 2015) was the hot hitter for the Pro Source 18U. He went 2-3 for the game with scoring one run. Jacksonville Warriors 18U as a offense today had six runs scored and eleven hits.
Jacksonville Warriors 18U relied on Cooper Wallace (Bartram Trail, St. Johns, FL 2014) to eat up innings to help get the win. He pitched six innings and allowed one earned run, six hits and no walks while striking out four. Blake Grellhesl (Ryan, Denton, TX 2014) put together a nice outing. Jacksonville Warriors 18U managed just one hit off of the Pro Source 18U's pitcher. He allowed no earned runs, walked one and struck out two during his 2 1/3 innings of work. Drew Thompson (Plano Senior, Plano, TX 2014) ended up on the wrong side of the pitching decision with taking the loss. He allowed six runs in 4 2/3 innings, walked two and struck out one. Thompson fastball range for the game was 77-81 mph.
Six- run Fourth Lifts Upperclass to 9-1 Win
7/1/2014
Next Level Upperclass defeated the Ohio Stealers 9-1, thanks to a six-run fourth inning, that lead to the easy victory. Upperclass outhit their opponent 7-1 in the game.
Casey Wehrhahn (2014, Fort Walton Beach, FL) went a perfect 2-2 at the plate, with a double, single, and two RBIs. Jared Barnes (2014, North Florida Christian, FL) and Andrew Williamson (2015, Trinity Christian Academy, FL) each went 1-2 in the game, with one run scored and one RBI.
Trevin Eubanks (2015, Niceville Senior HS, FL) pitched two innings of work, giving up no hits, and struck out three. He had a good mound presence, and was able to throw strikes and be around the plate with all of his pitches. He had a fastball that averaged 87-89/89 mph, and mixed in a good curveball and changeup for as his off-speed pitches.
For the Stealers, Andrew Neal (2014, Ellet HS, OH) went 1-2 at the plate, with a single. Garrett Zorb (2015, St. Edward HS, OH) pitched four complete innings of work, showing a good, smooth delivery, and flashed a fastball that peaked at 84 mph.
Early 1-0 lead Enough as East Coast Wins
7/3/2014
East Coast Baseball Elite secured one run in the bottom of the 1st inning and that run proved to be the winner as they escaped with a 1-0 win over Knights Baseball 18U America.
Jake Smith (2014, West Jones, MS) and Dallas Woolfolk (2015, DeSoto Central, MS) shared the mound for East Coast. Smith got the start and tossed 4 innings allowing only one hit and struck out four while reaching 88mph on his fastball. Woolfolk finished the game also only allowing one hit. He struck out three while hitting 92mph on his fastball.
Jamell Newson (2014, Magnolia Heights, MS), a Northwest Mississippi CC commit, went 2-3 with a triple. Newson scored the lone run in the game while Drew Avans (2014, Thompson, AL), a Southeastern Louisiana commit was credited with the RBI.
Douglas (N/A) gave a great effort on the mound for Knights Baseball. Douglas threw a complete game giving up one run on four hits. He struck out four while touching 86mph on his fastball.
Georgia Jackets edge by Elev8 18U 3-2
7/1/2014
The Georgia Jackets 17U edged by Elev8 18U, 3-2. Going into the seventh and final inning tied 2-2, the Jackets grabbed one run in the bottom of the inning to take the victory.
Johnathan Meuse (2015, Woodstock HS, GA) led the way for the Jackets, going 2-2 with a double, single, and one RBI. Brantley Flanagan (2014, Sequoyah HS, GA) went 1-3 with a single and one RBI. On the mound, Meuse pitched a complete game, giving up two earned runs on seven hits, and struck out eight. He had a fastball that averaged 80-83 mph, and topped out at 85 mph, while also mixing in a handful of curveballs, sliders, and changeups, for his off-speed pitches.
For Elev8, Reynaldo Rivera (2015, Elev8 Sports Institute, FL) went 2-3, with a double, single, and one RBI. Alex Vazquez (2016, Elev8 Sports Institute, FL) also had a double of his own, and finished 1-3 in the game. Bay Buckley (2014, Golden Gate HS, FL) pitched four innings of work, giving up one earned run on one hit, and struck out two. He had a fastball that topped out at 81 mph, and mixed in a slider and changeup for his off-speed pitches.
Next Level stuns Yankees Late
7/3/2014
The East Cobb Yankees enjoyed a 2-0 lead almost the entire game, but it was Next Level Upperclass who put three runs on the board in the bottom of the 6th inning to stun East Cobb 3-2. Next Level improved to 8-0 in the tournament.
The game displayed a battle of pitchers which saw Next Level provide just enough offense to steal the win. Martin (N/A) pitched a complete game effort for Upperclass and gave up two runs on just four hits. Martin competed well on the mound, showed sound mechanics with an online delivery, and had life on his fastball. His fastball topped out at 87mph while fanning 4 as well.
Blake Reese (2015, Lincoln, FL), a top 250 prospect as well as a Florida commit, drove in two runs to help push Next Level to victory.
Mitch Stallings (2014, The Lovett School, GA), a Duke commit, gave a great effort on the mound for the Yankees. Stallings allowed three runs on two hits while striking out an impressive 12 batters. He showed a balanced, online delivery as well while displaying projectable stuff. His fastball was good as it hit 88mph.
GBSA Blue Rays beat Prospects Scout.
7/1/2014
Tekwaan Whyte (Columbia, Decatur, GA 2015) helps the GBSA Blue Rays down Prospects Scout Team 7-2 victory. He went 2-3 for the game with triple in the first inning and singled in the third inning. Clemia Jackson (Heritage, Conyers, GA 2015) was the hot hitter for the Prospect Scout Team. He went 1-3 for the game and had two RBIs.
The GBSA Blue Rays got the win thanks in large part to Keishaun Clark's (Stpehenson, Stone Mountian, GA 2015) dominant, six-strikeout performance. He allowed no earned runs, three hits and two walks over five innings. Joseph Schweitzer (Troy, Troy, MI 2016) took the loss for the Prospect Scout Team. He allowed seven runs in five innings, walked two and struck out three.
Knights Baseball 18U National Hangs On
7/3/2014
Knights Baseball 18U National led 6-0 heading into the 5th inning, but had to sweat it out as they did just enough to hang on for a 6-4 win over Mizuno Team GA Baseball Academy 17U Blue and a spot in the next round of playoffs.
Brady Puckett (2014, Riverdale, TN) got the start for Knights Baseball and tossed 5 1/3 innings. Puckett gave up six hits and struck out 3 while touching 92mph on his fastball. He showed a balanced delivery with solid arm action.
Tristan Chari (2014, Montgomery Bell Academy, TN) who has committed to Vanderbilt, knocked home three runs in the win. Chari displayed a sound hitting approach with a good eye at the plate. Kyle Conger (2014, Brentwood Academy, TN) helped provide some offense as well as he registered 1 RBI.
Gene Wood (2015, Jackson Preparatory, MS) gave it all he had for Mizuno as he finished the game 2-3 with a HR, one double, and 3 RBIs. Wood showed a live bat with good bat speed and power potential.
AP Baseball cruises to 9-3 Victory
6/30/2014
AP Baseball jumped out to an 8-2 lead at the end of the third inning, and went on to a 9-3 victory, over BigStix Gamers 18U.
Leadoff hitter Eaker led the way, going 3-4, with one run scored and three RBIs in the game. Luke Christy went 2-3 with a single and three runs scored. Ivan Solisturon provided some spark by going 2-4 with two runs scored. Taormina also went 2-4 at the plate, with one run scored.
On the mound, Alex Morea pitched six complete innings, giving up one earned run on three hits, and recorded 12 strikeouts in the game. He showed a fastball that averaged 79-82/83 mph, and mixed in a handful of curveballs and a changeup for his off-speed pitches.
For the Gamers, D. England went a perfect 3-3, with a triple, two singles, one run scored, and one RBI in the game. G. Weldon went 1-1. England also pitched 4.1 innings of work, giving up one earned run on six hits, and struck out two. He too had a fastball that peaked at 83 mph, and mixed in a few curveballs for his off-speed pitch.
Midland Redskins Move On
7/3/2014
The Midland Redskins started off strong with 3 runs in the bottom of the 1st inning and continued to pour on the runs as they downed So Cal NTT 9-1 after five innings of play. The Redskins stayed undefeated in tournament play and will continue their playoff run.
Devin Smelter (N/A) started on the mound for the Redskins and tossed a solid game. Smelter allowed just one run on three hits while throwing 70.8% of his pitches as strikes. His fastball topped out at 90mph as he struck out an impressive 10 batters.
Justin Smith (2014, Bartram Trail, FL), a Miami commit, batted a perfect 2-2 in the win. Smith tripled once and knocked home two while scoring twice himself. Gregory Deichmann (2014, Brother Martin, LA) and DJ Wilson (N/A) each finished the game 2-3. Wilson drove in 1 run while crossing home three times. Deichmann, a Louisiana State commit, registered 3 RBIs and scored two runs.
Perez Knowles (2014, Rabun Gap Nacoochee, AL) who has committed to Troy, drove in the lone run for So Cal NTT.
Mudhens Offense too much in 17-5 Victory
6/30/2014
The Northeast Baseball Mudhens offense was too much as they drubbed the Central Alabama Nationals, 17-5. The Mudhens outhit their opponent 11-5 in the contest.
Chris Murphy (2014, Billerica Memorial HS, MA) led the way, going 2-3 with a homerun, a triple, two runs scored, and five RBIs. Leadoff hitter Joe Campo (2014, Dexter HS, MA) went 1-2 with a triple as well, three runs scored, and two RBIs. Cameron Devanney (2015, Central Catholic HS, NH) a Elon commit, went 3-4 with three singles, three runs scored, and two RBIs in the contest. Ryan McKenna (2015, St. Thomas Aquinas, ME) a Liberty commit, contributed with two doubles of his own in the game.
On the mound, Cam LeFleur (2014, Hollis-Brookline HS, NH) pitched five complete innings, giving up two earned runs on five hits, and struck out seven. He showed an impressive fastball that averaged 84-86/86 mph, and mixed in a good curveball.
For the Nationals, leadoff hitter Jeremy Peterson (2014, Huffman Magnet HS, AL) and Logan Nix (2015, Walker HS, AL) went 1-2 in the game. Nix finished with a double.
SCORE ten runs game.
6/29/2014
Big staff effort as 3 SCORE International 18U pitchers team up for no-hitter in win over Kalamazoo Maroons. Jonathan Ottenwalder (Faith Baptist Christian, Brandon, FL 2015) went perfect 2-2 at the plate for SCORE International 18U. Daniel Johnson (Faith Baptist Christian, Brandon, FL 2014) was the other hot hitter for the SCORE International 18U. He went 1-2 for the game with scoring one run. SCORE International 18U as a offense today had ten runs scored with seven hits.
Three pitchers combined for a no-hitter for the SCORE International 18U. Matt Meyer (Bayside, Palm Bay, FL 2014, Campbell), Orta (Faith Baptist Christian, FL 2014, State College of Florida), and David Castillo (Sunlake, Land O' Lakes, FL 2014) rounded out their sterling stat line with ten strikeouts and five walks. Orta looked good on the bump. He held Kalamazoo Maroons hitless over one inning, allowed no earned runs, walked none and struck out none. Kalamazoo Maroons' lineup had no answer for David. He held Kalamazoo Maroons hitless over two innings, allowed no earned runs, walked none and struck out six. Castillo fastball range for the game was 81-85 mph. Orta fastball range for the game was 87-89 mph. Meyer fastball range for the game was 85-87 mph.
Early Lead lifts Jays over Jayhawks
6/30/2014
The Atlanta Blue Jays grabbed an early four-run lead after the first inning, and went on to win 5-0, over the Denny Pritchett Jayhawks 17U.
Dayton Dugas (2015, Sam Houston HS, LA) led the way going 1-2 with a double, one stolen base, and one run scored. Stephen Frederico (2015, Hilton Head Preparatory, SC) went a perfect 2-2 at the plate, with two RBIs.
On the mound, Peter Diaz (2016, Monsignor Edward Pace, FL) pitched four complete innings, giving up no earned runs, just two hits, and struck out five. He had a fastball that averaged 79-81 mph, and topped out at 83 mph.
For the Jayhawks, Ben Wynett (2015, Creekview HS, GA) went 2-2 at the plate, with two singles.
USA Hawks beat Baseball Mentoring Pro.
6/29/2014
USA Hawks defeats Baseball Mentoring Program, Inc. 4-1 victory. Frank Vesuvio (Byram Hills, Armonk, NY 2016) went 2-3 helping USA Hawks get the victory. He singled in the first and fifth innings. Alonso Bibiano (Ellensburg, Ellensburg, WA 2015) was the hot hitter for the Baseball Mentoring Program, Inc. He went 1-2 for the game. USA Hawks as a offense had four runs scored and six hits.
Jordan Block (Horace Greeley, Chappaqua, NY 2015) was in control on the mound. Baseball Mentoring Program, Inc. managed just one hit of Block, who allowed no earned runs, walked two and struck out two during his four innings of work. A bright spot for Baseball Mentoring Program, Inc. in defeat was Antonio Straughter (Antioch, Antioch, CA 2014), who allowed only one run while striking out five. Straughter fastball range for the game was 85-88 mph.
Easton A's top Red Sox 4-0
7/2/2014
The Easton A's topped the Michigan Red Sox, 4-0. The A's grabbed two runs in the top of the second inning and two more runs in the sixth, as they went on to grab the win.
Mario Murillo (2016, Hilltop HS, CA) pitched three innings of work, giving up no earned runs, three hits, and struck out two. He had a fastball that peaked at 81 mph, and mixed in a few curveballs and changeups as his off-speed pitches.
At the plate, Dillan Shrum (2016, Granite Hills HS, CA) went 2-3 with a double, single, and one run scored. Trevor Howell (2015, Christian HS, CA) contributed with a double, and Kyle Stowers (2016, Christian HS, CA) had a homerun and two RBIs.
For the Red Sox, Harrison Milen (2015, North Farmington HS, MI) and Scott Stubenrauch (2015, Oxford HS, MI) each went 1-3 in the game.
Yankees Take It To Huskies 9-1
7/2/2014
The East Cobb Yankees busted out offensively and went on to beat the SF Huskies 18U team 9-1. They had a big three-run second inning and then an even bigger five-run fifth inning.
Chipola College recruit Ryan McClendon (2014, Duluth, GA) scored two runs on the day--one of them was powered by his own solo homer in the fourth. Georgia commit Mitchell Webb (2014, East Paulding, GA) went 2 for 3 with a triple and two runs scored at the dish. Georgia Tech commit Blake Jackson (2014, Houston County, GA) hit an RBI double in the bottom of the fifth to bring the score to 5-1. He would later score in that inning.
TJ Clarke (2014, Mceachern, GA) gave up one unearned run in his five innings on the mound and picked up the win. He gave up a mere two hits and struck out eight batters. His fastball sat 83-86 mph and topped out at 87 mph. He didn't walk a hitter and threw almost 77% of his pitches for strikes.
Huskies starter Melfor threw 4.2 innings, faced 25 batters, and touched 85 mph with his fastball. Turner Grass (2016, American Heritage, FL) hit a single in the fourth and would come around to score their only run of the game.
Big Fifth inning Lifts Yankees to Easy W
7/2/2014
The East Cobb Yankees defeated the SF Huskies 18U 9-1 in five innings. the Yankees burst for three runs in the second, and five runs in the fifth inning, as they went on to the easy victory.
Mitchell Webb (2014, East Paulding HS, GA) a Georgia commit, led the way for the Yankees, going 2-3 with a triple, single, and two runs scored. Ryan McClendon (2014, Duluth HS, GA) went 1-2 with a homerun, two runs scored, and one RBI. Blake Jackson (2014, Houston County HS, GA) a Georgia Tech commit, contributed with a double, one run scored, and one RBI.
T.J. Clarke (2014, McEachern HS, GA) pitched five complete innings, giving up no earned runs, just two hits, and struck out eight. He had a good presence on the mound, and was able to throw strikes well with all of his pitches. He had a fastball that averaged 84-86/87 mph, and mixed in a handful of curveballs and a few changeups for his off-speed pitches.
For the Huskies, Turner Grass (2016, American Heritage HS, FL) provided some offense, going 1-2. Ruben Ramirez also went 1-2 in the game.
Team Elite Prime Advances with 3-0 Win
7/3/2014
Team Elite Prime scored a run in the top of the first inning, and never trailed, advancing to the quarterfinals with a 3-0 victory over East Cobb Astros 16U on Thursday.
Auburn recruit Daino Deas (2015, Parkview HS, GA), Bryce Denton (2015, Ravenwood HS, GA), and Briggs Benson (2015, Tift County HS, GA) drove in the three runs for Team Elite Prime. Deas led the team with three hits, while Denton and Ian Kimbrell (2015, Lambert HS, GA) had two hits each. Deas, Brandon Hill (2015, Parkview HS, GA), and Drew Swanson (2015, Allatoona HS, GA) scored the runs.
South Carolina commit Nick Neidert (2015, Peachtree Ridge HS, GA) tossed a complete game two-hitter for Team Elite Prime. He struck out eleven hitters, walked four, and threw 120 pitches. His fastball topped out at 93 mph.
The two Astros hits were recorded by Vanderbilt commit Reggie Pruitt (2015, Kennesaw Mountain HS, GA) and Brenton Burgess (2015, Chamblee Charter HS, GA).
Team Elite Roadtrip Cruises to 8-0 Win
7/2/2014
Team Elite Roadtrip used a big four-run first inning, to go on to the easy victory 8-0, over Chain Black 18U.
Gage Patton (2014, Appling County HS, GA) sparked the offense by going 1-2 at the plate, with a homerun, two runs scored, and three RBIs. Tristan Goodro (2014, Long County HS, GA) went 2-3 with two doubles, and one run scored. Zack Goble (2015, Pierce County HS, GA) went 2-3 as well, with a double, single, and one RBI. Zach Cowart (2015, Emanuel County Institute, GA) also contributed with a double of his own in the game.
On the mound, Cowart pitched five complete innings, giving up no earned runs, just three hits, and struck out six. He had a fastball that averaged 83-85/86 mph, and also mixed in a handful of off-speed pitches.
For Chain Black, Jared Lewellen (2014, Lowndes HS, GA) went 1-2 in the game, with a double. Andrew Fender (2014, Coffee County HS, GA) made an appearance on the mound, and flashed a fastball that topped out at 85 mph.
Roundtrip Blanks Chain Black 8-0
7/2/2014
Team Elite Roundtrip blanked the Chain Black 18U team 8-0. Team Elite put up a four-run first inning and didn't look back.
In the bottom of the fourth, Georgia Regents recruit Gage Patton (2014, Appling County, GA) hit a three run homer to right field to increase the lead to 7-0. Ty Hobbs (2014, Ware County, GA) got the scoring started in the first when he slapped a triple to center, scoring two runs. He would score on error. Zack Goble (2015, Pierce County, GA) had a nice 2 for 3 day with a run batted in. Middle Georgia College commit Tristan Goodro (2014, Long County, GA) went 2 for 3 with a run scored.
Winning pitcher, and Georgia Southern commit, Zach Cowart (2015, Emanuel County Institute, GA) threw five innings of shutout ball. He surrendered only three hits and one walk. His fastball sat 82-85 mph, topped out at 86 mph, and he struck out six hitters.
For Chain Black, Daniel Tefft (2014, Valdosta, GA) got on base in both of his plate appearances by walking and hitting a single. Sam Goberdahn (2014, Cook County, GA) gave up three earned runs in his three innings of work. His fastball ranged from 79-83 mph. Andrew Fender (2014, Coffee County, GA) wasn't able to record an out, but his fastball ranged from 82-85 mph. Ty Bennett (2014, Ware County, GA) topped out at 83 mph in his inning of work.
Louisiana United Wins in Extra Innings
7/3/2014
Louisiana United put a run on the board in the eighth inning, and claimed a 2-1 victory over Dulin Dodgers to advance to the quarterfinals in extra innings.
Nicholls State commit Kyle Knauth (2014, Lakeshore HS, LA) drove in a run for Louisiana, and added a hit. Rice recruit Antonio Culotta (2015, Ovey Comeaux HS, LA), Josh Magee (2015, Franklinton HS, LA), and McNeese State signee Harry Chairs, Jr. (2014, John Curtis Christian School, LA) each supplied one hit. The two runs were scored by Culotta and Chairs, and Chairs doubled in the win.
Nick Lee (2015, South Beauregard HS, LA) earned the win in a complete game for Louisiana. He allowed one run on four hits, and struck out seven hitters with one walk. His fastball topped out at 92 mph.
The lone Dodgers run was driven in by Collin Taylor (2016, Florence HS, AL) and scored by Austin Peay commit John Sparks (2014, Bolton HS, TN). Sparks, Taylor, LeMarcus Boyd (2014, Independence HS, TN), and Von Watson (2015, Briarcrest Christian School, TN) had the team’s four hits, including a double for Watson.
Jake Durham (2014, Covington HS, TN) also went the distance, taking a tough-luck loss. He allowed an unearned run on four hits, and struck out seven hitters with two walks. His fastball peaked at 90 mph.
Roadrunners Advance With Shutout
7/3/2014
Georgia Roadrunners 17U advanced to the quarterfinals, claiming a 5-0 victory over Nelson Baseball School 18s.
Tarez Miller (2015, Kings Ridge Christian School, GA) led the run production for the Roadrunners, as he drove in two runs. Matthew Anderson (2015, Evans HS, GA), Georgia Tech commit Brandt Stallings (2015, Kings Ridge Christian School, GA), and Justin Dutka (2015, Lambert HS, GA) each drove in one run. Stallings added a solo home run to account for his run batted in. Six players had one hit in the win, and five players scored one run.
Russell Klein (2015, Mill Creek HS, GA) tossed a complete game, and struck out 13 Nelson hitters without a walk. He allowed just two hits over 83 pitches, and his fastball topped out at 89 mph.
The two hits for Nelson came from Georgia Perimeter College commit Bryan Quillens (2014, Pebblebrook HS, GA) and Georgia Highlands recruit Jake Swan (2014, Etowah HS, GA), both singles.
One-Hitter Leads Upstate Mavericks
7/3/2014
Upstate Mavericks received a one-hitter from Walker Powell (2015, Fayetteville East HS, AR), and advanced to the quarterfinals with a 5-0 victory over Titans 18U on Thursday.
Powell struck out four hitters over his complete game, and only pitched 64 pitches with a fastball that topped out at 87 mph and a good curveball.
Jared Jones (2014, Union Grove HS, GA) led the Mavericks with two runs batted in, while Northwestern commit Connor Lind (2014, TC Roberson HS, NC) added one run batted in each. Jones led the team with two hits, and five different players scored one run each for the Mavericks.
The lone hit for the Titans was a single, recorded by Gregory Browning (2015, McEachern HS, GA).
Redskins Continue to Dominate
7/2/2014
The Midland Redskins defeated the NJ Marlins Prospect by a score of 14-0. The Redskins improved their record to 7-0 and have outscored their opponents by a combined score of 74-6.
In the bottom of the 3rd, Justin Smith (2014, St. Johns, FL) smashed a three run homer for the Redskins. The Miami commit also had two singles and hits to all parts of the field. Smith has nine total hits on the tournament and his tournament batting average improved to .529. DJ Wilson (#2) went 2-2 with two doubles and a RBI. Wilson has a quick first step and drives the ball with regular contact. Jeren Kendall (2014, Holmen, WI) went 1-1 and recorded two RBIs.
Brendan Spagnuolo (2014, Massapequa, NY) went 3.0 innings on the hill for the Redskins. The Vanderbilt commit struck out five and had his fastball touch 92 mph. Chris Martin (2014, Mason, OH) struck out two in his 1.0 inning of work. Martin's fastball maxed out at 88 mph.
Mark Dominguez (2015, Chester, NJ) and Evan Kainer (2015, Kendal Park, NJ) both had hits for the Marlins.
Big Bats For East Cobb Twins
7/2/2014
The East Cobb Twins got a huge victory Wednesday over the USA Hawks. The Twins totaled 12 hits in the contest and went on to win by a score of 11-1. Joe Charron (2015, Atlanta, GA) and Jake Fulwiler (2015, Atlanta, GA) both knocked home runs for the Twins. Fulwiler ended with six RBIs on the day and Charron finished with three.
Lucas Boudreau (2015, Norcross, GA) went 3-4 and scored three runs for the victors. Sam Herrick (2015, Atlanta, GA) went 7.0 innings on the hill. Herrick allowed just two walks, five hits, and struck out five opposing hitters. His fastball touched 80 mph and his late breaking curve ball hit 70 mph.
John Reda (2015, Mahopac, NY) went 2-3 for the Hawks. Frank Vesuvio (2016, Armonk, NY) had the lone RBI.
Balanced Attack For Orlando Baseball 2014
7/2/2014
Orlando Baseball Academy 2014 made the most of six hits in their 6-3 victory over the West Georgia Jackets. Dylan Anseaume (2014, Orlando, FL) and Jeffrey Crisan (2014, Apopka, FL) both smashed home runs in the contest. Crisan hit a two run homer in the bottom of the 1st and Anseaume roped a solo shot in the top of the 4th.
In 4.0 innings, Aidan Shaughnessy (2014, Orlando, FL) struck out six on the hill for Orlando Baseball. Shaughnessy allowed just three hits, one walk, and had his fastball touch 82 mph.
Trey Stevens (2015, Douglasville, GA) and Marc Kennedy (2014, Villa Rica, GA) both had two hits for the Jackets. Elijah Willingham (2015, Hiram, GA) recorded a single and a RBI.
Mizuno Blue walks off on Elev8 18U with 6-5 win
7/2/2014
An RBI single from Michael Strait (2015, South Forsyth HS, GA) in the bottom of the 6th inning sealed the deal for Mizuno Team GA Baseball Academy 17U Blue as they earned a walk off 6-5 victory over Elev8 18U.
Nicholas Gatewood (2015, Peachtree Ridge HS, GA) and Northwestern commit Jack Dunn (2015, Blessed Trinity Catholic, GA) each roped a double for Mizuno Blue, with Dunn also working a walk and scoring twice while Gatewood added an RBI from a sac fly. Brandon Sewell (2015, Gainesville HS, GA) singled twice and drove in one as Gene Wood (2015, Jackson Preparatory, GA) stole a bag, singled, was hit by a pitch, reached on an error and scored once.
Charlie Hecht (2014, Johns Creek HS, GA) earned the win with two sterling innings of relief, striking out four in two innings with just one hit allowed. The Georgia College & State commit kept hitters off balance with an equal number of 83-85 mph fastballs and offspeed pitches. his go-to was a 69-71 mph curve with a 76 mph change up, and Hecht also maxed out at 86 mph on the radar gun.
Luis Diaz-Santa (2015, Elev8 Sports Institute, FL) led the way for Elev8 by reaching base four times in the game. He smacked a pair of singles, drew a walk and was hit by a pitch, scoring twice with a stolen base as well. Brian Nido (2015, Gulliver Schools, FL) also singled and scored twice with Jose Vidro (2014, Carlos Beltran Baseball Academy, PR) kicking in an RBI single as well. Ariel Diaz (2015, Elev8 Sports Institute, FL) was on base twice with a single and a walk, scoring once and driving in one.
Yaison Hernandez (2013, Elev8 Sports Institute, FL) handled the bulk of the work on the mound, throwing 3.1 innings while allowing just one run on five hits, a walk, balk, and two strike outs. He worked 75-82 mph with his fastball, throwing a 67-72 mph hook, 70 mph change up and a 66 mph mystery pitch in the process.
Team Alabama Gets 3rd W
7/2/2014
Team Alabama defeated the GBSA Blue Rays by a score of 4-1. Lance Johnson (2016, Alabaster, AL) got the start on the hill for Team Alabama. Johnson went 7.0 innings and allowed five hits, one earned run, no walks, and struck out seven. The right-hander flashed an 85 mph fastball and has great control to the plate.
Stephan Poplin (2015, Alabaster, AL) went 2-3 with a double for Team Alabama. Brenton Sanders (2016, Helena, AL) had two RBIs and Ethan Thomas (2016, Madison, AL) recorded two stolen bases. Tyler Tolbert (2016, Trussville, AL) went 1-3 with a stolen base. Tolbert has a quick bat and a sound hitting approach.
Bakari Gayle (2015, Stone Mountain, GA) hit a home run in the top of the 1st for the Rays. Gayle also recorded a single and showed excellent bat speed. He also pitched 1.0 inning and had his fastball touch 87 mph. Trenton Nash (2015, Decatur, GA) went 1-3 with a single. Nash also pitched 3.0 innings and allowed no earned runs and struck out four Alabama hitters.
Jacob Southern Hits Game Winner
7/2/2014
The Orlando Baseball Academy edged the Northeast Baseball Mudhens by a score of 5-4. Jacob Southern (2016, Mount Dora, FL) went 2-4 with two RBIs and had the game-winning hit for the Academy. Southern singled to right field in the bottom of the 7th to score teammate Bo Simmons (2015, Orlando, FL).
Hunter Rotarius (2015, Apopka, FL) went 1-1 with two RBIs for the victors.
In the top of the 1st, Ryan McKenna (2015, Berwick, ME) crushed a home run that cleared the left field wall. McKenna finished the day going 2-3 with one RBI. Brendan Pierce (2014, Hingham, MA) went 1-3 with two RBIs for the Mudhens.
Team Elite Grey beat Fungo Red Sox.
7/2/2014
Team Elite Grey defeats the Fungo Red Sox 9-6. Terrance Norman (Kennesaw Mountain, Marietta, GA 2016) led the offense today for Team Elite Grey by going 2-3 for the game at the plate. Dontayas Boyd (Hopewell, Huntersville, NC 2014) led the Fungo Red Sox's offensive threat, he got on base three times in the game. He singled in the first and fifth innings. Team Elite Grey as a offense today had nine runs scored with eight hits.
Eli Stuart (East Hall, Lula, GA 2016) got it done on the mound today to get the victory. He allowed three runs over 2 2/3 innings with striking out three, walked three and surrendered two hits. Jaxon Smith (William Amos Hough, Cornelius, NC 2016) ended up on the wrong side of the decision with getting the loss. He allowed six runs in 2 1/3 innings, walked two and struck out one.
Suncoast Mizuno Prevails
7/2/2014
Suncoast Mizuno edged Columbus Web Ball by a score of 2-1. Suncoast Mizuno improved to 4-2-1 and Columbus Web Ball fell to 3-2-2. Jacob Sheldon (2014, North Port, FL) went 1-2 on the day and drew a bases loaded walk in the top of the 4th to tie the game at one apiece. Jordan Gurrerro (2014, Sarasota, FL) roped a single earlier in the inning. David Siegel (2016, Seminole, FL) and Brendan Lewellen (2015, Bradenton, FL) both had key hits in the top of the 6th to help the Suncoast take the lead.
Chase Diaz (2015, Parrish, FL) allowed no hits, one walk, and recorded three strikeouts in his 2.0 innings on the hill. Diaz had his fastball sitting at 82-84 mph and touched 85 mph.
Dominick Reyes (2015, Coral Gables, FL) had the lone RBI for Columbus Web Ball. Christopher Vinson (2015, Miami, FL) went 1-3 with a double.
East Cobb Astros beat 9 Stars Saints.
7/2/2014
The East Cobb Astros 18U defeat 9 Stars Saints after late game bases loaded walk, 4-2 victory. The East Cobb Astros 18U were led by Chase Smartt's (Charles Henderson, Troy, AL 2015, Troy) hitting. He went 2-2, drove in one and scored one run with double in third inning and single in the fifth inning. Harrison Morris (Opelika, Opelika, AL 2015) was the hot hitter for the 9 Stars Saints. He went 2-2 for the game and had one RBI.
Casey Lenoch (Home School, Newnan, GA 2014, Georgia Perimeter College) pitched lights out for the East Cobb Astros 18U. Nine Stars Saints manged just one hit off of the the East Cobb Astros 18U's pitcher. He allowed no earned runs, walked two and struck out five during his four innings of work. Michael Greene (South Paulding, Douglasville, GA 2014, Berry College) got the win for the East Cobb Astros. He pitched one inning and allowed one run. Gavin Livsey (Woodland, Cartersville, GA 2014) was the game's losing pitcher. He lasted just five innings, walked four, struck out four, and allowed four runs. Lenoch fastball range for the game was 80-83 mph. Greene fastball range for the game was 82-86 mph.
Donovan leads So Cal by Marlins Scout Team 5-4
7/2/2014
A pair of solo home runs, including a shot to send So Cal NTT ahead, came from the bat of Brendan Donovan (2015, Enterprise HS, AL) as they defeated Marlins Scout Team 5-4 to advance to the second round of the playoffs.
Donovan launched a solo shot in the 3rd and added the fateful blow in the 5th inning with a single as well. Brady Johnson (2014, Rehobeth HS, AL) doubled and singled, scoring once and driving in one while Troy commit Perez Knowles (2014, Rabun Gap Nacoochee HS, AL) singled and came in to score as well. Central Alabama CC commit Jeremiah Summerford (2014, Northview HS, AL) and Turner Vincent (2014, Northview HS, AL) each were credited with an RBI as they both drew a bases loaded walk to bring in a run.
Bradden Olive (2014, Northview HS, AL) threw five frames for So Cal, striking out four and allowing all four runs to the Marlins on eight hits and a pair of walks. The Central Alabama CC commit sat 79-81 mph with his fastball but threw almost as many 64-67 mph curves as he did heaters. Benjamin Wanger (2015, Belmont Hill HS, MA) added a pair of scoreless innings, striking out four as well with three hits and no walks or runs allowed. He sat 80-84 mph with his heater and also mixed in a 68-73 mph hook.
Hoftstra commit Vito Friscia (2015, Valley Stream Central HS, NY) was 4-4 for the Marlins Scout team, racking up three singles and a double, knocking in two and scoring once. Jacob Hughey (2014, Smithville HS, MS) added a double and scored and UAB commit Luke Eigsti (2015, Saguaro HS, AZ) brought in one with a single. Jose Caballero (2016, Redondo Union HS, Panama) also singled twice and scored a run.
Xavier Taylor (2015, Lee HS, AL) struck out three in five innings for the Marlins, allowing two runs on five hits and no walks. Both runs were homers by Donovan and Taylor touched 85 mph with his fastball. Zachary McLeod (2015, Greenway HS, AZ) worked his fastball as high as 89 mph, sitting 83-85 mph with a 79 mph curve and 76 mph change up in his two innings of work on the mound.
Brevard beat New Power Baseball.
7/2/2014
The Brevard Aces 18U drubs New Power Baseball, 10-2. Adam Rosenfield (Satellite, Senior, Satellite Beach, FL 2014, Florida Tech) boosted his batting average because he went perfect 2-2 day at the plate dish. Neil Sterling (Junipero Serra, Half Moon Bay, CA 2014, Utah) racked up two RBIs on two hits for New Power Baseball. He singled in the first inning and homered in the sixth inning. Brevard Aces as a offense today had ten runs scored and fourteen hits.
New Power Baseball couldn't get anything going as along as Ryan Lang (Merritt Island, Merritt Island, FL 2015) was on the bump. He just gave up two hits, allowed no earned runs, walked none and struck out two during his three innings of work. RJ Hanson (Junipero Serra, La Honda, CA 2014) took the loss for New Power Baseball. He lasted just two innings, walked none, struck out two, and allowed no runs. Hanson fastball range for the game was 83-85 mph. Lang fastball range for the game was 82-85 mph.
Tigers complete comeback to win, 3-2
7/2/2014
The NJ Tigers scored 2 runs in the top of the sixth-inning to overcome a 2-1 deficit and complete their comeback attempt against CageRat Baseball Blue to win, 3-2. Ryan Cerino (2014, Bordentown Reg HS, NJ) led the Tigers offensively. Cerino was 2-2 with a run scored. Isaiah Lewis (2015, Institue of Tech-Washington, NJ) collected NJ's only RBI of the game and finished 1-3 with a stolen base. Jordan Smith (2016, The Hun HS, NJ) and Nicolas Tekula (2014, Linden HS, NJ) scored the Tiger's other runs and recorded 1 hit each.
Matthew Million (2015, Florence Twp Memorial HS, NJ) pitched the final inning of the game to earn the win for the Tigers. He allowed 1 hit and struck out 2. Million averaged a fastball velocity of 81-84 mph and reached as high as 85 mph. Mike Smith (2015, McCorristin Catholic HS, NJ) started the game on the mound and struck out 6 batters over 5 innings.
Javon Yeakle (2015, Marion HS, IN) sparked CageRat's offense with a 2-3 game on the day. Yeakle also scored 1 run in the loss. Martin Dyrcz was 1-2 with 1 RBI and 1 run scored, as well. CageRat's other RBI was collected by Micah Pullins (2015, Grace Christian HS, IN).
Mizuno GA beat Over the Mountain.
7/2/2014
Mizuno Team GA Baseball Academy 17U Blue defeats Over the Mountain Baseball "Gold"9-6 victory. Gene Wood (Jackson Preparatory, Flowood, MS 2015) had two extra-base hits for Mizuno Team GA Baseball Academy 17U Blue. He tripled in the second inning and homered in the fourth inning. Mizuno Team GA Baseball Academy 17U Blue's Brandon, Gene, Nicholas, and Adam combined for seven hits and seven RBIs.
Rene Clark (Forsyth Central, Cumming, GA 2015) had an impressive outing against Over the Mountain Baseball "Gold"'s lineup. Over the Mountain Baseball "Gold" managed just one hit off of Clark. He allowed one earned run, walked one and struck out five during his 2 2/3 innings of work. Willingham took the loss for Over the Mountain Baseball "Gold". He allowed six runs in two-thirds of an inning, walked none and struck out none. Willingham fastball range for the game was 79-83 mph. Coggins fastball range for the game was 84-90 mph.
Comeback fails as Clarksville wins 10-6
7/2/2014
The Lakeland Legends of the Batters Box 17U scored 2 runs in the bottom of the seventh-inning on Wednesday, but fell short of a comeback against the Clarksville Orioles and lost 10-6. Clarksville was led on offense by Landon Mostellor (2015, Clarksville HS, TN) and Luke Veltri (2014, Northeast HS, TN), who drove in 3 runs each in the game. Mostellor finished the game 2-5 and Veltri was 3-4. Veltri also doubled and scored twice. Blake Kiely (2015, Rossview HS, TN) had a multi-hit game as well, going 2-5 in the game. Kiely scored a run and hit Clarksville's other double of the game.
Ben Bleyle (2014, Clarksville HS, TN) started the game on the mound for the Orioles and threw a complete game to earn the win. Bleyle struck out 4 batters in the game and reached 78 mph with his fastball.
Sayvon Cowans (2016, Freedom HS, FL) and Devin Sheppard (2015, King HS, FL) each recorded 2 hits in 2 at-bats to lead the Lakeland Legends offensively. Cowans also drove in 2 runs and Sheppard scored once. Brandon Howlett (2018, Lakeland Senior HS, FL), William Keith (2015, George W. Jenkins HS, FL), and Nick Leonard (2015, George W. Jenkins HS, FL) all hit doubles in the loss.
Grissom Baseball holds of comeback to win, 10-9
7/2/2014
Marquis Grissom Baseball held off an attempted comeback by the Bullpen Braves 17U in the top of the seventh-inning on Wednesday to win, 10-9. Jamel Campbell (2014, Mundy's Mill HS, GA), Matt Reed (2014, Westlake HS, GA), and Charles Jackson (2015, Woodward Academy, GA) were major run producers for Marquis Grissom Baseball, each driving in 2 runs in the game. Campbell finished 1-2 with a triple and Reed was 1-1 with a double. The other double was hit by Austin Adams (2015, Whitewater HS, GA). Khai Anderson (2015, Riverwood HS, GA) and Greg Bundrage (2015, Fayette County HS, GA) scored 2 runs each for the winners. Bundrage also knocked in 1 run in the game.
Lead-off hitter Josh Palmer (2016, Eagle's Landing HS, GA) paced the offense for the Bullpen Braves 17U, going 2-4 with 1 RBI. The team's other RBI was collected by Evan Youngbluth (2014, Union Grove HS, GA), who knocked in a run with a double. Kaleb Hood (2015, Union Grove HS, GA) and Luke Aragon (2015, Dutchtown HS, GA) were also catalysts for the Braves, scoring 2 runs each in the game.
Prime Cruise to 7-1 Victory
7/2/2014
Team Elite Prime cruised to a 7-1 win over the IYG Spiders behind an offense that knocked two home runs and six team hits. Bryce Denton (2015, Ravenwood HS, TN) and Isiah Gilliam (2015, Parkview HS, GA) both logged homers for Team Elite, with Denton knocking a two-run shot in the first to finish 1-3 with two RBIs and a run scored and Gilliam hitting a solo shot in the third to finish 1-2 with an RBI and two runs scored.
Austin Cox (2015, First Presbyterian Day HS, GA) took home the win for Team Elite Prime for his six innings on the mound. Cox allowed three hits and one earned run while walking two and striking out eight with a fastball averaging 81 mph and topping out at 85 mph.
Henry Peery (2015, Godwin HS, VA) is credited with the loss for the Spiders for his four innings on the mound, allowing four hits and seven runs, five earned, while walking five, striking out two and allowing both homers.
SCORE No-Hitter!!!
7/2/2014
David Castillo throws no-hitter as SCORE International 18U defeats the East Cobb Marlins 13-1. Matt Meyer (Bayside, Palm Bay, FL 2014, Campbell) racked up three RBIs on two hits for SCORE International 18U. Raudy Martinez (Faith Baptist Christian, Brandon, FL 2015) was also hot at the plate for the SCORE International 18U. He went 2-3 for the game with scoring two runs and had two RBIs. SCORE International 18U as a offense today had thirteen runs scored and seven hits.
David Castillo (Sunlake, Land O' Lakes, FL 2014) had the day of his life with throwing a no-hitter. No East Cobb Marlins batters were able to locate David's pitches during the game. He struck out five batters and walking one while on the mound. Wahid Ali lasted zero innings on the mound for the East Cobb Marlins before being taken out of the game. He allowed three hits and five runs. Ali fastball range for the game was 80-83 mph. Castillo fastball range for the game was 77-83 mph.
Mavericks roll to 13-1 win
7/2/2014
Mavericks Scout Team '15 rolled to a big win on Wednesday morning over the Lakes Area Dodgers, 13-1. Bret Huebner (2015, Cretin Derham Hall HS, MN) led the Mavericks offense on the day. Huebner smashed a grand slam home run for the winners. James Shepard (2015, Hammond HS, SC) also had a stellar day at the plate, going 2-2 with 1 RBI and 2 runs scored. In total, seven players collected at least 1 RBI for Mavericks Scout Team in the game.
Turner started the game on the mound for Mavericks and threw a complete game to earn the win. Over his 4 innings of work, Turner allowed 1 unearned run on 1 hit and struck out 7 batters.
John Rakowicz (2014, Lakeland HS, MI) collected the Dodgers only hit in the game and Kenneth Lorenger II (2013, Waterford Mott HS, MI) scored the team's only run.
Dodgers Rally, Win 7-6
7/2/2014
The Dulin Dodgers faced down a 6-0 deficit after the second inning and responded with seven unanswered runs, five in the fifth, to take the win 7-6 over OTC Baseball 18U. The Dodgers knocked in seven hits from five players and were led by Clay Casey (2014, DeSoto Central HS, TN) and Von Watson (2015, Briarcrest Christian HS, TN). Both players finished 2-4 at the plate with Casey picking up two RBIs and a double with Watson logging three runs scored, an RBI and a stolen base.
Hunter Hill (2015, Briarcrest Christian HS, TN) took home the win for the Dodgers for his four innings on the mound. Hill allowed no hits or runs while walking none, striking out two and finding the strike zone on 70 percent of his pitches.
Taylor Martin (2014, Community Christian HS, GA) is credited with the loss for OTC for his three innings on the mound. Martin allowed five hits and six runs, four earned, while walking four and striking out two.
Pitching leads East Cobb to 6-0 win
7/2/2014
The East Cobb Bulldogs 18U beat the BigStix Gamers 18U 6-0 on Wednesday morning behind strong pitching from three Bulldog players. East Cobb's pitching shutout the Gamers and held them to just 1 hit in the game. Michael Burlas (2014, Fellowship Christian HS, GA) started the game on the mound for East Cobb and pitched 4 innings, allowing 0 runs on 1 hit and striking out 4 to earn the win. Alex Krakau (2015, Blessed Trinity Catholic HS, GA) and Connor Soha (2015, Johnson Ferry Christian Academy, GA) covered the final 3 innings in relief. Krakau allowed 0 runs on 0 hits over his 2 innings of relief and struck out 2. Soha finished the final inning of the game and struck out the side.
Jacob Ramos (2015, Pope HS, GA) led the Bulldogs at the plate. Ramos collected 2 hits in 4 at-bats and scored a run. Dalton Millwood (2015, Woodstock HS, GA) provided the big hit of the game, slugging a 2-run double. Jackson Webb (2015, Fellowship Christian School, GA) and Will Galloway (2015, Blessed Trinity Catholic HS, GA) also hit doubles for the winners. Both players scored a run, as well.
Home runs power Banditos to 7-2 win
7/2/2014
The Georgia Banditos beat the McDonalds Bears on Wednesday morning 7-2 behind home runs from T.J. Waterbore (2014, Cherokee HS, GA) and Jeremy Howell (2013, East Paulding HS, GA). Waterbore finished the game 2-3 with a solo home run and a double. He also scored twice in the game. Howell was 2-3 with a home run, 3 RBI, and a run scored.
Nick Wise (2014, Alexander HS, GA) started the game on the mound for Georgia and threw a complete game to earn the win. Wise allowed 2 unearned runs on 5 hits, while striking out 11 batters. He showed great command of his 114 pitches, throwing 72% of them for strikes. Over the course of his outing, Wise's fastball averaged a velocity of 80-83 mph and topped out at 85 mph.
Daniel Gilbeau (2016, Catholic HS, LA) paced the Bears offense, going 1-3 with a double. Gilbeau also scored once and drove in a run.
Prospects beat Hitmen Elite.
7/2/2014
Prospects National Team cruises past Hitmen Elite, 7-0 victory. Henry Hausman (Ray, Corpus Christi, TX 2014, Cisco Junior College) put himself in scoring position with two extra-base hits for the Prospects National Team. He doubled in the second and fifth innings. Prospects National Team was sparked by Henry and Sterling, who teamed up for five hits and two RBIs.
Sterling Craig (Clark, San Antonio, TX 2014) was in control on the mound. Hitman Elite managed just one hit off of the Prospects National Team's pitcher. He allowed no earned runs, walked three and struck out eight during his four innings of work. Jayson Keenan (Whitman Hanson Regional, Whitman, MA 2016) couldn't get it done on the hill today for the Hitman Elite with taking the loss. He lasted just three innings, walked five, struck out and allowed four runs. Hausman fastball range for the game was 87-92 mph. Craig fastball range for the game was 84-87 mph.
East Cobb break tie to win 5-4
7/2/2014
The East Cobb Astros 16U broke a 4-4 tie in the bottom of the sixth-inning to win on Wednesday morning over the NOLA Monsters 17U, 5-4. Brenton Burgess (2015, Chamblee Charter HS, GA) ignited East Cobb's offense on the day, going 2-3 and scoring a run. Xzavion Curry (2016, Mays HS, GA) provided the game's big hit, slugging a 2-run double. Curry is currently the 196th ranked player in the 18U WWBA. Will Benson (2016, The Westminster Schools, GA) also hit a double for the Astros and Conor Davis (2016, Blessed Trinity Catholic HS, GA) scored 2 runs.
Taylor Gibson (2016, Foley HS, AL) pitched 2 innings in relief for East Cobb to earn the win. Gibson allowed 0 runs on 1 hit and struck out 4 in his relief appearance. He showed great command of his pitches by throwing 73% of them for strikes and averaged a fastball velocity of 80-82 mph.
Dreagen Bethel (2013, Walker HS, LA) started the game on the mound for the NOLA Monsters and showed off his strong arm. Over the course of his outing, Bethel averaged a fastball velocity of 85-86 mph and reached as high as 88 mph.
Bryce Tassin (2015, Walker HS, LA) had a great day at the plate for NOLA. Tassin finished 3-4 with 2 doubles and 1 RBI. He will continue his baseball career at Southeastern Louisiana University next season. Justin Ridgell (2015, Doyle HS, LA), Ben Barnes (2015, Doyle HS, LA), and Gage Lockwood (2014, Live Oak HS, LA) drove in 1 run and collected 1 hit each in the game.
Late Rally Gives Jayhawks Win
7/2/2014
The Denny Pritchett Jayhawks 18U needed a two-run rally in the sixth inning to take the win 4-3 over the Florida Burn 18U Navy with help from six fielding errors by the Burn. The Jayhawks knocked in eight runs from six players and were led by Joshua Tate (2014, West Forsyth HS, GA). Tate logged a 2-3 game at the plate with an RBI and a run scored.
Daniel McCrary (2014, New Lumpkin County HS, GA) took home the win for the Jayhawks for his two and two thirds innings on the mound. McCrary allowed two hits and no runs while walking none and striking out one with a fastball averaging 77 mph and topping out at 84 mph.
Jville Warriors vs. C. Baseball Academy
7/2/2014
The Jacksonville Warriors 18U defeated Centerfield Baseball Academy 3-0.
Evan Heffner (2014, Ponte Vedra, FL) was the winning pitcher in the contest. Heffner allowed just three hits, two walks, and struck out seven in his 6.0 innings of work. His 86 mph fastball has good arm side run and he flashed a late breaking 72 mph curve ball. Alex Kennell (2014, St. Johns, FL) pitched the final inning for the Warriors. Kennell struck out his first two hitters and forced his last hitter into a pop fly that ended the game.
Cameron Blaquiere (2014, Jacksonville, FL), Alex Collings (2014, Jacksonville, FL), Cody Boswell (2014, Jacksonville, FL), and Wyatt Petrey (2014, Jacksonville, F) all had hits for the Warriors.
Robert Cary Holloway (2015, Sharpsburg, GA) went 1-3 for Centerfield Baseball. From the infield, Holloway has good arm strength with a quick release. Richie Post (2016, Peachtree City, GA) went 1-3 with a double.
North Texas comes from behind to win 7-2
7/2/2014
The North Texas Beast overcame a 2-0 deficit to beat AP Baseball 7-2 on Wednesday morning. Tyler Hawk (2014, The Colony HS, TX), Fernando Ortiz (2014, Carlos Beltran Baseball Academy, AZ), and Samuel Warrum (2014, Newman Smith HS, TX) drove in 1 run each to pace the North Texas offense. Jose Colomer (2014, Lone Star HS, TX) was also 1-2 and scored twice for the winners.
Trevor Cheaney (2015, Muenster HS, TX) pitched the final 2 innings in relief to earn the win. Cheaney allowed 0 runs on 0 hits and struck out 3 batters. His fastball averaged a velocity of 78-80 mph and reached as high as 82 mph in his appearance.
Eaker led AP Baseball at the plate with a 2-3 game. Medina and Cullen Ellis drove in AP's only runs of the game. Those 2 runs were scored by Ivan Solisturon and Luke Christy.
Hits Abound in Stars Win
7/2/2014
The offenses shone in a game that saw both teams log double-digit hit counts as the Demarini Stars 18U topped the Angels Baseball Heaven 18U 6-5 in a back-and-forth affair. Nine players logged 14 team hits for the Stars and were led offensively by Shawn Courtney (2015, Annandale HS, VA) and Darren Prebble (2015, Dematha Catholic HS, MD). Courtney led the way with a perfect 3-3 game at the plate with an RBI and two runs scored as Prebble added in a 2-3 effort with two RBIs and a run scored with a double. The Angels' offense logged 12 hits from eight different batters and were led by a 2-3 game at the plate with two RBIs and a triple from Cameron McGuirk (2014, Celebration HS, FL).
The Stars bullpen dug deep to find some success on the mound as five players logged time on the mound with Jason Waldman (2015, Fairfax HS, VA) picking up the win for closing out the final one and two thirds innings. Waldman, a William & Mary commit, allowed two hits and no runs while walking none and striking out three.
NOLA Monsters cruise to 10-2 victory
7/2/2014
NOLA Monsters Baseball cruised to a 10-2 win on Wednesday morning over SEB 17U/18U White. NOLA gathered 10 hits on the day and received quality pitching to lead them to victory. Trevor Buster (2016, St. Paul's HS, LA) paced the offense with a 2-2 day at the plate. Buster drove 1 run and scored twice for the winners. Petyon Lacoste (2015, St. Paul's HS, LA) and Zack Tripp (2014, John Curtis Christian HS, LA) joined Buster in scoring 2 runs in the game. Lacoste and Tripp each collected 1 hit and drove in a run, as well. Jacob Caballero (2015, Ascension Catholic Interp HS, LA) was NOLA's main run producer on the day. Caballero drove in 4 runs and finished 1-2 in the win. Monster's only extra-base hit was collected by lead-off hitter Parker Morris (2015, Northshore HS, LA), who slugged a double.
Micheal Smith (2014, Pearl River HS, LA) started the game on the mound for NOLA and pitched 5.2 quality innings to earn the win. Smith allowed 2 runs on 3 hits, while striking out 5 batters. Over the course of his outing, Smith's fastball averaged a velocity of 77-81 mph and topped out at 82 mph.
Chance Rodriguez (2015, Apalachee HS, GA) led SEB on offense in the game. Rodriguez finished 2-2 with a double and 2 RBI. Conner Ewing (2015, Oconee County HS, GA) collected SEB's other hit in the game with a double.
Astros defeat Cardinals 7-2
7/2/2014
The East Cobb Astros 16U team defeated the GBSA Cardinals in this one 7-2. The Astros scored in four of their six offensive innings.
East Cobb starter Matthew Cole (2016, Kennesaw Mountain, GA) took the win on the mound as he threw five innings of two-run ball. He gave up six hits, walked four, and stuck out a batter. His fastball sat 79-83 mph and topped out at 85 mph. Cole Ganopulos threw two scoreless innings, struck out four, and his fastball ranged from 83-87 mph.
Saul Foreman (2015, The Westminster Schools, GA) hit two doubles, scored a run, and added an RBI. Kyle Wilkie () slapped two singles in this contest. Vanderbilt commit Reggie Pruitt (2015, Kennesaw Mountain, GA) hit an RBI single in the sixth and later scored.
Corderias Dorsey (2014, Cedar Grove, GA) gave up three earned runs over 4.2 innings of work. His fastball sat 86-88 mph. Malik Jones (2014, Chamblee Charter, GA) gave up three unearned runs over his 1.1 innings on the mound. His fastball sat 85-88 mph and topped out at 89 mph.
Gordon CC commit Jordan Carroll (2014, Langston Hughes, GA) went 2 for 3 with a triple and a run scored. Clark Atlanta University recruit Joseph Holmes (2013, Stephenson, GA) doubled, scored a run, and added an RBI. Pensacola State commit Isaac Nieves (2014, Arlington Country Day, FL) hit a double and drove in a run in another at-bat.
Titans Get Down and Get Back Up, Win 4-1
7/2/2014
The 212 A's 18U team got up early by scoring the first run, but after that it was all Titans 18U as they took the game 4-1. The Titans scored two runs in the fourth and the sixth inning.
Winning pitcher Dalton Isley (2015, Campbell, GA) threw a complete game seven innings and gave up just one run. He gave up six hits, one walk, and struck out six batters.
Ryan Wesley (2015, Whitefield Academy, GA) paced the Titans offensively as he hit a big homerun and a triple in this game. He drove in three runs and scored two runs. Georgia Highlands recruit Tristian Roberts (2014, Sequoyah, GA) doubled and scored a run.
A's starter Matthew Farmakis (2013, Northgate, GA) showed a smooth delivery and changed speeds well. His fastball sat 83-87 mph and he touched 89 mph. He gave up two runs over his five innings of work and struck out four batters. North Georgia College & State commit Taylor Turner (2014, Whitewater, GA) had a two-hit day. S Cruver ripped a doubled and scored a run for the A's.
Chi Town Cream Take Shutout Win
7/2/2014
The Chi Town Cream 18U put together a shutout win over Team Elite Black 6-0 behind a strong day of pitching. The Cream knocked in eight team hits from seven different players and were led by Top 500 player James Davison (2014, Morgan Park HS, IL), a Howard College commit, and his 2-3 game at the plate showing a line drive plane swing with quick bat speed.
Waltavis Tucker-Moore (2014, Clemente Community Academy, IL) took the win for the Chi Town Cream for his four innings on the mound. Tucker-Moore allowed four hits but no runs while walking three and striking out six with a fastball averaging 79 mph and topping out at 81 mph.
Will Simmons (2015, West Hall HS, GA) is credited with the loss for Team Elite for his four innings on the mound, allowing six hits and three runs, one earned, while walking one and striking out five. Simmons showed good command all around the plate with all his pitches and an effortless arm action with a smooth delivery on a fastball averaging 80 mph and topping out at 85 mph.
Tigers Shutout Stars Baseball
7/2/2014
The Tigers Sport Club Select defeated the Stars Baseball 17U Blue 4-0 in seven innings.
John Valente (2013, New Tochelle, NY) led the Tigers by crushing a solo home run in the game. Brenden Cuni (2013, New Rochelle, NY) joined in to help with a RBI single of his own. Dion Austrie (2014, Bedford Hills, NY) contributed a single that plated two runs. Josiah Gray (2013, New Rochelle, NY), Charles Costello (2015, Hastings on Hudson, NY), and Christian Pimentel (2014, Bronx, NY) each helped with a single of their own, and Costello and Gray touched home once.
Tyler McConway (2015, Purchase, NY) went most of the way for the Tigers with six innings under his belt. He let three hits fall without a run to score. He walked three batters but struck out eight opponents. He ran the gun up to 81 mph with his fastball. Eamonn Maher (2015, Hastings on Hudson, NY) came in the last inning to shut down the game. He let one hit fall during his time on the mound.
Hamel tried to light a spark for the Stars. He was pinned with three of the four hits for his team. He collected a double and two singles. Jack Overholt (2015, Oakton, VA) collected the last hit with a single.
Christian Leckert (2015, Fairfax, VA) went the complete game for the Stars. He scattered seven hits with only two of the four runs being earned. He walked a pair of batters and struck out six on his 83 mph fastball. He displayed a good curve that came with a good follow through.
Elev8 Routs Prospects
7/2/2014
Elev8 18U scored early and often, routing the PacWest Prospects 14-0 in four innings. Elev8 needed only seven hits from from six different players and was led offensively by Ariel Diaz (2015, Elev8 Sports Institute, FL). Diaz had a perfect game at the plate, finishing 2-2 with an RBI and three runs scored as Hector Morales (2015, Elev8 Sports Institute, FL) knocked in a two-run homer in the second to add a 1-3 game with three RBIs and two runs scored with a double play on defense.
Nick Vespi (2014, Santaluces Community HS, FL) took home the win for Elev8 for his two innings on the mound to start out the game. Vespi, a Palm Beach State recruit, allowed one hit and no runs while walking none, striking four and finding the strike zone on 77 percent of his pitches with a fastball averaging 82 mph and topping out at 84 mph.
Austin Feist (2015, Burns HS, OR) is credited with the loss for the Prospects for his three innings on the mound. Feist allowed four hits and eight runs, four earned, while walking six, striking out four and allowing the home run.
Columbus Chain Route BigStix Gamers 16U
7/2/2014
The Columbus Chain Baseball Dodgers defeated the BigStix Gamers 16U 7-0 in seven innings.
Dustin Hudmon (2015, Valley, AL) collected the most hits for the Dodgers with two, a single and a double. He was able to drive in a pair of RBIs too. Jake Socha (2015, LaGrange, GA) helped too with a two RBI single. Matt Thomely (2015, Newnan, GA) roped a RBI single. Brandon Bryan (2015, Salem, AL) and Chris Turner (2015, Newnan, GA) each tacked on a single and at least one run.
Thomely also came in to pitch five innings. He only let one hit fall without giving up a run. He did not walk a batter and struck out four while touching 83 mph with his fastball. Alex Gouon (2015, Marietta, GA) came in to toss an inning of work. He let a hit fall without a run to score. He did not walk a batter and struck out two. He maxed the gun out at 75 mph.
Kaufman helped with a pair of hits for the Gamers. Harris helped with a single to account for all the Gamers hits. Hellinger went 1.1 innings for his team. He did not allow a hit but let three runs score, with all being unearned. He walked one batter and struck out three. George also came in to pitch and went 3.2 innings. He scattered seven hits and let four runs score, with all being unearned too. He did not walk a batter and struck out four. He ran the gun up to 85 mph.
Banditos Rally Late, Win 6-5
7/2/2014
The Houston Banditos (Rodriguez) faced down a 5-0 deficit to the East Cobb Dodgers and responded with a late rally, scoring six runs in the bottom of the sixth to take the win 6-5. The Banditos made the most of four hits and several miscues on the defensive end during the rally. The Banditos logged three batters hit by the pitch, two walks, a defensive error from the Dodgers and a wild pitch that sparked the offense back into the game and eventually into the win.
Ryder Longion (2015, Kountze HS, TX) picked up the win for the Banditos for his four innings on the mound. Longion allowed no hits or runs while walking three and striking out two using a curveball more than his fastball and slider.
Tyrique Wilmore (2015, Peachtree Ridge HS, GA) took the loss for the Dodgers after allowing the rally of two hits and six runs in the sixth inning. Wilmore walked two and struck out none and was relieved after only 16 pitches.
Millwood Walks Off for EC Bulldogs
7/2/2014
The East Cobb Bulldogs 18U defeated the Georgia Banditos 4-3 in seven innings.
Dalton Millwood (2015, Holly Springs, GA) led the team in hits and came in the clutch to lead hit team with a pair of hits including the walk off single in the seventh. Cole Austin (2015, Acworth, GA) and Jackson Webb (2015, Roswell, GA) each contributed a hit with a RBI. Connor Soha (2015, Marietta, GA), Nick Sieverts (2015, Roswell, GA), and Braden Zarbnisky (2015, Marietta, GA) each connected with a single, and Zarbnisky and Sieverts each touched home twice in the game. Jake Wiley (2014, Alpharetta, GA) tossed four scoreless frames. He let three hits fall with a walk and striking out one.
T.J. Waterbore (2014, Canton, GA) led the Banditos with a pair of hits with a solo homer and a single. Nick Wise (2014, Douglasville, GA) also helped with his at bat before Waterbore to smash a solo homer to make it back to back homers in the seventh inning for the Banditos. Brent Alford (2014, Powder Springs, GA) contributed a RBI single to help his teammates in the last inning and to take the lead.
Dye went the complete game by scattering seven hits with four runs with all of the runs to be unearned. He walked five batters and struck out six. He throws easy with a loose arm action. He stayed tall on his backside while changing pitch speeds effectively. He ran the gun up to 82 mph.
Marlins Rally Late, Win 4-3
7/2/2014
The Chain Baseball Columbus Marlins needed two late runs to take down the Baseball Mentoring Program, Inc. 4-3 in six innings. The Marlins got help from three defensive errors from the Program and were led offensively by Stephen Sutton (2014, Riverwood HS, GA). Sutton led the Marlin offense to six team hits from five players with a 2-2 game at the plate with a stolen base. Greg Romo-Vaughn (2015, Jesuit HS, CA) sparked the Program's offense with a 2-4 game at the plate with a run scored and a stolen base.
Jesse Ford (2014, Central HS, GA) took home with win for the Marlins for his four and two thirds innings on the mound. Ford allowed two hits and no runs while walking four and striking out seven with a fastball averaging 84 mph and topping out at 87 mph.
Kale Leach (2015, Laguna Creek HS, CA) is credited with the loss for the Program for his one and two thirds innings on the mound. Leach allowed two hits and one earned run while walking three and striking out none with a fastball averaging 85 mph and topping out at 88 mph.
Campo Walks Off for Mudhens
7/2/2014
The Northeast Baseball Mudhens defeated the Gameface Elite 17U 3-2 in seven innings.
Joe Campo (2014, Milton, MA) came in the clutch with a sacrifice fly in the last inning to score the the game winning run when all tied at two. CJ Dandeneau (2014, North Smithfield, RI) led the team with a pair of base hits while scoring once. JT Pittman (2014, Ashland, MA) and Erik Ostberg (2014, Florence, MA) each helped with a hit and a RBI. Ryan McKenna (2015, Berwick, ME) connected with a triple and later scored for the team.
The first three hitters for Gameface Elite, Samuel Orjuela (2015, Buford, GA), Luke Stephenson (2015, Dacula, GA), and Chase Hunter (2015, Buford, GA), each tallied for a single each. Patrick Klein (2015, Winder, GA) helped with a pair of singles while scoring a RBI and a run. Mitchell Adams (2015, Buford, GA) and Luke Allen (2015, Winder, GA) each contributed a single.
Luis Vilchez (2015, Lawrenceville, GA) tossed 6.1 innings for Gameface. He allowed six hits with two earned runs. He walked a batter and struck out a pair.
Six Run Fifth Inning Sparks Big Win for Canes
7/2/2014
The Evoshield Canes North 17U defeated the Kalamazoo Maroons Prospect Team 17U 9-3 in seven innings.
The Radford commit, Matthew Roth (2015, Chesapeake, VA), led the surge in the fifth inning with a three run home run. James Monaghan (2015, La Plata, MD) helped with a two RBI single in the same inning. Chris Rabasco (2015, Allentown, PA) and Alex Abbey (2015, Chesapeake, VA) each helped with a RBI single, and Abbey touched home once in the game. Grant Maiorana (2015, Chesapeake, VA) connected with a triple while scoring twice. Austin Henry (2015, Virginia Beach, VA) and Michael Polansky (2015, Chesapeake, VA) helped with a double each while touching home once.
Christopher Mathews (2015, Chesapeake, VA) tossed the longest for the Canes by going three innings. He surrendered four hits with two runs. He walked a batter and struck out a pair. He ran the gun up to 84 mph with his fastball. Colby Higgerson (2015, Chesapeake, VA) showed some effectiveness in the lone inning he tossed, He let one hit fall without a run to score. He walked a lone batter and struck out all three outs. He maxed the gun out at 87 mph.
For Kalamazoo, Austin Thomas (2014, Kalamazoo, MI) drove a double in the gap while collecting a RBI. Evan Koning (2015, Kalamazoo, MI) and Mitchell VanSchoick (2015, Kalamazoo, MI) helped with a RBI single each.
Big Fourth Inning for DoubleDay Rockies
7/2/2014
The DoubleDay Rockies 18U defeated the Northeast Baseball Lookouts 7-6 in six innings.
The Crimson Tide commit, Alex Webb (2015, Columbia, TN), came in the clutch for the Rockies in the fourth inning to lead to the rally. He went a perfect 3-3 with a double and two singles. He drove in three RBIs in the game. Webb showed a fluid stroke with a good extension. He is a spray hitter that goes with the pitch. He hits to all parts of the field that comes with power potential. Gabe Howell (2016, Trion, GA) helped out with a pair of singles with a RBI and a run. Evan Mather (2015, Rome, GA) contributed two singles with two runs. Trey Leonard (2016, Rome, GA) and Brody Wofford (2015, Rome, GA) each roped a double in the game.
Stetson Scott (2015, Clayton, GA) picked up the win and went five innings. He scattered six hits with two earned runs. He walked a pair of batters and struck out four on his 80 mph fastball.
The leadoff hitter for the Lookouts, Ben Johnston (2015, Winchester, MA), started the rally by going 2-3 with a trio of runs. Josh Goulet (2015, Nashua, NH) helped out with a pair of hits being a double and a single. He also drove in a RBI and scored once. Kevin Dolan (2015, Littleton, MA) and Brad Saltsman (2015, Ayer, MA) each went 1-3 with a RBI and a run.
Fleischman Leads the Way For So Cal NTT
7/2/2014
So Cal NTT defeated the Traveler's Baseball 14-2 in four innings.
Chad Fleischman (2014, White Bear Lake, MN) led So Cal by going 2-3 with a triple and a single. He drove home four RBIs and scoring twice. The Furman commit, Stephen Skruck (2014, Marietta, GA), connected for a two RBI double while scoring three times. Perez Knowles (2014, Troy, AL) added with a triple that scored two RBIs and scored once. Brendan Donovan (2015, Enterprise, AL) showed patience at the plate by walking three times and scoring a run and while touching home three times.
Brady Johnson (2014, Dothan, AL) took the mound for So Cal NTT. He went all four innings and let us four hits and two runs. He walked a pair of batters and struck out three. He maxed the gun out at 85 mph with his fastball.
Joushia Mack (2014, Akron, OH) led the Travler's Baseball with a pair of base knocks and a run. Tyler Lienerth (2014, Grafton, OH) connected for a RBI single in the game. Mauro Conde (2016, San Juan, PR) helped with a single of his own and a run.
Amaro, Lester Help East Cobb Padres to 12-1 Win
7/2/2014
(Alec Dopp) - East Cobb Padres 18's defeated OC Xtreme Baseball Academy by a convincing 12-1 score Wednesday morning at Joe Cowen Park field, improving their record at the 2014 18u WWBA National Championship to 4-3-0 while dropping Xtreme to 3-3-1 at the Championship. Taking advantage of three errors while out-hitting OC 9-5, the Padres came out victorious in their final pool-play matchup with relative ease.
Alexander Amaro (2015, Cherokee HS, GA) doubled, scored once, drove in a pair of runners and drew one walk over his three plate appearances for the Padres, finishing with a 1-for-2 batting line. Chase Puckett (2013, Creekview HS, GA), a Reinhardt College commit, scored three times, walked twice, batted one run home and went 1-for-1 from the dish for East Cobb in the meantime.
Jordan Lester (2013, Hiram HS, GA), a Covenant College recruit, got the start and winning decision on the mound for East Cobb, logging five one-run innings in which he allowed five hits and three walks with two strikeouts. Lester's fastball sat 78-81 MPH in the outing and mixed in a 70-72 MPH curveball that helped him produce five swinging strikes over 81 total pitches.
Smith and Potlongo Lead Marlins to 9-0 Win
7/2/2014
The Marlins Scout Team defeated the Atlanta Dodgers 9-0 in five innings.
J'Mar Smith (2015, Meridian, MS) led the offensive surge for the Marlins by going 2-3 with a pair of singles while driving in three RBIs and scoring once. Tyler DeLucia (2015, Dix Hills, NY) helped with a pair of base knock with a RBI and two runs. Jacob Hughey (2014, Smithville, MS) added a RBI single while touching home twice. Hoard and Emiliano Manzano (2015, El Centro, CA) each connected with a single and scored once. Luke Eigsti (2015, Scottsdale, AZ) got pinned with two RBIs.
Potlongo tossed five scoreless innings without giving up a walk. He let four hits fall and struck out three batters. He ran the gun up to 81 mph with his fastball.
Tyrik Jones (2016, Lithonia, GA) tried to light a spark with a pair of base knocks, and Tyler Adams (2016, Auburn, GA) and Tyler Sylvester (2016, Lithonia, GA) added on a single each.
Louisuiana United beat East Cobb I.
7/2/2014
Louisiana United offense too much for the East Cobb Indians in 11-1 rout. Nick Lee (South Beaurgard, Longville, LA 2015) racked up two RBIs on two hits for Louisiana United. Jordan McClure (Sprayberry, Marietta, GA 2015) was the hot hitter for the East Cobb Indians. He went 1-1 for the game with scoring one run. Louisiana United as a offense for the game had eleven runs and eleven hits.
Evan Guillory (Jennings, Jennings, LA 2014, Louisiana-Lafayette) baffled the East Cobb Indians, striking out eight batters. He allowed no earned runs on four hits and no walks over four innings. Nate Lomax (Blessed Trinity Cath, Roswell, GA 2014) was the other pitcher for the East Cobb Indians. He tossed three innings worth, while giving up eight hits, nine runs, walking three, and striking out four. Guillory fastball range for the game was 89-93 mph.
Holton Powers Next Level Upperclass to Victory
7/2/2014
(Alec Dopp) - Next Level Upperclass defeated Chain Baseball Columbus Pirates by a 12-7 score Wednesday morning at Cartersville BB Complex, running its record at the 2014 18u WWBA National Championship to 7-0-0 while simultaneously dropping Chain Baseball to 4-3-0 at the Championship.
Tyler Holton (2015, Lincoln HS, FL), a Florida State commit, homered on his way to a 1-for-2 batting line for Next Level, while Andrew Toelken (2014, Clay HS, FL) tripled twice, scored three times, drove in two runs and churned out three quality at bats in the victory. Jay Robinson (2014, Florida State University School, FL) pitched two hit-less and score-less innings of relief for Upperclass, sitting 77-79 MPH with his fastball.
Chandler Taylor (2015, Alabama Christian Academy, AL) went 1-for-3 with a home run to lead Chain Baseball Columbus Pirates, while B.J. White (2014, Opelika HS, AL), a Chipola College recruit, doubled on his way to a 1-for-3 performace at the plate with a run batted in and run scored. Chandler Hyman's (2015, Walnut Grove HS, GA) fastball touched a team-high velocity of 82 MPH over his 2.1 innings of work.
Cleveland Goes Yard as Vipers Topple Mizuno
7/2/2014
(Alec Dopp) - North Alabama Vipers defeated Mizuno Team GA Baseball Academy 17u Red by a convincing 12-1 score Wednesday morning at Pinecrest Academy field, out-hitting Mizuno 17-4 in the contest while scoring multiple runs in each of their four innings en route to the decisive victory. The win improved North Alabama to 2-3-2 at the 2014 18u WWBA National Championship.
Lance Cleveland (2014, Cullman HS, AL), a Wallace State CC-Hanceville commit, provided a large chunk of the Vipers' offense in the win, going 3-for-4 with a fly-ball home run to right center on his way to driving in five runs and scoring twice. Listed at 6-foot-1, Cleveland showed a strong frame and ability to make very hard contact that produced balls jumping off the barrel of the bat.
Jordan Guthrie (2013, Cullman HS, AL) logged five innings of one-run ball as North Alabama's staring pitcher, striking out five batters, walking one and conceding four hits. Guthrie, a 6-foot-2, 200-pound southpaw, flashed arm-side run to his 82-84 MPH fastball and sat 70-74 MPH with his 14 curveballs, showing projectable stuff, an online delivery and short arm action from a 3/4 arm slot.
Joseph's Legs, Bat Help Jayhawks to Victory
7/2/2014
(Alec Dopp) - Denny Pritchett Jayhawks 17u defeated CageRat Baseball Grey by a decisive 12-3 score Wednesday morning at East Cobb Complex Field 3, more than doubling CageRate in hits (12-3) and taking advantage of two Grey errors en route to capturing the victory. The win improved the Jayhawks to 1-6-0 at the 2014 18u WWBA National Championship.
Max Joseph (2016, West Forsyth HS, GA) led the offensive charge behind Denny Prichett's first victory at the Championship, going 2-for-3 (both hits singles) with three stolen bases, three runs scored and a walk (with one strikeout) from the No. 3 spot in the order. Gavin Crimmins (2015, South Forsyth HS, GA) doubled and 3-for-4 from the plate in the victory, driving in three runs and scoring twice, while Chad Watkins (2016, Gilmer HS, GA) logged four shutout innings of four-strikeout ball with a fastball velocity of 79-81 MPH.
Zachary Hall (2014, Madison Central HS, KY) doubled twice, on his way to a 2-for-3 batting line for CageRat Baseball Grey, while Jonathon Streck (2015, Merrillville HS, IN) drove in two runs and went 1-for-3 from the dish with two quality at bats. Christian Smith (2015, Mount Vernon HS, IN) chipped in with a walk and two quality at bats.
Roadrunners beat Stars Baseball.
7/2/2014
Georgia Roadrunners 17U defeats Stars Baseball 17U Blue 6-1 victory. Brandt Stallings (Kings Ridge Christian, Buford, GA 2015, Georgia Tech) had two extra base hits, helping the Roadrunners get the victory. He homered in the second inning and doubled in the third inning. Georgia Roadrunners 17U was sparked by Eric Furphy (Lambert, Cumming, GA 2015, Georgia Southern) and Brandt. They both team up for four hits and three RBIs. Georgia Roodrunners as a offense today had six runs scored and eleven hits.
Stars Baseball 17U had no answer for the Connor Burns (Kings Ridge Christian, Cumming, GA 2015), who kept runners off the bases during his innings of work. Stars Baseball 17U only managed just two hits off of Burns. He allowed no earned runs, walked four and struck out five during his seven innings of work. Daniel Lachance (Centreville, Clifton, VA 2015) was the ace pitcher for the Stars Baseball 17U Blue. He tossed three innings worth while giving up five hits, two runs, walking one and striking out one. Burns fastball range for the game was 77-82 mph.
Torres Throws No-No as FTB Defeats Chain Black 1-0
7/2/2014
(Alec Dopp) - FTB Platinum edged Chain Black 18u by a slim 1-0 score Wednesday afternoon at Centennial High School field behind a no-hitter from starting pitcher Sixto Torres (2015, Arlington Country Day HS, FL), who impressed in a multitude of ways over his six innings of work. The win pushed FTB Platinum's record at the 2014 18u WWBA National Championship to 3-3-1 and sunk Chain Black to 4-3-0 at the event.
Torres, a 6-foot-6, 240-pound left hander from Jacksonville, Fla., fanned 11 hitters in the no-hitter, administering five walks with an equal amount of ground-ball outs (2) as air outs (2). His fastball touched 90 MPH and maintained a sitting velocity of 86-88 in the contest, mixing in 29 sliders (72-75 MPH) and 12 changeups (77-80 MPH), helping him produce -- get this -- 17 (17!) swinging strikes over 101 total pitches. He threw his off-speed offerings for strikes at an impressive 59.3% clip, additionally.
Austin Lieupo (2015, Valdosta HS, FL) pitched well as Chain Black's starter, too, punching out seven hitters over his six innings of work in which he conceded five hits, one earned run and two walks. Lieupo's fastball sat 78-81 MPH, throwing a healthy dose curveballs (70-72 MPH) despite registering only nine of 26 potential first-pitch strikes.
Samuel Duran (2015, Melbourne Senior HS, FL) went 2-for-3 with a run scored to lead FTB Platinum's lineup, including a game-high three stolen bases. Matthew Powell (2014, Treutlen HS, GA) and Lincoln Hewett (2015, North Hall HS, GA) each walked twice and strung together two quality at bats for Chain Black 18u.
So Cal beat Ohio Stealers.
7/2/2014
So Cal SKLZ/TROSKY cruises past Ohio Stealers, 6-0 victory. Herman Alvarado (Montgomery, San Diego, CA 2015) went perfect 2-2 for the So Cal SKLZ/TROSKY. Cody Martin (Ellet, Akron, OH 2013) was the hot hitter for the Ohio Stealers. He went 1-2 for the game. So Cal SKLZ/TROSKY as a offense today had six runs scored with six hits.
Isaac Vargas (Eastlake, Chula Vista, CA 2015) was in control on the mound. He held Ohio Stealers hitless over three innings, allowed no earned runs, walked none and struck out five. Tyler Hallam (Stow-Munroe Falls, stow, OH 2015) couldn't get it done on the mound for Ohio Stealers with getting the loss. He allowed six runs in six innings, walked four and struck out two. Vargas fastball range for the game was 78-80 mph.
Roadtrip defeat Alabama-Johnson 10-5
7/2/2014
Team Elite Roadtrip defeated Team Alabama-Johnson 10-5, thanks to a big seven-run sixth inning.
Bryce Evans (2014, Savannah Christian Prep, GA) went 1-2 for the Roadtrips, with a double, one run scored, a stolen base, and two RBIs. Tristan Goodro (2014, Long County HS, GA) also went 1-2 with a double and one run scored. Gage Patton (2014, Appling COunty HS, GA) and Ty Hobbs (2014, Ware County HS, GA) each contributed with a double in the game as well.
Ben Weaver (2015, Tift County HS, GA) pitched four innings of work, giving up two earned runs on one hit, and struck out two. He had a fastball that peaked at 80 mph, and mixed in a handful of off-speed pitches.
For Alabama-Johnson, Luke Hartman (2016, Mt. Brook HS, AL) went 1-2 at the plate, with one RBI. Wheeler Eastman (2017, Cullman HS, AL) went 1-3 in the game, with one run scored. Keegan Morrow (2016, Hewitt-Trussville HS, AL) showed off his speed by stealing three bases in the game.
Cruz, Rice Lift Blue Jays over Rawlings 10-2
7/2/2014
(Alec Dopp) - Atlanta Blue Jays defeated Rawlings Patriots by a convincing 10-2 mark Wednesday morning at North Atlanta High School field, improving their record at the 2014 18u WWBA National Championship to 4-2-1 while dropping Rawlings to 3-4-0 at the event. The Blue Jays were out-hit 7-8 in the contest, but capitalized off seven errors in six innings by the Patriots, helping them finish pool play with a decisive victory.
John Rice (2015, West Forsyth HS, GA) logged all six innings and got the winning decision on the mound as Atlanta's starting pitcher, conceding eight hits, four walks, two earned runs with two strikeouts. Rice, a 6-foot-2 right hander, sat 77-79 MPH with his fastball in the outing with one curveball -- his only non-fastball of the game -- at 67 MPH.
Blue Jays leadoff hitter Edgar Cruz (2016, Kennesaw, GA) doubled and went 2-for-4 from the plate, scoring one and driving in two more hitters from the dish. Chase Fullington (2015, Farragut HS, TN), a Cincinnati commit, tallied his own double of the contest en route to a 2-for-4 batting line with two runs scored for Atlanta, while Graham Rodgers (2015, New Caney HS, TN) doubled and scored once to lead Rawlings offensively.
Georgia Jackets 17U beat Northeast.
7/2/2014
Strong pitching leads Georgia 17U past Northeast Baseball Jaxx 4-0 victory. It was a good day at the plate for Georgia Jackets 17U's Grant Pfost (Seqouyah, Woodstock, GA 2014). He went 1-2 for the game and scored two runs with a single in the third inning. Troy Carhart (Minnechaug Reg, Wilbraham, MA 2015) was the hot hitter for the Northeast Baseball Jaxx. He went 1-2 for the game.
Evan Ezell (Sequoyah, Canton, GA 2014, Maryville College (Tennessee))held Northeast Baseball Jaxx scoreless for six innings to help them get the victory. Dario Vitaliano (Manchester Central, Manchester, NH 2015) was the game's losing pitcher for the Northeast Baseball Jaxx. He lasted just two innings, walked none, struck out none and allowed one run. Georgia Jackets 17U closer Tyler Koch put away the final three outs to get the save.
Indians and Pro Source end in 3-3 Tie
7/2/2014
The Illinois Indians and Pro Source 18U end in a 3-3 tie.
For the Indians, Braven Bacardi (2014, Lake Zurich HS, IL) went 1-3 at the plate, with one run scored and one RBI in the game. Cody Pazik (2014, Niles West HS, IL) went 1-3 as well with a triple, and one RBI.
Mathew DeLaVega (2014, Niles West HS, IL) pitched three innings of work on the mound, giving up one earned run, no hits, and struck out four. He had flashed an impressive fastball that topped out at 87 mph, and mixed a handful of off-speed pitches as well.
For Pro Source, leadoff hitter Josh Abalos (2015, Hebron HS, TX) went 1-3 with one run scored. Brandon Boyzuick (2014, Argyle HS, TX) went 1-2 with one RBI. Evan Fink (2015, Grapevine HS, TX) made an appearance on the mound, pitching 1.1 innings, and had a fastball that peaked at 82 mph.
6-run 2nd the Difference in Renegades Win
7/2/2014
ECB Renegades put together a six-run second inning to go on and defeat SBO-Florida by a score of 8-2.
Colby Matthews (2015, Cambridge, GA) went 2 for 3 with a run scored and two RBIs from the Renegades leadoff spot. Stephen Wechsler (2014, Riverside Military Academy, GA) went 2 for 3 with a run scored and a run batted in. Paul Anderson (2014, Glynn Academy, GA) went 2 for 3 with a double and a run. Julian Fitts (2015, Marietta, GA) went 2 for 3 with a double, a run scored, and an RBI. Austin New (2015, Heritage, GA) hit a two-run triple in the first inning to get the scoring going.
Wofford commit David Ehmen (2014, Northview, GA) pitched 5.1 innings of winning work. He gave up two runs on six hits and four walks. His fastball topped out at 82 mph and he recorded eight strikeouts.
Olmo Keith (2015, Puerto Rico, PR) hit a two-run single in the third inning for SBO-Florida. Adrian Perez (2015, Puerto Rico, PR) and Ulises Calderon (2015, Zion Lutheran Christian, FL) both had a two-hit game. Alabama State commit Kevin Lara (2014, International Baseball Academy, PR) showed good stuff in his five scoreless innings of work. He gave up only three hits and struck out three. He threw 64% of his pitches for strikes and didn't walk anyone. His fastball sat 79-84 mph and peaked at 85 mph.
Knights beat MVP Baseball Blue.
7/2/2014
Knights Baseball 18U National gets ten strikeouts from Will Neely (Hardin Valley, Knoxville, TN 2015), win 6-0 over MVP Baseball Blue. Gregory Lambert racked up two RBIs on two hits for Knights Baseball 18U National. Jack Blumenthal (Heritage Hall, Oklahoma City, OK 2015) was the hot hitter for the MVP Baseball Blue. Knights Baseball 18U National as a offense today had six runs scored with five hits.
Will Neely racked up ten strikeouts in the Knights Baseball 18U National win. Knights Baseball 18U National's pitcher tossed seven innings of shutout ball and allowed only three hits. Joseph Jennison (Monte Vista, Danville, CA 2015) ended up on the wrong side of the decision with getting the loss. He allowed six runs in three innings, walked four and struck out three. Jennison fastball range for the game was 82-84 mph. Neely fastball range for the game was 86-90 mph.
Team Elite 10-0 Winners Against Padres-Navy
7/2/2014
Team Elite 18U took it to the East Cobb Padres-Navy in a 10-0 blowout. They scored multiple times in three of their four offensive innings.
Austin Peay commit Imani Willis (2014, Campbell, GA) went a perfect 2 for 2 with a double and two runs scored on the day for Team Elite. Navy recruit Christian Hodge (2014, Winder-Barrow, GA) hit a double, scored a run, and added two RBIs. North Georgia College & State recruit Stephen Tomlinson (2014, Peachtree Ridge, GA) went 1 for 2 with one run scored and two runs batted in. Pensacola State commit Miles Fore (2014, Redan, GA) doubled and added two RBIs.
Winning pitcher Georgia Perimeter College recruit Brandon Etheridge (2014, Cass, GA) threw three scoreless innings, giving up no hits and four walks. He struck out an impressive eight hitters on a fastball that sat 81-85 mph and topped out at 87 mph. Ben Utley (2014, Mountain View, GA) threw a scoreless inning and struck out two hitters. His fastball sat 77-82 mph and peaked at 83 mph.
Jake Dotson threw 3.1 innings, faced 22 batters, and struck out two. He had the only hit on the offensive end as well.
San Diego Puts On A Show
7/2/2014
San Diego Show dominated in their 16-0 win over the Prospect Scout Team. In this shortened four inning game, they scored big in three innings and pounded out 14 hits.
Oregon commit Tim Susnara (2014, St Francis, CA) had an outstanding day at the plate. He hit a homer, tripled, scored two runs, and drove in seven runs on the day. David Hensley (2014, Patrick Henry, CA) scored twice and hit a solo homerun in the second. Palm Beach State commit Todd Isaacs Jr (2014, American Heritage, FL) went a perfect 4 for 4 with two runs scored and two RBIs. Oregon State commit Steven Kwan (2015, Washington, CA) went 3 for 3 with a double, two runs scored, and four RBIs. Dillon Paulson (2015, Santa Fe Christian Schools, CA) went 2 for 3 with a run scored and two runs batted in. California Lutheran University recruit Cheynne Giles (2014, Westview, CA) had a two-hit game and scored two runs.
Cooper Gallion's (2016, Redondo Union, CA) fastball ranged from 80-83 mph in his two scoreless innings. Southern California commit Drew Finley (2015, Rancho Bernardo, CA) struck out all three batters he faced with his 87-90 mph fastball. Pepperdine recruit Austin Bernard (2014, Valley Center, CA) gave up one hit over his scoreless inning of work. His fastball ranged from 86-88 mph.
Walt Williams (2016, Whitmer, OH) was the only Prospect hitter to get in the hit column.
Slayton Provides Spark for East Coast in Win
7/2/2014
East Coast Baseball Diamond edged out the Kalamazoo Maroons 3-1. Pitching was the key to East Coast's success in this game.
Jake Cook (2015, Oxford, AL) threw two scoreless innings, only giving up two hits and one walk. His fastball sat 79-84 mph, peaked at 85 mph, and he had two strikeouts. Cody Mills (2015, Sipsey Valley, AL) threw three scoreless innings and his fastball ranged from 80-84 mph. Rivers Dickerson (2015, Kosciusko Senior, MS) and Trey Urban (2015, St Benedict At Auburndale, TN) both topped out at 82 mph in their inning of work.
Tyler Slayton (2015, Paul W Bryant, AL) showed a solid hitting approach at the plate. He went 2 for 3 with a double and three runs scored. Trevor McKinley (2015, Dadeville, AL) went 2 for 2 with a double.
For the Maroons, Luke Schaefer (2015, Portage Central, MI) gave up two unearned runs over four innings of work. He struck out four batters on a fastball that topped out at 84 mph. Connor Glick (2014, Niles Senior, MI) hit an RBI single to center in the sixth inning. Wyatt Morrison (2015, Kalamazoo Central, MI) scored the run.
Siebert Drives in Game-Winner for Team DeMarini
7/2/2014
(Alec Dopp) - Team DeMarini GA 17u edged Central Alabama Nationals by a 3-2 score Wednesday morning at Mount Pisgah High School field. Facing a 2-1 deficit to start the seventh inning, RaeKwon Bennett (2015, Evans HS, GA) homered to pull DeMarini even -- a clutch hit that was promptly followed by Chris Siebert's (2015, Blessed Trinity Catholic HS, GA) ground ball single to left field that brought home the game-winning run for Team DeMarini, who improved to 1-3-3 at the 2014 18u WWBA National Championship.
Bennett, a 6-foot-2 right handed hitter, finished with a 1-for-3 batting line in the game for DeMarini, while Siebert concluded his final game of pool play with an identical 1-for-3 output. Jake Bogosian (2016, Blessed Trinity Catholic HS, GA) went 2-for-3 with a game-high three quality at bats from the middle of the order. Logan Cole (2015, South Forsyth HS, GA) showed life to the 83-85 MPH fastball he tossed over his two scoreless innings of relief for DeMarini.
Blake Schilleci (2015, Oak Mountain HS, AL) took the losing decision as Central Alabama's starting pitcher, but performed well -- allowing two earned runs, nine hits (including the home run) and no walks over his 6.1 innings. Schilleci, a 5-foot-10 left hander, pounded the zone (70.1% strike rate), showing good 10/4 break to his 61-64 MPH curveball with good follow through in his delivery, producing a 77-79 MPH on his fastball from a 3/4 arm slot. Logan Nix (2015, Walker HS, AL) doubled and went 2-for-3 to lead Alabama offensively.
Kinghts Baseball shutout Suncoast Select
7/2/2014
Knights Baseball 18U America shutout the Suncoast Select, 6-0.
Scott Ellis (2014, Goodpasture Christian, TN) pitched a complete game for the Knights, giving up just two hits, and struck out five in the game. He had a good, balanced delivery, and threw strikes well. He had a fastball that topped out at 81 mph, and mixed in a curveball and slider as his off-speed pitches.
At the plate, Curt Hoppe led the way going 2-3 at the plate with two doubles, one run scored, and one RBI. Johnathan Grainger (2014, Brentwood Academy, TN) also went 2-3 with one RBI. Grant Hawkins (2014, Oakland HS, TN) contributed with a double of his own in the game.
For thhe Select, Vito Tambasco (2015, Nature Coast Technical, FL) made an appearance on the mound, and flashed a fastball that topped out at 83 mph, and mixed in a handful of off-speed pitches.
Warducks edge by Bulls 7-6
7/2/2014
The Midwest Warducks grabbed seven late runs to grab the comeback victory over the Blue Chip Bulls, 7-6.
Leadoff hitter Hunter Steinmetz (2014, Parkview HS, MO) went 2-4 with one run scored and one RBI. Brady Welsh (2015, Marshfield HS, MO) went 1-3 with a double, one run scored, and two RBIs. Ryan Skalnik (2014, Verdigris HS, OK) also had a double of his own and finished 2-3 with one run scored and one RBI in the game. Kollyn Lawrence (2014, Glendale HS, MO) showed his speed with stealing two bases in the game.
Skalnik also pitched 1.2 innings of work, and flashed a fastball that topped out at 83 mph, and mixed in a handful of off-speed pitches.
For the Bulls, Jonah Witt (2015, J.L. Mann HS, SC) sparked the offense by going 2-3 with a homerun, two runs scored and one RBI. Leadoff hitter Tyler Miller (2014, T.L. Hanna HS, SC) went 2-3 as well, with one run scored and one RBI. Jake Crawford (2015, Belton Honea Path, SC) finished with a double and two RBIs.
Maybee, McGaha Toss No-Hitter for Banditos
7/2/2014
(Alec Dopp) - Houston Banditos (Atkinson) defeated MVP Baseball by a convincing 8-0 score Wednesday morning at Alpharetta Legion Field. Ryan Maybee (2015, Memorial HS, TX) and Bryan McGaha (2015, Cinco Ranch HS, TX) teamed up to throw a no-hitter over five innings for the Banditos, while Houston's offense went 11-for-23 at the plate, proving to be more than enough to come away with the victory. The win pushed Houston's record at the 2014 18u WWBA National Championship to 1-6-0.
Maybee got the start and winning decision as the Banditos' starting pitcher, walking three batters and striking out five of his four complete innings of work. The 6-foot-3 southpaw sat 74-75 MPH and 63-64 MPH with his fastball and curveball, respectively, helping him produce nine swinging strikes over 57 total pitches. McGaha came on to log one inning of relief for Maybee, striking out a batter, walking none and registering 76-77 MPH on the radar gun with his fastball, which accounted for all 11 of the pitches he threw in the outing.
David Molnar (2015, Cinco Ranch HS, TX) led the offensive charge behind Houston's 12 runs produced in the contest, going 2-for-3 with a double, three runs scored, two runs batted in and two quality at bats. Brannen Caraway (2015, Hallettsville HS, TX) chipped in with a 2-for-2 batting line with three runs batted in from the leadoff spot in the order, while Taylor Cox (2015, Katy HS, TX) generated a 3-for-3 performance -- all hits singles -- that included two runs scored.
Hounds Grab Two Late Runs to Win 2-1
7/2/2014
The Huntington Hounds defeated the GBSA Cardinals 2-1. The Hounds grabbed two runs in the bottom of the seventh inning to grab the victory.
Trey Dawson (2015, Hurricane HS, WV) a WVU commit, led the way for the Hounds, going 2-3 with one run scored. Seth Kinker (2014, Cabel Midland HS, WV) a Ohio State commit, and Tate Brock (2015, Hurricane HS, WV) a WVU commit, each contributed by going 1-2 in the game. Brock finished with a double. Colton Bonnett (2014, Robert C. Byrd HS, WV) went 1-3 with a homerun, one run scored, and two RBIs. Dalton and Kinker each showed off their speed by stealing a base a piece in the game.
Blake Lester (2015, Chesapeake HS, OH) pitched five innings of work, giving up just three hits, and struck out three. He had a fastball that averaged 81-84/84 mph, and mixed in a handful of off-speed pitches. Kinker also pitched two innings of work, and flashed a fastball that peaked at 88 mph.
For the Cardinals, Bryan Betts (2014, Stephenson HS, GA) pitched a complete game, giving up two earned runs on seven hits, and struck out five. He too showed an impressive fastball that topped out at 88 mph as well.
Louisville Slugger edges Lightening 3-2
7/2/2014
Team Elite Louisville Slugger edged by Lowcountry Lightening Baseball, 3-2. Slugger grabbed a late run in the bottom of the sixth inning, and held off the lightening in the top of the seventh to grab the win.
Patrick Watson (2015, Tift County HS, GA) led the way by going a perfect 2-2 in the game, with a homerun, double, one run scored, and three RBIs. Jared Meeks (2015, Collins Hill HS, GA) went 1-3 with a double of his own, and one run scored. Cole Baggett (2015, Winder-Barrow HS, GA) went 1-2 with one run scored as well.
On the mound, Baggett and Tyler Gaines (2015, Douglas County HS, GA) each made appearances on the mound, and displayed fastballs that topped out at 85 mph.
For the Lightening, Andrew Lee (2014, Wando HS, SC) went 2-3 with a double and two runs scored. Barrett Walton (2014, Wando HS, SC) went 1-2 with one run scored as well. Walton pitched a complete game for the Lightening, giving up three earned runs on six hits, and showed the ability to throw strikes with a fastball that peaked at 84 mph, while mixing in a handful of off-speed pitches.
Powermill Defeats Slammers 6-3
7/2/2014
Powermill 18U defeated the Strike One Slammers 6-3.
Collin Harvell (2014, North Florida Christian HS, FL) sparked the Powermill offense, going 2-2 with a triple, two runs scored, and one RBI. Andrew Faulkner (2014, Lincoln HS, FL) aalso went a perfect 2-2 at the plate, with a triple of his own, one run scored, and four RBIs in the game. Tristan Frazier (2015, Thomasville HS, GA) contributed by going 2-3 in the game.
For the Slammers, Tyler Breitbach (2015, North Paulding HS, GA) and Cooper Murphy (2014, Allatoona HS, GA) each went 1-3 in the game, with one run scored and one RBI. John Durrett (2014, Hiram HS, GA) provided to the offense, going 2-4. On the mound, Murphy pitched five innings of work, showing the ability to throw strikes and be around the plate with all of his pitches. His fastball topped out at 85 mph, and he mixed in good off-speed pitches.
Easton A's defeat GBA Spiked 9
7/2/2014
The Easton A's defeated the GBA Spiked 9, 9-3. The A's jumped out to a 4-0 lead after the fourth inning, and went on to the easy victory.
Kyle Stowers (2016, Christian HS, CA) went 2-3 in the game, with a double, and one run scored. Calvin Mitchell (2017, Rancho Bernardo HS, CA) also went 2-3 with a double, one run scored, and one RBI. Adam Storch (2017, Rancho Bernardo HS, CA) also contributed with a double of his own in the game. Grayson Rollins (2016, Del Norte HS, CA) pitched five complete innings, giving up one earned run on three hits, and struck out five.
For GBA, Hunter Joyner (2016, Forsyth Central HS, GA) went 2-3 with one run scored. Cameron Johnson (2014, West Hall HS, GA) went 1-3 with one run scored and one RBI in the game.
Titans Cruise to 11-4 Victory Over SEB
7/2/2014
The Titans 18U cruised to victory SEB 16U Black, 11-4. The Titans jumped out to an early 8-0 lead after the second inning, and went on to the easy win.
Dalton Delay (2015, Woodstock HS, GA) led the way for the Titans offense, going 2-4 with a triple, double, two runs scored, and two RBIs. Chandler Wold (2015, Creekview HS, GA) went 1-2 with two runs scored, one stolen base, and two RBIs. Tristan Roberts (2014, Sequoyah HS, GA) and Justin Russell (2015, Kell HS, GA) each went 1-1 in the game, with two RBIs a piece. Russell also finished with two runs scored.
On the mound, Glenn Panter (2014, Walton HS, GA) pitched four innings, of work, giving up two earned runs on six hits, and struck out three in the game. He had a fastball that topped out at 82 mph, and mixed in a handful of off-speed pitches.
For SEB Black, CJ Smith (2017, Homeschool, GA) 2-2 with a double, one run scored, and two RBIs. T. Gearin went 2-3 with a double in the game. G. Meade also contributed with a triple on the day.
Gold Glove Elite 18U Holds On to 2-1 Win
7/2/2014
Gold Glove Elite 18U held on to a one-run lead for the final two innings, and claimed a 2-1 victory over 643 DP Cougars 18U on Wednesday.
Wallace CC-Selma recruit Devan Harriman (2014, Escambia HS, FL) provided the only run batted in for Gold Glove, while Myles York (2014, Spanish Fort HS, AL) and Austin Brooks (2014, Pace HS, FL) scored the two runs. Brooks, Pensacola State commit Greg Rengel (2014, Pace HS, FL), and Nate Gilmore (2015, Choctawhatchee HS, FL) had two hits each in the victory.
Jefferson Davis CC signee Ryan Gauci (2014, Washington HS, FL) earned the victory for Gold Glove, allowing one unearned run over 4.2 innings. He had three strikeouts, and his fastball topped out at 82 mph. LB Wallace CC recruit Tyler Johnson (2014, Washington HS, FL) was awarded a save for pitching the final 2.1 innings without allowing a run. He allowed just one hit, and his fastball reached 77 mph.
The lone run for the Cougars was scored by Kenta Yasuda (2014, The Westminster Schools, GA). Christopher Newport University commit Harrison Siegal (2014, Pope HS, GA) had two hits to lead the team, with Presbyterian commit Jack McLaughlin (2014, Greater Atlanta Christian School, GA), Alex Garland (2014, Hillgrove HS, GA), and Chase Burks (2014, Walton HS, GA) adding one each.
Darton College signee Rabon Martin (2014, North Cobb Christian School) took a complete game loss on the mound. He allowed one earned run on eight hits, and struck out six hitters. His fastball peaked at 85 mph.
Four-run Sixth Lifts Naturals to 6-1 Victory
7/2/2014
Naturals Florida made the most of just five hits, and a four-run sixth inning, as they went on to defeat 212 A's 18U, 6-1.
Leadoff hitter Eric Schulte (2015, Vero Beach HS, FL) led the way for the Naturals' offense, going 2-3 with one run scored and one RBI in the game. James F. also provided a spark for the offense, going 1-3 with a triple, one run scored and one RBI on the day. Damon Roberts went 1-2 with one run scored and two RBIs.
Joseph Paremske (2014, Estero HS, FL) pitched a complete game, giving up one earned run on six hits, and struck out one. He had a fastball that topped out at 78 mph, and mixed in a curveball, slider and changeup as his off-speed pitches.
For 212, Ryan Avidano (2014, Stars Mill HS, GA) a Georgia commit, went 2-3 at the plate. Kain English (2016, Pike County HS, GA) went 1-2 with one run scored. Kurt Cox (2014, Pike County HS, GA) contributed with a double, and a 1-3 performance, with one RBI. Jake Wilkinson (2014, Whitewater HS, GA) made an appearance on the mound, and flashed a fastball that peaked at 84 mph.
Grand Slam Bluerocks Roll to Victory
7/2/2014
Grand Slam Bluerocks scored seven runs in the top of the first inning, and rolled to an 11-1 victory over 212 Foundation Sports A’s 17’s on Wednesday.
Connor Lafferty (2014, Notre Dame HS, PA) led the Bluerocks with two runs batted in, while six other players drove in a run a piece. Lafferty and Don Walsh (2014, Notre Dame HS, NJ) each had two hits and two runs scored, both team-highs. Walsh and Ryan Atkinson (2014, Hamburg Area HS, PA) each added a double in the victory.
Joseph Cominsky (2014, Hamburg Area HS, PA) tossed a complete game, allowing just one run on four hits over five innings. He struck out two hitters, and his fastball topped out at 81 mph.
Jabari Richards (2015, Whitewater HS, GA) drove in the lone run for the A’s, a run that was scored by Jackson Moseley (2016, Spalding HS, GA). Richards, Moseley, Angelo Rivera (2015, Northgate HS, GA), and Stephon Cruver (2015, East Coweta HS, GA) had the hits in the losing effort.
Taylor Wilkes Throws Three Inning Perfecto
7/2/2014
Taylor Wilkes (2016, Jefferson HS, GA) did not allow a hit over the game’s three innings, and SEB 17U Black rolled to a 16-0 victory over Alabama Bandits.
Wilkes tossed a perfect game, retiring all nine hitters he faced. He struck out five of those nine hitters, and his fastball topped out at 87 mph in his win.
Grant had a huge game for SEB, driving in five runs with two hits and a run scored. Avery Kenyon (2015, North Gwinnett HS, GA) added three runs batted in, and Stetson Gearin (2015, White County HS, GA) drove in two. Gearin, Grant, and Will Dunavant (2015, Lambert HS, GA) added two hits, and Gearin had a team-high three runs scored while four other players scored two runs each.
Upstate Mavericks Win 1-0 Pitcher's Duel
7/2/2014
Upstate Mavericks needed just three hits to claim victory, defeating Clarksville Orioles Black, 1-0, on Wednesday.
Robert Westenrieder (2014, Blue Ridge HS, SC) worked a complete game for the Mavericks, allowing six hits and one walk. He struck out ten hitters over 108 pitches, and his fastball topped out at 83 mph.
The winning run was driven in by Kijana Madden (2014, Hillcrest HS, SC), and was scored by Lake Sumter CC commit Mason McClellan (2014, Union Grove HS, GA). Madden also had two of the team’s hits, with Northwestern Wildcat recruit Connor Lind (2014, TC Roberson HS, NC) adding the third.
Jake Roberson (2015, Springfield HS, TN) also worked a complete game. He allowed one unearned run on three hits, and struck out nine hitters over 109 pitches. His fastball peaked at 79 mph.
Nate Harris (2015, Northeast HS, TN) had the lone extra-base hit for the Orioles, a double. Five other players had one hit each in the loss.
Nelson Rolls to Sixth Win
7/2/2014
Nelson Baseball School 18s surrendered the first two runs of the game, but scored the final ten, claiming a 10-2 victory over Georgia Aces at LakePoint Field on Wednesday.
Johns Hopkins commit Alex Darwiche (2014, Kennesaw Mountain HS, GA) led Nelson with three runs batted in and one hit. Four other players — Georgia Perimeter signee Bryan Quillens (2014, Pebblebrook HS, GA), Georgia Highlands recruit Jake Swan (2014, Etowah HS, GA), Kennesaw State signee William Campbell (2014, Etowah HS, GA), and Penn recruit John Alan Kendrick (2015, Calhoun HS, GA) — each added one run batted in. Campbell had a game-high two hits and two runs, while James Pittinger (2015, Walker HS, GA) also scored two runs in the team’s victory.
Kennesaw State commit Zack Chandler (2014, Kennesaw Mountain HS, GA) came on with no outs in the first inning as a reliever, and was perfect over five innings. He struck out three hitters, and his fastball topped out at 85 mph.
Andrew Giles (2015, Dominion Christian School, GA) had the only run batted in for the Aces, and Andrew Eiswerth (2016, North Cobb HS, GA) and Harrison Jones (2016, North Paulding HS, GA) had the runs scored. Giles also had the lone hit.
Sandlot Never Trails in 9-2 Victory
7/2/2014
Sandlot scored three runs in the first inning, and never looked back in a 9-2 victory over Prospects Baseball on Wednesday.
Eastern Oklahoma State College recruit Houston Glad (2015, Tahlequah HS, OK) led the run production for Sandlot, driving in two runs. He also led the team with two hits, and was one of nine players to score one run. Also driving in one run for Sandlot were Northeastern Oklahoma A&M commit Luke Preaus (2014, Metro Christian Academy, OK), Connor Crutchfield (2014, Collinsville HS, OK), Garrett Hall (2014, Owasso HS, OK), and Labette CC commit Logan Gipson (2014, Bixby HS, OK).
Sam Kraybill (2014, Stillwater HS, OK) earned the victory for Sandlot on the mound, allowing just two runs on three hits over four innings. He struck out one, and his fastball topped out at 85 mph.
Dexter Padgett (2014, Cherokee HS, GA) drove in both Prospects runs, scoring Macen Bailey (2015, Cherokee HS, GA) and Sam McWhorter (2015, Wesleyan HS, GA). Padgett, Bailey, LaGrange College commit Grant Perry (2014, Peach County HS, GA) and Dakota Long (2014, Tattnall Square Academy, GA) each had one hit in the losing effort.
Mason Fryman Throws One-Hitter in Win
7/2/2014
Mason Fryman (2014, Tate HS, FL) tossed a complete game one-hitter, and East Coast Baseball Elite claimed a 2-0 victory over Cincinnati Riverbats National Team on Wednesday.
Fryman struck out six hitters in his seven innings, and walked just one. His fastball topped out at 84 mph.
Southeastern Louisiana commit Drew Avans (2014, Thompson HS, AL) and Mississippi State signee Cole Gordon (2014, Steinbrenner HS, FL) drove in the two East Coast runs, which were both scored by Northwest Mississippi CC commit Jamell Newson (2014, Magnolia Heights HS, MS). Mississippi commit Dallas Woolfork (2015, DeSoto Central HS, MS) and Will Craft (2015, Hernando HS, MS) each added one hit in the win.
Ryan Fox (2014, Centerville HS, OH) fired a complete game for the RIverbats, allowing two runs on six hits over six innings.He struck out four, didn’t walk any, and his fastball peaked at 87 mph.
The lone Riverbats hit was a single recorded by Drew Dietz (2014, Ross HS, OH).
Three Hit Shutout in DeMarini Stars Victory
7/1/2014
The DeMarini Stars 18U defeated the East Cobb Twins 5-0 in seven innings.
The Stars offense tallied for ten hits with ten different players connecting with a hit each. Mason Scoville (2015, Centreville, VA) and Grant Bain (2015, Chantilly, VA) produced in the lineup with each tacking on a hit, a RBI, and a run. Scoville connected with a double, and Blain muscled a solo homer in the game. Shawn Courtney (2015, Annandale, VA) helped with a RBI single. Matthew Blaise (2015, Centreville, VA), Grant Huckstein (2015, Manassas, VA), and Jason Waldman (2015, Centreville, VA) each tallied a single and a run to end the game.
Chris Farrell (2015, Great Falls, VA) tossed a pair of innings while only allowing one hit and no runs. He walked one batter and struck out three batters on his 89 mph fastball. Matt Hogle (2015, Chantilly, VA) pitched the longest by going three innings. He let two hits fall without a run to score. He walked one batter and struck out a pair. He ran the gun up to 82 mph with his fastball.
Emanuel Long-Hesse (2015, Norcross, GA) connected for the only extra base knock for the Twins with a double. Jacob Gassert (2015, Peachtree Conrners, GA) and Joe Charron (2015, Atlanta, GA) each added a single each. Travis Block (2015, Atlanta, GA) tossed the complete game. He scattered ten hits with five runs. He walked two batters and struck out five batters while on the mound, He maxed the gun out at 82 mph with his fastball.
USA Hawks and OTC Baseball End in 7-4 Shootout
7/1/2014
The USA Hawks defeated the OTC Baseball 18U 7-4 in seven innings.
CJ Sager (2015, Mahopac, NY) led the Hawks with a trio of hits being all singles. John Reda (2015, Mahopac, NY) showed his gap to gap power by going 2-4 with a double and a triple while driving in a RBI and scoring once. Frank Vesuvio (2016, Armonk, NY) showed his power by going yard with a solo homer. James Morzillo (2015, Somers, NY) contributed a pair of singles while collecting one RBI, and Kendell Luquis (2016, Cortlandt Manor, NY) helped with a RBI single and a pair of runs.
For OTC Baseball, Michael Warren (2014, Stockbridge, GA) led the surge by going 3-4 with all his hits being single and tacking on a RBI and a run. Gerald Carter (2015, McDonough, GA) connected with a pair of hits while scoring once. Sage Holderfield (2014, Forsyth, GA) roped a RBI triple in the game, and Jamal Devine (2015, Decatur, GA) helped with a RBI single and a run.
Linden Gives Monsters Small 2-1 Win
7/1/2014
The NOLA Monsters Baseball defeated the Kalamazoo Maroons 2-1 in seven innings.
Austin Linden (2014, Gretna, LA) led the team and scored all the runs for the Monsters. He came in the clutch by going 2-2 with a double and a home run while driving in two RBIs. Tramone McNeal (2016, Saucier, MS) also went a perfect 2-2 with a pair of singles. Tyler Pigott (2015, Springfield, LA) tossed a run less frame for the Monsters. He did not allow a hit, walk, or run while on the bump. He was able to strike out one while touching 84 mph with his fastball. Joshua Danna (2016, Denham Springs, LA) lasted the longest by going 3.1 innings. He let a pair of hits fall without a run to score or a walk given up. He was able to strike out two batters while touching 79 mph. Blaine Parker (2015, Baton Rouge, LA) looked impressive through 1.2 innings, giving up just 2 hits while tallying 4 strikeouts. He sat 83-84 mph and touched 86 mph.
Connor Glick (2014, Kalamazoo, MI) tried to light a spark in the Maroons offense. He went a perfect 3-3 with a double and two singles. He also drove in the lone run for the team Wyatt Morrison (2015, Kalamazoo, MI) roped a single and was the run Glick drove in. Tate Brawley (2014, Niles, MI) tossed the complete game for his team. He went 5.2 innings with five hits given up and a pair of runs to score. He did not walk a batter and struck out three on his 84 mph fastball.
Late Rally Gives Braves 6-5 Win
6/30/2014
The Bullpen Braves 17U needed a late rally to get by the Team Elite Grey and advance into the second round of the playoffs. The Braves faced down a 5-2 deficit going into the bottom of the sixth and responded with four runs to take the lead and the game. Justin Roberson (2015, Heritage HS, GA) led the Braves offense with a 2-3 game at the plate and a double play on the defensive end. Team Elite logged six hits with half going for extra bases.
Jake Burch (2015, Ola HS, GA) picked up the win for the Braves for his two and two thirds innings on the mound to close out the game. Burch allowed no hits or runs while walking one and striking out one.
Harris White (2016, Auburn HS, AL) took the loss for Team Elite Grey for his one inning on the mound. White allowed the rally of three hits and four runs, all earned, while walking two and striking out one.
Reynolds Mows Down Team Elite Louisville Sluggers
7/1/2014
So Cal NTT defeated Team Elite Louisville Slugger 4-0 in seven innings.
Austin Reynolds (2014, Smyrna, TN) took the mound and mowed down 11 batters on the Team Elite Louisville Sluggers offense. He went the complete game while surrendering only four hits. He did not allow a run and walked three opponents. He packs a late breaking curve ball that he has good command of. He also comes with an arm side run on his fastball that can single. He ran the gun up to 87 mph with his fastball.
Turner Vincent (2014, Dotham, AL) led the offensive surge for So Cal NTT. He raked up a pair of hits with a double and a single. He was able to drive in a run and score once. James Sfiligoj (2015, Cypress, CA) helped with a RBI single, and Andrew Riverjoy (2015, Chino Hills, CA) roped a double in the game. Jack Mattson (2015, Chanhassen, MN) contributed a base knock along with Brendan Donovan (2015, Enterprise, AL).
The Offense for Team Elite Louisville Sluggers could only muster up four base hits with all being singles. Kenneth Syphoe (2015, Lilburn, GA) took the mound and went most of the game, six innings. He scattered seven hits with all four runs to score on him. He walked a pair of batters and struck out five. He has good command of his change that sinks. He pitches from the over top arm angle. He ran his fastball up to 83 mph.
Banditos Move Past Suncoast Select
7/1/2014
The Georgia Banditos defeated the Suncoast Select 9-3 in seven innings.
The leadoff batter for the Banditos, Nolan Greckel (2014, Acworth, GA), had an explosive day at the plate by going a perfect 3-3 with a home run shy of the cycle. He was able to plate to RBIs and score twice. Nick Wise (2014, Douglasville, GA) joined in with a pair of hits with a double and a single. He also drove in two RBIs and scored once. Eli Sepnieski (2014, Kennesaw, GA) connected with a two RBI single and later scored. Chase Suddeth (2015, Powder Springs, GA) contributed another RBI double.
The Hawaii commit, Jordan Baker (2014, Powder Springs, GA), picked up the win and went four innings. He scattered six hits with two runs under his belt. He walked a batter and struck out seven opponents. He showed control of both sides of the plate. He threw easy while changing speeds and attacking hitters. He rant eh gun up to 86 mph with his fastball.
Zach Howard (2014, Lutz, FL) and Jonathon Brosher (2015, Spring Hill, FL) led a comeback attempt with each getting a pair of hits. Robbie Hanlon (2014, Dade City, FL) and Turner Imhoff (2014, Dade City, FL) each connoted with a double, and Imhoff came in the clutch to plate a run.
Yankees Move On Past Hitmen 14-0
7/1/2014
The East Cobb Yankees defeated the Hitmen Elite 14-0 in four innings.
For the Yankees, Ryan McClendon (2014, Duluth, GA) led the team by going a perfect 3-3 and showing his power with a home run and two singles. Logan Moody (2015, LaGrange, GA) also led the team by showing his gap to gap power by corralling a triple, double, and a single. while plating three RBIs and scoring twice. Matt Mixon (2014, Acworth, GA) contributed two singles that drove in two runs while touching home once. Wade Bailey (2014, Villa Rica, GA) jumped in with a triple that scored two runs and touching home once. Keyton Gibson (2015, Buford, GA) connected with a base knock while plating two RBIs.
The Clemson commit, Jake Higginbotham (2015, Cumming,GA), took the mound by going three innings. He let the lone hit fall without a run to score. He did not allow a walk and struck out six batters. He was able to run the gun up to 89 mph. He has a medium and athletic frame that is lean and wiry. He showed good command of his pitches while setting up hitters constantly to keep hitters off balance. He has arm side run on his fastball, and he also mixed in a curve ball that came with late and tight break. The Tulane commit, Tyler Heinrichs (2015, Marietta, GA), joined in the last inning. He did not surrender a hit and let one walk occur. He was able to strike out the three outs in the fourth. He maxed out the gun at 90 mph with his fastball.
Col. Chain Dodgers vs. CageRat Baseball Grey
7/1/2014
The Columbus Chain Baseball Dodgers defeated CageRat Baseball Grey 10-2 Tuesday at Woodland High School. The Dodgers improved to 4-2, while the CageRat squad fell to 0-6. Cody Tait (2015, Loganville, GA) went 1-2 with two RBIs for the Dodgers. Tait also demonstrated great speed in the contest as he recorded three stolen bases. Cody Griffin (2015, Grantville, GA) Jake Socha (2015, LaGrange, GA), and Dustin Hudmon (2015, Valley, AL) also had RBIs for the Dodgers.
Andrew Robinson (2015, Monroe, GA) retired three CageRat batters in his 1.2 innings of work. Robinson had his fastball max out at 80 mph.
Colton Messina (2015, Erie, PA) went 1-2 with a RBI in the loss.
Chair's homers in win
7/1/2014
Harry Chairs Jr. (2014, John Curtis Christian, LA) hit a two-run jack for Louisiana United in their 6-2 win over Michigan Red Sox. Lead-off hitter Antonio Culotta (2015, Ovey Comeaux, LA) went 2 for 2 and came around to touch home plate twice. Taylor Braley (2014, Oak Grove, MS) also had two singles and an RBI in the win. Chris Guerin threw four innings and fanned five. He allowed two hits and three walks. Zack Robichaux (2014, New Iberia Senior, LA pitched and inning and his heater was in the high 80's and topped out at 88 mph. Josh Green (2014, Parkview Baptist, LA) finished the last two innings by striking out three and walking one.
Malik Brown (2015, Birmingham Groves, MI) singled in one of the Red Sox's runs in the loss. Reed Powers (2014, Ernest W. Seaholm) hit a double.
Chabut drives in five in win
7/1/2014
In a high scoring game, Team Elite Prime came up on top of East Cobb Marlins. David Chabut (2015, Loganville, GA) went 3 for 3 with a double and five RBI's. Daino Deas (2015, Parkview, GA), who has committed to Auburn, tripled in a run in the 18-11 win. Iam Kimbrell (2015, Lambert, GA) also hit a triple and drove in two runs. Cade Sorrells (2015, George Walton, GA) who is in the top 500, helped out with a single and two RBI's. Ryne Inman pitched two innings and struck out six. His heater was in the mid 80's and it touched 88 mph.
Tyrus Asberry (2014, North Atlanta, GA) led the Marlins with two hits including a homer and four RBI's. Russ McGlamry (2014, Sequoyah, GA) pitched in with two singles and drove in two. Wahid Ali went 2 for 4 with a triple and two RBI's.
Nelson holds on
7/1/2014
San Diego Show tried to come back but Nelson Baseball School 18's held off and beat them 5-4. Bryan Quillens (2014, Pebblebrook, GA) pitched two solid innings. He struck out three and allowed two hits. His fastball was in the high 80's and it touched 90 mph. Will White (2014, Walton, GA) came in and threw five innings. He fanned four and walked one. William Campbell (2014, Etowah, GA) led the offense with a three-run home run. Ryley Gilliam (2015, Kennesaw Mountain, GA) singled in a run.
Oregon State commit Steven Kwan (2015, Washington, CA) led the offense with three singles and came around to touch home plate twice. Austin Bernard (2014, Valley Center, CA) also had three hits including a double and two RBI's. David Hensley (2014, Patrick Henry, CA) doubled in two runs. Top ranked Tim Susnara (2014, St. Francis, CA) threw five solid innings and struck out three. He had an impressive fastball that reached 91 mph.
Bears Take Out BigStix 18U 4-1
7/1/2014
The McDonalds Bears defeated the BigStix Gamers 18U 4-1 in six innings.
Josh Smith (2016, Greenwell Springs, LA) led the Bears by going 2-3 with a double and a single. He was able to touch home once in the game. Mason Rodriguez roped a double and scored twice. Bo Brach (2015, Baton Rouge, LA) came in the clutch with a RBI single. Charles Soileau (2015, Baton Rouge, LA) got pinned with a RBI and a run. Bradley Thorton (2015, Baton Rouge, LA) tossed three very strong innings. He did not allow a hit, walk, or a run for the opposition. He struck out three batters on his 81 mph fastball.
D England led the Gamers with a pair of singles for his team. B Jenkins helped with a single and a run.
SEB White Wins Big
7/1/2014
SEB 17U/18U White rolled the IYG Spiders by a score of 15-3 in four innings. SEB improved their record to 3-3, while the Spiders dropped to 1-5. Javier Lopez (2015, Lawrenceville, GA) went 2-2 with two RBIs and scored three runs for SEB. Austin Leazer (2015, Bethlehem, GA) also went 2-2 with two RBIs. Walker McGraw (2015, Suwannee, GA) struck out three in 4.0 innings of work.
Winston Frick (2015, Glen Allen, VA) and Ben Reid (2015, Midlothian, VA) led the Spiders. Frick went 1-2 with two RBIs and Reid went 2-2 and scored one run.
Knights big seventh leads them to victory
7/1/2014
Knights Baseball 18U America plated four runs in the seventh to beat North Texas Beast 4-1. CJ Kastner (2014, Mount Juilet, TN) went 3 for 3 in the win. Grant Hawkins (2014, Oakland, TN) pitched in with a double that drove in a run. Alford had two singles and an RBI. Kyle Habbach pitched the first three innings. He struck out two and allowed a hit. Sam Patton came in to throw the last four innings. He fanned three and gave up two hits.
Luis Ramos (2014, Puerto Rico, AZ) threw 6 2/3 innings for the Beast. He did pretty well by striking out five and walking two. His fastball was in the low 80's and it touched 86 mph.
Big Inning Helps Powermill in 4-2 Win
7/1/2014
Powermill 18U defeated the Huntington Hounds 4-2 in six innings.
Ross Goforth (2014, Norman Park, GA) led Powermill with a pair of hits being a double and a single. He was able to drive in a RBI. Payton Dixon (2014, Thomasville, GA) and Andy Bush (2014, Moultrie, GA) helped with a RBI single in the game, and Bush also scored once. MT Minacci (2013, Tallahassee, FL) showed the best time on the mound. He went three strong innings while allowing one hit and one run that was unearned. He walked a batter and struck out six. He maxed the gun out at 91 mph. He pitched effectively inside with a solid arm action. He has a definitive mound presence.
Trey Dawson (2015, Hurricane, WV), Seth Kinker (2014, Barboursville, WV), and Alex Somerville (2014, Point Pleasant, WV) each tacked on the three hits for the Hounds. Somerville and Dawson were the only runs for the team. Cameron Norris (2014, Charleston, WV) tossed 2.1 innings and surrendered one hit. He did not allow a run or a walk. He struck out four batters while touching 86 mph.
Even Though Outhit, Knights Prevail
7/1/2014
The Knights Baseball 18U National defeated the BigStix Gamers 16U 6-2 in seven innings.
Both of the big plays for the Knights were done off home runs. Chase Chambers (2014, Knoxville, TN) came in the clutch with a three run home run in the third inning. Gregory Lambert (2014, Athens, AL) roped a solo home run in the game for his team. Kyle Conger (2014, Nashville, TN) helped without hitting a homer by roping two singles and scoring two RBIs and touching home once.
Shane Priest (2014, Largo, FL) tossed the complete game for the Knights. He let seven hits fall with two runs to score. He walked three batters and struck out a pair. He ran the gun up to 84 mph with his fastball.
Adams tried to light a match for the Gamers by going a perfect 3-3 with three singles and a RBI. Fellows connected with the only extra base hit for the team with a double. He also roped a single and scored a run. Jackson got pinned with the other RBI for the team.
AJ Spencer (2015, Locust Grove, GA) tossed four innings for his team. He let three hits fall with one earned run. He walked a pair of batters and struck out five. He maxed the gun out at 90 mph.
Kiltsas Does It All For Patriots
7/1/2014
The Rawlings Patriots rocked the Denny Pritchett Jayhawks 17U 8-2 Tuesday. The Patriots improved their record to 3-3 on the tournament.
Alexander Klitsas (2016, Spring, TX) had a huge day for the victors. From the plate, Klitsas went 3-3 with a double and two RBIs. He also pitched the complete game and allowed no earned runs, one walk, and struck out nine Jayhawk batters. His fastball sat at 77-80 mph and touched 81 mph. James Phillips (2015, Spring, TX) added two hits and two RBIs and Cole Schroeder (2016, Spring, TX) had one hit and two RBIs.
Despite the loss, Cody Waters (2015, Dahlonega, GA) was impressive in his 7.0 innings on the hill. Waters recorded seven strikeouts, allowed just four hits and had his fastball touched 83 mph. Waters also went 2-3 on the day.
Marlins Scout Team Victorious
7/1/2014
The Marlins Scout Team dropped Team Elite Roundtrip by a score of 7-3. Tyler DeLucia (2015, Dix Hills, NY) went 2-3 with two RBIs for the victors. DeLucia is a lead off type hitter that constantly gets on base. Jose Caballero (2016, Panama City, PAN) also had two hits for the Marlins. Caballero is a-gap-to gap hitter that stays inside the ball well. Winning pitcher Justin Revels (2015, Glendale, AZ) went 5.0 innings and recorded four strikeouts. Revels showed good control and has arm side run on his 86 mph fastball.
Gage Patton (2014, Baxley, GA) went 3-4 with three doubles and one RBI for Team Elite. Patton has good bat speed and is very aggressive at the plate.
So Cal's Offense Explodes in 12-7 Victory
7/1/2014
(Alec Dopp) - So Cal SKLZ/TROSKY defeated Chain Baseball Columbus Pirates by a 12-7 score Tuesday afternoon at Allatoona High School field, out-hitting Chain by an 17-11 margin while capitalizing on three Pirates errors en route to capturing the victory. The win improved So Cal's record at the 2014 18u WWBA National Championship to 5-1-0 while dropping Columbus to 4-2-0 at the event.
Among the handful of players who produced at the plate for So Cal, Andres Alvarez's (2015, San Ysidro HS, CA) output was arguably the most impressive, as the 5-foot-9 shortstop/catcher went 3-for-4 with a double, two runs batted in, one run scored and a stolen base. Angel Estrada (2015, Eastlake HS, CA) chipped in, too, going 3-for-4 with a triple, three runs scored, two runs driven in and a stolen base, while starting pitcher Octavio Arroyo (2015, San Ysidro HS, CA) topped out at a game-high 88 MPH with his fastball.
B.J. White (2014, Opelika HS, AL), a Chipola College recruit, homered and went 2-for-2 with two runs scored, two runs batted in and one walk on his way to three quality at bats in the loss for Chain Columbus Pirates. White showcased good bat speed, extension and lift to his swing, a sounding hitting approach and a live bat with consistent hard contact. Grey Norton (2015, Smiths Station HS, GA) doubled twice and produced a 3-for-4 batting line with a run scored and run batted in.
PacWest Prospects vs. Sandlot
7/1/2014
Mt. Pisgah High School was the site for this showdown between the Sandlot and the PacWest Prospects. The Sandlot prevailed in a 6-3 victory. Houston Glad (2014, Tahlequah, OK) and Garrett Hall (2014, Owasso, OK) both had two RBIs for the Sandolot. Glad also recorded a stolen base and Luke Preaus (2014, Tulsa, OK) led the way in hits with two.
Austin Owen (2014, Tulsa, OK) pitched 1.2 innings and struck out three Prospect hitters. Owen showed good control by not allowing any walks.
Albert Harless (#7) threw 4.2 innings and struck out four for the Prospects. His fastball maxed out at 88 mph. To go with his fastball, Harless mixed in a good 81 mph change up and a late breaking 78 mph curveball. Austin Feist (2015, Burns, OR) led the Prospects in hits with two.
Orioles tie Marquis Grissom Baseball, 1-1
7/1/2014
The Clarksville Orioles tied Marquis Grissom Baseball on Tuesday morning, 1-1. Alberto Lozada (2014, Kenwood HS, TN) led Clarksville at the plate. Lozada smashed a solo-home run that accounted for the Orioles only run. Clarksville's other hit was collected by John Wheeler (2014, Montgomery Bell Academy, TN), who was 1-2.
Eriq White (2015, South Gwinnett HS, GA) paced Marquis Grissom Baseball on offense. White was 2-3 with a triple, a stolen base, and also scored a run. Zavier Lushington collected his team's only RBI of the game and stole a base.
Landon Mostellor (2015, Clarksville HS, TN) started the game on the mound for Clarksville and threw a complete game. Mostellor allowed 1 run on 6 hits over his 7 innings of work.
John Walton (2015, Creekside HS, GA) was Marquis Grissom's starting pitcher and went 6 innings allowing 1 run on 2 hits, while striking out 2 batters.
Lakeland Legends win big, 15-0
7/1/2014
The Lakeland Legends of the Batters Box 17U won big on Tuesday morning over the NJ Marlins Prospect, 15-0. Baylee Waters (2015, Lake Gibson Senior HS, FL) had a huge day at the plate to lead the Lakeland Legends. Waters smashed a home run and a triple to finish the game 2-3 with a run scored and 5 RBI. Brandon Howlett (2018, Lakeland Senior HS, FL) was also a major run producer in the game. Howlett was 2-2 with 2 doubles, a run scored, and 4 RBI. Nick Leonard (2015, George W. Jenkins HS, FL) joined Waters and Howlett in having a multi-hit game. Leonard was 2-3 with 1 RBI and 3 runs scored.
Matt Wight (2015, Lake Gibson Senior HS, FL) started the game on the mound for the Legends and pitched 2 innings allowing 0 runs on 1 hit to earn the win.
Jordanny Nunez (2016, Perth Amboy HS, NJ) and Craig Sandford (2015, Allentown HS, NJ) led the NJ Marlins on offense, both going 1-1. Nunez's hit was a double.
Bases Loaded Walk Propels Titans 18U
7/1/2014
The Titans 18U edged the Mavericks Scout Team'15 by a score of 4-3. Titans 18U started off the bottom of the 7th with two straight walks and Dalton Delay (2015, Woodstock, GA) loaded the bases with a sacrifice bunt. Chandler Wold (2015, Canton, GA) showed good patience and drew a walk to win the ballgame. Justin Russell (2015, Marietta, GA), Ryan Wesley (2015, Smyrna, GA), and Nick Pippin (2015, Sharpsburg, GA) all had hits for the Titans.
The Mavericks Scout Team outhit the Titans 7-3. Duke commit Christopher Proctor (2015, Lawndale, NC) recorded a double, a triple, and a RBI. In the top of the 4th, Isaac Deveaux (2017, Montreal, QC) smashed a home run that cleared the left field fence.
Grayson Balles (2015, Laurens, SC) went 2-3 for the Mavericks. Tripper Ergle (2015, Blythewood, SC) retired three batters in his 2.0 innings on the hill. Ergle showed good cut action on his 86 mph fastball.
Pitching and clutch hitting leads NOLA to 7-2 win
7/1/2014
The NOLA Monsters 17U beat the Strike One Slammers on Tuesday morning after receiving some quality pitching and clutch hitting. Michael Claverie (2015, Live Oak HS, LA) and Mark Patterson (2015, Springfield HS, LA) combined to pitch all 7 innings of the game. Claverie started the game on the mound and pitched 4.2 innings allowing 0 runs on 2 hits, while striking out 4. Over the course of his outing, Claverie's fastball averaged a velocity of 78-83 mph and topped out at 84 mph. Patterson covered the final 2.1 innings in relief and allowed 2 unearned runs on 1 hit, while striking out 4.
At the plate, NOLA received some clutch hitting from several players. Claverie was one of those players and finished 2-2 with a double and 1 RBI. Justin Ridgell (2015, Doyle HS, LA), Tyler Alexander (2015, Live Oak HS, LA), and Hunter Merritt (2015, Live Oak HS, LA) also hit a double each in the game. All three players would come around to score. Jacob Ard (2016, Walker HS, LA) contributed a triple in the win, as well.
Clayton Clark (2016, East Paulding HS, GA) and Dakota Middleton each scored a run for the Slammers.
Hubert, Dietz Blank Illinois in Cincinnati's Win
7/1/2014
(Alec Dopp) - Cincinnati Riverbats National Team defeated Illinois Indians by a convincing 9-0 mark Tuesday afternoon at Etowah High School field, improving its record at the 2014 18u WWBA National Championship to 3-3-0 while dropping Illinois to 1-4-1 at the event. The Riverbats out-hit the Indians 8-2 in the game and churned out 17 quality team at bats, proving more than enough to come away with the victory.
Michael Hubert (2016, Oak Hills HS, OH) tossed 4.1 scoreless innings of one-hit ball as Cincinnati's starting pitcher, allowing three walks and striking out four batters. Hubert, a 5-foot-11 left hander, produced six whiffs over 59 total pitches thrown in the outing thanks to his 79-82 MPH fastball while throwing eight of his nine curveballs (66-70 MPH) for strikes. Drew Dietz (2014, Ross HS, OH) touched 77 MPH over his 0.2 innings of relief for the Riverbats.
Joseph Warman (2014, Ross HS, OH) doubled and went 2-for-2 for Cincinnati, scoring one, driving one runner in while piecing together two quality at bats. Matt Yates (2014, Miamisburg HS, OH), a Marietta College commit, recorded a double of his own en route to a 1-for-2 batting line with two runs scored, one walk and one runner batted in, while Shane Naegele (2014, Ross HS, OH) went 2-for-2 with two a stolen base, two runs scored and two batted in from the last spot in Cincinnati's order.
No-no for Miranda
7/1/2014
Evan Miranda (2014, Mainland, FL) threw a no-hitter for FTB Platinum in their 8-0 win over MVP Baseball. In his six innings of work, he struck out seven and just walked one. His fastball was in the low 80's and it brushed 85 mph. Samuel Duran (2015, Melbourne Senior, FL) hit a solo homer in the win. Josh Corredor (2015, Harmony, FL) went a perfect 3 for 3 with a double and two RBI's. Julio Perez drove in three runs with a single and a double. Lead-off hitter, Jose Criollo (2014, Arlington Country Day, FL) pitched in with three hits including a double.
PJ Phillip Hatchouel (2015, St. Mary's ME) threw five innings and struck out two for MVP.
Columbus Pirates score early to win 5-2
7/1/2014
The Chain Baseball Columbus Pirates scored 5 runs by the end of the third-inning and would not relinquish their lead over Team Elite 18U, holding on to win 5-2. Pitching prospect Connor Radcliff (2015, Pelham HS, AL) pitched 5 innings in relief and dominated hitters to earn the win. Radcliff allowed 0 runs on 1 hit and struck out 10 batters. He showed great command of his pitches, throwing 74% for strikes. His strong arm and plus fastball showed great life in the game, averaging a velocity of 74-88 mph and reaching as high as 89 mph. Radcliff will continue his baseball career at Samford next season.
Hakeem Stargell (2014, Opelika HS, AL) led Chain Baseball at the plate, going 2-2 with a double and a run scored. Chandler Taylor (2015, Alabama Christian Academy, AL) and B.J. White (2014, Opelika HS, AL) each hit a double as well. Taylor's double knocked in 1 run and White's drove in 2. The Pirate's other RBI's of the game were collected by Coleson Taylor (2015, Central HS, AL) and Keon Thompson (2014, Manchester HS, GA).
Jonathan White (2015, Brookwood HS, GA) led Team Elite on offense. White was 2-3 and drove in 1 run in the game.
Alonzo Jones Wows at Plate in East Cobb's Victory
7/1/2014
(Alec Dopp) - East Cobb Astros 18u defeated Centerfield Baseball Academy by an 8-2 Tuesday afternoon score at East Cobb Complex Field 2, running its record at the 2014 18u WWBA National Championship to 5-1-0 while simultaneously dropping Centerfield to 1-5-0 at the event.
Vanderbilt commit Alonzo Jones (2015, Columbus HS, GA) put on an offensive show from the second-to-last spot in East Cobb's order, going 2-for-3 with a fly ball home run to right field and line-drive triple to a similar portion of the park on his way to a 2-for-3 batting line. Jones tallied three quality at bats in the victory, which would have been a team best had it not been for Thomas Johns' (2016, Clay-Chalkville HS, AL) four quality ABs that included a double, two runs scored, run batted in and 3-for-4 batting line.
Logan Barnette (2014, Walton HS, GA), a Georgia State commit, logged five shutout innings of two-hit ball as the Astros' starting pitcher, punching out six hitters while administering just two walks. Barnett sat 79-81 MPH with his fastball and 70-71 with his slider in the outing from a 5-foot-10 build. Chase Slone (2014, Kennesaw Mountain HS, GA), a Lander recruit, topped out at a team-high 87 MPH with his heater in the win.
Though Tyler Exley (2015, East Coweta HS, GA) took the game's losing decision as Centerfield's starting pitcher, he performed admirably, allowing no earned runs home over his six innings of work in which he struck out two, walked one and conceded six hits with a fastball velocity of 78-80 MPH and 74-76 MPH changeup that helped him produce five swinging strikes.
Gameface couldn't pull away
7/1/2014
Gameface Elite 17U and Team DeMarini GA 17U were pretty even during the game and neither team could pull away as they tied 3-3. Bailey Mixon (2015, Mountain View, GA) threw 5 1/3 innings for Gameface. He struck out three while allowing a walk. Luis Vilchez (2015, Mountain View, GA) led the offense with a triple. Patrick Klein (2015, Bethlehem Christian, GA) had a great day with two hit including a double. Chase Hunter (2015, Buford, GA) went 1 for 2 with an RBI.
Chase Cohen (2015, Alpharetta, GA) threw the seventh inning for DeMarini. He struck out and threw an impressive fastball that was in the mid 80's and touch 88 mph. Levi Whitmire (2015, Dawson County, GA) had a double in the tie.
Foster pitches Jayhawks 18U to 8-0 win
7/1/2014
The Denny Pritchet Jayhawks 18U beat CageRat Baseball Blue on Tuesday morning behind the strong pitching performance of Chad Foster (2014, Centennial HS, GA). Foster threw a complete game one-hitter to earn the victory. Over his 5-innings of work, Foster allowed 0 runs on 1 hit, while striking out 7 batters. He was able to keep opposing hitters in check with a fastball that averaged a velocity of 79-82 mph and reached as high as 83 mph. Foster will play baseball next season at West Georgia.
Austin Smith (2014, Creekview HS, GA) led the Jayhawks 18U at the plate, collecting 3 hits in 3 at-bats. Smith scored a run and drove in 2 on the day. Leo Narrison (2014, Mill Creek HS, GA) had the other multi-hit game. Narrison finished 2-2 with a double, 1 RBI, and 2 runs scored. Joshua Tate (2014, West Forsyth HS, GA) and Dee Kelly (2014, Forsyth Central HS, GA) collected the Jayhawk's other extra-base hits. Tate had a 1-run double and Kelly had a 1-run triple. Daniel McCrary (2014, New Lumpkin County HS, GA) also scored 2 runs for the winners.
Julius Roman (2015, Holy Trinity HS, IL) had CageRat's only hit. Roman was 1-2 in the game.
Huskies Fall to Team Elite Black
7/1/2014
The SF Huskies 18U fell to Team Elite Black by a score of 5-3.
Cale Gibson (2015, McDonough, GA) went 2-3 with two RBIs for Team Elite. Gibson is an aggressive hitter that has good lift in his swing. Kristoff Reitig (2015, Suwanee, GA) also went 2-3 with two RBIs. Reitig makes very hard contact and has a quick bat.
Matt Stringer (2015, Lawrenceville, GA) earned the W on the hill after his 5.0 innings of work. He finished with one strikeout and allowed just three hits. Stringer showed good movement on his 81 mph fastball.
The SF Huskies dropped their record to 2-4 with the loss. Mike Grey (2015, Coral Springs, FL) went 2-3 with two doubles. Gus Guerra (2015, Miami, FL) had the lone RBI for the Huskies.
Lightning makes a comeback
7/1/2014
Lowcountry Lightning Baseball came back in the sixth to beat ECG Renegades 9-7. Tommy King (2015, Manning, SC) led the attack with two singles and an RBI. Barret Walton (2014, Wando, SC) drove in a run with a single. Neal Tolbert (2014, First Presbyterian, GA) pitched with a single of his own. Mark Evans (2014, Wando, SC) pitched for Lowcountry. In his seven innings of work, he struck out four while allowing a walk.
Austin New (2015, Heritage, GA) led the Renegades with a two-run homer. Will Hesterlee (2014, Carrolton, GA) doubled in a run in the loss. Julian Fitts (2015, Marietta, GA) pitched two innings and struck out three.
Jones, O'Mahony Lift Indians Over Easton A's
7/1/2014
(Alec Dopp) - East Cobb Indians defeated Easton A's by a convincing 8-0 mark Tuesday afternoon at East Cobb Complex Field 2, improving their record at the 2014 18u WWBA National Championship to 3-2-0 while dropping Easton to 0-4-1 at the event. The Indians strung together 17 quality at bats and capitalized off two key Easton errors en route to the victory.
Matthew Jones (2014, Walton HS, GA) homered on his way to a 1-for-2 batting line to lead East Cobb offensively, while Andrew Burchell (2015, Harrison HS, GA) doubled en route to a 1-for-2 output.
Connor O'Mahony (2015, Northview HS, GA) logged five shutout innings as East Cobb's starting pitcher, conceding four hits and three walks while punching out two batters. O'Mahony, a 5-foot-9 right hander, sat in the 82-84 MPH range with his straight fastball and mixed in a 63-65 MPH curveball in the meantime.
212 A's cruise to 11-2 victory
7/1/2014
The 212 A's 18U cruised to an 11-2 win on Tuesday morning over the Lakes Area Dodgers. Kurt Cox (2014, Pike County HS, GA) and Jake Wilkinson (2014, Whitewater HS, GA) were major run producers for the A's. Cox tripled and finished 2-4 with 3 RBI, and Wilkinson doubled in 2 runs. Both players scored a run as well. Kain English (2016, Pike County HS, GA) and James Poropatic (2014, Northgate HS, GA) also collected 2 hits each in the game. English finished 2-3 and scored 3 runs. Poropatic was 2-3 with 2 doubles, 2 runs scored, and 1 RBI. Taylor Turner (2014, Whitewater HS, GA) led the 212 A's in hits on the day with 3 in 4 at-bats.
Matthew Buckalew (2014, Starrs Mill HS, Georgia Regents HS, GA) started on the mound for 212 and pitched all 6 innings of the game to earn the win. Buckalew allowed 1 earned run on 5 hits, while striking out 6 batters. He showed great command of his 97 pitches, throwing 69% of them for strikes. Over the course of his outing, Buckalew's fastball averaged a velocity of 78-82 mph and topped out at 84 mph.
Grant Slomkowski (2015, Canton HS, MI) led the Dodger's offense with a 2-3 game. He also scored 1 run in the game. Lakes Area's other run was scored by Jonathan Charbonneau (2016, Honokaa High & Intermediary School, MI), who was 1-3 in the game.
Angels Blank Marlins Behind Ramus' Strong Outing
7/1/2014
(Alec Dopp) - Angels Baseball Heaven 18u defeated Chain Baseball Columbus Marlins by a 2-0 score Tuesday afternoon at LakePoint Field 15, improving its record at the 2014 18u WWBA National Championship to 3-3-0 while dropping Chain Baseball to an identical 3-3-0 mark at the event.
Jordan Ramus (2015, Carrollwood Day HS, FL) logged five scoreless innings of one-hit ball as the Angels' starting pitcher, allowing two walks and striking out four batters with a sitting fastball velocity of 85-88 MPH and touched 89 mph and 73-75 MPH curveball from 6-foot-3 right-handed build. Lukas Douglas (2014, Riverview HS, FL) doubled and went 1-for-2 with a run scored and run batted in to lead Heaven 18u offensively, while Dustin Caldwell (2015, Mulberry Senior HS, FL) went 2-for-2 with a stolen base in the victory.
Stephen Sutton (2014, Riverwood HS, GA) did his best to keep Columbus in contention, going 1-for-2 from the plate with a line-drive double to left field, though Drew Eady (2014, Lagrange HS, GA) churned out a team-high two quality at bats, going 0-for-2 with a walk in the loss. Cody Harrison (2014, Smiths Station HS, AL) recorded five innings of two-run (one earned) baseball with no walks and two strikeouts, utilizing a fastball in the 84-85 MPH and curveball anywhere from 64-67 MPH on the radar gun.
Dodgers defeat Baseball Mentoring 6-1
7/2/2014
Dulin Dodgers defeated Baseball Mentoring Program Inc. 6-1. The Dodgers jumped out to an early 3-0 lead after the first inning, and went on to the easy victory.
Clay Casey (2014, Desoto Central HS, TN) led the way for the Dodgers offense, going 2-3 at the plate with a homerun, a double, two runs scored and two RBIs. Leadoff hitter LeMarcus Boyd (2014, Independence HS, TN) also went 2-3 with a double, one run scored and one RBI. Von Watson (2015, Briarcrest Christian, TN) went 2-3 as well, with a triple, and one RBI. Collin Taylor (2016, Florence HS, AL) contributed by going 2-2 with a double of his own, and one run scored.
On the mound for the Dodgers, Blake Smith (2015, Briarcrest Christian, TN) pitched a complete game, giving up one earned run on two hits, and struck out five. He had a fastball that averaged 77-78 mph and topped out at 80 mph, while also mixing in a handful of off-speed pitches.
For Baseball Mentoring, Hunter White (2015, Sheldon HS, CA) and Kale Leach (2015, Laguna Creek HS, CA) each went 1-3 in the game. Kiyoshi Taylor (2015, Los Altos HS, CA) showed off his speed on the base paths by stealing two bases on the day.
Platinum and Team Alabama end game in 5-5 tie
7/1/2014
FTB Platinum and Team Alabama-Johnson ended Tuesday morning's game in a 5-5 tie. Lead-off hitter Jose Cirollo (2014, Arlington Country Day HS, FL) led FTB at the plate with a 3-4 game. Cirollo doubled, drove in a run, and scored twice for Platinum. Austin Berry (2014, Bayside HS, FL) also recorded multiple hits in the game and was 2-3. Berry double and drove in a run, as well. Platinum's other double in the game was collected by Julio Perez (2015, Arlington County Day HS, FL).
Keegan Morrow (2016, Hewitt-Trussville HS, AL) and Jason Agslaud (2015, Hoover HS, AL) collected Alabama-Johnson's RBI's of the game with 1 apiece. Morrow, Boomer Murchison (2015, Pelham HS, AL), and Luke Hartman (2016, Mt. Brook HS, AL) had 1 hit each in the game.
Stars Baseball and Central Alabama tie 2-2
7/2/2014
Stars Baseball 17U Blue and Central Alabama Nationals ended in a 2-2 tie.
Brandon Snow (2015, Riverdale Baptist HS, MD) led the way for Stars Baseball, going 2-3 with a double. Michael Coritz (2016, Paul VI Catholic, VA) went 1-3 with two RBIs. Leadoff hitter Matt Scott (2015, Battlefield HS, VA) went 1-3 with one run scored. Jackson Galvin (2015, Mountain View HS, VA) pitched four innings of work, giving up one earned run on just two hits, and struck out two. He flashed a fastball that topped out at 83 mph, and mixed in a curveball and a changeup as his off-speed pitches.
For Central Alabama, Jeremy Peterson (2014, Huffman Magnet HS, 2014) pitched a complete game, giving up two earned runs, on six hits, and recorded two strikeouts as well. He had a fastball that averaged 79-81mph, and peaked at 82 mph. At the plate, Michael Battle (2015, Hueytown HS, AL) went 1-2 with one run scored.
Redskins Shutout Red Sox
7/1/2014
The Midland Redskins shutout the Fungo Red Sox and took the win 6-0 to remain undefeated and solidify their place in first in the Pool P standings. Grant Schreiver (2014, Covington Catholic HS, KY) powered the Redskins with a 1-2 effort with a three-run homer in the bottom of the fourth to pick up three RBIs and a run scored.
Jeb Bargfeldt (2014, Owasso HS, OK) took home the win for the Redskins for his six innings on the mound. Bargfeldt allowed one hit and no runs while walking two and striking out 11 with a three-pitch set featuring a fastball averaging 81 mph and topping out at 85 mph.
R. Austin Fox (2014, Cox Mill HS, NC) is credited with the loss for the Red Sox for his four innings on the mound to start off the game. Fox allowed three hits and five runs, all earned, with a homer while walking five and striking out five with a fastball averaging 80 mph and topping out at 85 mph
Long helps his team win
7/1/2014
Dakota Long (2014, Tattnall Square Academy, GA) went 3 for 4 in Prospects Baseball's 7-3 win over Northeast Baseball Jaxx. He also drove in a run. Grant Perry (2014, Peach County, GA) doubled in a run. Kirby Thomas (2014, Kennesaw Mountain, GA) pitched in with a double and came around to touch home plate. Cory Bartholomew (2016, Tattnall Square, GA) started and lasted 5 1/3 innings. He fanned seven while walking three.
Billy Keegan (2015, Bishop Hendricken, MA) led the Jaxx with two singles and an RBI. Severino Tocci (2015, Weston, MA) tripled and drove in a run.
Lookouts Offense too much in 8-0 Victory
7/2/2014
The Northeast Baseball Lookouts' offense was too much, as they sparked a six run sixth inning, en route to a 8-0 blowout over the West Georgia Jackets.
Johnathan Martin (2015, Littleton HS, MA) sparked the offense by going 2-3 with a homerun, one run scored, and four RBIs in the game. Connor Green (2015, Bedford HS, MA) contributed as well by going 2-3 at the plate. Vincent Beauregard (2014, Edouard Montpetit, QC) pitched four complete innings of work, giving up just two hits, and struck out seven. He flashed a fastball that peaked at 83 mph, and mixed in a handful of off-speed pitches. Charlie Ramsland (2015, Nashoba Regional, MA) pitched two complete innings, and displayed a fastball touched 84 mph.
For the Jackets, Jonathan Mitchell (2015, New Manchester HS, GA) and Marc Kennedy (2014, Alexander HS, GA) each went 1-2 at the plate in the game.
SEB Rout Traveler's Baseball 14-0
7/1/2014
SEB 17U Black flexed their offensive might, knocking in 14 hits from six different players and routing Traveler's Baseball 14-0 in five innings as every SEB player reached base at least once. Jake Franklin (2015, Jefferson HS, GA) and Avery Kenyon (2015, North Gwinnett HS, GA) led the way for SEB with a 3-4 game at the plate, picking up an RBI and two runs scored with a double and a triple with Kenyon adding in a perfect 3-3 game at the plate with a game-high three RBIs and two runs scored with a double.
JT Eggert (2015, Dawson County HS, GA) picked up the win for SEB for his five scoreless innings on the mound, allowing two hits and one walk while striking out four with a fastball averaging 81 mph and topping out at 84 mph. Eggert showed command of his pitches around the plate, smooth mechanics and a balanced delivery on a three-pitch rotation with a late-breaking curveball as his out.
Andrew Woods (2014, Marion L. Steele HS, OH) takes the loss for Travelers's Baseball for his one inning on the mound to start out the game. Woods allowed six hits and seven runs, three earned, while walking two and striking out two.
Cassiday pitches his team to a win
7/1/2014
GBA Spiked 9's pitcher, Ryan Cassiday (2015, Jackson County, GA), threw seven quality innings in their 3-1 win over 643 DP Cougars 18U. He allowed just four hits and fanned one. Aidan Leicht (2016, St. Pius X, GA) led the offense with a single that drove in a run. Michael Cronic (2014, West Hall, GA) tripled in the win.
Adam Hornstra (2014, Riverwood, GA) threw four innings and fanned eight. He did not allow a hit either. Alex Garland (2014, Hillgrove, GA) doubled in the loss.
Roadrunners edge by Orlando Baseball
7/2/2014
Georgia Roadrunners 17U edged by Orlando Baseball Academy 2015, 6-5, thanks to a four-run seventh inning.
Leadoff hitter Blakely Brown (2015, Statesboro HS, GA) a Georgia commit, went 1-2 with a triple, one run scored, and two RBIs in the contest. DJ Pearson (2015, Northview HS, GA) contributed by going 1-2 at the plate with a double and one run scored. Seth Beer (2016, Lambert HS, GA) also sparked the offense with a double of his own and one stolen base in the contest. Zach Bitzer (2015, West Forsyth HS, GA) pitched five innings of work, giving up three earned runs, and struck out four. He had a fastball that peaked at 80 mph, and also mixed in a good curveball. Alec Wilson (2015, West Forsyth HS, GA) also made an appearance on the mound, pitching two innings, and displaying a fastball that topped out at 86 mph.
For Orlando Baseball, Evan Lowe (2015, The Masters Academy, FL) went 2-4 with a triple, one run scored, and two RBIs. Leadoff hitter Bobby Ornes (2015, East Ridge HS, FL) went 2-3 with a stolen base, and two runs scored.
Carroll Homers as GBSA Cardinals Top Blue Chip
7/1/2014
(Alec Dopp) - GBSA Cardinals defeated Blue Chip Bulls by a 7-4 score Tuesday afternoon at LakePoint Field 16, running its record at the 2014 18u WWBA National Championship to 4-1-0 while dropping Blue Chip to 3-3-0 at the event. Despite committing two errors in the contest, GBSA's lineup produced five extra-base hits against Bulls pitching, proving enough to come away with the victory.
Jordan Carroll (2014, Langston Hughes HS, GA) produced his first home run of the event in the Cardinals' victory -- a fly ball that cleared the left-center wall with ease -- on his way to a 1-for-3 performance at the plate that included four runs batted in. Deion Sellers (2014, Cedar Grove HS, GA) stole two bases and drew two walks as GBSA's No. 2 hitter, while starting pitcher Kelvin Wimbish sat 72-75 MPH with his fastball over his six innings in which he allowed one earned run home on five hits, one walk and three strikeouts.
Dayquan Telley (2015, Westside HS, SC) doubled and went 1-for-2 with one run batted in from the middle of Blue Chip Bulls' batting order, while Chase Barbary (2015, Wren HS, SC) finished with a 2-for-3 output with a pair of runs batted in. John Garrett (2014, D.W. Daniel HS, SC) struck out two, walked none and allowed one his over his two innings of relief, sitting in the 71-73 MPH velocity range with his fastball.
MVP Baseball Survives Late Rally
7/1/2014
MVP Baseball Blue saw their lead dwindle in the final inning before coming through on the defensive end to end the two out rally from the Atlanta Blue Jays and take the win 4-3. Both teams logged four hits, but it was four errors from the Blue Jays that killed their chance to take the win.
Zach Mather (2015, Summit HS, TN) took home the win for MVP Baseball for his six and a third innings on the mound. Mather allowed four hits and three runs, all earned, while walking five and striking out ten with a four pitch rotation featuring a cutter, curveball, change up and a fastball averaging 80 mph and topping out at 84 mph.
The Blue Jay bullpen dug deep and put out four pitchers on the mound with Lorenzo Hampton (2015, Monsignor Edward Pace, FL) taking the loss for his three innings on the mound. Hampton allowed one hit and two runs, both earned, while walking four and striking out five with a fastball averaging 86 mph and topping out at 89 mph.
Moye rips three hits in win
7/1/2014
Tanner Moye (2015, Oneonta, AL) had a perfect day at the plate for Mizuno Team GA Baseball Academy 17U Red in their 2-1 win over PacWest Prospects. He had three singles and came around to score once. Griffin Kern (2015, Chattahoochee, GA) pitched in with two singles and an RBI. Jacob Congrove (2015, West Forsyth, GA) started for Mizuno. In five innings, he struck out three and allowed two walks. Wil Foy (2015, South Forsyth, GA) came in to finish the game. He fanned two and allowed a hit.
Alec Kisena (2013, Henry M. Jackson, WA) pitched five solid innings for the PacWest. In fanned five and walked one. Garrett Dewolf (2015, Ridgeview, OR) went 2 for 4 in the loss.
Kneochel, Stanton Lead Maroons Past Stealers
7/1/2014
(Alec Dopp) - Kalamazoo Maroons Prospect Team 17u defeated Ohio Stealers by a 7-3 mark Tuesday afternoon at Allatoona High School field, improving its record at the 2014 18u WWBA National Championship to 2-4-0 while dropping Ohio to 1-4-0 at the event.
Sam Kneochel (2014, Kalamazoo Central HS, MI) received the winning decision on the mound as Maroons' starting pitcher, logging four innings of seven-hit ball in which he walked four, struck out two and conceded three earned runs to cross home. Kneochel showed a fastball in the 72-76 MPH range with a curveball at 65-67 in the outing. Justin Stanton (2015, Portage Central HS, MI) stole two bases, walked twice and went 1-for-2 at the plate to lead Kalamazoo offensively.
Casey Rupple (2014, Mogadore HS, OH) pitched five innings without an earned run for Ohio, striking out five, walking three and conceding four hits. Rupple, a 6-foot-3 right hander, touched 81 MPH with his fastball (76-79 sitting velo) and mixed in 18 curveballs in the 64-66 MPH range. Tyler Hallam (2015, Stow-Munroe Falls HS, OH) tripled and drove in a run on his way to a 2-for-3 batting line toward the bottom portion of the Stealers' order in the loss.
East Coast Blanks Saints
7/1/2014
East Coast Baseball Elite put up six runs in the fifth inning to ice the game and take the 9-0 shutout win over the 9 Stars Saints in five innings. The Elite knocked in eight hits by seven different players and were led offensively by Drew Avans (2014, Thompson HS, AL). Avans, a Southeastern Louisiana commit, finished a perfect 2-2 at the plate with two runs scored and a triple as Cole Gordon (2014, Steinbrenner SH, AL) came through with a grand slam home run in the fifth inning to ice the game.
Kyle Stuart (2015, Northridge HS, AL) picked up the win for the Elite for his full game of five innings on the mound. Stuart allowed five hits and no runs while walking none and striking out five, showing good command and a fastball averaging 80 mph and topping out at 82 mph.
Tigers Rally, Take 5-2 Win
7/1/2014
The Northeast Baseball Mudhens took a 2-0 lead out of the first inning, but couldn't hold down the Tigers Sports Club Select and fell to the Tigers 5-2 after seven fielding errors. John Valente (2013, New Rochelle HS, NY) led the way for the Tigers, picking up half of the team's hits and finishing 3-4 at the plate with two RBIs and a double. Ryan McKenna (2015, St. Thomas Aquinas HS, ME) sparked the Mudhens with a 1-3 game at the plate, picking up two RBIs and a run scored off a two-run homer in the first inning.
Anthony Shkrelja (2014, Fox Lane HS, NY) took home the win for the Tigers for his five and a third innings on the mound. Shkrelja allowed five hits and two runs, both earned, while walking six, striking out two and allowing a homer with a fastball averaging 82 mph and topping out at 85 mph.
Hadley Stone (2014, The Taft School, MA) is credited with the loss for the Mudhens for his four innings on the mound. Stone allowed six hits and four runs, one earned, while both walking and striking out one.
MVP Baseball Blue Hold On for a 4-3 Win
7/1/2014
MVP Baseball Blue was able to hold on and win 4-3 against the Atlanta Blue Jays. The Blue Jays put together a rally in the seventh inning, but it was not enough to tie it up.
MVP Baseball Blue starter Zach Mather (2015, Summit, TN) took the win as he threw 6.2 innings of three-run ball. He gave up four hits and five walks. He also struck out ten batters on a fastball that sat 79-83 mph and topped out at 84 mph. Joseph Jennison (2015, Monte Vista, CA) recorded the last out (on a strikeout) as his fastball ranged from 82-86 mph.
Sacramento State commit Brad Bonnenfant (2014, Sutter, CA) doubled in the winning run in the bottom of the fifth. Mike Chiovitti (2015, Holy Cross, CT) went 1 for 2 with two runs scored on the day.
Lorenzo Hampton (2015, Monsignor Edward Pace, FL) gave up two runs over his three innings on the mound. His fastball sat 83-88 mph and touched 89 mph. Kep Brown (2015, Wando, SC) gave up an unearned run in his inning of work. His fastball sat 82-85 mph and peaked at 86 mph. Joey Bend (2015, Sandalwood, FL) threw one inning, gave up a run, his fastball sat 83-86 mph and hit 87 mph.
Notre Dame commit Eric Feliz (2015, IMG Academy, NJ) hit a two-run double in the seventh to bring them within a run of MVP Baseball Blue. Darius Sewell (2015, Lakeside, GA) scored on Feliz's double in the seventh and singled in a run in the second.
Being Down Early Did Not Effect Brevard Aces
7/1/2014
The Brevard Aces 18U defeated the SEB 16U Black 7-1 in seven innings.
Ryan Frost (2015, Merritt Island, FL) led the surge for the Aces by going 3-4 with two RBIs and a run. He connected with a double and two singles in the game. Michael Hall (2015, Rockledge, FL) helped with a solo homer in the game along with a single and scoring twice. Vinny Capra (2014, Viera, FL) joined in with a two RBI double, and Austin Fischer (2015, Palm Bay, FL) and Jackson Muldowney (2016, Titusville, FL) each helped with a base knock and a run.
AJ Shields (2015, Melbourne, FL) started for the Aces and went four perfect innings. He did not allow a hit or a run during his time. He walked one batter while striking out three. He ran the gun up to 80 mph. He throws all his pitches around the plate while changing speeds effectively. Jonathan Herndon (2015, Sebastian, FL) came in for three innings of relief and gave up a pair of hits and a run. He did not walk a single batter and struck out four. He maxed the gun at 88 mph on the gun.
Austin Russell (2016, Newnan, GA) and Hank Owens (2016, Lilburn, GA) contributed to the only offense for SEB with each getting a hit, and Russell driving in Owens off his hit.
Vipers and Elev8 Showcase Offenses
7/1/2014
The North Alabama Vipers and the Elev8 18U put on an offensive show with Elev8 taking the 10-9 shootout win. Elev8 did all their scoring in chunks, with five runs in both the first and sixth innings, and had to survive a late scare from the Vipers' offense after three walks and a wild pitch in the seventh inning put the tying run on third.
Brian Nido (2015, Gulliver Schools, FL) led the Elev8 offense with a perfect game at the plate, finishing 3-3 with a run scored and two doubles to lead the offense to nine team hits from seven players. Matt Sanders (2014, Bob Jones HS, AL) provided the power for the Vipers' offense, sparking his team to seven hits with a 2-3 game at the plate with an RBI and a game-high four runs scored with a triple and a solo homer in the third inning.
Chris Wallace (2014, Park Vista Community HS, FL) took the win for the Elev8 for his two and two thirds innings on the mound to lead a bullpen that put four pitchers on the mound. Wallace allowed two hits and three runs, one earned, while walking none and striking out one.
Sanders is credited with the loss for the Vipers for his one and a third innings on the mound to close out the game. The Troy recruit allowed two hits and five runs, two earned, while walking three and striking out two with a fastball averaging 79 mph and topping out at 82 mph.
Astros Move On Past Warducks
7/1/2014
The East Cobb Astros 16U defeated the Midwest Warducks 12-1 in six innings.
Rankin Woley (2016, Atlanta, GA) and M Foreman led the surge for the Astros by each tacking on a hit that drove in two RBIs and touching home once. Brenton Burgess (2015, Lithonia, GA) and Reggie Pruitt (2015, Kennesaw, GA) also helped by connecting with a single that drove in a run and scored twice in the game. Ryan January roped the only double for the team that plated a run and touching home once.
The Vanderbilt commit, Braxton Garrett (2016, Foley, AL), tossed five innings and let a pair of hits fall. He let a run score on hit during his time on the mound. He walked a batter and struck out six while touching 90 mph with his fastball. He has a large and projectable frame that comes with room to fill. He sets up hitters well while mixing speeds to keep batters off balance. He shows arm side turn on his fastball while keeping it under good control.
For the Warducks, Denver Coffee (2015, Vian, OK) and Brady Welsh (2015, Marshfield, MO) were the only players to connect for a hit. Kade Simmons (2016, Edmond, OK) drove in the only run of the game.
Bulldogs 8-1 Winners Over AP Baseball
7/1/2014
The East Cobb Bulldogs 18U team took care of AP Baseball 8-1. East Cobb scored in four different innings.
Winning pitcher Brando Ernest (2015, Chattahoochee, GA) pitched four innings of shutout ball. He allowed only one walk and one hit in the game. Braden Zarbnisky (2015, Pope, GA) threw two scoreless innings and struck out three
batters. His fastball sat 81-86 mph and topped out at 87 mph. Jacob Ramos (2015, Pope, GA) gave up an unearned run over an inning of work and his fastball ranged from 78-84 mph.
Nick Sieverts (2015, Cambridge, GA) went 2 for 3 with a run scored for the Bulldogs. Will Galloway (2015, Blessed Trinity Cath, GA) hit two doubles, scored a run, and drove in two runs. Jackson Webb (2015, Fellowship Christian School, GA) went 1 for 3 with two runs scored. Cole Austin (2015, Harrison, GA) doubled and scored two runs.
Lucas Marble went 1 for 2 with a run scored for AP Baseball.
Mizuno Team GA Use Big 5th Inning to Win
7/1/2014
Mizuno Team GA Baseball Academy 17U Blue broke out in the fifth inning to erase a 1-1 tie and go on to win 7-1 against the NJ Tigers.
Starter and Furman recruit Jonathan Mouw (2015, Creekview, GA) pitched a dominant four innings, only surrendered one unearned run and one hit. He struck out three batters on a fastball that sat 84-87 mph and topped out at 88 mph. Parker Carracci (2015, Jackson Preparatory, MS) threw a scoreless inning and struck out two hitters. His fastball sat 82-86 mph and peaked at 87 mph. Chandler Dinsmore's (2015, Dunwoody, GA) fastball ranged from 79-83 mph in his scoreless inning of relief.
Adam Sasser (2015, Greenbrier, GA) went 2 for 2 with a double and a run scored to pace Mizuno's offense. Nicholas Gatewood (2015, Peachtree Ridge, GA) doubled, scored a run, and drove in a run. Northwestern commit Jack Dunn (2015, Blessed Trinity Cath, GA) tripled and scored a run.
For the Tigers, Jordan Smith (2016, The Hun, NJ) was the only Tiger to get in the hit column. Mike Smith (2015, Mccorristin Catholic High School, NJ) scored their only run.
Upstate Mavericks Play Comeback Kids
7/1/2014
The Upstate Mavericks didn't shut it down and go home going into the sixth inning down 6-2. Orlando had just put up three runs in the bottom of the fifth. The Mavericks rallied back against the Orlando Baseball Academy 2014 team and won 7-6.
Lake Sumter CC recruit Mason McClellan (2014, Union Grove, GA) had the big hit in the sixth inning, a three-run shot to left, tying the game at 6-6. McClellan had a four total RBIs on the day. Georgia Southwestern State commit Jared Jones (2014, Union Grove, GA) tied the game up at 1 with his solo homer in the third inning. The Citadel commit Drew Ellis (2014, Blythewood, SC) went 1 for 2 with two runs scored.
University of South Carolina-Lancaster recruit Alex Boulware (2014, Blythewood, SC) recorded two important outs and picked up the win. Tennessee commit and starting pitcher Richard Jackson (2014, Woodward Academy, GA) threw four innings, faced 19 batters, and gave up three earned runs. His fastball sat 80-84 mph and peaked at 85 mph. Drew Ellis hit 86-88 mph in his scoreless inning of relief. Robert Westenrieder (2014, Blue Ridge, SC) only recorded one out, but topped out at 82 mph.
Jeremy Migliori (2014, Eustis, FL) hit a solo homer, doubled, and scored two runs for Orlando. Lipscomb commit Jeffrey Crisan (2014, Apopka, FL) hit a crucial two-run homerun in the fifth to increase their lead to 5-2 at the time. Crisan added another hit in the game too. Orlando starter Austin Boam (2014, East Ridge, FL) threw 5.2 innings, faced 27 batters, and gave up five earned runs.
0-0 Draw For Xtreme Baseball and Orioles
7/1/2014
OC Xtreme Baseball Academy and the Clarksville Orioles Black ended their battle Tuesday in a 0-0 draw.
Logan Birdwell (2015, Springfield, TN) threw the complete game for the Orioles. Birdwell ended with 2 H, 0 ER, 2 BB, and 3 K's. His fastball sat at 73-74 mph and touched 77 mph. Kyle Heggie (2015, Charlotte, TN) went 1-2 and has tallied five total hits on the tournament. Jo Jo Allen (2016, Clarksville, TN) went 1-2 and Nolen Milton (2015, Clarksville, TN) went 1-2 with a double.
Nathan Wiley (2015, San Diego, CA) and Kyle Hermann (2015, Laguna Niguel, CA) both had hits for the Xtreme. A.J. Discenzo (2015, San Juan Capistrano, CA) recorded six punch-outs in his 5.0 innings of work. His fastball sat at 77-78 mph and topped the gun at 80 mph.
Columbus Takes Down Aces 4-2
7/1/2014
Columbus Web Ball defeated the Georgia Aces 4-2 in a tough fought game. Columbus enjoyed a three-run fourth inning to get the scoring started.
Alain Santana (2015, Christopher Columbus, FL) singled in a run to get Columbus on the board in the fourth. Christopher Coipel (2015, Christopher Columbus
, FL) followed that up with a 2-run homer to right field, scoring Santana. That was one of Coipel's two hits on the day. Daniel Bello (2016, Christopher Columbus, FL) doubled and scored a run.
Winning pitcher Nicholas Silva (2015, Christopher Columbus, FL) threw three scoreless innings and only gave up one hit. He didn't walk a batter, struck out four, and his fastball ranged from 82-85 mph. Eddy Amaro (2016, Christopher Columbus, FL) threw two innings, gave up an unearned run, and his fastball topped out at 82 mph.
Kyle Pisanti (2015, North Paulding, GA) went 2 for 4 with a run scored for the Aces. Ryan Roon (2016, North Paulding, GA) went 1 for 3 with a double. The Aces ran out five different pitchers to take the mound against Columbus. Ryan Parker (2016, Harrison, GA) threw two scoreless innings. Max Ryan (2015, Etowah, GA) gave up an unearned over his inning of work. His fastball sat 80-82 mph and peaked at 83 mph.
Ahern Sits 'Em Down in Florida Burn's 2-0
7/1/2014
The pitching was the story in this Florida Burn 18U Navy and East Cobb Dodgers game. Florida Burn was able to scrap across two runs and that was all they needed in their 2-0 victory.
Ryan Ahern (2014, Venice Senior, FL) scattered four hits and two walks over his seven brilliant innings of work. He picked up the win as he struck out eight batters on a fastball that topped out at 82 mph. Brett McCabe (2014, Riverview, FL) hit an RBI single in the first inning. Jake Richardson's (2014, Calvary Christian, FL) RBI double in the fifth put Florida Burn up 2-0.
Charvez (CJ) Carter (2016, Decatur, GA) put together a good start, giving up two runs over six innings. He struck out eight batters and topped out at 84 mph. Austin Guelzo (2015, Kell, GA) had a two-hit game for the Dodgers.
Pitching Shines in "Gold" Win
7/1/2014
Over the Mountain Baseball "Gold" got the best of the Houston Banditos (Rodriquez) with their close 4-1 win over them. They enjoyed a four-run first inning and their pitching did the rest.
Nquyen gave up only one run over 4.2 innings of winning work. He topped out at 82 mph. Loos topped out at 83 mph in his two scoreless innings on the mound. Dillard went 2 for 3 with one run scored and one RBI. Boyd went 1 for 3 with two RBIs.
Banditos starter Mason Howat (2014, Jersey Village, TX) gave up four runs in 1.1 innings of work. His fastball ranged from 80-83 mph. Quinn Stroube (2015, Stratford, TX) gave up only one hit and two walks over his 4.2 innings of relief work. Karan Patel (2015, Kempner, TX) went 2 for 3 with a double and an RBI. Hayden Brown (2015, Clark, TX) had a nice two-hit game for the Banditos.
Clutch Hitting For EC Padres
7/1/2014
The East Cobb Padres 18's edged the DoubleDay Rockies 18U by a score of 4-3. The Padres improved to 3-3 and the Rockies fell to 3-2-1.
In the bottom of the 6th, L. Mathews (#43) smashed a solo home run that tied the game at 3-3. In the bottom of the 7th, Colin Bearden (2015, Adairsville, GA) roped a double to centerfield and later advanced to third on a passed ball. D. Husley (#41) stepped to the plate and hit the game winning sac fly to score Bearden.
T. Brown (#34) went 2-3 with a triple and two RBIs for the Padres.
Rumsui (#42) pitched the complete game for the victors. Rumsui's statistics include 7.0 IP, 3 H, 1 ER, 4 BB, and 7 K's. His fastball touched 83 mph and he flashed a late breaking 69 mph curveball.
Brayden McCollum (2016, Cedartown, GA) and Gabe Howell (2016, Trion, GA) both had RBIs for the Rockies. Brett Peek (2014, Calhoun, GA) went 2-3 with two singles. Peek has good plate coverage and is a very confident hitter. Devin Bilardello (2015, Marietta, GA) went 1-1 with a double and two stolen bases.
East Coast Wins Big 8-0
7/1/2014
East Coast Baseball Diamond blanked the SCORE International 18U team 8-0. Winning 2-0 for most of the game, East Coast put up a six spot in the bottom of the fourth inning to divide themselves from SCORE.
Tyler Slayton (2015, Paul W Bryant, AL) doubled in three runs in the fourth inning to cap off a big inning for East Coast. Landen Davis (2015, American Christian Academy, AL) had a nice two-hit game, scored a run, and added an RBI. Cody Mordecai (2014, Heritage Academy, SC) grabbed the win with his five innings of two-hit ball. He didn't walk one batter and struck out seven. His fastball sat 83-85 mph and touched 87 mph.
Daniel Johnson (2014, Faith Baptist Christian, FL) and Diamond Johnson (2014, Hillsborough, FL) were the only SCORE hitters to get into the hit column. Bryan Garcia (2014, Faith Baptist Christian, FL) threw 3.1 innings, faced 15 hitters, and his fastball sat 82-86 mph. Jose Monge (2014, Faith Baptist Christian, FL) only recorded two outs, but his fastball ranged from 81-83 mph.
All About the Chi in 10-1 Win
7/1/2014
The Chi Town Cream 18U team won big 10-1 over the 212 Foundation Sports A's 17's. Foundation Sports put up a run in the top half of the first, but the rest of the game was all Chi Town. Two pitchers teamed up on a no-hitter for the Chi Town Cream.
Winning pitcher Jacob Miednik (2014, Marjory Stoneman Douglas, FL) threw the first four scoreless and hitless innings for Chi Town. He showed great mound presence as he struck out six batters and his fastball ranged from 82-85 mph. Andrew Bailey (2015, Honeoye Falls-Lima Senior, NY) came on in relief, gave up a run on no hits, and recorded one out. His fastball sat 77-84 mph and peaked at 85 mph.
Ryan Suwanski (2014, Dundee-Crown, IL) hit a homerun, drove in two runs, and scored two runs of his own to pace Chi Town. Northwestern commit Tommy Bordignon (2014, Loyola, IL) went 2 for 3 with a triple and two runs scored. Western Illinois recruit Colton Pogue (2014, Blue Springs South, MO) went 2 for 3 with a double and three RBIs.
Keyston Fuller (2015, Griffin, GA) scored the A's only run.
Bluerocks Use 3-Run Third to Down Prospects
7/1/2014
Grand Slam Bluerocks edged the Prospects National Team 5-2 in a well-played game by both sides. The Bluerocks put up three runs in the third inning to separate themselves from the Prospects.
John Catchmark (2015, Governor Mifflin, PA) went the distance and gave up two runs--one earned--on three hits and two walks. He struck out ten batters on a fastball that sat 78-83 mph and touched 84 mph. Don Walsh (2014, Notre Dame, NJ) hit the game-winning run in on his two-run double in the third inning. He would later come around and score. Tyler Galazin (2015, Notre Dame, NJ) went 1 for 3 with a run scored and a run batted in.
Angelina College commit Ty Clark (2014, Concordia Lutheran, TX) threw two scoreless innings and his fastball ranged from 82-85 mph. John Hisel's (2014, East Jessamine, KY) fastball ranged from 80-85 mph in his four innings of work. He gave up five runs (three earned). Sterling Craig (2014, Clark, TX) hit an RBI double in the second inning to put the Prospects up 1-0. Scoring on the play was Clayton Harp (2015, El Campo, TX), who singled to right to get the inning going.
Next Level Upperclass Edges Out SoCal 5-3
7/1/2014
Next Level Upperclass defeated SoCal SKLZ/TROSKY 5-3. Their three-run second inning was the difference.
Winning pitcher, and South Florida commit, Matthew Sellers (2015, Vero Beach, FL) threw three innings, giving up two runs--one earned--on two hits and three walks. He attacked hitters with his 86-89 mph fastball and had three strikeouts. Chipola College recruit Reese Cooley (2014, Fleming Island, FL) threw three scoreless innings and his fastball ranged from 81-83 mph. Mississippi commit Jared Padgett (2015, Graceville, FL) sat 85-87 mph in his one inning of work.
Another Chipola College recruit Jay Estes (2014, Wakulla, FL) hit a solo homer in the fifth inning to bring the score to 5-2. He added another RBI earlier in the game. Wesley Weeks (2014, Clay, FL) went 2 for 3 with a double, a run scored, and a run batted in. Florida State commit Tyler Holton (2015, Lincoln, FL) doubled and scored in the second.
For SoCal, Matt Carrigg (2016, John H. Pitman, CA) showed good extension out front in his three innings of work. His fastball sat 83-86 mph and it topped out at 88 mph. He struck out three batters. Alex Tovalin's (2015, Otay Ranch, CA) deceptive delivery gave him four strikeouts over his four innings of work. He gave up one run on two hits and two walks. His fastball sat 80-85 mph and hit 87 mph.
Arizona commit Alfonso Rivas (2015, La Jolla Country Day, CA) had a nice two-hit game. Another Arizona commit Keaton Weisz (2015, La Jolla Country Day, CA) got a hit and scored two runs from the leadoff spot.
Chain Black Takes Care of Banditos 11-3
7/1/2014
Chain Black 18U took this game 11-3 over the Houston Banditos (Atkinson). Chain Black scored three runs in the third and four runs in the fourth to separate themselves from the Banditos.
Chain Black got a lot of great offensive performances. Daniel Tefft (2014, Valdosta, GA) went 2 for 5 with a triple, two runs scored, and three RBIs. Matthew Powell (2014, Treutlen, GA) went 2 for 3 with a double and three runs scored on the day. Jared Lewellen (2014, Lowndes, GA) went 2 for 5 with a double, a run scored, and two RBIs. Lincoln Hewett (2015, North Hall, GA) went 2 for 4 with a triple, a run scored, and three RBIs. Brandon Robinson (2014, Arlington Christian, GA) went 2 for 4 with a run batted in.
Winning pitcher, and Georgia Southern recruit, Brett Decker (2015, GA) gave up two runs (one earned) over five innings of work. He only surrendered four hits and two walks. He struck out six batters on a fastball that sat 80-85 mph and hit 87 mph. Ty Bennett (2014, Ware County, GA) gave up one unearned run in his two innings of relief. He topped out at 82 mph and struck out two batters.
Taylor Cox (2015, Katy, TX) had a two-hit game, scored a run, and added an RBI. Ryan Maybee (2015, Memorial, TX) hit an RBI single in the bottom of the first to give the Banditos a 2-1 edge at the time. David Coffman (2014, Cinco Ranch
, TX) threw four innings, facing 26 batters, and struck out two batters. His fastball sat 80-84 mph and touched 85 mph.
All Evoshield Canes North in 16-0 Victory
7/1/2014
Evoshield Canes North 17U took an inning to warm up offensively, but starting in the second inning they couldn't be stopped. Evoshield put it all together in their 16-0 win over the East Cobb Padres-Navy.
Brady Shreeves (2015, Parkside, MD) and Yianni Tsiamis (2015, Paul Vl Catholic, VA) combined on a no-hitter for the Evoshield Canes North. Shreeves threw 2.1 innings, walked two batters, and picked up the win. His fastball sat 79-85 mph, it topped out at 86 mph, and he struck out four hitters. Tsiamis topped out at 82 mph in his 1.2 innings of relief work. He walked one and struck out three batters.
Virginia Tech Stephen Polansky (2015, Hickory, VA) had a perfect day at the plate, going 2 for 2 with two runs scored and two RBIs. James Monaghan (2015, La Plata, MD) hit in a game-high three runs. Pat Daly (2015, Warhill, VA) doubled, scored a run, and batted in two runs.
SBO-Florida Brings Out the Lumber in 13-5 Win
7/1/2014
SBO-Florida put eight quick runs in the first inning and went on to win the game 13-5 against the Alabama Bandits.
Kevin Edgardo Rivera (2015, Academia La Milagros, PR) had three RBIs total, which included a 2-run double and run scored. Juan Perez (2015, Colegio San Felipe, PR) went 1 for 2 with two runs scored and two runs batted in. Adrian Perez (2015, Puerto Rico, PR) hit a 2-run single in the first and later scored that inning.
Winning pitcher Jonathan Cruz (2015, Academia Cristo Low Milagros, PR) worked four innings and gave up five runs--one earned--on three hits and one walk. He recorded four strikeouts.
For the Bandits, Tyler Wise (2015, Spain Park, AL) doubled, scored a run, and added an RBI. Jacob Oswalt (2014, Hoover, AL) went 2 for 3 at the dish. Oswalt also gave up one earned run over 2.1 innings of work on the mound.
Georgia Roadrunners beat Tigers.
6/30/2014
Justin Dutka's pitching leads Georgia Roadrunners 17U past the Tigers Sports Club Select 1-0. John Valente (New Rochelle, New Rochelle, NY 2013) was the hot hitter for the Tigers Sports Club Select. He went 2-3 for the game. Alec Wilson (West Forsyth, Cumming, GA 2015) was the hot hitter for the Georgia Roadrunners 17U. He went 1-2 for the game with scoring one run.
Jerry Liang (Manhattan Center For Science & Mathematics, New York, NY 2014) was the ace pitcher today for the Tigers Sports Club Select. He tossed 5.2 innings worth while giving up five hits, one run, walking two and striking out two. Justin Dutka (Lambert, Suwanee, GA 2015) was the other ace pitcher for the Georgia Roadrunners 17U. He seven innings worth while giving up six hits and striking out four. Liang fastball range for the game was 82-85 mph. Dutka fastball range for the game was 78-81 mph.
North Coast beat Suncoast Select.
6/30/2014
North Texas Beast makes the most of five hits in 8-6 victory over Suncoast Select. Andrew Wolfe (Newman Smith, Dallas, TX 2015) was the hot hitter for the North Texas Beast. He went 1-2 for the game with scoring one run and had one RBI. Robbie Hanlon (Pasco, Dade City, FL 2014, Santa Fe CC) was the hot hitter for Suncoast Select. He went 2-2 for the game with scoring two runs and had one RBI.
Chadlacane Rodriguez (Lone Star, Frisco, TX 2014) was the ace pitcher for North Coast Beast. He tossed 4.1 innings worth while giving up four hits, three runs, walking six and striking out one. Turner Imhoff (Pasco, Dade City, FL 2014) was the ace pitcher for Suncoast Select. He tossed seven innings worth while giving up five hits, eight runs, walking three and striking out four. Rodriguez fastball range for the game was 76-81 mph. Imhoff fastball range for the game was 77-81 mph.
MVP Baseball ties Team Alabama-John.
6/30/2014
MVP Baseball tied Team Alabama-Johnson after seven innings of baseball. Colton Currey (Central Dauphin, Harrisburg, PA 2015) was the hot hitter for the MVP Baseball. He went 1-2 for the game with scoring one run and had one RBI. Jason Agsalud (Hoover, Hoover, AL 2015) was the hot hitter for the Team Alabama-Johnson. He went 1-2 for the game and had one RBI.
Cody Reed (Santa Barbara 2014) was the ace pitcher for the MVP Baseball. He tossed six innings worth while giving up two hits, one run, walking one, and striking out six. Ben Brakefield (Hayden, Warrior, AL 2017) was the ace pitcher for the Team Alabama-Johnson. He tossed seven innings worth while giving up seven hits, one run, walking three and striking out four. Brakefield fastball range for the game was 65-81 mph.
ECB Yankees blow out Team Elite Black 11-1
6/30/2014
The East Cobb Yankees torched Team Elite Black for 11 runs while limiting them to just one hit in an 11-1 victory.
Georgia commit Shane Tucker (2015, Union Grove HS, GA) only allowed one run for the Yankees on a hit, three walks, and a hit by pitch with four punch outs in four innings. He was effectively wild with an explosive fastball that maxed out at 94 mph, sitting 87-92 mph with life from a high 3/4 arm angle. Tucker also broke off a devastating 79-83 mph slider with tight rotation and late break that he can throw to both sides of the plate. He's got a smooth, online and balanced delivery where he uses his lower half well with good hip rotation and effortless arm action.
Blake Jackson (2014, Houston County HS, GA), a Georgia Tech commit, was a beast with the lumber going 2-2 with a three-run homer, double, a hit by pitch, and scored three runs. Another Georgia Tech commit Wade Bailey (2014, Villa Rica HS, GA) singled and walked, stealing two bases and scoring two runs. Casey Selfe (2015, Union Grove HS, GA) singled twice, scored a run and drove home one, and Georgia Tech commit Tyler Stephenson (2015, Kennesaw Mountain HS, GA) was on base all three times up with a single and a pair of walks, scoring once.
Will Simmons (2015, West Hall HS, GA) was the lone member of Team Elite Black with a base hit, smacking an RBI single in the 2nd inning.
Berler tosses shut out for Over the Mountain Gold
6/30/2014
Over the Mountain Baseball "Gold" was on the receiving end of a stellar pitching performance and their offense tacked up eight runs in an 8-0 shut out of Florida Burn 18U Navy.
Not only did Berler pitch a seven inning shut out for Over the Mountain, he also roped a triple and a single, scoring twice and driving in one. On the hill he limited Florida Burn Navy to three hit and one walk while striking out six and uncorking a pair of wild pitches. He sat in the 75-80 mph range with his fastball, peaking at 82 mph with good command of the pitch. Berler also threw a 71-75 mph change up and 66-71 mph curve ball with late break while the all come from a high 3/4 arm angle.
Belcher launched a bomb in the 7th of the solo variety, also doubling in a run in the opening frame. Watson picked up a double and a single, scoring both times while Boyd roped a triple and walked but was stranded each time out. Haight singled twice for Over the Mountain, scoring once and also driving in one.
Casey Smith (2015, Lake Mary Preparatory HS, FL) and Logan Keedy (2015, Newsome HS, FL) each got as far as third base with Smith singling and Keedy reaching on an error. Curtis Williamson (2015, Newsome HS, FL) and Jacob Rivers (2016, Sickels HS, FL) round out the Burn players to get a base hit with each hitting a single. Ishmael Pray (2015, Lakeland Senior HS, FL) worked the lone walk for the team.
Albert Neff (2014, Pine Ridge HS, FL) struck out 10 batters in his five innings of work but also allowed four runs on six hits. He featured a fastball the topped out at 87 mph and sat in the 82-85 mph range with armside run that he could elevate and came from a high 3/4 arm angle. Neff also showed a 71-75 mph curve with 11/5 or 1/7 break and a 76-77 mph slider to go with a 75 mph change up.
Rivera and Gnorio lead SBO-Florida to 5-2 win
6/30/2014
SBO-Florida racked up the extra bases on Traveler's Baseball, having half of their hits going for two baggers in a 5-2 win.
Kevin Edgardo Rivera (2015, Academia La Milagrosa, PR) roped a pair of doubles to lead SBO-Florida's offense, also drawing a walk, scoring once and driving in one. Darnell Lamboy Roque (2015, Academia La Milagrosa, PR) also doubled and hit a sac fly, bringing in two runs and scoring one himself. Juan Perez (2015, Colegio San Felipe, PR) also had an RBI double while Gerald Collazo (2014, Coral Glades HS, PR) and Julio Bautista (2014, JP Taravella HS, FL) each singled twice. Collazo would come around to score both times, reached on an error and stole a base while Bautista plated one.
Christian Gnorio (2015, Puerto Rico HS, PR) was solid on the mound, working six innings and striking out six with two runs allowed (one earned) on four hits, two walks and a hit batter. Gnorio sat 73-78 mph with his fastball, peaking at 79 mph with a 66-69 mph hook and 71 mph slider. He made one bad pitch and Tyler Lienerth (2014, Midview HS, OH) made him pay.
Lienerth launched a solo homer into the night in the 6th inning, accounting for the Traveler's only RBI on the night. Zach Minney (2015, Elyria HS, OH) scored the other run after reaching on a single in the 5th inning. Joushia Mack (2014, Cuyahoga Falls HS, OH) and Eliseo Contreras (2015, Fremont Ross HS, OH) round out the rest of the Traveler's to get a hit with both poking a single. Mack also stole a base, as did Zack Bires (2014, Marion L Steele HS, OH) who reached on a walk.
Smith tosses shut out for Evoshield North in 2-0 W
6/30/2014
Evoshield Canes North 17U took care of business with a dominant performance out of Brett Smith (2015, Bucknell HS, PA) as they went on to top Chain Baseball Columbus Pirates 2-0.
Smith, an Old Dominion commit, delivered seven shut out innings while working around five hits and two walks, striking out six. He maxed out at 88 mph with his fastball, sitting 85-87 with a 72-74 mph hook and 77-79 mph change up.
Virginia Tech commit Grant Maiorana (2015, Western Branch HS, VA) was on base all three times up, drawing a pair of walks and knocking a triple, also scoring once. Pat Daly (2015, Warhill HS, VA) also tripled, driving in a run and Chris Rabasco (2015, Parkland HS, PA), a Pennsylvania commit, singled for the only other hit for the Canes.
Chandler Taylor (2015, Alabama Christian Academy, AL), an Alabama commit, knocked a double and a single for Chain Baseball, getting stranded on base both times. Georgia Perimeter commit Keon Thompson (2014, Manchester HS, GA) singled twice, stole two bases and was picked off once, and Mark Fraser (2015, Savannah Christian Prep, GA) singled as well.
Deacon Medders (2016, Hale County HS, GA) turned in a scorless appearance, throwing 3.2 frames with just one hit and three walks allowed to go with a pair of punch outs. He sat in the 84-86 mph range with the heater, reaching back for as hard as 87 mph, complimenting it with a 73-75 mph curve. Lawson Humphreys (2017, Glenwood School Inc, GA) allowed the only two runs of the game on his watch which spanned two innings. He walked two, hit two batters, and allowed two hits but broke the 90 mph barrier with his fastball, topping out at 91 mph. Humphries sat comfortably in the 87-90 mph range with it and also mixed in a pair of breaking ball and a 77 mph change up. A 74-77 mph curve was the go-to breaker with a 76-77 mph slider also in the bag.
SCORE International trounce NOLA Monsters 11-3
6/30/2014
Ironically enough, a monster fourth inning from the sticks of SCORE International 18U plated eight runs and blew open a tie game, defeating NOLA Monsters Baseball 11-3.
Furman commit Mike Campoamar (2014, Wiregrass HS, FL) and Raudy Martinez (2015, Faith Baptist Christian, FL) drove in three runs each for SCORE International with Martinez knocking a double and a triple, scoring once. Ashton Pratt (2015, Faith Baptist Christian, FL) also doubled and drove in one while Diamond Johnson (2014, Hillsborough HS, FL) doubled and singled, plating two runs and scoring two as well.
State College of Florida commit Ronny Orta (2014, Faith Baptist Christian, FL) tossed a five inning complete game, allowing three unearned runs on six hits, a hit batter, and four walks. He struck out seven by working a plus fastball in the 83-88 mph range, topping out at 89 mph. Orta also showed a 69-77 mph slider with tight rotation and a 71-80 mph change up from a low 3/4 arm angle with outstanding arm speed.
Zack Tripp (2014, John Curtis Christian, LA) roped a two-run triple for NOLA Monsters and also singled. Peyton Lacoste (2015, St. Paul's HS, LA) singled and scored, Tad Richard (2016, Central HS, LA) knocked a single as well and reached on an error, and Trevor Buster (2016, St. Paul's HS, LA) hit a single as well. Blake Appel (2015, Gulfport HS, MS) struck out four in his 3.1 innings of work and hit 84 mph with his fastball and showed a 70-74 mph slider as his go-to breaking ball.
Late rally lifts DoubleDaya Rockies to 9-5 victory
6/30/2014
DoubleDay Rockies 18U put up a crooked number in the sixth inning, sending six across the plate en route to a 9-5 victory over Clarksville Orioles Black.
Alabama commit Alex Webb (2015, Columbia Central HS, TN) led the way for the Rockies with a towering two-run homer to get the late rally started and knot the game at five, also kicking in two singles. Quinton Kay (2015, Pepperell HS, GA) picked up three singles and scored twice as Matt Mullinax (2016, Calhoun HS, GA) roped a pair of doubles, driving in two and scoring once. Jacksonville State commit Brody Wofford (2015, Model HS, GA) also had an RBI double for the Rockies.
Jesse Rentz (2014, Rabun County HS, GA), a Pensacola State commit, earned the win with two innings of relief, allowing a single run on three hits and a walk, striking out one. His heater topped out at 79 mph with a 63-65 mph slider. Getting the start for DoubleDay was Daylon Gates (2014, Cedartown HS, GA) who struck out four in five innings, allowing four runs on seven hits and a pair of walks. The Middle Georgia College commit was sitting in the 82-85 mph range with his fastball, kicking it up to 87 mph on at least one occasion, with armside run from a high 3/4 arm angle. He complimented that with a 72-74 mph slider he was not afraid to throw with a deceptive delivery.
Clayton Caskey (2014, Northeast HS, TN) was the star offensive performer for Clarksville, going 3-4 with a double and a run scored. Nate Harris (2015, Northeast HS, TN) and Nolen Milton (2015, Clarskville HS, TN) both picked up a pair of singles with Harris driving in two and scoring one while Mittan also walked, scored, and brought home one. Bailey Baker (2016, Sycamore HS, TN) also roped an RBI double and then scored.
Dulin Dodgers demolish USA Hawks 16-4
6/30/2014
A trio of Dodgers players accounted for 10 hits, seven RBI and eight runs scored as the Dulin Dodgers absolutely crushed USA Hawks 16-4 for their 5th straight win.
Ben Ellis (2015, Briarcrest Christian HS, TN) was a perfect 4-4 for the Dodgers, roping three extra base knocks with two triples, a double, and a single with two runs scored and two RBI. Von Watson (2015, Briarcrest Christian HS, TN) was also a monster with the lumber, launching a three-run shot, a triple, single, stolen base and three runs scored. Preston Parrish (2014, Evangelical Christian HS, TN) doubled and knocked a pair of singles with three runs scored, a stolen base, and two RBI. Sam Simmons (2015, Dyer County HS, TN) pitched in a double and a single, also stealing a base with an RBI, sacrifice, and a run scored. Clay Casey (2014, DeSoto Central HS, TN) joined Watson in going deep, hitting a two-run bomb, working a walk and scoring two times.
John Bowers handled all the pitching duties, throwing five innings with four runs (three earned) allowed on six hits and four walks with four punch outs. He also hit a batter and uncorked three wild pitches. His fastball sat 80-84 mph with a peak velocity of 85 mph, and he also mixed in a 67-71 mph curve from a high 3/4 arm angle and online delivery.
Sky Mercedes (2015, New Canaan HS, CT) was credited with the only two RBI's of the game for the Hawks, roping a double in the second. John Reda (2015, Mahopac HS, NY) was on base twice, working a walk and knocking a single with two stolen bases and a run scored.
Frank Vasuvio (2016, Byram Hills HS, NY) got the start and was hit hard through three innings but did touch 87 mph with his fastball, sitting 80-85 mph with armside run. He also showed a 68-75 mph curve with 10/4 or 2/8 break and good depth along with a 76 mph change up, all coming from a 3/4 arm slot and deceptive delivery.
Knights beat McDonalds Bears.
6/30/2014
Knights Baseball 18U America hang on against the McDonalds Bears, 4-3. Grant Hawkins (Oakland, Smyra, TN 2014) was the hot hitter today for the Knight Baseball 18U America. He went 1-4 for the game with scoring one run. Bo Brach (Catholic, Baton Rouge, LA 2015) was the hot hitter today for the McDonalds Bears. He went 1-3 for the game with scoring two runs.
Tanner Burns (Sparkman, Nashville, TN 2014) recorded the win for Knights Baseball 18U America. He allowed three runs over 4 1/3 innings with striking out three, walked two and surrendered five hits. Mathew Bremer (Catholic, Baton Rouge, LA 2016) ended up on the wrong side of the pitching decision with getting the loss. He lasted just three innings, walked two, struck out none, and allowed four runs. Burns fastball range for the game was 81-85 mph. Bremer fastball range for the game was 77-82 mph.
East Cobb Dodgers beat CageRat.
6/30/2014
Fifth-inning rally sparks blowout win for the East Cobb Dodgers, 11-2. Jamie Balevic (Lassiter, Marietta, GA 2014) racked up five RBIs on two hits for the East Cobb Dodgers. Zach Donnelly (Terre Haute South Vigo, Terre Haute, IN 2014) was the hot bat for the CageRat Baseball Blue. He went 1-3 for the game with scoring one run.
Nick Cachussie (Lassiter, Roswell, GA 2015) got it done on the hill on the way to a win. He allowed two runs over four innings with striking out five, walked three and gave up five hits. Zach Donnelly couldn't get it done on the mound for CageRat Baseball Blue, with taking the loss. He allowed nine runs in 4 2/3 innings, walked five and struck out six. Cachussie fastball range for the game was 77-80 mph.
Angels Baseball No Hitter.
6/30/2014
No-hitter leads the Angels Baseball Heaven 18U past Baseball Mentoring Program, Inc. 2-0. Brandon Smith (McKeel Academy of Technology, Lakeland, FL 2014) and Dustin Caldwell (Mulberry Senior, Mulberry, FL 2013) were the hot bats tonight for the Angels Baseball Heaven 18U. Smith went 1-2 for the game with scoring one run. Caldwell went 1-2 for the game with scoring one run.
Keven Long (Plant City, Plant City FL 2013) was untouchable for the Angels Baseball Heaven with getting the no-hitter today. No Baseball Mentoring Program, Inc. batter was able to locate Keven's pitches during the game. He strike out sixteen batters and walking one while on the bump. Hunter White (Sheldon, Galt, CA 2015) took the loss today for the Baseball Mentoring Progam, Inc. He lasted just six innings, walked none, struck out one, and allowed two runs. Long fastball range for the game was 85-87 mph. White fastball range for the game was 80-82 mph.
East Cobb Padres beat Northeast.
6/30/2014
Northeast Baseball Lookouts falls 10-3 at the hands of the East Cobb Padres 18's. K Brannon (Boaz, Boaz, AL 2014, Marion Milatary Institute) racked up two RBIs on two hits for the East Cobb Padres 18's. It was a good day at the plate for Northeast Baseball Lookouts' Ben Johnston (Avon Old Farms, Winchester, MA 2015). He went 3-4 and scored two runs. He singled in the first, third, and seventh innings.
Caleb Jameson got the win for the East Cobb Padres 18's. He allowed three runs over seven innings with striking out eight, walked four and gave up seven hits. Hyland couldn't get it done on the mound for Northeast Baseball Lookouts, with taking the loss. He lasted just 5 1/3 innings, walked two, struck out six, and allowed five runs. Jameson fastball range for the game was 75-81 mph. Tommy Hyland (Nashua High School North, Littleton, MA 2015) fastball range for the game was 77-81 mph.
Jaiman Halts Vipers Comeback, Sandlot Wins
6/30/2014
Sandlot had the lead 4-1 heading into the bottom of the seventh inning against the North Alabama Vipers. The Vipers put together a rally until Sandlot's Dominick Jaiman (2014, Charles Page, OK) came in and shut the door. Sandlot escaped with a 4-3 win.
Missouri State commit Nick Brown (2014, Catoosa, OK) became the winning pitcher of record as he threw six innings of one-run ball. He only surrendered two hits and three walks. His fastball ranged from 85-90 mph and he struck out seven batters. Max Simpson (2014, Bishop Kelley, OK) didn't record an out, but topped out at 82 mph. Northern Oklahoma College-ENID recruit Tyler Culver (2014, Pawhuska, OK) couldn't record an out either, but his fastball ranged from 82-85 mph. Jaiman topped out at 84 mph in his scoreless inning of work.
Garrett Hall (2014, Owasso, OK) and Labette CC commit Logan Gipson (2014, Bixby, OK) both went 1 for 3 with an RBI for Sandlot.
KeWayne McCray (2014, Brookwood, AL) threw five innings and gave up three unearned runs.
His fastball ranged from 83-86 mph and he had four strikeouts. Troy recruit Matt Sanders (2014, Bob Jones, AL) gave up one run in his two innings of work. His fastball sat 81-83 mph and touched 85 mph. Collin Blackwood (2016, Hartselle, AL) went 1 for 2 with an RBI at the plate for the Vipers.
Vipers Fall Short of Close Comeback
6/30/2014
The Sandlot defeated the North Alabama Vipers 4-3 in seven innings.
The Sandlot only tacked on a six hits with all being singles. Logan Gipson (2014, Tulsa, OK) and Garrett Hall (2014, Owasso, OK) led the surge for the team by collecting one hit each along with a RBI and a walk. Houston Glad (2014, Tahlequah, OK), John Davis (2014, Tulsa, OK), Connor Crutchfield (2014, Tulsa, OK), and Tyler Culver (2014, Pawhuska, OK ) were the other batters to add on a single for the team.
The Missouri State commit, Nick Brown (2014, Tulsa, OK), tossed most of the game for the Sandlot. He let a pair of hits fall with one earned run. He walked three batters and struck out seven opponents. He has a strong lower half with a large and projectable frame. He attacks hitters constantly and has arm side run on his fastball. He maxed out his fastball at 90 mph and showed a curve and a change up while on the bump.
For the North Alabama Vipers, the team was able to walk more times than striking out. Matt Sanders (2014, Madison, AL) led his team with three walks in the game and a run and a RBI. Darien Prewett (2014, Columbia, TN) and Collin Blackwood (2016, Hartselle, AL) each tacked on the only hits for the team. Blackwood also added the other RBI for the team.
Sanders started for the Vipers and went two innings. He let a lone run and hit occur while he was on the mound. He walked a batter and struck out three on his 85 mph fastball. KeWayne McCray (2014, Brookwood, AL) tossed the last five innings. He scattered five hits and three runs to score with all being unearned. He walked three batters and struck out four. He ran the gun up to 86 mph with his fastball. McCray threw easy and came with an arm that works well. He has a long arm circle in the back and tosses from a high 3/4 arm angle.
Jackets top Prospects
6/30/2014
Strong pitching help Georgia Jackets 17U beat PacWest Prospects 5-0. Grant Pfost (2014, Sequoyah, GA) started and lasted an inning. He struck out two and did not allow a hit. Steven Etcher (2015, Dunwoody, GA) came in and threw the rest. In six innings, he fanned seven and allowed four hits. Brantley Flanagan (2014, Sequoyah, GA) led the offense with two singles and came around to touch home plate twice. Denver Dangerfield (2015, J.R. Arnold, FL) went 2 for 2 with an RBI. Spencer Pfost (2015, Sequoyah, GA) pitched in with two singles of his own.
Cody Anthony (2015, Mountain View Senior, OR) pitched for the Prospects. He struck out four and allowed five walks in six innings. Tyler Ross (2015, Ridgeview, OR) went 2 for 3 with a double.
Hunter Linn throws no-no for East Coast Elite
6/29/2014
East Coast Baseball Elite jumped Pro Source 18U for 15 runs while Hunter Linn (2014, Hillcrest HS, AL) did not allow a hit in their 15-0 demolishing.
Linn only threw three innings, but that was all the team needed to mercy rule the opposition. The Wallace State CC - Hanceville commit walked two and struck out three while sitting in the 85-87 mph range with a 73-74 mph 12/6 curve and 79 mph change up from a high 3/4 arm angle.
Four hitters managed two hits in the game with Hinds CC commit Kyle O'Keefe (2014, Madison Central HS, MS) racking up three knocks for East Coast Baseball Elite. O'Keefe drove in two with a trio of singles while Sam Finnerty (2015, Pelham HS, AL) and Drew Avans (2014, Thompson HS, AL), a Southeastern Louisiana commit went yahtzee. Finnerty, a South Carolina commit, also singled and walked, scoring all three times with two RBI while Avans also kicked in a double, three RBI's, a stolen base, and two runs scored. Alabama commit Zack Coker (2014, Northridge HS, AL) also plated three, roping a double and a triple while scoring both times. Mississippi State commit Cole Gordon (2014, Steinbrenner HS, FL) also crossed the dish twice on a single and walk.
Josh Abalos (2015, Hebron HS, TX) and Jay Flores (2014, Flower Mound HS, TX) worked the two walks for Pro Source, with neither advancing past the first base bag. Stanton Lohrengel (2014, Bryan Adams HS, TX) was torched on the mound but still hit 85 mph on the gun with his fastball.
Next Level dominates Evoshield Canes 6-1
6/29/2014
Next Level Upperclass poured on the runs early, scoring all of their runs in the first three frames en route to a decisive 6-1 win over Evoshield Canes North 17U.
Jay Estes (2014, Wakulla HS, FL), a Chipola College commit, led Next Level with a pair of doubles and a walk, scoring twice with one RBI. South Alabama commit Jared Barnes (2014, North Florida Christian, FL) was also on base three times, drawing two walks with a single and an RBI. Wesley Weeks (2014, Clay HS, FL) doubled in one and scored while Tramayne Holmes (2014, James Rickards HS, FL) swiped a pair of bases after getting hit by a pitch and working a walk.
Andrew Toelken (2014, Clay HS, FL) threw four innings in his start, allowing an unearned run on a walk and three hits with two punch outs. The St. Johns River CC commit used a plus fastball that hit 91 mph on the radar gun, sitting 87-91 mph from a high 3/4 arm angle. Toelken also worked a 77-79 mph slider with an 80-81 mph change and a smooth delivery. South Florida commit Matthew Sellers (2015, Vero Beach HS, FL) struck out one and hit a batter in one inning of work, peaking at 90 mph with his heater while sitting 88-89 mph and also showing a 74-77 mph curve.
Robert Fitzwater (2015, Nansemond River HS, VA) was solid starting for Evoshield, allowing one run on two hits, four walks, hitting two batters and throwing two wild pitches with five punch outs. He worked his heater in the 81-84 mph range with a 67-75 mph curve he used judiciously. Virginia Tech commit Paul Hall (2015, Maury HS, VA) followed and was rocked, but did throw an 85-87 mph fastball with a 71-77 mph curve with 11/5 or 1/7 break and a sinking 72-73 mph change up.
Stephen Polansky (2015, Hickory HS, VA), another Virginiat Tech commit, doubled for the Canes, and Fitzwater knocked in the only run with a sac fly and also walked. Radford commits Matthew Roth (2015, Western Branch HS, VA) and Colby Higgerson (2015, Great Bridge HS VA) each singled, and Alex Abbey (2015, Western Branch HS, VA) also singled, accounting for the rest of the Canes' hits. Virginia Tech commit Grant Maiorana (2015, Western Branch HS, VA) scored the only run after reaching on a walk and an error.
Georgia Jackets 17U and Sandlot end in 1-1 tie
6/29/2014
In an excellent pitcher's duel, Sandlot and Georgia Jackets 17U traded blows in the middle innings but neither team could push across the go ahead run, with the game ending knotted at one a piece.
Cole Wheaton (2014, Broken Arrow HS, OK) got the start for Sandlot, throwing five frames with one run allowed on seven hits with no walks and four punch outs. The Seminole State College commit maxed out at 87 mph with his heater, sitting 80-86 mph with life and heavy sink. Wheaton also threw a late breaking 73-77 mph slider from a high 3/4 arm angle. Max Simpson (2014, Bishop Kelly HS, OK) then came in and struck out four in two innings without allowing a baserunner to reach. He worked 80-83 mph with armside run on his fastball that topped out at 85 mph and also threw a good 68-70 mph slider from a deceptive delivery that comes from the side.
Eastern Oklahoma State College commit Houston Glad (2014, Tahlequah HS, OK) knocked in the only run for Sandlot, picking up a double and a single while Luke Preaus (2014, Metro Christian Academy, OK), a Northeastern Oklahoma A&M commit scored the only run after reaching on a walk and stealing a base. Conner Crutchfield (2014, Collinsville HS, OK) singled and was stranded and John Davis (2014, Broken Arrow HS, OK), a Baylor commit, reached twice with a single, walk, and was hit by a pitch.
Brantley Flanagan (2014, Sequoyah HS, GA) toed the rubber for the Jackets to start, tossing five innings with one run allowed on three hits and a walk with five punch outs, a hit by pitch and a balk. He also worked with a fastball-slider combo, running the heater up to 85 mph while sitting 80-84 mph with armside run and a deceptive delivery. Flanagan was able to spot his 70-72 mph slider to both sides of the plate from a high 3/4 arm slot, showing good command of his only breaking ball.
Will Herman (2015, St. Pius X Catholic HS, GA) and Tyler Koch (2016, North Forsyth HS, GA) each racked up a pair of singles while being stranded on base each time out. Billy Sutton (2014, Johnson City HS, GA) brought in one with a single that drove in Evan Ezell (2014, Sequoyah HS, GA), a Maryville (TN) College commit, who also singled. Dawson Pfost (2017, Sequoyah HS, GA) added a single and Flanagan put down a sacrifice.
Brevard Aces 18U torch 212 A's 18U in 9-1 win
6/29/2014
212 A's 18U actually held the lead briefly in this contest, scoring once in the top half of the first inning before Brevard Aces 18U scored nine unanswered runs for a 9-1 victory.
The Aces racked up four doubles and seven walks en route to crossing the plate nine times with Jackson Muldowney (2016, Astronaut HS, FL) leading the way by plating a third of the runs on a bases loaded double that cleared the bases. Ryan Frost (2015, Merritt Island HS, FL) doubled home two, and Michael Hall (2015, Rockledge Senior HS, FL) also doubled in two, walked and scored once. Sebastian Samuels (2016, Viera HS, FL) had the fourth double, also walking twice and coming in to score once. John Capra (2014, Melbourne Central Catholic, FL) crossed the dish twice after reaching on a pair of walks, a single, and stealing two bases.
Mat Affeld (2015, Astronaut HS, FL) allowed just one run in five innings on the mound, striking out five with five hits and two walks allowed. The High Point commit worked his heater in the 82-85 mph range, topping out at 87 mph with a 70-74 mph curve and 78-79 mph change up with a strong lower half and mature frame. Ryan Lang (2015, Merritt Island HS, FL) then came on for a perfect, 1-2-3 inning. Lang showed an 84-87 mph fastball with armside run that he can sink, a good 70-73 mph curve with 10/4 or 2/8 break, and a deceptive 75-76 mph change up with good armside run and similar arm speed to his fastball.
Jarrod Crum (2014, Warner Robbins HS, GA), a Georgia Southwestern State commit plated the only run for the A's with an RBI single, driving home Brian Danserau (2014, Alexander HS, GA) who singled and walked in the game. North Georgia College & State commit Taylor Turner (2014, Whitewater HS, GA) singled and stole a base, and both Kurt Cox (2014, Pike County HS, GA) and Kain English (2016, Pike County HS, GA) singled but were stranded on base with English also putting down a pair of sacrifices.
Big Third Inning Helps Orlando Baseball Academy
6/30/2014
The Orlando Baseball Academy 2014 defeated the OX Xtreme Baseball Acadmey 6-2 in seven innings.
The Orlando Baseball Academy scored five runs in the third inning to get the big lead. Dylan Anseaume (2014, Orlando, FL) and Roberto Rodriguez-Shields (2014, Longwood, FL) were the reasons for the explosive inning. Anseaume tallied a double and finished with three RBIs and a run. Rodriguez-Shields roped a pair of hits, double and single, and scored a pair of runs. Jordan Hicks (2014, Apopka, FL) helped with two singles and a run. Nick Angelastro (2014, Orlando, FL) talked a RBI single and a run.
Brandon Stratton (2014, Apopka, FL) tossed the majority of the game by going six innings. He scattered six hits with two runs with one being earned. He walked three batters but struck out four. He maxed the gun out at 83 mph with his fastball.
Leadoff hitter for the Xteme, Nash Hathaway (2015, Ladera Ranch, CA), was the main talk for the team by going 3-4 with a run. He came away with a triple and tow singles. Kyle Hermann (2015, Laguna Niguel, CA) tried to match his teammate, but could only muster a double and a single with a run. Jake Bradley (2015, Laguna Niguel, CA) roped a RBI double to contribute to his team.
Vincent Rogers (2014, Mission Viejo, CA) tossed only two innings but made a solid appearance. He only let a lone hit fall without a run to score on him. He did not walk a bater and struck out one. He ran the gun up to 81 mph with his fastball.
Elite Prime roll to 11-3 victory
6/30/2014
Team Elite Prime rolled to an 11-3 victory on Monday morning over Mizuno Team GA Baseball Academy 15U Blue. Marlin Willis (2017, Redan HS, GA) and Lane Harris (2017, Brentwood HS, TN) paced Team Elite's offense, each collecting 2 hits. Willis finished 2-2 with a triple, 1 RBI, and 2 runs scored. Harris was 2-3 with a run driven in and a run scored. Andrew Naismith (2016, Auburn HS, AL) had Prime's big hit of the game with a 3-run double. Naismith later came around to score. The other double for the winners was hit by Pat DeMarco (2017, Poly Prep Country Day, NY).
Austin Craven (2016, Colquitt County HS, GA) started the game on the mound for Team Elite and pitched 5 solid innings to earn the win. Craven allowed 2 runs on 3 hits, while striking out 4 batters. He showed great command of his 79 pitches by throwing 69% of for strikes.
Michael Kolesar (2017, Alpharetta HS, GA) led Mizuno at the plate, going 2-3 with a triple, a run scored, and 1 RBI. Graeme McLeod (2017, North Atlanta HS, GA) collected his teams other extra-base hit with a double. Chase Whitney (2016, Alpharetta HS, GA) also drove in 1 run for Mizuno.
Hounds Cruise Past Slammers 9-1
6/30/2014
The Huntington Hounds defeated the Strike One Slammers 9-1 in five innings.
For the Hounds, Dylan Slack (2014, Cross Lanes, WV) led the team by going a perfect 2-2 with a RBI and a run. The West Virginia commit, Trey Dawson (2015, Hurricane, WV), showed off his power with a solo home run in the game. The Marshall commit, Christopher Jordan (2016, Evans, WV), also roped a RBI double and later scored to help his team. Jacob Barnwell (2015, Cattlestsburg, KY) led his team in RBIs with two off a single he hit in the game. Seth Kinker (2014, Barboursville, WV) crushed the other for his team and led his team with two runs scored.
Alex Somerville (2014, Point Pleasant, WV) took the mound by going all five innings. He let a hit and a run score, but the run was unearned. He did not walk a batter and struck out five. He maxed the gun out at 82 mph with his fastball.
Cody Powers (2015, Dallas, GA) collected the only hit for the Slammers off a double. He later scored in the game.
Sanchez, Lindsay Lift Naturals Florida to Victory
6/30/2014
(Alec Dopp) - Naturals Florida defeated Lakes Area Dodgers by a convincing 9-2 score Monday morning at Newnan High School field, improving its record at the 2014 18u WWBA National Championship to 2-2-1 while dropping Lakes Area to 0-5-0 at the event.
Trevor Sanchez logged five innings without conceding an earned run as Florida's starting pitcher, allowing four hits -- all singles -- and four walks to go with three strikeouts in the outing. Sanchez maintained 79-81 sitting velocity on his fastball (82 max), with good feel and depth to his 66-68 MPH curve and outstanding armspeed with capacity to pitch downhill.
Tavon Lindsay (2014, Port St. Lucie HS, FL), a Broward CC commit, doubled and scored twice on his way to a 2-for-2 batting line for Naturals Florida, while Vincent Lucera (2014, Fort Pierce Central HS, FL) went 1-for-2 with two runs batted in, one run scored and two quality at bats in the victory.
Everything Comes in Trios for So Cal SKLZ/TROSKY
6/30/2014
So Cal SKLZ/TROSKY defeated Team Elite 18U 9-3 in seven innings.
So Cal scored in three innings and in each inning they scored three runs in the second to fourth inning. The team also had a trio of players get multi hit games. The Cal State commit, Chris Hudgins (2014, El Cajon, CA), started the surge with two hits being a homer and a double. He finished the day driving in three runs and scoring twice. Octavio Arroyo (2015, San Diego, CA) and Andres Alvarez (2015, San Diego, CA) were the other two players to help with the multi hit game. They each roped a double and a single while collecting a pair of RBIs and scoring once. Chandler Weisz (2014, Poway, CA) contributed a single that scored a run and scored once. Bryson Spangnuola (2016, Fallbrook, CA) started the game and went four innings. He scattered seven hits with a pair of earned runs. He did not walk a batter and struck out a pair. He ran the gun up to 86 mph. Gilbert Suarez (2015, San Diego, CA) shut down the game in the last inning without allowing a run or a hit to happen. Out of the four batters he faced, he struck out three of them. He effectively pitched inside to the batters. He showed good extension out front with a sharp downhill approach. He ran the gun up to 90 mph with his fastball.
For Team Elite, Mason Leblanc (2015, Snellville, GA) came in the clutch with a pair of hits with a double and a single. He was also able to touch home once. Nick Guimbarda (2015, Suwanee, GA) and Miles Fore (2014, Stone Mountain, GA) each went 1-3 with a RBI. Christian Hodge (2014, Winder, GA) roped the other double for the team. Patrick Avellano (2014, Alpharetta, GA) was an effective started for Team Elite. He went 4.2 innings and scattered only four hits. He let three runs score on him, with all of them being unearned. He walked one batter and struck out five. He showed good arm action while throwing strikes constantly. He ran the gun up to 85 mph with his fastball.
Spiders edge Marlins, 6-5
6/30/2014
The IYG Spiders moved past the East Cobb Marlins on Monday morning in a close game, 6-5. The Spiders were led at the plate by Matt Nelson (2017, Trinity Episcopal HS, VA) and Ben Reid (2015, James River HS, VA). Nelson was a perfect 2-2 on the day with 2 RBI. Reid also collected 2 hits, including a double. He also drove in 2 runs for the winners. IYG's other extra-base hit came courtesy of Ryan Hickman (2015, Caroline HS, VA), who doubled. Bobby Salierno (2015, Stafford Senior HS, VA) scored twice in the win, as well.
Christopher Jones (2014, Fayette County HS, GA) had the big hit of the game for East Cobb with a 3-run double. Jones is set to play baseball at Georgia College & State next season. The Marlin's other doubles were collected by Zach Conn (2014, King of Kings Christian HS, GA) and Wahid Ali.
Jones, Shaver Team Up to Give Jacksonville Victory
6/30/2014
(Alec Dopp) - Jacksonville Warriors 18u defeated Illinois Indians by a 7-3 score Monday morning at Home Plate Field, improving its record at the 2014 18u WWBA National Championship to 3-2-0 while dropping Illinois to 1-3-1 at the event.
Seven different hitters for Jacksonville recorded extra-base hits -- all doubles -- in the game, with Cristian Jones (2014, Eagles View Academy HS, FL) accounting for two of them, leading the 6-foot-2 shortstop to a 2-for-4 batting line with two runs scored in the contest. Cole Shaver (2015, Mandarin HS, FL) threw an easy 79-81 MPH as the Warriors' starting pitcher, helping him compile five six-hit innings in which he struck out four batters and walked none.
Keith Rogalla (2014, Oak Park & River Forest HS, IL) led the offensive charge behind Illinois' three runs scored in the game, going 2-for-3 with a triple, run scored and run driven in from the No. 4 spot in his club's order. JT Baksha (2014, Aurora Christian HS, IL) -- a Western Illinois commit -- doubled and scored a run in the game, while Cody Pazik (2014, Niles West HS, IL) showed good overall makeup with a fastball sitting 80-82 MPH, 68-70 curveball and 70-72 slider from a 3/4 slot as his club's starting pitcher.
Sterling powers New Power to 7-2 victory
6/30/2014
New Power Baseball moved past SEB 16U Black on Monday morning, 7-2 behind Neil Sterling's (2014, Junipero Serra HS, CA) great day at the plate. Sterling smashed 2 home runs in the game and finished 2-4 with 2 runs scored and 3 RBI. Michael Valdes (2013, Serra HS, CA) also collected 2 extra-base hits on the day in 3 at-bats. Valdes doubled twice, had 1 RBI, and scored 2 runs for the winners. New Power's other double was hit by lead-off hitter Aaron Albaum (2015, Carlmont HS, CA). Joe Pratt (2015, Carlmont HS, CA) led the team in hits on the day, finishing a perfect 3-3 with a run scored and 1 RBI.
Sterling also pitched the final 1.1 innings in relief for New Power Baseball to earn the win. He allowed 0 runs on 1 hit, while striking out 3 hitters. Over the course of his relief appearance, Sterling's fastball averaged a velocity of 81-84 mph and topped out at 85 mph. Sterling will play baseball at Utah next season.
Dillon Lancaster (2016, Buford HS, GA) and CJ Smith (2017, Home School, GA) led SEB's offense, both going 2-3. Smith collected his teams only RBI.
Clutch Hittin Leads to 8-4 Win for Orioles
6/30/2014
The Clarksville Orioles defeated the Fungo Red Sox 8-4 in seven inning.
Alberto Lozada (2014, Clarksville, TN) led the Clarksville Orioles with three RBIs for the team off of one single. Landon Mostellor (2015, Clarksville, TN) led the team with four singles for his team. Cole Hyde (2014, Trenton, KY) showed gap to gap power by roping the team's two extra base hits with doubles, and he also scored twice in the game. Kane and Blake Williams (2014, Clarksville, TN) helped with a pair of base knocks with a RBI and a run. Rashad Lewis (2015, Hopkinsville, KY) came in the clutch by driving in two RBIs and scoring twice. Drew Jarrett (2015, Clarksville, TN) tossed the complete game. He scattered seven hits with only two of the four runs being earned. He walked one batter while striking out three on his 80 mph fastball.
Hunter Longmire (2015, Cornelius, NC) tried to spark a comeback for the Fungo Red Sox with a pair of base hits that was able to tack on two RBIs. Leon Davidson (2016, Cornelius, NC) helped by coming in with a pair of base knocks. Austin Fox (2014, Concord, NC) collected the last RBI for the Red Sox. Davis Lord (2015, Cornelius, NC) tallied the only extra base hit with a double.
Four-run third leads Orlando to blowout W
6/30/2014
Orlando Baseball Academy 2015 defeated Gameface Elite 17U 7-1. Orlando Baseball jumped out to a 4-0 lead in the third inning, and added three more runs in the sixth, on to the easy victory.
Jacob Southern (2016, Apopka HS, FL) led the way for Orlando, going 2-4 with a homerun, one run scored and three RBIs. Jose Mandry (2015, Cypress Creek HS, FL) went 2-3 with two RBIs. Evan Lowe (2015, The Masters Academy, FL) pitched a complete game, giving up five hits, and struck out three. He had a fastball that averaged 78-82 mph and topped out at 85 mph.
For the Elite, Samuel Orjuela (2015, Mountain View HS, GA) and Luis Vilchez (2015, Mountain View HS, GA) contributed on the offensive end with a double a piece. Orjuela finished 1-3 with an RBI, and Vilchez finished 2-3 at the plate.
Strickland, Long Help Lift SEB over Team Elite
6/30/2014
(Alec Dopp) - SEB 17u Black defeated Team Elite Louisville Slugger by a 6-2 mark Monday morning at Marietta High School field, improving its record at the 2014 18u WWBA National Championship to 2-2-1 while dropping Team Elite to 4-1-0 at the event.
Micah Strickland (2015, North Hall HS, GA) went 1-for-1 with a double, two runs batted in, two walks, one run scored and tied for a team-high with three quality at bats in the victory. Mason Long (2015, Stephens County HS, GA) went 2-for-2 with two runs batted in, one walk and a stolen base for SEB 17u, while Will Dunavant (2015, Lambert HS, GA) doubled on his way to a 1-for-2 batting line for Black.
Jacob Nix (2015, Hillgrove HS, GA) logged three scoreless innings of one-hit ball for Team Elite Louisville Slugger, conceding three walks and punching out two batters to go with a sitting fastball velocity of 79-81 MPH. Kyle Shumeyko (2015, North Gwinnett HS, GA) doubled, finished with two runs batted in and a 1-for-2 performance in the loss.
McArthur, Rowling Power Nelson Baseball to Win
6/30/2014
(Alec Dopp) - Nelson Baseball School 18s defeated GBSA Blue Rays by a slim 3-2 mark Monday morning at Kennesaw Mountain High School field, improving its record at the 2014 18u WWBA National Championship to 4-0-1 while dropping GBSA to 1-2-2 at the event. Nelson scored one run in each of the final three innings of the game, proving enough to come away with the victory.
Weston McArthur (2014, Calhoun HS, GA), a Walters State CC commit, doubled and went 1-for-3 from the leadoff spot in Nelson's order, while Georgia commit Henry Rowling (2014, Walton HS, GA) provided a 2-for-3 batting line with two runs scored. Jared McKay (2014, Chamblee Charter HS, GA) recorded a double en route to a 1-for-2 output as GBSA's leadoff hitter, while Dexter "DJ" Neal (2015, Stephenson HS, GA) stole a game-best two bases in the loss.
Joey Hume (2013, Etowah HS, GA) recorded 5.1 innings of five-hit and three-walk ball as Nelson's starting pitcher, including four strikeouts with a 81-84 MPH sitting fastball velocity and 71-75 MPH curveball velo range. Caleb Shelton (2014, Etowah HS, GA) punched out three over his 1.2 relief innings in the victory, with the majority of his offerings coming on 69-70 MPH curveballs (with a 78-79 velo on his fastball. Michael Farnell (2015, Spanish Fort HS, AL) didn't allow an earned run home over his five full frames of work starting for the Blue Rays with a fastball velocity of 82-84 MPH.
Kalamazoo pulls away late to win, 9-1
6/30/2014
The Kalamazoo Maroons scored 7 runs in the bottom of the sixth-inning to blow open a close 2-1 game and beat SEB 17U/18U White, 9-1. The bottom of Kalamazoo's order did serious damage in the game. Mickey Losey (2014, Portage Central HS, MI), Zach Schultz (2016, Lakeshore HS, MI), Jacob Herbers (2015, Lakeview HS, MI), and Connor Glick (2014, Niles Senior HS, MI) all had 2 hits for Kalamazoo and scored 1 run. Schultz and Glick had 2 RBI each and Losey drove in 3 for the winners. Losey, Schultz, and Herbers all hit doubles in the game. Jake Vander Wal (2015, Home School, MI) and Wyatt Morrison (2015, Kalamazoo Central HS, MI) both scored twice.
Blake Therrian (2015, Portage Northern HS, MI) started the game on the mound and pitched 5 innings to earn the win. Therrian allowed 1 unearned run on 3 hits, while striking out 5. Over the course of his outing, Therrian's fastball averaged a velocity of 80-82 mph and reached as high as 85 mph.
Chance Rodriguez (2015, Apalachee HS, GA) collected SEB's only RBI of the game.
East Coast Baseball Grab 6-1 Victory
6/30/2014
East Coast Baseball Elite grabbed three runs in the first inning and three more in the fifth, as they went on to defeat Centerfield Baseball Academy 6-1.
Leadoff hitter Zack Coker (2014, Northridge HS, AL) a Alabama commit, led the way, going 2-4 with two doubles and one run scored. Jamell Newson (2014, Magnolia Heights HS, MS) went 1-3 with two runs scored. Drew Avans (2014, Thompson HS, AL) also went 1-3 with a double, two runs scored and one RBI. Dallas Woolfolk (2015, Desoto Central HS, MS) a Mississippi commit, went 2-3. Kyle O'keefe (2014, Madison Central HS, MS) contributed with a double of his own in the game.
Avans pitched 2.2 innings of work, and showed a good ability to throw strikes, with a lively fastball that topped out at 86 mph. He also had good command of his off-speed pitches, especially his 12/6 curveball.
For Centerfield, Makenzie Martin (2015, East Coweta HS, GA) went 1-3 with one run scored.
McClellan & Coleman Go Deep as Mavs Beat Jackets
6/30/2014
(Alec Dopp) - Upstate Mavericks came away with a convincing 8-0 victory over West Georgia Jackets Monday morning at New Cass High School field, scoring seven runs in the bottom of the fourth inning and capitalizing on one Georgia error en route to the victory. The win pushed Upstate's record at the 2014 18u WWBA National Championship to 4-0-1 while dropping the Jackets to 1-4-0 at the event.
Mason McClellan (2014, Union Grove HS, GA), a Lake Sumter CC commit, notched his first home run for Upstate at the Championship, finishing with a 1-for-1 batting line with two runs scored. Thatcher Coleman followed suit with a home run of his own in the victory en route to a 1-for-2 batting line with two runs batted in, while O'Kevius Conway (2014, Clinton HS, SC) -- a South Carolina commit -- and Dominick Cammarata (2014, T.C. Roberson HS, NC) each doubled and went 1-for-2 and 1-for-1 at the plate, respectively.
Mavericks starting pitcher Craig Williams (2014, Peachtree Ridge HS, GA), a Presbyterian commit, logged four scoreless innings of six-strikeout and one-walk ball, running his plus fastball up to 86-88 MPH and keeping hitters off balance with a 70-72 MPH curve and 79-83 MPH change. The 6-foot-1 right hander showed good command to the inner portion of the plate with effortless arm action, competing on the mound with a smooth delivery and good hip rotation.
NJ Tigers score late to win 4-3
6/30/2014
The NJ Tigers scored 2 runs in the bottom of the seventh-inning to come from behind and beat the Denny Pritchett Jayhawks 18U on Monday morning, 4-3. Isaiah Lewis (2015, Inst of Tech-Westampton, NJ) led the NJ Tigers in hits on the day, going 2-3 and scoring a run. Ryan Cerino (2014, Dordentwon Reg HS, NJ) provided the games big hit with a 3-run single.
Lewis also started the game on the mound and pitched 5 innings of solid baseball. Over the course of his outing, Lewis allowed 2 unearned runs on 4 hits, while striking out 9 batters. His fastball averaged a velocity of 77-81 mph and reached as high as 83 mph.
Georgia Highlands commit Avery Smith (2014, Creekview HS, GA) led Denny Pritchett at the plate, going 2-3. Nick Williams (2014, Creekview HS, GA) and Daniel McCrary (204, New Lumpkin County HS, GA) each had 1 RBI in the loss.
Suncoast Mizuno Tops Aces 1-0
6/30/2014
Suncoast Mizuno tops the Georgia Aces 1-0, thanks to some timely hitting and good pitching. Mizuno made the most of just three hits in the game.
Anthony Espinal (2016, Sarasota Christian HS, FL) pitched a complete game, giving up no hits, and fanned 13 hitters in the game. He threw strikes well and had a quick arm action with a fastball that topped out at 87 mph. He also had a plus-side curveball, and a good changeup mixed in as his off-speed pitches.
At the plate for Mizuno, Jordan Guerrero (2014, Braden River HS, FL) sparked the offense by going 1-2 with a double. Shane Zipperer (2015, Lakewood Ranch HS, FL) went 1-2 as well, with a stolen base.
For the Aces, Max Ryan (2015, Etowah HS, GA) pitched 1.2 innings of work, and showed off a fastball that peaked at 83 mph, along with a few curveballs and sliders as his off-speed pitches.
Late Runs Lift Renegades over Bandits
6/30/2014
The ECB Renegades grabbed three late runs in the bottom of the fifth inning to take the lead, and go on to win, against the Alabama Bandits, 7-6.
Will Hesterlee (2015, Carrollton HS, GA) led the way for the Renegades, going 1-2 at the plate, with one a double, one run scored, and two RBIs. Colby Mathews (2015, Cambridge HS, GA) went 2-3 with a double as well, and one run scored. David Ehmen (2014, Northview HS, GA) a Wofford commit, went 1-2 with one run scored, two RBIs, and one stolen base. Taylor Buice (2016, Lassiter HS, GA) and Robert Nadel (2015, Lawrence Academy, MA) made appearances in the game, and showed good fastballs that topped out at 81 and 82 mph respectively.
For the Bandits, Rodney Anderson (2015, Spain Park HS, AL) went 1-4 with one run scored and two RBIs. Julian Samaha (2015, Spain Park HS, AL) contributed by going 2-3 with one run scored. Tristan Lamb (2015, Spain Park HS, AL) pitched four innings of work, giving up one earned run on four hits, and had a fastball that topped out at 82 mph.
Lowcountry's Offense Powers Past So Cal NTT
6/30/2014
(Alec Dopp) - Lowcountry Lightning Baseball defeated So Cal NTT by a 10-7 score Monday morning at Pinecrest Academy field, improving its record at the 2014 18u WWBA National Championship to 3-1-1 while simultaneously dropping NTT to 3-2-0 at the event.
Jack Delongchamps (2015, Wando HS, SC) tripled and went 2-for-3 with two runs batted in, one run scored and one walk to lead Lowcontry offensively, while Tommy King (2015, Manning HS, SC) chipped in with a double and three game-high three runs scored. Neal Tolbert (2014, First Presbyterian Day HS, SC) stole a base and finished with a 2-for-4 batting line, while starting pitcher Andrew Lee (2014, Wando HS, SC) struck out seven, walked four and allowed six earned runs home over his 4.1 innings of work in which his plus fastball sat in the 84-86 MPH range.
James Sfiligoj (2015, Western HS, CA) doubled and drove in a team-high three runs on his way to a 1-for-2 batting line for So Call NTT. Chad Fleischman (2014, Cretin Derham Hall HS, MN) provided a 2-for-3 performance at the plate while allowing seven earned runs home on nine hits, two walks and four strikeouts over his five innings of work. Working fast with a quick, short arm action, Fleischman's fastball sat 81-83 MPH in the outing.
Vaughan's Arm Leads Blue Chip Bulls to 4-2 Win
6/30/2014
(Alec Dopp) - Blue Chip Bulls defeated Powermill 18u by a 4-2 score Monday morning at Mount Pisgah High School field, improving its record at the 2014 18u WWBA National Championship to 3-2-0 while dropping Powermill to 0-4-1 at the event. Powermill vied for a late-game comeback with a run scored in the top of the seventh, but Kaycee Reese's (2015, James Rickards HS, FL) ground ball out sealed the victory for Blue Chip.
Tyler Vaughan (2015, J.L. Mann HS, SC) received the winning decision on the mound as Blue Chip Bulls' starting pitcher, logging six three-hit innings in which he conceded two earned runs on three walks and three strikeouts. Vaughan, 6-foot-1 right hander, showed an ability to pitch downhill with easy arm action from a high 3/4 slot, tossing his fastball in the 78-80 MPH range and curveball anywhere from 67-69 MPH. Jake Crawford (2015, Belton Honea Path HS, SC), a Furman commit, doubled and went 2-for-3 with two runs batted in to lead the Bulls offensively.
Andrew Faulkner (2014, Lincoln HS, FL) showed good cut action to his 79-81 MPH fastball over his five three-run innings as Powermill 18u's starter, a span of playing time in which he struck out three, walked three and allowed five hits. Faulkner, a 6-foot-0 right hander, showcased good extension out front, throwing downhill from a 3/4 arm angle. Zachary Chappell (2014, Bishop Verot HS, FL), a Tallahassee Community College commit, homered on his way to a 1-for-3 batting line to lead Powermill offensively.
Patnoude powers Kalamazoo to 10-1 win
6/30/2014
The Kalamazoo Maroons Prospects Team 17U beat the East Cobb Padres-Navy on Monday morning 10-1 behind Mason Patnoude's (2017, Portage Central HS, MI) big day at the plate. Patnoude slugged a home run and a double, finishing the game 2-3 with a run scored and 5 RBI. Joe Stewart (2016, Portage Central HS, MI) collected Kalamazoo's other extra-base hit of the game. Stewart doubled and finished 2-4 with a run scored and 1 RBI. Brandon Lewis (2016, Coldwater HS, MI) led Kalamazoo in hits on the day with 3 in 4 at-bats. Lewis also drove in a run and scored twice.
Evan Koning (2015, Mattawan HS, MI) started the game on the mound for Kalamazoo and pitched the first 2 innings of the game to earn the win. Koning allowed 1 run on 1 hit in the game to keep East Cobb in check.
Joshua Kennington (2016, Woodstock HS, GA) spurred the East Cobb offense. Kennington was 1-1 with his teams only RBI. Alexander Machen (2016, Sprayberry HS, GA) scored East Cobb's only run.
Warman's Strong Outing Propels Cincy to Victory
6/30/2014
(Alec Dopp) - Cincinnati Riverbats National Team defeated 9 Stars Saints by a slim 4-3 score Monday morning at Fellowship Christian School field, improving its record at the 18u WWBA National Championship to 2-3-0 while dropping the Saints to 0-4-1 at the event.
Joseph Warman (2014, Ross HS, OH) provided seven shutout innings without an earned run to his credit as Cincinnati's starting pitcher, tallying five strikeouts, two walks and three hits allowed (all singles). Warman, a 6-foot-0 right hander, sat 76-78 MPH with his fastball, mixing in 23 curveballs at 65-67 MPH. Bubba Cantrell (2014, Tecumseh HS, OH) doubled and went 1-for-2 with two runs batted in to lead the Riverbats offensively.
Harrison Morris (2015, Opelika HS, AL) pitched three scoreless frames for the Saints, allowing two hits and two walks with a pair of strikeouts. Morris showed a 71-73 MPH fastball and 62-64 MPH curveball in the outing, helping him produce two ground ball out and five fly ball outs. Livingston Morris (2016, Etowah HS, GA) went 2-for-3 with a stolen base from the No. 5 spot in 9 Stars Saints' order.
Crocker, Neal Key Brevard Aces' 11-0 Victory
6/30/2014
(Alec Dopp) - Brevard Aces 18u defeated Mavericks Scout Team '15 by a convincing 11-0 score Monday morning at North Atlanta High School field, running their record at the 2014 18u WWBA National Championship to 4-1-0 while dropping Mavericks to an identical 4-1-0 mark at the event.
Samuel Crocker (2015, Merritt Island HS, FL), a UCF commit, received the winning decision on the mound as Brevard's starting pitcher, logging four scoreless innings of four-hit ball in which he struck out five, walked two and pumped his fastball in the 84-86 MPH range. Crocker also showed 17 curveballs at 73-74 MPH in the game. Alec Neal (2015, Viera HS, FL) pitched three shutout innings of relief for the Aces, punching out three batters, walking none with a fastball velocity of 84-85 MPH and slider in the 75-77 range, helping him produce four swinging strikes.
Sebastian Samuels (2016, Viera HS, FL) tripled on his way to a 2-for-2 batting line that included two runs scored, two driven in and a walk to lead Brevard offensively. Michael Hall (2015, Rockledge Senior HS, FL) doubled, drove in a run and walked once en route to a 1-for-2 day at the plate, while John Capra (2014, Melbourne Central Catholic HS, FL) churned out a team-high three quality at bats with a team-best three runs batted in from the No. 3 spot in Brevard's order.
Astros shutout Blue Chip Blues 5-0
6/30/2014
The East Cobb Astros 16U shutout the Blue Chip Blues, 5-0, thanks to strong pitching.
Nate Dupree (2015, Lassiter HS, GA) pitched six complete innings giving up no earned runs, just two hits, and struck out three. He had a good presence on the mound, and threw strikes well with a fastball that peaked at 87 mph, and mixed in a few curveballs and changeups as his off-speed pitches. Xzavion Curry (2016, Mays HS, GA) pitched an inning of work, striking out all three batters faced and had a fastball that topped out at 89 mph.
At the plate for the Astros, Will Benson (2016, The Westminster Schools, GA) sparked the offense by going 3-4 with a double, triple, and two RBIs. Reggie Pruitt (2015, Kennesaw Mountain, GA) a Vanderbilt commit, went 2-4 with two runs scored, one stolen base, and one RBI. Saul Forman (2015, The Westminster Schools, GA) also went 2-4 at the plate.
For the Blues, Taylor Cothran (2014, T.L. Hanna HS, SC) a commit to The Citadel, went 1-3, and Dayquan Telley (2015, Westside HS, SC) went 1-2 at the plate. Jake Crawford () pitched a complete game for the Blues, giving up three earned runs, and struck out eight. He Had good command with all of his pitches, and threw strikes well. His fastball peaked at 91 mph, and he mixed in a handful of off-speed pitches.
Shepherd No-Hits Scout Team for No. 2 Alabama Win
6/30/2014
(Alec Dopp) - Team Alabama defeated Prospect Scout Team by a convincing 11-0 score Monday morning at Aviation Score Complex, running its record at the 2014 18u WWBA National Championship to 2-3-0 while simultaneously dropping Scout Team to 1-4-0 at the event. Trammell Shepherd (2016, Bob Jones HS, AL) threw a no-hitter in the game as Team Alabama's starting pitcher.
Shepherd, a 6-foot-0 right hander from Madison, Al., logged all five no-hit innings on the mound, striking out five batters and walking none. Eight of his 10 in-play outs came on the ground, thanks in large part to his cut action fastball clocked at 77-79 MPH and late-breaking 12/6 curveball at 67-68. He showed an ability to effectively pitch inside, along with solid arm action from an over-the-top arm angle with mound presence and athletic ability.
Tyler Tolbert (2016, Hewitt-Trussville HS, AL) stole three bases, doubled and went 2-for-3 with two runs scored from the top of Team Alabama's order, while Brenton Sanders (2016, Northridge HS, AL) and Tyler White (2015, Pelham HS, AL) each doubled and turned in 2-for-3 and 1-for-1 batting lines, respectively.
Stars Baseball defeats Team DeMarini 6-2
6/30/2014
Stars Baseball 17U Blue defeated Team DeMarini GA 17U 6-2, thanks to some timely hitting, and good defense.
Leadoff hitter Matt Scott (2015, Battlefield HS, VA) led the way for the Stars, going 2-3 with three runs scored and three stolen bases in the game. Brandon Snow (2015, Riverdale Baptist, MD) contributed by going 1-2 with one run scored. Christian Leckert (2015, Fairfax HS, VA) pitched four innings of work, and showed off a fastball that peaked at 85 mph. He also mixed in a good curveball as his off-speed pitch.
For DeMarini, Jake Bogosian (2016, Blessed Trinity Catholic, GA) went 2-3 at the plate with three RBIs. RaeKwon Bennett (2015, Evans HS, GA) contributed with a double. Chris Siebert (2015, Blessed Trinity Catholic, GA) showed off his speed with recording two stolen bases in the game. Garrett McKenzie (2015, Johns Creek HS, GA) pitched five innings of work, giving up one earned run on six hits. He had a fastball that topped out at 81 mph.
Sweat Goes Yard in Gold Glove's Victory
6/30/2014
(Alec Dopp) - Gold Glove Elite 18u defeated GBA Spiked 9 by a 8-5 score Monday morning at LakePoing Field 16, running its record at the 2014 18u WWBA National Championship to 4-1-0 while dropping GBA to 0-4-0 at the event.
Colby Sweat (2014, Pace HS, FL), a Tallahassee Community College commit, blasted a home run on his way to a 2-for-3 performance at the plate that included two runs scored and three quality at bats for Gold Glove. Devan Harriman (2014, Escambia HS, FL) stole two bases, drove in a pair and went 1-for-3 for Elite 18u, while Drew Dungan (2014, Niceville Senior HS, FL), another TCC commit, pitched six innings of three-run ball in which he struck out six and sat 78-81 MPH with his fastball.
Cameron Johnson (2014, West Hall HS, GA) went 2-for-3 with a run scored and team-high three quality at bats for GBA Spiked 9, while Brandon Cannonnier (2015, Grady HS, GA) stolen a base and went 1-for-2 with a run scored, run driven in and one walk as GBA's No. 2 hitter. Jackson Meadors (2017, Franklin County HS, FL) pitched four innings of six-run ball in which his fastball sat 72-75 MPH and his curveball clocked in at 63-65 MPH.
Redskins roll to a solid 9-0 win
6/30/2014
The Midland Redskins received solid pitching and offense on Monday morning to move past the Lakeland Legends of Batters Box, 9-0. Zach Shannon (2014, Anderson HS, OH) and Luke Matheny (2015, Westminster Christian Academy, OH) covered the game on the mound for Midland and neutralized the Lakeland Legend's offense. Shannon started the game and pitched the first 2 innings allowing 0 runs on 0 hits, while striking out 4 batters to earn the win. Currently, Shannon is the number 34 overall player in the 18u WWBA and has commited to play at Ohio State next season. Matheny covered the final 3 innings of the game in relief and allowed 0 runs on 2 hits. He also struck out 4 in the game.
Offensively, Ty Duvall (2016, Lebanon HS, OH) was 2-2 with 3 RBI and 1 run scored. Duvall is currently ranked 46th in the 18u WWBA and has committed to play at Vanderbilt next year. Miami commit and 51st overall player in the 18u WWBA, Justin Smith (2014, Bartram Trail HS, OK), had the big hit of the game for the Redskins. The clean-up hitter lived up to his power hitting potential and slugged a 2-run home run. Greg Deichman (2014, Brother Martin HS, LA) also collected 2 hits in the game for the Redskins, going 2-2 with a run scored and 1 RBI. Deichman is currently ranked 49th in the 18u WWBA and has committed to play at Louisiana State next year.
McGovern Goes Deep as Roundtrip and Atlanta Tie
6/30/2014
(Alec Dopp) - Team Elite Roundtrip and Atlanta Dodgers finished their Monday morning matchup at LakePoint Field 15 in a 4-4 tie -- an outcome that gave Roundtrip a 3-0-1 record and Atlanta a 2-2-1 mark at the 2014 18u WWBA National Championship.
Keegan McGovern (2014, Coffee County HS, GA) homered on his way to a 1-for-3 batting line with two runs batted in for Team Elite Roundtrip, while Zach Cowart (2015, Emanuel County Institute HS, GA), a Georgia Southern commit, tripled and went 2-for-3 with a walk. Starting pitcher Dakota Martin logged seven innings in which he allowed three earned runs, struck out six and walked none with a fastball velocity of 80-82 while mixing in 14 curveballs (71-74) and 16 changeups (74-76).
Matthew Wray (2016, Southwest Dekalb HS, GA) doubled on his way to a 1-for-3 batting line that included two quality at bats for Atlanta. Zakkee Freeman (2016, Southwest Dekalb HS, GA) stole a base and went 2-for-3 with two runs scored in the meantime, while starting pitcher Tyler Sylvester (2016, Southwest Dekalb HS, GA) logged five innings of two-run ball in which he walked four hitters, struck out one, allowed four hits with a fastball velocity of 80-83 MPH, curveball velo of 73-77 and changeup at 66-71 MPH on the radar gun.
Marquis Grissom Baseball cruises to 12-7 win
6/30/2014
Marquis Grissom Baseball scored 8 runs in the bottom of the first-inning on Monday morning and did not look back, beating the NJ Marlins Prospects by a final score of 12-7. Clean-up hitter Isaiah Lewis (2015, Mays HS, GA) led the offensive attack for Marquis Grissom Baseball. Lewis was 2-2 in the game with 2 runs scored and 1 RBI. Eriq White (2015, South Gwinnett HS, GA) was also a key player for the winners. White drove in 2 runs and scored twice, despite ever officially recording an at-bat in the game. Currently, White is set to play his college ball at Alabama State and is ranked 441st in the 18u WWBA. Matt Reed (2014, Westlake HS, GA) joined White in driving in 2 runs in the game.
Evan Kainer (2015, South Brunswick HS, NJ) paced the NJ Marlin's offense, collecting 3 hits in the game. Kainer finished 3-3 and scored 1 run. Nick Minter (2016, Millburn HS, NJ) was a key run producer for the Prospects. Minter tripled in 3 runs and later came in to score, as well. Alex Mumme (2016, The Hun HS, NJ) and Ryan Adelman (2016, Millburn HS, NJ) both hit doubles in the loss. Mumme's double plated 2 runners and Adelman's drove in 1.
Turner Sharp as Columbus Tops MVP Blue 6-0
6/30/2014
(Alec Dopp) - Columbus Chain Baseball Dodgers defeated MVP Baseball Blue by a 6-0 score Monday morning at LakePoint Field 14, improving its record at the 2014 18u WWBA National Championship to 3-2-0 while dropping Blue to 4-1-0 at the event.
Chris Turner (2015, Newnan HS, GA) worked in the 64-67 MPH velocity range as Columbus' starting pitcher, but was effective enough to produce seven ground ball outs and eight air outs en route to producing six scoreless innings in which he struck out three, walked two and allowed just three hits. Jake Socha (2015, Troup County HS, GA) went 1-for-3 with three runs batted in to lead Chain offensively.
Bryan Smith (2015, Millikan HS, CA) logged four innings of one-run ball in which he walked one, struck out none and conceded four hits for MVP Baseball Blue. Smith, a 5-foot-6 right hander, sat 69-72 with his fastball, mixing in nine curveballs in the 61-63 velocity range. Smith also went 1-for-2 at the plate for Baseball Blue, while Nathan Lee (2015, Panther Creek HS, NC) stole the game's only base.
Flores Impressive as FTB Platinum Wins 7-0
6/30/2014
(Alec Dopp) - FTB Platinum defeated Houston Banditos (Atkinson) by a convincing 7-0 score Monday morning at LakePoint Field 13, improving its record at the 2014 18u WWBA National Championship to 1-3-0 while dropping Houston to 0-5-0 at the event.
Julio Flores (2015, West Oaks Academy HS, VE) logged all seven innings on the mound as FTB's starting pitcher, striking out nine batters, allowing two hits, walking three and conceding no eared runs. Flores, a 6-foot-3 right hander, employed an over-the-top arm angle with which he produced a sitting fastball velocity of 76-78 MPH and 61-63 MPH curveball -- a pitch that proved to be his 'out' offering.
Josh Corredor (2015, Harmony HS, FL) doubled twice on his way to a 2-for-3 batting line that included two runs batted in and two quality at bats to lead Platinum offensively. William Darnell (2015, Steinbrenner HS, FL) went 2-for-3 with a run batted in, run scored and a double, additionally, while David Molnar (2015, Cinco Ranch HS, TX) went 1-for-2 with a walk for Houston.
Rye pitches Orioles to 5-1 victory
6/30/2014
The Clarksville Orioles beat Team Elite Grey on Monday morning, 5-1 behind the strong pitching performance of starter Josh Rye (2014, Kenwood HS, TN). Rye threw a complete game for the winners and allowed 1 run on 3 hits, while striking out 11 batters to earn the win. Over the course of his 7 innings pitched, Rye's fastball averaged a velocity of 81-83 mph and reached 86 mph by the end of the game.
Landon Mostellor (2015, Clarksville HS, TN) and Luke Veltri (2014, Northeast HS, TN) led the Orioles on offense. Both players collected a hit, drove in a run, and scored once. Blake Williams (2014, Rossview HS, TN) also doubled for the winners, finishing 1-3 with a run scored.
Lead-off hitter Pat DeMarco (2017, Woodward Academy, GA) paced the offense for Team Elite Grey. DeMarco was 1-3 with 2 stolen bases and also scored his teams only run.
East Cobb walks off with win
6/30/2014
The East Cobb Astros 18u used a throwing error in the bottom of the 7th inning to walk off with a 2-1 victory over Pro Source 18u. Both starting pitchers were impressive. Ryan Young went 5 innings for the Astros, allowing no earned runs and just 3 hits, while striking out 6 and walking none. Michael Roberts (2014, Grapevine), a Longview CC commit, went all 7 innings for Pro Source. He allowed just 1 earned run and 5 hits, while striking out 1.
Jalen Miller (2015, Riverwood) led the offense for the Astros. He picked up a hit and an RBI.
Chi Town win a tight one
6/30/2014
The Chi Town Cream 18u held on in the last inning to secure a 4-3 victory over the Grand Slam Bluerocks. Grant Hartwig went 5.2 innings for the Cream allowing just 1 earned run and 5 hits, while striking out 6 and walking just 1.
Colton Pogue (2014, Blue Springs South), a Western Illinois commit, and James Davison (2014, Morgan Park), a Howard College commit, led the offense for Chi Town. They each collected 2 hits and a run scored, with Pogue adding an RBI.
Don Walsh (2014, Notre Dame) led the offense for the Bluerocks. He finished 2-3. Connor Hinchliffe (2015, Pottsville Area) added a home run, an RBI, and a run scored.
212 Foundation Sports look good
6/30/2014
The 212 Foundation Sports A's 17's did it all en route to an 11-0 victory over the Hitmen Elite. Jordan Holmes (2014, Whitewater) had an impressive starter for 212 Foundation Sports. He went 4 innings, allowing no earned runs and just 2 hits, while striking out 8 and walking none.
Stone Kasten (2017, Starrs Mill) led the offense for 212 Foundation Sports. He went a perfect 3-3 with an RBI and 2 runs scored. Keyston Fuller (2015, Griffin) and Stephon Cruver (2015, East Coweta) each collected two hits as well. They also combined for 4 RBI and 4 runs scored.
Prospects National look good
6/30/2014
The Prospects National Team used a stelar pitching performance and good hitting en route to a 5-1 victory over the SF Huskies 18u. Trey Dickerson (2015, Jack C. Hays) went all seven innings for the Prospects National Team. He allowed just one earned run and eight hits, while striking out seven and walking none.
Sterling Craig (2014, Craig) led the offense for the Prospects. He went 2-2 with 2 RBI and 2 runs scored. Clayton Hard (2015, El Campo) also had a good game at the plate. He went 2-3 with 2 runs scored.
Samyr Santos (2015, West Broward) led the offense for SF. He went 2-3.
Cougars Blanks Indians 4-0
6/30/2014
The 643 DP Cougars 18U blanked the East Cobb Indians in their 4-0 victory. The score was knotted up at 0 through four innings when the Cougars broke through for three runs in the fifth inning.
Winning pitcher Luke Johnson (2014, The Westminster Schools, GA) gave up only one hit over four innings of shutout ball. He walked one and struck out four. His fastball ranged from 80-83 mph. Austin Parker (2014, Woodstock, GA) also only gave up one hit in his three innings of work. His fastball ranged from 80-82 mph and he had four strikeouts. Samford commit Grant Colton (2014, Wesleyan, GA) led all hitters with two base hits. Erskine College recruit Riley Howard (2014, Dominion Christian, GA) and Mercer commit Steven Taylor (2014, Marist, GA) both hit RBI singles in the bottom of the fifth inning.
Noah Karst (2014, Etowah, GA) showed sound mechanics in his four scoreless inning of work. He threw 75% of his pitches for strikes as he didn't walk one batter. He gave up only four hits and struck out three hitters. His fastball sat 80-82 mph and topped out at 83 mph. Jalen Mateo (2015, Hillgrove, GA) and Nate Lomax (2014, Blessed Trinity Cath, GA) both had one hit apiece for the Indians.
Chain Baseball edges out win
6/30/2014
Chain Baseball Columbus Marlins scored 2 runs in the bottom of the fifth inning to edge out the East Cobb Twins 4-2. Nathan Langley (2014, Beauregard), a Central Alabama CC commit, went all seven innings for Chain Baseball. He allowed just 1 earned run and 4 hits, while striking out 5.
Ryan Harget (2014, Beauregard) led the offense for Chain Baseball. He finished 1-2 with an RBI and a run scored.
Warducks Edge Out NOLA 5-4
6/30/2014
The Midwest Warducks hung on and beat the NOLA Monsters 17U team 5-4. NOLA put up a run in the bottom of the seventh, but they were unable to come all the way back and tie it up.
Winning pitcher Tyler Clark (2017, Edmond North, OK) pitched 6.1 innings of four-run ball. He gave up four hits and walked three. He struck out six hitters and his fastball topped out at 82 mph. Will Bertolino (2016, Edmond North, OK) recorded two outs in the game and his fastball ranged from 77-83 mph. Preston Osborn (2014, Union, OK) had a nice 3 for 4 day with a run batted in. Blaze Hastings (2014, Guthrie, OK) contributed to the win with his two hits and two RBIs.
NOLA starter Noah Danburg (2016, Walker, LA) pitched six innings and gave up five runs (one earned). Tyler Alexander (2015, Live Oak, LA) doubled and a scored a run for NOLA. Kyle Nevels (2016, Walker, LA) tripled and later crossed the plate that same inning. Southeastern Louisiana commit Bryce Tassin's (2015, Walker, LA) RBI single to left brought them within one run.
Pitching Too Dominant in 0-0 Tie
6/30/2014
Mizuno Team GA Baseball Academy 17U Red and the Northeast Baseball Jaxx couldn't get any offense in this game as they finished in a 0-0 tie.
Francis Sugrue (2015, Blessed Trinity Cath, GA) competed on the mound as he threw all seven innings. Sugrue scattered five hits and walked only one batter. He had four strikeouts and threw 70% of his pitches for strikes. Griffin Kern (2015, Chattahoochee, GA) got on-base all three times as he walked twice and ripped a base hit.
Geoff Kayo (2015, Londonderry Senior, NH) attacked hitters with his fastball that sat 80-83 mph and topped out at 84 mph. He pitched seven innings and gave up a mere three hits. He walked three and struck out five batters. He threw 65% of his pitches for strikes. Five different Jaxx players had hits in this game. Leading the way was Colby Fortin (2015, Trinity, NH) with his double in the sixth.
San Diego Show Shuts the Door on Columbus
6/30/2014
The San Diego Show cruised to a 9-0 win against Columbus Web Ball. They scored two runs right away in the first inning and then had a big five-run third inning to separate themselves.
Oregon State commit Steven Kwan (2015, Washington, CA) went 2 for 2 with a double and three runs scored. Pepperdine recruit Austin Bernard (2014, Valley Center, CA) tripled, scored a run, and drove two in. Oregon commit Tim Susnara (2014, St Francis, CA) hit a double, drove in two runs, and scored three runs for the San Diego Show.
Kenny Mares (2014, Torrey Pines, CA) threw five innings of shutout ball and gave up a mere two hits. He walked two and struck out six batters. His fastball sat 81-84 mph and topped out at 85 mph.
For Columbus, Alain Santana (2015, Christopher Columbus
, FL) and Juan Carlos Carulla (2016, Christopher Columbus, FL) both picked up a hit apiece. Matthew Marini (2015, Christopher Columbus, FL) threw three innings and gave up four earned runs. His fastball sat 82-85 mph and peaked at 87 mph.
Marlins Play Long Ball, Beat MVP Baseball 9-6
6/30/2014
The Marlins Scout Team defeated MVP Baseball 9-6. It wasn't easy as they used big homeruns from Mississippi State commit Konnor Pilkington (2015, East Central, MS), Jacob Hughey (2015, Millikan, CA), and UAB recruit Luke Eigsti (2015, Saguaro, AZ) in the win.
Konnor Pilkington had two hits, two runs, and one RBI. Jacob Hughey had three hits on the day, scored two runs, and hit in four runs. Eigsti picked up another hit to go with his solo homerun. Christopher Lincoln (2016, Rancho Verde, CA) threw three innings, gave up two unearned runs, and topped out at 83 mph.
Connor Shobe (2015, IMG Academy, FL) 2 for 2 with a triple, a run scored, and two runs batted in Brandon Stokes (2016, Meadowbrook Christian, PA) went 2 for 4 with a double, two runs scored, and two runs batted in. Ricky Silguero (2015, Damien, CA) threw three scoreless innings on the mound for MVP Baseball. Silguero had three strikeouts.
Gamers Handle CageRat in 8-0 Victory
6/30/2014
The BigStix Gamers 16U shut the door on CageRat Baseball Grey as they went on to win big 8-0.
For the Gamers, Burnett pitched one inning, threw 69% of his pitches for strikes, and picked up the win. Hammond topped out at 82 mph in his five innings of one-hit work. Adams went 2 for 3 with a run scored. Colorado had two hits, two runs, and three RBIs.
Colton Messina (2015, Cathedral Preparatory, PA) and Dylan Ladd (2015, Madisonville North Hopkins, KY) both got in the hit column for CageRat.
Red Sox, A's Play to 3-3 Tie
6/30/2014
The Michigan Red Sox and the Easton A's played to a 3-3 tie. The A's scored one run in the bottom of the fifth for the last scoring of the game.
Kyle Stowers (2016, Christian, CA) gave up one earned run over four innings of work. His fastball sat 80-84 mph and topped out at 85 mph. Stowers gave up one hit and struck out four hitters. Mario Murillo (2016, Hilltop, CA) threw three scoreless innings and struck out three batters. Trevor Howell (2015, Christian, CA) had the only two-hit game of any batter. Ryan Hartin (2016, Madison, CA) doubled, scored a run, and added an RBI. Adam Storch (2017, Rancho Bernardo, CA) went 1 for 3 with a run scored.
Harrison Milen (2015, North Farmington, MI) threw two scoreless innings for the Red Sox, only giving up two hits. Nate Wenson (2015, University Of Detroit Jesuit H, MI) went 1 for 3 with a run scored. Eric Langford (2014, Southfield-Lathrup, MI) went 1 for 3 with an RBI.
Knights Baseball Shuts Down Rawlings Patriot
6/30/2014
Knights Baseball 18U National shut down Rawlings Patriot 7-0 in this game. The Knights scored in four different innings.
Tennessee Tech recruit Alex Junior (2014, Goodpasture Christian, TN) went 2 for 3 with two runs scored from the leadoff spot. Vanderbilt commit Kyle Wright (2014, Buckhorn, AL) had two hits (one double) and hit in two runs. Southern Illinois commit Gregory Lambert (2014, Madison Academy, AL) stayed inside the ball well as he hit two doubles, scored a run, and had three RBIs.
Another Tennessee Tech recruit Will Gardner (2014, Morristown West, TN) threw seven brilliant innings and picked up the win. His fastball sat 81-87 mph, it peaked at 88 mph, and he worked in a plus curveball. Gardner gave up three hits, two walks, and struck out seven batters.
Caleb Ralston (2015, Second Baptist, TX), Addison Moss (2016, Oak Ridge, TX), and Cole Schroeder (2016, Klein, TX) all got in the hit column for Rawlings Patriot. Hunter Hall (2016, Atascocita, TX) took the mound for seven innings, gave up five earned runs, and struck out three hitters.
PacWest Responds and Wins 10-4
6/30/2014
Prospects Baseball put up the first four runs of the game, but the PacWest Prospects enjoyed a nice bottom half of the second inning as they responded with seven runs of their own. PacWest took the game 10-4.
Edmonds CC commit Alec Kisena (2013, Henry M. Jackson, WA) went 2 for 2 with a double, one run scored, and two runs batted in to pace PacWest. Marquis Harper (2015, Grosse Pointe North, MI) and Mark Finkelnburg (2015, Westview, OR) both scored two runs for PacWest.
Mark Finkelnburg was the winning pitcher in this one as he threw six innings of four-run ball. He gave up only one hit, but walked eight batters. He also had six strikeouts.
Austin Pharr (2015, Cherokee, GA) was the only guy to get in the hit column for Prospects Baseball. He went 1 for 3 with an RBI. Pharr also threw three scoreless innings on the mound. His fastball sat 78-83 mph and topped out at 85 mph.
Early Lead and Ince Hold Stars Scoreless
6/29/2014
The Dulin Dodgers defeated the DeMarini Stars 18U 7-0 in seven innings.
Mason Ince (2015, Cordova, TN) tossed the complete game shut out for the Dulin Dodgers. He only allowed one hit without a run to score. He walked two batters and struck out nine opponents. He was able to touch 83 mph with his fastball and flashed a curve that ranged from 72-74 mph.
Preston Parrish (2014, Eads, TN) led the surge for the Dodger in the second inning with a two RBI single. Preston Pearson (2014, Cordova, TN) joined in with a pair of base knocks with a RBI and a run. Von Watson (2015, Cordova, TN) helped out with a RBI single and a run. John Sparks (2014, Cordova, TN) tacked on another hit and later scored, and LeMarcus Boyd (2014, Cordova, TN) scored twice in the game.
Josh Flaherty (2015, Haymarket, VA) took the mound for the DeMarini Stars and went two strong innings. He didn't allow a hit or run to occur. He didn't surrender a walk or a strike out.
Team Elite Prime Outduels NOLA in 3-2 Win
6/29/2014
Pitchers dominated in this Team Elite Prime versus NOLA Monsters Baseball game. Team Elite Prime was able to edge out NOLA Monsters Baseball 3-2. The Prime got off to a hot start when they scored two runs in the first.
Winning pitcher and Kennesaw State commit AJ Moore (2014, Mountain View, GA) pitched four innings and allowed two unearned runs on only one hit. Moore lit up the radar gun with his fastball that sat 87-90 mph and topped out at 93 mph. He had seven strikeouts. He also mixed in a nice 78-84 mph late breaking slider. Vanderbilt commit Evan Steele (2015, Marietta, GA) threw a scoreless inning and sported a fastball that sat 85-87 mph and topped out at 88 mph. In Adam Corn's (2015, North Gwinnett, GA) scoreless inning his fastball sat 81-83 mph and peaked at 85 mph.
Bryce Denton (2015, Ravenwood, TN) went 2 for 3 with a double, a run scored, and a run batted in. Briggs Benson (2015, Tift County, GA) went 2 for 3 with two doubles and one run scored.
For NOLA, six different pitchers took the hill. Zack Hansen (2015, Live Oak, LA) threw four innings and gave up two runs (one earned). His fastball sat 81-83 mph and topped out at 84 mph. Pensacola State recruit James "Jae" Skoda (2013, Faith Academy, AL) recorded two outs on a fastball that ranged from 85-90 mph. Blake Appel (2015, Gulfport, MS) recorded one out in the game and hit 82-83 mph. Kevin Armstrong (2014, Belle Chasse, AL) also recorded one out on a fastball that ranged from 85-89 mph. Blaine Parker (2015, Live Oak, LA) pitched 1/3 of an inning and his fastball sat 82-84 mph.
Parker Morris (2015, Northshore, LA) went 1 for 2 with a run scored for Monsters Baseball.
Stars 17U Blue knocks off Gameface Elite 6-3
6/29/2014
Solid pitching and timely hitting carried Stars Baseball 17U Blue to a 6-3 victory over Gameface Elite 17U.
Michael Coritz (2016, St. Paul VI Catholic, VA) and Daniel Woodruff (2015, Centreville HS, VA) took care of business for Stars Blue, combining to strike out 10. Coritz handled four innings of work, striking out six with two unearned runs allowed on three hits and a walk. His fastball hit 83 mph on the gun with a 67-73 mph curve that showed 11/5 or 1/7 break with good feel for it and depth to it. The ball comes from a high 3/4 arm angle and he has a smooth, online delivery that's balanced and utilizes his lower half well. Woodruff threw three innings, striking out four with three hits and a walk and a run allowed. The max velocity of his heater was 83 mph also, and he threw a 66-70 mph curve with 11/5 or 1/7 break and 74-75 mph change up from a high 3/4 arm angle.
Brandon Snow (2015, Riverdale Baptist HS, VA) reached base all three times, singling twice with a walk, stolen base, and a run scored. Jack Overholt (2015, The Hill HS, VA) doubled in two, and Jack Howard (2015, Heritage HS, VA) singled, walked, reached on an error and scored twice with a stolen base. Will Miller (2015, Robinson Secondary HS, VA) also singled, scored a run, and drove in one.
Jacob Fincher (2015, Bethlehem Christian Academy, GA) led the offense for Gameface Elite 17U, going 3-3 with a double and two singles, plating one runner. Jacob Walls (2016, Bethlehem Christian Academy, GA) was on base two times, drawing a walk and smacking a single with an RBI. Patrick Klein (2015, Bethlehem Christian Academy, GA) also scored a run after reaching on a single.
Banditos Break Out Offensively, Win 14-1
6/29/2014
The Houston Banditos (Rodriquez) broke out offensively as they nine times in the fourth inning to bring it to a final score of 14-1 against the NJ Tigers.
Cody Michalec (2015, Cinco Ranch, TX) went 2 for 3 with a run scored and four RBIs to pace the Banditos offense. Austin Marshall (2015, Kountze, TX) went 2 for 2 with three runs scored and he added an RBI. Hunter Ranly (2014, Fort Bend Christian Academy, TX) went 2 for 2 with a double, one run scored, and one RBI. Michalec and Marshall both hit long balls in the game. Garrett Scott (2015, Klein Oak, TX) tripled in two runs to make the score 14-1.
Ryder Lognion (2015, Kountze, TX) pitched all four innings of the shortened game, giving up one run. He gave up three hits, one walk, and struck out four batters.
Matthew Million (2015, Florence Twp Mem, NJ) got a base hit and scored the Tigers only run. Joseph Cashman (2015, Bordentown Reg, NJ) ripped a double in the contest.
Mizuno Team GA Cruises Past Georgia Jackets
6/27/2014
Mizuno Team GA Baseball Academy 17U Red defeated the Georgia Jackets 17U 5-0 in seven innings.
Josh Meese (2015, Cumming, GA) and Andrew Reynolds (2015, Cumming, GA) flashed some power with each collecting a homer. Meese roped a three run homer, and Reynolds crushed a solo homer in the game. Tyler Sampson (2014, Tucker, GA) roped a double and later scored in the inning. Tanner Moye (2015, Blountsvile, AL) also helped with a single and a run.
Dylan Powers (2014, Gainesville, GA) took the mound and went seven strong innings. He scattered six hits without a run to score. He only walked one batter and struck out eight. He ran the gun up to 85 mph with his fastball and flashed a curve along with a slider and a change up.
Brantley Flanagan (2014, Woodstock, GA) and Billy Sutton (2014, Kite, GA) each tacked on a pair of hits for the Jackets.
Over the Mountain Scores Early, Wins 6-3
6/29/2014
Over the Mountain Baseball "Gold" scored in all of the first three innings and went on to win 6-3 against CageRat Baseball Blue.
Beicher went 2 for 4 with a double and a run scored for Over the Mountain. Kiel went 1 for 3 with two runs scored and an RBI. Winning pitcher Nquyen gave up three runs over four innings on three hits and two walks. He had two strikeouts. Dillard threw two scoreless innings on the mound.
Micah Pullins (2015, Grace Christian, IN) and Julius Roman (2015, Holy Trinity, IL) both went 1 for 3 with an RBI on the day for CageRat Baseball Blue.
Dodgers Defeat Jayhawks 6-4
6/29/2014
The East Cobb Dodgers beat the Denny Pritchett Jayhawks 18U team 6-4. They put up four quick runs in the first inning and held on for the win.
Zachary Randolph (2014, Harrison, GA) went 2 for 2 one run scored and three RBIs for the Dodgers. Charvez (CJ) Carter (2016, Decatur, GA) went 2 for 4 with a run scored.
Farrell Dunlap (2015, Atlanta International, GA) gave up four runs over six innings of winning work. He gave up three hits, three walks, and struck out two.
For the Jayhawks, Berry College recruit Leo Narrison (2014, Mill Creek, GA) went 1 for 2 with an RBI. West Georgia commit Chad Foster (2014, Centennial, GA) doubled and scored a run. Case Carmichael (2014, Creekview, GA) threw four innings, faced 21 batters, and topped out at 82 mph.
Pitching Hurts Renegades in Close Loss
6/29/2014
The Traveler's Baseball defeated ECB Renegade 10-9 in five innings.
Angelo Cruz (2014, Lorain, OH) led the Traveler's Baseball with double and a two RBI and two run game. He also tacked on a pair of walks in the game. Nickolas Hiss (2017, Sandusky, OH) also contributed a single with a pair of RBIs and a run. The team as a whole collected 12 walks and only struck out six times.
Jackson Hesterlee (2015, Carrolton, GA), Stephen Wechsler (2014, Roswell, GA) and Taylor Buice (2016, Marietta, GA) each tacked on a pair of base knocks. Hasterlee roped a double and contributed a RBI and a run, and Buice helped with a pair of runs. Will Hesterlee (2014, Carrollton, GA) helped out too with a RBI single with a run. The team walked five times and only struck out two times.
Hounds Take Care Of Bulls 8-1
6/29/2014
The Huntington Hounds took care of the Blue Chip Bulls 8-1.
Ohio State commit Seth Kinker (2014, Cabell Midland, WV) hit a two-run shot in the sixth inning. Colton Bonnett (2014, Robert C. Byrd, WV) went 2 for 3 with two runs scored and two RBIs. Another Ohio State commit Jacob Barnwell (2015, Boyd County, KY) went 2 for 3 with an RBI.
Winning pitcher Wade Martin (2015, Wheelersburg, OH) threw six innings and gave up one run. He walked no batters and gave up five hits. He had five strikeouts on a fastball that sat 82-85 mph and topped out at 87 mph.
Furman commit Jake Crawford (2015, Belton Honea Path, SC) went a perfect 3 for 3 for the Bulls. Dayquan Telley (2015, Westside, SC) doubled and scored a run.
Hits Hits and More Hits for MVP Baseball Blue
6/29/2014
MVP Baseball Blue defeated CageRat Baseball Grey 23-1 in four innings.
Cooper Mitchell (2015, Oakton, VA) saw the baseball like a beach ball by crushing two home runs and a double which total six RBIs and scored twice in the game. Brad Bonnenfant (2014, Yuba City, CA) had a game that matched Mitchell by coming in the clutch with a grand slam and a double. At the end of the day he finished with six RBIs and two runs. Matthew Donovan (2015, Westlake Village, CA) and Griffin Intrieri (2015, Burlingame, CA) each finished the game with a pair of hits, RBIs, and runs. Troy Hughes (2015, Bakersfield, CA) contributed a pair of hits while scoring twice in the game. Sam Murphy (2015, Bedford, TX) roped a two RBI double to add on to the big win.
Matthew Burns (2015, Cordova, MD) took the mound for MVP and went the complete game. He let a pair of hits fall with one run to score. He walked two batters and struck out five batters. He is a crafty lefty and maxed his fastball out at 77 mph.
Christian Smith (2015, Fortville, IN) did not surrender for the CageRat while collecting the only run off his double. Brendan Woodruff (2014, Terrace Park, OH) helped with a double and a run.
Suncoast Select Wins 8-5
6/29/2014
Suncoast Select defeated AP Baseball 8-5. They scored in every inning other than the fourth and sixth innings.
Vito Tambasco (2015, Nature Coast Technical, FL) and Cala both went 2 for 3 with one run scored and two RBIs. Cameron Hilgenberg (2014, Land O Lakes Christian, FL) had a two-hit game. Winning pitcher Alex Anderson (2015, Sunlake, FL) gave up four earned runs over 5.2 innings. He had three strikeouts.
Taormina went 1 for 2 with two RBIs. Schwartz had a hit and scored a run for AP Baseball.
Clutch Hitting Leads to Louisiana United 6-0 Win
6/29/2014
The Louisiana United defeated the Easton A's 6-0 in seven innings.
The Southern Miss commit, Taylor Braley (2014, Hattiesburg, MS), flexed his guns by stroking a three run homer in the fourth inning. Antonio Culotta (2015, Youngsville, LA) and Harry Chairs Jr (2014, Kenner, LA) each tacked on a pair of hits. Hunter Slater (2014, Fairhope, AL) contributed a RBI single and later scored a run. Nick Lee (2015, Longville, LA) and Joe Trahan (2014, Madeville, LA) helped with a single and later scoring in the game.
Kirk McCarty (2014, Hattlesburg, MS) led the United pitching staff by going five strong innings. He let a pair of hits fall without a run to score. He walked one lone batter and struck out four batters while touching 87 mph. He tossed all his pitches around the plate with a loose arm action with a quick arm. He showed arm side run on his fastball. He also tossed a slider that came with good depth and tight rotation.
Roadrunners and Mudhens Tied At 1-1
6/29/2014
Georgia Roadrunners 17U and Northeast Baseball Mudhens played to a 1-1 tie.
Massachusetts Institute of Technology commit Kevin Cuneo (2014, Beverly, MA) singled in the tying run in the bottom of the seventh inning. Mudhens starter and UConn recruit CJ Dandeneau (2014, La Salle Academy, RI) threw 5.2 innings, giving up an unearned run on three hits and three walks. He had three strikeouts with his 82-88 mph heater. Ryan Pocock (2014, Westford Academy, MA) threw 1.1 scoreless innings and his fastball ranged from 83-86 mph.
Georgia Tech recruit Brandt Stallings (2015, Kings Ridge Christian, GA) doubled and scored the Roadrunners only run. Georgia commit Addison Albright (2015, West Forsyth, GA) threw seven innings of one-run ball. He gave up five hits and two walks. He struck out nine batters on a fastball that sat 83-86 mph and peaked at 87 mph.
Olive's Solid Outing Pushes So Cal Past SBO
6/27/2014
So Cal NTT defeated SBO-Florida by a 6-0 mark Friday morning at the 2014 18u WWBA National Championship.
Bradden Olive (2014, Northside HS, AL) got the win on the mound for So Cal, logging five shutout innings in which he conceded three hits and no walks with two strikeouts. Olive was aggressive with his 78-81 MPH fastball in the outing, while Stephen Struck (2014, Pope HS, GA), a Furman commit, went 2-for-4 with a run scored and stolen base to lead NTT offensively.
Juan C Perez (2015, Colegio San Felipe HS, PR) got the loss as SBO-Florida's starting pitcher, allowing three earned runs home with four hits, two walks and one strikeout over his four innings of work in which his fastball sat 75-77 MPH. Adrian Perez (2015, James Ford Rhodes HS, OH) went 2-for-2 to lead Florida's lineup.
Hyman Outpitches Kalamazoo Prospect Team
6/29/2014
Chain Baseball Columbus Pirates defeated the Kalamazoo Maroons Prospect Team 17U 3-0 in seven innings.
Chandler Hyman (2015, Snellvile, GA) started and went the complete game for the Pirates. He let only a pair of hits fall without a run to score. He did not walk a batter at all while striking out six opponents. He maxed the gun out at 83 mph with his fastball.
The Pirates could only muster four hits, and Coleston Taylor (2015, Phenix City, AL) collected a pair of the hits with a triple and a single. He was able to drive in two RBIs in the game. Grey Norton (2015, Fortson, GA) contributed a triple while plating one run. Austin Coates (2015, Watkinsville, GA) tallied the last hit for the team.
Ashton Holdridge (2015, Kalamazoo, MI) tossed the complete game for the Prospect Team with six innings under his belt. He scattered four hits with only one earned run out of the three that scored on him. He walked three batters but was able to strike out eight batters. He ran the gun up to 85 mph with his fastball.
Chain Baseball Drubbs East Cobb Padres 12-0
6/27/2014
Chain Baseball Columbus Pirates defeated East Cobb Padres-Navy by a 12-0 score Friday morning at the 2014 18u WWBA National Championship.
Kyle Cameron (2015, Hale County HS, AL) tossed three hit-less and run-less innings as Chain's starting pitcher, striking out six batters and walking none with his 84-87 MPH fastball that showed cut action, helping set the stage for his team to toss a combined no-hitter in the contest.
John Foster (2015, Troup County HS, GA), an Auburn commit, doubled twice and drove in three runs on his way to a 2-for-3 performance at the plate in the win.
Trey Daniel III (2014, River Ridge HS, GA) logged one scoreless inning of relief for East Cobb in which he conceded no walks and struck out one batter with a fastball in the 70-71 MPH range.
Dodgers Hold Off Twins Rally, Win 6-5
6/29/2014
The Dulin Dodgers defeated the East Cobb Twins 6-5. The Twins scored four times in the bottom of the seventh inning, but were not able to come all the way back.
Hunter Hill (2016, Briarcrest Christian, TN) hit two doubles to pace the Dodgers offense. Sam Simmons (2015, Dyer County, TN) went 1 for 3 with two RBIs. Preston Parrish (2014, Evangelical Christian, TN) hit a two-run single in the sixth inning.
Austin Roby (2015, Bolton, TN) gave up five runs over six innings of work and picked up the win. His fastball ranged from 81-85 mph. John Bowers threw a scoreless inning and his fastball ranged from 83-85 mph.
For the Twins, Joe Charron (2015, Holy Innocents Episcopal, GA) went 1 for 3 with a run scored and an RBI. Hardie Jackson (2015, The Lovett School, GA) went 2 for 3 with a run scored and an RBI. Jacob Jordan (2015, Decatur, GA) pitched 1.1 scoreless innings.
Stealers Destroy Padres with 18 Hits
6/29/2014
The Ohio Stealers defeated the East Cobb Padres- Navy 10-4 in six innings.
Leadoff hitter for the Ohio Stealers, Jake Lapchynski (2015, Stow, OH), finished the day going 3-4 with a RBI and two runs. Andrew Neal (2014, Akron, OH) contributed a pair of hits, RBIs, and runs for the team. Devin Elekes (2014, Akron, OH) knocked a trio of hits while scoring once. Tristan Sprague (2015, Mogadore, OH) added a pair of hits with a RBI in the game. Juan Comacho (2014, Stow, OH) joined in going 1-2 with a pair of RBIs and a run. Brian Soldierson (2015, Stow, OH) pitched 4.1 innings while giving up three hits with only one earned run. He walked a pair while striking out four batters. He ran the gun up to 79 mph.
Adam Chisum (2016, Acworth, GA) tried to light a spark in the EC Padres offense by going 2-3 with two RBIs. Wilson Boyette (2015, Marietta, GA) helped with a double and scoring twice.
Team Elite Roundtrip stays undefeated with 6-4 win
6/29/2014
Team Elite Roundtrip pulled out to a 5-0 lead through three innings and held on as FTB Platinum rallied but fell short 6-4.
Georgia Southern commit Zach Cowart (2015, Emanuel County Institute, GA) and Covenant College commit Brandon Davis (2014, Effingham County HS, GA) each singled twice and scored once with Cowart also driving in one. Flagler College commit Bryce Evans (2014, Savannah Christian Prep, GA) singled and was hit by a pitch, scoring once and also stealing a base. Georgia Regents commit Gage Patton (2014, Appling County HS, GA) also reached base twice, working a walk and hitting a single with an RBI.
Keegan McGovern (2014, Coffee County HS, GA), a University of Georgia commit, threw six innings with seven punch outs to no walks and four runs allowed (three earned) on five hits, a pair of wild pitches and a hit batter. He sat 80-85 mph with his fastball, touching 87 mph with pinpoint control and a balanced, online delivery. McGovern also threw a 68-75 mph hook and 71-76 mph slider with late break and tight rotation. He also threw five mystery pitches in the 78-82 mph range.
Jose Criollo (2014, Arlington Country Day HS, FL) had the only multi-hit game for FTB Platinum, hitting two singles with an RBI and a stolen base. Julio Perez (2015, Arlington Country Day HS, FL) drove in one with a single and scored while William Darnell (2015, Steinbrenner HS, FL) and Jaleel Del Valle (2015, Gateway HS, FL) both singled and scored.
Seminole State College commit Chase Rimes (2014, Umatilla HS, FL) struck out six in three innings but also allowed five runs, hitting 86 mph on the gun in the process. His heater sat in the 81-85 mph range with a 74-77 mph slider and a 69-73 mph curve.
Neidert Impressive, but Maroons and Prime Tie
6/27/2014
Kalamazoo Maroons and Team Elite Prime finished their Friday morning matchup in a 0-0 tie at the 2014 18u WWBA National Championship.
Nick Neidert (2015, Peachtree Ridge HS, GA) struck out 11 batters over his seven shutout innings of work as Elite Prime's starter, running his fastball up to 94 MPH, showing good depth to his 76-77 MPH slider and deception to his 81-82 MPH changeup. Chandler Burrow (2015, Lanier HS, GA) went 2-for-2 with a double to led Prime offensively.
Tate Brawley (2014, Niles Senior HS, MI) tossed five scoreless innings as Kalamazoo's starting pitcher, sitting 83-85 MPH with his fastball and 73-75 with his slider. Benny Clark (2013, Schoolcraft HS, MI) went 1-for-3 with a stolen base as the Maroons' leadoff hitter.
Comeback Falls Short For Team Elite 18U
6/29/2014
Next Level Upperclass defeated Team Elite 18U 5-2 in seven innings.
Blake Reese (2015, Tallahassee, FL) came in the clutch for Next Level by clearing the bases with a triple and later scoring later. Andrew Williamson (2015, Orange Park, FL) showed gap to gap power with his two doubles on the day. Jay Estes (2014, Crawfordville, FL) also added to the doubles total with one of his own while driving in one RBI. Tramayne Holmes (2014, Tallahassee, FL) roped a single and later scored. Tyler Holton (2015, Tallahassee, FL) started for the team and went five strong innings. He let a pair of hits fall without a run to score. He only walked on batter and struck out six. He ran the gun up to 87 mph with his fastball. He maintains a deceptive delivery while setting up hitters and attacking them pitch after pitch. He displays a mound presence that comes with the knowledge of how to pitch.
Christian Hodge (2014, Winder, GA) led Team Elite by going 2-3 with a double and a single. He was able to drive in a RBI and score once. Miles Fore (2014, Stone Mountain, GA) contributed a double while scoring once, and Mason Leblanc (2015, Snellville, GA) finished by collecting a RBI single. Dylan Churchwell (2014, Cochran, GA) and Stephen Tomlinson (2014, Lawrenceville, GA) each added a single to their totals.
MVP Baseball Blue Blow Doors Open
6/29/2014
MVP Baseball Blue really took it to CageRat Baseball Grey as their offense couldn't be stopped. They cruised to a 23-1 win.
Sacramento State commit Brad Bonnenfant (2014, Sutter, CA) had two hits, two runs, and put up six runs batted in to pace their offense. Troy Hughes (2015, Bakersfield Christian
, CA) went 2 for 2 with two runs scored. Cooper Mitchell (2015, Oakton, VA) went 3 for 4 with two runs scored and six RBIs. Jack Blumenthal (2015, Heritage Hall, OK) went 3 for 3 with three runs scored and an RBI. Bryan Smith (2015, Millikan, CA) went 2 for 3 with two runs scored. Matthew Donovan (2015, Westlake Village, CA) went 2 for 2 with two runs scored and two RBIs. Griffin Intrieri (2015, Burlingame, CA) went 2 for 3 with two runs scored and two RBIs.
Winning pitcher Matthew Burns (2015, Easton, MD) pitched four innings of one-run ball. He gave up only two hits and two walks. He had five strikeouts.
For CageRat, Christian Smith (2015, Mount Vernon, IN) doubled and had an RBI. Brendan Woodruff (2014, Mariemont, OH) doubled and scored their only run. Rhett Baxter (2015, William Henry Harrison, IN) didn't record an out but his fastball topped out at 82 mph.
Powell's Arm Helps Elite Black to Victory
6/27/2014
Team Elite Black defeated 212 Foundation Sports A's 17's by a 10-2 mark Friday morning at the 2014 18u WWBA National Championship.
Tristan Powell (2015, Stephens County HS, GA) got the winning decision as Elite Black's starting pitcher, logging five one-run innings in which he struck out one with a fastball velocity of 77-79 MPH. Chris Schwarzer (2015, Collins Hill HS, GA) doubled on his way to a 2-for-4 batting line with four runs batted in for Black.
Alec Hayes (2016, Spalding HS, GA) took the loss on the mound for Foundation, hoarding 3.1 innings of four-earned-run ball to go with six walks and five strikeouts with a fastball velocity of 75-79 MPH. Carson Grant (2015, Spalding HS, GA) doubled and went 1-for-3 from the plate for his club in the loss.
Archer pitches his team to a win
6/29/2014
Mason Archer (2014, El Reno, OK) threw a one hitter for Midwest Warducks in their 4-1 win over Strike One Slammers. He struck out seven and allowed two walks. Hunter Steinmetz (2015, Parkview, MO) went 2 for 3 and came around to score twice. One of his hits was a triple. Jacob Mitchell (2015, Mountain Grove, MO) doubled in the win.
Dakota Middleton (2015, Navarre, FL) had the only hit for the Slammers.
Skeggs, Walton Impress as Lighting and SEB Tie
6/27/2014
Lowcountry Lightning Baseball and SEB 17u Black finished their Friday morning matchup in a 4-4 tie at the 2014 18u WWBA National Championship.
Stephen Skeggs (2015, Flowery Branch HS, GA) led SEB 17u Black offensively, going 2-for-4 with a double, run scored and stolen base. Kain Hewitt (2014, Stephens County HS, GA) pitched five innings for SEB, striking out five, walking two and allowing three earned runs home with a fastball velocity of 82-84 MPH.
Barrett Walton (2014, Wando HS, SC) tripled on his way to a 2-for-3 batting line with two runs batted in, one run scored and a walk for Lowcountry. Mark Evans (2014, Wando HS, SC) logged five innings in which he conceded one earned run for Lighting Baseball with a fastball velocity of 80-82 MPH.
Early Lead Gives So Cal 4-0 Win
6/29/2014
The So Cal SKLZ/TROSKY defeated Evoshield Canes North 17U 4-0 in seven innings.
Zach Weisz (2015, Poway, CA) came in the clutch for So Cal with a two RBI single and a run. Angel Estrada (2015, Chula Vista, CA) had a great game by stroking two doubles and scoring once. Octavio Arroyo (2015, San Diego, CA) contributed a single with two runs in the game. Daniel Rubio (2014, Winchester, CA) helped by driving in a RBI.
Gamboa took the mound for So Cal by going six innings. He let five hits fall without a run to score. He was able to strike out five batters while running the gun up to 88 mph with his fastball. He stays tall on his back side when releasing his pitches. His arm action works well that seems effortless. He comes with arm side run on his fastball.
Big inning lifts Burn
6/29/2014
Florida Burn 18U Navy drove in 11 runs in the top of the first and went on to beat CageRat Baseball Blue 16-2. Ryan Brzozowski (2015, Newsome, FL) doubled in a run for the Burn. Ishmael Pray (2015, Lakeland Senior, FL) went 2 for 3 and came around to score twice. John Graves (2015, Braden River, FL) pitched in with a single and two RBI's. Logan Keedy (2015, Newsome, FL) drove in two runs with a single. Curtis Williamson (2015, Newsome, FL) went 2 for 2 with an RBI.
Nathan Shaw (2014, Eastbrook, IN) went 2 for 2 with a home run and two RBI's.
Lowcountry Shuts Down Alabama 8-0
6/29/2014
Lowcountry Lightning Bandits put it all together in their 8-0 victory over the Alabama Bandits. Their offense put up four quick runs in the first inning and never looked back.
Troy Rosado (2014, Wando, SC) hit two doubles, scored two runs, and hit in four runs. Andrew Lee (2014, Wando, SC) and University of South Carolina-Salkehatchie recruit Barrett Walton (2014, Wando, SC) both had a two-hit game. Lee scored one run and Walton scored two runs on the day. Neal Tolbert (2014, First Presbyterian Day, GA) drove in two runs.
Winning pitcher Tommy King (2015, Manning, SC) worked five innings and gave up only one hit. He struck out seven hitters and his fastball ranged from 78-84 mph.
Ryan Spann (2015, Spain Park, AL) was the only Bandits hitter to get in the hit column with his double in the fourth inning. Jacob Oswalt (2014, Hoover, AL) pitched 3.2 innings and topped out at 83 mph with his fastball.
Prospects Let Lead Slips Through Fingers
6/29/2014
Mizuno Team GA Baseball Academy 17U Red defeated Prospects Baseball 6-4 in seven innings.
Jay Johnson (2015, Waynesboro, GA), Josh Meese (2015, Cumming, GA), and Tyler Clack (2015, Alpharetta, GA) all contributed to the Mizuno Team GA comeback with each collected a pair of singles. Meese scored a RBI and scored once, and Clack touched home once. Francis Sugrue (2015, Marietta, GA) helped by going 1-3 with a RBI and a run. Ridge Maxson (2015, Atlanta, GA) joint in with a RBI single. Bret Boatwright (2015, Canton, GA) took the mound and went all seven innings. He scattered five hits with four runs to score. He walked a pair of batters and struck out eight opponents.
Blaze Rozier (2014, Byron, GA) led the Prospects Baseball by going 2-3 with two singles and a RBI. Dakota Long (2014, Macon, GA) contributed a pair of base knocks, and Sam McWhorter (2015, Johns Creek, GA) joined in with a RBI single and a run.
Mizuno's offense too much for Dodgers
6/29/2014
With seven hits each, Mizuno Team GA Baseball Academy 17U Blue topped East Cobb Dodgers 9-4. Brandon Sewell (2015, Gainesville, GA) doubled and came around to score. Jack Dunn (2015, Blessed Trinity, GA) went 1 for 3 with two RBI's. Eric Terry (2015, Summit County Day, OH) singled in a run and walked twice in the win. Jonathan Mouw (2015, Creekview, GA) started and threw three innings. He struck out four and allowed two hits. Robert Winborne (2015, Lovett School, GA) came in next and threw the fourth innings. He fanned two and allowed one hit. He threw a high 80's fastball and touched 88 mph. Will Geraghty (2015, Lovett, GA) threw two innings in the win. He fanned one and his fastball impressed others. It was in the high 80's and touched 89 mph. Parker Carracci (2015, Jackson Prep, MS) and in the finish the game. In one inning, he struck out one and allowed a walk. His fastball was also in the high 80's and touched 89.
Joey Santoro (2013, Cambridge, GA) led the Dodgers with two hits including a double. Matthew Broadhead (2014, Harrison, GA) went 1 for 4 with an RBI. Jamar Williams (2015, Mays, GA) threw four innings and struck out three.
Florida Burn Takes Down Team Mizuno
6/29/2014
The Florida Burn 18U Navy defeated Mizuno Tema GA Baseball Academy 17U Blue 6-4 in seven innings.
Casey Smith (2015, Heathrow, FL) and Ishmael Pray (2015, Lakeland, FL) led the surge for the Florida Burn by each collecting two hits. Smith came in the clutch with a RBI, and Pray helped by scorning twice and roping a double. Jake Richardson (2014, Clearwater, FL) and Shane Rocklein (2015, Bradenton, FL) helped with a RBI single. Brock Younce (2015, Bradenton, FL) tossed 4.2 innings with a pair of hits to fall with one run to score. He struck out two batters while touching 82 mph with his fastball.
Luke Wall (2015, Hayden, AL) led the Mizuno Team GA by collecting two hits with a double and a single. He was able to drive in a RBI and a run. Trey Logan (2014, Suwannee, GA) and Gene Wood (2015, Flowood, MS) helped with a hit each and scoring once. Charlie Hecht (2014, Johns Creek, GA) took the bump by going six innings. He scattered eight hits with four earned runs. He did not walk a single batter while striking out four. He maxed out the gun at 84 mph.
Tigers Make Run But Lose 15-9
6/29/2014
Over the Mountain Baseball "Gold" used big innings in the first and the third inning to take down the NJ Tigers 15-9. The Tigers put up seven runs in the fourth inning to make a run, but the couldn't come all the way back.
Haight went 2 for 2 with a homerun, a double, two runs scored and six runs batted in. Belcher hit a homer and a double as well. He scored two runs and had two RBIs. Boyd went 2 for 3 with a run scored. Urban went 1 for 3 with two runs scored and two RBIs.
Over the Mountain Baseball "Gold" threw five pitchers in this game. Nquyen was the winner on the mound, throwing two scoreless innings. Coggins only recorded two outs, but he topped at 84 mph.
For the NJ Tigers, Jordan Smith (2016, The Hun, NJ) hit a double and picked up four RBIs on the day. Nicolas Tekula (2014, Linden, NJ) went 1 for 2 with a run scored and two RBIs. Isaiah Lewis (2015, Inst Of Tech-Westampton, NJ) pitched two innings, faced 13 batters, and struck out three batters. He threw a give-and-take fastball that ranged from 73-84 mph.
Tigers smack 12 hits in 11-3 win over Nationals
6/29/2014
Tigers Sports Club Select's offense was firing on all cylinders, pounding out 12 hits in their 11-3 romp over Central Alabama Nationals.
Jayson Gray (2013, New Rochelle HS, NY) accounted for three of the Tigers' hits, launching a double and two singles with two runs scored and an RBI. Grayson County College commit Tristan Rojas (2014, James Monroe HS, NY) and Dion Austrie (2014, Fox Lane HS, NY) both scored twice and drove in two with Austrie hitting a double and a single and Rojas racking up two singles with a stolen base and sac fly. John Valente (2013, New Rochelle HS, NY) roped a triple and a single, scoring both times with an RBI.
Christian Pimentel (2014, Iona Preperatory HS, NY) tossed 3.2 scoreless frames, striking out three and allowing two hits and a walk while touching 85 mph on the radar gun with his fastball. The Ave Maria University commit sat in the 80-83 mph range with a 71-73 mph hook, 77 mph slider, and a 79 mph change up.
Zac Reed (2014, John Carrol Catholic HS, AL) was 2-2 with a pair of singles for Central Alabama while Jeremy Peterson (2014, Huffman Magnet HS, AL) singled, scored and drove in one. Logan Nix (2015, Walker HS, AL) reached twice on a walk and a single, scoring once, and Maurice Brown (2014, Hattiesburg HS, MS) had an RBI single.
Hughes shine in win
6/29/2014
Georgia Tech commit and #74 ranked, Jonathan Hughes (2015, Flowery Branch, GA) pitched seven solid innings for East Cobb Yankees in their 8-1 win over Prospects National Team. He struck out nine and allowed just one hit. His fastball was very impressive as it was between 91-92 mph and touched 95. He also had a great low 80's slider. The Yankee's offense exploded for 14 hits. Blake Jackson (2014, Houston County, GA) had two homers and three RBI's. Mitchel Webb (2014, East Paulding, GA) went 2 for 4 with a double and two RBI's. Tyler Heinrichs (2015, Walton, GA) helped out with two singles and two runs driven in.
John Pineda (2014, Carroll, TX) pitched seven innings for the Prospects. He struck out seven and allowed just one walk. He had a mid 80's fastball and it touched 87 mph.
Hutchinson Tosses One Hitter for Redskins
6/29/2014
The Midland Redskins defeated the Clarksville Orioles 11-0 in five innings.
Rodney Hutchinson was the talk of the game by throwing a one hit shut out for Midland. He allowed just one hit without a run to score. He did not walk a batter while striking out seven batters. He had a good hip rotation with a smooth and sound mechanics. He showed strong off speed pitches with a tight rotation with his off speed. His fastball reached 92 mph, and the slider touched 82 mph.
The Vanderbilt commit, Jeren Kendall (2014, Holmen, WI), went 2-2 with two singles with two RBIs and a run for the Redskins. Tyler Duvall (2016, Lebanon, OH) contributed a three RBI double in the game, and DJ Wilson crushed a homer and a single while finishing with two RBIs and two runs. Liam Sabino (2014, East Stroudsburg, PA) roped a triple that scored a run and later touched home, and Justin Smith (2014, St. Johns, FL) matched with a triple and scored twice in the game.
Tigers explode in win
6/29/2014
Tigers Sport Club Select racked up 12 hits and went on to beat Central Alabama Nationals 11-3. Jayson Gray (2015, New Rochelle, NY) went a perfect 3 for 3 with a double and an RBI. Dion Austrie (2014, Fox Lane, NY) pitched in with two hits including a double and two RBI's. Tristan Rojas, who is ranked number 106, (2014, James Monroe, NY) helped out with two hits and two RBI's. John Valente (2013, New Rochelle, NY) had a single and a triple and an RBI. Michael Maturo (2014, Don Bosco, NY) doubled in two runs. Christian Pimentel (2014, Iona Prep, NY) pitched 3 2/3 innings. He struck out three and allowed two hits. His fastball was in the low 80's and touched 85 mph.
Zac Reed (2014, John Carroll Catholic, AL) led the offense for the Nationals. He had two singles. Lead-off hitter Jeremy Peterson (2014, Huffman Magnet, AL) singled in a run. Wes Crawford (2014, Mortimer Jordan, AL) threw two innings and struck out three.
Errors Come Back to Hurt Team Elite Black
6/29/2014
The Grand Slam Bluerocks defeated Team Elite Black 5-0 in seven innings.
For Grand Slam, John Catchmark (2015, Mohnton, PA) led the surge by going 1-2 with with a single and driving in three runs and scoring once. Adam Koval (2014, Hamilton, NJ) joined in with a RBI double, and Jamie Galazin (2014, Langhorne, PA) contributed a single and score two runs for the Bluerocks.
Zach Heffner (2014, Douglasville, PA) tosed most of the game by going 6.1 innings for the Bluerocks. He allowed three hits to fall without a run to score. He walked two batters and struck out ten opponents. He showed good command while attacking hitters constantly. He also flashed a good curve that came with late break. He ran the gun up to 87 mph with his fastball.
Braves notch first win, topping Red Sox 6-3
6/29/2014
Bullpen Braves 17U scored first and held tight to the lead, finishing the game with a 6-3 victory over Fungo Red Sox.
Luke Aragon (2015, Dutchtown HS, GA) was instrumental in the Braves offensive attack, driving in three runs with a sac fly, single, walk, and a run scored with a pair of stolen bases. Jake Burch (2015, Ola HS, GA) doubled and walked, coming around to score both times. Kaleb Hood (2015, Union Grove HS, GA) knocked a pair of singles and Josh Palmer (2016, Eagle's Landing HS, GA) singled, stole a base and drove in one on the day.
AJ Madonna (2015, Union Grove HS, GA) was on point, striking out seven batters in five innings with just one hit and three walks allowed. His fastball sat in the 79-86 mph range with a 65-74 mph curve featuring 11/5 or 1/7 break and a good slider in the 74-78 mph range from a 3/4 arm angle. He gets good hip rotation and good extension out front with a quick arm and a presence on the mound.
Noah Watts (2014, Community School of Davidson, NC) sent one to Souvenir City for Fungo Red Sox, launching a two-run homer in the sixth inning with a single earlier in the game. Garren Freeze (2014, Cox Mill HS, NC) singled, scored, and drove in one while Austin Fox (2014, Cox Mill HS, NC) reached base twice and stole two bases with a run scored, walk, and a single.
Watts threw a complete game for the Red Sox in a losing effort, reaching 84 mph on the radar gun in the process, sitting 70-77 mph with his fastball.
Houston Banditos Defeat Jayhawks 10-2
6/29/2014
The Houston Banditos (Rodriquez) scored four times in the first and then had a five-run third inning in route to their 10-2 victory over Denny Pritchett Jayhawks 18U.
Hayden Brown (2015, Clark, TX) went 3 for 3 with a double, a run scored, and an RBI for the Banditos. Hunter Ranly (2014, Fort Bend Christian Academy, TX) went 2 for 4 with two runs scored and two RBIs. Cameron Williams (2015, Victoria East, TX) went 2 for 3 with two runs batted in. Angelo Winings (2015, Jesuit College Prep, TX) went 2 for 3 with two runs scored and a run batted in.
Karan Patel (2015, Kempner, TX) threw five innings, giving up two runs--one earned--on three hits and five walks. His fastball sat 83-86 mph, topping out at 87 mph and struck out eight batters.
As for the Jayhawks, West Georgia commit Chad Foster (2014, Centennial, GA) went 2 for 2 with a double and one run scored. Max Holton (2014, Creekview, GA) tripled, scored a run, and drove in a run. Georgia Highlands recruit Avery Smith (2014, Creekview, GA) threw three innings, faced 23 batters, and struck out two batters. His fastball sat 83-88 and topped out at 90 mph. Ryan Worley (2014, River Ridge, GA) gave up one run over his two innings of work. His fastball sat 78-83 mph and peaked at 84 mph.
Last Inning Comeback End in 5-5 Tie
6/29/2014
The Columbus Web Ball tied with GBSA Blue Rays at 5-5 at the end of seven innings.
Herman Sardinas (2016, Miami, FL) led Web Ball by collecting a two run homer. Danny Casals (2015, Miami, FL) contributed a RBI single while later scoring. Jakob Vinson (2016, Miami, FL) helped with a triple, and Jackie Urbaez (2015, Miami, FL) also added a double to Web Ball. Peter Wall (2015, Homestead, FL) took the mound by going 4.1 innings. He let a pair of hits fall with a pair of runs to score. He walked one while striking out five. He ran the gun up to 80 mph with his fastball.
Trenton Nash (2015, Decatur, GA) and Bakari Gayle (2015, Stone Mountain, GA) led the surge for GBSA by each tacking on a home run. Nash finished with two hits and three RBIs with a run, and Gayle ended with two RBIs and a run. Keishaun Clark (2015, Decatur, GA) helped with a single and a run. Jordan Griffin (2015, Stockbridge, GA) took the mound by going four innings. He scattered six hits with only one earned run. He walked two batters while talking seven. He ran the gun up to 81 mph with his fastball. Deonte Nicholson (2014, Pensacola, FL) also tossed a strong outing by going 2.1 innings. He did not allow a hit or a run. He did not allow a walk, and he struck out three batters while running the gun up to 80 mph.
Braves win with pitching
6/29/2014
Bullpen Braves 17U had strong pitching in their 6-3 win over Fungo Red Sox. Jake Burch (2015, Ola, GA) threw two innings and struck out one. A.J. Madonna (2015, Union Grove, GA) came in and pitched five innings. He struck out seven and allowed a hit. He had a good fastball that reached 86 mph. Kaleb Hood (2015, Union Grove, GA) led the offense with two singles. Jake Burch (2015, Ola, GA) doubled and came around to score. Lead-off hitter Josh Palmer (2016, Eagle's Landing, GA) singled in a run.
Noah Watts (2014, Community School of David, NC) had a great game for the Red Sox. He had two hits including a home run and two RBI's. He also pitched seven innings and struck out three. Garren Freeze (2014, Cox Mill, NC) went 1 for 3 with an RBI.
Banditos top Gamers
6/29/2014
In a low scoring game, Georgia Banditos came out on top against BigStix Gamers 18U. Jason Gifford (2014, Northside, GA) started for the Banditos. His fastball was in the low 80's and touched 85 mph. He struck out four and allowed just one hit. Hudson Graham (2014, Creekview, GA) came in and threw four innings. He fanned one and allowed a walk. Nick Wise (2014, Alexander, GA) led the offense with two hits including a double. Nolan Greckel (2014, North Cobb, GA) singled in a run in the win.
Gavin Bloodworth (2018, McDonough, GA) led the Gamers with two singles. Antonio Johnson (2016, Decatur, GA) threw two innings and struck out two.
Pro Source jumps all over Riverbats for 6-2 win
6/28/2014
Pro Source 18U jumped out to an early four run lead and had no problems holding on for a 6-2 victory over Cincinnati Riverbats National Team.
Josh Abalos (2015, Hebron HS, TX) led the way for Pro Source, driving in two runs with a triple and also scoring once. Austin Acuff (2014, Coppell HS, TX) and Justin Rath (2015, Coppell HS, TX) had the only multi-hit performances, with Acuff knocking a pair of singles and working a walk with an RBI while Rath singled twice. Blake Grellhesl (2015, Ryan HS, TX) walked, stole a base, and scored while also driving in one and reaching on a fielder's choice.
Ethan Dailey (2015, Flower Mound HS, TX) struck out seven in just five innings in his start, allowing two runs on three hits and two walks with a wild pitch. He used a 76-79 mph with armside run and life, peaking at 81 mph from a 3/4 arm angle. Daley also worked a 64-69 mph 12/6 curve and 71-72 mph change up into the mix. Cisco Junior College commit Brandon Boyzuick (2014, Argyle HS, TX) followed that with two scoreless innings, striking out three and allowing a base hit and two walks, earning the save. He touched 85 mph with his fastball, sitting 80-84 mph with a 72 mph curve ball.
Drew Dietz (2014, Ross HS, OH) drove in both runs for the Riverbats National Team, hitting a single in the second inning. Eric Elkus (2014, Dixie Heights HS, KY) and Marietta College commit Matt Yates (2014, Miamisburg HS, OH) came in to score with Elkus reaching on a single and Yates drawing a walk.
Jonathan Breeden (2015, Dixie Heights HS, KY) threw 4.1 innings, allowing one unearned run on three hits and three walks with four punch outs. His heater worked in the 74-78 mph range, topping out at 79 mph with a 59-65 mph 12/6 curve and 71-73 mph change up coming from a high 3/4 arm angle.
Marlins Take Care of Business with 4-2 Victory
6/29/2014
The Marlins Scout Team defeated the FTM Platinum 4-2 in seven innings.
J'Mar Smith (2015, Meridian, MS) led the surge for the Marlins. He crushed a three run homer in the fifth inning to gain the lead for his team. He showed fluid strike with good bast speed with some lift as well. Hoard tallied the second hit for his team with a triple on which he later scored on. DeMarcus Evans (2015, Petal, MS) started for the Marlins and went three strong innings. He scattered a pair of hits without a run. He was able to strike out six batters without a walk. He threw strikes while maintaining solid arm action while attacking hitters. He maxed out at 92 mph. Smith also shut down the last inning to get the save. He didn't allow a hit or a run. He struck out two batters out of the three he faced. During his time, he showed projectable stuff that came from a 3/4 high arm angle. He ran the gun up to 89 mph with his fastball.
Jaleel Del Valle (2015, Kissimmee, FL) tried to get a spark from FTB by going 2-3 with a double and a RBI. William Darnell (2015, Lutz, FL) added a triple and later scored on for the team. Darren Kelly (2014, Ocala, FL) started and went four strong innings. He only allowed one hit and one run that was unearned. He only walked one batter while striking out five batters. He maxed out at 86 mph with his fastball.
Bears and Beast tie
6/29/2014
After some big runs in the late innings, McDonalds Bears and North Texas Beast tied 6-6. Jose Colomer (2014, Lone Star, TX) led the Beast with a single that scored two. Jerry LaSaint (2014, Lone Star, TX) also singled in two in the tie. Josh Chavez (2015, Denton, TX) came in and pitched two innings. He struck out three and allowed one hit.
Cole Johnson (2017, Catholic, LA) led the Bears with two singles and an RBI. Brian Fairbanks (2016, Catholic, LA) went 1 for 3 with a double and an RBI.
Williams Lead Dodgers to Overwhelming Win
6/29/2014
The Columbus Chain Baseball Dodgers defeated Rawlings Patriots 8-0 in five innings.
Troy Williams (2015, Auburn, AL) was the talk of the game for the Dodgers. He came in the clutch with a grand slam for his only hit in the game. Chris Turner (2015, Newnan, GA) added two hits with a double and a single. He drove in two RBIs while scoring once. Chase Storm (2015, Auburn, AL) and Jake Frazier (2015, Covington, GA) each contributed a double and a run.
Connor Hughes (2015, Loganville, GA) took the mound by going all five innings. He let a pair of hits fall without a run to score. He walked three batters while striking out five. He has a straight fastball while working quickly on the mound. He ran the gun up to 84 mph with his fastball.
Offense leads Huskies to 10-5 win
6/29/2014
The SF Huskies 18U pounded out 14 hits on Sunday afternoon to beat 212 Foundation Sports A's 17's, 10-5. Chase Perry paced the offense for the Huskies with a 3-3 day at the plate. Perry also drove in 2 runs and scored once. Turner Grass (2016, American Heritage HS, FL) collected 3 hits on the day, as well. Grass finished 3-4 with 1 RBI and 2 runs scored. Samyr Santos (2015, West Broward HS, FL) and Bradon Keller (2015, Archbishop Edward Mccarthy HS, FL) were the other players to have multi-hit games. Santos and Keller had 2 hits each. The Huskies other extra-base hit was collected by Mike Grey (2015, Coral Glades HS, FL), who doubled.
212 Foundation Sports was led by Alec Hayes (2016, Spalding HS, GA) at the plate. Hayes was 2-3 with 1 RBI in the loss. Evan Skipper (2015, Spalding HS, GA), Ryan Ross (2015, Tift County HS, GA), and Stephon Cruver (2015, East Coweta HS, GA) all hit doubles in the game, as well.
Astros and Powermill End in 4-4 Tie
6/29/2014
The East Cobb Astros tied with Powermill 18U 4-4 at the end of six innings.
For the Astros, Mason Meadows (2016, Roswell, GA) led the surge by stroking two singles and driving in the only two RBIs for the team. Christopher Burgess (2015, Lithonia, GA), Cason Greathouse (2016, Columbus, GA), and Nate Dupree (2015, Marietta, GA) all added singles to the team with Burgess and Greathouse scoring once. Brenton Burgess (2015, Lithonia, GA) also took the mound by going 2.1 strong innings without letting a hit or a run allow. He walked two batters but struck out five batters.He showed a good extension out front while staying tall on his backside. He ran the gun up to 91 mph with his fastball.
For Powermill, Tyler Clay (2014, Colquitt, GA) collected a pair of RBIs to tally half of the runs for the team. Zachary Chappell (2014, Fort Myers, FL) roped a RBI double and later scored in the game. Ross Goforth (2014, Norman Park, GA) added a double and scored twice. Thomas Nicoll (2014, Tallahassee, FL) took the mound and went five strong innings. He scattered four hits along with two earned runs. He walked only one batter while striking out eight batters. He knows how to throw all his pitches around the plate with his online delivery. He maxed the gun at 90 mph with his fastball.
Vipers Blank Prospects 2-0
6/29/2014
The North Alabama Vipers blanked the PacWest Prospects 2-0 despite four double plays from the Prospects defense. The Vipers were outhit by the Prospects 5-7, but were led offensively by Brad Norman (2016, Auburn HS, AL) who finished 2-3 at the plate with a run scored.
Brady Wallace (2014, Hartselle HS, AL) won the pitching battle and takes the win for his full game on the mound. Wallace allowed seven hits and no runs while walking two and striking out four.
Tanner Cantwell (2015, Marist HS, OR) took the loss for the Prospects for his full seven innings on the mound, allowing five hits and two runs, both earned, while walking none and striking out four.
Mavericks Take 6-4 Win
6/29/2014
The Mavericks Scout Team '15 survived a late two-run rally from the 212 A's 18U to take the win 6-4 in six innings despite being outhit 6-9. Matthew Mulkey (2015, Emerald HS, SC) powered the Maverick offense with a 2-3 game at the plate with a game-high four RBIs and a run scored with a double and a two-run shot in the third inning. Kain English (2016, Pike County HS, GA) countered Mulkey for the A's with a 2-3 game at the plate with an RBI and a run scored with a homer of his own, a solo shot to start off the fifth inning.
Brandon Miller (2015, Aiken HS, SC) took home the win for the Mavericks for his four and two thirds innings on the mound. Miller allowed six hits and four runs, two earned, while walking two, striking out three, and allowing a homer with a fastball averaging 83 mph and topping out at 87 mph.
Ryan Avidano (2014, Starrs Mill HS, GA) is credited with the loss for the A's for his full game on the mound. The Georgia commit allowed six hits and six runs, four earned, while walking four, striking out nine, and allowing one homer with a fastball averaging 84 mph and topping out at 87 mph.
Gold Glove Elite Cruises Past Indians
6/29/2014
The Gold Glove Elite 18U defeated the East Cobb Indians 12-1 in five innings.
Colby Sweat (2014, Pace, FL) led the surge by crushing a grand slam in the fourth inning. He also finished with a RBI double in the game. Wesley Buckley (2014, Milton, FL) helped by going 3-3 with two RBIs and a pair of runs. Zach Jowers (2014, Pensacola, FL) collected a double and two singles while scoring three times. Myles York (2014, Spanish Fort, AL) contributed a pair of base knocks that drove in two runs and scoring twice. Devan Harriman (2014, Pensacola, FL) ended his day going 2-3 with a RBI.
Tyler Megill took the mound going all five innings. He let a pair of hits fall with one run. He walked two batters while striking out six batters. He maxed out at 82 mph with his fastball.
Matt Washington (2014, Douglasville, GA) led the Indians team by going 1-1 with a RBI double in the first inning.
Chi Town Cream score early to win, 5-1
6/29/2014
Chi Town Cream 18U scored 3 runs in the bottom of the first-inning and went on to won against Hitmen Elite 5-1 on Sunday. Trey Fulton (2015, Floyd Central HS, IN) had a big day at the plate for Chi Town to lead the offense. Fulton finished 3-3 with 1 RBI, 2 runs scored, and 2 doubles. Rahman Williams (2014, Montverde Academy HS, IL) had the other double and RBI for the winners. A 2014 Central All Region 1st Team selection, Williams finished the game 1-2.
Matt Piechocki (2014, Harvard HS, IL) started the game on the mound for Chi Town and pitched 5 innings to earn the win. Piechocki allowed 1 unearned run on 2 hits, while striking out 9 batters. He showed great command of his 87 pitches, throwing 69% of them for strikes. Over his start, Piechocki maintained a fastball velocity of 81-82 mph and reached as high as 86 mph.
JP Donahue (2016, Plymouth South HS, MA) led the Hitmen Elite at the plate, going 1-1 with a double. Alex Accivatti (2015, Stoughton HS, MA) scored Hitmen's only run of the game on a fielder's choice by Will Cohen (2016, The Rivers HS, MA).
Naturals and Titans End in Four All
6/29/2014
The Naturals Florida tied Titans 18U at 4-4 at the end of seven innings.
The Titans had three pairs of players that had multi hit games. Justin Russell (2015, Marietta, GA), Austin Green (2014, Smyrna, GA), and Ryan Wesley (2015, Smyrna, GA) were these three players that had a pair of singles in the game. Russell added a pair of runs and Green scored once. Wesley tacked on a RBI. Dalton Delay (2015, Woodstock, GA) showed off his power with a solo home run for the Titans. Delay also went six strong innings. He scattered four hits and four runs with two being earned. He struck out three batters while touching 86 mph with his fastball. He threw easy while pitching downhill off the mound. Avery Danforth (2014, Kennesaw, GA) tossed the last inning by going perfect without letting a run or a hit. He struck out a pair of batters with his deceptive delivery. He showed projectable pitches while throwing strikes by touching 82 mph.
Ryan Carde (2014, Port St. Lucie, FL) and James Fey each crushed a RBI double for the Naturals Florida. Blake Behrsin (2016, Stuart, FL) and Damon Roberts each contributed a single for the team. Dillon Isom tossed six innings with six hits that fell. He let three earned runs score with one walk and four strike outs. He ran the gun up to 80 mph.
Fourth Inning Explosion Gets Blowout Win
6/29/2014
The Marquis Grissom Baseball offense exploded in the fourth inning, scoring 12 runs and getting the blowout win 12-0 over the Lakeland Legends of the Batters Box 17U in four innings. Zavier Lushington (2014, Westlake HS, GA) continued to impress in the box, finishing 2-3 at the plate with a game-high five RBIs and two runs scored with a double and a three-run walk-off homer to end the game. The Legends offense struggled to get going, logging only two hits and one walk.
Kenny Glover (2014, Newton HS, GA) tossed all four innings for Marquis Grissom and was rewarded with the win. Glover, a Savannah State commit, allowed two hits and no runs while walking one and striking out one with a fastball averaging 73 mph and topping out at 78 mph and an off-speed curveball.
Chain Baseball hangs on to win 3-1
6/29/2014
The Chain Baseball Columbus Marlins collected only 3 hits on Sunday, but were able to capitalize on their opportunities and beat OTC Baseball 18U, 3-1. Tyus Oneal (2014, Auburn HS, AL) led the offense for OTC Baseball 18U, going 1-2 with a double, a run scored and 1 RBI. Drew Eady (2014, Lagrange HS, GA) and Cody Harrison (2014, Smiths Station HS, AL) both scored a run for the Marlins as well.
Jesse Ford (2014, Central HS, GA) started the game on the mound for Chain Baseball and pitched 5.1 innings to earn the win. Ford allowed 1 run on 4 hits, while striking out 3 to hold OTC Baseball in check.
Trey Chapman (2014, Luella HS, GA) and Jamal Devine (2015, Columbia HS, GA) led the offense for OTC Baseball. Each player doubled in the game and Chapman drove in a run. Bib Bolton (2015, Eagle's Landing HS, GA) scored OTC's only run of the game.
NJ Marlins Offense Too Tough in 15-5 Victory
6/29/2014
The NJ Marlins Prospect won 15-5 over the Fungo Red Sox. They enjoyed a six-run second and third inning.
The NJ Marlins had a lot of players contribute offensively. Brett Sandford (2015, Allentown, NJ) went 2 for 2 with a double, two runs scored, and two RBIs. Alex Mumme (2016, The Hun, NJ) went 2 for 2 with a double, a run scored, and two RBIs. Nick Minter (2016, Millburn, NJ) went 2 for 2 with a double, two runs scored, and three RBIs.
Ian Fitzgerald (2015, Allentown, NJ) threw 2.2 scoreless innings and picked up the win. He gave up one hit, no walks, and struck out four hitters.
For the Fungo Red Sox, Dontoyas Boyd (2014, Hopewell, NC) went 2 for 3 with two runs scored. Hunter Longmire (2015, Cox Mill, NC) went 1 for 3 with a run scored and two RBIs. Garren Freeze (2014, Cox Mill, NC) hit an RBI double in the first inning. Jaxon Smith (2016, William Amos Hough, NC) threw one scoreless inning on the mound.
MVP Baseball scores late to win 5-4
6/29/2014
MVP Baseball scored 1 run in the bottom of the seventh-inning to beat the Atlanta Dodgers, 5-4. Seaton Sheldon (2014, Bowling Green HS, KY) lead the offense for MVP Baseball with a 2-3 game. Sheldon also scored a run for the winners. Tristan Kittinger (2015, Exeter HS, CA) also was 2-3 with 2 runs scored. Bryce Crawford (2015, C.D. Hylton HS, VA) and Steele Henley (2015, Albemarle HS, VA) both collected an RBI each for MVP.
Henley pitched the final 2 innings in relief and allowed 1 run on 3 hits to secure the victory.
Samuel Patterson (2015, Apalachee HS, GA) led the offense for Atlanta with a 2-2 game. Patterson also knocked in 2 runs in the loss. Tyler Adams (2016, Apalachee HS, GA) and Tyrik Jones (2016, The Galloway HS, GA) collected 2 hits each as well. Jones also scored a run in the game and doubled. Erickie Godfrey (2016, KIPP Atlanta Collegiate HS, GA) had the other double in the game for the Dodgers
OTC Baseball Wins Big 15-3
6/29/2014
OTC Baseball 18U took down the Baseball Mentoring Program, Inc 15-3 with their dominant offense. OTC Baseball scored nine runs in the fourth and five runs in the fifth.
Southern Union State CC Trey Chapman (2014, Luella, GA) stayed inside the ball well and went 2 for 3 with a double, an RBI, and four runs scored. Michael Warren (2014, Dutchtown, GA) went 3 for 4 with a double, a run scored, and a run batted in. Anson Link (2013, Spalding, GA) went 3 for 4 with two runs scored and two RBIs. Levi Knight (2014, Locust Grove, GA) went 2 for 3 with a double, two runs batted in, and two runs scored.
Winning pitcher Taylor Martin () gave up three runs over his five innings of work. He gave up three hits, four walks, and struck out five batters.
For the Baseball Mentoring Program, Inc, Hunter White (2015, Sheldon, CA) two-run double in the bottom of the third. Kale Leach (2015, Laguna Creek, CA) went 1 for 2 with an RBI.
PacWest top NE Baseball Jaxx 4-3 with late single
6/28/2014
An RBI single from Tyler Ross (2015, Ridgeview HS, OR) drove in the go ahead run for PacWest Prospects, breaking a 3-3 tie versus Northeast Baseball Jaxx.
Ross also reached on a fielder's choice and scored in the first. Hunter Kirkland (2014, Friendswood HS, TX) brought in a pair of runs, knocking a double in the first to complete the early rally. Garrett Dewolf (2015, Ridgeview HS, OR) scored twice after reaching on a single and hit by pitch, also stealing a base.
Edmonds CC commit Alec Kisena (2013, Henry M. Jackson HS, WA) took care of all the pitching for PacWest, striking out five in seven innings, with three runs crossing the plate on four hits and a walk. He threw his fastball in the 81-85 mph range with a 69-76 mph curve and 74-78 mph change up.
TJ Tamaccio (2015, Boca HS, FL) drove in one with a single and came around to score for Northeast Baseball Jaxx while Reza Javaheri (2015, Roxbury Latin HS, MA) also hit an RBI single. Billy Keegan (2015, Bishop Hendricken HS, MA) and Geoff Kayo (2015, Londonberry Senior HS, NH) each scored a run after reaching on a single. Dario Vitaliano (2015, Manchester Central HS, NH) threw two scoreless frames with a strike out and a hit allowed.
Tassin Sharp as NOLA Monsters Capture Win
6/29/2014
(Alec Dopp) - NOLA Monsters 17u defeated GBSA Cardinals by a 6-3 score Sunday afternoon at LakePoint Field 15, improving its record at the 2014 18u WWBA National Championship to 2-2-0 while dropping GBSA to 3-1-0 at the event.
Bryce Tassin (2015, Walker HS, LA), a Southeastern Louisiana commit, logged all seven innings on the mound as NOLA's starting pitcher, striking out six, walking one, conceding seven hits with one earned run. Tassin, a 6-foot-1 right hander, powered his fastball up to 90 MPH (86-88 MPH) on the radar gun in the win, with a 71-73 MPH curveball that helped him produce 11 ground ball outs, three fly ball outs and eight swinging strikes.
Tassin also led the way offensively for Monsters 17u, going 1-for-2 with a double and two runs batted in. Ben Barnes (2015, Doyle HS, LA) chipped in with a 2-for-3 performance that included two runs scored and a stolen base, while Savannah State commit Harrison Moore (2014, Stephenson HS, GA) went 2-for-3 with a double and run scored to lead the Cardinals offensively in the loss.
Demarini Wins High-Scoring Affair 12-11
6/29/2014
The Demarini Stars 18U team edged out the Chain Baseball Columbus Marlins in a tough fought game 12-11. The Stars were just able to hold off the Marlins as they put up six runs in the bottom of the seventh.
James Madison commit Mike Sciorra (2014, Chantilly, VA) drove in a game-high five runs. He hit a grand slam in the third inning. Darren Prebble (2015, Dematha Catholic, MD) went a perfect 3 for 3 with a double, two runs scored, and three RBIs. Mason Scoville (2015, Westfield, VA) Andrew Kim (2015, Chantilly, VA) and Jacob Behne (2015, Centreville, VA) both had a hit and scored two runs.
Killian Tooze (2015, Forest Park, VA) grabbed the win on the mound in his four innings of work. He gave up three runs (one earned) on six hits and one walk. William & Mary recruit Jason Waldman (2015, Fairfax, VA) took the save and saw his fastball sit 85-88 mph.
Central Alabama CC Nathan Langley (2014, Beauregard, AL) went 3 for 5 with a double, two runs scored, and a run batted in. Cody Harrison (2014, Smiths Station, AL) went 3 for 4 with a run scored and an RBI. Tyus Oneal (2014, Auburn, AL) had a two-hit game with two runs and two RBIs. Point commit CJ Tatum (2014, Troup County, GA) drove in three runs.
The Marlins ran out six guys to take the mound. Nathan Langley sat 81-83 mph with his fastball in his scoreless inning. Lucas Cloud (2015, Loganville, GA) threw two scoreless innings in the loss.
Fajardo, OC Xtreme Win 4-1
6/29/2014
The OC Xtreme Baseball Academy needed some late game heroics from Taylor Fajardo (2014, Capistrano Vly Christian HS, CA) and he came through with a two-run homer in the top of the seventh to give his team a 4-1 win over the Northeast Baseball Lookouts. Fajardo led the Xtreme offense and finished 1-3 at the plate with two RBIs and a run scored from his homer showing his quick bat and potential to be a middle of the lineup run producer.
Both bullpens dug deep for the game as seven different pitcher logged time on the mound. A.J. Discenzo (2014, Capistrano Vly Christian HS, CA) picked up the win for the Xtreme for his two innings on the mound, allowing no hits or runs while walking none and striking out three. Discenzo showed his 12/6 curveball and a fastball averaging 79 mph while topping out at 81 mph.
Hancock's Outing Lifts Mavericks Over Padres
6/29/2014
(Alec Dopp) - Upstate Mavericks defeated East Cobb Padres 18's by a 3-2 mark Sunday afternoon at LakePoint Field 14, improving their record at the 2014 18u WWBA National Championship to 3-0-1 while dropping East Cobb to 1-3-0 at the event. The Mavericks went 8-for-22 at the dish and held the Padres to three hits -- all singles -- over 18 at bats en route to the victory.
Chandler Hancock (2014, Rock Hill HS, SC), a University of South Carolina-Lancaster commit, logged five one-run innings in which he punched out five batters, walked three and conceded two base hits. Hancock ran his fastball up to 87 MPH in the outing, using a 70-72 MPH slider to rack up seven swinging strikes. Drew Ellis (2014, Blythewood HS, SC) doubled twice on his way to a 2-for-2 performance at the plate.
Late Runs Give East Coast 3-2 Win
6/29/2014
It took them a while, but East Coast Baseball Diamond did get on the scoreboard with a late run to give them a 3-2 win over the IYG Spiders to move into a tie for fifth in the Pool E standings. East Coast logged six hits from five different players and were led offensively by Cody Mills (2015, Spisey Valley HS, AL). Mills finished 2-3 at the plate with two runs scored, a stolen base and a double.
Landen Davis (2015, American Christian Academy, AL) spent all seven innings on the mound for East Coast and was rewarded with the win for his efforts. Davis allowed four hits and two runs, both earned, while walking one and striking out nine with a fastball averaging 79 mph and topping out at 83 mph.
Ben Reid (2015, James River HS, VA) tossed five and a third innings for the Spiders, allowing four hits and two runs, both earned, while walking six and striking out eight with a fastball averaging 82 mph and topping out at 87 mph.
Mavericks Burst Out Offensively in 13-2 Win
6/29/2014
The Mavericks Scout Team '15 got a great team offensive performance in route to their 13-2 victory over SEB 16U Black. They scored in five out of the seven innings.
Duke commit Christopher Proctor (2015, Burns, NC) led the team with three runs scored on the day. Matthew Mulkey (2015, Emerald, SC) doubled, scored two runs, and added a game-high four RBIs. Bret Huebner (2015, Cretin Derham Hall, MN) went 2 for 4 with a double, a run scored, and a run batted in. Elijah Henderson (2017, Blue Ridge, SC) went 2 for 3 with two runs scored and an RBI. South Carolina recruit Caleb Whitenton (2015, Gainesville, GA) and Jacob Childress (2015, Ninety Six, SC) both had a two-hit game.
Mike Perez (2015, Norcross, GA) took the win on the mound as he threw 3.2 innings of two-run ball. He gave up three hits, four walks, and struck out two batters.
CJ Smith (2017, Home School, GA) went 1 for 3 with a run scored. Hank Owens (2016, Brookwood, GA) hit an RBI single in the third.
Indians and Saints Battle to Tie
6/29/2014
The 9 Stars Saints and the Illinois Indians battled to a 4-4 tie, breaking losing steaks for both ball clubs. The Indians doubled the number of Saints hits 9-4 and were led offensively by Tyler Bordner (2015, Morris Community HS, IL). Bordner had a perfect game at the plate, finishing 3-3 with a run scored and an RBI as Keith Rogalla (2014, Oak Park & River Forrest HS, IL) added in a 1-3 game at the plate with two RBIs and a run scored thanks to a two-run homer in the bottom of the first. Raymond Brooks (2014, Kings Ridge Christian HS, GA) sparked the Saints lineup, logging half of the team's four hits with an RBI and a double.
Dodgers Take Down Banditos Late
6/29/2014
The Atlanta Dodgers scored six times to break open the game and go on to win 10-4 over the Houston Banditos (Atkinson).
Tyrik Jones (2016, The Galloway, GA) showed a fluid stroke as he went 2 for 3 with a double and three RBIs. Michael Markwordt (2017, Blessed Trinity Cath, GA) showed a balanced swing as he went 2 for 3 with two RBIs. Erickie Godfrey (2016, KIPP Atlanta Collegiate, GA) hit a two-run double in the fifth. Tyler Adams (2016, Apalachee, GA) scored two runs.
Winning pitcher Justin Cole (2015, Wheeler, GA) gave up four unearned runs over his six innings of work. He scattered five hits and three walks. Cole had three strikeouts.
Matt Chalk (2015, Katy, TX) led the Banditos offensively as he had one hit, scored a run, and drove another run in. Austin Cernosek (2015, Seven Lakes, TX) went 1 for 2 with a run scored.
GBSA Cardinals come back late, top Powermill 5-3
6/28/2014
GBSA Cardinals scored all five of their runs from the fifth inning on, coming back to beat Powermill 18U by the score of 5-3.
Jalen Jackson (2014, Heritage HS, GA) went yard for the Cardinals, driving home two, with Jordan Carrol (2014, Langston Hughes HS, GA) rapping out a pair of singles and a run scored. Pensacola State commit Isaac Nieves (2014, Arlington Country Day HS, FL) roped a triple that brought in one, reached on an error, stole a base, and he also came around to score once.
Kelvin Wimbish (2014, Southwest Dekalb HS, GA) threw a complete game for the Cardinals, striking out five and allowing three runs (two earned) on three walks and eight hits. He sat 74-78 mph with his fastball, topping out at 81 mph with a 63-67 mph curve and a 66 mph change up.
Dallas Oliver (2014, Chipley HS, FL), a Lawson State CC commit, finished a homer short of the cycle, knocking a triple, double, and a single with a stolen base and two runs scored. Ross Goforth (2014, Colquitt County HS, GA) pitched in a pair of singles with an RBI, and Tallahassee CC commit Zachary Chappell (2014, Bishop Verot HS, FL) reached base twice on a single and walk, scoring once with an RBI.
Thomas Nicoll (2014, Leon HS, FL), a Tallahassee CC commit, touched 89 mph with his fastball in his 0.2 innings of work, striking out one and allowing a base hit. He also showed a 75 mph curve and 83 mph change up.
Beggiani's Home Run Powers ProSource to Win
6/29/2014
(Alec Dopp) - ProSource 18u defeated Centerfield Baseball Academy by a 8-3 score Sunday afternoon at LakePoint Field 13, improving its record at the 2014 18u WWBA National Championship to 3-0-0 while simultaneously dropping Centerfield to 1-3-0 at the event. ProSource went 7-for-24 with nine walks as a team in the contest, which was enough to churn out eight runs and capture the victory.
Jarrod Beggiani (2015, Hebron HS, TX) led the offensive charge behind ProSource's victory, going 1-for-3 with a line drive home run over the left-center wall due in part to excellent bat head speed and an aggressive yet sound approach at the plate. Evan Fink (2015, Grapevine HS, TX) logged five scoreless innings as ProSource's starting pitcher, conceding three hits, three walks to go with five strikeouts thanks to a 79-82 MPH fastball and 64-71 MPH curveball.
Makenzie Martin (2015, East Coweta HS, GA) went 1-for-4 with a double and two runs batted in eo lead Centerfield Baseball Academy's lineup, while Ben Cox (2015, The Heritage HS, GA) registered a team-high fastball velocity of 78 MPH (72-77 sitting velo) over his two scoreless innings of relief for Centerfield.
San Diego Show beat Suncoast Mizuno.
6/29/2014
San Diego Show gets nine strikeouts from Stetson Woods, win 8-1 over Suncoast Mizuno. Landon Gastelum (Elk Grove, Elk Grove, CA 2015) boosted his batting average by going 2-2 at the dish today for the San Diego Show. Jacob Sheldon (North Port, North Port, FL 2014) was the hot hitter for the Suncoast Mizuno. He went 2-3 for the game with scoring one run.
Stetson Woods (Liberty, Madera, CA 2014, Fresno State) baffled the Suncoast Mizuno, striking out nine batters. He allowed no earned runs on four hits and no walks over seven innings of work. Nate Burke (North Port, North Port, FL 2014) was the ace pitcher for the Suncoast Mizuno. He tossed 2.2 innings worth while giving up three hits, one run and walking one. Woods fastball range for the day was 89-93 mph.
Team Alabama-Johnson beat Chain B 18.
6/29/2014
Great pitching leads Team Alabama-Johnson past Chain Black 18U 1-0. Reid Gardner (Pelham, Helena, AL 2015) was the hot hitter for the Team Alabama-Johnson. He went 1-2 for the game with scoring one run. Jared Lewellen (Loundes, Valdosta, GA 2014) was the hot hitter for the Chain Black 18U. He went 2-3 for the game.
Johnson was the ace pitcher for the Team Alabama-Johnson. He tossed seven innings while giving up three hits, walks three, and striking out twelve. Sam Goberdahn (Cook County, Warner Robbins, GA 2014) was the ace pitcher for the Chain Black 18U. He tossed seven innings worth while giving up two hits, one run, walking one and striking out five. Johnson fastball range for the game was 84-87 mph. Goberdahn fastball range for the game was 79-83 mph.
East Cobb Twins beat Angels Baseball.
6/29/2014
The East Cobb Twins make most the most of of five hits in 4-3 victory over the Angels Baseball Heaven 18U. Lucas Boudreau (Greater Atlanta Christian School, Norcross, GA 2015) did his best to jump start the offense for The East Cobb Twins. He reached bases two times with scoring one run and had one RBI. Jake Latorala (Kathleen Senior, Lakeland, FL 2015) racked up two RBIs on one hit for the Angels Baseball Heaven 18U. He homered in the seventh inning.
Aaron Perry (Tucker, Stone Mountain, GA 2014) got the win for the East Cobb Twins. He allowed three runs over 6 1/3 innings with striking out none, walked one and gave up eight hits. Hunter Moorman (Osceola, Kissimmee, FL 2014) was charged with the loss for the Angels Baseball Heaven. He lasted just five innings, walked struck out two, and allowed three runs.
Knights Baseball Wins Handily 12-0
6/29/2014
Knights Baseball 18U National team used a nine-run second inning to break the game open. They went on to win it 12-0 against the Atlanta Blue Jays.
Vanderbilt commit Kyle Wright (2014, Buckhorn, AL) only surrendered three hits as he pitched four innings and took the win. He had no walks and struck out four batters. Wright's explosive fastball sat 86-90 mph and topped out at 92 mph.
Wright hit two doubles, scored three runs, and drove in two runs offensively. Dyersburg State CC recruit Tyler Brown (2014, Dyer County, TN) had two hits, scored a run, and batted in two runs. Montevallo commit Colin Dupree (2014, Bob Jones, AL) drove in two runs and scored one of his own.
For the Blue Jays, Morgan Foulks (2015, Alexander, GA) threw 3.1 innings, faced 24 batters, and his fastball sat 82-86 mph. He topped out at 88 mph. Dayton Dugas (2015, Sam Houston, LA) ripped a double in the fourth.
Hubbuck Goes Yard as Bulldogs and Knights Tie
6/29/2014
(Alec Dopp) - East Cobb Bulldogs 18u and Knights Baseball 18u America finished their Sunday morning matchup at Fellowship Christian School field in a 6-6 tie. The stalemate was each squad's second at the 2014 18u WWBA National Championship, with East Cobb coming away from the game with a 0-2-2 record and the Knights owning a 2-0-2 at the event.
Kyle Hubbuch (2014, Wilson Central HS, TN) walked twice, recorded three quality at bats and homered on a fly ball to right center for East Cobb, finishing with a 1-for-1 batting line. Tanner Burns (2014, Sparkman HS, TN) went 2-for-3 (both hits singles), walked once and drove in a pair of batters from the No. 2 spot in the Bulldogs' orders, while Cole Austin (2015, Harrison HS, GA) doubled on his way to a 1-for-3 line with two runs batted in for the Knights.
Christian Brown (2014, Centennial HS, TN) logged two scoreless innings on the mound in which he walked none and struck out one batter with a fastball velocity of 76-77 MPH to go with a changeup in the 67-73 MPH range. Jacob Ramos (2015, Pope HS, GA) gave up the home run to Hubbuch, but recovered to finish with two punchouts and no walks in his two frames of work, reaching back for a game-high fastball velo of 83 MPH.
Warriors Win 4-3 On Wild Pitch
6/29/2014
The Jacksonville Warriors 18U team scored the winning run on a wild pitch in their 4-3 victory over the 9 Stars Saints.
Jay Prather (2014, Providence Christian, FL) had two hits (one double), one run scored, and one run batted in for the Warriors. Paul Akra (2014, Providence, FL) hit an RBI double in the fourth. Cameron Blaquiere (2014, The Bolles, FL) tripled and scored a run.
Winning pitcher Alex Collins (2014, Broach School-Mandarin, FL) threw a complete game seven innings of three-run ball. He gave up five hits and two walks. Collins struck out six hitters.
For the Saints, Zach Marietta (2014, Sprayberry, GA) hit a 2-run homer in the bottom of the fourth to give the Saints a 3-2 lead at the time. Harrison Morris (2015, Opelika, AL) had a solid 2 for 2 day with a double. Amos Willingham (2016, Chattooga, GA) threw 4.2 innings, faced 22 batters, and gave up three runs. His fastball sat at 78-82 mph and topped out at 83 mph.
Stetson, Mullinax Lead Rockies to 5-0 Victory
6/29/2014
(Alec Dopp) - DoubleDay Rockies 18u defeated West Georgia Jackets by a 5-0 score Sunday afternoon at LakePoint Field 16, improving its record at the 2014 18u WWBA National Championship to 2-1-1. The Rockies scored one run in the first inning, tacked on four more in the fifth and held Georgia to three hits over seven frames, each proving to be key factors in the shutout victory.
Stetson Scott (2015, Rabun County HS, GA) logged five innings of shutout ball on the mound for DoubleDay, conceding just one hit and no walks while striking out three batters. Scott, a 5-foot-11 right hander, ran his fastball up to 83 MPH (77-79 sitting velo) and registered 67-69 MPH on the radar gun with his curveball, helping him produce a 73.9% strike rate, five swings-and-misses with 92.9% of the balls hit in play against him coming off weak contact.
Matt Mullinax (2016, Calhoun HS, GA) doubled and recorded one run batted in on his way to a 1-for-3 batting line for the Rockies, while Gabe Howell (2016, Trion HS, GA) chipped in with a 2-for-2 (both hits singles) performance that included a stolen base, two runs scored and one walk. Tristan Echols (2015, New Manchester HS, GA) recorded a two-bagger of his own en route to a 2-for-2 offensive output from the last spot in Georgia's order.
Clarksville Outslugs Orlando in 11-7 Battle
6/29/2014
Clarksville Orioles Black put up seven runs in the first inning, but that would not be enough to defeat Orlando Baseball Academy 2014. Clarksville would need eleven runs as they went on to beat Orlando 11-7.
Nolen Milton (2015, Clarksville, TN) went 3 for 3 with a double and two RBIs. Clayton Caskey (2014, Northeast, TN) went 2 for 3 with two runs scored. Bradley Wilson (2016, Rossview, TN) had a two-hit game and added a run on the day. Jo Jo Allen (2016, Kenwood, TN) contributed with his three runs batted in.
Nolen Milton took the win after his five innings of work. He faced 29 batters, gave up three earned runs, and struck out seven. His fastball sat 79-83 mph and topped out at 84 mph.
Lipscomb commit Jeffrey Crisan (2014, Apopka, FL) had a good game going 3 for 4 with two doubles and two runs batted in. Mercer commit Carter Varga (2014, East Ridge, FL) had a 2 for 3 day with a run scored. Roberto Rodriquez-Shields (2014, Lake Brantley, FL) had a hit, a run, and an RBI.
Benedict recruit Caleb Feibus (2014, Countryside, FL) threw 4.1 innings, faced 21 batters, and gave up three earned runs for Orlando. His fastball topped out at 82 mph and he struck out six.
Titans 18U edge out 3-2 win
6/28/2014
The Titans 18U scored 3 runs in the bottom of the third-inning and held off a late rally by the Brevard Aces 18U to win on Saturday morning, 3-2. Dalton Delay (2015, Woodstock HS, GA) had the big hit of the game for the Titans with a 2-run single. Justin Russell (2015, Kell HS, GA) collected the teams other RBI of the game.
Jordan Pickerill (2015, Creekview HS, GA) pitched 5 innings in relief for the Titans to earn the win. He allowed 2 runs on 2 hits and struck out 3 in his appearance.
John Capra (2014, Melbourne Central Catholic HS, FL) led the Brevard Aces at the plate, going 1-2 with 1 RBI. Brevard's other RBI was collected by Trevor Payne (2016, Rockledge Senior HS, FL). Austin Fischer (2015, Palm Bay Senior HS, FL) and Jackson Muldowney (2016, Astronaut HS, FL) each scored a run in the loss.
Knights Baseball win big, 10-0
6/28/2014
Knights Baseball 18U National rolled to a 10-0 victory over the Columbus Chain Baseball Dodgers on Saturday morning. Chase Chambers (2014, Farragut HS, TN) led the offensive attack for Knights Baseball with a big solo home run. Chambers finished 2-4 with 2 runs scored and 3 RBI. Gregory Lambert (2014, Madison Academy HS, AL) also slugged a three-run home run for the winners. Clean-up hitter Kyle Wright (2014, Buckhorn HS, AL) also had a big day at the plate. Wright smashed 2 triples en route to a 2-4 day at the plate. The 2014 Southeast All Region 1st team selection also drove in a run and scored twice. Lead-off hitter Alex Junior (2014, Goodpasture Christian HS, TN) scored 2 runs in the game as well.
On the mound, Brady Puckett (2014, Riverdale HS, TN) pitched 6 innings in relief and dazzled opposing hitters to earn the win. Puckett allowed 0 runs on 1 hit, while striking out 8 batters in his relief appearance. He showed great command of his 69 pitches, throwing 69% of them for strikes. Puckett utilized his strong arm and live fastball to neutralize the opposing offense. Over the course of his appearance, Puckett averaged a fastball velocity of 87-91 mph and topped out at 92 mph. The 2014 Southeast Region Honorable Mention was recently selected in the 33rd round by the New York Mets.
Lead-off hitter Hunter Green (2015, Brookstone HS, GA) collected Columbus Chain Baseball's only hit of the game. He finished 1-2 in the contest.
Dodgers Have Big Second Inning in Win
6/29/2014
The Dulin Dodgers had seven guys cross home plate in the second inning as they cruised to a 10-2 win over the Angels Baseball Heaven 18U team.
Preston Parrish (2014, Evangelical Christian, TN) went 2 for 3 with a run scored and two RBIs for the Dodgers. Preston Pearson (2014, Briarcrest Christian, TN) had one hit, one RBI, and two runs scored. Austin Peay commit John Sparks (2014, Bolton, TN) capped off a huge second inning with his bases-clearing triple.
Jake Durham (2014, Covington, TN) got the win, he gave up two runs--one earned--over five innings on four hits and one walk. He struck out six batter with a fastball that sat 80-83 mph and peaked at 84 mph.
Marcus Bobb (2014, Frostproof, FL) went 1 for 2 with a run scored at the top of Angels Baseball's lineup. Keven Long (2013, Plant City, FL) hit an RBI double in the fourth. Long also faced 18 batters through two innings on the mound. His fastball sat 79-83 mph and topped out at 85 mph.
Redskins rally to win game, 7-6
6/28/2014
The Midland Redskins scored 6 runs in the last two innings of Saturday morning's game against Marquis Grissom Baseball to overcome a 6-1 deficit and win, 7-6. Greg Deichman (2014, Brother Martin HS, LA) led the charge for the Redskins with a solo home run. A 2014 Perfect Game 1st Team All-American selection, Deichman has been highly touted for his raw power and big bat. He finished the game 1-2 with 2 runs scored and 1 RBI. Justin Smith also had a big hit for the winners with a 2-run single. Lead-off hitter DJ Wilson joined Deichman in scoring 2 runs in the game. Wilson also doubled for the winners and finished 1-3. Jeren Kendall collected the teams other RBI and was 1-4 with a run scored.
Wyatt Meyers (2014, Waynesville HS, OH) pitched the final 3.2 innings of the game in relief to earn the win. Meyers allowed 1 unearned run on 3 hits and struck out 1 batter in his appearance.
Chad Smith (2015, South Gwinnett HS, GA) paced the offense for Marquis Grissom Baseball on the day. Smith finished 2-3 with a double, 2 runs scored, and 2 RBI. Jacob Carlsen (2016, South Gwinnett HA, GA) joined Smith in collecting 2 hits in 3 at-bats. Clean-up hitter Jared Maner (2014, Paideia HS, GA) also doubled in a run and scored.
Kitterman Strong on Mound in Team Alabama's Win
6/29/2014
(Alec Dopp) - Team Alabama defeated Georgia Aces by a slim 2-1 mark Sunday afternoon at Allatoona High School field, improving its record at the 2014 18u WWBA National Championship to 1-3-0. Tyler Tolbert (2016, Hewitt-Trussville HS, AL) scored the go-ahead run for Alabama in the bottom of the sixth inning, giving his team its first victory at the event with a matchup against Prospect Scout Team coming Monday.
Austin Kitterman (2016, Russellville HS, AL) struck out nine, allowed two hits and one earned run with no walks en route to the winning decision as Alabama's starting pitcher. Kitterman, a 6-foot-0 right hander, showed good hip rotation, arm action and balanced deliver in the outing, sitting 79-82 MPH (84 max velo) with his straight fastball and good depth to his 12/6 breaking curveball that helped him accrue nine swinging strikes, six ground ball outs and five fly ball outs.
Brad Weeks (2015, Hillgrove HS, GA) elevated his game as Georgia's starter, logging six frames of work in which he punched out five, walked none, conceded seven hits and one earned run. Weeks' 6-foot-2, 185-pound frame produced a fastball in the 78-81 MPH range and 30 curveballs in a tight velocity window (67-69 MPH), allowing him to accumulate five whiffs over 70 total pitches thrown.
Andrew Eisworth (2016, North Cobb HS, GA) homered -- the only extra-base hit in the game -- and went 1-for-3 as the Aces' leadoff man to go with a team-high three quality at bats. Tolbert finished with an identical 1-for-3 batting line with one stolen base at the top of Alabama's order, while Logan Brashier (2015, Pellham HS, AL) went 1-for-3, driving in one of his club's runs on a hard ground ball single to right field.
Sparks pitches Dodgers to 2-1 win
6/28/2014
John Sparks (2014, Bolton HS, TN) only needed 2 runs of support to push the Dulin Dodgers to victory over the Chain Baseball Columbus Marlins 2-1 on Saturday morning. Sparks threw a complete game and allowed 1 unearned run on 4 hits to earn the win. He dominated opposing hitters and by the end of his 7 innings of work had tallied 10 strikeouts. His good fastball highlighted his repertoire of pitches which he used to hold Chain Baseball's offense in check. Over the course of his outing, Sparks averaged a fastball velocity of 82-87 mph and reached a maximum speed of 88 mph. Sparks is a 2014 Southeast Region Honorable Mention and showed his potential in Saturday's brilliant outing.
Tanner Snellgrove (2014, Newnan HS, GA) started the game on the mound for Chain Baseball and pitched very well despite getting the loss. Over his 5 innings of work, Snellgrove allowed 2 runs on 3 hits, while striking out 6 batters. Snellgrove threw hard, averaging a fastball velocity of 78-82 mph and reached as high as 85 mph.
Offensively, Preston Pearson (2014, Briarcrest HS, TN) and Von Watson (2015, Briarcrest Christian HS, TN) scored the Dodgers 2 runs, and Preston Parrish (2014, Evangelical Christian HS, TN) collected the team's only RBI. Collin Taylor (2016, Florence HS, AL) collected the only extra-base hit of the game with a double.
Lead-off hitter Nathan Langley (2014, Beauregard HS, AL) paced the offense for the Columbus Marlins. Langley finished the game 2-3. Brannon Weathers (2014, Troup County HS, GA) scored the teams only run after being singled home by Harrison Kurtz (2014, Columbus HS, GA).
Orlando and DeMarini Battle To Tie
6/29/2014
The Orlando Baseball Academy and Team DeMarini GA 17U battled to a 3-3 tie after a late spurt put Orlando on the board for the first time in the sixth. The teams combined for nine hits by eight different players with four of them going for doubles with Hunter Rotarius (2015, Apopka HS, FL) from the Orlando Baseball Academy logging the only multi-hit game, finishing 2-2 at the plate.
Tyler Parry (2015, Eustis HS, FL) tossed all seven innings for Orlando, allowing four hits and three runs, all earned, while walking none and striking out three. Parry showed sound mechanics and good command of a fastball averaging 78 mph and topping out at 80 mph.
Zachary Schulman (2015, Decatur HS, GA) spent the full game on the mound for Team DeMarini and allowed five hits and three runs, one earned, while walking none and striking out six. Schulman showed good extension through his delivery and sharp, downhill arm action with a fastball averaging 78 mph and topping out at 81 mph.
East Cobb Dodgers score early to win 11-7
6/28/2014
The East Cobb Dodgers scored 6 runs in the top of the first-inning and would not relinquish their lead, holding on to beat the NJ Tigers, 11-7. Jamar Williams (2015, Mays HS, GA) led the offensive attack for the Dodgers with a 2-2 game at the plate. Williams also scored 2 runs and drove in 3 for the winners. Miles Jones (2016, Whitewater HS, GA) and Austin Guelzo (2015, Kell HS, GA) both had big singles in the game, as well. They finished 1-2 with 2 RBI each. Zachary Randolph (2014, Harrison HS, GA) scored 3 runs in the game and Gerard Aucoin (2015, Sprayberry HS, GA) scored twice.
The NJ Tigers received offensive production from Marc Gronostajski (2015, Bordentown Reg. HS, NJ) and Jordan Smith (2016, The Hun HS, NJ). Both players scored twice in the loss and Gronostajski doubled. Gary Puente, Ryan Cerino (2014, Bordentown Reg HS, NJ), and James Werosta (2016, The Hun HS, NJ) each collected 1 RBI for the Tigers.
Walk-off Single Gives New Power Win
6/29/2014
A walk-off single from Cole Anderson (2017, Junipero Serra HS, CA) lifted New Power Baseball to a 3-2 win over the Lakes Area Dodgers. New Power made the most of only three hits compared to seven from the Dodgers with two of those hits coming in the final inning.
Joe Pratt (2015, Carlmont HS, CA) took home the win for New Power for his five innings on the mound. Pratt allowed five hits and no runs, while walking none and striking out four with a fastball averaging 75 mph and topping out at 78 mph.
OTC Baseball earns narrow 6-5 win
6/28/2014
OTC Baseball 18U beat Angels Baseball Heaven 18U in a close game on Saturday morning, 6-5. Levi Knight (2014, Locust Grove HS, GA) propelled OTC's offense by going 2-3 at the plate with a run scored, a stolen base, and 2 crucial RBI's. Clean-up hitter Sage Holderfield (2014, Mary Persons HS, GA) also collected 2 hits in the game and finished 2-4 with a double, a triple, and 1 RBI. Trey Chapman (2014, Luella HS, GA) and Cayden Sowell (2014, Ola HS, GA) both hit doubles in the game, as well.
Holderfield also started the game on the mound for OTC and pitched 6 innings to earn the win. He allowed 3 earned runs on 5 hits and struck out 5 batters.
Clean-up hitter Leo Ledesma (2014, Alonso HS, FL) led Angels Baseball at the plate. Ledesma slugged a three-run home run off of Holderfield and finished the game 1-3. Mark Moclair (2015, Strawberry Crest HS, FL) also had a solid day at the plate with a 2-2 game. Moclair also scored 1 run in the game.
Offense powers Team Elite 18U to 10-2 win
6/28/2014
Team Elite 18U beat the Ohio Stealers on Saturday morning 10-2 after scoring their 10 runs on just 6 hits. Brandon Etheridge (2014, Cass HS, GA) and Nick Guimbarda (2015, Lambert HS, GA) had the big hits of game for Team Elite and drove in 2 runs each. Etheridge finished 1-2 with 2 RBI, and Guimbarda scored once and doubled in 2 runs. Dylan Churchwell (2014, Bleckley County HS, GA) and Mason Leblanc (2015, Brookwood HS, GA) both hit doubles in the game and scored a run as well. Stephen Tomlinson (2014, Peachtree Ridge HS, GA) and Alex Yauslin (2014, Cass HS, GA) scored twice for the winners.
Clay Forbes (2015, Milton HS, GA) started the game on the mound for Team Elite and pitched a complete game to earn the win. Over his 5 innings of work, Forbes allowed 2 unearned runs on 3 hits, while striking out 6 batters. He showed off his good fastball that averaged a velocity of 79-83 mph and topped out at 86 mph.
Tyler Hallam (2015, Stow-Munroe Falls HS, OH), David Smethers (2014, Ellet HS, OH), and Andrew Neal (2014, Ellet HS, OH) each collected a hit for the Stealers. Cody Martin (2014, Ellet HS, OH) and Gino DeMarino (2015, Stow-Munroe Falls HS, OH) collected the teams only RBI's with 1 apiece.
Offenses Dominate In SEB Win
6/29/2014
SEB 17U/18U White and the East Cobb Marlins flexed their offensive might in a game that featured scoring spurts for both teams. SEB started off by building up a 7-0 lead going into the fourth inning, which was answered by a huge nine-run explosion from the Marlins. SEB answered the bell with three in the bottom of the fifth to take the win.
The Marlins needed six hits from six players to get their ten runs with Smith Brogden (2015, Hebron Christian Academy, GA) making the most of his one hit. Brogden finished the game a perfect 1-1 at the plate with a game-high four RBIs, a stolen base and a walk with a triple. The Marlins got eight hits from eight different players with six of the eight coming in the fourth inning, but were plagued by five fielding errors.
Chance Rodriguez (2015, Apalachee HS, GA) took home the win for SEB for his three and two thirds innings on the mound. Rodriguez allowed five hits and six runs, all earned, while walking three and striking out two.
Sasser's home run powers Mizuno to 5-1 win
6/28/2014
Mizuno Team GA Baseball Academy 17U Blue won on Saturday morning over CageRat Baseball Blue, 5-1 behind Adam Sasser's (2015, Greenbrier HS, GA) big day at the plate. Sasser slugged a home run and finished 2-4 with a run scored and 3 RBI. Lead-off hitter and 2014 Underclass Honorable Mention Jack Dunn (2015, Blessed Trinity Catholic HS, GA) also had 2 hits in the game, going 2-3 with a run scored, 2 stolen bases and 1 RBI. Mizuno's other RBI of the day was collected by clean-up hitter Nicholas Gatewood (2015, Peachtree Ridge HS, GA).
2014 Southeast Region Honorable Mention Chandler Dinsmore (2014, Dunwoody HS, GA) started on the mound for team Mizuno and pitched 4.1 innings allowing 0 runs on 5 hits to earn the win. Dinsmore struck out 8 batters using a fastball that averaged a velocity of 79-84 mph and reached as high as 86 mph. He mixed in a curveball and a changeup to keep opposing hitters off-balance. Sasser finished the final 2.2 innings in relief and allowed 1 unearned run on 1 hit, while striking out 4.
Wyatt Miller (2014, Jefferson West HS, KS) scored CageRat's only run of the game after being driven home by Logan Meinecke's (2014, Cleveland Heights HS, OH) single. Miller finished 1-2 in the game and Meinecke was 1-4.
First Inning Spurt Propels Elev8 to Win
6/29/2014
Elev8 18U wasted no time getting on the scoreboard, scoring six runs in the bottom of the first to cruise to an 8-0 win over the Northeast Baseball Jaxx in six innings. Elev8 knocked in 11 hits from eight different players and were led offensively by Antonio Ralat (2015, Elev8 Sports Institute, FL). Ralat finished 2-3 at the plate with two RBIs, a run scored and a stolen base with a double. The Jaxx offense struggled to get going, logging only two doubles for hits.
Ariel Diaz (2015, Elev8 Sports Institute, FL) picked up the win for Elev8 for his five innings on the mound to start off the game. Diaz allowed one hit and no runs while walking three and striking out four with a fastball averaging 84 mph and topping out at 89 mph.
Astros Offense Rolls to Win
6/29/2014
The East Cobb Astros 18U knocked in 11 team hits from nine different players as they rolled to a 6-0 win over the Cincinnati Riverbats National Team. Unranked Trevor Devine (2014, North Cobb HS, GA) led his team of 13 Top-500 players on offense with a 2-3 game at the plate with two runs scored, a stolen base and a double.
Brooks Buckler (2015, Norcross HS, GA) took home the win for the Astros for his six innings on the mound. Buckler allowed one hit and no runs while walking two and striking out five with a fastball averaging 83 mph and topping out at 86 mph.
Wesley Noble (2014, Lebanon HS, OH) is credited with the loss for the Riverbats for his five innings on the mound. Noble allowed ten hits and five runs, four earned, while walking one and striking out one with a fastball averaging 83 mph and topping out at 87 mph.
DP Cougars Rout Red Sox
6/29/2014
The 6-4-3 DP Cougars 18U scored six runs in the top of the first inning to take control and cruise to a 11-0 rout of the Michigan Red Sox in five innings. The Cougars needed nine hits to get their 11 runs and were led offensively by Riley Howard (2014, Dominion Christian HS, GA). Howard, an Erskine College recruit, went 2-3 at the plate with three RBIs, a run scored and a walk with a solo homer as the first batter of the game. Alex Garland (2014, Hillgrove HS, GA) added in a homer of his own, a two-run shot in the top of the third to finish 1-2 with two RBIs and a run scored.
Tyler Prescott (2014, Johns Creek HS, GA) picked up the win for the Cougars for his three innings on the mound to start out the game. The Presbyterian commit allowed no hits or runs with no walks and five strikeouts with a fastball averaging 86 mph and topping out at 88 mph.
Team Elite Survives Late Rally
6/29/2014
Team Elite Louisville Slugger survived a two-out rally from SBO-Florida in the top of the seventh inning to take the win 8-6. Team Elite powered their way to ten team hits from eight different players and were led offensively by Jared Meeks (2015, Collins Hill HS, GA) and Sam Brady (2015, South Forsyth HS, GA). Meeks finished the game a perfect 2-2 with two runs scored as Brady went 2-3 with two RBIs and three runs scored with a sacrifice fly and a double.
Logan Howard (2015, Forsyth Central HS, GA) picked up the win for Team Elite for his four innings on the mound, allowing two hits and four runs, one earned, while walking three and striking out five with a fastball averaging 80 mph and topping out at 84 mph. Howard showed solid arm action and online delivery, but missed up in the zone and used no lower half.
Kevin Lara (2014, International Baseball Academy, PR) took the loss for SBO-Florida for his three and two thirds innings on the mound allowing six hits and six runs, five earned, while walking one and striking out three with a fastball averaging 81 mph and topping out at 83 mph. Lara, an Alabama State commit, showed control on both sides and all around the plate with all his pitches and smooth, sound, balanced mechanics on delivery.
Gamers Cruise to 13-4 Win
6/29/2014
The BigStix Gamers 16U scored in bunches and cruised to a 13-4 win over the Denny Pritchett Jayhawks 17U. The Gamers powered their way to 14 team hits from nine different players led by AJ Spencer (2015, Union Grove HS, GA). Spencer finished the game 3-4 at the plate with two RBIs, two stolen bases, three runs scored, a walk, a double play and a strikeout showing good plate coverage and a short, compact swing.
All six of the Jayhawks' hits were spread through the lineup with Logan Leibile (2015, West Forsyth HS, GA) turning his one hit into a 1-3 game at the plate with an RBI and a run scored.
Marquis Grissom Win in Back-and-Forth Game
6/29/2014
Marquis Grissom Baseball and Team Elite Grey battled in a back-and-forth affair that featured three lead changes, but when the dust settled it was Grissom on top 4-3. All seven of the Grissom hits were spread throughout the lineup with Zavier Lushington (2014, Westlake HS, GA) knocking his out for a solo home run in the top of the sixth.
The Marquis Grissom bullpen dug deep, putting five players out on the mound for at least an inning each as Lushington took home the win, tossing two and a third innings and allowing one hit and one earned run while walking three and striking out three. The Presbyterian commit showed good mechanics and hard contact on the offensive end while using a fastball averaging 77 mph and topping out at 82 mph.
Robert "Jake" Brace (2017, North Gwinnett HS, GA) took the loss for Team Elite for his two innings on the mound to close out the game. Brace allowed five hits and two runs, both earned, while walking one and striking out four with a fastball averaging 80 mph and topping out at 83 mph.
SEB Offense Powers to Win
6/29/2014
The SEB 17U Black knocked in 11 hits from eight different players and upset the previously undefeated So Cal NTT 6-1. Brant Stark (2015, North Forsyth HS, GA) led the way offensively, finishing 2-3 at the plate with an RBI, a run scored and a triple.
Dakota Chalmers (2015, Lakeview Academy, GA) took the win for SEB for his six innings on the mound, allowing three hits and one earned run while walking three and striking out ten. Chalmers showed his high ceiling with positive control all around the plate, effectively pitching inside, while showing sound mechanics and a developed out in his slider. The Georgia commit used a three-pitch rotation featuring a fastball averaging 88 mph and topping out at 92 mph.
Nelson Baseball Blows Out Prospects
6/29/2014
The Nelson Baseball School 18s used a huge seven-run fourth inning to take command of the game and the 9-1 win over the Prospect Scout Team. Seven different players knocked in nine team runs for Nelson and all were led by Joey Hume (2013, Etowah HS, GA). Hume, a New Jersey Tech commit, finished a perfect 3-3 at the plate with an RBI, a run scored and a stolen base to counter a fielding error. The Prospect's offense never really got going until it was too late, finishing with only two hits and two walks.
Noah Hahlbohn (2014, North Cobb HS, GA) tossed four innings for Nelson and was rewarded with the win for his efforts. The Georgia Highlands commit allowed no hits or runs while walking two and striking out five showing good command all around the plate with his pitches and a late-breaking curveball that flashes potential to be his out pitch.
2zadod Gabriel (2016, Whitmer HS, OH) took the loss for the Prospects for his four innings on the mound. Gabriel allowed seven hits and nine runs, one earned, while walking four and striking out two.
Warducks outlast Hounds in 2-1 pitcher's duel
6/28/2014
The Midwest Warducks received a gutsy pitching performance from Blaze Hastings (2014, Guthrie HS, OK) powering them to a 2-1 victory over the Huntington Hounds.
Hastings went seven strong, allowing one run on four hits and five walks with seven strike outs. His fastball sat 77-84 mph with a max velo of 85 mph and a 61-66 mph curve.
The Warducks only had three hits in the game with Missouri State commit Hunter Steinmetz (2015, Parkview HS, OK) driving in one with a single and a stolen base, Tyler Clark (2017, Edmond North HS, OK) knocking a single and scoring, and AJ Austin (2014, Collinsville HS, OK) also singled. Shannon Johnson (2016, Word of Life Traditional HS, OK) scored the other run in the game, reaching base by wearing one and stealing a bag.
Kentucky commit Jake Hamilton (2014, Pikeville HS, KY) picked up the start for the Hounds, throwing 5.2 innings with six punch outs, two hits, two runs (one earned) and no walks allowed. He hit 89 mph on the gun while sitting 82-86 mph with his fastball, complimenting it with a 69-74 mph curve and 74 mph change up.
Ohio State commit Jacob Barnwell (2015, Boyd County HS, KY) doubled and stole a base but was stranded on third while Conner Golden (2014, Charleston Catholic HS, WV) drove in the only Hounds run on a single and a walk. West Virginia commit Tate Brock (2015, Hurricane HS, WV) scored the team's only run by reaching on a single and a walk.
OC Xtreme holds off Jackets for 7-5 victory
6/28/2014
OC Xtreme Baseball Academy jumped to an early five run lead and held against West Georgia Jackets for a 7-5 win.
University of Seattle commit Jack Reisinger (2014, San Juan Hills HS, CA) had three singles and two RBI to help drive the OC Xtreme offense with help from Taylor Fajardo (2014, Capistrano Valley Christian, CA) who went deep for a solo homer. UC Irvine commit Parker Cross (2014, Capistrano Valley Christian, CA) and Logan Tomlinson had a pair of hits with Cross knocking a double and a single with one run scored, stolen base, and an RBI. Brooks Duggan (2015, Capistrano Valley Christian, CA) also doubled home one.
Chaz Williams (2014, St. Margaret's Episcopal, CA), a California Lutheran University commit, struck out six on the bump in 5.2 innings of work, allowing three runs (two earned) on five hits and a walk. He sat 79-82 mph with his fastball, touching 83 mph with a 62-68 mph curve and 68-71 mph change up.
Michael Rounds (2017, Roxbury Latin HS, GA) threw 1.1 scoreless frames of relief for West Georgia Jackets, striking out two with two walks allowed and a wild pitch. Rounds sat 77-82 mph with a 68-70 mph hook. Marc Kennedy (2014, Alexander HS, GA) launched a triple for his only hit of the game, driving in one with a run scored. Dillon Isham (2015, Temple HS, GA) roped a double and was stranded in scoring position. Javon Holley (2014, Hillgrove HS, GA) reached base twice, once on a walk and once with a single, scoring both times with two stolen bases as well.
Pitching carries Jayhawks 18U to 5-2
6/28/2014
The Denny Pritchett Jayhawks 18U beat Over the Mountain Baseball "Gold" behind strong pitching from Austin Shea (2014, West Forsyth HS, GA) and Ryan Worley (2014, River Ridge HS, GA). Shea started the game and pitched 6 scoreless innings in which he scattered 4 hits and struck out 3 batters to earn the win. His fastball averaged 78-80 mph, but reached a maximum velocity of 82 mph by the end of the game.
At the plate, the Jayhawks were led by Max Holton (2014, Creekview HS, GA) and Leo Narrison (2014, Mill Creek HS, GA), who were both 2-3. Narrison also drove in 2 runs in the game. Avery Smith (2014, Lakeview Academy, GA) scored 2 runs as well for the winners.
Lead-off hitter Urban led the offense for Over the Mountain with a 2-3 game at the plate. Watson and Coggins both collect an RBI in the loss. Berler recorded the game's only extra-base hit with a double.
Bordignon's perfect game leads Cream to 9-0 win
6/28/2014
Starting pitcher and 2014 Central Region HM, Tommy Bordignon (2014, Loyola HS, IL) completed a perfect game on Saturday morning to lead the Chi Town Cream 18U over the SF Huskies 18U, 9-0. Bordignon pitched 5 innings without allowing a single base runner to reach and struck out 12. His command was incredible as he threw 75% of his 62 pitches for strikes. The plus fastball of Tommy Bordignon was also on display as he averaged a velocity of 87-89 mph and reached as high as 92 mph by the end of the game. To keep hitters off balance, Bordingnon mixed in a late breaking, tight slider and a changeup.
Nolan Clenney (2014, Catholic Central HS, MI) and Andrew Fisher (2014, Deerfield HS, IL) paced the Chi Town offense, each going 2-2 in the game. Clenney also scored a run, doubled, and drove 2 in. Fisher drove in one run, as well. Lavar Reed (2014, Morgan Park HS, IL) also had a big day at the plate for Cream 18U going 1-2 with 1 RBI, 2 stolen bases and 2 runs scored.
Kalamazoo Maroons blow out IYG Spiders 9-1
6/28/2014
The Maroons bats woke up in their match up with IYG Spiders, scoring nine runs on 12 hits for a decisive 9-1 victory with just two hits allowed as well.
Kalamazoo got multi-hit games from five different players with Connor Glick (2014, Niles Senior HS, MI) leading the charge with the only extra base hit. Glick doubled, singled, and hit a sac fly, driving home three runs while scoring one on his own. Zach Shultz (2016, Lakeshore HS, MI) drove in two with two singles, and Xavier commit Glen McClain (2013, Fremont HS, MI) reached base three times on two singles and a walk, scoring once with one RBI. Mickey Barea (2014, Harper Creek HS, MI) scored twice on two singles and a fielder's choice, and Benny Clark (2013, Schoolcraft HS, MI) scored twice as well after walking twice.
Luke Schaefer (2015, Portage Central HS, MI) took the ball for the start for the Maroons, allowing a single unearned run on two hits and three walks with seven punch outs. He hit 86 mph with his fastball, sitting 82-85 mph with a 75-78 mph curve from a 3/4 arm angle. Joey Nate (2015, Lakeshore HS, MI) struck out two in one inning, hitting 80 mph on the gun with his heater with a 70 mph slider mixed in.
Colby Noel (2015, Goochland HS, VA) and Winston Frick (2015, Benedictine HS, VA) tallied the only hits of the game for the Spiders, and Ethan Payne (2015, Freeman HS, VA) scored the only run after reaching on an error.
Knights 18U come back to top GA Banditos 6-2
6/28/2014
Georgia Banditos took an early two run lead on Knights Baseball 18U America but couldn't hold on, giving up six unanswered runs to the Banditos who won 6-2.
CJ Kastner (2014, Mount Juliet HS, TN) brought home three with a double in the fifth, scoring and also getting hit by a pitch. Brendan Jordan (2014, Father Ryan HS, TN) singled, scored and drove in one with a sac fly while Ethan Nieman (2014, Independence HS, TN) drove in one with a single.
Kyle Habbach got the start for Knights Baseball, throwing six innings with two unearned runs allowed on five hits and three walks, striking out one with a wild pitch. He sat 78-83 mph with his fastball, touching 86 mph with armside run while featuring a 68-72 mph slider and 72-74 mph change up from a high 3/4 arm angle. He changes speeds well and is a bulldog on the mound, attacking hitters. Grant Hawkins (2014, Oakland HS, TN) followed suit with two strike outs in one inning while allowing a single base hit. His fastball sat in the 82-85 mph range with a 66-69 mph hook.
Thompson picked up two singles for the Banditos and stole two bases while Chase Suddeth (2015, McEachern HS, GA) drove in a run with a single and scored once. Young Harris College commit Eli Sepnieski (2014, North Cobb HS, GA) scored the other run after reaching on a single, error and fielder's choice. Schwartz struck out three in his 1.1 innings of work, not allowing anyone to reach base. He sat 85-87 mph with his heater while also throwing a 75-77 mph change up and 69-74 mph slider.
San Diego Show take care of Team Alabama 4-1
6/28/2014
A solid pitching performance and patience at the plate led San Diego Show to a 4-1 victory over Team Alabama.
Chris Martin (2015, Elk Grove HS, CA) got the start for the Show and put up six innings of one run ball, allowing five hits and one walk with seven strike outs. He threw a 77-80 mph fastball that topped out at 81 mph with a 69-72 mph change up as his go to offspeed pitch and a 65-66 mph hook with 11/5 or 1/7 break. Martin comes from a high 3/4 arm angle with effortless arm action, a good pick off move and he gets good extension out front. Oregon commit Tim Susnara (2014, St. Francis HS, CA) was the fireworks of the show though, zipping explosive 91-92 mph heaters with life through the zone with a plus 76-77 mph curve with 11/5 or 1/7 break with depth that was downright unfair. He threw an inning of work, striking out one with no hits, walks or runs allowed.
Oregon State commit Steven Kwan (2015, Washington HS, CA) rocked a double and a single, driving in one for the offense while Susnara also walked and plated one with the stick. Pepperdine commit Austin Bernard (2014, Valley Center HS, CA), and David Hensley (2014, Patrick Henry HS, CA) had identical lines reaching base twice on a walk and a single with a stolen base and a run scored. Lane O'Dea (2014, Horizon Christian Academy, CA) also had a single and stolen base, coming in to score.
Austin Kitterman (2016, Russellville HS, AL) pitched in a pair of singles to Team Alabama's cause, and Sam Praytor (2017, Pelham HS, AL) doubled and scored the only run of the game. John Marc Mullins (2017, Homewood HS, AL) had an RBI single, knocking in Praytor while Tyler Tolbert (2016, Hewitt-Trussville HS, AL) singled and stole a base but was stranded. Lance Johnson (2016, Thompson HS, AL) hit 86 mph with his fastball coming from the side in 0.1 innings of work with a 74 mph curve as well.
Blue Chip Bulls hold on to 4-2 win over Monsters
6/28/2014
The Blue Chip Bulls played flawless defense and outlasted NOLA Monsters 17U in a 4-2 win.
Jake Crawford (2015, Belton Honea Path HS, SC), a Furman commit, drove in two runs with a single and a double, while Wofford commit Max McDougald (2014, T L Hanna HS, SC) tripled and singled, scoring twice while also working a walk. Tyler Miller (2014, T L Hanna HS, SC) singled twice for the Bulls and drew a walk, driving in one. Jonah Witt (2015, J L Mann HS, SC) reached base twice on a single and walk, scoring once. Chase Kinsey (2016, T L Hanna HS, SC) also walked twice and stole a base, coming around to score.
McDougald also put in two scoreless innings on the mound, allowing just one hit and one walk, hitting a batter and striking out one. His fastball sat in the 76-78 mph range with cut action and a 64-71 mph hook from a 3/4 arm angle. AC Copeland (2015, T L Hanna HS, SC) got the win, throwing five innings with two runs allowed on two hits, three hit batters, and four walks with four punch outs. He topped out at 84 mph with his heater, sitting 79-82 mph with a 64-69 mph curve and 78 mph change up.
Austin Beck (2015, Live Oak HS, LA) took care of business on both ends, throwing 2.2 scoreless innings on the mound and going 2-3 with a double and run scored at the plate. He struck out one and allowed two hits and a walk, hitting 78 mph with his fastball with a 66-69 mph curve and 68 mph change up. Hunter Merritt (2015, Live Oak HS, LA) struck out five in 4.1 innings and sat 80-84 mph with his heater, maxing out at 85 mph while mixing a 63-68 mph hook in and a 74 mph change up.
Loyola (LA) commit Kyle Nevels (2016, Walker HS, LA) singled for the only other hit by the Monsters, driving home one and scoring once. Justin Ridgell (2015, Doyle HS, LA) drove in one, walked, and stole a base.
Grand Slam blows Hitmen Elite out 12-2 in romp
6/28/2014
Grand Slam Bluerocks scored four runs in three different innings, completely overpowering Hitmen Elite with a 12-2 victory.
Two different Bluerocks notched three hit games with Tyler Galazin (2015, Notre Dame HS, NJ) and John Catchmark (2015, Governor Mifflin HS, PA) accomplishing the feat. Galazin roped double and singled twice, driving in three and scoring three runs with a stolen base while Catchmark singled and picked up two doubles. Catchmark also drove in three and scored once. St. John's commit Jamie Galazin (2014, Notre Dame HS, PA) also tripled and Connor Hinchliffe (2015, Pottsville Area HS, PA) launched a triple and single, scoring both times with two RBI and a stolen base. Connor Lafferty (2014, Notre Dame HS, PA) reached twice and stole two bases after walking and hitting a single, scoring twice with an RBI.
Ryan Atkinson (2014, Hamburg Area HS, PA) earned the win with four innings of work, allowing two runs (one earned) on three hits and a walk, striking out five. He touched 80 mph with his fastball with a 61-70 mph curve, 71-73 mph slider, and a 68-70 mph change up.
Alex Acciavatti (2015, Stoughton HS, MA) picked up the only RBI for Hitmen Elite, driving in a run with a single and a stolen base. Andrew Walsh (2016, Brockton HS, MA) also singled and stole a base, later coming in to score. Sam Abrahams (2015, Natick HS, MA) had the only other hit and Brodie Kitson (2016, Middleborough HS, MA) scored the other run.
East Coast Elite no-hits Illinois Indians in 2-0 W
6/28/2014
East Coast Baseball Elite scored two runs in the sixth inning and received a no-hit performance from their pitcher Zach Reid (2014, Trinity Presbyterian School, AL) to beat the Illinois Indians 2-0.
Reid threw seven innings without allowing a hit or a run, walking three with eight strike outs. The Tennessee commit ran his fastball up to 83 mph, working in a 66-73 mph curve to keep hitters off balance.
Sam Finnerty (2015, Pelham HS, AL), a South Carolina commit, knocked a pair of doubles for East Coast, also stealing a base and driving in one. Auburn commit Jack McPherson (2015, Mt. Brook HS, AL) hit a double, Alabama commit Zack Coker (2014, Northridge HS, AL) singled twice, and SE Louisiana commit Drew Avans (2014, Thompson HS, AL) singled, plated one and scored once.
Keith Rogalla (2014, Oak Park & River Forest HS, IL ) was the hard luck loser, allowing a pair of unearned runs on six hits, and a hit batter without allowing a free pass and striking out six. The Creighton commit hit 90 mph on the gun, sitting 85-89 mph with a pair of breaking balls and a 77-81 mph change up. The slider was 76-80 mph and the curve came in at 67-77 mph.
Canes Hold On To Early Lead for 6-2 Win
6/28/2014
The Evoshield Canes North 17U defeated the Team Elite 18U 6-2 in seven innings.
Grant Maiorana (2015, Chesapeake, VA) led off the Canes by going a perfect 3-3 with a double and two singles. He drove in a RBI and scored once. Jordan Mason (2015, Chesapeake, VA) contributed a duo of singles that scored a run and drove in a RBI. Colby Higgerson (2015, Chesapeake, VA) helped with a RBI single.
Jack Alkire (2015, Cheverly, MD) tossed six strong innings for the Canes. He let six hits fall with only one earned run, He walked one batter but struck out six batters while touching 89 mph with his fastball. He had arm side run on his fastball. He has a tight rotation with his slider that flashes some potential.
Nick Guimbarda (2015, Suwanee, GA) roped two singles in the game and scored once for Team Elite. Christian Hodge (2014, Winder, GA) drove in a RBI off his double. Stephen Tomlinson (2014, Lawrenceville, GA) drove in a RBI with his single.
East Cobb Indians walk off on Michigan Red Sox 7-6
6/28/2014
Down by three runs and down to their last three outs, the East Cobb Indians scored four runs to shock the Michigan Red Sox 7-6.
Jalen Mateo (2015, Hillgrove HS, GA) racked up three hits including two doubles, scoring once. Andrew Burchell (2015, Harrison HS, GA) drove in two with a double and a single in four at bats. Nate Lomax (2014, Blessed Trinity Catholic, GA) scored twice on a pair of singles with one run driven in. Hampton Clark (2015, Kennesaw Mountain HS, GA) also scored twice and drove in one with a single.
Matt Shellnut (2015, East Coweta HS, GA) and Burchell combined for 4.2 scoreless innings for the Indians, with Shellnut striking out two with two walks and a hit in 2.2 frames. His arsenal included a 75-77 mph fastball, topping out at 79 mph with a 67-71 mph curve. Burchell struck out three in two innings with a walk and a hit allowed. He touched 77 mph with his heater and threw a 64-71 mph curve.
Andrew Novetsky (2015, University of Detroit Jesuit HS, MI) was a monster, reaching base all four times up with two walks, a single and a double with two runs scored and an RBI. Harrison Milen (2015, North Farmington HS, MI) drove in one with a single, and Malik Brown (2015, Birmingham Groves HS, MI) reached base twice and scored once on a single and a walk.
A Dozen Hits Help EC Yankees in 5-1 Victory
6/28/2014
The East Cobb Yankees defeated the Chi Town Cream 18U 5-1 in seven innings.
Logan Moody (2015, LaGrange, GA) led the surge for the Yankees with two hits, double and single. He drove in two RBIs and scored twice. Casey Selfe (2015, McDonough, GA) helped by going 2-3 with two singles and driving in a RBI. Joey Bart (2015, Buford, GA) and Grant Berry (2015, Marietta, GA) contributed a double that scored a run. Mitchell Webb (2014, Dallas, GA) helped with a double and a single and later scored to add onto the lead.
The Duke commit, Mitch Stallings (2014, Atlanta, GA), took the mound by going the complete game. He scattered three hits with one earned run. He only walked one batter with nine strikeouts. He is an athletic player that came with room to fill. He showed good command by throwing strikes with all pitches. He showed an effective arm action that sets up hitters. He has a deceptive delivery that comes with a good hip rotation. His fastball topped out at 92 mph. He also flashed a curve, slider, and a change.
Ryan Suwanski (2014, Algonquin, IL) capitalized with the only run in the game with a solo homer for Chi Town. Colton Pogue (2014, Blue Springs, MO) added a double, and Rahman Williams (2014, Matteson, IL) also drove a single in the game.
Errors Comeback to Hurt Orlando Baseball
6/28/2014
Stars Baseball 17U Blue defeated the Orlando Baseball Academy 2015 7-3 in seven innings.
Zack Costello (2015, Leesburg, VA) and Brandon Snow (2015, Owings, MD) led the surge for the Stars Baseball by going 1-2 with a RBI and a run. Matt Scott (2015, Haymarket, VA) added a double that scored a run and scored twice in the game. Will Miller (2015, Fairfax Station, VA) also went 1-3 with a single that scored once and tacked on a RBI.
Christian Leckert (2015, Fairfax, VA) tossed four strong innings for the Stars Baseball. He scattered three this without a run to score. He walked a batter and struck out three opponents while touching 85 mph with his fastball.
Brett Coffel (2015, Clermont, FL) roped a double for the Orlando Baseball Academy which scored two RBIs. Evan Lowe (2015, Oviedo, FL) helped with a duo of hits that scored a run. Jacob Southern (2016, Mount Dora, FL) and Bobby Ornes (2015, Clermont, FL) contributed a pair of knocks that also scored a run.
Orioles Fight Back to Win 5-3 Over Padres
6/28/2014
The Clarksville Orioles Black defeated the East Cobb Padres 18's 5-3 in seven innings.
Bradley Wilson (2016, Clarksville, TN) led the surge for the Orioles by tacking on two singles and plating a run and scoring a run. Clayton Caskey (2014, Clarksville, TN) helped with a RBI single and a run. JoJo Allen (2016, Clarksville, TN) added a single and a run. Travis Swails (2014, Clarksville, TN) and Mathis Duncan (2015, Charlotte, TN) each contributed a RBI without collecting a hit.
Wilson also took the mound and went the complete game. He scattered four hits with two earned runs. He walked four batters but came back to strike out eight batters. He maxed out at 82 mph with his fastball.
Mathews tried to spark a comeback for the Padres by going 2-2 with a home run in the game. He scored two RBIs and scored twice. Nick DeSantis (2014, Woodstock, GA) contributed a pair of hits with a double and a single while also scoring once.
DeSantis also pitched six innings for the Padres. He scattered six hits with only three earned runs. He walked three batters while striking out eight batters while touching 88 mph.
Louisiana Utd blows out GBA in 9-0 victory
6/28/2014
Louisiana United came out of the gates swinging, scoring four runs before GBA Spiked 9 even had a chance to hit, winning in a 9-0 blow out.
McNeese State commit Harry Chairs Jr (2014, John Curtis Christian, LA) and Southern Miss commit Kirk McCarty (2014, Oak Grove HS, MS) each racked up a pair of singles in the game with Chairs Jr also working a walk, driving in three and coming in to score once with McCarty plating one. Antonio Culotta (2015, Ovey Comeaux HS, LA) scored three runs after reaching on a single and getting hit twice by a pitch. Hunter Slater (2014, Bayside Academy, AL), also a Southern Miss commit, brought home two with a single and a run scored, and another Southern Miss commit, Daniel Keating (2014, Gulfport HS, MS), scored once after reaching on an error and stealing a base.
Four pitchers combined in the shut out, with Bailey Holstein (2015, Denham Springs HS, LA) tossing three innings with four hits allowed and three strike outs. He topped out at 84 mph with his fastball, sitting 81-84 mph with a 64-71 mph curve and 75 mph change. Josh Green (2014, Parkview Baptist, LA) ran his fastball up to 85 mph with a 79 mph change, and Mississippi State commit Taylor Stafford (2014, New Hope HS, MS) hit 84 mph with his heater and showed a 73-74 mph curve.
Michael Cronic (2014, West Hall HS, GA) doubled and singled while Cameron Johnson (2014, West Hall HS, GA) singled twice and they were both stranded on base each time with Cronic getting picked off. Chris Webb (2016, Sequoyah HS, GA) threw 1.1 innings with two hits allowed and no runs, walks or strike outs. He sat 74-82 mph with his fastball and also threw a 65-69 mph curve.
Next Level Upperclass Cruises by Kalamazoo
6/28/2014
Next Level Upperclass defeated the Kalamazoo Maroons Prospect Team 17U 13-1 in four innings.
Tramayne Holmes (2014, Tallahassee, FL) came in the clutch with a double and ended the day scoring four RBIs and scoring once. Tyler Holton (2015, Tallahassee, FL) and Blake Reese (2015, Graceville, FL) each contributed two RBIs and a single in the game. Jared Barnes (2014, Tallahassee, FL) roped a double for his team and scored once. Jay Robinson (2014, Crawfordville, FL) added a hit and scored twice in the game. Jay Estes (2014, Crawfordville, FL) added on a pair of hits with a RBI.
Jared Padgett (2015, Graceville, FL) started and went three strong innings. He did not allow a hit with one run that was unearned. He walked two batters but came back to strike out six batters. He ran the gun up to 88 mph with his fastball. He threw from over the top. He showed a good make up of a pitcher that came with a high ceiling for improvement. Casey Weahrhahn (2014, Tallahassee, FL) shut down the last inning without a hit or a run. He walked a batter and struck out a pair of opponents. He ran the gun up to 83 mph with his fastball.
Late Innings Push Atlanta Dodgers to Big Win
6/28/2014
The Atlanta Dodgers defeated the FTB Platinum 9-3 in seven innings.
Tyler Sylvester (2016, Lithonia, GA) came in the clutch for the Dodgers by roping a double and driving in three RBIs and a run. Erickie Godfrey (2016, Atlanta, GA) helped out by going a perfect 3-3 with three singles and a RBI. Davian Manley (2015, Decatur, GA) joined in with two singles and two runs. Samuel Patterson (2015, Auburn, GA) and Tyler Adams (2016, Auburn, GA) also contributed a hit each along with a RBI and a run.
Adams also pitched for the Dodgers. He went the complete game by letting six hits fall with all three runs to score on him. He walked three batters and struck out seven batters He displayed a short arm circle in the back with a tight release in his delivery. He ran the gun up to 83 mph with his fastball.
Michael Ruiz led the surge for FTB Platinum by ending his game going 1-1 with a double that drove in two RBIs. Beau McDonald (2015, Melbourne, FL), Samuel Duran (2015, Melbourne, FL), and John Gyermeli (2015, Lan O'Lakes, FL) all contributed a hit and later scored in the game. Jose Criollo (2014, Jacksonville, FL) roped a double that drove in a RBI to add to the score.
Alex Escobar (2014, Longwood, FL) started and went the first four innings. He scattered three hits without given yup a hit. He did not surrender a walk and was able to strike out three batters. He is an effective pitcher by throwing strikes with a short arm circle in the back.
Perez Leads SBO Florida to 8-4 Win
6/28/2014
SBO-Florida defeated SEB 17U Black 8-4 in six innings.
Adrian Perez (2015, Puerto Rico, PR) was the talk of the game by going 2-3 with a grand slam and a single. He was able to drive five RBIs and a run. Kevin Edgardo Rivera Rodriguez (2015, Cayey, PR) and Steven Vasquez (2015, Tamarac, FL) contributed a hit and two runs for their team. Gerald Collazo (2014, Caguas, PR) added a RBI single which he later scored on.
Christian Gnorio (2015, Juan Diaz, PR) and Steven Velgguezy came in to pitch for SBO Florida for the last three innings. Together they did not allow a hit or a run. They also did not allow a walk and struck out one. Gnorio ran the gun up to 80 mph, and Velgguezy maxed out at 78 mph.
Avery Kenyon (2015, Suwanee, GA) tried to get a spark going with a two RBI triple in the game for SEB. Jake Franklin (2015, Homer, GA) helped by contributing a double and a single and two runs. Caracciolo and Will Dunavant (2015, Suwanee, GA) helped with a single each.
Josh Slate (2014, Toccoa, GA) went five innings for SEB. He allowed three hits with five earned runs. He walked three batters and struck out nine batters. He was an athletic player who showed a quick arm action that held good command with his pitches. He topped out at 87 mph with his fastball.
Beasts Outhit Bulldogs in 6-2 Win
6/28/2014
The North Texas Beast defeated the East Cobb Bulldogs 18U 6-2 in seven innings.
Andrew Wolfe (2015, Dallas, TX) showed clutch hitting with two hits with one being a double and a single. He drove in two RBIs in the game for the North Texas Beast. Jerry LaSaint (2014, Little Elm, TX) added a three hits to lead the team with a double and two singles. He drove in a run while scoring twice. Samuel Warrum (2014, The Colony, TX) also added a double and a single while scoring a RBI. Tyler Hawk (2014, The Colony, TX) contributed a RBI off his single and scoring twice.
Luis Ramos (2014, Gilbert, AZ) went all seven inning with six hits that fell. He let the two runs score, but they were unearned. He walked two batters but struck out a dozen opponents. He was an effectively wild that showed a good hip rotation with a good slider. He ran his fastball up to 90 mph on the gun.
Cole Austin (2015, Kennesaw, GA) led the Bulldogs by going 2-4 with a double and a single while scoring once. Michael Burlas (2014, Marietta, GA) added a single and the other run for the team. Jake Wiley (2014, Alpharetta, GA) pitched effectively for the EC Bulldogs by going only 1.2 innings. He let a duo of hits fall without a run to score. He struck out a batter without a walk. He maxed out at 88 mph with is fastball.
Wilson, Bloodworth Lift Gamers Over Texas
6/28/2014
BigStix Gamers 18u defeated North Texas Beast 8-6 Saturday morning at Etowah High School field, improving its record at the 2014 18u WWBA National Championship to 1-1-0.
Keith Wilson led the offensive charge to BigStix's victory, going 1-for-4 with a double and two runs scored. Gavin Bloodworth chipped in with a 3-for-3 performance at the dish, including three runs batted in and two runs scored.
B Hudgins logged four innings on the mound for the Gamers, striking out three, walking two, conceding six hits and two earned runs. His fastball maintained a velocity of 80-82 MPH in the outing.
Thompson Leads SEB White to Victory
6/28/2014
SEB 17u/18u White defeated East Coast Baseball Diamond by a 3-2 score Saturday morning at East Cobb Complex Field 1, improving its record at the 2014 18u WWBA National Championship to 1-2-0.
Tristan Thompson got the winning decision as SEB's starting pitcher. He allowed two earned runs to cross home on eight hits, one walk and four strikeouts. Thompson's fastball sat in the 79-81 MPH range.
D Wright went 1-for-1 with a game-high five stolen bases in the victory, while Landen Davis (2015, American Christian Academy, AL) doubled and went 2-for-3 in the loss for East Coast.
Tied at 4 All NBS and CWB After Seven Innings
6/28/2014
Nelson Baseball School 18s tied with Columbus Web Ball at 4-4 at the end of seven innings.
Bryan Quillens (2014, Mableton, GA) led the surge for NBS by going 2-3 with two singles and two RBIs. Jake Swan (2014, Woodstock, GA) and James Pittinger (2015, Woodstock, GA) added a double each for the team. Henry Rowling (2014, Marietta, GA) and William Campbell (2014, Woodstock, GA) contributed a RBI. Caleb Shelton (2014, Woodstock, GA) took the bump and held his own in the five innings he tossed. He only let a hit fall without a run to score. He struck out seven batters with only one walk. He throws easy with a good follow through while attacking hitters. He ran his fastball up to 84 mph.
Hernan Sardinas (2016, Miami, FL) contributed the most RBIs for Columbus Web Ball with two. He also roped a double in a game. Nicholas Rocha (2015, Miami, FL) roped a single with a RBI. Danny Casals (2015, Miami, FL) crushed a solo home run. Alain Santana (2015, Miami, FL) took the mound for Web Ball by going three strong innings. He did not let a hit or a run occur. He only walked one batter and struck out four batters. He maxed out his fastball at 83 mph. He competes on the mound by attacking batters and working fast.
Lienerth Powers Traveler's Baseball Past Lightning
6/28/2014
(Alec Dopp) - Traveler's Baseball defeated Lowcountry Lightning Baseball by a 6-4 score Saturday afternoon at East Cobb Complex Field 1, using two runs in the top of the seventh inning and capitalizing off two Lighting errors to come away with the victory. The win pushed Traveler's record at the 2014 18u WWBA National Championship to 1-2-0.
Noah Skladin (2014, Marion L. Steele HS, OH) logged all seven innings and received the winning decision on the mound as Traveler's starting pitcher, conceding four earned runs on five hits (one home run), six walks and six strikeouts. Skladin ran his straight fastball up to 85 MPH with a looping curveball with 11/5 break sitting in the 66-69 MPH velocity range.
Tyler Lienerth (2014, Midview HS, OH) went 1-for-4 with a home run and two runs batted in to lead Traveler's lineup, while Joushia Mack (2014, Cuyahoga Falls HS, OH) scored three runs thanks to a 1-for-3 batting line at the plate that included a walk and two stolen bases. Zack Bires (2014, Marion L. Steele HS, OH) stole a game-high three bases, going 2-for-2 with two walks over four quality at bats.
Vargas Pitches So Cal to 12-0 Victory Over Padres
6/28/2014
(Alec Dopp) - So Cal SKLZ/TROSKY defeated East Cobb Padres-Navy by a convincing 12-0 score Saturday afternoon at Woodland High School field, improving its record at the 2014 18u WWBA National Championship to 2-0-0. The loss dropped Navy to 0-3-0 at the event.
Isaac Vargas (2015, Eastlake HS, CA) pitched four scoreless innings of ball in which he conceded one hit, four walks and struck out six as So Cal's starting pitcher. Vargas, a 5-foot-11 right hander, worked out of a 3/4 slot, producing cut action to his 76-78 MPH fastball and good shape to his 62-63 MPH curveball -- a product of his smooth delivery and sharp downhill momentum.
Vargas also led the way offensively in the victory, going 2-for-3 with a double, one run scored and a game-high mark of four runs batted in. Gilbert Suarez (2015, San Ysidro HS, CA) chipped in with two stolen bases en route to a 2-for-2 batting line with three runs scored and one batted in, while leadoff hitter Andres Alvarez (2015, San Ysirdo HS, CA) went 2-for-2 with a double, one run scored and a pair of runs batted in.
Knights Baseball Toss Two Hitter in 7-0 Win
6/28/2014
The Knights Baseball 18U America defeated BigStix Gamers 18U 7-0 in seven innings.
CJ Kastner (2014, Mount Juliet, TN) and Kyle Habbach each showed off their power by collecting a homer. Kastner roped a solo homer and also collected a single in the game. Habbach also tallied a solo homer in the game. Grant Hawkins (2014, Smyrna, TN) helped by going 2-2 with a double and a single. He drove in a run with three runs. Rigby helped with a two RBI single.
Tanner Burns (2014, Nashville, TN) tossed three innings by only surrendering a hit without a run. He struck out two batters without giving up a walk. He maxed out at 84 mph with his fastball. Barnett also went three innings with only surrendering a hit as well with one strike out. He ran the gun up to 83 mph with his fastball.
B Hudgins and Brock Carter each tallied for a single.
Astros Shut Out Slammers 5-0 in No Hitter
6/28/2014
The East Cobb Astros defeated the Strike One Slammers 5-0 in seven innings.
Brock Love took the mound for the Astros by going six strong innings. He didn't surrender a hit or a run. He struck out six batters while walking three batters. Love is an athletic with a projectable frame player. He showed good command that shows control of both sides of the plate. He stays ball on his backside with a smooth and sound delivery. He shows arm side run with his fastball. He flashes a good curveball that comes with potential. He used his fastball to reach 89 mph with his curve topping at 75 mph. Taylor Gibson (2016, Summerdale, AL) only pitched an inning but did not allow a hit to solidify the no hitter. He was able to strike out a batter in his inning of work. He maxed out at 82 mph with his fastball.
Chris Davis (2015, Burlington, CT), KK Brooks (2016, Marietta, GA), and Nate Dupree (2015, Marietta, GA) all roped singles with a RBI and a run in the game. Mason Meadows (2016, Roswell, GA) collected the final hit for the Astros.
Chase Jones (2014, Powder Springs, GA) went head to head with the pitching staff of the Astros. He went the six innings by allowing only four hits with three earned runs. He struck out five batters with only two walks. He used his fastball to touch 86 mph. He showed a good extension out front with an effortless arm action.
McDonalds Bears Find Golden Arches in 9-2 Win
6/28/2014
McDonalds Bears defeated Suncoast Select 9-2 in six innings.
Bo Brach (2015, Baton Rouge, LA) led off for the Bears by going a perfect 3-3 with a triple and two singles. He drove win two RBIs and scored three times. The LSU commit, Josh Smith (2016, Greenwell Springs, LA), helped by collecting a double and a single while driving in a pair of RBIs and scoring twice. Ian Brian (2016, Baton Rouge, LA) finished the day going 1-4 with a two RBI single. Matthew Crapanzano (2015, Baton Rouge, LA) and Connor Bowen (2016, Baton Rouge, LA) added a pair of hits. Crapanzano drove in a RBI and scored once, and Bowen scored twice.
Brian Fairbanks (2016, Baton Rouge, LA) tossed six innings and gave up seven hits. He let only one earned run score without giving up a walk and striking out two batters. He ran the gun up to 83 mph with his fastball.
Tully Allen (2015, Gulfport, FL) tried to get a spark for the Suncoast Select by going 1-1 with a RBI for the team. Joseph Macaluso (2014, New Port Richey, FL) added to the spark by driving a double and a single in the game with a run. Vito Tambasco (2015, Spring Hill, FL) added a double and a run too.
Bryan Lopez (2015, Oldsmar, FL) tossed two strong innings. He gave up four hits and one run. He struck out three batters with a lone walk. He maxed out at 80 mob with his fastball.
Diaz's Strong Outing Lifts Suncoast Over Prospects
6/28/2014
(Alec Dopp) - Suncoast Mizuno defeated Prospect Scout Team by a 5-1 score Saturday afternoon at Cartersville BB Complex, running its record at the 2014 18u WWBA National Championship to 1-1-1 while dropping Prospect Scout Team to 1-2-0 at the event.
Chase Diaz (2015, Manatee HS, FL) logged six scoreless innings on the mound as Mizuno's starting pitcher, conceding three hits and three walks while punching out six batters. Diaz ran his fastball up to 83 MPH in the outing, mixing in 11 curveballs (68-70 MPH) and one changeup (76 MPH) en route to producing eight swings-and-misses over 98 total pitches thrown.
Jonathan Aragon (2015, Manatee HS, FL) went 2-for-3 (both hits singles) with two runs scored, one run driven in and a stolen base to lead Suncoast offensively. Jordan Gurrerro (2014, Braden River HS, FL) churned out three quality at bats, while Daren Ortiz (2015, Braden River HS, FL) chipped in with a 1-for-3 output that included one run scored and one stolen base.
Centerfield Baseball Survives Saints Rally
6/28/2014
The Centerfield Baseball Academy defeated 9 Stars Saints 5-3 in seven innings.
Casey Collins (2016, Newnan, GA) was the talk of the game for Centerfield by going 2-3 with a double and a single. He drove in four of the drive runs for his team. Austin Clay (2015, Senoia, GA) helped by stroking two singles and scoring once. Tyrian Herring (2015, Newnan, GA) also helped with a RBI, a walk, and a pair of runs.
Dalton Chocallo (2015, Newnan, GA) took the mound going the complete game. He scattered six hits with three runs with one earned run. He struck out six batters with only one walk. He ran the gun up to 81 mph with his fastball.
Mason Robinson (2014, Cartersville, GA) led off for the Saints by finishing the day going 1-3 with a RBI double. Tristian Smith (2014, Adairsville, GA) helped with a RBI single. David Goodsen (2018, Rincon, GA), Logan Millsaps (2017, Jasper, GA), and Cameron Neal (2014, Cartersville, GA) each scored the three runs for the team.
Hendershot's Shutout Leads 212 A's to 8-0 Win
6/28/2014
(Alec Dopp) - 212 A's 18u defeated New Power Baseball by a convincing 8-0 mark Saturday afternoon at Pinecrest Academy field, improving its record at the 2014 18u WWBA National Championship to 2-0-0 while dropping New Power to 0-3-0 at the event.
Jonathan Hendershot (2014, Whitewater HS, GA) received the winning decision on the mound for 212 A's 18u, logging six shutout innings of five-hit ball in which he walked one and punched out three batters. Hendershot didn't feature overpowering stuff (77-79 MPH fastball), but kept hitters off balance with a 11/5 breaking curveball (64-67 MPH), and was around the plate with all of his offerings.
Brian Danserau (2014, Alexander HS, VA) went 3-for-3 (all hits singles) with two runs scored, one run batted in and two stolen bases from the last spot in 212 A's order, while Jarrod Crum (2014, Warner Robbins HS, GA) and Ryan Avidano (2014, Starrs Mill HS, GA) chipped in with a double and triple, respectively, in the victory.
Sandlot Cruises Past Northeast Baseball
6/28/2014
The Sandlot defeated Northeast Baseball Jaxx 6-2 in six innings.
Houston Glad (2014, Tahlequah, OK) and Logan Gipson (2014, Tulsa, OK) each tacked on a pair of hits that scored a lone RBI. Luke Preaus (2014, Tulsa, OK) and Conner Crutchfield (2014, Tulsa, OK) finished with one hit and one RBI. Sean Votaw (2014, Vinita, OK) and Garrett Moon (2014, Rockwall, TX) each ended with a hit and a run.
Sam Kraybill (2014, Stillwater, OK) went four strong innings by allowing four hits with only one hit, which was unearned. He struck out five batters while only walking one batter. He ran the gun up to 84 mph, and he threw all his pitches around the plate. He had a quick and long arm action with a dominating mound presence.
Ejaaz Jiu (2015, Brooklyn, NY) and Joncas led the Northeast Baseball Jaxx by going 1-2 with a RBI, and Jiu collected the only extra base hit with a double. Mohl tossed the longest by going three strong innings. He scattered five hits with two runs to score. He struck out four batters on his 80 mph.
Last Inning Blowout Give Mudhens Big Win
6/28/2014
The Northeast Baseball Mudhens defeated the Team DeMarini GA 17U 10-4 in seven innings.
Joe Campo (2014, Milton, MA) led the Mudhens with three hits in the game with two doubles and a single. Ryan McKenna (2015, Berwick, ME) led the team with a homer and a double while driving in three RBIs and two runs. Erik Ostberg (2014, Florence, MA) and William D'Agostino (2014, Falmouth, ME) each contribute a pair of singles while scoring twice. Brendan Pierce (2014, Hingham, MA) and JT Pittman (2014, Ashland, MA) collected two hits and a RBI for the team.
Connor Russell (2014, Wellesley, MA) took the mound going five innings while allowing five hits and one run score. He struck out three batters with only one walk on his 83 mph fastball. He has a smooth delivery with good hip rotation with good command of his fastball.
Noah Wilmot (2015, Alpharetta, GA) led off for Team DeMarini and collected two hits with both being doubles. He drove in two RBIs with a run and a walk. Nick Caprio (2015, Cumming, GA) and RawKwon Bennett (2015, Evans, GA) each added a duo of singles with a run. Jake Bogosian (2016, Alpharetta, GA) added a RBI single.
Anderson's 11 K's Propel Roadrunners to Victory
6/28/2014
(Alec Dopp) - Georgia Roadrunners 17u defeated Team DeMarini GA 17u by a 5-2 score Saturday afternoon at Mt. Pisgah High School field, running its record at the 2014 18u WWBA National Championship to 3-0-0 while dropping DeMarini to 0-2-1 at the event.
Kyle Anderson (2015, Evans HS, GA), a South Carolina commit, pitched seven shutout innings of four-hit ball as Georgia's starting pitcher, administering two walks while striking out 11. Featuring a large and athletic 5-foot-11 frame, Anderson produced cut action to his 84-86 MPH (88 max velo) fastball and kept hitters off balance with his 72-74 MPH curveball that helped him induce an impressive 14 swinging strikes over 108 total pitches in the outing.
Chase Cohen (2015, Alpharetta HS, GA) received the losing decision as DeMarini's starting pitcher, though he struck out nine hitters (with five walks) over his six innings of work. Cohen didn't allow an earned run in the outing and touched 90 MPH (86-86 sitting velo) with his aggressive fastball from a 3/4 slot. He also mixed in a 71-74 MPH curveball that helped him generate seven whiffs.
Justin Dutka (2015, Lambert HS, GA) doubled and churned out three quality at bats toward the bottom of the Roadrunners' order, finishing with a 1-for-1 batting line including two runs scored and two walks. Alex Hoffman (2015, Alpharetta HS, GA) recorded a two-bagger of his own for Team DeMarini GA 17u on his way to a 1-for-3 output with one run batted in.
Taylor, Smith Lead Marlins to Victory
6/28/2014
(Alec Dopp) - Marlins Scout Team defeated Team Alabama-Johnson by a 6-5 mark Saturday afternoon at Centennial High School field, running its record at the 2014 18u WWBA National Championship to 2-1-0 while dropping Alabama to 2-1-0 at the event.
Xavier Taylor (2015, Lee HS, AL) received the winning decision on the mound for the Marlins, logging four innings of one-run ball in which he conceded three hits and two walks, recording one strikeout in the meanwhile with a max fastball velocity of 86 MPH.
J'Mar Smith (2015, Meridian HS, MS) led the way offensively for Scout Team in the victory, going 2-for-4 with a double and two runs batted in. Duncan McKinnon (2015, Redondo Union HS, CA) chipped in along the way, going 2-for-3 (both hits singles) with three runs scored and a walk.
Five Run Fourth Helps Central Alabama
6/28/2014
The Central Alabama Nationals defeated Gameface Elite 17U 9-3 in seven innings.
Michael Battle (2015, Hueytown, AL) led surge for Central Alabama by going 2-3 with two singles, two RBIs, and a run. JD Kubiszyn (2015, Birmingham, AL) and Zack Spratlin (2014, Talladega, AL) each contributed a pair of singles with a RBI and a run. Jeremy Peterson (2014, Birmingham. AL) and Cavan Breland (2014, Hoover, AL) each had a extra base hit and a run.
Allen Wilson (2015, Sylacagua, AL) tossed the seven inning for Central Nationals. He scattered ten hits with two earned runs without a walk given up. He was able to strike out three batters with his 78 mph fastball.
Mitchell Adams (2015, Burford, GA) went a perfect 3-3 with three singles, and Ryan Moore (2015, Suwanee, GA) and Garrett Medley (2015, Dacula, GA) each contributed a pair of hits for the Gameface Elite. Cole Dudley (2015, Buford, GA) added a double to his team with a RBI and a run.
Cox Throws Shutout, Twins Win 2-0
6/28/2014
Wade Cox, (2015, Greater Atlanta Christian HS, GA) pitched a complete game for the East Cobb Twins, only allowing three hits and tallying two strike outs en route to a 2-0 win over OTC Baseball 18U. Cox stymied hitters by mixing his fastball and his curveball.
Lead off hitter Jacob Gassert, (2015, Norcross HS, GA) had two hits in the game for the East Cobb Twins and scored one of their two runs. William Korn, (2015, McCallie HS, GA) added a hit and also drove in a run.
Alex Snider, (2014, Luella HS, GA) was equally impressive on the mound for OTC Baseball 18U as he also pitched a complete game, only allowing four hits and two unearned runs and struck out five.
Last Inning Comeback for Orland Baseball
6/28/2014
The Orlando Baseball Academy 2014 defeated the Northeast Baseball Lookouts 4-2 in seven innings.
Jordan Hicks (2014, Apopka, FL), Nick Angelastro (2014, Orlando, FL), and Eric McBride (2014, Clermont, FL) each had a multi hit game for Orlando Baseball Academy with two hits each. Hicks was able to score twice, and McBride contributed a RBI in the game. Dylan Anseaume (2014, Orlando, FL) roped a triple that scored a run and later scored.
Carter Varga (2014, Clermont, FL) took the bump for Orlando going the complete game. He let five hits fall with two earned runs. He struck out eight batters with three walks. He was able to run the gun up to 87 mph with his fastball.
Johnathan Martin (2015, Littleton, MA) helped for Northeast Baseball Lookouts by corralling two RBIs. Josh Goulet (2015, Nashua, NH) collected a pair of singles with a run. Brandon Borneman (2015, Townsend, MA) finished 1-2 with a run.
Brad Saltsman (2015, Ayer, MA) tossed 5.1 innings with six hits allowed. He let one run cross, but struck out three batters. He ran the gun up to 80 mph with his fastball.
York's 4 RBIs Leads Gold Glove Elite
6/28/2014
Lead off hitter Myles York, (2014, Spanish Fort HS, AL) went 2-4 with four RBIs to lead Gold Glove Elite 18u to a 7-6 win over the Easton A's. Gold Glove Elite scored five runs in the bottom of the sixth and held on after the Easton A's started making a comeback.
Zach Jowers, (2014, Choctawhatchee HS, FL) added two RBIs, two runs and a base hit for God Glove Elite. Starting pitcher Ryan Gauci, (2014, Washington Senior HS, FL), a Jefferson Davis Community College commit, pitched 6.1 innings and struck out three to earn the win.
Easton A's lead off hitter Kyle Stowers, (2016, Christian HS, CA) went a perfect 3-3 with a walk and a run. Vincent Byrd Jr., (2015, El Camino HS, CA) went 2-4 and had two RBIs and Donte Guiterrez added two doubles, an RBI and a run for the A's.
One Hitter for Ralston and Rawlings Patriots
6/28/2014
The Rawlings Patriots defeated the BigStix Gamers 16U 9-0 in five innings.
Caleb Ralston (2015, Houston, TX) tossed a one hit shut out for the Rawlings Patriots. He struck out four batters while walking four batters as well. He ran the gun up to 81 mph with his fastball.
Graham Rodgers (2015, Spring, TX) led the offense going 1-2 with a bases clearing double while tacking on three RBIs and a run. James Philips (2015, Spring, TX) helped contributed a single that scored two RBIs and a run. Addison Moss (2015, Spring, TX) and Cole Schroeder (2016, Spring, TX) helped with a RBI single and at least one run in the game. Jimmy Dermody (2016, Spring, TX) roped a triple while scoring twice for the team.
AJ Spencer (2015, Locust Grove, GA) collected the only hit for BigStix with a single.
Schwartz, Coates Hold Stealers to 3 Hits
6/28/2014
Luke Schwartz, (2015, Walnut Grove HS, GA) and Austin Coates, (2015, North Oconee HS, GA) combined to allow only three hits in a 12-0 win for the Chain Baseball Columbus Pirates over the Ohio Stealers.Schwartz started the game and pitched four strong innings, only allowing two hits and struck out three. He showed strong mechanics and was able to command his pitches, throwing 69 percent of his pitches for strikes. Coates pitched a good inning, only allowing one hit and threw 82 percent of his pitches for strikes.
The offensive leader for Chain Baseball was B.J. White, (2014, Opelika HS, AL), a Chipola College commit, went 2-3 with three RBIs and a run scored. Chandler Taylor, (2015, Alabama Christian Academy, AL), an Alabama commit, went 1-2 with a triple, 2 RBIs, a walk and a run. Tyler Bunn, (2015, Troup County HS, GA) also chipped in with two RBIs.
Andrew Neal, (2014, Ellet HS, OH) was the offensive leader for the Ohio Stealers, going 1-2 with a double. Tristan Sprague, (2015, Field HS, OH) started the game and pitched three innings, recording four strikeouts.
Hobbs' 4 Hits Lifts Team Elite to 4-3 Win
6/28/2014
Team Elite Roundtrip scored a run in the top of the 7th and held the Houston Banditos (Atkinson) scoreless in the bottom of the frame to pull out a 4-3 victory.
Ty Hobbs, (2014, Ware County HS, GA) went a perfect 4-4 at the plate with a double and two RBIs to lead Team Elite Roundtrip. Hobbs also contributed on the mound for Team Elite pitching 1.1 innings of relief allowing no runs or hits and recorded one strikeout. Keegam McGovern, (2014, Coffee County HS, GA), a Georgia commit, went 2-3 from the plate with two runs scored and he drew a walk as well. Stetson Smith, (2015, Pierce County HS, GA) pitched three solid innings only allowing two hits and one unearned run while recording three strikeouts.
David Molnar, (2015, Cinco Ranch HS, TX) was the offensive leader for the Banditos going 2-3 and also had an RBI. Molnar was also the starting pitcher for the Banditos, pitching six innings allowing seven hits and only one earned and struck out one. Trey Clapp, (2015, Katy HS, TX) had good offensive production picking up a base hit, an RBI and a walk.
Low scoring affair ends in tie
6/28/2014
Both the Elev8 18u and Prospects baseball had stellar pitching performances en route to a 1-1 tie. Anthony Maldonado (2016, Palm Beach Central) went all seven innings for Elev8. He allowed just three hits and no earned runs, while striking out six.
Tyler Hughes (2014, Marist) was equally impressive on the mound for Prospects Baseball. He also went all seven innings, allowing only one hit and an earned run, while striking out five.
Team Elite Grey fight back
6/28/2014
The Team Elite Grey scored 5 runs in the top of the seventh inning to win 8-5 and steal a win over the NJ Marlins Prospects. Tristan Buckley (2016, Calvert Hall College) led the offense for Team Elite. He went a perfect 3-3 with a run scored. Johnston also went 2-2 and added 3 RBI and 2 runs scored.
Alex Mumme (2016, The Hun) led the offense for NJ Marlins. He went 1-1 with an RBI.
Team Elite Grey fight back
6/28/2014
East Coast comes out on top
6/28/2014
The East Coast Baseball Elite came out on top of a back forth game 8-5 against the Jacksonville Warriors. Chance Whitten (2014, South Panola), an East Central CC commit, provided the offensive spark for East Coast. He went a perfect 3-3 on the day. He had 5 RBI and a run scored including a towering home run.
Drew Avans (2014, Thompson), a Southeastern Louisiana commit, and Will Brooks (2016, Madison Central) each added 2 hits for East Coast as well. They combined for 2 RBI and 3 runs.
Alex Collins (2014, Broach School-Mandarin) led the offense for the Warriors. He went 2-3 with 3 RBI.
Teams battle to a tie
6/28/2014
The Lakeland Legends of the Batters Box 17u scored two runs in the bottom of the seventh inning to tie the Fungo Red Sox 4-4. The two teams only produce 7 hits total.
Dontoyas Boyd (2014, Hopewell) led the offense for the Red Sox. He went 2-2 with a run scored.
Matt Wight (2015, Lake Gibson Senior) led the offense for the Lakeland Legends. He went 1-2 with an RBI.
East Cobb looks impressive
6/28/2014
The East Cobb Twins looked very impressive in their 9-1 win over the Baseball Mentoring Program, Inc. Jack Ballou (2015, North Atlanta) pitched 5 innings good innings for the Twins. He allowed only four hits and an earned run, while striking out three.
Danny Price (2015, Norcross) led the offense for the Twins. He went 2-3 with 2 RBI. Joe Charron (2015, Holy Innocents Episcopal) also collected a hit and added 2 RBI.
Team Elite L.S. impresses
6/28/2014
Team Elite Louisville Slugger looked great in their 9-5 victory over the Alabama Bandits. They pounded out 12 hits led by Patrick Watson (2015, Tift County) who finished the day 3-3 with 3 RBI and 3 runs scored. Schyler Chapman (2015, Parkview), Zachery Teem (2015, Kennesaw Mountain), and Jared Meeks (2015, Collins Hill) each collected 2 hits as well.
Tyler Gaines (2015, Douglas County) pitched 5 innings for Team Elite. He allowed only one hit and one earned run, while striking out 7.
Rodney Anderson (2015, Spain Park) led the offense for the Bandits. He went 2-3 with 3 RBI.
NOLA beat East Cobb Marlins.
6/28/2014
NOLA Monsters Baseball hang on against the East Cobb Marlins, 5-4 victory. Jacob Caballero (Ascension Catholic Interparsch, White Castle, LA 2015) was solid at the plate for NOLA Monsters Baseball. He went 2-2 for the game driving in one and scored one run with a single in the first and fourth innings. Bradley Harmon (Fayette County, Fayetteville, GA 2015) went 1-3 for the game with scoring one run and had one RBI.
Marcus Buckley (Ocean Springs, Ocean Springs, MS 2015) brought the heat today against the East Cobb Marlins during his innings of work. The East Cobb Marlins only managed just one hit off Buckley. He allowed no earned runs, walked none and struck out two during his 4 2/3 innings of work. B. Smith (Mceachem, Powder springs, GA 2014, Alabama State) took the loss for the East Cobb Marlins. He lasted just three innings, walked one, struck out three, and allowed one run. Smith fastball range for the game was 80-83 mph. Buckley fastball range for the day was 78-82 mph.
Clarkesville Orioles rally to win
6/28/2014
The Clarkesville Orioles scored 4 runs in the bottom of the seventh to steal a 5-4 win over the Bullpen Braves 17u. Barrett Croslin (Russellville Junior/Senior) scored on an error for the game's final run. He also added a hit.
Cole Hyde (2014, Todd County Central) led the offense for the Orioles. He went 1-2 with 2 RBI and a run scored.
Rhett Carroll (2015, Jackson) led the offense for the Braves. He went 2-3 with an RBI and a run scored.
Rockies beat Orlando Baseball Academy
6/28/2014
The DoubleDay Rockies 18U defeat Orlando Baseball Academy 2014 9-4 victory. Alex Webb (Columbia Central, Columbia, TN 2015, Alabama) was the hot hitter for the DoubleDay Rockies 18U. He went a perfect 3-3 at the plate today with a double in the second and fifth innings and triple in the seventh inning. Jordan Hicks (Apoka, Apoka, FL 2014) led Orlando Baseball Academy 2014's offensive threat as he got on bases three times today. He scored one run and had one RBI with a triple in the second inning and single in the fifth inning.
Connor Cathcart (Bishop Moore, Orlando, FL 2014) had a short outing, lasting only two innings on the hill for Orlando Baseball Academy 2014 before being taken out of the game. He surrendered seven hits and five runs. Brody Wofford (Model, Rome, GA 2015, Jacksonville State) was the ace pitcher today for the DoubleDay Rockies. He tossed five innings while giving up eight hits, four runs, walking two and striking out eight. Wofford fastball range for the game was 83-86 mph.
East Cobb walks off with win
6/28/2014
The East Cobb Yankees scored one in the bottom of the seventh to walk-off with a 4-3 win over the 212 Foundation Sports A's 17's. Patrick Wiseman (2014, Pope), a Georgia Tech commit, hit a triple that brought him the winning run. Matt Mixon (2014, North Paulding) also had a good day offensively going 2-3 with a run scored.
Keyton Gibson (2015, Buford) pitched 3 innings for East Cobb, and he impressed with a fastball that sat 89-91 mph. He allowed no hits and no runs, while striking out six.
Ryan Ross (2015, Tift County) led the offense for Foundation Sports. He went 1-3 with 3 RBI and a run scored.
MVP Baseball looks good offensively
6/28/2014
MVP Baseball Blue pounded out 10 hits in their 8-4 win over the BigStix Gamers 16u. Joseph Jennison (2015, Monte Vista) pitched all seven innings for MVP and looked good. He surrendered only 5 hits and one earned run, while striking out six.
Cooper Mitchell (2015, Oakton) led the offense for MVP. He went a perfect 3-3 and added 3 RBI in the process. Mike Chiovitti (2015, Holy Cross) and Jack Blumenthal (2015, Heritage Hall) each collected two hits as well and combined for 3 RBI and 2 runs.
AJ Spencer (2015, Union Grove) led the offense for BigStix. He collected two hits in three tries and added an RBI.
Atlanta Blue Jays beat CageRat Baseball
6/28/2014
The Atlanta Blue Jays cruise past CageRat Baseball Grey, 12-5 victory. Chase Fullington (Farragut, Knoxville, TN 2015, Cincinnati) was the leader on the offense side of the game today. He went 3-4 for the game with driving in one and scored three runs with a triple in the second inning and single in the first and fourth innings. Dylan Ladd (Madisonville, North Hopkins, Madisonville, KY 2015) was the hot hitter for the CageRat Baseball Grey. He went 2-4 for the game.
Even though Jack Benham (Immaculata, North Plainfield, NJ 2015) allowed five runs over six innings he still recorded the victory. He struck out two, walked one and surrendered seven hits. Andrew Schneider (Belleville, High School-East, Belleveille, IL 2015) ended up on the wrong side of the decision with getting the loss. He allowed twelve runs in six innings, walked four and struck out four. Benham fastball range for the game was 77-81 mph.
NOLA Monsters win
6/28/2014
The NOLA Monsters 17u scored early and often in the 9-5 win over Powermill 18u. Ben Barnes (2015, Doyle) led the offense for NOLA. He went 3-4 with an RBI. Colby Freneaux (2015, Live Oak) and Kyle Nevels (2016, Walker) each collected two hits as well.
Payton Dixon (2014, Thomasville) went 3-4 with 2 runs on the day for Powermill.
Jackets and Vipers end in 2-2 Tie
6/28/2014
Georgia Jackets 17U end in a 2-2 tie against the North Alabama Vipers.
Johnathan Meuse (2015, Woodstock HS, GA) went 1-3 for the Jackets, with one run scored in the game. Brantley Flanagan (2014, Sequoyah HS, GA) went 1-3 as well with an RBI. Evan Ezell (2014, Sequoyah HS, GA) also went 1-3 with one run scored. Will Herman (2015, St. Pius X Catholic, GA) and Spencer Pfost (2015, Sequoyah HS, GA) pitched in the game for the Jackets, with both topping out at 83 mph with their fastball.
For the Vipers, Blake Shunk (2013, Ravenwood HS, TN) went 2-4 with one run scored. Orvis Cuello (2015, Cullman HS, AL) went 2-2 at the plate with one run scored, and two stolen bases. Grant Chandler (2014, Bob Jones HS, AL) pitched a complete game for the Vipers, giving up one earned run on three hits, and struck out five. He had good command with all pitches and was able to attack the hitters. He had a fastball that averaged 83-85/85 mph, and mixed in curveballs and a few changeups for his off-speed pitches.
Chain Black 18U beat MVP Baseball.
6/28/2014
Chain Black 18U jumps on MVP Baseball early and coasts to 10-1 win. Mathew Powell (Treutlen, Warner Robbins, GA 2014) racked up four RBIs on two hits for Chain Black 18U. Powell went 2-3 for the game with scoring two runs. Ricky Silguero (Damien, Upland, CA 2015) was the lone hot hitter for the MVP Baseball He went 1-1 for the game with scoring one run.
Sam Goberdahn (Cook County, Warner Robbins, GA 2014) brought the heat today for the Chain Black 18U during his innings of work. He held MVP Baseball hitless over two innings, allowed no earned runs, walked none and struck out five. PJ Philip Hatchouel (St Marys, Lyon, ME 2015) ended up the wrong side of the pitching decision with getting the loss. He allowed eight runs in four innings, walked one and struck out five. Goberdahn fastball range for the day was 80-83 mph.
Schmidt Lights Up Radar Gun in Elite Prime's Win
6/28/2014
(Alec Dopp) - Team Elite Prime defeated SCORE International 18u by a 4-0 score Saturday morning at Marietta High School field, improving its record at the 2014 18u WWBA National Championship to 2-0-1 while dropping International to 2-1-0 at the event.
Clarke Schmidt (2014, Allatoona HS, GA), a South Carolina commit, fanned 11 batters over his six shutout innings of work as Elite Prime's starting pitcher, allowing just two base knocks and one walk in the meantime. Schmidt showed heavy movement on his 88-91 MPH fastball with late break and good depth to his 79-82 MPH slider, which helped the right hander produce 10 whiffs over 94 total pitches.
Maikor Mora (2014, Faith Baptist Christian HS, FL) logged all seven innings on the mound for SCORE, punching out seven batters and conceding three earned runs on seven hits and one walk. Mora pounded the zone with efficiency (74.2% strike rate) with arm-side life to his 87-89 MPH fastball (90 max velo). The Polk State recruit also showcased late 11/5 break to his 73-75 MPH curveball and maintained arm speed on his 79-84 MPH changeup that flashed plenty of potential.
TJ Riles (2014, Woodland HS, GA) and Isiah Gilliam (2015, Parkview HS, GA) each doubled en route to 1-for-3 and 2-for-3 batting lines, respectively, for Team Elite Prime, while Bryce Denton (2015, Ravenwood HS, TN) tripled on his way to a 2-for-3 offensive performance that included a run scored for Team Elite.
So Cal NTT defeats ECB Renegades 8-1
6/28/2014
In a game of not much offensive production, So Cal NTT defeated ECB Renegades, 8-1.
Cameron Bloebaum (2014, The Walker, GA) led the way for So Cal, going 2-3 with a homerun, two runs scored and two RBIs in the game. Chandler Avant (2014, Pike Liberal Arts, AL) a Alabama commit, and Austin Reynolds (2014, Blackman HS, TN) contributed with a double a piece at the plate. Reynolds also had one stolen base in the game, and Stephen Skruck (2014, Pope HS, GA) a Furman commit, showed off his speed by stealing two bases of his own. Benjamin Wanger (2015, Belmont Hill HS, MA) pitched a complete game, giving up four hits, and struck out six. He had a fastball that topped out at 83 mph, and mixed in a handful of off-speed pitches.
For the Renegades, Jackson Hesterlee (2015, Carrollton HS, GA) and Will Hesterlee (2014, Carrollton HS, GA) both went 1-3 at the plate. Taylor Buice (2016, Lassiter HS, GA) pitched 4.2 innings of work, and displayed a fastball that peaked at 82 mph.
West Georgia beat East Cobb Padres.
6/28/2014
West Georgia Jackets takes an early lead on single, holds on for 6-4 win over the East Cobb Padres 18's. Dillon Isham (Temple, Carrolton, GA 2015) racked up two RBIs on one hit for West Georgia Jackets. He went 1-3 for the game with scoring one run. K Brannon was the hot hitter for the East Cobb Padres. He went 2-3 for the game with scoring one run and had one RBI.
Elijah Willingham (Paulding County, Hiram, GA 2015) struck out fifteen helping his team to victory. He allowed three earned runs, eight hits and one walk over seven innings. Zach Soder (Centennial, Apharetta, GA 2016) lasted only two innings on the hill for the East Cobb Padres 18's before he left the game. He gave up eight hits and six runs. Soder fastball range for the70-82 mph. Willingham fastball range for the game was 82-85 mph.
Mellen Sharp as Titans Cruise Past New Power
6/28/2014
(Alec Dopp) - Titans 18u defeated New Power Baseball by a comfortable 8-1 score Saturday morning at Sprayberry High School field, running its record at the 2014 18u WWBA National Championship to 2-0-0 while dropping Power to 0-2-0 at the event.
John Mellen (2015, Paideia HS, GA) logged all six innings on the mound as Titans' starting pitcher, a span of playing time in which he conceded one earned run on six hits and four walks while punching out five hitters. Mellen's straight fastball sat 77-81 MPH in the outing, while his late-breaking, 10/4 action curveball was clocked at 64-66 MPH.
Austin Green (2014, Campbell HS, GA) led the way offensively for Titans 18u, going 1-for-2 with a double and two stolen bases from the No. 3 spot in his club's order. Ryan Wesley (2015, Whitefield Academy, GA) chipped in with a triple on his way to a 1-for-3 performance at the plate, including one run batted in and one scored.
Astros Cruise Past Indians 8-0
6/28/2014
The East Cobb Astros 18U cruised past the Illinois Indians 8-0.
Alonzo Jones (2015, Columbus HS, GA) a Vanderbilt commit, went 2-4 at the plate for the Astros, with one run scored, one RBI, and one stolen base. Jake Palomaki (2014, Mt. Paran Christian, GA) a Boston College commit, went 1-2, with one run scored, one stolen base, and one RBI. Kel Johnson (2014, Homeschool, GA) a Georgia Tech commit, went 1-2 as well with a double and two runs scored. Addison Reed (2014, Kennesaw Mountain, GA) pitched five complete innings, giving up just two hits, and struck out five. He had very good command with all of his pitches, and had a fastball that averaged 87-89 mph and peaked at 91 mph.
For the Indians, Mathew DeLaVega (2014, Niles West HS, IL) went 2-2 with two doubles in the game. On the mound, JT Baksha (2014, Aurora Christian HS, IL) and Robbie Coggin (2015, Main South HS, IL) each pitched in the game. Both pitchers had impressive fastballs, with Baksha topping out at 87 mph, and Coggin peaking at 89 mph.
Heffner Scores Walkoff Run to BlueRocks' Victory
6/28/2014
(Alec Dopp) - Grand Slam Bluerocks defeated SF Huskies 18u by a 7-6 mark Saturday morning at Lassiter High School field, improving their record at the 2014 18u WWBA National Championship to 2-0-0. Doug McFarland (2014, Governor Mifflin HS, PA) and Zach Heffner (2014, Daniel Boone Area HS, PA) scored in the bottom of the sixth, sealing the comeback victory for Grand Slam.
Derrick Jackson (2014, Exeter Twp HS, PA) got the winning decision on the mound for the Bluerocks, logging three innings in which he allowed no hits or runs, walked two and struck out four. Jackson sat 81-84 MPH with his fastball and mixed in a 68-70 MPH curveball and 69 MPH changeup en route to producing five swinging strikes over 40 total pitches.
Jamie Galazin (2014, Notre Dame HS, PA), a St. John's commit, went 2-for-4 (both hits singles) a run batted in and one scored for Grand Slam. Samyr Santos (2015, West Broward HS, FL) produced a game-high three runs batted in for the Huskies on his way to a 2-for-2 batting line that included a double for his squad.
SEB 16U Black beat Lake Area Dodgers.
6/28/2014
CJ Smith (Home School, Royston, GA 2017) leads SEB 16U Black to 5-1 victory. He was hot at the plate today with racking up two RBIs on one hit. Also he homered in the fifth inning. Parker Murdle (Walled Lake, Western Novi, MI 2015) had two extra base hits for the Lake Area Dodgers. Parker went 2-2 for the game and had one RBI.
CJ Smith was also lights out the bump today for the SEB 16U Black. He shut down the Lake Area Dodgers while he was on the bump dealing. The Dodgers only managed three hits off of Smith. He did not allow an earned run, walked one, and struck out five during his five innings of work. Jack Corbell (Palm Beach Gardens, Palm Beach Gardens, FL 2014) was the other pitcher for the Lake Area Dodgers. He tossed 3.1 innings worth while giving up four hits, two runs, walking two, striking out one and one home run. Smith fastball range for the game 81-85 mph. Corbell fastball range for the game was 80-82 mph.
Blue Rays defeat Georgia Aces 7-1
6/28/2014
The GBSA Blue Rays defeated the Georgia Aces 7-1, behind strong pitching.
Jared McKay (2014, Chamblee Charter, GA) pitched a complete game for the Blue Rays, giving up no earned runs and just one hit, and struck out eight in the game. He had a fastball that averaged 81-84 mph and topped out at 87 mph, while also mixing in a handful of off-speed pitches.
At the plate, Tekwaan Whyte (2015, Stephenson HS, GA) and Keishaun Clark (2015, Columbia HS, GA) contributed to the offensive end with a double a piece.
For the Aces, Andrew Eiswerth (2016, North Cobb HS, GA) went 1-2 at the plate, with a double and one run scored. Mathew Facciponti (2016, North Paulding HS, GA) made an appearance on the mound, and had a fastball that topped out at 82 mph.
Tambasco Goes Distance in Select's Victory
6/28/2014
(Alec Dopp) - Suncoast Select defeated East Cobb Bulldogs 18u by a slim 3-2 mark Saturday morning at Kell High School field, running its record at the 2014 18u WWBA National Championship to 2-0-0 while dropping East Cobb to 0-1-1 at the event.
Vito Tambasco (2015, Nature Coast Technical HS, FL) receieved the winning decision as Suncoast's starting pitcher, logging seven full innings of two-run baseball in which he conceded three hits and two walks with four strikeouts. Tambasco sat 82-85 MPH and was aggressive with his fastball and maintained arm speed with throwing his 71-72 MPH changeup. His 75-77 MPH curveball showed 11/5 break in the outing.
Zack Howard (2014, Sunlake HS, FL) went 2-for-3 with a double and run scored in the game for Select, while Tambasco chipped in with an idential batting line, scoring a run of his own from the No. 5 spot in Suncoast's order.
Mavericks beat Naturals Florida.
6/28/2014
No-hitter leads Mavericks Scout Team' 15 past Naturals Florida. Bret Huebner's (Cretin Derham Hall, Andover, MN 2015) hitting led the offense today for Mavericks Scout Team. He went 3-4 and scored two runs with a double in the fifth inning and single in the third and sixth innings.
Twenty-one batters could not locate Jacob Childress (Ninty Six, Greenwood, SC 2015) as he threw no-hitter today for the Mavericks Scout Team' 15. He struck out eight batters and walked none during his no-hitter. George Washington (Fort Pierce Central, Port St. Lucie, FL 2013) was the game's losing pitcher. He lasted just 3 1/3 innings, walked none, struck out one, and allowed five runs. Childress fastball range for the game was 81-85 mph. Washington fastball range for the game was 77-81 mph.
Pitching Carries Mavericks to 4-0 Win
6/28/2014
The Upstate Mavericks defeated OC Xtreme Baseball Academy, 4-0, behind good pitching.
Daniel Johnson (2014, Mauldin HS, SC) a Charleston Southern commit, pitched 6.2 innings for the Mavericks, giving up six hits, and no earned runs, and struck out six in the game. He showed control on both sides of the plate, and threw strikes well. He had a fastball that peaked at 84 mph, and mixed in a handful of curveballs and changeups as his off-speed pitches.
At the plate, Dominick Cammarata (2014, T.C. Roberson HS, NC) a Tennessee commit, went 1-3 with a homerun, one run scored and one RBI. Connor Lind (2014, T.C. Roberson HS, NC) a Northwestern commit, went a perfect 2-2 with a double, one run scored, and one RBI.
For Xtreme, Parker Cross (2014, Capistrano Vly Christian, CA) a UC Irvine commit, went 1-3 with a stolen base. Nathan Wiley (2015, Rancho Bernardo HS, CA) also went 1-3 in the game.
Roadrunners look good
6/28/2014
The Georgia Roadrunners 17u pitched well en route to a 4-0 victory over the Gameface Elite 17u. Three Roadrunners pitchers combined for a 3-hit shutout. Blakely Brown (2015, Statesboro), a University of Georgia commit, was very effective in his two innings of work. He sat 86-88 mph, while touching 89 mph.
Seth Beer (2016, Lambert) led the offense for the Roadrunners. He went a perfect 3-3 with 2 RBI and 2 runs scored. Brandt Stallings (2015, Kings Ridge Christian), a Georgia Tech commit, also added 2 hits, an RBI, and a run scored.
Midland Redskins beat Team Elite Grey
6/28/2014
Andrew Papp (2015, Leesville Road, NC) throws no-hitter as the Midland Redskins defeat Team Elite Grey 12-0 victory. Jeren Kendall (Holmen, Holmen, WI 2014, Vanderbilt) racked up four RBIs on one hit for the Midland Redskins. He went 1-1 for the game with scoring three runs. Midland Redskins as a team today had twelve runs scored with ten hits.
Papp had an awesome day on the mound today as he pitched a no-hitter. No Team Elite Grey batter was able to locate Papp's pitches during the game. He threw no-hitter, striking out four and walking one. Nicholas Storz (Poly Prep County Day, Brooklyn, NY 2017) lasted just two innings on the hill for Team Elite Grey before being taken out. He surrendered six hits and eight runs. Papp's fastball range for the game was 84-88 mph. Storz fastball range for the game was 86-91 mph.
Bears Cruise to Easy Victory 12-2
6/28/2014
The McDonalds Bears made the most of just five hits, as they went on to defeat AP Baseball, 12-2, in five innings.
Brian Fairbanks (2016, Catholic HS, LA) went 1-2 at the plate, with a double, one run scored, one stolen base, and three RBIs. Josh Smith (2016, Catholic HS, LA) a Louisiana State commit, also went 1-2 in the game, with three runs scored, two stolen bases, and one RBI. Ross Massey (2015, Catholic HS, LA) went 1-2 with one run scored, two stolen bases, and one RBI. Ryan Mcgoven (2015, Catholic HS, LA) pitched four innings of work, giving up just two hits, and struck out three. He threw strikes well, and had a fastball that reached up to 83 mph, and mixed in a few off-speed pitches.
For AP, Baumann and Medina each contributed on the offensive end with a double a piece. Medina finished with two RBIs in the game. On the mound, Luke Christy pitched 3.2 innings, and had an impressive fastball that topped out at 84 mph.
Tigers Sports Club Select coast
6/28/2014
The Tigers Sports Club Select looked impressive in their 9-3 victory over the Orlando Baseball Academy 2015.
Dion Austrie (2014, Fox Lane), Mark Shkrelja (2014, Fox Lane), and Jayson Gray (2013, New Rochelle) led the offense for Tigers Sports. Each collected 2 hits and they combined for 2 RBI and 6 RBI. Anthony Shrelja (2014, Fox Lane) also added a hit and 2 RBI.
Hunter Rotarius (2015, Apopka) led the offense for Orlando. He 2-3 with a run scored.
Rawlings looks impressive
6/28/2014
The Rawlings Patriots looked very good in their 6-1 victory over the CageRat Baseball Grey. Austin Davis (2015, Klein) was dominant on the mound for Rawlings. He went all seven innings, allowing five hits and no earned runs, while striking out seven.
Hunter Hall (2016, Atascocita) led the offense for the Patriots. He went 2-3 with 2 RBI and a run scored. Alexander Klitsas (2016, Klein) also had a hit, 2 RBI, and a run scored.
Riverbats defeat Centerfield Baseball 8-5
6/28/2014
The Cincinnati Riverbats National Team defeated Centerfield Baseball Academy 8-5.
Leadoff hitter Drew Dietz (2014, Ross HS, OH) went 2-4 with two runs scored, a stolen base, and one RBI in the game. Joseph Warman (2014, Ross HS, OH) went 2-3 at the plate. Dylan Aynes (2014, Ross HS, OH) went 1-2 with one run scored. Bubba Cantrell (2014, Tecumseh HS, OH) pitched 5.1 innings of work giving up no earned runs, five hits, and struck out three. He had a fastball that averaged 76-79 mph and topped out at 82 mph. Eric Schrand (2014, La Salle HS, OH) also made an appearance on the mound, going 1.2 innings, and displayed a fastball that topped out at 84 mph.
For Centerfield Baseball, Anthony Marino (2016, Newnan HS, GA) went 3-4 in the game, with one run scored and one RBI.
So Cal beat Kalamazoo Maroons.
6/28/2014
Octavio Arroyo (San Ysidro, San Diego, CA 2015) helps So Cal SKLZ/TROSKY down Kalamazoo Maroon Prospect Team 17U 5-2 victory. Arroyo collected three hits to help the So Cal SKLZ/TROSKY seal the victory. He singled in the first inning and third innings and tripled in the sixth inning. Austin Krzeminski (Coldwater, Kalmazoo, MI 2015) racked up two RBIs on two hits for Kalamazoo Maroons Prospect Team 17U. He singled in the second inning and doubled in the fourth inning.
Herman Alvarado (Montgomery, San Diego, CA 2015) recorded the win for So Cal SKLZ/TROSKY. He allowed two runs over four innings. Alvarado struck out three, walked none and gave up six hits. Evan Koning (Mattawan, Kalamazoo, MI 2015) took the loss for Kalamazoo Maroons Prospects Team 17U. He lasted just three innings, walked two, struck out three and allowed one run. Alvarado fastball range for the day was 78-81 mph.
Watkins' Arm Helps Astros Topple Warriors 9-1
6/28/2014
(Alec Dopp) - East Cobb Astros 18u defeated Jacksonville Warriors 18u by a convincing 9-1 score Saturday morning at East Cobb Complex Field 3, improving its record at the 2014 18u WWBA National Championship to 1-1-0.
Alex Watkins (2014, Albertville HS, AL) got the winning decision as East Cobb's starting pitcher, logging six shutout innings in which he conceded five hits (all singles) and no walks along with four strikeouts. Watkins, a 6-foot-5 southpaw, touched 83 MPH with his armside run fastball and sat 69-71 with his 10/4 breaking curveball.
Griffin Helms (2014, Norcross HS, GA), a Kennesaw State commit, doubled on his way to a 2-for-4 performance at the dish with two runs scored and a pair of runners batted in. Leadoff hitter Alonzo Jones (2015, Columbus HS, GA), a Vanderbilt recruit, stole two bases and walked twice as East Cobb's leadoff hitter.
Florida Burn have the edge
6/28/2014
The Florida Burn 18u Navy looked good in their 6-2 win over the Houston Banditos (Rodriguez). Tyson Albert (2013, Venice Senior) was impressive in the start on the mound for the Burn. He went 5.2 innings allowing just 4 hits and no earned runs, while striking out 4.
Ishmael Pray (2015, Lakeland Senior) led the offensive attack for the Burn. He went a perfect 3-3 with an RBI and a run scored.
Austin Marshall (2015, Kountze) and Ryan Hoffart (2015, Magnolia) each collected two hits and a run scored for Houston.
Glad's No-Hitter leads Sandlot to 4-0 Win
6/28/2014
Sandlot road the arm of Houston Glad (2014, Tahlequah HS, OK) as they went on to defeat Mizuno Team GA Baseball Academy 17U Red, 4-0. Glad pitched a complete game, striking out five, and allowed just one walk in the ball game.
Glad did a good job keeping the hitters off balance, and had a fastball that topped out at 85 mph. At the plate, Luke Preaus (2014, Metro Christian Academy, OK) went 1-3 with a double, and one run scored. Conner Crutchfield (2014, Collinsville HS, OK) went 1-1 with a double, one run scored, and one RBI. Glad also contributed with a double as well.
For Mizuno, Max Bening (2015, North Forsyth HS, GA) also pitched a complete game, giving up the four earned runs, and struck out two in the game.
Flaherty's Bat Helps Stars Defeat Hawks 6-3
6/28/2014
(Alec Dopp) - DeMarini Stars 18u defeated USA Hawks by a 6-3 mark Friday morning at East Cobb Complex Field 2, improving its record at the 2014 18u WWBA National Championship to 2-0-0 while dropping the Hawks to 0-2-0 at the event.
Josh Flaherty (2015, Battlefield HS, VA) led the offensive charge for DeMarini, going 2-for-3 with a double, one run batted in and a run scored from the No. 3 spot in the order. Mike Sciorra (2014, Chantilly HS, VA), a James Madison commit, chipped in with a two-bagger on his way to a 2-for-3 batting line that included one run scored.
MVP Baseball tops Jayhawks 3-2
6/28/2014
MVP Baseball Blue tops Denny Pritchett Jayhawks 17U, 3-2, thanks to two late runs in the top of the seventh inning.
Mike Chiovitti (2015, Holy Cross HS, CT) went 1-3 at the plate for MVP. Seth Hoagand (2014, Waterford HS, CT) went 1-3. Camden Lawhead (2015, Chatfield HS, CT) went 1-2 in the game. On the mound, Brad Bonnenfant (2014, Sutter HS, CA) a Sacramento State commit, pitched a complete game, giving up one earned run on five hits, and recorded 13 strikeouts in the game. He showed good command with both his fastball and his curveball. His fastball topped out at 86 mph.
For the Jayhawks, Logan Leiblie (2015, West Forsyth HS, GA) went 1-3 with one run scored and one RBI. Matt Walters (2015, Pinecrest Academy, GA) also went 1-3 with one RBI in the game. Leiblie also pitch six innings of work, giving up the three earned runs on just four hits.
Five-Run fifth lifts Orioles to Victory
6/28/2014
The Clarksville Orioles Black defeated the Northeast Baseball Lookouts in a back-and-forth game, 7-6.
Kyle Heggie (2015, Dickson County HS, TN) led the way for the Orioles, going a perfect 3-3 at the plate, with two runs scored and one RBI. Jo Jo Allen (2016, Kenwood HS, TN) also went a perfect 2-2 with two runs scored and one stolen base. Clayton Caskey (2014, Northeast HS, TN) went 1-2 with one run scored and one RBI.
For the Lookouts, Johnathan Martin (2015, Middleton HS, MA) went 3-3 with three doubles, one run scored, and three RBIs. Ryan McDermott (2016, Worcester Academy, MA) went 2-2 with one run scored and two RBIs. Derek Hudson (2015, Alvirne HS, MA) pitched 3.1 innings of work, striking out two, and had a fastball that topped out at 80 mph.
Baker Shows Projectable Arsenal in Banditos Win
6/28/2014
(Alec Dopp) - Georgia Banditos defeated AP Baseball by a convincing 15-0 score Saturday morning at Woodland High School field, going 11-for-19 as a unit while holding AP to one hit over three innings of play en route to the mercy rule victory. The win improved Georgia's record at the 2014 18u WWBA National Championship to 2-0-0.
Jordan Baker (2014, Marist HS, GA) received the winning decision on the mound as Georgia's starting pitcher, logging all three of his team's innings in which he allowed one hit, one walk while punching out four batters. Baker, a 6-foot-2 right hander, pumped his fastball up to 87 MPH (84-86 sitting velo) in the outing from a 3/4 slot, including a 73-75 MPH slider and 74-76 MPH changeup that helped him accrue 10 swinging strikes over 56 total pitches in the outing. His delivery was balanced and online with easy arm action, giving reason to believe his stuff projects well to the next level.
Nolan Greckel (2014, North Cobb HS, GA) led the offensive charge behind Georgia's victory, going 1-for-2 (both quality at bats) with a triple, three runs batted in, two runs scored and a walk. T.J. Waterbore (2014, Cherokee HS, GA) chipped in with four runs batted in from the No. 4 spot in the order on his way to a 2-for-3 (both hits singles) batting line that included a triple for the Banditos.
Lakeland Legends win
6/28/2014
The Lakeland Legends of the Batters Box 17u put together some big innings in their 10-3 win over the Bullpen Braves 17u. Luis Guerrero (2016, Kathleen Senior) led the charge offensively for Lakeland. He went a perfect 3-3 with 3 runs scored. Trevin Pruitt (2016, George W. Jenkins) also was perfect at the plate. He went 2-2 with 2 RBI and 2 runs scored. Matt Wight (2015, Lake Gibson Senior) also collected 2 hits and added a run scored.
Justin Couch (2014, Union Grove) led the offense for the Braves. He went 2-3 with 3 RBI. Kevin Madonna (2015, Union Grove) also picked up 2 hits.
Teams play to tie
6/28/2014
The 212 Foundation Sports A's 17's scored 4 runs in the bottom of the fifth inning en route to a 4-4 tie with the Prospects National Team. Henry Hausman (2014, Ray), a Cisco Junior College commit, David Riojas (2015, Jack C. Hays), and John Pineda (2014, Carroll) led the offense for Prospects National Team. Each collected 2 hits, while Riojas added an RBI and a run scored.
Jabari Richards (2015, Whitewater) led the offense for 212 Foundations Sports. He went 1-2 with 2 RBI.
Team Elite Black comes out victorious
6/28/2014
Team Elite Black scored early and often en route to a 15-7 win over the Hitmen Elite. Jonathan Ernst (2015, Grayson) had a huge day offensively for Team Elite. He went 4-5 with 2 RBI and a run scored. Tyler Murphy (2015, Peachtree Ridge) also had a solid day. He went 2-3 with 2 runs scored.
Brodie Kitson (2016, Middleborough) led the offense for Hitmen. He went a perfect 2-2 with an RBI and a run scored.
NBS Hold On To Early Lead and Win 3-1
6/27/2014
Nelson Baseball School 18s defeated Team Alabama 3-1 in seven innings.
The Kennesaw State commit, William Campbell (2014, Woodstock, GA), gained the lead for NBS with a two RBI double in the first inning. Tyler Minkkinen (2014, Atlanta, GA) and Henry Rowling (2014, Marietta, GA) each added on two singles for the team, and Minkkinen added a RBI and a run. Bryan Quillens (2014, Madleton, GA) and Mark David Smith (2014, Ranburne, AL) contributed a single and a run in the game.
The Penn State commit, Ryley Gilliam (2015, Kennesaw, GA), was the talk of the game by dominating Team Alabama while he was on the mound. He only let three hits fall with a run score that was unearned. He did not walk a single batter and struck out 16 batters of the 21 total outs for Nelson Baseball School. He showed a dominating mound presence with a good extension out front while staying tall on his backside. He showed arm side run on his fastball with a late breaking curve ball. He also flashed a good straight change up while minting arm speed to keep batters off balance. He showed his fastball to be his out pitch with good command on the pitch while touching 93 mph with his fastball. He ranged from 87 to 89 mph and used his curveball that topped out at 81 mph.
Tyler White (2015, Helena, AL) scored the only run for Team Alabama off his triple in the seventh inning. Seth Richardson (2015, Decatur, AL) tried to compete with Gilliam by going 5.2 innings. He let eight hits fall with three runs. He did not walk a batter and struck out six opponents on his 80 mph fastball.
6/27/2014
Prospects Baseball and North Alabama Vipers end the seven inning game at a 1-1 tie.
Garrett Potts (2015, Canton, GA) showed to be a great lead off batter for the Prospects by going 3-4 with three singles and a run. Sam McWhorter (2015, Johns Creek, GA) and Clay Moody (2015, Canton, GA) each collected a hit in the game. Nik Verbeke (2014, Cumming, GA) took the mound and went the complete game going 6.2 innings. He scattered six hits with only one earned run. He struck out three batters with his 85 mph fastball.
Blake Shunk (2013, Brentwood, TN) led the Vipers going 2-3 with two singles in the game. Brad Norman (2016, Cullman, AL) collected the only RBI off a single that scored Matt Sanders (2014, Madison, AL) in the sixth inning. Jordan Guthrie (2013, Cullman, AL) went the seven innings by scattering eight hits and only one run. He struck out eight batters while running the gun up to 83 mph.
Errors Comeback to Hurt Warducks
6/27/2014
The GBSA Cardinals defeated Midwest Warducks 3-1 in seven innings.
Omari Harris (2015, Ellenwood, GA) led the surge for the Cardinals finishing perfect 2-2 with two singles. Deion Sellers (2014, Ellenwood, GA), Malik Martin (2014, Tucker, GA), and Harrison Moore (2014, Stone Mountain, GA) scored the three runs for the GBSA Cardinals. Kelvin Wimbish (2014, Ellewood, GA) collected the only extra base hit with a double.
Corderias Dorsey (2014, Decatur, GA) took the mound by going all seven innings. He let three hits fall with one run score that was unearned. He walked three batters and struck out 11 opponents. He showed good command and control of both sides of the plate. He has a smooth delivery while hiding the ball well. He flashes a good curve ball that comes out of the over the top arm angle. He ran his fastball up to 86 mph on the gun.
Ryan Skalnik (2014, Owasso, OK) and AJ Austin (2014, Collinsville, OK) tried to spark a comeback for the Warducks by each collecting a double for the team. Kealin Smith (2014, Joplin, MO) took the mound for the Warducks in the beginning. He went 1.2 innings without giving up a hit or a run. He only walked one batter and struck out three. He has a deceptive delivery with a long and quick arm action. He ran the gun up to 84 mph with his fastball.
Three Run First Inning Enough for Bluerocks
6/27/2014
Grand Slam Bluerock defeated the East Cobb Yankees 3-1 in seven innings.
Franco Esposito (2014, Hamilton, NJ) led the surge for Grand Slam by roping two singles and driving in a RBI. Tyler Galazin (2015, Langhorne, NJ) contributed a RBI single for the team, and Connor Hinchliffe (2015, Pottsville, PA), Bo Rotett (2015, Tamaqua, PA), and Don Walsh (2014, Mercerville, NJ) helped with single and a run each.
John Catchmark (2-15, Mohnton, PA) took the mound the majority of the game for the Bluerocks. He went six solid innings allowing five hits and one run that was unearned. He struck out six batters with only two walks. He shows a good arm action while pitching downhill with a solid follow through. He has sound mechanics with a balanced delivery and good hip rotation. He ran the gun up to 88 mph with his fastball.
Mason Ward (2013, Canton, GA) tried to get a spark for the Yankees. He roped two single finishing 2-3. Matt Mixon (2014, Acworth, GA) also collected the only extra base hit with a double and counted for the only run in the game. Ward also pitched going four strong innings. He scattered three hits without a run to give up. He struck out five opponents while touching 87 mph with his fastball. He has a heavy and arm side run on his fastball. He competes on the mound while working fast and attacking hitters.
Diaz-Santa Impresses as Elev8 Downs Mizuno
6/29/2014
(Alec Dopp) - Elev8 18u defeated Mizuno Team GA Baseball Academy 17u Red by an 8-3 score Saturday morning at Pinecrest Academy field, running its record at the 2014 18u WWBA National Championship to 2-0-0.
David Ortego (2015, The Woodlands HS, TX) received the winning decision on the mound as Elev8's starting pitcher, logging three innings in which he allowed one earned run home on two hits and three walks. Ortego, a 6-foot-3 right hander, struck out four in the outing, running his fastball up to 84 MPH with a 12/6 breaking curveball in the 71-73 MPH range.
Luis Diaz-Santa (2015, Elev8 Sports Institute, PR) went 2-for-3 (both hits singles) in his team's victory, driving in two runs, scoring twice and stealing one base thanks to a short, compact swing, good bat speed and an overall polished approach at the plate with potential to be a leadoff type down the road.
Eastman no-hits GBSA Blue Rays 4-0, K's 11
6/27/2014
It was the Colton Eastman (2015, Central HS, CA) show in this contest with Eastman no-hitting GBSA Blue Rays for San Diego Show, striking out 11 batters with no walks allowed in the 4-0 win.
Eastman also threw a wild pitch and only three batters reached first base, all on errors. He overpowered hitters with an 83-90 mph fastball, peaking at 91 mph with a 72-76 mph curve, 74-79 mph slider and 72-79 mph change up.
Lane O'Dea (2014, Horizon Christian Academy, CA) roped a double for the Show, later coming around to score. Dillon Paulson (2015, Santa Fe Christian Schools, CA), Austin Bernard (2014, Valley Center HS, CA), and Cheynne Giles (2014, Westview HS, CA) all had a pair of walks, with Paulson coming in to score. Bernard is a Pepperdine commit. David Hensley (2014, Patrick Henry HS, CA) singled and walked, stealing a base and scoring once. Oregon State commit Steven Kwan (2015, Washington HS, CA) and Carlos Mosely (2015, Elk Grove HS, CA) were each credited with an RBI with Kwan hitting a sac fly and Mosely knocking one in with a single.
Jared McKay (2014, Chamblee Charter HS, GA) reached on an error twice in the game, getting picked off once, and Cody Miller (2015, John Milledge Academy, GA) also reached on an error. Tekwaan Whyte (2015, Stephenson HS, GA) did not have impressive results, but showed good stuff on the mound with a 82-89 mph fastball, 80-83 mph cutter, 71-76 mph hook, 75-78 mph change up and a 78-79 mph slider. He did strike out eight in 5.1 frames but also walked five and gave up three hits and two runs.
Team Elite 18U blank Maroons in 10-0 shut out
6/27/2014
Team Elite 18U scored five runs in the first two innings of the game, jumping to a 10-0 lead they would not relinquish as they overpowered Kalamazoo Maroons Prospect Team 17U.
Ethan Garner (2015, Jefferson HS, GA) got the start for Team Elite and tossed three scoreless frames, allowing one hit and no walks with four punch outs. He threw a 83-85 mph fastball from a high 3/4 arm angle with a 73-76 mph 12/6 hook and 77-79 mph change up. Garner showed a smooth, online delivery with good hip rotation, good extension out front, and a good follow through. Jonathan White (2015, Brookwood HS, GA) struck out one in two perfect innings of relief, sitting 78-81 mph with his fastball and 62-65 with his curve.
Chattahoochee Valley CC commit Brandon Frazier (2014, Oconee County HS, GA) launched a three run bomb and walked, with Nick Guimbarda (2015, Lambert HS, GA) pitching in a double and single with two RBI, a stolen base, walk and a run scored. North Georgia College & State commit Stephen Tomlinson (2014, Peachtree Ridge HS, GA) also doubled and singled, coming around to score once. Miles Fore (2014, Redan HS, GA), a Pensacola State commit, knocked a pair of singles and scored both times, driving in one.
Mitchell VanSchoick (2015, Vicksburg HS, MI) was the only Maroon to reach base, hitting a single. Ashton Holdridge (2015, Watervliet Senior HS, MI) threw 2.1 scoreless innings, allowing just a hit with two punch outs, hitting 86 mph on the gun with his heater while sitting 82-86 mph with a 70-73 mph curve from a high 3/4 arm angle.
Lowcountry Lightning no-hit SBO-Florida in 6-2 W
6/27/2014
A trio of pitchers for Lowcountry Lightning Baseball combined to no-hit SBO-Florida, winning 6-2.
Barrett Walton (2014, Wando HS, SC) threw three of the six frames, striking out four with just one walk allowed. The South Carolina - Salkehatchie commit's heater sat in the 79-83 mph range with a 64-71 mph curve to keep hitters off balance. Andrew Lee (2014, Wando HS, SC) took care of two innings, allowing both runs which were unearned on two walks and a balk, striking out two. Lee's fastball touched 85 mph with a 71-74 mph hook. Tommy King (2015, Manning HS, SC) struck out two and walked one in his inning of work, hitting 86 mph on the gun with his fastball and also showing a 69-73 mph curve.
Daniel Propp (2015, Langley HS, VA) doubled in two, walked, and scored once. Mark Evans (2014, Wando HS, SC) also plated a pair with a double and came around to score. Neal Tolbert (2014, First Presbyterian Day HS, GA) also doubled and brought in one, his only hit in the game. Troy Rosado (2014, Wando HS, SC) singled and walked, scoring once with two stolen bases.
Gerald Collazo (2014, Coral Glades HS, PR) worked a pair of walks and stole a bag for SBO-Florida, but he was stranded on base each time. Olmo Keith (2015, Puerto Rico HS, PR) walked and stole two bases, and Ulises Calderon (2015, Zion Lutheran Christian, FL) reached base twice, once on a walk and once on an error, coming around to score once. Abdiel Rivera (2015, Coral Glades HS, PR) scored the other run for SBO, reaching on an error.
Alabama State commit Kevin Lara (2014, International Baseball Academy, PR) only threw 0.2 innings of relief, allowing an unearned run on two hits and a walk, but he did touch 85 mph on the gun with his fastball, sitting 75-85 mph with a 73 mph change up. Miguel Lopez (2014, Coral Glades HS, PR) only allowed one hit in four innings, striking out six with two runs and three walks allowed. Lopez's heater sat 72-81 mph with a 64-70 mph hook and 70 mph change up.
Columbus scores 9 in the 4th en route to 14-2 W
6/27/2014
Columbus Web Ball was entirely too much for Prospect Scout Team to handle, using six well placed base hits in combination with eight walks and four errors to score 14 runs, winning by two touchdowns and a couple of missed extra points.
Danny Casals (2015, Christopher Columbus HS, FL) brought home three for Columbus with a triple, walk, stolen base and run scored. Jackie Urbaez (2015, Christopher Columbus HS, FL) singled two times, driving home a pair with a run scored and was hit by a pitch. Michael Navarette (2016, Christopher Columbus HS, FL) singled and drove in two, also getting hit with a pitch and scoring twice. Hernan Sardinas (2016, Calusa Preparatory, FL) scored twice, singling and getting hit by a pitch with a stolen base.
Andres Arguelles (2016, Christopher Columbus HS, FL) struck out four in two frames, allowing just one hit and touching 80 mph on the radar gun with his fastball. He also worked a 64-66 mph curve and 73 mph change up into the fray. Eddy Amaro (2016, Christopher Columbus HS, FL) threw two innings, allowing two unearned runs on two hits and a walk, striking out a pair. He worked his heater in the 75-79 mph range, topping out at 81 mph with a 60-64 mph hook.
John Williams (2015, St. Francis De Sales HS, OH) and Joseph Schweitzer (2016, Troy HS, MI) both singled with Williams driving in one while Sam Stickles (2018, Middle School, Toledo, OH) stole a base and scored one.
Next Level Upperclass demolishes Padres 20-2
6/27/2014
The offensive barrage from the barrels of Next Level Upperclass resulted in 20 runs scored while the pitching limited East Cobb Padres-Navy to just two runs and one hit.
Jared Barnes (2014, North Florida Christian, FL) and Chipola College commit Jay Estes (2014, Wakulla HS, FL) were instrumental in the outburst, both driving in four runs with three hits a piece. Barnes, a South Alabama commit, went yard twice, singled and scored three runs wile Estes hit one out, doubled, singled, and walked twice with three runs scored. Andrew Williamson (2015, Trinity Christian Academy, FL) also took the Padres deep, adding a double and a walk with three runs scored and three RBI's. Tramayne Holmes (2014, James Rickards HS, FL) stole two bases, singled twice, scored twice and drove in one.
Trevin Eubanks (2015, Niceville Senior HS, FL) did not allow a hit in three innings, striking out six but allowing two runs on three walks. His fastball sat 78-88 mph with a max velocity of 89 mph with a 68-72 mph curve mixed in. Scott Rearden (2014, Maclay HS, FL) struck out two in 1.2 innings, allowing a hit and uncorking a wild pitch. He was fastball only and touched 86 mph with the cheese, sitting 77-86 mph.
Adam Chisum (2016, North Paulding HS, GA) had the only hit for East Cobb Padres-Navy, hitting an RBI single that drove home Collin who reached via the walk. Courage also scored, walking twice to get on base.
Team Alabama trounces Atlanta Dodgers 11-3
6/27/2014
Team Alabama - Johnson scored a run in every inning, rapping out eight hits and working seven walks in their 11-3 win over the Atlanta Dodgers.
Jason Agsalud (2015, Hoover HS, AL) doubled twice for Team Alabama, driving in two with a run scored. Keegan Morrow (2016, Hewitt-Trussville HS, AL) singled twice and also walked, scoring all three times on base. Reid Gardner (2015, Pelham HS, AL) doubled, walked, and stole a base, scoring once and driving in one. Boomer Murchison reached base all four times up, walking three times with two runs scored, a stolen base, and a single. Luke Hartman scored twice with a walk and a single, driving in one and also reaching on an error.
Zack Ingram (2016, Vestivia Hills HS, AL) took care of the pitching, throwing five innings with three strike outs and three runs allowed on five hits and a walk. He wasn't overwhelming with his fastball, sitting 76-80 mph with a top speed of 82 mph and three offspeed pitches. A 65-70 mph curve was his go-to breaking ball, also throwing a 67-70 mph slider and 70-71 mph change up.
The Atlanta Dodgers received an RBI double from Jason Davis (2014, Southwest Dekalb HS, GA) which would be his only hit of the game. Amir Smith (2015, Grady HS, GA) also had an RBI double, and Zakkee Freeman (2016, Southwest Dekalb HS, GA) singled and scored with a stolen base.
The results weren't quite there for Davis who started for the Dodgers. He did strike out seven in 3.1 innings and he also threw an 83-87 mph fastball that touched 88 mph. A 71-78 mph curve and 77-81 mph change rounded out his arsenal.
OC Xtreme holds off DoubleDay Rockies in 6-5 win
6/27/2014
A four run third inning gave OC Xtreme Baseball Academy a two run lead as they held on against DoubleDay Rockies 18U for a 6-5 win.
Jake Bradley (2015, St. Margaret's Episcopal, CA) pitched in two hits, knocking a double and a single while scoring twice. Brooks Duggan (2015, Capistrano Valley Christian, CA) and Logan Tomlinson also had multi-hit games with Duggan hitting two singles and Tomlinson walking twice and singling twice with an RBI. Seattle University commit Jack Reisinger (2014, San Juan Hills HS, CA) drove in two with a single and a walk on the day.
Chris Despars (2014, Capistrano Valley Christian, CA) threw two innings on the mound, striking out three with one unearned run allowed on one hit and one walk. He hit 87 mph on the gun with his fastball, sitting 84-86 mph with a 73-76 mph slider and 78 mph change up. Dylan Baird (2016, Capistrano Valley Christian, CA) touched 86 mph with his fastball and also threw a 66-67 mph 12/6 mph curve. He threw 2.1 innings, striking out five with no walks allowed.
DoubleDay Rockies 18U was led offensively by Alabama commit Alex Webb (2015, Columbia Central HS, TN) who launched a solo shot, adding a single and scoring twice. Georgia Highlands commit Garrett Rutledge (2014, Cartersville HS, GA) had an RBI single, and Stetson Scott (2015, Rabun County HS, GA) stole a base after reaching on a walk.
Jesse Rentz (2014, Rabun County HS, GA) threw 2.2 scoreless innings, striking out five while dancing around five walks and two hits. The Kennesaw State commit's fastball sat 80-86 mph with armside run, topping out at 87 mph with a 69-73 mph slider and 76 mph change up from a 3/4 arm angle.
Upstate Mavericks put up 13 runs in blow out
6/27/2014
The Upstate Mavericks reached base 18 times and crossed the dish 13 times in a blow out over Northeast Baseball Lookouts, 13-3.
A monster game from Conner Lind (2014, T C Roberson HS, NC) powered the Mavericks as he plated five on his own, launching a three run bomb in the fifth inning. The Northwestern commit added a double and single, scoring twice. Daniel Johnson (2014, Mauldin HS, SC), a Charleston Southern commit, roped a triple, driving in two with a run scored. Thatcher Coleman hit a double, walked twice, drove in one and scored once, also stealing a bag. Spartanburg Methodist College commit Dominique Jackson (2014, South Gwinnett HS, GA) singled and walked, stealing a base and coming around to score once.
Travis Moths (2014, William Blount HS, TN) struck out 10 in five innings, allowing three runs (two earned) on four hits and a walk. The Tennessee Tech commit showed good command of his 83-88 mph fastball, maxing out at 89 mph from a high 3/4 arm angle. His go-to offspeed pitch was a 73-76 mph 12/6 curve that he can command with good depth to it. A 77-78 mph change up rounded out his pitches. He's got a balanced, smooth, online delivery and he gets good extension out front, throwing easy.
Ben Johnston (2015, Avon Old Farms HS, MA) had a double for the Lookouts, also hitting a single, scoring once with one RBI. Nathan Taylor (2015, Lincoln HS, RI) reached on a single, stole a base and scored, and Jonathan Martin (2015, Littleton HS, MA) scored the other run, getting on base from a walk and a single.
Cougars win pitcher's duel 1-0 over Louisiana Utd.
6/27/2014
643 DP Cougars 18U scraped across a run in the third inning and made it hold up, shutting out Louisiana United 1-0 in an excellent pitcher's duel.
Rabon Martin (2014, North Cobb Christian, GA), a Darton College commit, was outstanding on the mound for the Cougars. He struck out nine batters over seven scoreless innings with out allowing a free pass. He scattered four hits using a heavy 83-86 mph fastball with life that peaked at 87 mph with either armside run or cut action. His go to breaking ball was a 63-67 mph curve with late 10/4 or 2/8 break and good depth. Martin also featured a 71-74 mph change up, all from a 3/4 arm angle and deceptive delivery. In his delivery he uses his lower half well and gets good hip rotation with effortless arm action, setting up hitters and changing speeds.
Chase Burks (2014, Walton HS, GA) knocked a single and scored the only run, with Erskine College commit Riley Howard (2014, Dominion Christian, GA) driving him in with a single. Presbyterian commit Tyler Prescott (2014, Johns Creek HS, GA) singled, JT Thomas (2014, Etowah HS, GA) worked a walk, and Berry College commit John Melson (2014, Lassiter HS, GA) singled, accounting for all the men who reached base for the Cougars.
Nick Lee (2015, South Beauregard HS, LA) pitched well in a losing effort, allowing just a run on three hits and a walk with five punch outs in six innings. His heat touched 93 mph, sitting 87-91 mph with life from a 3/4 arm angle. He threw a pair of breaking balls, favoring his 76-80 mph slider with tight rotation that he can throw to each side of the plate. A 75 mph curve rounded out his repertoire. Lee stays tall on his backside with sound mechanics and an online delivery with effortless arm action.
Four different players had base hits for Louisiana United, led by Joe Trahan (2014, Northside Christian, LA) who doubled but was stranded in scoring position. Josh Magee (2015, Franklinton HS, LA), Hunter Slater (2014, Bayside Academy, AL), and Zack Robichaux (2014, New Iberia Senior HS, LA) each singled and nobody passed second base. Slater has committed to play at Southern Miss.
So Cal NTT blows out Alabama Bandits 9-1
6/27/2014
So Cal NTT showed their muscle, racking up 10 hits and crossing the nine times in a trashing of the Alabama Bandits.
Cameron Bloebaum (2014, The Walker School, GA), a Central Alabama CC commit, was 3-3 in the contest, launching a two-run bomb in the fifth inning, a double in the fourth, and drove in three with two runs scored. Ranger College commit Chad Fleischman (2014, Cretin Derham Hall HS, MN) drove in two with a double and a single, and Jack Mattson (2015, Chanhassen HS, MN) brought one in with a triple, later coming in to score. Chandler Avant (2014, Pike Liberal Arts HS, AL) reached base three times with a pair of walks and a double, scoring once and driving in one. Avant is set to attend the University of Alabama. James Sfiligoj (2015, Western HS, CA) also had a double and an RBI, scoring once and also adding a single.
Mike McKenna (2014, Fernandina Beach HS, FL) handled all the pitching for So Cal, throwing five innings with one unearned run allowed on three hits and two walks, striking out seven and going home with the W. He threw is fastball in the 77-81 mph range, topping out at 82 mph from a high 3/4 arm angle with a 67-70 mph curve with 11/5 or 1/7 break. His delivery was smooth and online, getting good extension out front with a good follow through.
Rodney Anderson (2015, Spain Park HS, AL) knocked a double for the Bandits' only extra base hit, also scoring their only run. Julian Samaha (2015, Spain Park HS, AL) and Wes Holley (2015, Spain Park HS, AL) picked up the other two hits for the squad, and Billy Riley (2015, Spain Park HS, AL) worked the only two walks by a Bandits player.
Early Lead Enough For Chain Black
6/27/2014
Chain Black 18U scored all three of their runs in the first inning, leaning on their defense and pitching the rest of the way and being rewarded with the 3-0 win over the Marlins Scout Team. Chain Black had to make do with limited offense, knocking in only four hits and picking up only two walks, but were led to victory by Lincoln Hewett (2015, North Hall HS, GA). Hewett knocked in half of his team's hit, finishing the day 2-3 at the plate with a run scored.
Kameron Uter (2014, Pace Academy, GA) took home the win for Chain Black for his full game on the mound, allowing three hits and no runs while walking five and striking out nine. The Wake Forrest recruit showed good command and effortless arm action, moving fast to attack hitters with a fastball averaging 88 mph and topping out at 91 mph.
Oscar Arzaga (2015, Tijuana, Mexico) is credited with the loss for the Marlins for his two innings on the mound to start out the game. Arzaga allowed three hits and three runs, one earned, while walking two and striking out one with a fastball averaging 86 mph and topping out at 88 mph.
Show Blank Aces 7-0
6/27/2014
The San Diego Show smothered the Georgia Aces and their offense, allowing no runs and only one hit on the way to a 7-0 shutout win. Seven different players logged a hit for the Show and were led offensively by Lane O'Dea (2014, Horizon Christian Academy, CA) and Tim Susnara (2014, St. Francis HS, CA). O'Dea led the way with a 1-2 game at the plate with two runs scored, an RBI, a stolen base and a walk with Susnara, an Oregon recruit, adding in a 1-3 outing with a game-high two RBIs and a run scored. Andrew Giles (2015, Dominion Christian HS, GA) picked up the lone hit for the Aces, a single in the bottom of the first.
Matthew Rudick (2017, Scripps Ranch HS, CA) picked up the win for the Show for his five scoreless innings on the mound. Rudick allowed the sole hit while walking none and picking up seven strikeouts with a fastball averaging 75 mph and topping out at 80 mph, showing good command all around the plate with his pitches and a long, easy delivery.
Late Rally Gives Warriors 3-2 Win
6/27/2014
The Jacksonville Warriors 18U faced a 2-1 deficit going into the bottom of the final inning and responded with final inning rally to take back the lead and the win 3-2 over the Cincinnati Riverbats National Team. The Warriors had to fight an uphill battle following three fielding errors, but were able to overcome with an offense led by Jay Prather (2014, Providence Christian HS, FL) and his late-game heroics. Prather finished 1-3 with an RBI and a run scored with triple in the final inning to knock in the tying run and set up the winning run on third. Eric Schrand (2014, La Selle HS, OH) sparked the Riverbats' offense with a 2-3 game with a double and a run scored.
Cooper Wallace (2014, Bartram Trail HS, FL) took the win for the Warriors for his five innings on the mound to close out the game. Wallace allowed three hits and two runs, neither earned, while walking one and picking up 11 strikeouts.
Ryan Fox (2014, Centerville HS, OH) took the loss for the Riverbats for his full game on the mound, allowing six hits and three runs, two earned, while walking five and striking out six. Fox showed good command and mound presence with an ability to attack hitters and a good pick off move. The Dayton native used a four pitch rotation featuring a fastball averaging 84 mph and topping out at 88 mph.
Late Run Breaks Tie, Gives Indians Win
6/27/2014
In a game featuring back and forth offenses and scoring alike, the Illinois Indians were the last to score, needing one run in the bottom of the sixth to squeeze past the Centerfield Baseball Academy 5-4 despite being outhit 10-6. Robby Coggin (2015, Maine South, IL) sparked the Indian offense with a consistent bat and a 2-3 game at the plate. Centerfield got its power from duo Mackenzie Martin (2015, East Coweta HS, GA) and Richie Post (2016, Starrs Mill HS, GA). Martin led all batters with a 3-4 game at the plate, picking up three runs scored and a stolen base with a double and a triple as Post provided the power with a 2-3 game with two RBIs and a run scored.
Coggin took home the win for the Indians for his three innings on the mound to close out the game, allowing three hits and one earned run while walking none and striking out one.
Brock Barnfield (2015, Newnan HS, GA) is credited with the loss for Centerfield for his full game on the mound. Barnfield allowed six hits and five runs, one earned, while walking none and striking out two with a fastball averaging 72 mph and topping out at 79 mph.
MVP Offense Rolls For 7-2 Victory
6/27/2014
The MVP Baseball Blue offense put on a show, knocking in 12 hits and rolling to a 7-2 victory over the Rawlings Patriots. Ten different MVPs logged a hit while holding the Patriot offense to only three hits while being powered by Matthew Donovan (2015, Westlake Villiage HS, CA). Donovan went a perfect 2-2 at the plate with an RBI and a run scored as three of the MVPs hits went for extra bases.
Zach Mather (2015, Summit HS, TN) picked up the win for MVP, going the distance and tossing seven innings. Mather allowed three hits and two runs, both earned, while walking four and striking out six with a five-pitch rotation featuring a fastball averaging 79 mph and topping out at 80 mph.
Alexander Kiltsas (2016, Klein HS, TX) took the loss for the Patriots for his four and two thirds innings on the mound. Kiltsas allowed ten hits and four runs, all earned, while walking none and striking out one.
Stars take 3-0 Victory
6/27/2014
The Demarini Stars 18U held the Baseball Mentoring Program, Inc. scoreless and took the win 3-0. The Stars doubled the Program's hit total 6-3 and showed a balanced lineup, as each hit was logged by a different player. Andrew Kim (2015, Chantilly HS, VA) did the most with his one hit for the Stars, finishing 1-2 with an RBI and a run scored with a triple.
Matt Hogle (2015, Chantilly HS, VA) spend two innings on the mound for the Stars, holding the Program hitless while walking none and striking out two with a fastball averaging 80 mph and topping out at 83 mph to pick up the win.
Justin Tonge (2015, Vacaville HS, CA) took the loss for the Program for his four innings on the mound. Tonge allowed six hits and two runs, one earned, while walking none and striking out two.
SCORE International Powers to 9-3 Victory
6/27/2014
SCORE International faced a quick 3-1 deficit heading into the third and responded with a huge two-inning stretch, scoring three in the third and five in the fourth to cruise to a 9-3 win over the IYG Spiders in six innings. SCORE got a standout game from Michael Campoamor (2014, Wiregrass Ranch HS, FL) offensively, leading the team with a 2-4 game at the plate with six RBIs, two runs scored and a stolen base after a grand-slam home run in the fourth. A double from Bobby Salierno (2015, Stafford Sr. HS, VA) knocked in all three runs for the Spiders in the second, but it proved not enough.
Ryan Broaderick (2013, Keswick Christian HS, GA) took home the win for SCORE for his four and two thirds innings on the mound. The North Greenville recruit allowed two hits and three runs, all earned, while walking five and striking out ten with a fast, online delivery and a fastball averaging 76 mph and topping out at 79 mph.
Jake Ottinger (2015, Benedictine HS, VA) is credited with the loss for his two and a third innings on the mound, allowing two hits and four runs, three earned, while walking five and striking out four. Ottinger showed good lower half hip rotation and solid arm action with a fastball averaging 82 mph and topping out at 84 mph.
Perkins and Lomax Lead Indians to 8-4 Win
6/27/2014
The East Cobb Indians defeated the GBA Spiked 9 8-4 in seven innings.
Nate Lomax (2014, Roswell, GA) collected a pair of singles that drove in two RBIs and two runs while walking once. Greg Perkins (2015, Marietta, GA) cleared the bases with a triple for his only base hit on the day. Matt Washington (2014, Douglasville, GA), Matthew Jones (2014, Marietta, GA), Jordan McClure (2015, Marietta, GA) each tacked on a hit along with a RBI.
Hamtpon Clark (2015, Kennesaw, GA) led the Indians pitching staff with only allowing one hit and one run that was unearned. He only walked a pair of batters while striking out seven batters on his 84 mph fastball. He has an athletic frame. He showed he has a quick arm that can throw all pitches around the plate. He has an average curve that comes with a good hip rotation.
Jackson Meadors (2017, Carnesville, GA) tried to spark the GBA Spiked 9 with a pair of singles and run. Ryan Cassiday (2015, Maysville, GA) and Dylan Annis (2015, Dacula, GA) collected a RBI each for the team. Cameron Johnson (2014, Flowery Branch, GA) scored twice in the game.
Three Hits for Padres Give Five Run Win
6/27/2014
The East Cobb Padres 18's defeated the Orlando Baseball Academy 2014 5-0 in seven innings.
The Padres could only tack on three hits. Mathews came in the clutch with a solo homer in the game. Chris Turner () added another extra base hit with a double. Virgo, Brannon, and Nick DeSantis (2014, Woodstock, GA) each collected a RBI.
Jordan Lester (2013, Hiram, GA) took the mound and went the complete game. He only let three hits fall without a run to score. He struck out six batters without walking a single batter. He ran the gun up to 83 mph with his fastball.
The Orlando Baseball Academy could only added three hits by: Jeffrey Crisan (2014, Apopka, FL), Dylan Anseaume (2014, Orlando, FL), and Tyler Welden (2014, Chuluota, FL).
Aiden Shaughnessy (2014, Orlando, FL) competed against Lester by going six innings. He scattered three hits with four earned runs. He struck out seven opponents on his 83 mph fastball.
Huge First Inning Propels Elite to Win
6/27/2014
Team Elite Black did most of their scoring right out of the gate, dropping six runs on the scoreboard in the top of the first to take control of the game and cruise to an 8-3 victory over the Prospects National Team despite being outhit 7-8. The Elite were sparked offensively by Cale Gibson (2015, Ola HS, GA) and his 2-4 game at the plate. Gibson picked up two runs scored and an error as Jonathan Ernst (2015, Grayson HS, GA) knocked in three to finish with a 1-4 game at the plate with three RBIs and a run scored.
Tyler Hedden (2016, Landmark Christian HS, GA) picked up the win for the Elite for his three innings on the mound to start out the game. Hedden allowed three hits and one earned run while walking one and striking out two.
James Nittoli (2015, Alamo Heights HS, TX) tossed six and a third innings for the Prospects but took the loss for his efforts. Nittoli allowed seven hits and two runs, one earned, while walking two and striking out four with a fastball averaging 78 mph and topping out at 81 mph.
Rays and Suncoast Battle to 3-3 Tie
6/27/2014
The GBSA Blue Rays and Suncoast Mizuno battled to a 3-3 tie thanks to a late run from Suncoast to tie the game up in the bottom of the seventh. The Blue Rays outhit Suncoast 6-3 and were led offensively by Bakari Gayle (2015, Martin Luther King Jr. HS, GA). Gayle finished 2-3 at the plate with an RBI, a walk and a strikeout to help a surging defense that turned six double plays.
Mathew Parrill (2015, Braden River HS, FL) sparked the Suncoast offense with a 2-3 game in the batter's box while picking up an RBI and two innings on the mound, allowing one hit and no runs while walking two and striking out four.
Deonte Nicholson (2014, Pensacola HS, FL) led from the mound for the Blue Rays, tossing four and a third innings and allowing two hits and two runs, one earned, while walking three and striking out three with a fastball averaging 77 mph and topping out at 82 mph.
Team Alabama Pulls Away in Last Inning
6/27/2014
Team Alabama-Johnson defeated the Houston Banditos (Atkinson) 10-4 in seven innings.
Chase Martin (2015, Helena, AL) came in the clutch for Team Alabama by stroking three singles that drove in a pair of RBIs and run. Luke Hartman and Boomer Murchison each added a hit that drove in a RBI, and Murchinson's hit was a double while he scored twice in the game. Reid Gardner (2015, Helena, AL) added a single while scoring three times for his team. Alex Weeks (2015, Helena, AL) pitched two strong innings for Team Alabama. He let a lone hit fall without a run to score. He struck out two batters without a walk. He maxed out at 80 mph with his fastball.
Ryan Maybee (2015, Houston, TX) had a great day at the plate for the Houston Banditos by collecting a double and two singles and a RBI. Austin Cernosek (2015, Katy, TX) added a two RBI single, and David Molnar (2015, Katy, TX) helped with a RBI single too. Michael Hicks (2015, Katy, TX) started for the Banditos by going five strong innings. He let four hits fall with two runs to score with both being unearned. He struck out six batters without walking a single batter. He is an athletic and projectable pitcher that comes with a moth delivery with his fastball that tops out at 83 mph.
Early Lead Enough for Renegades Victory
6/27/2014
The ECB Renegades started fast, scoring five runs in the first inning, but were held scoreless the rest of the way by SEB 17U Black. The Renegades withstood the lack of offense and took the win 5-4 despite being outhit 10-5. Jackson Hesterlee (2015, Carrolton HS, GA) came up big for the Renegades with a three-run homer in the first to finish the game 1-3 with three RBIs and a run scored. Chandler Rogers (2015, Commerce HS, GA) led the potent SEB offense with a 2-4 game at the plate with an RBI, a stolen base and a run scored.
David Ehmen (2014, Northview HS, GA) took home the win for the Renegades for his six innings on the mound. The Wofford recruit allowed 10 hits and four runs, none earned, while walking none and striking out five with a four-pitch rotation featuring a fastball averaging 76 mph and topping out at 79 mph.
Micah Strickland (2015, North Hall HS, GA) is credited with the loss for SEB for his five innings on the mound. Strickland allowed three hits and four runs, two earned, while walking none, striking out four and allowing one homer with a fastball averaging 78 mph and topping out at 80 mph.
Blow Out for Breward Aces in 9-0 Victory
6/27/2014
The Brevard Aces 18U defeated the Naturals Florida 9-0 in five innings.
Michael Hall (2015, Rockledge, FL) led the surge for the Aces by collecting a pair of singles, a pair of RBIs and a run. Chris Matthias (2015, Merritt Island, FL) and Ryan Frost (2015, Merritt Island, FL) each tacked on a single with a RBI and a run. Sebastian Samuels (2016, Viera, FL) added a single with two runs scored. Vinny Capra (2014, Viera, FL) scored twice for the Aces.
The UCF commit, Samuel Crocker (2015, Merritt Island, FL), went the first two innings He let a pair of hits fall without a run to score. He struck out three batters with only one walk. He showed crafty pitches with his slider that showed a late break and good depth. His fastball maxed out at 86 mph. Jacob Burns (2014, Melbourne, FL) tossed the last three innings going perfect without a hit or a run allowed. He struck out two batters with a walk. He ran the gun up to 84 mph with his fastball.
Four Run Inning Rally Pushes Gold Glove to Win
6/27/2014
The Gold Glove Elite 18U defeated the Michigan Red Sox 5-1 in seven innings.
The Gold Glove Elite could only tally three hits in the game but only struck out five times and drew nine total walks. Colby Sweat (2014, Pace, FL) collected the only RBI with a single and a run, Myles York (2014, Spanish Fort, AL) stroked a triple where he scored twice in the game. Connor Crooke (2014, Gulf Breeze, FL) added the last hit for the team with two walks.
Jared Gonzalez (2014, Navarre, FL) took the mound for the team. He went the complete game by scattering seven hits with only one run. Gonzalez struck out eight batters with only a pair of walks. He ran the gun up to 83 mph. He displayed a long arm action with a deceptive delivery.
Justin Rothschild (2015, Bloomfield Hills, MI) tried to get a rally started for the Red Sox. He roped a pair of singles with a run. Eric Langford (2014, Southfield, MI) tacked on the only RBI off his single. Scott Stubenrauch (2015, Oxford, MI) collected the only extra base hit for his team with a double.
NOLA Monsters top East Coast Baseball 4-1
6/27/2014
Lock down pitching and a big offensive day from Parker Morris (2015, Northshore HS, LA) led NOLA Monsters Baseball to a 4-1 victory over East Coast Baseball Diamond.
Morris finished the game with a double and triple, scoring once with an RBI and two stolen bases. Tate Pepper (2016, Ocean Springs HS, MS) reached base twice, driving home one with a double and a single. Peyton Lacoste (2015, St. Paul's HS, LA) got on base every time up with a pair of singles and a walk, driving in one. Zach Tripp (2014, John Curtis Christian, LA) and Noel Cheneau (2014, Salmen HS, LA) each swiped a pair of bases with Cheneau reaching on a walk and scoring while Tripp reached on a walk and a single, also scoring once. ZJ Buster (2014, St. Paul's HS, LA), a Louisiana Tech commit, wreaked all sorts of havoc on the bases, stealing three after reaching on a walk and being hit by a pitch.
Tyler Pigott (2015, Doyle HS, LA) threw a complete 7-inning game for NOLA Monsters Baseball, striking out seven with two hits and four walks allowed while allowing just one unearned run. His fastball came in at 77-84 mph with a 64-72 mph curve mixed in.
Only Cody Mills (2015, Sipsey Valley HS, AL) and Austin Menard (2014, Tuscaloosa Academy, AL) had base hits for East Coast Baseball, with Mills roping a triple and scoring in the second inning and Menard poking a single.
Jake Cook (2015, Oxford HS, AL) struck out seven batters in 4.2 frames, but did get worked allowing all the opposing runs. His fastball sat 77-83 mph with a top speed of 89 mph. He also threw a 64-69 mph curve and 72-80 mph change up.
Marlins and Maroons finish knotted at 1
6/27/2014
The Kalamazoo Maroons and East Cobb Marlins each finished the game with just two hits and one run, concluding in a 1-1 tie.
Conner Glick (2014, Niles Senior HS, MI) picked up a double for the Kalamazoo Maroons for their only extra base knock, but was left stranded on the bases. Benny Clark (2013, Schoolcraft HS, MI) had the other hit, a single, and he also stole a base and scored the only run of the game. Jake Vander Wal (2015, Home School, Kalamazoo, MI) drove in Clark with a sac fly.
Mitchell Prestine-Dehn (2013, Niles Senior HS, MI) got the start for the Maroons, throwing four innings with one run allowed on a single hit and two walks with seven punch outs. He mixed a 79-82 mph fastball with a 66-70 mph curve that he showed confidence throwing. Blake Therrian (2015, Portage Northern HS, MI) followed suit with three scoreless innings, allowing only one hit with no walks and two strike outs. Therrian showed a 79-81 mph heater that touched 82 mph and a 67-71 mph curve and 75 mph change up.
Wesley Burgess (2014, Redan HS, GA) took the bump for the Marlins, throwing four frames with one unearned run allowed on two hits, a walk, hit by pitch and wild pitch with three strike outs. He ran his fastball up to 83 mph, sitting 80-83 mph, with a pair of offspeed pitches in a 68-73 mph hook and 71-77 mph change up. Russ McGlamry (2014, Sequoyah HS, GA) came on in relief and was perfect through three innings, striking out five with no walks, hits, or runs. McGlamry used a four pitch mix, throwing an 82-85 mph fastball with a 75-78 mph change up, 75-78 mph slider and a 73 mph curve ball.
Bradley Harmon (2015, Fayette County HS, GA) plated the only Marlins run, driving a double in the fourth inning to tie it up with Tyler Trahan (2013, Creekview HS, GA) coming in to score after reaching on a fielder's choice.
Elev8 Holds Off Sandlot for 4-3 Win
6/27/2014
Elev8 surrendered three runs in the seventh inning, but held on for a 4-3 win over Sandlot on Friday.
Luis Diaz-Santa (2015, Elev8 Sports Institute, PR) and Brian Nido (2015, Gulliver Schools, FL) each drove in two runs, accounting for the four Elev8 runs. Diaz-Santa and Alex Vazquez (2016, Elev8 Sports Institute, FL) each had two hits, as well. The four runs were scored by Kyle Luongo (2014, Elev8 Sports Institute, FL), Vazquez, Diaz-Santa, and Jorge Alfonso (2014, Palm Beach Central HS, FL).
Palm Beach State commit Nick Vespi (2014, Santaluces Community HS, FL) fired a complete game with eight strikeouts. He allowed one earned run, and his fastball reached 86 mph.
Garrett Hall (2014, Owasso HS, OK) drilled a home run, accounting for the sole Sandlot RBI. Conner Crutchfield (2014, Collinsville HS, OK), Paris Junior College commit Garrett Moon (2014, Rockwall HS, TX), and Hall scored the three runs in the losing effort for Sandlot.
Two Runs Enough for Prospect Scout Team
6/27/2014
Prospect Scout Team had ten hits, but recorded just two runs. It was enough for a 2-1 win over Georgia Aces on Friday at Perfect Game Park South.
The only run batted in from Prospect was from De’Nayus Johnson (2015, King HS, MI), who added a hit. The runs were scored by Liam McDonald (2018, Whitmer HS, OH) and Joseph Schweitzer (2016, Troy HS, MI), while Schweitzer and Steve Crawford (2015, Saline HS, MI) added two hits in the victory.
Crawford tossed a complete game for Prospect, striking out 14 hitters and walking eight. He allowed one run on four hits, and his fastball topped out at 82 mph.
The Aces’ offense was entirely provided by Kyle Pisanti (2015, North Paulding HS, GA) and Andrew Eiswerth (2016, North Cobb HS, GA). The two had two hits each, and Eiswerth scored the team’s lone run.
Jack Dupuy (2016, Walton HS, GA) also tossed a complete game, allowing just one earned run with four strikeouts. His fastball topped out at 76 mph.
SCORE International Holds On for Win
6/27/2014
SCORE International 18U scored two runs in the first inning, and never trailed in a 5-3 victory over SEB 17U/18U White.
Diamond Johnson (2014, Hillsborough HS, FL) had a home run and a double for SCORE, driving in three runs with two runs scored. Raudy Martinez (2015, Faith Baptist Christian School, FL) added a hit and two runs batted in, while Daniel Johnson (2014, Faith Baptist Christian School, FL) had two hits and a run scored. Other runs were scored by Luis Esteban (2014, Faith Baptist Christian School, FL) and Wade Weinburger (2014, Faith Baptist Christian School, FL).
Jose Monge (2014, Faith Baptist Christian School, FL) was the best pitcher for SCORE, working three innings and striking out four hitters. He allowed one earned run, and his fastball topped out at 85 mph.
Knights Explode for 17 Runs
6/27/2014
Knights Baseball 18U National churned out 17 runs on 12 hits, and prevailed, 17-3, over CageRat Baseball Grey on Friday.
Tennessee Tech commit Chase Chambers (2014, Farragut HS, TN) belted a grand slam for the Knights, accounting for his hit, run and four runs batted in. Tennessee Tech signee Alex Junior (2014, Goodpasture Christian School, TN) and Vanderbilt recruit Tristan Chari (2014, Montgomery Bell Academy, TN) drove in three runs each, while Tennessee Tech signee Tyler Brown (2014, Dyer County HS, TN) and Southern Illinois recruit Gregory Lambert (2014, Madison Academy, AL) drove in two each. Southern Illinois commit Chase Slone (2014, Siegel HS, TN) had three hits, and Junior led the Knights will four runs scored. Kyle Conger (2014, Brentwood Academy, TN) added three runs scored.
Shane Priest (2014, Indian Rocks Christian School, FL) tossed a complete game, striking out eight hitters over four innings. He allowed three runs on four hits, and his fastball topped out at 83 mph.
Jadin Kelly (2015, Mississinewa HS, IN) drove in all three runs for CageRat Baseball, with the runs coming from Christian Smith (2015, Mount Vernon HS, IN), Dylan Ladd (2015, Madisonville North Hopkins HS, KY), and Jake Lafever (2016, Wheeler HS, IN).
Nelson Knocks Off Suncoast Mizuno
6/27/2014
Nelson Baseball School 18s scored in the top of the first inning, and never relinquished the lead in a 3-1 victory over Suncoast Mizuno.
The three Nelson runs were driven in by Mark David Smith (2014, Ranburne HS, AL), Georgia commit Henry Rowling (2014, Walton HS, GA), and James Pittinger (2015, Walker HS, GA). Reed Massey (2015, Mt. Paran Christian School, GA) and Kennesaw State recruit William Campbell (2014, Etowah HS, GA) added two hits each, and Massey, Pittinger, and Tyler Minkkinen (2014, South Cobb HS, GA) scored the team’s three runs in the win.
Georgia Southwestern State commit Noah Sims (2014, Cass HS, GA) was the winning pitcher, allowing one run over five innings. He was relieved by Georgia Perimeter College signee Bryan Quillens (2014, Pebblebrook HS, GA), who tossed two scoreless frames. Sims’ fastball topped out at 84 mph, and Quillens’ peaked at 90 mph.
The lone run was batted in for Suncoast by Brendan Lewellen (2015, Lakewood Ranch HS, FL), and was scored by Jonathan Aragon (2015, Manatee HS, FL). Aragon also added two hits, with six other Suncoast players recording one hit.
Jordan Gurrerro (2014, Braden River HS, FL) allowed just one run with five strikeouts over four innings. His fastball topped out at 92 mph, sitting between 85-91 mph.
Blue Chip Bulls beat Strike One.
6/27/2014
The Blue Chip Bulls offense was too much for the Strike One Slammers in 12-2 rout. With ten runs in the first three innings, the Blue Chip Bulls had no doubt in their mind about win the game. It was a good day at the dish for the Blue Chip Bull's Max McDougald (T L Hanna, Anderson, SC 2014, Wofford). He went 3-4 for the game and scored three runs with a single in the first, second and third innings.
Tyler Fuhr (Pendleton, Anderson, SC 2015) got the win for the Blue Chip Bulls. He allowed two runs over three innings. He struck out three, walked two and gave up four hits. Blake Metivier (Etowah, Woostock, GA 2014) couldn't get it done on the mound for Strike One Slammers, taking the loss. He allowed nine runs in 1 1/3 innings, walked two and struck out none. Metivier fastball range for the game was 80-82 mph.
East Coast Elite beat East Cobb Astros.
6/27/2014
East Coast Baseball Elite seize victory thanks to late solo blast, drop the East Cobb Astros 18U 4-3. Cole Gordon (Steinbrenner, Tampa, FL 2014, Mississippi St.)racked up two RBIs on two hits for East Coast Baseball Elite. East Coast Baseball Elite jumped out to an early lead in the top of the first. A solo home run by Sam Finnerty (Pelham, Pelham, AL 2015) started the inning off.
Sam Finnerty pitched lights out for the East Coast Baseball Elite. The East Cobb Astros 18U managed just one hit off of Finnerty. He allowed no earned runs, walked none, struck out three during his 1 2/3 innings of work. Landon Faulkner (Mt Paran Christian, Kennesaw, GA 2014) was the other ace pitcher for the East Cobb Astros 18U. He tossed three innings worth, while giving up three hits, one run, striking out two and one home run.
Upstate Tied Double Day.
6/27/2014
Upstate Mavericks tied DoubleDay Rockies after seven innings of baseball. O'Kevius Conway (Clinton HS, Cross Hill, SC 2014, South Carolina) and Cade Mullins (Homewood HS, Homewood, AL 2014, Tallahassee CC) were the two hot hitters for the Upstate Mavericks. Conway went 1-3 for the game with scoring one run. Mullins went 1-2 for the game and had one RBI. Garrett Ruthledge (Cartersville HS, Cartersville, GA 2014, Georgia Highlands) Brayden McCollum (Cedartown HS , Cedartowm, GA 2016) and Alex Webb (Columbia HS, Columbia, TN were the other hot hitters for the DoubleDay Rockies 18U. Ruthledge went 1-2 for the game with scoring one run. McCollum went 1-3 for the game with scoring one run. Webb was 2-3 in the game for the Rockies with a double and an RBI to help lead the offense charge.
Walker Powell was the ace pitcher for the Upstate Mavericks. He tossed five innings worth while giving up five hits, two runs, walking two, and striking out six. Daylon Gates (Cedartown, Cartersville, GA 2014, Middle Georgia College) was the other ace pitcher for the DoubleDay Rockies 18U. He tossed seven innings worth, while giving up eight hits, three runs, walking two, and striking out three. Powell fastball range for the game was 84-88 mph. Gates fastball range for the game was 83-87 mph.
6/27/2014
Tema Elite Prime defeated SEB 17U/18U White 3-0 in seven innings.
The Furman commit, John Michael Boswell, (2015, Atlanta, GA) led the Team Elite Prime going finishing the day with a perfect 2-2 with two doubles. He was able to score once in the game. Briggs Benson (2015, Tifton, GA) and Bryce Denton (2015, Brentwood, TN) each collected a hit, a double, with the a RBI. Denton also touched home once. Austin Upshaw (2014, Buford, GA) contributed a hit which he later score on.
Adam Corn (2015, Suwanee, GA) started for Team Elite on the bump. He only went two innings, but they went by effectively. He did not allow a hit while not allowing a run to score either. He struck out two batters without a walk given up. He was able to run the gun up to 84 mph. He showed a good extension and follow through while on the mound. He showed good command of the fastball while maintaining his velocity. The Clemson University commit, Brooks Crawford (2015, Bishop, GA), took the last five innings by only allowing a duo of hits to fall. He did not let a run score while he struck out five batters during his time. He showed how to effectively change speed of his pitches with good command of all his pitches. He showed a great curve ball that also showed late break. He also showed he can use his fastball effectively by running the gun up to 89 mph.
D Wright tried to spark a rally, but the SEB White could only muster another hit from Smith Brogden (2015, Suwanee, GA). Wright stroked a triple but couldn't score to put a run up on the board.
Payton Anderson (2014, Watkinsville, GA) tossed the six inning for SEB. He scattered only six hits with only one earned run of the three runs that scored. He was able to strike out five batters while maxing out at 86 mph.
Tigers Sports Club beat Gameface Elite.
6/27/2014
The Tigers Sports Club Select make the most of six hits victory over Gameface Elite 17U. Gameface Elite 17U had seven hits compared with Tigers Sports Club Select's six. Gameface Elite 17U scored one run in the fifth on a RBI single by Garrett Medley (Dacula, Dacula, GA 2015). Gameface Elite 17U managed to score one run in the fifth inning on an RBI single by Garrett.
Anthony Shkreljia (Fox Lane, Bedford Hills, NY 2014) kept contact to a minimum, striking out four Gameface Elite 17U batters. The Tiger's Sports Club Select's pitcher tossed four innings of shutout ball and allowed only four hits. Luke Allen (Bethlehem Christian Academy, Winder, GA 2015) was the game's losing pitcher. He lasted just four innings, walked one, struck out one, and allowed two runs. Shkreljia fastball range for the game was 81-83 mph.
Huskies Cruise By Hitmen
6/27/2014
The SF Huskies 18U defeated the Hitmen Elite 9-0 in five innings.
B Martina led the surge for the SF Huskies by finishing the day going 3-3 with two doubles. He drove in three RBIs with two runs scored. Gus Guerra (2015, Miami, FL) contributed a pair of base knocks with a RBI and a team high three runs. Turner Grass (2016, Davie, FL) matched with a duo of singles in the game. Andrew Sheinbaum (2015, Coral Springs, FL) and Chase Perry helped with a RBI single, and Perry scored once.
Chris Veradi took the hill for the Huskies. He went all five innings just allowing a pair of hits to fall without a run to score. He struck out four without walking a batter.
Titans 18U beat Lakes Area Dodgers.
6/27/2014
The Lake Area Dodgers fall 12-0 at the hands of the Titans 18U. The Titans 18U's Nick Pippin (East Coweta, Sharpsburg, GA 2015) was perfect at the dish, going 2-2. He singled in the third and fifth innings. Grant Slomkowski (Canton, Northville, MI 2015) was the hot hitter for the Lakes Area Dodgers. He went 1-2 for the game.
Tristan Roberts (Sequoyah, Canton, GA 2014, Georgia Highlands) looked sharp on the mound. The Lakes Area Dodgers managed just one hit off the Titans 18U's pitcher. He allowed no earned runs, walked four and struck out eight during his four innings of work. Gregory Antonie (Romeo, Washington, MI 2014) was the other pitcher for the Lakes Area Dodgers. He tossed three innings worth, while two hits, four runs, four walks, and one home run. Roberts fastball range for the game was 84-88 mph. Antoine fastball range for the game was 78-81 mph.
Atlanta Blue Jays beat Columbus.
6/27/2014
The Atlanta Blue Jays offense too much for the Columbus Chain Baseball Dodgers in 8-0 rout. The Atlanta Blue Jays' Kep Brown (Wando, Mount Pleasant, SC 2015) was perfect at the dish, going 3-3. He tripled in the third inning and singled in the second and fifth innings. Bailey Dutton (Walnut Grove, Loganville, GA 2015) was the hot hitter for the Columbus Chain Baseball Dodgers. He went 1-3 for the game.
The Columbus Chain Baseball Dodgers couldn't get anything going as long as Alex Bialakis (Pope John Paul II, Boca Raton, FL 2015) was on the mound. He gave up just two hits, allowed no earned runs, walked none and struck out six during his five innings of work. Chase Storm (Beauregard, Auburn, AL 2015) took the loss for the Columbus Chain Baseball Dodgers. He lasted just three innings, walked one, struck out three, and allowed five runs. Storm fastball range for the game was 82-85 mph. Bialakis fastball range for the game was 83-87 mph.
Knights Baseball beat Denny Pritchett.
6/27/2014
Denny Pritchett Jayhawks 17U falls 8-0 at the hands of Knights Baseball 18U National. Chase Chambers (Farragut, Knoxville, TN 2014, Tennessee Tech) had two extra-base hits for Knights Baseball 18U National. He doubled in the third and fifth innings. Daryian Basco (Forsyth Central, Cumming, GA 2015) was the other hot hitter for the Denny Pritchett Jayhawks 17U. He went 1-2 for the game.
Denny Pritchett Jayhawks 17U couldn't get anything going as long as Will Neely (St Francis, Suwanee, GA 2016) was pitching. He managed just one hit off of Neely, allowed no earned runs, walked none and struck out seven during his five innings of work. Jonah Anderson (Hardin Valley, Knoxville, TN 2015, Tennessee) ended up on the wrong side of the pitching decision, with getting the loss. He lasted just four innings, walked two, struck out one, and allowed four runs. Neely fastball range for the game was 87-91 mph.
Team Elite Louisville Slugger won.
6/27/2014
Kyle Shumekyo (North Gwinnett, Suwanee, GA 2015) helps Team Elite Louisville Slugger down Traveler's Baseball 5-0 victory. Shumeyko collected three hits, to help his team to victory. He tripled in the third inning and singled in the sixth and seventh innings. Team Elite Louisville never trailed after scoring one run in the second on an RBI single by Devon Glenn (Grayson, Grayson, GA 2015).
Kenneth Syphoe (Greater Atlanta Christian, Lilburn, GA 2015) put together a nice outing. He have up just two hits, allowed no earned runs, walked two and struck out six during his five innings of work. Dominic Cominsky (Fremont Ross, Fremont, OH 2015) took the loss for Traveler's Baseball. He lasted just seven innings, walked two, struck out three, and allowed five runs. Syphoe fastball range for the game was 80-83 mph.
East Cobb Astros beat Huntington Hounds
6/27/2014
Cason Greathouse's pitching leads the East Cobb Astros 16U past Huffington Hounds 11-0 victory. Brenton Burgess (Chamblee Charter, Lithonia, GA 2015) racked up six RBIs on three hits for the East Cobb Astros 16U. He went 1-3 for the game with scoring two runs and had one walk. Christopher Jordan (Ripley, Evans, WV 2016, Marshall) was the hot hitter for the Hutington Hounds. He went 2-3 for the game.
Cason Greathouse (Columbus, Columbus, GA 2016) was a workhorse on the mound today for the East Cobb Astros 16U for six innings. He struck out six and allowed one walk and five hits. Cameron Planck (Rowan County Senior, Morehead, KY 2016) couldn't get it done on the mound for the Huntigton Hounds, taking the loss. He allowed six runs in three innings, walked four and struck out three.
Chain Baseball beat USA Hawks.
6/27/2014
The Chain Baseball Columbus Marlins offense too much for USA Hawks in 13-4 rout. Nathan Langley (Beauregard, Opelika, AL 2014, Central Alabama CC) had a busy day at the plate, collecting two extra-base hits. He tripled in the first inning doubled in the fifth inning, and singled in the sixth inning. Nicholas Perretti (Horace Greeley, Chappaqua, NY 2015) racked up to RBIs on two hits for USA Hawks. He singled in the second inning and doubled in the sixth inning.
Cody Harrison (Smiths Station, Smiths Station, AL 2014) recorded the win for the Chain Baseball Columbus Marlins. He tossed two innings of shutout ball with striking out two, walked one and gave up one hit. Drew Marino (Pleasantville, Chappaqua, NY 2016) ended up on the wrong side of the pitching decision, with getting the loss today. He lasted just two innings, walked tow, struck out none, and allowed five runs. Harrison fastball range for the day was 82-84 mph. Marino fastball range for the game was 82-84 mph.
Evoshield Canes Cruise to 6-0 Victory
6/27/2014
The Evoshield Canes North 17U defeated the Ohio Stealers 6-0. The Canes jumped out to an early 3-0 lead after the first inning, and cruised on to victory.
Grant Maiorana (2015, Western Branch HS, VA) a Virginia Tech commit, led the way, going 2-3 with a run scored and one stolen base. Andrew Keith (2015, Dematha Catholic, MD) went 1-2 in the game with a double and one RBI. Colby Higgerson (2015, Great Bridge HS, VA) a Radford commit, contributed by going 1-3 with one run scored and one stolen base. Andrew Ashur (2015, Georgetown Preparatory, VA) and Mathew Roth (2015, Western Branch HS,VA) a Radford commit, pitched three innings a piece, and both displayed good fastball that peaked at 84 mph. Pat Daly (2015, Warhill HS, VA) pitched one inning of work, and he too had a good fastball that topped out at 86 mph.
For the Stealers, David Smethers (2014, Ellet HS, OH) and Cody Martin (2013, Ellet HS, OH) each went 2-3 at the plate in the game.
Team Elite Louisville Slugger Wins in Rout
6/27/2014
Team Elite Louisville Slugger never trailed, and recorded a 10-0 victory over ECB Renegades on Friday.
Aaron Gonzalez (2015, Winder-Barrow HS, GA) led the run production for Louisville Slugger, driving in three runs. Kyle Shumeyko (2015, North Gwinnett HS, GA), Brad Weaver (2015, Mountain View HS, GA), and Zachary Teem (2015, Kennesaw Mountain HS, GA) each drove in one run. Teem, Shumeyko, and Nolan Wallace (2015, Houston County HS, GA) scored two runs a piece, as did Patrick Watson (2015, Tift County HS, GA).
Gonzalez was also the leader on the mound. He allowed just two hits, and struck out six hitters without walking any. His fastball topped out at 86 mph on the day.
The two Renegades hits were recorded by Will Hesterlee (2015, Carrollton HS, GA) and Austin New (2015, Heritage HS, GA).
Jaxx Defeat the Vipers 7-1
6/27/2014
Northeast Baseball Jaxx jumped out to an early 6-0 lead after two innings, and went on to defeat the North Alabama Vipers, 7-1.
Jared Turner (2015, Milton Academy, MA) led the way going 2-2 at the plate, with a double, one run scored, and two RBIs. Sam Shaw (2016, St. John's HS, MA) went 2-3 in the game, with a double, one run scored and one RBI. Severino Tocci (2015, Weston HS, MA) went 2-2 with two runs scored. Troy Carhart (2015, Minnechaug Reg, MA) and TJ Tamaccio (2015, Boca HS, FL) each contributed with a double a piece as well.
Johnny Lamont (2015, Groton HS, MA) pitched five innings, giving up just three hits, and struck out three. He had a good fastball that averaged 82-85/85 mph and mixed in some curveballs, sliders, and changeups as his off-speed pitches.
For the Vipers, Matt Sanders (2014, Bob Jones HS, AL) a Troy commit, went 2-3 with a double and one run scored in the game.
Alabama Bandits Rally for Win
6/27/2014
Alabama Bandits trailed 3-0 after an inning and a half, but scored two runs in the bottom of the second and two runs in the bottom of the sixth to claim a 4-3 victory over Traveler’s Baseball on Friday.
Bandits runs were driven in by Julian Samaha (2015, Spain Park HS, AL) and Will Shaw (2016, Chelsea HS, AL), who doubled for his one hit. Rodney Anderson (2015, Spain Park HS, AL) scored two runs, and Ryan Spann (2015, Spain Park HS, AL) and Davis Holley (2017, Spain Park HS, AL) added one run scored each. Anderson, Samaha, and Shaw recorded the team’s three hits.
Samaha earned the win for the Bandits, tossing a complete game with nine strikeouts. He allowed three runs on six hits, and his fastball topped out at 79 mph.
Deon Kerr (2015, Sandusky HS, OH) led the Traveler’s Baseball offense with two runs batted in and two singles. Joushia Mack (2014, Cuyahoga Falls HS, OH) supplied two hits, a run scored, and a run batted in. Aaron Soto (2014, Marion L. Steele HS, OH) and Zack Bires (2014, Marion L. Steele HS, OH) scored the other two runs in the losing effort.
Kerr also tossed a complete game, striking out eleven hitters. He allowed just one earned run on three hits, and his fastball peaked at 81 mph.
Pro Source 18U beat 9 Stars Saints.
6/27/2014
Pro Source 18U take out 9 Stars Saints with help from Michael Roberts (Grapevine, Grapevine, TX 2014, Longview CC), 6-1 victory. Roberts went 1-3 to help Pro Source 18U to win the game. He doubled in the sixth inning. The lone run of the game for the Nine Stars Saints came in the third inning when the one of the Saints players crossed the plate off an RBI single by Tristin Smith (Adairsville, Adairsville, GA 2014).
Evan Fink (Grapevine, Grapevine, TX 2015) was in control on the hill today. He gave up just one hit, allowed no earned runs, walked one and struck out five during his three innings of work. Romo ended up on the wrong side of the pitching decision with getting the loss today. He lasted just four innings, walked two, struck out six, and allowed four runs. Fink fastball range for the game was 80-86 mph.
Early Lead lifts Orioles to 9-4 Victory
6/27/2014
The Clarksville Orioles took an early 7-1 lead after three innings, and went on to defeat the NJ Marlins Prospect, 9-4.
Leadoff hitter Rashad Lewis (2015, Hopkinsville HS, KY) led the way on the offensive end, going 3-4 with one run scored, one RBI, and two stolen bases. Brady Cook (2014, Clarksville HS, TN) went 2-4 in the game, with a double, one RBI, and two stolen bases as well. Barrett Croslin (2014, Russellville Junior/Senior, KY) went 2-3 with two runs scored and one RBI. Alberto Lozada (2014, Kenwood HS, TN) went 1-2 at the plate, with one run scored, two RBIs, and one stolen base.
Ben Bleyle (2014, Clarksville HS, TN) pitched a complete game for the Orioles, giving up three earned runs on nine hits, and struck out four. He had a fastball that averaged 73-76 mph and peaked at 78 mph, while also mixing in a handful of curveballs as his off-speed pitch.
For the Marlins, Nick Minter (2016, Millburn HS, NJ) went 2-3 with two runs scored and one stolen base. Anthony Dominguez (2015, West Morris Mendham, NJ) contributed as well with a double in the game. Craig Sandford (2015, Allenton HS, NJ) went 2-3 with one run scored and one RBI.
Midwest Warducks beat Powermill 18U.
6/27/2014
Midwest Warducks defeats Powermill 18U 8-5 victory. Ryan Skalink (Verdigris, Owasso, OK 2014, Neosho County CC) got on base three times in the game for the Midwest Warducks. He scored two runs and had one RBI with a double in the fifth inning. Kaycee Reese (James Rickards, Tallahassee, FL 2015) was the hot hitter for the Powermill 18u. He went 1-4 for the game with scoring one run.
AJ Austin (Collinsville, Collinsville, OK 2014) had a rough outing today on the mound for the Midwest Warducks. He allowed five in five, but the bullpen had his back with giving up no runs. Will Bertolino (Edmond North, Edmond, OK 2016) got it done on the mound on the way to victory. He tossed two shutout innings with striking out one, walked none and gave up two hits. Andrew Faulkner (Lincoln, Tallahassee, FL 2014) ended up on the wrong side of the pitching decision with getting the loss. He lasted just two innings, walked one, struck out one, and allowed no runs. Bertolino fastball range for the game was 80-84 mph. Faulkner fastball range for the game was 77-81 mph.
East Coast Baseball Diamond win big
6/27/2014
The East Coast Baseball Diamond scored 5 runs in the top of the seventh inning en route to a 13-4 win over the East Cobb Marlins. East Cobb scored 4 runs in the bottom of the first inning but could not hold on.
Tyler Slayton (2015, Paul W. Bryant) led the offense for East Coast. He went 3-5 with 2 RBI and 2 runs scored. Trevor McKinley (2015, Dadeville) also went 3-5 and added 3 RBI and a run scored. Landen Davis (2015, American Christian Academy) went 2-5 and hit a home run. He had an RBI and two runs scored on the day.
Damon Haskett (2014, Fayette County) led the offense for East Cobb. He went 2-4 with a run scored.
Mizuno Baseball Academy beat Denny
6/27/2014
Mizuno Team GA Baseball Academy 17U Blue drubs Denny Pritchett Jayhawks 18U, 12-3 victory. Brandon Sewell (Gainesville, Braselton, GA 2015) racked up three RBIs on two hits for Mizuno Team GA Baseball Academy 17U Blue. Max Holton (Creekview, Canton, GA 2014) was the hot hitter for the Denny Pritchett Jayhawks 18U. He went 1-1 for the game and had one RBI.
Mathew Calvert (Clay-Chalkville, Springville, AL 2015) looked sharp on the mound. He held Denny Pritchett Jayhawks 18U over two innings, allowed no earned runs, walked two and struck out two. Noah Hughes got the win for Mizuno Team GA Baseball Academy 17U Blue. He allowed three runs over three innings with striking out two, walked one and gave up four hits. Daniel McCrary (New Lumpkin County, Gainesville, GA 2014) couldn't get it done on the bump for Denny Pritchett Jayhawks 18U, taking the loss. He allowed eight runs in four innings, walked three and struck out two.
Columbus looks good in win
6/27/2014
Columbus Web Ball used a 6 run 5th innings en route to a 9-3 win over Team Alabama.
3 Columbus hitters led the offense collecting 2 hits each. Danny Casals (2015, Christopher Columbus), Nicholas Rocha (2015, Christopher Columbus), and Hernan Sardinas (2016, Calusa Preparatory) combined for 6 hits, 2 RBI, and 5 runs scored.
Payton Young (2016, Piedmont) went 2-3 with 2 runs scored to lead Team Alabama. Brenton Sanders (2016, Northridge) also collected 2 hits and 2 RBI.
Georgia Roadrunners' bats come alive
6/27/2014
The Georgia Roadrunners 17u scored 6 runs in the 6th inning en route to an 11-4 win over the Central Alabama Nationals. They had a pair of guys who each had 3 hits and pounded out 12 hits total.
Tarez Miller (2015, Kings Ridge Christian) and Eric Furphy (2015, Lambert), a Georgia Southern commit, each went 3-3 for the Roadrunners 17u. Furphy also added an RBI and 3 runs scored, while Miller added an RBI and a run scored. Kyle Anderson (2015, Evans), a South Carolina commit, was 2-2 with an RBI and a run scored as well.
Zac Reed (2014, John Carroll Catholic) led the offense for Central Alabama. He finished 2-2 with 2 RBI and a run scored.
AP and Knights play to a tie
6/27/2014
AP Baseball and Knights Baseball 18u America went toe-to-toe and played to a 4-4 tie. The two teams combined for only 10 hits in 6 innings.
Brendan Jordan (2014, Father Ryan) led the offense for Knights Baseball. He went 1-3 with an RBI.
Team play to tie
6/27/2014
The BigStix Gamers 16u scored 1 run in the top of the seventh inning and held on in the bottom of the inning to tie the Atlanta Blue Jays 4-4. The Gamers had two pitchers come in that were impressive in their one inning of relief. Spencer and Hellinger each struck out two and lit up the radar guns. Spencer consistently hit between 88-90 mph, while Hellinger consistently sat 86-87 mph while also hitting 90 mph. Spencer also collected a hit, a run, and an RBI on offense.
Gomez, Fellows, and Barnell each collected 2 hits for the Gamers. They combined for 3 runs and an RBI.
Chase Fullington (2015, Farragut), a Cincinnati commit, led the offense for the Blue Jays. He went 2-4 with an RBI and a run scored.
Erikson Lanning (2015, Sequoyah) lit up the radar guns for the Blue Jays on the mound. He consistently hit 85-87 mph while topping out at 87 mph.
Florida Burn get no-hitter
6/27/2014
The Florida Burn got a no-hitter from their starting pitcher en route to a 9-1 win over the NJ Tigers. Albert Neff (2014, Pine Ridge) pitched all five innings for the Burn. He allowed an unearned run while striking out 9.
Casey Smith (2015, Lake Mary Preparatory) led the offense for the Burn. He went 2-3 with an RBI and a run scored.
Naturals Florida look good in all facets
6/27/2014
Naturals Florida pitched well, hit well, and played good defense en route to a 9-1 win over the SEB 16u Black. After leading 4-1 heading into the top of the seventh inning, the Naturals scored 5 runs to pad their lead.
Naturals Florida used 4 different pitchers who combined to allow only 1 earned run and 1 hit.
Vincent Lucera (2014, Fort Pierce Central), a Warner University commit, led the offense for the Naturals. He went 3-4 with 2 RBI and a run scored. Bobby Dodd (2013, Port St. Lucie) added 2 hits in 5 tries and a run scored.
Team Elite Grey impresses
6/27/2014
Team Elite Grey used a great pitching performance to beat the Lakeland Legends of the Batters Box 17u 2-0. Eli Stuart (2016, East Hall) threw a gem for Team Elite. He went 5.2 innings allowing no hits and no runs, with 3 strikeouts. The team only allowed 1 hit in the entire game.
Connor Tate (2017, Oconee County) led the offense for Team Elite. He went 1-2 and also added an RBI and a run scored.
GBSA Cardinals beat Strike One.
6/27/2014
Great pitching leads the GBSA Cardinals past Strike One Slammers 3-1 victory. Bryan Betts (Stephenson, Decatur, GA 2014) was hot from the plate for the GBSA Cardinals. He went 2-3 for the day with driving in one and scored one run. He singled in the second inning and homered in the sixth inning. Tyler Breitbach (North Paulding, Dallas, GA 2015) was the hot hitter for the Strike One Slammers. He went 1-3 for the day.
Mike Jones (Chamblee Charter, Atlanta, GA 2014) had great day on the mound for the GBSA Cardinals. Jones' thirteen strikeouts were enough to help put away the GBSA Cardinals. He allowed no earned runs, one hit and three walks over seven innings. Cole Murphy (Allatoona, Acworth, GA 2014, Emmanuel College) was the other pitcher for the Strike One Slammers. He tossed seven innings worth, while giving up nine hits, three runs, one walk, striking out three and one home runs.
Mavericks battle back for win
6/27/2014
The Mavericks Scout Team '15 came back from 2 runs down in the first inning to defeat New Power Baseball 4-2. Bret Huebner (2015, Cretin Derham Hall) led the offense for the Mavericks. He went a perfect 3-3 with an RBI and 2 runs scored.
Sheldon Reed (2015, Emerald), a College of Charleston commit), also was perfect at the plate for the Mavericks. He went 2-2 with 2 RBI.
Nick Healey led the offensive charge for New Power. He went 3-3 and added 2 RBI.
Team Elite gets a no-hitter
6/27/2014
Team Elite Roundtrip used a stellar pitching performance and good hitting to blank MVP Baseball 8-0. Ben Weaver (2015, Tift County) pitched a 6 inning no hitter for Team Elite. He was impressive striking out 9 hitters as well.
Bryce Evans (2014, Savannah Christian Prep), a Flagler College commit, and Ty Hobbs (2014, Ware County) keyed the offensive attack for Team Elite. They both collected two hits and an RBI. Evans added 3 runs while Hobbs added 1.
Team Elite gets a no-hitter
6/27/2014
Team Elite Roundtrip used a stellar pitching performance and good hitting to blank MVP Baseball 8-0. Ben Weaver (2015, Tift County) pitched a 6 inning no hitter for Team Elite. He was impressive striking out 9 hitters as well.
Bryce Evans (2014, Savannah Christian Prep), a Flagler College commit, and Ty Hobbs (2014, Ware County) keyed the offensive attack for Team Elite. They both collected two hits and an RBI. Evans added 3 runs while Hobbs added 1.
Louisiana United beat Gold Glove 18U.
6/27/2014
Harry Chairs Jr (John Curtis Christian, Kenner, LA 2014, McNesse St.) gives Louisiana United late push to beat Gold Glove Elite 18U, 4-2 victory. Harry drove in the game winning run to help seal the victory for the Louisiana United. After Hunter Slater (Bayside Academy, Fairhope, AL 2014, Southern Miss) doubled, Harry singled, bring home Hunter. Harry racked up two RBIs on two hits for Louisiana United. Harry went 2-3 for the game with scoring two runs and had two RBIs. Hunter went 1-3 for the game with scoring one run.
Evan Guilory (Jennings, Jennings, LA 2014, Louisiana-Lafayette) handled Gold Glove Elite 18U's lineup with no problems. He racked up seven strikeouts with allowing two earned runs, three hits and one walk over five innings. Tyler Johnson was the other ace pitcher for the Gold Glove Elite 18U. He tossed 4.1 innings worth, while giving up six hits, two runs, striking out one and one home run. Guilory fastball range for the game was 88-92 mph.
6-4-3 down Easton A's
6/27/2014
The 6-4-3 DP 18u team looked very impressive in their 5-2 victory over the Easton A's. Michael Toner (2014, Marist), a William & Mary commit, pitched well for 6-4-3. He went all seven innings, surrendering only 1 earned run. He allowed only 6 hits, while striking out 6 in the process.
John Melson (2014, Lassiter, a Berry College commit, keyed the offensive attack for 6-4-3. He finished with 2 hits in 2 tries.
Trevor Howell (2015, Christian) led the offense for the A's. He collected 2 hits and scored a run.
Pitching regins supreme in tie
6/27/2014
Both starting pitchers went complete games and pitched extremely well as the McDonalds Bears and the East Cobb Bulldogs 18u played to a 0-0 tie.
Ross Massey (2015, Catholic) looked impressive on the mound for the Bears. He went seven innings, allowing only 5 hits, while striking out 5.
Braden Zarbnisky (2015, Pope) was equally impressive on the mound for the Bulldogs. He also went all seven innings, allowing a mere hit, while striking out 10. He also collected 2 hits and led the offense for them.
Charles Soileau (2015, Catholic) picked up the only hit for the Bears.
Northeast Baseball looks good
6/27/2014
The Northeast Baseball Mudhens looked impressive in their 10-1 win over Stars Baseball 17u Blue. Chris Murphy (2014, Billerica Memorial) pitched all five innings for Northeast. He impressed, allowing only one earned run and two hits, while striking out five.
Joe Gentile (2014, Groton Dunstable Regional) and Nicholas Barry (2014, Worcester Academy) led the offense for Northeast. Both collected 2 hits and 2 RBI, while Gentile also added 2 runs.
Ryan McKenna (2015, St. Thomas Aquinas) and Erik Ostberg (2014, The Williston Northampton) also had great game offensively for Northeast. Both collected 2 hits and 2 runs, while McKenna also added an RBI.
Orlando Baseball over Central Alabama.
6/27/2014
Orlando Baseball Academy 2015 score early and often in 11-0 win over the Central Alabama Nationals. Jacob Southern (Apopka, Mount Dora, FL 2016) racked up four RBIs on four hits for Orlando Baseball Academy 2015. He went 4-4 for the game with scoring two runs and had four RBIs. Zac Reed (John Carroll Catholic, Hoover, AL 2014) was the hot hitter for the Central Alabama Nationals. He went 1-2 for the game.
Bobby Ornes (East Ridge, Clermont, FL 2015) looked sharp on the mound. The Central Alabama Nationals managed just two hits off of Ornes. He allowed no earned runs, walked none and struck out four during his five innings of work. Jeremy Peterson (Huffman Magnet, Birmingham, AL 2014) took the loss for the Central Alabama Nationals. He lasted just four innings, walked one, struck out five, and allowed five runs. Ornes fastball range for the game was 79-81 mph. Peterson fastball range for the game was 78-83 mph.
12-Run First Leads Redskins
6/27/2014
Midland Redskins scored 12 runs in the first inning, and claimed an easy 15-0 victory over Bullpen Braves 17U on Friday.
The Redskins were led by two home runs, belted by Miami commit Justin Smith (2014, Bartram Trail HS, FL) and Vanderbilt recruit Jeren Kendall (2014, Holmen HS, WI). Smith drove in three runs on the game, and Kendall had two RBIs. LSU signee Gregory Deichmann (2014, Brother Martin HS, LA) added two runs scored and two hits, while DJ Wilson, Smith, Deichmann, Wichita State commit Greyson Jenista (2015, De Soto HS, KS), and Ohio State recruit Zach Shannon (2014, Anderson HS, OH) each scored two runs in the victory.
Smelter allowed one hit over two innings with five strikeouts, while Wyatt Myers worked one perfect inning. Smelter’s fastball topped out at 88 mph, and Myers’ peaked at 81 mph.
The lone hit for the Braves was a single from Josh Palmer (2016, Eagle’s Landing HS, GA), who was then caught stealing.
Over the Mountain beat East Cobb.
6/27/2014
Strong pitching leads Over the Mountain Baseball "Gold" past the East Cobb Dodgers 6-3 victory. Boyd racked up two RBIs on one hit for Over the Mountain Baseball "Gold". He doubled in the fifth inning. Mathew Broadhead (Harrison, Marietta, GA 2014) was the hot hitter for the East Cobb Dodgers for the game. He went 1-3 for the game with scoring one run.
Willingham held the East Cobb Dodgers scoreless for 6 1/3 innings to help the seal the victory. He struck out seven and allowed two walks and two hits. Kenny Reed (Sprayberry, Marietta, GA 2015) lasted just 1 2/3 innings on the mound for the East Cobb Dodgers before getting tossed. He allowed three hits and four runs. Willingham fastball range for the game was 80-84 mph.
212 A's Hold on Against SEB Black 3-2
6/27/2014
The 212 A's 18U held on against the SEB 16U Black, 3-2. With a 3-1 lead going into the top of the fifth, SEB Black tried to make a late comeback, but fell short in the end.
Kurt Cox (2014, Pike County HS, GA) led the A's with a 3-3 performance at the plate, with a double, one run scored, and one RBI. Justin Jones (2014, Houston County HS, GA) a Georgia State commit, went 2-3 with a double of his own, and one run scored. Mathew Buckalew (2014, Starrs Mill HS, GA) pitched five innings, giving up one earned run on six hits, and struck out seven. He had good command and was around the plate with all of his pitches, and had a fastball that peaked at 82 mph.
For SEB, Tyler Zak (2016, Mountain View HS, GA) went 2-3 at the plate with a double, and one run scored. C.J. Smith (2017, Home School, GA) went 2-4 in the game with one run scored, and two stolen bases. Zak also pitched five innings of work, giving up one earned run on seven hits, and struck out eight. He had a good fastball that topped out at 81 mph, and also good command of his curveball.
Big Sixth Inning Breaks Tie for Red Sox
6/27/2014
Michigan Red Sox broke a 2-2 tie in the bottom of the sixth inning with six runs, and claimed a 8-2 victory over GBA Spiked 9 on Friday.
Scott Stubenrauch (2015, Oxford HS, MI) and Eric Langford (2014, Southfield-Lathrup HS, MI) each drove in two runs for the Red Sox, and each had one hit. Harrison Milen (2015, North Farmington HS, MI) and Reed Powers (2014, Ernest W. Seaholm HS, MI) had one hit each, while Malik Brown (2015, Birmingham Groves HS, MI) led the Red Sox with two runs scored and the fifth hit in the victory.
Brandon Smeltzer (2014, John Glenn HS, MI) tossed a complete game, allowing one earned run on three hits. He struck out 12 hitters, and his fastball topped out at 83 mph.
Cameron Johnson (2014, West Hall HS, GA) had the lone run batted in for GBA, and Michael Cronic (2014, West Hall HS, GA) and Hunter Joyner (2016, Forsyth Central HS, GA) scored the two runs. Joyner had two hits, and Johnson had a single to account for the GBA offense.
Chi Town Cream 18U beat Prospects.
6/27/2014
Trey Fulton (Floyd Central, Greenville, IN 2015) gives Chi Town Cream 18U late push to beat Prospects National Team, 4-3 victory. Fulton drove in the go-ahead run to give Chi Town Cream 18U lead in the sixth inning. Tommy Bordigon (Loyola, Glenview, IL 2014, Northwestern) singled to get on base in the sixth. He then went from second to third on a ground out by Colton Pogue (Blue Springs South, Blue Springs, MO 2014, Western Illinois). Kam Lane (Eagle, Eagle, ID 2015) was the other hitter for the Prospects National Team. He went 1-3 for the game with scoring one run.
Austin Simms (Blue Springs South, Blue Springs, MO 2014, Drury University) handled Prospects National Team's lineup with ease with racking up nine strikeouts. He allowed no earned runs on five hits and three walks over seven innings of baseball. Sterling Craig (Clark, San Antonio, TX 2014) was the other pitcher for the Prospects National Team. He tossed six innings worth while giving up four hits, four runs, walking two, and striking out five. Simms fastball range for the game was 80-83 mph. Craig fastball range for the game was 81-86 mph.
Orioles Black defeat Jackets 6-2
6/27/2014
Clarksville Orioles Black defeated the West Georgia Jackets 6-2. With a 2-2 tie after the first inning, the Orioles pulled away in the later innings, and outhit their opponent 11-1 in the game.
For the Orioles, Jake Roberson (2015, Springfield HS, TN) pitched a complete game, giving up no earned runs, just one hit, and recorded 11 strikeouts. He had a fastball that topped out at 76 mph, and effectively mixed in curveballs and a changeup as his off-speed pitches.
At the plate, Bradley Wilson (2016, Rossview HS, TN) went 3-4 with a double, and one run scored. JoJo Allen (2016, Kenwood HS, TN) also contributed with a triple in the game.
For the Jackets, Jonathan Mitchell (2015, New Manchester HS, GA) went 1-3 at the plate with one run scored. Stephen Abernathy (2014, Hillgrove HS, GA) pitched six complete innings, and struck out eight in the game.
Brevard Aces Roll to 12-0 Win
6/27/2014
Brevard Aces scored runs in each of the three innings in which they hit, and claimed a 12-0 victory over Lakes Area Dodgers on Friday.
Vinny Capra (2014, Melbourne Central Catholic HS, FL) and Trevor Payne (2016, Rockledge HS, FL) led the run production for the Aces. Capra drove in two runs, scored three, and had three hits, while Payne had one run and one hit to go with his two RBIs. Ryan Frost (2015, Merritt Island HS, FL) added three runs scored and two hits with one run batted in, and Michael Hall (2015, Rockledge HS, FL) scored two runs with one hit in the win.
The Aces split the pitching duties between Jonathan Herndon (2015, Florida Virtual School), Ryan Lang (2015, Merritt Island HS, FL), and Alec Neal (2015, Viera HS, FL), who combined to strike out nine hitters and surrender just one hit. Herndon’s fastball topped out at 87 mph. Lang’s reached 86 mph, and Neal’s peaked at 84 mph.
The lone Dodger hit was recorded by Michael Flaishans (2016, Canton HS, MI).
Late Comeback lifts Fungo Red Sox to W
6/27/2014
The Fungo Red Sox got three late runs in the top of the sixth to take the lead, and go on to win, over Marquis Grissom Baseball, 5-4.
Dontoyas Boyd (2014, Hopewell HS, NC) went 2-4 for the Sox, with a homerun, one run scored, and one RBI. Leon Davidson (2016, Hopewell HS, NC) contributed as well by going 2-3 with a double, and one run scored in the game. Leadoff hitter Austin Fox (2014, Cox Mill HS, NC) showed off his speed on the base paths with three stolen bases in the game. Fox also pitched 3.1 innings of work, giving up two earned runs on four hits, and struck out three. He had a fastball that peaked at 84 mph.
For Marquis Grissom, Isaiah Lewis (2015, Mays HS, GA) went 2-4 with a double, one run scored, and one RBI. Jared Maner (2014, Paideia HS, GA) went 3-4 in the game, with a double, and one run scored. Zavier Lushington (2014, Westlake HS, GA) went 1-2 with a double as well, one RBI, and one stolen base. Lushington also pitched one inning of work, showing a fastball that topped out at 81 mph.
Marlins Scouts beat Houston Banditos.
6/27/2014
The Marlins Scout Team defeat Houston Banditos (Atkinson) 5-2 victory. Kelvin Moore (Lee, Birmingham, AL 2015) went 1-3 for the game to help the Marlins seal the victory. He doubled in the fourth inning. Matt Chalk (Katy, Katy, TX 2015) for the Houston Banditos (Atkinson) was the hot hitter for the game. He went 1-3 for the game with scoring one run.
Gabe Armstrong (Sonora, Fullerton, CA 2015) put together a nice outing. He gave up just one hit, allowed no earned runs, walked one and struck out four during his four innings of work. Austin Cernosek (Seven Lakes, Katy, TX 2015) took the loss for Houston Banditos. He lasted just 3 2/3 innings, walked one, struck out two, and allowed two runs. Cernosek fastball range for the game was 84-88 mph. Armstrong fastball range for the game was 83-87 mph.
Hounds Hold On to 7-6 Win
6/27/2014
Huntington Hounds surrendered three runs in the seventh inning, but held on to defeat NOLA Monsters 17U, 7-6, on Friday.
Colton Bonnett (2014, Robert C. Byrd HS, WV) led the Hounds with two doubles and a triple, driving in two runs and scoring another two. RBIs were also added by Ohio State commits Seth Kinker (2014, Cabell Midland HS, WV) and Jacob Barnwell (2015, Boyd County HS, KY). West Virginia signee Trey Dawson (2015, Hurricane HS, WV) supplied two runs scored, while hits were recorded by Kinker, Dawson, and Dylan Slack (2014, Nitro HS, WV).
Chandler Sedat (2015, West Bloomfield HS, MI) struck out 13 hitters over his five innings, allowing three earned runs. His fastball topped out at 89 mph. Cameron Norris (2014, Riverside HS, WV) worked 1.1 innings, and Matthew Grimm (2015, Boyd County HS, KY) got the save for recording two outs. Norris’ fastball peaked at 85 mph, and Grimm’s reached 82 mph.
Colby Freneaux (2015, Live Oak HS, LA) led the Monsters at the plate, drilling a home run and scoring another run. Other runs batted in were supplied by Tyler Alexander (2015, Live Oak HS, LA), Ben Barnes (2015, Doyle HS, LA), Chaz Scivicque (2016, Maurepas HS, LA) and Kyle Nevels (2016, Walker HS, LA).
Dreagen Bethel (2013, Walker HS, LA) worked a complete game in the losing effort, surrendering two earned runs on six hits with six strikeouts. His fastball topped out at 88 mph.
Eight-run Fourth lifts Suncoast Select to W
6/27/2014
The Suncoast Select offense came alive in the top of the fourth inning scoring eight runs, and went on to defeat BigStix Gamers 18U, 11-0.
Leadoff hitter Robbie Hanlon (2014, Pasco HS, FL) led the way for the Select, going 2-3 with two doubles, one run scored, and four RBIs. Vito Tambasco (2015, Nature Coast Technical, FL) also went 2-3 at the plate, with two runs scored, and one stolen base. Joseph Macalusco (2014, Ridgewood HS, FL) and Tully Allen (2015, Boca Ciega, FL) each contributed with a double of their own. Allen also scored two runs and had two RBIs in the game.
Zack Whitaker pitched five complete innings for the Select, giving up just one hit and struck out three. He threw strikes and was around the plate with all pitches. He had a fastball that topped out at 86 mph.
For the Gamers, Brooks Veal went 1-2 at the plate.
Columbus Chain beat Denny Pritchett.
6/27/2014
Strong pitching leads the Columbus Chain Baseball Dodgers past Denny Prtichett Jayhawks 17U 1-0 victory. Logan Leiblie (West Forsyth, Cumming, GA 2015) was the hot hitter for the Denny Pritchett Jayhawks 17U. He went 1-3 for the game. Columbus Chain Baseball Dodgers hot hitter for the game was Bailey Dutton (Walnut Grove, Loganville, GA 2015). He went 1-3 for the game with one run scored.
Matt Thomely (Newnan, Newnan, GA 2015) kept Denny Pritchett Jayhawks 17U off the board during his seven innings of work. He struck out six and allowed two walks and three hits. Parker Harris (North Forsyth, Cumming, GA 2015) couldn't get it done on the mound for Denny Pritchett Jayhawks 17U, taking the loss for the day. He lasted 6 1/3 innings, walked none, struck out three, and allowed one run. Thomely fastball range for the game was 79-82 mph.
Tigers and Team DeMarini end in 2-2 Tie
6/27/2014
Team DeMarini GA 17U took a late 2-1 lead going into the sixth inning, but the Tigers Sports Club Select edged one more run in the top of the inning, resulting the game in a 2-2 tie.
Ross Funke (2015, Johns Creek HS, GA) went 3-3 in the game for Team DeMarini. Jack Ryan (2014, Northview HS, GA) contributed by going 1-3 at the plate with a double and one run scored.
Kyle Jaworski (2015, Milton HS, GA) pitched 5.1 innings of work, giving up two earned runs on five hits. He had a fastball that peaked at 79, and had the ability to throw strikes with a good windup and delivery.
For the Tigers, Jayson Gray (2013, New Rochelle HS, NY) went 2-3 at the plate, with one run scored, and two stolen bases. Mark Shkrelji (2014, Fox Lane HS, NY) went 1-3 with a double, and one RBI. Tristan Rojas (2014, James Monroe HS, NY) also went 1-3 in the game, with one run scored, one RBI, and one stolen base.
Josiah Gray (2015, New Rochelle HS, NY) pitched 4.2 innings of work, giving up one earned run on four hits, and struck out five in the game. He threw strikes, and had a fastball that topped out at 85 mph, and mixed in a good curveball. Jerry Liang (2014, Manhattan Center for Science and Mathematics, NY) also pitched 1.2 innings, and had good command with a fastball that peaked at 84 mph.
Houston Banditos Take and Hold Early Lead
6/27/2014
Houston Banditos (Rodriguez) scored four runs in the bottom of the first inning, and easily defeated CageRat Baseball Blue, 9-1, on Friday.
Hayden Brown (2015, Clark HS, TX) was the leader of the Banditos offense, as he drove in two runs. Austin Marshall (2015, Kountze HS, TX), Hunter Ranly (2014, Fort Bend Christian Academy, TX), and Garrett Scott (2015, Klein Oak HS, TX) each scored a run and drove in another, and Ranly had two hits. Steve Hodgson (2016, Kingwood Park HS, TX) added two runs scored with his one hit.
Mason Howat (2014, Jersey Village HS, TX) struck out 12 hitters in his five-inning complete game, in which he allowed one run on three hits. Howat’s fastball topped out at 87 mph.
Wyatt Miller (2014, Jefferson West HS, KS) drove in the lone CageRat run, which was scored by Nathan Shaw (2014, Eastbrook HS, IN). Miller, Javon Yeakle (2015, Marion HS, IN), and Julius Roman (2015, Holy Trinity HS, IL) provided the hits in the losing effort.
Georgia Bandits Hold on to 5-3 Win
6/27/2014
After taking an early 5-0 lead, the Georgia Bandits held off the North Texas Beasts from making a late comeback, to win 5-3.
Eli Sepnieski (2014, North Cobb HS, GA) led the way for the Bandits, going 2-3 with a run scored, and one RBI. T.J. Waterbore (2014, Cherokee HS, GA) also went 2-3 in the game, with one run scored. Jeremy Howell (2013, East Paulding HS, GA) contributed with a 1-3 performance, with a double and one run scored. Nick Wise (2014, Alexander HS, GA) pitched a complete game for the Bandits, giving up one earned run on six hits, and struck out eight. He had a fastball that averaged 75-80 mph, and topped out at 82 mph.
For the Beasts, Jerry laSaint (2014, Lone Star HS, TX) and Kevin Ortiz (2014, Puerto Rico Baseball Academy/HS, PR) each went 1-3 in the game. Trevor Cheaney (2015, Muenster HS, TX) went 1-2 with a run scored. On the mound, Luis Ramos (2014, Puerto Rico Baseball Academy/HS, AZ) pitched three innings of work, giving up give hits and struck out three. He had a fastball that averaged 82-84 mph, and peaked at 85 mph, while also mixing in a few curveballs and a few changeups as well.
NOLA Monsters edge by Spiders 5-2
6/27/2014
NOLA Monsters Baseball edged by the IYG Spiders 5-2. The Monsters got on the board first and kept the lead throughout the game, including a three-run third inning to spread the lead.
Peyton Lacoste (2015, St. Paul's HS, LA) led the way by going 1-2 at the plate, with a double, one run scored and one RBI. Spencer Miller (2014, Jesuit HS, LA) also went 1-2 in the game, with one run scored. ZJ Buster (2014, St. Paul's HS, LA) a Louisiana Tech commit, showed his speed on the base paths with stealing three bases. Michael Smith (2014, Pearl River HS, LA) pitched a complete game for the Monsters, giving up no earned runs, just two hits, and struck out five. He showed a fastball that averaged 80-82 mph and topped out at 83 mph, while also mixing in a curveball as his off-speed pitch.
For the Spiders, Winston Frick (2015, Benedictine HS, VA) was the spark in the offense, going 1-2 with a double, one run scored, and one stolen base in the game. Ryan Hickman (2015, Caroline HS, VA) pitched three innings of work on the mound, giving up no earned runs, just one hit, and struck out five. He had a fastball that peaked at 83 mph, and mixed in a handful of curveballs and a changeup for his off-speed.
Prospects beat Geogia Jackets 17U.
6/27/2014
Prospects Baseball tops Georgia Jackets 17U in back-and-forth affair, 5-3 victory. Garrett Potts (Creekview, Canton, GA 2015)and Grant Perry (Peach County, Byron, GA 2014, LaGrange College) were the hot hitters for the Prospects Baseball. Potts went 2-3 for the game with two runs scored. Perry went 2-4 for the game with one run scored. Denver Dangerfield (J. R. Arnold, Panama City Beach, FL 2015) and Evan Ezell (Sequoyah, Canton, GA 2014, Matyville College)were the other hot hitters for the game. Dangerfield went 1-3 for the game with one run scored. Ezell went 1-3 for the game with one run scored.
Blake Rozier (Peach County, Byron, GA 2014) was a workhorse on the mound for Prospects Baseball. He allowed two earned runs, six hits, and three walks while striking out four over seven innings of work. Prospects Baseball couldn't get anything going as long as Andrew Hester (River Ridge, Woodstock, GA 2015) was pitching. He gave up just two hits, allowed no earned runs, walked two and struck out four during his four innings of work.
Dulin Dodgers beat Angels Baseball.
6/27/2014
The Dulin Dodgers second-inning burst enough to top the Angels Baseball Heaven 18U, 10-2 victory. The Dulin Dodgers scored in the second on an RBI single by Hunter Hill (Briarcrest Christian, Cordova, TN 2016), an RBI single by Preston Pearson (Briarcrest Christian, Cordova, TN 2014), an error, and a three-run triple by John Sparks (Bolton, Cordova, TN 2014, Austin Peavy). Preston Parrish (Evangelical Christian, Eads, TN 2014) racked up two RBIs on two hits for the Dulin Dodgers. He singled in the first and fourth innings.
Jake Durham (Covington, Cordova, TN 2014) racked up six strikeouts in the Dulin Dodgers win. He allowed one earned run, four hits and one walk over five innings. Keven Long (Plant City, Plant City, FL 2013) had a short outing, lasting only two innings on the mound for the Angels Baseball Heaven 18U before being taken out of the game. He surrendered five hits and eight runs. Long fastball range for the game was 81-85 mph. Durham fastball range for the day was 81-84 mph.