Safe to say Avery Greer (2030 C, East Bernstadt, KY) started his day on the right foot, driving a ball to RF and then showing off the speed around the bases for an inside the park HR. The righty has showcased the ability to use the opposite field to his advantage with contact tool present.
Beau Neal (2028 MIF, Trenton, OH) showcased fluid natural actions in a two inning appearance on the mound, flashing velocity up to 80 mph with a high ceiling for the future. The 5-foot-10, 140 pound prospect was also smooth from the IF, consistently making plays to both sides with sound glove actions and good carry across the diamond.
Dillon Staats (2028 LHP, Twinsburg, OH) immediately made an impact in the top of the 4th inning, roping a double into the LF corner with clear bat speed and barrel control displayed from the right side. He followed up with another RBI knock to LF in the top of the 7th.
Anderson Bennett (2029 RHP, Hillsboro, OH) showcased the ability to sit back and drive a standup double down the RF line in the middle innings, showcasing young strength in the hands with aggressive tendencies at the dish.
Joseph Rodenberg (2029 UT, Lewis Center, OH) picked up a clutch RBI line drive single to LCF early in his game, flashing the ability to create backspin on the baseball and generate impact out in front.
Kaidyn Spencer (2029 LHP, Greentown, IN) picked up a two RBI line drive single to LF in the bottom of the 6th to extend the lead for Team Orange, staying connected through impact with repeatability to the stroke.
Colton Smith (2029 C, Liberty Twp, OH) was consistently on the barrel all game, showcasing a sound two-strike approach in the bottom of the 7th to pick up a loud line drive to LF. The athletic 5-foot-11, 155 pound righty was aggressive on the base paths and has proved to be more than a well-rounded two way prospect this weekend.
Gus Hoffmann (2028 SS, Cincinnati, OH) continued his hot hitting streak at the dish, picking up two knocks while using the pull side/ middle of the field to his advantage with good barrel extension and hand speed present.
Mason Pavolino (2029 RHP, Westerville, OH) was another Navy name who picked up multiple knocks on the day, consistently working the LF line for hard impact with the ability to turn on inside pitches and utilize the lower half effectively in the stroke.
Gavin VanHorn (2028 SS, Dover, OH) ended his day with a loud pull side triple to the LF wall, showcasing the ability to create clear carry and backspin on the baseball with offensive tools that will only continue to develop in the future.
Not often you see two inside the park HRs in one game, but Cam Hogue (2029 SS, Harrodsburg, KY) scored easily in the bottom of the 10th after rocketing a ball into the RCF gap. The projectable 5-foot-9, 145 pound righty generated impact to all parts of the field throughout his weekend and was a consistent offensive contributor.
Mikey Albanese (2028 SS, Upper Arlington, OH) consistently worked back up the middle and controlled the barrel well during his opportunities at the dish, being rewarded with a single to CF in the top of the 5th.