South FL Winter ID: Player Analysis

Javier Barrenechea OF / 2B / Westminster Christian, FL / 2022

Positional Profile: OF/2B - Uncommitted
Body: 5-foot-9, 165-pounds. Lean frame with strength throughout. Present athleticism
Defense: Overall athletic actions.
Arm: RH. OF - 87 mph. compact, quick arm
Hit: RHH. Tall set up, high hands. Weight balanced. Draws hands back to create separation and gets behind the ball with a level swing.
Power: 87 mph exit velocity.
Run: 7.11 runner in the 60.  

Lyonel Barthelemy OF / LHP / Highlands Christian Academy, FL / 2023

Positional Profile: OF - Uncommitted
Body: 5-foot-10, 153-pounds. Wiry frame. High waisted with long limbs.
Defense: Uses present athleticism well. High ceiling defensively.
Arm: LH. OF - 76 mph. Pushes at times, but athletic with upside.
Hit: LHH. Athletic stance, weight back. Shoulders and hips slightly closed with hands tight behind the ear. Gets the weight going to the pitch. Quick bat to inside pitches with a down to, up through path.
Power: 85 mph exit velocity.
Run: 6.99 runner in the 60. Long, easy strides. 

Tyler Bean OF / 2B / Wellington , FL / 2021

Positional Profile: OF/2B - Uncommitted
Body: 6-foot, 175-pounds. Athletic frame with strength in the arms and legs. Potential for added weight.
Defense: Controlled approach with feet moving and momentum towards the target as he positions the body behind the ball.
Arm: RH. OF - 83 mph. Some length in the release, average, accurate arm.
Hit: RHH. Wider base with knees bent as the weight is firmly in the legs. Hands cocked with barrel tilt. Slight reach at times in the swing. When he stays back the path is direct with solid extension.
Power: 92 mph exit velocity.
Run: 7.18 runner in the 60.  

Sean Brush RHP / Martin County, FL / 2022

Positional Profile: RHP - Uncommitted
Body: 6-foot-4, 197-pounds. Tall, long frame. Thick legs with wide hips and shoulders.

Jaycob Caseres C / 2B / Community School of Naples, FL / 2021

Positional Profile: C/2B - Uncommitted
Body: 5-foot-9, 173-pounds. Thick frame with athleticism to boot. Present strength in the upper half.
Defense: 2.18-2.29 pop times. Quick but controlled transfer. Smooth footwork and mobility to dirt balls.
Arm: RH. Short, quick arm. Comes over the top with true spin to aid accuracy to the bag. Solid mechanics.
Hit: LHH. Athletic set up. Weight balanced with feet shoulder width apart. Hands cocked back with high elbow. Utilizes a leg kick to create rhythm and timing. Can get long with the hands but finds the barrel consistently. Lift in the swing.
Power: 89 mph exit velocity.
Run: 7.99 runner in the 60.  

Kolton Curtis 1B / SS / Bishop Verot, FL / 2022

Positional Profile: 1B/SS - Uncommitted
Body: 6-foot-3, 160-pounds. Wiry, long frame. Thin build. High waisted with plenty of room for added weight.
Defense: Athletic defender whose feet work well around the bag.
Arm: RH. INF - 80 mph. Long arm throughout. Gets the body behind the throw with enough arm strength across the diamond.
Hit: Switch. Wide stance. Weight on the back leg with hands behind ear and high elbow. Fires the hips to get the bat through efficiently and stays on plane through contact. Can get out on front leg from the right side at times.
Power: 82 mph exit velocity.
Run: 8.08 runner in the 60. 

Kyle Derrenbacker OF / RHP / Jensen Beach , FL / 2022

Positional Profile: OF/RHP - Uncommitted
Body: 5-foot-11, 155-pounds. Lean, athletic frame. Wide shoulders.
Defense: Chops feet behind ball. Momentum moving towards the target with carry on the throws.
Arm: RH. OF - 85 mph. Clean, easy throws, accurate to target.
Hit: RHH. Athletic stance, knees bent with a slightly open stance. Hands above shoulder with barrel laying flat. Down to, up through path. Slices balls at times but when he stays through he drives balls to the pull side with backspin.
Power: 90 mph exit velocity.
Run: 7.27 runner in the 60. 

Dylan Dudones RHP / RHP / Fleming Island, FL / 2021

Positional Profile: RHP/RHP - Uncommitted
Body: 6-foot-3, 170-pounds. Very long legs. Lanky frame with wide shoulders.

Christian Galindo RHP / Flanagan, FL / 2022

Positional Profile: RHP - Uncommitted
Body: 5-foot-7, 176-pounds. Stocky, durable frame with big hands and feet.

Luis Gomez 1B / RHP / Wellington , FL / 2022

Positional Profile: 1B/RHP - Uncommitted
Body: 6-foot, 200-pounds. Thick, durable frame with above average strength.
Defense: 2.20-2.40 pop times. Chops feet behind the ball. Breaks down well with two hand gather. Can get heavy feet at times behind the plate but when controlled he receives much quieter.
Arm: RH. INF - 80 mph. Longer arm across the diamond. Accurate throws to the bag. Can get on the side of the ball from behind the plate at times.
Hit: RHH. Slightly open stance. Knees bent with weight balanced. Hands up behind the head with barrel tilt. Direct path. Gets on plane early with a quick and powerful swing.
Power: 93 mph exit velocity.
Run: 8.02 runner in the 60.  

Tommy Gualtieri OF / RHP / Saint John Paul II Academy, FL / 2023

Positional Profile: OF/RHP - Uncommitted
Body: 5-foot-9, 165-pounds. Stocky frame. Lean build with present athleticism and potential for added strength.
Defense: Controlled footwork as he closes space in the OF with momentum moving forward.
Arm: RH. OF - 69 mph. Long arm action. Rushes to get over the top at times.
Hit: RHH. Weight back with knees bent as he gets in the legs well. Hands loose in front of the shoulder creates a subtle slide step to create rhythm forward. Fires the hips well and shows a level bat path with hard liners to the pull side.
Power: 86 mph exit velocity.
Run: 7.17 runner in the 60. 

Carter Hewitt 3B / 1B / McCallie, FL / 2022

Positional Profile: 3B/1B - Uncommitted
Body: 6-foot-2, 190-pounds. Tall frame with strength throughout. Matured but still room for added weight.
Defense: Chops feet and breaks down on time. Fields to throw for quick release.
Arm: RH. INF - 87 mph. Short to long. Comes over the top with true spin and plenty on the throw. Accurate to the bag.
Hit: RHH. Wider stance. Weight back with hands above shoulder. Utilizes a toe tap to stay behind the ball. Fires the hips and shows a fast strong swing with a level bat path.
Power: 96 mph exit velocity.
Run: 7.64 runner in the 60.  

Joshua Hogue SS / 3B / Palm Beach Gardens , FL / 2022

Positional Profile: SS/3B - Uncommitted
Body: 6-foot-1, 165-pounds. Lean, athletic frame with long arms. Strength in the lower half.
Defense: Smooth footwork to the ball. Takes momentum forward to get the most out of the arm.
Arm: RH. INF - 77 mph. OF - 79 mph. Quick arm with good separation. Over the top release with true spin on most throws.
Hit: Switch. Open stance. Weight slightly back with knees bent. Hands behind ear with barrel cocked. Direct, compact swing with extension through contact from both sides.
Power: 92 mph exit velocity.
Run: 7.07 runner in the 60.  

Mason Holman OF / 1B / Cooper City , FL / 2022

Positional Profile: OF/1B - Uncommitted
Body: 6-foot, 155-pounds. Very lean frame. High waisted with long arms.
Defense: Under control. Smooth footwork with weight behind ball and momentum moving forward.
Arm: LH. INF - 71 mph. OF - 73 mph. Long in the back, short out front. Cuts it off at times. 3/4 slot.
Hit: LHH. Slightly open. Weight balanced and rocks the weight back to create rhythm. Casts the hands which causes him to get around. Direct on inside pitches with a smooth quick swing when he stays within himself.
Power: 88 mph exit velocity.
Run: 7.11 runner in the 60. 

Joseph Husey RHP / OF / Home School, FL / 2022

Positional Profile: RHP/OF - Uncommitted
Body: 6-foot-1, 161-pounds. High waisted. Athletic frame with room to grow.

Delivery: Up tempo windup. Rhythmic and smooth weight transfer. Drop and drive delivery.
Arm Action: Whip like arm action. Quick and loose from a low 3/4 slot with consistent deceleration.
FB: T81, 78-80 mph. Hard 4 seamers to the top and bottom of the zone.
CB: 64-65 mph.
SL: 65-68 mph. Quick late break with 11/5 shape.
CH: 72-74 mph. Fades. Circle change action.

Mason Jantomaso C / 3B / Winter Haven, FL / 2022

Positional Profile: C/3B - Uncommitted
Body: 5-foot-9, 180-pounds. Stocky build, thick frame with strength in the legs.
Defense: 2.25-2.32 pop times. Under control with the transfer. Quick footwork and gets a good base to throw from. Drops to knees efficiently and squares up dirt balls.
Arm: RH. Short to long. Gets the momentum in the right direction to aid true throws to the bag.
Hit: LHH. Open stance, weight inside the back leg with hands low and loose. Smooth swing from the leg side. Creates negative movement in hands creating separation and leverage that allow for a clean, efficient bat path and a mature approach.
Power: 90 mph exit velocity.
Run: 7.58 runner in the 60.  

Bryan Leon SS / OF / Somerset Academy, FL / 2024

Positional Profile: SS/OF - Uncommitted
Body: 5-foot-7, 140-pounds. Wiry, thin frame. Long build with a chance to add plenty of weight.
Defense: Moves under control, athletically, above average actions for class.
Arm: RH. INF - 72 mph. OF - 77 mph. Arm works, going to make big jumps as he matures and adds strength.
Hit: RHH. Weight balanced. Knees slightly bent with hands straight back and elbow up. Slight leg kick to shift the weight back. Clears the hips well to allow the barrel to follow quickly and efficient. Solid barrel control through the zone and takes a full swing with a line drive approach.
Power: 87 mph exit velocity.
Run: 7.77 runner in the 60. 

Ivan Markel OF / 3B / Boca Raton Community , FL / 2021

Positional Profile: OF/3B - Uncommitted
Body: 6-foot-1, 190-pounds. Strong frame, thick build.
Defense: Solid first step. Weight low with eyes behind the ball. Fields with momentum moving towards the target with a quick release.
Arm: RH. INF - 73 mph. OF - 82 mph. Reaches back and creates separation. High 3/4 slot with full finish.
Hit: RHH. Even stance, weight balanced with hands cocked with slight barrel tilt. Can be rotational at times trying to do too much. When he stays within himself he's down to the ball and creates backspin with a level bat path.
Power: 93 mph exit velocity.
Run: 7.40 runner in the 60.  

Caleb Martos OF / 2B / Westminster Academy, FL / 2022

Positional Profile: OF/3B - Uncommitted
Body: 5-foot-11, 145-pounds. Lean, athletic frame. High waisted with quick twitch ability.
Defense: Uses the speed to get in good position behind the ball.
Arm: RH. OF - 80 mph. Short, quick arm and extension out front.
Hit: RHH. Athletic, slightly open stance. Hands up above shoulder with barrel tilted. Cocks the hands in the slot before he fires to get on plane early. Hips clear and the barrel stays above the hands to allow for consistent hard contact.
Power: 87 mph exit velocity.
Run: 6.81 runner in the 60. Quick burst with smooth strides, good form. 

Nalor Melendez LHP / OF / Home School, FL / 2022

Positional Profile: LHP/OF - Uncommitted
Body: 5-foot-9, 141-pounds. Stocky, athletic build.

Jake Ondich 1B / LHP / William T Dwyer, FL / 2023

Positional Profile: 1B/LHP - Uncommitted
Body: 6-foot-3, 240-pounds. Large, durable frame. Thick build with big legs.
Defense: Chops feet and breaks down behind the ball. Bends at the waist at times but keeps the hands out front with a two hand gather.
Arm: LH. INF - 72 mph. Straight back and quick over the top. Creates carry.
Hit: RHH. Tall setup, slight bend in the knees with weight even. Subtle leg kick to draw the weight back. Stays on the backside well. When he gets the arms extended he's quick and on plane, staying through the ball.
Power: 92 mph exit velocity.
Run: 8.16 runner in the 60.  

Dean Polimeni Jr OF / 2B / St John Paul II Academy , FL / 2023

Positional Profile: OF/2B - Uncommitted
Body: 5-foot-9, 155-pounds. Lean frame, stocky build with strong shoulders.
Defense: Solid first step, chops feet behind ball with glove out front and momentum towards target to aid the throw.
Arm: RH. INF - 75 mph. OF - 79 mph. Long arm. Still fairly quick with carry to the target.
Hit: RHH. Even stance with weight balanced. Hands above shoulder with elbow straight back and bat wiggle. Knee to knee leg kick to create rhythm and timing. Reaches straight back with the hands and displays some barrel control through the zone with an up the middle approach.
Power: 83 mph exit velocity.
Run: 7.78 runner in the 60.  

Braden Rapp C / 3B / Vero Beach, FL / 2023

Positional Profile: C/3B - Uncommitted
Body: 5-foot-10, 180-pounds. Thick frame, strong lower half.
Defense: 2.05-2.12 pop times. Quick, concise footwork. Wide base with fluid hips. Moves well laterally to dirt balls.
Arm: RH. Short, over the top action. Fast arm with carry.
Hit: RHH. Athletic stance, weight on the inside of the back leg. Slightly open. Hands low and loose.  Down to up through path. Takes weight to the ball with the barrel tight in the turn. Optimal extension.
Power: 89 mph exit velocity.
Run: 7.72 runner in the 60.  

Ryan Rasmussen C / OF / Pembroke Pines Charter , FL / 2021

Positional Profile: C/OF - Uncommitted
Body: 6-foot, 160-pounds. Long, lanky frame. Has a chance to lean out with added strength.
Defense: 2.01-2.08 pop times. Receives softly. Works underneath and presents pitches.
Arm: RH. Strong arm with carry.
Hit: RHH. Slightly open. Weight in the legs with tall upper body. Hands cocked above the shoulder. Sinks into the legs and rocks back to create timing and separation. Gets on plane early with a line drive approach.
Power: 96 mph exit velocity.
Run: 7.11 runner in the 60. 

Trevor Robb LHP / 1B / Glades Day, FL / 2023

Positional Profile: LHP/1B - Uncommitted
Body: 6-foot-1, 190-pounds. Filled out, strong frame. Durable build.
Defense: Works behind the ball. Fields in the center with a 2 hand gather and eyes low.
Arm: RH. INF - 64 mph. Long to short. Flicks wrists upon release creating carry on the throw.
Hit: LHH. Even stance, weight balanced. Hands loose in front of shoulder with barrel tilt. Can collapse on the front side at times but shows a quick turn and efficient bat path when he stays balanced.
Power: 90 mph exit velocity.
Run: 7.82 runner in the 60. 

Jeremy Santiago SS / 2B / Lake Brantley , FL / 2022

Positional Profile: SS/2B - Uncommitted
Body: 5-foot-7, 130-pounds. Lean frame. Present strength in the frame.
Defense: Active feet in the infield. Stays behind the ball and moves through the ball. Two hand funnel with momentum towards the target.
Arm: RH. INF - 74 mph. Athletic, fast arm action. Short to long.
Hit: RHH. Athletic stance, wide base with hands cocked and barrel tilted. Utilizes a rocker step to create rhythm and separation. Stays on the backside consistently with a strong, level swing.
Power: 81 mph exit velocity.
Run: 7.55 runner in the 60. 

Zachary Santiso 3B / RHP / Sebastian River, FL / 2022

Positional Profile: 3B/RHP - Uncommitted
Body: 5-foot-10, 165-pounds. Athletic, strong frame. Present strength throughout.
Defense: Worked under control through the ball.
Arm: RH. INF - 73 mph. OF - 82 mph. Simple, compact, accurate.
Hit: LHH. Weight on back leg. Knees slightly bent. Energy in hip hinge. Movement in hands up behind the ear. Fires the hips consistently. Bat follows efficiently with slight lift and authority through the baseball.
Power: 91 mph exit velocity.
Run: 7.23 runner in the 60. 

Brayden Slade C / OF / Monarch, FL / 2023

Positional Profile: C/OF - Uncommitted
Body: 5-foot-11, 150-pounds. Lanky, wiry frame. Plenty of room for added growth.
Defense: 2.18-2.27 pop times. Transfers weight well. Keeps the feet underneath him with concise movements laterally.
Arm: RH. Very short action. Fast over the top with backspin on the throws.
Hit: RHH. Tall stance, weight slightly back with hands in the slot above the shoulder. Controlled swing with barrel control. On plane early with good extension through contact.
Power: 83 mph exit velocity.
Run: 7.37 runner in the 60.  

Zachary Staples 1B / RHP / SLW Centennial , FL / 2023

Positional Profile: 1B/RHP - Uncommitted
Body: 6-foot-2, 220-pounds. Large, matured frame. Big, strong lower half.
Defense: Fields with ball centered to the body. Smothers it well at first. Bends at the waist occasionally.
Arm: RH. INF - 73 mph. Short to long. Can push at times.
Hit: RHH. Straight up stance. Feet closer together, weight on the back leg. Stays inside the ball well with good direction. Level path. Needs to hit off the stiff front side more consistently.
Power: 92 mph exit velocity.
Run: 8.38 runner in the 60. 

Jesse Sullivan C / 3B / Jupiter, FL / 2023

Positional Profile: C/3B - Uncommitted
Body: 5-foot-11, 170-pounds. Durable, thick frame. Present strength in the upper body.
Defense: 2.11-2.28 pop times. Under control with smooth weight transfer. Sure handed with some mobility.
Arm: RH. Straight to ear with good follow through to aid carry on throwdowns.
Hit: RHH. Wider stance. Weight slightly leaning forward. Subtle movement in hands. Level bat path. Can get around it at times. When he engages the hips and core he's strong and quick through the turn.
Power: 93 mph exit velocity.
Run: 7.76 runner in the 60.  

Omar Urrutia C / RHP / Palm Beach Central , FL / 2023

Positional Profile: C/RHP - Uncommitted
Body: 5-foot-10, 170-pounds. Athletic, stocky build. Chance to add strength to the frame.
Defense: 2.00-2.26 pop times. Smooth, quick footwork with a strong base and soft hands.
Arm: RH. Quick arm action and fast out front.
Hit: RHH. Weight balanced. Hands low and loose with some negative movement. Short compact swing. Stays inside well creating torque in the barrel. Gap to gap approach.
Power: 89 mph exit velocity.
Run: 7.52 runner in the 60. 

Lucas Valencia OF / LHP / Palm Beach Gardens, FL / 2025

Positional Profile: OF/LHP - Uncommitted
Body: 5-foot-10, 135-pounds. Long, skinny frame. High waisted with room to fill out.
Defense: Bigger prep steps can throw off timing but he smothers it well with a two hand gather.
Arm: LH. INF - 67 mph. OF - 67 mph. Long to short. Brings it down and can rush to get it over at times. When he's straight back it allows much more room for the arm to clear efficiently.
Hit: LHH. Tall upper body. Energy in the legs with weight on the backside. Hands cocked by ear with flat barrel. A tad long at times but gets the barrel on plane and displays high contact ability. Sprays line drives to middle/pull side.
Power: 73 mph exit velocity.
Run: 8.08 runner in the 60. 

Josh Valente C / RHP / Oviedo, FL / 2021

Positional Profile: C/RHP - Uncommitted
Body: 6-foot, 185-pounds. Strong, lean frame. Thick lower half.
Defense: 2.19-2.22 pop times. Flashes upside with receiving. Needs to get a little more consistent with the footwork.
Arm: RH. Gets a little long with the arm. Smoother transfers and more accuracy when he stays within himself.
Hit: RHH. Slightly opened. Athletic stance with weight on the back leg. Hands high with barrel flat. Negative movement in hands to create separation. Displays a strong, quick swing with a line drive approach when he gets the front foot down on time.
Power: 88 mph exit velocity.
Run: 7.88 runner in the 60. 

Adrian Vidal SS / 2B / Florida Christian, FL / 2023

Positional Profile: SS/2B - Uncommitted
Body: 6-foot-1, 175-pounds. Durable strong fram it's potential to add to it.
Defense:  Chops feet behind ball. Two hand gather with quick release.
Arm: RH. INF - 81 mph. Short to long. Follows throws well with carry across the diamond.
Hit: RHH. Tall stance. Feet closer together with hands high above the shoulder. Short compact swing with slight lift at times. Consistently balanced throughout the swing
Power: 86 mph exit velocity.
Run: 7.72 runner in the 60.  

Dallas Webb SS / 2B / Hollins, FL / 2022

Positional Profile: SS/2B - Uncommitted
Body: 6-foot, 185-pounds. Lean, long limbs. High waisted.
Defense: Smooth footwork. Times up hops. Fields to the throw with momentum going to the target.
Arm: RH. INF - 80 mph. Quick, clean arm action with enough strength across the infield.
Hit: LHH. Even stance. Wider base in the legs. Tall upper body with hands right above the shoulder. Can get rotational due to lack of rhythm in the load. When he gets the weight back he stays through balls really well with a smooth, level swing.
Power: 87 mph exit velocity.
Run: 7.63 runner in the 60.  

Gavin Whitney LHP / OF / Saint John Paul II Academy , FL / 2023

Positional Profile: LHP/OF - Uncommitted
Body: 6-foot-1, 170-pounds. Tall body, high waisted. Lean build.

Samuel Wooley OF / RHP / St. John Paul II, FL / 2023

Positional Profile: OF/RHP - Uncommitted
Body: 6-foot, 145-pounds. Lanky, wiry frame. Room for growth.
Defense: Athletic through the ball in the outfield
Arm: RH. INF - 74 mph. OF - 78 mph. clean arm action
Hit: RHH. Athletic stance, knees slightly bent with weight in the legs. some length and a bit rotational, but had a feel for the barrel and stays in the zone.
Power: 82 mph exit velocity.
Run: 7.84 runner in the 60.