2020 High School Virtual State Battle

Brayden Lybarger RHP / 1B / Elida, OH / 2021

Why The Starting Pitcher: 6-6, 180-pound righty with electric stuff. Everytime we get the pleasure of seeing Brayden we come away impressed. Whether it is for Elida HS, Team Ohio at the Future Games or for Bo Jackson Elite, this lanky righty has no-hit type arsenal at his disposal.

The Repertoire:

• Fastball: 90-93
• Curveball: 72-74
• Changeup: 81-83
• Slider: 80-85

College Commitment: Michigan

2019 Stats: 45.1 IP, 50 K

Logan Danzeisen RHP / OF / Sylvania Southview, OH / 2020

Quick Look: 6-2, 185-pound righty that has reportedly been up to 95 mph this spring. An impressive two-way prospect, Danzeisen can do it all, but his highest upside is likely on the mound and for good reason as he is fun to watch compete!

The Repertoire:

• Fastball: 87-90 (reportedly up to 95 mph)
• Curveball: 76-78
• Changeup: 80-81

College Commitment: Purdue

2019 Stats: 54.2 IP, 6-3, 1.75 ERA, 83 K | 31-86, .360 AVG, 7 2B, 3 3B, 1 HR, 24 R, 26 RBIs, 11 SB, 14 BB

Caden Kline LHP / OF / Defiance, OH / 2020

Quick Look: 6-4, 185-pound southpaw with high upside. The future Buckeye has the ideal frame with long levers. Fastball with run that is complimented by swing and miss offspeed pitches.

The Repertoire:

• Fastball: 87-90
• Curveball: 76-77
• Changeup: 75-76
• Slider: 77-78

College Commitment: Ohio State

2019 Stats: 45.2 IP, 68 K

Ty Roder RHP / Anthony Wayne, OH / 2021

Quick Look: 6-2, 185-pound righty with a good arsenal of stuff. Easy, effortless delivery from this right-hander. Pounds the zone well. Look for velo to continue to climb.

The Repertoire:

• Fastball: 86-89
• Curveball: 72-75
• Changeup: 76-78

Connar Penrod RHP / SS / Wauseon, OH / 2021

Quick Look: 6-2, 180-pound right-handed arm. Three-sport stud at Wauseon (Football/Basketball). Deceptive/funky delivery with clean arm action. The fastball shows good spinrate on Rapsodo. A live arm that has much more in the tank.

The Repertoire:

• Fastball: 85-88
• Curveball: 68-72
• Changeup: 71-72
• Slider: 70-71

College Commitment: Bowling Green State University

2019 Stats: 48.2 IP, 4-2, 1 SV, 75 K

Landon Willeman RHP / 3B / Napoleon, OH / 2020

Quick Look: 6-0, 165-pound righty who is brother of MLB draft pick Zach Willeman. Long but smooth over the top arm action. Good mechanics that should help to continued velo gain.

The Repertoire:

• Fastball: 85-88
• Curveball: 72-75
• Changeup: 75-77

Levi Gazarek RHP / SS / North Baltimore, OH / 2020

Quick Look: 6-5, 225-pound athletic right-hander. Two-sport commit at BGSU (football). Throws a heavy fastball that is complimented by a few offspeed pitches.

The Repertoire:

• Fastball: 85-88
• Curveball: 64-67
• Changeup: 75-76
• Slider: 70-73
• Splitter: 69-72

College Commitment: Bowling Green State University

2019 Stats: 33-73, .452 AVG. 13 2B, 2 3B, 2 HR, 33 R, 22 RBIs, 14 SB, 12 BB | 48.1 IP, 2.03 ERA, 89 K

Spencer Atkins RHP / OF / Sylvania Northview, OH / 2020

Quick Look: 6-1, 175-pound frame with room to fill. Arm works with a lengthy path through a ¾ arm slot. Slightly above average arm speed. Smooth delivery with repeatable actions. Fastball shows arm-side movement

The Repertoire:

• Fastball: 86-89
• Curveball: 74-76
• Changeup: 79-80
• Slider: 74-75

College Commitment: University of Akron

Luke Borer RHP / SS / Perrysburg, OH / 2020

Quick Look: 6-0, 175-pound athletic right-hander. Two-way who is going to OU. Quick arm action paired with an efficient lower half. Very efficient and ideal delivery.  In the zone most of the time with all three pitches.

The Repertoire:

• Fastball: 85-89
• Curveball: 71-74
• Changeup: 72-73
• Slider: 75-77

College Commitment: Ohio University

Jack Olberding LHP / OF / Minster, OH / 2020

Quick Look: 6-0, 170-pound southpaw. Two-way commit to Toledo. Obvious athleticism on the mound. Good mover with a fluid tempo. Everything comes together pretty well. Arm is on time, loose while coming through a high-¾ slot.

The Repertoire:

• Fastball: 85-87
• Curveball: 75-77
• Changeup: 68-74
• Slider: 72-74
• Knuckle: 64-65

Patrick Dillon RHP / 1B / Findlay, OH / 2020

Quick Look: Big, physical arm at 6-foot-3, 215-pounds who has possesses plenty of strength. Simple delivery with slower motion that requires effort. Arm works well with evident strength. When the arm is on time has potential to be electric.

The Repertoire:

• Fastball: 84-89
• Curveball: 72-74
• Changeup: 76-78
• Slider: 75-78
  

College Commitment: Toledo

Landon Price LHP / 1B / Lincolnview, OH / 2022

Quick Look: 5-10, 170-pound smooth-throwing lefty. High pitchability. Throws both pitches in the zone consistently on both sides of the plate. High leg kick with fast arm action. Sits back and drives through delivery. Ideal delivery to develop with. Look for the velo to continue to climb.

The Repertoire:

• Fastball: 84-85
• Curveball: 67-70
• Changeup: 73-74

College Commitment: Ohio State

2019 Stats: 34.1 IP, 4-0, 1 SV, 1.22 ERA, 49 K

Luke Krouse LHP / OF / Antwerp, OH / 2022

Quick Look: 6-2, 180-pound southpaw with smooth/clean delivery with loose arm action from a high-¾ arm slot. The velo will continue to climb. Two good offspeed pitches to compliment the fastball with run. Also a two-way guy as a first basemen with a nice swing.

The Repertoire:

• Fastball: 78-81, T83
• Curveball: 68-70
• Changeup: 71-72

College Commitment: Uncommitted

2019 Stats: 42.1 IP, 6-0, 1 SV, 0.66 ERA, 56 K | .446 AVG, 14 2B, 2 HR, 19 R, 29 RBIs, 13 BB

Logan Maxwell OF / Lima Shawnee, OH / 2021

Quick Look: 5-10, 165-pound top of the order left-handed hitter. Simple, yet athletic actions before pulling the trigger. Swing finds plane very early allowing to use the entire field while creating a large timing window. Won’t overwhelm you with burst but records multi hit games almost every time we see him.

The Tools:

• 60 Time: 6.85
• Position Velocity- Outfield: 78
• Exit Velocity: 90

College Commitment: TCU

2019 Stats: 39-105, .371 AVG, 7 2B, 3 3B, 1 HR, 32 R, 22 RBIs, 11 BB, 17 SB

Kyle Jackson SS / OF / Bowling Green, OH / 2020

Quick Look: 6-2, 185-pound smooth-swinging left-handed hitter. Visibly quick hands from the left side of the plate. Bat speed is above average. Natural lift with the ability to hit to all fields. Noticeable burst through the zone.

The Tools:

• 60 Time: 6.99
• Position Velocity- Infield: 78
• Exit Velocity: 90

College Commitment: Kent State

2019 Stats: 45-84, .536 AVG, 10 2B, 1 3B, 1 HR, 30 R, 27 RBIs, 18 BB, 13 SB

Kade Kern OF / RHP / Archbold, OH / 2020

Quick Look: 6-0, 195-pound uber-athletic outfielder. One of the more dynamic talents anywhere. Can smash at the plate, run the bases well and cover the outfield with the best of them in the entire 2020 class. Explosive swing with all the measureables you would want.

The Tools:

• 60 Time: 6.61
• Position Velocity- Outfield: 94
• Exit Velocity: 102

College Commitment: Ohio State

2019 Stats: 44-102, .431 AVG, 8 2B, 2 3B, 3 HR, 38 R, 32 RBIs, 10 SB

Luke Borer RHP / SS / Perrysburg, OH / 2020

Quick Look: 6-0, 195-pound two-way commit to OU. Received national attention this spring when he hit four bombs in one game. It wasn't just four home runs, it was the home run cycle. Finds plane early, allowing him to use the entire field. Stays away from the lines generally, driving the ball to the big part of the field.

The Tools:

• 60 Time: 6.89
• Position Velocity- Infield: 85
• Exit Velocity: 92

College Commitment: Ohio University

2019 Stats: 42-101, .416 AVG, 9 2B, 2 3B, 5 HR, 26 R, 28 RBIs, 8 BB

Lex Boedicker SS / 3B / Bath, OH / 2021

Quick Look: 6-0, 190-pound left-handed hitter that has an advanced combination of strength and hands speed for class. Swing was electric at times, spraying it all over the yard. Type of bat who has a chance to hit for average and occasional power.

The Tools:

• 60 Time: 7.42
• Position Velocity- Infield: 71
• Exit Velocity: 92

College Commitment: Central Florida

2019 Stats: 30-64, .469 AVG, 12 2B, 3 3B, 27 R

Logan Danzeisen RHP / OF / Sylvania Southview, OH / 2020

Quick Look: 6-2, 185-pound left-handed hitter. Headed to Pudue as a pitcher, but for this team can play a multitude of positions (1B/OF/P). Shows a smooth stoke at the plate with gap-to-gap pop.

The Tools (From 2018):

• 60 Time: 7.13
• Position Velocity- Infield: 85
  
• Position Velocity- Outfield: 90
• Exit Velocity: 92

College Commitment: Purdue

2019 Stats: 54.2 IP, 6-3, 1.75 ERA, 83 K | 31-86, .360 AVG, 7 2B, 3 3B, 1 HR, 24 R, 26 RBIs, 11 SB, 14 BB

Scott Mackiewicz Jr SS / 2B / Lake, OH / 2020

Quick Look: 5-11, 170-pound left-handed stick. Smooth stroke. Natural hitter. Swing movements are fluid and efficient prior to trigger. Impressed with his combination of feel and natural tools.

The Tools (From 2018):

• 60 Time: 6.75
• Position Velocity- Infield: 77
• Exit Velocity: 87

Drew Collins OF / OF / Oregon Clay, OH / 2020

Quick Look: 6-2, 170-pound smooth-swinging lefty. Fluid motions generating momentum through an inward turn. Level bat path through the zone. Showcases the ability to hit to all fields.

The Tools:

• 60 Time: 6.92
• Position Velocity- Outfield: 84
• Exit Velocity: 91

Nathan Miller C / Bryan, OH / 2020

Quick Look: 6-1, 195-pound backstop. 4-year starter for a top program in Bryan high school. A QB/S for the football team, Miller showcases true leadership skills.

The Tools:

• 60 Time: 7.20
• Pop Time: 1.95-2.05
  
• Position Velocity- Catcher: 78
• Exit Velocity: 95

College Commitment: Uncommitted

2018/2019 Stats: .400 AVG, 13 2B, 4 HR, 51 R, 38 RBIs

Levi Gazarek RHP / SS / North Baltimore, OH / 2020

Quick Look: 6-6, 225-pound infielder with athletic physique. Obvious physicality at the plate with a middle of the lineup look to him. Strength is a big tool and ball really jumps when squared.

The Tools (From 2018):

• 60 Time: 7.30
• Position Velocity- Infield: 83
• Exit Velocity: 90

College Commitment: Bowling Green State University

2019 Stats: 33-73, .452 AVG. 13 2B, 2 3B, 2 HR, 33 R, 22 RBIs, 14 SB, 12 BB | 48.1 IP, 2.03 ERA, 89 K

Jack Olberding LHP / OF / Minster, OH / 2020

Quick Look: 6-0, 170-pound athletic framed outfielder.  Lefty swinger with an aggressive stroke. Physical kid with all the tools to hit in the heart of a lineup. Ball jumps off barrel in BP. Swing really works. Hit tool will translate to next level.

The Tools:

• 60 Time: 7.07
• Position Velocity- Outfield: 88
• Exit Velocity: 93

College Commitment: Toledo

2019 Stats: .444 AVG, 13 2B, 4 3B, 3 HR, 38 R, 31 RBIs, 11 BB, 10 SB

Luke Krouse LHP / OF / Antwerp, OH / 2022

Quick Look: 6-0, 195-pound infielder/outfielder. Left-handed hitter. Has an upright, balanced set up in the box. Loading sequence has fluid actions. Has a level bat path through the zone, generating backspin to the gaps. Had an impressive freshman year and we were looking forward to the next step come sophomore season.

The Tools:

• 60 Time: 7.78
• Position Velocity- Infield: 75
• Exit Velocity: 87

College Commitment: Uncommitted

2019 Stats: 42.1 IP, 6-0, 1 SV, 0.66 ERA, 56 K | .446 AVG, 14 2B, 2 HR, 19 R, 29 RBIs, 13 BB

Landon Willeman RHP / 3B / Napoleon, OH / 2020

Quick Look: 6-foot 165-pound athletic frame. One of the top gloves around at the hot corner with the arm to match. At the plate, showcases a level swing with a linedrive approach.

The Tools:

• 60 Time: 7.45
• Position Velocity- Outfield: 84
• Exit Velocity: 92

Patrick Dillon RHP / 1B / Findlay, OH / 2020

Quick Look: Big, physical arm at 6-3, 215-pound two-way. Physical stroke with a level path to contact. Simple swing in general that generates easy jump off the barrel.  Frame and skill set plays at the first base position. Moves with above average lateral mobility. Hands work at the position.

The Repertoire:

• 60 Time: 7.41
• Position Velocity- Infield: 84 
• Exit Velocity: 94

College Commitment: Toledo

Wyatt Hudepohl RHP / 1B / St Xavier, OH / 2020

Why The Starting Pitcher: 6-3, 195-pound righty with electric stuff. The future Wildcat has the ideal frame with long levers. A power arm that lit up the radar gun, sitting 90-92 mph throughout the first two innings in a game we were at last spring.

The Repertoire:

• Fastball: 90-93
• Curveball: 75-77
• Changeup: 82-84
• Slider: 78-81

Seth Logue RHP / SS / Moeller, OH / 2020

Quick Look: 6-1, 165-pound right-hander. Very mechanically sound and creates solid energy with his lower half. Advanced pitchability on each of his pitches.

The Repertoire:

• Fastball: 87-90
• Curveball: 77-79
• Changeup: 78-80

Austin Strickland RHP / OF / Moeller, OH / 2020

Quick Look: 6-1, 190-pound frame with room to add. Good mover on the mound with an athletic, easier delivery. Fastball sits in the upper-80s. Breaking ball is well above average stuff wise, coming in on an 11/5 plane with a solid combination of depth/sharpness at 74-75 mph. Stickland is a guy who just continued to get better each time we've seen him.

The Repertoire:

• Fastball: 86-89
• Curveball: 71-72
• Changeup: 78-81
• Slider: 74-75

College Commitment: Kentucky

2019 Stats: 43.2 IP, 7-2, 2.08 ERA, 46 K

Tristan Sipple LHP / 1B / Madison, OH / 2020

Quick Look: 6-0, 185-pound southpaw with a loose, easy delivery that he can repeat. Arm is clean through a high-¾ slot with physical signs of more velocity to come.The fastball is live, reaching 89 mph and showing late life down in the zone. Compliments the fastball with two quality breaking balls

The Repertoire:

• Fastball: 85-89
• Curveball: 73-75
• Slider: 77-78

College Commitment: North Carolina State

2019 Stats: 52.2 IP, 8-0, 2 SV, 1.06 ERA, 91 K

Justin Hornschemeier RHP / 1B / Moeller, OH / 2020

Quick Look: 6-4, 205-pound, physically-advanced, strong, well-proportioned strength, right-handed pitcher. Delivery is fluid and efficient. Offers a true three-pitch mix. Shows some arm-side run on the fastball.

The Repertoire:

• Fastball: 88-90, 92T
  
• Curveball: 69-73
• Changeup: 77-78

College Commitment: Wright State

Nathan Haberthier RHP / 1B / Lakota East, OH / 2020

Quick Look: 6-5, 205-pound big-bodied right-hander. The future Buckeye features a mid to upper-80s fastball that is complimented by a curveball with depth and a sharp slider.

The Repertoire:

• Fastball: 84-87
• Curveball: 69-71
• Changeup: 69-72

College Commitment: Ohio State

2019 Stats: 8-0, 1.08 ERA, 63 K

Spencer Giesting LHP / OF / Badin, OH / 2020

Quick Look: 6-3, 185-pound southpaw with upside. The lefty rolls through his delivery with fluidity, using a chest high leg lift into a drop and drive load. Near over the top slot with above average arm speed. Fastball sits in the mid-80s. Spins a 1/7 shaped breaking ball that has big action. Also features a slider that shows sharp dive with some side to side action.

The Repertoire:

• Fastball: 84-87
• Curveball: 66-67
• Changeup: 70-71
• Slider: 75-76

College Commitment: Charlotte

2019 Stats: 42.1 IP, 4-2, 1.49 ERA, 48 K

Sebastian Gongora 1B / LHP / Chaminade Julianne, OH / 2020

Quick Look: 6-4, 185-pound southpaw. Thin, athletic build with long levers. Throws from a ¾ arm slot. Has an upright trunk position with good posture throughout delivery. Fastball works through a good downward plane. Showed some slight fade to the arm-side.  Big 12/6 type curve with good depth. Changeup that shows nice fade to the arm-side.

The Repertoire:

• Fastball: 83-87
• Curveball: 71-72
• Changeup: 73-74

College Commitment: Sinclair CC

2019 Stats: 61 IP, 9-0, 1.15 ERA, 87 K | 29-87, .333 AVG, 9 2B, 2 3B, 21 R, 28 RBIs, 10 SB

Drew Bachman LHP / Lakota East, OH / 2021

Quick Look: Good athlete with a 6-foot-4, 185-pound frame. The southpaw shows explosive stuff topping 89 mph with the fastball and sitting 85-87 mph. Attacks hitters with the pitch that he movs around the zone. Complemented the fastball with a sharp slider that is a true swing/miss pitch. The pitch has good depth with tight spin, dropping off the table late in the zone.

The Repertoire:

• Fastball: 84-89
• Curveball: 74-76
• Changeup: 77-79
• Slider: 74-77

Cole Harting OF / OF / Mason, OH / 2020

Quick Look: 6-0, 170-pound athletic framed outfielder. Speed shows in all aspects of his game ... whether it is running down balls in the outfield, getting down the line, or being active on the bases. At the plate, he has a quick, compact swing that attacks the inner half of the baseball. Generates natural backspin with some pop.

The Tools:

• 60 Time: 6.66
• Position Velocity- Outfield: 79
• Exit Velocity: 88

College Commitment: Cincinnati

2019 Stats: 34-85, .400 AVG, 5 2B, 6 3B, 7 HR, 33 R, 28 RBIs, 16 SB, 14 BB

Kurtis Reid SS / RHP / Hamilton, OH / 2021

Quick Look: An uber athletic kid with a 6-2, 180-pound high waist/broad shoulder frame that will support more added strength. Skill set is advanced on both sides of the ball. His quick, strong arm allows him to make throws from all over while his clean hands allow him to scoop up ground balls with ease.

The Tools:

• 60 Time: 6.82
• Position Velocity- Infield: 85
• Exit Velocity: 89

College Commitment: Louisville

2019 Stats: 27-79, .342 AVG, .438 OBP, 3 2B, 3 3B, 6 HR, 25 R, 23 RBIs, 12 SB

Devin Taylor OF / SS / LaSalle, OH / 2022

Quick Look: 6-0, 170-pound athletic framed outfielder.  Lefty swinger who has arguably the top hit tool the state to offer regardless of class. The total package in the box with knowledge of the zone, a path that runs into contact often, and natural tools to do damage. The sky is the limit for this young bat.

The Tools:

• 60 Time: 7.20
• Position Velocity- Outfield: 81
• Exit Velocity: 90

College Commitment: Indiana

2019 Stats: 31-70, .443 AVG, 8 2B, 3 3B, 3 HR, 16 R, 30 RBIs

William Cook 3B / RHP / Miamisburg, OH / 2021

Quick Look: 6-5, 190-pound athletic framed two-way. Left-handed hitter. Physical body with an upright setup in the box. Smooth, fluid load sequence with an uphill swing path, which creates natural lift.

The Tools:

• 60 Time: 7.39
• Position Velocity- Infield: 88
• Exit Velocity: 92

College Commitment: Louisville

2019 Stats: 31-67, .463 AVG, .539 OBP, 9 2B, 1 3B, 26 R, 22 RBIs

Boston Smith C / SS / Vandalia Butler, OH / 2021

Quick Look: 5-11, 180-pound athletic framed catcher. Left-handed hitting catcher. Swing is electric and generates easy juice. Ball looks different off his bat. Backspun everything in BP and scorched a few balls in game. Incorporates athletic movements that create balanced and consistent timing. Behind the dish he showed and above average skill set across the board. Good athlete back there.

The Tools:

• 60 Time: 6.84
• Pop Time: 1.89-2.00
  
• Position Velocity- Catcher: 78
• Exit Velocity: 100

College Commitment: Cincinnati

2019 Stats: 42-105, .400, 11 2B, 1 3B, 1 HR, 32 R, 24 RBIs, 17 SB

Lauden Brooks SS / 2B / Archbishop McNicholas, OH / 2021

Quick Look: 6-0, 180-pound middle-infielder. Right-handed hitter, Simple/smooth actions at the plate, Hands work well, staying short to the ball while showing fluidity in swing. 

College Commitment: Kentucky

2019 Stats: 36-69, .522 AVG, .641 OBP, 6 2B, 1 3B, 24 R, 22 RBIs, 27 SB, 14 BB, 9 HBP

Josh Overbeek 3B / C / Anderson, OH / 2021

Quick Look: 6-foot, 200-pound very well put together prospect. Aggressive swinger that generates a ton of energy into contact while creating angles with his body to lift the ball naturally. Hands stay quiet during his leg kick timing trigger.  Easy gap abilities with some loft power to pull side.  Athletic third baseman with clean actions. Feet work well and he can pick it a bit over there.

The Tools:

• 60 Time: 7.26
• Position Velocity- Infield: 81
• Exit Velocity: 95

College Commitment: Pittsburgh

2019 Stats: 28-68, .412 AVG, .494 OBP, 8 2B, 1 3B, 6 HR, 17 R, 23 RBIs

Hank Thomas 3B / OF / St. Xavier, OH / 2020

Quick Look:  6-5, 180 pounds. Taller, lean athlete with room to fill in. Hits from a wide stance showing quick hands while getting on plane early with pitches. Fluid swing process as he generates energy well in his load prior to attacking pitches with solid intent. Power stroking lefty with solid barrel action. Could play OF or 3B. As an outfielder he fields it great and works through the baseball very well. Footwork displayed nice mobility overall too. Also has nice glove action with his hands along with his athleticism in the infield.

The Tools:

• 60 Time: 7.12
  
•  Position Velocity- Infield: 81  
• Position Velocity- Outfield: 84
•  Exit Velocity: 90

Sebastian Gongora 1B / LHP / Chaminade Julianne, OH / 2020

Quick Look: 6-4, 185-pound left-handed hitter. Very fluid loading sequence, an easy back load with hands during leg kick timing trigger. Combination of barrel rhythm and loose hands create very early bat speed, natural plane, and authoritative whip through the zone. Finds the barrel often and can use the entire field. Top BP performer for the Prospects. Long-lever lefty that offers well above average speed and strength to hands. All fields pop with loft power to pull. Impressive combination of pop and feel. Smooth stroke that generates effortless pop. Can fill in at first base or outfield.

The Tools:

• 60 Time: 7.25
• Position Velocity- Infield: 78
• Exit Velocity: 90

College Commitment: Sinclair CC

2019 Stats: 61 IP, 9-0, 1.15 ERA, 87 K | 29-87, .333 AVG, 9 2B, 2 3B, 21 R, 28 RBIs, 10 SB

Harrison Johnson 3B / OF / Mason, OH / 2020

Quick Look: 6-1, 186-pound well put together prospect. Balanced stance before showing a back load to hands during his move out with lower half.  Uphill path to contact with obvious physicality. Uses all fields with a little extra juice to pull side. Has the versatility to play well defensively at third base and in the outfield. Projects more in the infield shows athleticism and ball skills to fill a corner spot, which we have on this Southwest Team.

The Tools:

• 60 Time: 7.07
• Position Velocity- Infield: 79  
• Position Velocity- Outfield: 79
• Exit Velocity: 90

Justin Silverstein SS / RHP / Turpin, OH / 2020

Quick Look: 6-2, 180-pound athletic framed outfielder. A well-rounded player who really looks the part defensively. Actions are athletic and ball skills are advanced. Plays with fluidity and maintains rhythm throughout fielding sequence. Can play three infield spots for the Southwest Team.

The Tools:

• 60 Time: 7.08
• Position Velocity- Infield: 80
• Exit Velocity: 85

College Commitment: Western Kentucky

2019 Stats: 36-87, .414 AVG, 13 2B, 2 3B, 2 HR, 25 R, 21 RBIs, 12 SB

Payton Ebbing C / 3B / Cincinnati Country Day, OH / 2022

Quick Look: 5-7, 175-pound physical frame. Athletic step from behind stance with quick bat speed. Ball flies off the bat with some surprising power. Big leg kick that translates into a ton of power. Able to spread the ball all over the field. Athletic behind the dish with a quick transition into throwdown.

The Tools:

• 60 Time: 7.45
• Pop Time: 1.91-1.97 
• Position Velocity- Catcher: 77 
• Exit Velocity: 91

College Commitment: Tennessee

2019 Stats: 35-78, .449 AVG, .562 OBP, 9 2B, 3 3B, 22 R, 37 RBIs, 8 SB

Gavin Bruni LHP / OF / Alliance, OH / 2021

Why The Starting Pitcher: At 6-3, 185-pounds, this southpaw has everything you want in an arm. Long/loose with advanced strength for class. Clean/effortless delivery. Incorporates his lower half well. High high upside arm.

The Repertoire:

• Fastball: 86-90
• Curveball: 72-73
• Changeup: 77-78

College Commitment: Ohio State

2019 Stats: 48 IP, 0.17 ERA, 87 K | .553 AVG, 11 3B, 33 R

Ben DeMell RHP / SS / Gilmour Academy, OH / 2021

Quick Look: 6-5, 185-pound right-handed pitcher. Penn State is getting a future star. Long levers and smooth delivery for the righty. Had a dominant year in 2019, leading his team futher than they have ever gone.

The Repertoire:

• Fastball: 85-88
• Curveball: 68-72
• Changeup: 73-74

College Commitment: Penn State

2019 Stats: 74.2 IP, 11-1, 0.28 ERA, 105 K | 44-94, .477 AVG, 6 2B, 8 3B, 2 HR, 45 R, 40 RBIs, 20 BB

Jacob Gehring RHP / 3B / South Range, OH / 2021

Quick Look: 6-2, 205-pound athletic righty with electric stuff. Two straight outstanding seasons, including leading his school to a state championship in his freshman campaign. True three-pitch pitcher with an impressive arsenal.

The Repertoire:

• Fastball: 88-90
• Changeup: 74-75
• Slider: 73-74

College Commitment: Ohio State

2019 Stats: 55.2 IP, 8-0, 1.10 ERA, 100 K | .415 AVG, 23 R, 18 RBIs

Andrew Clelland RHP / 1B / Harrison Central, OH / 2020

Quick Look: 6-5, 195-pound righty with ideal frame. Long levers help create an easy/clean arm. True-two way commit to Ohio State. Didn't have the year he wanted on the bump in 2019, but the future is bright.

The Repertoire:

• Fastball: 85-88
• Curveball: 69-71
• Changeup: 75-76

College Commitment: Ohio State

Chad Rogers RHP / 1B / Mentor, OH / 2020

Quick Look: 6-4, 195-pound righty with projectable frame. Another long-levered righty with an easy delivery that the ball jumps out of the hand.

The Repertoire:

• Fastball: 85-89
• Curveball: 70-73
• Changeup: 67-72

College Commitment: Penn State

2019 Stats: 31.2 IP, 5-1, 1.50 ERA, 39 K

Calvin Bickerstaff RHP / OF / Steubenville, OH / 2020

Quick Look: 6-4, 200-pound long and athletic right-handed pitcher that starts in a tall setup. Delivery is very fluent and repeatable. Generates a lot of momentum from his lower half. Strike foot lands slightly open upon impact. Releases the ball from a high ¾ arm slot with a long action. Throws a fastball with above average movement. Also offers a curveball with an 11-5 shaped break. Throws the pitch with heavy rotation.

The Repertoire:

• Fastball: 87-89
• Changeup: 78-79
• Slider: 77-79

College Commitment: Kent State

Trent Jones RHP / OF / Jackson, OH / 2020

Quick Look: 6-3, 190-pound right-handed pitcher with a very projectable frame with room to fill out. Arm is loose and fast.

The Repertoire:

• Fastball: 80-84
• Curveball: 70-72
• Changeup: 63-64

College Commitment: Ohio State

2019 Stats: 35.1 IP, 6-0, 1 SV, 0.61 ERA, 41 K

Connor Bailey RHP / OF / Walsh Jesuit, OH / 2020

Quick Look: 6-4, 185-pounds tall, physical athlete. Throws out of a ¾ arm slot displaying loose, clean arm action. Motion provides a tempo with an even rhythm and uses whole body very well. Solid mechanics overall. Fastball jumps on hitters quickly. Arm-side run action follows as his release looked effortless. Nice pitch options to utilize and great intent from him, working downhill.

The Repertoire:

• Fastball: 84-88
• Curveball: 73-75
• Changeup: 77-79
• Slider: 71-74
  

College Commitment: Xavier

Brandon Golubski LHP / OF / Tallmadge, OH / 2021

Quick Look: 6-3, 180-pound very projectable southpaw. Average tempo regular effort guy. Repeatable delivery through a ¾ arm slot. Everything works in one fluent motion. Ball comes out of the hand well. Tunnels offering with other pitches very well. Curveball shows 1/7 shape with good depth and sharp bite. Swing and miss type pitch. Changeup is a very effective pitch when located. Enough to keep guys off balance.

The Repertoire:

• Fastball: 87-89
• Curveball: 70-74
• Changeup: 78-79

College Commitment: Kent State

Jaden Varner LHP / OF / Waynedale, OH / 2021

Quick Look: 5-foot-10, 175-pound average framed southpaw. Fluid delivery without a ton of effort. Mobile lower half. Gets down the mound very well. Above average spin rate guy at 2200 rpms with low 90% spin efficiency on the fastball. Slider is a very sharp offering that has late action across the zone. Offers present swing/miss when in the zone.

The Repertoire:

• Fastball: 83-87
• Changeup: 78-79
• Slider: 73-77

College Commitment: Kent State

2019 Stats: 52.2 IP, 9-1, 1.40 ERA, 79 K | .402 AVG, 10 2B, 1 3B, 35 R, 10 RBIs, 18 SB, 11 BB

Gabriel Nard SS / RHP / St. Ignatius, OH / 2022

Quick Look: 5-11, 175-pound athletic frame. Showed last year that he has no fear and is a bulldog on the mound, as he started in the state championship game and was the winning pitcher. Easy arm action and clean delivery. High level two-way commit.

The Repertoire:

• Fastball: 84-88
• Curveball: 72-73
• Slider: 70-73
• Knuckle: 66-68
  

College Commitment: Duke

Andrew Jones SS / RHP / Brush, OH / 2022

Quick Look: Wiry 6-2 highly projectable framed two-way prospect. On the bump, arm action is fast, loose, from a high-¾ slot. Works with a rhythmic, quick-tempo, high knee up into slight hip turn. Ball jumps out of the hand in the low to mid-80s. Compliments the fastball with an aggressive mid-70s slider and a 12/6 curveball.

The Repertoire:

• Fastball: 80-85
• Curveball: 69-70
• Slider: 73-75

College Commitment: Ohio State

Tyler Pettorini SS / 3B / Wooster, OH / 2021

Quick Look: 6-foot, 175-pound infielder. Athletic motions in the box. Generates lower half momentum through a leg kick. Level bat path through the zone creating natural loft. Clean defensively. Pure athleticism shows in the field. Average glove skills with quick, soft hands.

The Tools:

• 60 Time: 6.84
•  Position Velocity- Infield: 81 
• Exit Velocity: 95

College Commitment: Ohio State

2019 Stats: 44-84, .524 AVG, 12 2B, 3 3B, 4 HR, 40 R, 36 RBIs, 21 SB, 18 BB

Michael McNamara SS / 2B / St. Ignatius, OH / 2020

Quick Look: 6-foot-1, 225-pound athletic frame. Simple swing mechanics at the dish. Starts out in an open stance prior to load sequence. Very quiet hands that explode on trigger. Generates a lot of lower half momentum. Good mix of speed and strength in the box. Above average glove skills for his class. Quick hands and solid footwork.

The Tools:

• 60 Time: 6.85
• Position Velocity- Infield: 86 
• Exit Velocity: 95

Mackenzie Wainwright OF / St. Edward, OH / 2020

Quick Look: 6-foot, 215-pound well put together prospect. Dynamic bat. Swing is fluid, easy and efficient, projecting to grow into more power in the future. Defensively showcases fluid actions and athleticism that give him a skill set to play center field.

The Tools:

• 60 Time: 6.93
• Position Velocity- Outfield: 91
• Exit Velocity: 104

College Commitment: Ohio State

Andrew Clelland RHP / 1B / Harrison Central, OH / 2020

Quick Look: 6-5, 195-pound two-way with endless projection to frame which should lead to added mphs to both the arm and the bat. He impresses with actions on both sides of the ball. At third base has above average actions with the glove. The arm works at third. At the plate, has gap-to-gap pop. A true two-way. 

The Tools:

• 60 Time: 6.98
• Position Velocity- Infield: 80 
• Exit Velocity: 95

College Commitment: Ohio State

2019 Stats: .410 AVG, 6 2B, 4 HR, 27 R, 23 RBIs, 6 SB

Jordan Stevens OF / St. Edward, OH / 2020

Quick Look: 6-foot, 195-pound with athletic frame. One of the most impressive pure hitters in the class. Starts out in a balanced setup with quiet hands. High leg kick and solid hip rotation generates a ton of lower half momentum. Uphill bat path back spinning everything. A lot of barrel control. Looks natural in the outfield. Plays under control with above average glove skills.

The Tools:

• 60 Time: 6.70
• Position Velocity- Outfield: 88
• Exit Velocity: 97

Gavin Bruni LHP / OF / Alliance, OH / 2021

Quick Look: 6-3, 185-pound southpaw starter on the mound, but on his off day could move to the outfield with ease. Although he will likely be a pitcher only at the next level considering the high upside on the bump, Bruni could be a D1 hitter as well. Showcases gap-to-gap pop.

The Tools:

• 60 Time: 7.38
• Position Velocity- Outfield: 82
• Exit Velocity: 91

College Commitment: Ohio State

2019 Stats: 48 IP, 0.17 ERA, 87 K | .553 AVG, 11 3B, 33 R

Ben DeMell RHP / SS / Gilmour Academy, OH / 2021

Quick Look: 6-5, 185-pound athletic, lanky frame. Another one who although he will likely be a pitcher only at the next level considering the high upside on the bump, DeMell could be a D1 hitter as well. Line drive approach at the plate with some pop in the bat.

The Tools:

• 60 Time: 7.58
• Position Velocity- Infield: 85
  
• Exit Velocity: 90

College Commitment: Penn State

2019 Stats: 74.2 IP, 11-1, 0.28 ERA, 105 K | 44-94, .477 AVG, 6 2B, 8 3B, 2 HR, 45 R, 40 RBIs, 20 BB

Brady Emerson OF / LHP / John Glenn, OH / 2020

Quick Look: 5-10, 165-pound athletic frame. Balanced stance with quiet hands during his short stride for timing. Ideal top of the lineup skill set. Quicker than he is strong presently but packs more punch than frame would suggest. Sprays line drives all over the field.

The Tools:

• 60 Time: 6.91
• Position Velocity- Outfield: 79
• Exit Velocity: 85

College Commitment: Ohio State

2019 Stats: 31-86, .360 AVG, .491 OBP, 2 2B, 6 3B, 1 HR, 32 R, 14 RBIs, 12 BB

Stanley Kaczmar C / Walsh Jesuit, OH / 2020

Quick Look: 5-8, 170-pound athletic frame. A true leader behind the dish. One of, if not the most talented defenders behind the dish in his class. Quiet, athletic receiver that looks the part back there. Elite skill set catch/throw wise. Left-handed hitter with a fluid leg lift while showing a slight back load to hands. Uses the whole field with flashes of authority. Don’t let frame fool you there is definitely some thump behind his swing.

The Tools:

• 60 Time: 6.89
• Pop Time: 1.86-1.93
  
• Position Velocity- Catcher: 76
  
• Exit Velocity: 90

College Commitment: Wittenberg

2019 Stats: 32-59, .542 AVG, 4 2B, 1 HR, 15 R, 16 RBIs, 9 BB

Cole Zak OF / LHP / Mayfield, OH / 2020

Quick Look: 5-10, 170-pound athletic frame. Natural hit tools. Athletic setup with very fluid and smooth motions. Simple loading sequence creates an on time swing. Maintains a level bat path through the zone creating natural loft. Shows ability to hit to all fields for power. Potential for serious pull side power as he continues to fill out.

The Tools:

• 60 Time: 6.72
• Position Velocity- Outfield: 85
• Exit Velocity: 95

College Commitment: Pittsburgh

2019 Stats: .415 AVG, 8 2B, 3 3B, 2 HR, 26 R, 25 RBIs, 16 SB

Jacob Gehring RHP / 3B / South Range, OH / 2021

Quick Look: 6-2, 205-pound athletic, well put together frame. Another one who although he will likely be a pitcher only at the next level considering the high upside on the bump, Gehring could be a D1 hitter as well. Line drive approach at the plate with some pop in the bat.

The Tools:

• 60 Time: 7.56
• Exit Velocity: 90

College Commitment: Ohio State

2019 Stats: 55.2 IP, 8-0, 1.10 ERA, 100 K | .415 AVG, 23 R, 18 RBIs

Aidan Longwell OF / LHP / Massillon Washington, OH / 2020

Quick Look: 6-foot-1, 175-pound athletic prospect. Big time QB as well, getting numerous offers there before committing to Kent State for baseball. Impressive combination of feel and strength, barrelling up balls with authority to both gaps. A run producer type bat who projects to hit for average and some power. Also looked the part in the outfield, showing an above average skill set across the board. Very functionally athletic with the arm to play all three spots.

The Tools:

• 60 Time: 7.78
• Position Velocity- Outfield: 86
• Exit Velocity: 90

Jaden Varner LHP / OF / Waynedale, OH / 2021

Quick Look: 5-10, 175-pound athletic framed two-way prospect. Big leg kick while keeping his hands loaded until contact.  Swing works. Has great feel in the box with a level bat path. Advanced bat speed for his class.  Gap to gap pop.

The Tools:

• Position Velocity- Outfield: 89
• Exit Velocity: 88

College Commitment: Kent State

2019 Stats: 52.2 IP, 9-1, 1.40 ERA, 79 K | .402 AVG, 10 2B, 1 3B, 35 R, 10 RBIs, 18 SB, 11 BB

Gabriel Nard SS / RHP / St. Ignatius, OH / 2022

Quick Look: 5-11, 175-pound athletic frame. Simple moves with a confident, athletic presence in the box. Impress with his ability to generate easy pop. As a defender he plays with easy, fluid actions. Looks the part out there. Stays smooth throughout and can really pick it. Arm plays as a big time tool. Ball jumps out of hand. High level two-way commit.

The Tools:

• 60 Time: 7.06
• Position Velocity- Infield: 83
  
• Exit Velocity: 96

Andrew Jones SS / RHP / Brush, OH / 2022

Quick Look: Wiry 6-2, 175-pound highly projectable framed two-way prospect. At the plate, uses a high leg kick as his timing mechanism. Good pop while using all fields. Impressive young prospect.

College Commitment: Ohio State

Jacob Miller RHP / OF / Liberty Union, OH / 2022

Why The Starting Pitcher: 6-2 170-pound thin, athletic build with long arms for his frame. His pitchability, feel, fastball and secondary offerings are well advanced for his age. Throws from a 3/4 slot. The fastball shows some fade and sink to the arm-side with good ability to command the fastball to both sides of the plate. Curveball shows tight spin with nearly 12/6 break and good depth. He also features an upper-70s changeup with good fade and arm-side run. He maintains good arm speed on the pitch and seemed to have the ability to throw it for strikes or use it as a swing and miss type pitch. Completes the arsenal with a true mid-70s slider with good lateral break that works well off the fastball. True four-pitch mix, with all four pitches showing swing and miss potential.  

The Repertoire:

• Fastball: 88-92
  
• Curveball: 70-72
• Changeup: 77-78
• Slider: 74-76
  

College Commitment: Louisville

Jack Sokol RHP / 3B / New Albany, OH / 2020

Quick Look: At 6-4, 175-pounds, Sokol fits the mold of a young, projectable, big-bodied pitching prospect. Uses a drop and drive type delivery that requires regular effort while showing feel for all three of his pitches.   

The Repertoire:

• Fastball: 85-88, 91T
  
• Curveball: 74-75
• Changeup: 77-78
• Slider: 75-78
  

College Commitment: Auburn

2019 Stats: 56.1 IP, 8-0, 0.87 ERA, 71 K

Josh Timmerman RHP / SS / Licking Heights, OH / 2020

Quick Look: 6-2, 180-pound athletic arm. Average tempo delivery with some effort. Incorporates a high leg kick to generate lower half momentum. Rolls lower half momentum downhill through release. Throws from a 3/4 arm slot with a long, loose arm action.  

The Repertoire:

• Fastball: 84-91
  
• Curveball: 73-75
• Changeup: 75-78
• Slider: 77-80
  

College Commitment: Wabash Valley JC

Mike Sokol RHP / OF / New Albany, OH / 2020

Quick Look: 6-4 175-pound athletic, wiry build. Long levers while throwing from a 3/4 slot. Some rhythm in the delivery, a drop and drive type. Uses a big leg lift and creates some shoulder tilt working down the mound. Has a pretty good feel for his four-pitch mix.  

The Repertoire:

• Fastball: 84-87
  
• Curveball: 72-74
• Changeup: 76-79
• Slider: 76-79
  

College Commitment: Ohio State

2019 Stats: 37.1 IP, 5-0, 0.56 ERA, 43 K

Connor Hinerman LHP / 1B / Newark Catholic, OH / 2020

Quick Look: 6-6, 220-pound southpaw. Four-pitch strike thrower that will throw any pitch in any count. High ceiling prospect.  

The Repertoire:

• Fastball: 86-87, 89T
  
• Curveball: 70-73
• Changeup: 79-80
• Slider: 75-77
  

College Commitment: Dayton

2019 Stats: 41 IP, 6-2, 0.85 ERA, 65 K

Jace Middleton RHP / OF / Olentangy, OH / 2021

Quick Look: 6-4, 200-pound athletic righty. Four-pitch strike thrower that will throw any pitch in any count. High ceiling prospect. Fastball comes out of the hand well. Pitch shows downhill trajectory with slight arm side movement.  

The Repertoire:

• Fastball: 84-89
  
• Curveball: 77-79
• Changeup: 77-78

Josh Laisure RHP / SS / Olentangy Orange, OH / 2021

Quick Look: 6-0, 170-pound athletic righty. Slow tempo delivery with low effort. Long, loose arm through a ¾ slot. Athletic on the mound. Delivery looks repeatable and clean mechanically. Throws a heavy ball. The fastball shows heavy arm-side movement at times.

The Repertoire:

• Fastball: 88-91
  
• Curveball: 74-76
• Changeup: 79-82

Brennan Rowe OF / RHP / Olentangy Liberty, OH / 2020

Quick Look: 6-1, 195-pound athletic two-way righty. Momentum style delivery that is explosive. Fastball jumps out of the hand and the breaker is an absolute hammer. 11/5 shaped offering that dropped off the table with a ton of depth.

The Repertoire:

• Fastball: 84-87
  
• Curveball: 75-77
• Changeup: 78-79

Charles Dean OF / RHP / Centennial, OH / 2021

Quick Look: 6-0, 175-pound athletic framed righty. Works solely from the stretch. Quick arm action from a ¾ arm slot, with repeatable mechanics. Fastball works downhill with cutting actions. Curveball has 11/5 action with late break. Changeup shows good command with arm-side run.

The Repertoire:

• Fastball: 82-85
  
• Curveball: 74-76
• Changeup: 77-78

AJ Rausch OF / SS / Olentangy Liberty, OH / 2020

Quick Look: 5-11, 175-pound, strong athlete. Starts out of an open, balanced stance. Produces an uphill path with quick hands. Stays on pitches extremely well and makes solid contact with plenty of barrel action. Top of the lineup, table-setter.

The Tools:

• 60 Time: 6.49
• Position Velocity- Infield: 86
• Position Veolocity- Outfield: 89
  
• Exit Velocity: 98

Andrew Patrick SS / C / Hilliard Darby, OH / 2021

Quick Look: 6-3, 160-pound athletic frame. Balance setup in the box. Simple load mechanics with fluid motions. Level bat path through the zone. Back spins a lot of balls. Gap to gap pop with the ability for occasional pull side power. Athleticism is put on display defensively. Very fluid footwork and clean glove skills up the middle. Moves laterally very well.

The Tools:

• 60 Time: 6.68
• Position Velocity- Infield: 85
  
• Exit Velocity: 90

College Commitment: Wright State

2019 Stats: 34-86, .395 AVG, 3 2B, 4 3B, 23 R, 19 RBIs, 23 SB, 17 BB | 34.2 IP, 6-0, 1.62 ERA, 28 K

Ryan Miller C / 3B / Dublin Jerome, OH / 2021

Quick Look: 6-3, 200-pound solid frame. Physical presence in the box. Starts out in a balanced setup from the left side. Very fluid motions prior to launch. Consistently on time loading sequence. Explosive swing that appears ready to do some damage. Relatively level bat path through the zone. Shows potential to hit for power to all fields. Well above average catch and throw skills behind the plate.

The Tools:

• 60 Time: 7.10
• Pop Time: 1.96-2.00
  
• Position Velocity- Catcher: 76
  
• Exit Velocity: 98

College Commitment: Tennessee

2019 Stats: 25-69, .362 AVG, .516 OBP, 5 2B, 2 3B, 3 HR, 15 R, 14 RBIs

Robby Morgan C / 3B / Groveport, OH / 2020

Quick Look: 6-4, 210-pound with very physically present in the box. The righty starts out in a tall setup. Loading sequence is fluid and on time. Level through the zone back spinning balls. Explosive hacks in the box. Solid mix of strength and speed. Very evident pull side power. Big target behind the dish. Flexibility could be a concern at the next level behind the plate. Plays with confidence at third base. Shows the ability to read the ball very well. Footwork is clean generating positive momentum. 

The Tools:

• 60 Time: 6.91
• Pop Time: 1.88-2.00
  
• Position Velocity- Catcher: 81
• Position Velocity- Infield: 83
• Exit Velocity: 98

Brennan Rowe OF / RHP / Olentangy Liberty, OH / 2020

Quick Look: 6-1, 195-pound athletic framed two-way prospect. A right-handed bat that starts in a balanced stance. Handsy hitter with obvious whip/authority through the zone. Lower half gets involved through a small leg lift. Balanced swinger with a nice, level path. Offers a balanced offering of strength/speed through the zone. Ball comes off well, especially to oppo gap.

The Tools:

• 60 Time: 6.87
• Position Velocity- Outfield: 87
  
• Exit Velocity: 93

College Commitment: Indiana

2019 Stats: 28-63, .444 AVG, 11 2B, 2 3B, 2 HR, 25 R, 21 RBIs, 6 SB, 8 BB

Alex Streitenberger 2B / 3B / Gahanna Lincoln, OH / 2020

Quick Look: 5-8, 175-pound uber physical prospect. Obvious weight room buy in here. Bat is top tool and for good reason as he has proven to be one of the top in game hitters in the state. Handsy hitter with a loose swing that generates authoritative whip through the zone. Impressive combination of barrel control and burst. Ball jumps well, showing easy gap pop and natural backspin. Versatile athlete that could play 3B/2B/OF.

The Tools:

• 60 Time: 6.85
• Position Velocity- Infield: 84
  
• Exit Velocity: 93

College Commitment: Cincinnati

2019 Stats: 39-85, .459 AVG, 6 2B, 2 3B, 28 R, 25 RBIs, 7 SB, 7 BB

Casey Finck OF / LHP / Lancaster, OH / 2020

Quick Look: 6-1, 175-pound athletic frame. Lefty swinger that uses athletic movements to loading sequence. Swings with intent without sacrificing barrel accuracy. Ball jumps to both gaps with a little extra juice to pull side.

The Tools:

• 60 Time: 7.12
• Position Velocity- Outfield: 78
  
• Exit Velocity: 85

College Commitment: Penn State

2019 Stats: 40-88, .456 AVG, 6 2B, 1 3B, 26 R, 17 RBIs, 21 SB | 8-1, 1.14 ERA, 58 K

McKay Whitaker 1B / OF / Worthington Kilbourne, OH / 2022

Quick Look: 6-1, 170-pound first basemen with projectable frame. Simple, balanced approach at the plate. He displays strong hands and good bat to ball ability. He keeps his barrel through the zone well for the most part. Lefty with a swing conducive to creating natural power. High upside guy.

The Tools:

• 60 Time: 7.29
• Position Velocity- Infield: 77
  
• Exit Velocity: 87

Matthew Wolfe SS / RHP / Olentangy Orange, OH / 2022

Quick Look: 6-1, 165-pound physical, lean athlete. Hits from an open, wider-based stance. Uphill bat path that stays in the zone long with plenty of bat speed. Attacks each pitch with intent to do damage. Strength pull-side and middle of the field with carry. At shortstop his actions are extremely fluid. Glovework displays are effortless. Feet are quick and very efficient as well. Kid can flat out play. Bright future ahead as eyes will be on him.

The Tools:

• 60 Time: 6.81
• Position Velocity- Infield: 80
  
• Exit Velocity: 87

Evan Ulrich C / Buckeye Valley, OH / 2020

Quick Look: 5-10, 160-pound versatile athlete. Athletic motions in the box. Starts out in a slightly open stance. Utilizes an inward leg kick loading sequence with an on time trigger. Hands work quickly through the zone. Bat path stays level creating natural loft. An all-around athlete behind the plate. Very flexible hips. Plus receiving and catch and throw skills.

The Tools:

• 60 Time: 7.25
• Pop Time: 1.83-2.03 
• Position Velocity- Infield: 88
• Position Velocity- Outfield: 85 
• Position Velocity- Catcher: 78
• Exit Velocity: 88

College Commitment: Ohio State

2019 Stats: 37-80 .463 AVG, 6 2B, 2 3B, 1 HR, 20 R, 18 RBIs, 9 SB

Jace Middleton RHP / OF / Olentangy, OH / 2021

Quick Look: 6-4, 200-pound athletic righty. Will be a pitcher at the next level, but the athleticism could translate into a position player if needed for this squad.  

The Tools (From 2018):

• 60 Time: 7.13
• Position Velocity- Outfield: 88
  
• Exit Velocity: 82

Josh Laisure RHP / SS / Olentangy Orange, OH / 2021

Quick Look: 6-foot, 170-pound athletic frame. Regarded more as a pitching prospect, Laisure can still swing it. Quiet hands and a simple load that creates regular timing. Level bat path through the zone.

The Tools:

• 60 Time: 6.98
• Position Velocity- Infield: 81
  
• Exit Velocity: 88

Gianni Passarelli SS / 3B / Buckeye Valley, OH / 2021

Quick Look: 6-foot, 180-pound infielder with an athletic frame. Athletic, slightly open stance at the plate. Loading sequence is smooth and syncs well. Level bat path through the zone, which was able to generate backspin to the gaps. In the field, he displays good athleticism with above average glove skills.

The Tools:

• 60 Time: 7.24
• Position Velocity- Infield: 84
  
• Exit Velocity: 90

Charles Dean OF / RHP / Centennial, OH / 2021

Quick Look: 5-11, 175-pound athletic frame. Right-handed hitter who starts from an open and upright stance in the box. Loads into his back hip well, while hands go from ear to chest in load sequence. Uphill bat path which creates natural lift. Easy gap abilities. Top of the lineup table setter.

The Tools:

• 60 Time: 6.85
• Position Velocity- Outfield: 89
  
• Exit Velocity: 90

College Commitment: Uncommitted

2019 Stats: .644 AVG, 7 2B, 5 3B, 2 HR, 30 R, 28 RBIs *Not full season stats, just 45 AB worth

Elijah Vogelsong OF / LHP / Minford, OH / 2021

Quick Look:  5-11, 175-pound very athletic frame. Looks the part physically. Easy, efficient movements that sync well at the plate. Balanced launch that leads to a smooth, easy stroke through the zone from the left side. All fields hitter that generates effortless juice with much more pop than exit velocity would suggest. Athlete that could fit into multiple roles.

The Tools:

• Position Velocity- Outfield: 80
  
• Exit Velocity: 75
• H-1st: 4.19
  

College Commitment: Marshall