Ohio Insider: 2017 Future Games - Team Ohio Preview
August 1, 2017
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Ohio Insider: 2017 Future Games - Team Ohio Preview
One of the premier events of the year will take place this week when the Future Games is held on Wednesday through Saturday in Westfield, Ind., just north of Indianapolis.
The best-of-the-best event features the top uncommitted prospects from the Class of 2019 as well as 2020 and 2021 from the Prep Baseball Report coverage area of 30-plus states. There will be 20 teams competing with more than 130 colleges from across the country in attendance.
This marks the sixth year of the Future Games with the talent level on the rise each time. How impressive is it?
A year ago Dillon Lifrieri of Wilton High School in Connecticut, an Arkansas commit, was elected the Most Valuable Player. A member of the 2018 class, Lifrieri is ranked 7th in New England by PBR.
In 2015, Sam Carlson of Barnsville High School in Minnesota was the MVP. Carlson, a University of Florida pitching commit, was taken in the second round (55th overall selection) by the Mariners in this year’s Major League Baseball Draft. Carlson signed with the Mariners for $2 million.
A year prior, event MVP Duncan Pence of Farrragut High School in Tennessee was a 33rd-round selection of the Mets.
Future Games 2013 MVP Nolan Watson, a right-handed pitcher at Lawrence North (Indiana) High School, was selected in the first round and 33rd overall by the Kansas City Royals in the 2015 draft. Watson is currently on the roster for Burlington, Idaho Falls in the Advanced Rookie League.
“I can remember the first Future Games (in 2011),” said Chris Valentine, executive director for PBR Ohio, Michigan, Ontario and New England. “We only had four states in attendance and around 40 coaches present. We struggled just to put together a roster for Team Ohio that first year.
“Now the Future Games has become THE event to attend for a rising high school sophomore or junior. Nearly every major Division I college program is in attendance. The atmosphere is unlike any other.”
An Ohio team with a roster of 22 players from throughout the state will again be one of the squads competing this year at Grand Park, a state-of-the-art 22-field baseball complex. It starts with an evaluation day on Wednesday in which position players are put through a showcase workout that includes running 60s, batting practice and field evaluation.
Teams will play games on Thursday through Saturday. Ohio will play Pennsylvania in game nine of 10 being played on Thursday starting at 5 p.m, Ohio takes on Ontario on Friday at 4 p.m. with the final game for Ohio set for 5 p.m. on Saturday against Michigan.
Following is a look at Team Ohio and the thoughts of each player heading into the Future Games:
2017 Team Ohio
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PBR: Give a short background on what you did in baseball this past spring and are currently doing this summer.
Blackmore: This past spring I set a record at my high school for lowest ERA with a 0.68. Moving into the summer I was a main starter for my town’s ACME team and we made it to the district finals.
PBR: What are your thoughts about being part of Team Ohio for the Future Games?
Blackmore: My thoughts of being chosen for Team Ohio is that it is a great honor. I can't wait to go out there and give it all in such a great tournament.
PBR: What expectations do you have for the event?
Blackmore: I have some high expectations for myself entering the Games, not allowing myself to get into a struggle, and being able to finish in my games strong.
PBR: What PBR events have you participated in prior to the Future Games?
Blackmore: Top Prospect Games.
PBR: What colleges have you heard from and considering attending?
Blackmore: I have heard from the University of Cincinnati, Miami University (Ohio), Ohio University, as well as the University of Toledo. They have all sounded like great schools.
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Trent Belli 1B / OF / Dublin Jerome, OH / 2019
PBR: Give a short background on what you did in baseball this past spring and are currently doing this summer.
Belli: I played for Dublin Jerome this spring and made second team all-OCC. This summer I am playing for Bo Jackson Elite Black and made the all-tournament team at the Perfect Game National Championship in Georgia.
PBR: What are your thoughts about being part of Team Ohio for the Future Games?
Belli: I’m very excited to be a part of Team Ohio. This is a very good opportunity to be seen by a lot of scouts.
PBR: What expectations do you have for the event?
Belli: This is a chance to see what you can do against some of the top players in the Midwest..
PBR: What PBR events have you participated in prior to the Future Games?
Belli: Top Prospect Games.
PBR: What colleges have you heard from and considering attending?
Belli: Ohio University, Wright State, Ohio State.
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Gavin Bruni OF / LHP / Alliance, OH / 2021
PBR: Give a short background on what you did in baseball this past spring and are currently doing this summer.
Bruni: This spring and summer I have really worked on location of off-speed pitches
PBR: What are your thoughts about being part of Team Ohio for the Future Games?
Bruni: Representing Team Ohio is very humbling, especially since I’m the only 2021 grad representing Team Ohio.
PBR: What expectations do you have for the event?
Bruni: My expectations for the Future Games is to go and see the best competition around. It will be cool to interact and play with guys older than me. I’m also excited to see how I perform against such high competition.
PBR: What PBR events have you participated in prior to the Future Games?
Bruni: Two Future Prospect Camps and the Future 60.
PBR: What colleges have you heard from and considering attending?
Bruni: Purdue, Ohio, Indiana, UCF and Cincinnati.
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Logan Danzeisen OF / RHP / Sylvania Southview, OH / 2020
PBR: Give a short background on what you did in baseball this past spring and are currently doing this summer.
Danzeisen: I played varsity for Sylvania Southview and Coach Brett Baumgartner, earning 3rd Team Northern Lakes League for a team that advanced to districts. This summer I’m playing for the Michigan Bulls and Coach Bobby Marten. We are playing in older brackets to challenge our team
PBR: What are your thoughts about being part of Team Ohio for the Future Games?
Danzeisen: I'm very excited about Future Games and think it's a great opportunity.
PBR: What expectations do you have for the event?
Danzeisen: I expect to compete and have fun!
PBR: What PBR events have you participated in prior to the Future Games?
Danzeisen: Attended PBR Underclass Trials I in Columbus in June.
PBR: What colleges have you heard from and considering attending?
Danzeisen: There are no colleges that have contacted me.
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Avery Fisher SS / 2B / Ontario, OH / 2019
PBR: Give a short background on what you did in baseball this past spring and are currently doing this summer.
This spring I earned my 2nd varsity letter at Ontario High School landing 2nd Team All-Ohio honors. This summer I am playing for Bo Jackson Elite 16u Silver under head coach Travis Gray.
PBR: What are your thoughts about being part of Team Ohio for the Future Games?
I look forward to meeting some of the best players in Ohio and being able to play with them on the same team.
PBR: What expectations do you have for the event?
Bruni: My expectations for the Future Games is to go and see the best competition around. It will be cool to interact and play with guys older than me. I’m also excited to see how I perform against such high competition.
PBR: What PBR events have you participated in prior to the Future Games?
Bo Jackson Elite Scout Day, 2016 Ohio Underclass Games, 2016 Miami Valley Preseason Preview.
PBR: What colleges have you heard from and considering attending?
Morehead State, Cincinnati, Miami (Ohio) and West Virginia.
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Garret Gray C / OF / Circleville, OH / 2019
PBR: Give a short background on what you did in baseball this past spring and are currently doing this summer.
Gray: This spring I received 1st Team All-League and 1stt Team All-District. I led my team in almost all offensive categories this spring as well. This summer I play for Bo Jackson Elite 16U. I also made the Perfect Game 16U WWBA all-tournament team.
PBR: What are your thoughts about being part of Team Ohio for the Future Games?
Gray: I believe this is a great honor and one not taken lightly. It's an opportunity to once again be able to get in front college coaches, which I respect.
PBR: What expectations do you have for the event?
Gray: I expect to show my talents to college coaches, play with lots of energy, and show my leadership abilities at the catcher position.
PBR: What PBR events have you participated in prior to the Future Games?
Gray: I have participated in the 2016 and 2017 Top Prospect Games for the class of 2019 and participated in the Bo Jackson Elite Scout Day.
PBR: What colleges have you heard from and considering attending?
Gray: University of Evansville, Liberty University, Western Carolina University.
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Jonathan Machamer LHP / 1B / Massilon Washington, OH / 2019
PBR: Give a short background on what you did in baseball this past spring and are currently doing this summer.
Machamer: I was a starting pitcher at Massillon Washington High School. I played summer ball for Lake Erie Warhawks Team Mizuno. A few of the tournaments we attended were Music City Classic, Tournament of Champions and Midwest Prospect League. I also attended the WWBA in Atlanta with Five Star Nationals Team.
PBR: What are your thoughts about being part of Team Ohio for the Future Games?
Machamer: It is an honor to be selected as one of the top players in Ohio that only selected 20 players to be on the team.
PBR: What expectations do you have for the event?
Machamer: I already know what to expect because my brother played in the Future Games. It was a great experience to play with other good players from all over the country.
PBR: What PBR events have you participated in prior to the Future Games?
Machamer: Top Prospect Games.
PBR: What colleges have you heard from and considering attending?
Machamer: I have been in contact with many top Division I programs.
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Seth Logue RHP / SS / Moeller, OH / 2020
PBR: Give a short background on what you did in baseball this past spring and are currently doing this summer.
Logue: The past spring I played for Moeller on JV and this summer I played with the Midland Tribe 16U.
PBR: What are your thoughts about being part of Team Ohio for the Future Games?
Logue: It's an honor to be a part of Team Ohio for the Futures Games to represent your state against the best players across the country.
PBR: What expectations do you have for the event?
Logue: I'm expecting tons of talent to be at the Future Games with many moving on to play college baseball. I'm also expecting some great exposure to colleges.
PBR: What PBR events have you participated in prior to the Future Games?
Logue: I participated in the Future Prospects Camp, Midland Scout Day and the Top Prospect Games.
PBR: What colleges have you heard from and considering attending?
Logue: I have heard from Xavier, Wright State, UC, Louisville, Tennessee, LSU and Vanderbilt.
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Josh Romans SS / RHP / Jackson, OH / 2020
PBR: Give a short background on what you did in baseball this past spring and are currently doing this summer.
Romans: This past spring I played for Jackson. I started on our varsity and we had an amazing run that ended up with us winning the state championship. This summer I’ve played a little bit with the Lake Erie Warhawks and also with the East Coast Sox traveling all over.
PBR: What are your thoughts about being part of Team Ohio for the Future Games?
Romans: I am extremely excited and honored to be able to be in this event and show my talents along with the other top players in Ohio.
PBR: What expectations do you have for the event?
Romans: I expect myself just to do my best and everything will turn out fine.
PBR: What PBR events have you participated in prior to the Future Games?
Romans: This is my first PBR event.
PBR: What colleges have you heard from and considering attending?
Romans: Kent State.
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PBR: Give a short background on what you did in baseball this past spring and are currently doing this summer.
Silverstein: This spring I played varsity shortstop and finished the year hitting .333 with a .400 obp and 17 RBIs. I was second team all-conference. This summer I played shortstop for the Cincy Flames and hit .400 in the 3-hole.
PBR: What are your thoughts about being part of Team Ohio for the Future Games?
Silverstein: I am excited to be a part of the Future Games. I feel lucky to have the opportunity to play against great competition with Team Ohio.
PBR: What expectations do you have for the event?
Silverstein: My expectations for the Future Games are being able to showcase my talents strongly while being around this level of talent. I’m proud to represent the state of Ohio and look forward to making friendships and connections with the best players in the state. I look forward to competing and playing with these players for the next few years.
PBR: What PBR events have you participated in prior to the Future Games?
Silverstein: Underclass Trials II.
PBR: What colleges have you heard from and considering attending?
Silverstein: I have heard from the University of Cincinnati.
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PBR: Give a short background on what you did in baseball this past spring and are currently doing this summer.
Nicodemo: I led my high school team in batting and had one home run. This summer I played for Bo Jackson Elite, playing up an age group. I played right field and first base and had a pretty successful bat, too..
PBR: What are your thoughts about being part of Team Ohio for the Future Games?
Nicodemo: I’m very excited to represent Ohio and looking forward to seeing the talent from all across the nation.
PBR: What expectations do you have for the event?
Nicodemo: I hope to have a very successful bat in this tournament and play as hard as I can for my team and my state. I also hope to be seen by many scouts.
PBR: What PBR events have you participated in prior to the Future Games?
Nicodemo: I have participated in many PBR events the past couple years including the TPG.
PBR: What colleges have you heard from and considering attending?
Nicodemo: I have heard from Wake Forest, North Carolina, the University of Central Florida, Vanderbilt and Kent State.
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Jack Pacetti LHP / 1B / Moeller, OH / 2019
PBR: Give a short background on what you did in baseball this past spring and are currently doing this summer.
This past spring I played varsity at Archbishop Moeller High School as a sophomore. This summer I have been playing with the 16U Midland Tribe.
PBR: What are your thoughts about being part of Team Ohio for the Future Games?
I am very excited and honored to get out there and represent Team Ohio at the PBR Future Games.
PBR: What expectations do you have for the event?
I have heard that this event is incredible and I expect it to be a great opportunity to showcase myself in front of a ton of coaches.
PBR: What PBR events have you participated in prior to the Future Games?
I have participated in the Top Prospect Games and one other event held at Olentangy High School.
PBR: What colleges have you heard from and considering attending?
I have heard from Wright State, Cincinnati, Indiana, Ohio and Penn State.
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PBR: Give a short background on what you did in baseball this past spring and are currently doing this summer.
Powell: In the spring I played shortstop for my high school team at Mason. I led our conference in fielding percentage as a sophomore and hit leadoff (.350, 2 HR). This summer I am playing for the Evoshield Caries National 16U. I am playing catcher and third base and hit second or third in the lineup every game.
PBR: What are your thoughts about being part of Team Ohio for the Future Games?
Powell: I am very excited to play in the Future Games.
PBR: What expectations do you have for the event?
Powell: I expect to play at my highest level and be seen by a ton of colleges.
PBR: What PBR events have you participated in prior to the Future Games?
Powell: I participated in the Top Prospect Games.
PBR: What colleges have you heard from and considering attending?
Powell: I have offers from Georgia Tech, Miami Ohio, Ohio University, Youngstown State and Xavier. I am talking to Cincinnati, Coastal Carolina and West Virginia. I am interested in Arkansas, West Virginia, Kentucky and Tennessee. Tennessee is my No. 1.
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PBR: Give a short background on what you did in baseball this past spring and are currently doing this summer.
Skeriotis: I was on Jackson’s varsity baseball team and ended up being the starting pitcher for the D1 State Baseball Championship game. In the championship game, I pitched a complete game, gave up one earned run and we won 8-2. It was the thrill of a lifetime to pitch in the game with a great coaching staff and great teammates. It was a magical season that I will never forget. This summer I played for the Lake Erie Warhawks, coached by Oberlin College’s Head Coach, Adrian Abrahamowicz, playing a highly-competitive summer schedule including pitching at the University of Michigan, Notre Dame, Oberlin College and in Nashville and Cartersville, Georgia, among other places. I also played 1B and OF when I was not pitching.
PBR: What are your thoughts about being part of Team Ohio for the Future Games?
Skeriotis: I am humbled and honored to be given an opportunity to play for Team Ohio in the Future Games for the second year in a row. It was a great time last year and I got to know a lot of players from Ohio and other states. Seeing all the great players from so many states is just unbelievable. I hope to go out, perform well and meet more players from Ohio and all over. I look forward to playing for the Ohio PBR coaches as well. We had a great time together last year.
PBR: What expectations do you have for the event?
Skeriotis: I expect the event will be just like last year, first class and a lot of fun. Personally, I expect to pitch well and have a great time. I worked really hard in the offseason to prepare for this entire year. I hope that at the Future Games I pitch the way I have all year. The event is very well attended by colleges and I expect this year will be no different, so I am really looking forward to going out, competing and pitching well.
PBR: What PBR events have you participated in prior to the Future Games?
Skeriotis: The PBR events I have participated in prior to the 2017 Future Games include (1) 2016 PBR Future Games (Invite Only); (2) Scout Day - Lake Erie Warhawks; (3) Northern Ohio Preseason Preview (Invite Only); (4) 2016 Top Prospect Games (Invite Only). I will say that all of the PBR events have been well run, highly scouted and a lot of fun.
PBR: What colleges have you heard from and considering attending?
Skeriotis: I have heard from several colleges, including but not limited to (and in no particular order), Ohio State, Duke, Cincinnati, Virginia, Arizona State, Penn State, Clemson, Kent State, Michigan, etc. I hope to have my college choice picked out by the end of September, although I am in no rush and just want to make the best choice possible for my family and I.
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Spencer Stanton LHP / 1B / Massillon Jackson, OH / 2019
PBR: Give a short background on what you did in baseball this past spring and are currently doing this summer.
Stanton: I played summer ball for Ohio Elite 16U Beahn. We played in multiple competitive tournaments including the Buckeye Elite, Music City in Nashville and the Midwest Prospect League Bullpen Tournament at Grand Park. Batting average .471; OBP .567; OPS 1.17. Pitching ERA 3.85; FB 79-83 mph. 60 time – 6.80.
PBR: What are your thoughts about being part of Team Ohio for the Future Games?
Stanton: It is a great honor to be selected from all the talented baseball players in Ohio. It will be an amazing opportunity to meet other players and represent my community.
PBR: What expectations do you have for the event?
Stanton: Great baseball, strong personal performance, fun team interactions and college coach exposure opportunities.
PBR: What PBR events have you participated in prior to the Future Games?
Stanton: Northern Ohio Prospect Games, Mahoning Valley Summer Showcase.
PBR: What colleges have you heard from and considering attending?
Stanton: I am very interested in attending a D1 or D2 school that offers a Bachelor’s degree in Business and minor in Graphic Design. I’ve been contacted by three D1 and a couple D2 and D3 schools.
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Patrick Suter LHP / 1B / Moeller, OH / 2020
PBR: Give a short background on what you did in baseball this past spring and are currently doing this summer.
Suter: This spring season I was on the Moeller freshman team. This summer I played for the Midland Tribe.
PBR: What are your thoughts about being part of Team Ohio for the Future Games?
Suter: I am very excited to play in this Future Games and the opportunities I will have there.
PBR: What expectations do you have for the event?
Suter: I expect there to be a lot of talented players there and a lot of competing going on.
PBR: What PBR events have you participated in prior to the Future Games?
Suter: I participated in the Midland Scout Day PBR and the Top Prospect Games.
PBR: What colleges have you heard from and considering attending?
Suter: I haven’t had a lot of interest from colleges yet but I have from Tennessee and Cincinnati.
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Jordan Stevens OF / 3B / University School, OH / 2020
PBR: Give a short background on what you did in baseball this past spring and are currently doing this summer.
Stevens: This spring I played for University School’s varsity team as a freshman. I started in the outfield and also came in to pitch late in games on four occasions. As a freshman I hit .461 and drove the gaps which is always my focus, and therefore had many doubles and triples. I earned Rookie of the Year. This summer I played for Spiders Baseball, my fifth year with the team. I played some left field and third base but the majority in center and right. I was also one of the top pitchers, throwing late in many games to help the team. I hit .425 in the summer with many line drive extra-base hits. In both the spring and summer my major focus was staying even keel, helping my team win and being a good teammate, playing with good effort, and having a good attitude regardless of the struggles that baseball brings, respecting the game, and always going back to my faith and family values.
PBR: What are your thoughts about being part of Team Ohio for the Future Games?
Stevens: I am grateful for this opportunity to be in this position and I do not take it for granted. Many people have helped me through this point and will continue to do so; my mom for everything she does for me and the lessons she teaches me; my dad for all the hours he puts in practicing with me and for incorporating many life lessons in baseball; my coaches Paus, Headley, Copeland, Maistros and Shapiro and Procopp; and another support that has been extremely huge to me Mr. Wainwright .
PBR: What expectations do you have for the event?
Stevens: My expectations for the event are to show up and display my athletic abilities, baseball skills and my intangibles. I also will learn and grow from the experience moving forward. Lastly I want to continue to build relationships.
PBR: What PBR events have you participated in prior to the Future Games?
Stevens: I have participated in the freshman free event in Youngstown in January, the east Coast Workout where PBR saw me and the Ohio Underclass Games in June.
PBR: What colleges have you heard from and considering attending?
Stevens: I have heard from Youngstown State, Ohio University and the University of Louisville. I am considering these schools and a few others.
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Fredrick Sisco RHP / OF / Gibsonburg, OH / 2019
PBR: Give a short background on what you did in baseball this past spring and are currently doing this summer.
I just completed my sophomore year at Gibsonburg High School where I have been a two-year varsity starter and two-time all-league selection as a pitcher/outfielder. This summer I played with Titans Baseball Club in showcase tournaments in and around Ohio.
PBR: What are your thoughts about being part of Team Ohio for the Future Games?
I think it is a great opportunity and I am honored to be selected and I can't wait to represent Team Ohio.
PBR: What expectations do you have for the event?
I expect to play with and against good athletes and baseball players and look forward to see how I measure up.
PBR: What PBR events have you participated in prior to the Future Games?
Northwest Ohio Showcase in July of 2016.
PBR: What colleges have you heard from and considering attending?
I have heard from Cincinnati, Xavier and Ohio. I just recently am starting the recruiting process, and I am excited to explore possibilities in the Midwest as well as out of our area.
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Ben Vore RHP / 3B / Lexington, OH / 2019
PBR: Give a short background on what you did in baseball this past spring and are currently doing this summer.
Vore: This past spring I was part of a Division 2 regional finalist team. I hit a walk-off single in the 11th inning against Kenton in the district semifinal game in which I also pitched 8 innings. I also pitched in our regional semifinal win over Jonathan Alder. This summer I am playing with Bo Jackson Elite Silver. I pitch and play corner outfield. My pitching record is 4-1 with 43 Ks in 33 IP. I also lead the team with 2 HRs against very good competition.
PBR: What are your thoughts about being part of Team Ohio for the Future Games?
Vore: I am excited to be a part of Team Ohio and represent the state in such a big event.
PBR: What expectations do you have for the event?
Vore: I expect the event to be very competitive and fun. I hope to showcase my talent and have a chance to play at the next level.
PBR: What PBR events have you participated in prior to the Future Games?
Vore: I have participated in Top Prospect Games, Underclass Games, Buckeye Elite Showcase and Bo Jackson Elite Scout Day.
PBR: What colleges have you heard from and considering attending?
Vore: I am currently talking with Ohio University, Ohio State, WVU, Cincinnati and Missouri.
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Owen Recker RHP / 3B / Kalida, OH / 2019
PBR: Give a short background on what you did in baseball this past spring and are currently doing this summer.
Recker: My spring highlights were making 1st Team PCL and 1st Team All-State PBR Division 4. I had a complete game 19 strikeout 1-hitter and a complete game 12 strikeout 1-hitter. I pitched against the #8 D4 and #14 D4 teams in Ohio and we won both games. My final stats were 80 strikeouts vs. 17 walks. I had a 1.10 ERA. I pitched for the Lima Locos this summer.
PBR: What are your thoughts about being part of Team Ohio for the Future Games?
Recker: I am very excited to play with some of the best players in Ohio.
PBR: What expectations do you have for the event?
Recker: I look forward to pitching against future college players and seeing how I match up.
PBR: What PBR events have you participated in prior to the Future Games?
Recker: The last PBR event I played in was the TPG in Columbus on 7/26/16.
PBR: What colleges have you heard from and considering attending?
Recker: I have visited Michigan twice, Kent State, Ohio State, Cincinnati and UNOH.
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PBR: Give a short background on what you did in baseball this past spring and are currently doing this summer.
Wainwright: I am playing for Release Baseball and we finish up in a couple of weeks.
PBR: What are your thoughts about being part of Team Ohio for the Future Games?
Wainwright: Getting to play with Team Ohio is amazing. I feel like I belong with this team and it will be a bunch of fun playing with kids that live in the same area as me.
PBR: What expectations do you have for the event?
Wainwright: I have high expectations because these are the top kids and I know that we will see great talent and have great competition.
PBR: What PBR events have you participated in prior to the Future Games?
Wainwright: I have done a couple of PBR showcases along with TPG.
PBR: What colleges have you heard from and considering attending?
Wainwright: I have not really thought about any colleges because I've been working on performing well.
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Kyle Westfall OF / 2B / Moeller, OH / 2019
PBR: Give a short background on what you did in baseball this past spring and are currently doing this summer.
Westfall: I played with Moeller in the spring. This summer I was part of the Midland Redskins team that advanced to the Connie Mack World Series in Farmington, New Mexico.
PBR: What are your thoughts about being part of Team Ohio for the Future Games?
Westfall: I am honored and humbled to be able to represent Team Ohio. With all the talent in our state I’m proud to have been selected.
PBR: What expectations do you have for the event?
Westfall: My expectations are to have fun playing baseball and get as much exposure in front of more scouts than any other tournament offers. I would love to walk away with a commitment and a decision.
PBR: What PBR events have you participated in prior to the Future Games?
Westfall: Top Prospect Games.
PBR: What colleges have you heard from and considering attending?
Westfall: I currently have offers from UC, Miami and Wright State. Tennessee, Ohio State, Clemson, Kentucky, Old Dominion, Xavier, Notre Dame and Elon have expressed interest in me as well. Clemson, Kentucky and UC are at the top of my list.
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To go along with the 23 prospects on Team Ohio, a group of Ohioans will participate on Team Ontario's 2017 Future Game roster. Here is a quick snapshot on that group.
Ohio Prospects on Team Ontario
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Leighton Banjoff OF / SS / Elyria Catholic, OH / 2019
6/6/17 Scouting Report
A right-handed hitter that starts in a tall, open setup. Uses a leg kick to initiate loading sequence. Barrel stays fluid prior to launch. Fast bat with impressive strength through contact. Ball jumps off his bat as he works on a flat path. Consistently drove the gap in batting practice. Very impressive round of batting practice. In the outfield he gets to the baseball with a sense of urgency and plays through it confidently. Has obvious feel for the position. Would like to see him smooth out actions between fielding and release. Throws with accuracy from an over the top slot.
60-yard dash: 7.01
Outfield Velocity: 77
Exit Velocity: 92
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6/6/17 Scouting Report
A left-handed hitter that starts in balanced setup. Mechanics are simple and efficient. Natural tools show in swing. Strong kid with obvious quickness to his bat. Path was mostly flat through the zone. Skill set translates anywhere in the lineup. Flashed gap to gap pop with the ability to create backspin. In the infield he moves light on his feet and gets solid reactions off the bat. Glove skills are well above average and transfer is quick.
60-yard dash: 7.10
Infield Velocity: 76
Exit Velocity: 88
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Owen Poland RHP / 1B / Dover, OH / 2019
Scouting Report
6-6, 195-pound righty with projectable frame. Fastball sits in the low-80s. To compliment the fastball, Poland has a 67-72 mph curveball.
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Andrew Russell RHP / SS / Champion, OH / 2019
2/4/17 Scouting Report
The right-hander has a low effort delivery with loose, clean arm action. Ball comes out of his hand well and produces an easy, mid-80s fastball (topped at 87 mph). Secondary stuff has potential to swing and miss stuff. Breaking ball has solid depth while working on an 11/5 plane at 69-73 mph. Changeup has similar run to his fastball at 73-77 mph. A lefty swinger that has impressive natural tools. Stays fluid throughout loading sequence and takes a mostly level path to the baseball. Swings with the intent to do damage. Very good when his barrel flows to the middle of the field but has a tendency to pull of the baseball. Flashed impressive pop when he stayed through the ball. Actions are fluid in the infield with above average glove skills. Displayed plus arm strength across the diamond. Would be aided by creating angles in his pre fielding footwork.
Home to first: 4.47
Infield Velocity: 84
Exit Velocity: 82
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Brody Ware RHP / SS / North Canton Hoover, OH / 2019
6/6/17 Scouting Report
A right-handed pitching prospect in the 2019 class. A smaller frame but a very live arm. Works through a high-¾ slot and is mechanically efficient. Works off his 83-85 mph fastball and has two impressive breaking balls. His curveball works on an 11/5 plane and was very sharp throughout his outing, sitting 69-70 mph. Slider works across the plate with depth at 75-77 mph. Ware filled up the zone with fastball and curveball, getting hitters to chase out of the zone with his slider. Only showed his change-up once but it was nasty. The pitch had heavy run to it.
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