2017 Western PA Top Prospect Games Spotlight: 2019 C/OF Austin Clauser
July 7, 2017
By Greg Williams
Pennsylvania Director of Scouting
The 2017 Western PA Top Prospect Games are just two weeks away and limited roster spots remain to be filled. Leading up to the July 18 & 19 event hosted at the Iron Horse Sports Complex in Windber, PA we will be spotlighting players scheduled to participate. CLICK HERE to view the current roster.
Today we take a look at Austin Clauser, a 2019 C/OF from Schuylkill Haven HS. Clauser had a very solid sophomore season hitting .352 with 20 RBI.
Austin Clauser
Class of 2019 / C
Rankings
StateRank: 169 / POS: 23
Player Information
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Graduating Class: 2019
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Primary Position: CSecondary Position: OF
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High School: Schuylkill HavenState: PA
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Height: 6-2Weight: 180lbs
- Bat/Throw: R/R
Statistics
Position
7.09
60-yard
(06/24/18)
2.04 - 2.13
Pop Time
78
C Velo
85
Exit Velo
Videos
(10/29/16)
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- 2017 Western PA Top Prospect Games Complete Results - Jul 20, 2017
- 2017 Western PA Top Prospect Games Spotlight: 2019 C/OF Austin Clauser - Jul 7, 2017
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Scouting Report
10/29/16 6-foot-1, 170-pound right-handed hitter starts from a square stance and initiates his swing with a leg-lift stride. Long, flat swing path with a feel for the barrel. Displayed a bat exit velocity of 85 mph and the ability to use the middle of the field. Ran a 7.23 60-yard dash and registered pop times of 2.14-2.27 on throws of 76 mph from the crouch. Showcased athleticism and quickness with solid straight line carry to his throws.
8/18/16 6-foot, 170-pound right handed hitter starts from a square stance with a high hands load and initiates his swing with a short lift-and-replace stride. A flat barrel path and solid lower half action creates a bat exit velocity of 83 mph. Ran a 7.53 60-yard dash and displayed advance defensive abilities for a player his age. Solid defensive setup, soft receiver and creates a soft wall when blocking. Flashed above average arm strength (77 mph from the crouch) and registered pop times of 2.13-2.22.