OSSAA 3A State Tournament MVP
May 18, 2022
Putting up runs was no problem for the Washington Warriors in this year's 3A State Tournament with multiple players have noteworthy weeks, but none stood out more than 2023 SS Camden Bates. The Tennessee commit started his State tournament with a 4-4 game in the opener with 2 doubles and 3 RBI. He followed that up in the semi-finals with a 1-2 performance while drawing 3 walks to go along with 2 stolen bases. In the Championship game he had another multi-hit performance with a 3-4 effort including two more doubles and a stolen base helping the Warriors to winning their State Championship 13-2.
Congratulations to Camden Bates on earning this year's 3A State Tournament Most Valuable Player and to the Washington Warriors on their State Championship.
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Scouting Report
Camden Bates: SS/2B, (2023) Washington, OK. 5-foot-9, 145-pound slim frame. At the plate, the right-handed hitter clocked an exit velocity of 85 mph. Starts in an athletic stance with a small load, then uses a controlled stride just before his swing. Bat speed is above average, has simple swing plane and high finish. He found multiple barrels with some loud contact. Gap to gap approach. Advanced while in the infield, made throws up to 79 mph; had sure hands, smooth footwork and a clean exchange. Had a high ¾ slot and a short arm action with consistent accuracy to the bag. Recorded a time of 7.48 in the 60-yard dash.