PBR Cup 2022: Uncommitted Names-to-Know
September 19, 2022
Prep Baseball Report is on the ground at LakePoint this weekend hosting and diligently covering the fall’s annual PBR Cup, featuring myriad pro prospects that scouts are already beginning to familiarize themselves with for next summer’s MLB Draft. While the Class of 2023 division features a handful of players ranked right at the top of our national rankings, so do the PBR Cup’s 2024 and 2025 divisions.
We’ll be publishing a daily set of highlights and takeaways from the Cup, so be on the look-out for those stories. Next week, stay tuned for analysis from PBR VP of Scouting, Shooter Hunt, who will be in attendance this weekend in LakePoint as well.
Continue reading below the highlights among uncommitted athletes here at the PBR Cup.
DAYS TWO & THREE
+ Ben Barrow, C, Providence (FL), 2023
UNcommitted ‘23 C Ben Barrow (FL) can really catch and throw for @FloridaBurn & is a good one to follow this fall.
— Shooter Hunt (@ShooterHunt) September 18, 2022
Athlete behind the dish with quickness to the hands at the plate. Energy. #PBRCup || @PBRFlorida pic.twitter.com/TFpWSeSIHE
+ Nathan Bassett, RHP, Patriot (VA), 2023
Uncommitted ‘23 RHP Nathan Bassett (VA) is going to throw VERY hard.
— Shooter Hunt (@ShooterHunt) September 19, 2022
Explosive 91-92+ early on w/ upwards of 2570 rpm.
SL 79-81 with 26-2800 rpm.
Imposing frame w/ big upside. #PBRCup || @PBRVirginiaDC @_thedirtbags pic.twitter.com/sXobDHhscS
+ Corey Battey, LHP, TNXL (FL), 2023
‘23 LHP Corey Battey(@TNXLAcademy)
— Justin Goetz (@JGoetzPBR) September 17, 2022
Pound 4 pound (5’8 140) most electric arm at #PBRCup came out chopping wood! Elite athlete with balance & pure energy in the delivery. Loose+deep+connected 3/4 AA âš¡ï¸arm spd.
FB 87-89 heavy, late tail
CB 74 nice shape, sweep@PBRFlorida pic.twitter.com/6edUjMp5LU
+ Joseph Cable, C/OF, River Ridge (GA), 2023
‘23 C/OF Joe Cable (@Official_ECB; @RRHS_Baseball) is a top #Uncommitted prospect in the state, 6.9 runner, 92 OF velo, sub 2.00 pop times, can produce upper 90s EV. Muscles one thru the middle for a 1B, had a 2B off the wall in 1st AB.@PBRGeorgia | @PBR_Uncommitted | #PBRCup pic.twitter.com/hp4FzpSrVd
— Phil Kerber (@PhilKerberPBR) September 17, 2022
+ Tom Ford, RHP, Lisle (IL), 2024
‘24 RHP Tom Ford(@ArtilleryBB) 6’6 185
— Justin Goetz (@JGoetzPBR) September 17, 2022
Came in relief pumping fuel! Ultra projection arm who moves extremely well. Good lower half mech for size - smooth up+down+out holds backside bend, strong on front side.
FB 86-88 T91 carry
CB 72-75 sweep,depth@ShooterHunt @PBRIllinois pic.twitter.com/Kj4fCtXHl2
+ Mason Hamon, RHP, Gilbert (AZ), 2023
#uncommitted ‘23 RHP Mason Hamon
— Chaz Crawford (@chaz_crawford4) September 17, 2022
High waisted 6’4 220lb frame. Short, compact 3/4 AA from overtop slot. Athleticism ✅. Playing off north/south combo between FB/CB
FB: 88-90 T92
CB: 74-76
CH: 80-82 @PBRArizona || @ShooterHunt || #PBRCup || @PBR_Uncommitted pic.twitter.com/zThS8lfifb
+ Drew Koenen, RHP, Maine South (IL), 2023
Intriguing look at uncommitted ‘23 Drew Koenen (IL) for @BPAtravelball
— Shooter Hunt (@ShooterHunt) September 17, 2022
Former catcher working 88-92 generating lots of whiffs against stacked lineup w/ 21-22 IVB
Developing slider in low 80s.
Big 6’3 frame w/ room to fill. #PBRCup || @PBRIllinois pic.twitter.com/qxtXmPWbAl
+ Connor Lehman, LHP, Dover (TN), 2024
#Uncommitted ‘24 LHP Connor Lehman (@5starnational) provided an intriguing look out of the ‘pen. Deceptive FB got plenty of late swings.
— Phil Kerber (@PhilKerberPBR) September 17, 2022
FB: 85-87
CB: 70-74, 1/7
CH: 79-81@PBRTennessee | #PBRCup | @ShooterHunt pic.twitter.com/jLPm4ojywG
+ Ty Mainolfi, SS, St. Peter’s (NY), 2024
Uncommitted ‘24 SS Ty Mainolfi (NY) has put together some quality ABs all weekend.
— Shooter Hunt (@ShooterHunt) September 18, 2022
Wiry frame with some feel to hit. Delivers a nice barrel on this lined single to CF. #PBRCup || @PBRNewYork pic.twitter.com/aG8OnI8VfB
+ Houston Markham, OF, Pike Road (AL), 2024
#Uncommitted ‘24 OF Houston Markham (@TopGun_Baseball) has been a table setter out of the leadoff spot this afternoon, 3-for-4, 2 1B, 3B, 2 R. No trouble handling upper 80s velo. Long, easy strides on the bases.@PBR_Alabama | #PBRCup | @PBR_Uncommitted | @ShooterHunt pic.twitter.com/kmQ0NwHgJK
— Phil Kerber (@PhilKerberPBR) September 17, 2022
+ Jack Myers, SS, Pope (GA), 2024
‘24 SS Jack Myers(@Official_ECB @Pope_Baseball)
— Justin Goetz (@JGoetzPBR) September 17, 2022
I’ve said it before & I’ll say it again, best pure hitter in the state for his class. For the 2nd straight AB he spits on a nasty 0-0 breaking ball and barrels a FB perfectly, this time oppo. Art. @ShooterHunt @PBRGeorgia pic.twitter.com/Db6hnitRRK
+ Owen Simmons, RHP, Northwest Guilford (NC), 2023
‘23 RHP Owen Simmons(@_thedirtbags)
— Justin Goetz (@JGoetzPBR) September 19, 2022
Unreal pitchability! Effortless strike thrower w/ great tempo, composure. Legit command of 3 pitches to both edges. Efficient short cir AA H3/4, angle & deception. 4.3 GPA 32 ACT
FB 85-87 T88 run
CH 78-81 ðŸ°!!
CB 72-75 11-5@PBR_Uncommitted pic.twitter.com/W22RqGTLir
+ Adonis Smith, RHP, Georgia Premier (GA), 2024
‘24 RHP Adonis Smith(@GBSARays @premier_sox)
— Justin Goetz (@JGoetzPBR) September 18, 2022
Compact & efficient pwr deliv, plus ease of op. Showed impressive pitchability, using entire arsenal in right situations. Cat like quickness off bump!
FB 88-89 bore
SL 81 short+late mirrors FB
CH 80 heavy@ShooterHunt #PBRCup pic.twitter.com/g5jhhgSTFU
+ Jacob Vokal, RHP, Cherokee Bluff (GA), 2024
#uncommitted ‘24 Jacob Vokal (@USElitebase)
— Chaz Crawford (@chaz_crawford4) September 18, 2022
In a short stint, showed off an impressive 2 pitch mix! Elite ride from overtop slot w/ evident feel for spin! Intriguing 2 way talent in GA 2024 class!
FB: 84-86 T87
SL: 75-77; (25-2700rpm) @PBRGeorgia || @ShooterHunt || #PBRCup pic.twitter.com/yIGpPGUqz8
DAY ONE
+ Abel Albarran, RHP, Lemon Bay (FL), 2023:
.@BantamSports commit ‘23 RHP Abel Albarran (@FloridaBurn) put together one of the top performances of the day at the #PBRCup, 6.0 IP, 2 H, 1 R, 3 BB, 6 K v Dirtbags. Controlled the game.
— Phil Kerber (@PhilKerberPBR) September 17, 2022
FB: 87-90
SL: 74-78@PBRFlorida | @ShooterHunt pic.twitter.com/zU1DLOrUMs
+ Nathan Bassett, RHP, Patriot (VA), 2023:
Uncommitted ‘23 Nathan Bassett (VA) comes out 90-92 with an imposing look on the mound.
— Shooter Hunt (@ShooterHunt) September 16, 2022
6’2” 210 frame delivering effectively wild fastballs with some sizzle to bottom of the zone. Developing feel for slurve.
Much more in the tank. #PBRCup || @PBRVirginiaDC @_thedirtbags pic.twitter.com/wtyAkZhHmw
+ Chris Billingsley, RHP/OF, Bibb County (AL), 2023:
#Uncommitted ‘23 RHP/OF Chris Billingsley (@TopGun_Baseball) is highly projectable at 6-3, 175. Ripping CB off at will. Helped his own cause with a 2 run 💣 as well, 99 EV.
— Phil Kerber (@PhilKerberPBR) September 17, 2022
FB: 84-88, T89
CB: 71-74, 12/6, S&M, 2600 rpm@PBR_Alabama | #PBRCup | @PBR_Uncommitted | @ShooterHunt pic.twitter.com/LNymY7SovJ
+ Connor Chicoli, RHP, Pro5 Academy (NC), 2024:
‘24 RHP Connor Chicoli(@_thedirtbags)
— Justin Goetz (@JGoetzPBR) September 17, 2022
Projectable 6’3 175 w/ funky, hi tempo delivery. Pitches w/ energy & passion. Deceptive, well connected short circle AA (H3/4) explosive arm speed.
FB 86-88 T90 heavy w/ run
CH 75-77 edge 2 edge fade
CB 72-74 11-5@ShooterHunt #PBRCup pic.twitter.com/vRPtlR6Tr3
+ Judson Clements, RHP, Menchville (VA), 2023:
#uncommitted ‘23 RHP Judson Clements w/ some impressive pitch ability. 6’5 230lb frame w/ EZ, efficient arm swing & lower half!
— Chaz Crawford (@chaz_crawford4) September 16, 2022
FB: 85-87 T88
CB: 76-79 (2100rpm)
CH: 79-81 (showing to both RHH and LHH) @PBRVirginiaDC || #PBRCUP || @PBR_Uncommitted pic.twitter.com/ythR4XMXez
+ Braison Crews, RHP, Okeechobee Christian (FL), 2023:
Absolute âš¡ï¸âš¡ï¸ from #uncommitted ‘23 RHP Braison Crews! Elite hip/shoulder sep+scap load 👀
— Chaz Crawford (@chaz_crawford4) September 17, 2022
FB: 89-91 T92 (24-2680rpm)
CB: 80-84 (25-2700rpm) @PBRGeorgia || #PBRCup || @ShooterHunt pic.twitter.com/pFg6K4iBtU
+ Henry Ferguson, SS, Farragut (TN), 2024:
Nice swing here from uncommitted ‘24 SS Henry Ferguson (TN) who delivers a firm single for @5starnational
— Shooter Hunt (@ShooterHunt) September 16, 2022
Wiry 6’ 165 frame with quick hands that provide easy lag in the zone. #PBRCup || @PBRTennessee pic.twitter.com/VAvKnBQTIv
+ Lion Gardiner, RHP, Walt Whitman (MO), 2023:
#uncommitted ‘23 RHP Lion Gardiner (@RichmondBraves)
— Chaz Crawford (@chaz_crawford4) September 16, 2022
5’11 165lbs w/ explosive actions. Erratic FB command, but flashed makings of 3 pitch mix
FB: 86-88 T89; sink
CB: 74-76; (24-2500rpm) to RHH
CH: 79-81; to LHH@PBRMaryland || #PBRCup pic.twitter.com/yt6DI8OCuW
+ Andrew Gillespie, RHP, North Oconee (GA), 2024:
‘24 RHP Andrew Gillespie (@USA_Prime_GA)
— Justin Goetz (@JGoetzPBR) September 16, 2022
Athletic mover w/ repeatable delivery & advanced lower half mech. Attacked early with his heavy running FB 86-88 T90, hitters had difficult time matching plane. CB 75-76 solid shape when chest stayed over feet. #PBRCup @PBRGeorgia pic.twitter.com/ZeBFDz6aRC
+ Jackson Greer, RHP, North Paulding (GA), 2023:
#uncommitted ‘23 RHP Jackson Greer (@643DPAthletics) making hitters uncomfortable w/ immense feel for CB in early counts!
— Chaz Crawford (@chaz_crawford4) September 17, 2022
FB: 83-85 T86 ; late two seam life
CB: 72-76; sharp downer bite @PBRGeorgia || #PBRCup pic.twitter.com/uIjX1pOjTz
+ Logan Harelson, LHP, Hempfield (PA), 2024:
Uncommitted ‘24 Logan Harrelson (PA) has ticked up since my last look.
— Shooter Hunt (@ShooterHunt) September 16, 2022
Up over 88 with quality extension and more in the tank.
Upside on 1/7 curveball (74-76) and flashed quality faded change at 74.
Frame projects. #PBRCup || @PBRPennsylvania @ArtilleryBB pic.twitter.com/PdjEWWYefr
+ Dalton Harper, C, Maryvale (NY), 2023:
#GATA ‘23 Catcher - Dalton Harper (@TEAMELITENATION) w/ a 2 RBI double into the LF corner to take the lead! Thick frame w/ present strength+bat speed.@PBRNewYork || #PBRCup pic.twitter.com/ikB0LPptng
— Chaz Crawford (@chaz_crawford4) September 16, 2022
+ Ryan Hench, RHP, Orange (NC), 2023:
#GoHeels commit ‘23 RHP Ryan Hench (@_thedirtbags) seals the deal with 2.0 shutout inn., 1 H, 1 BB, 2 K. Clean arm, quick on back-side, downhill out of OTT slot.
— Phil Kerber (@PhilKerberPBR) September 16, 2022
FB: 86-89
CH: 82, deceptive, fade
CB: 75, 12/6@PrepBaseballNC | #PBRCup | @ShooterHunt pic.twitter.com/yWw9BS1X0k
+ Hunter Jones, RHP, North Marion (FL), 2023:
#Gators ‘23 RHP Hunter Jones (@PowerBSB) not his night command wise, but showed off some intriguing traits! Wiry-athletic build at 6’3 165lbs.
— Chaz Crawford (@chaz_crawford4) September 17, 2022
FB: 87-90 T91
CB: 74-76 ; (25-2700rpm)
CH: 80-81 (1600rpm) *last clip @PBRFlorida || @ShooterHunt || #PBRCup pic.twitter.com/4lPLrIjfTz
+ Caden Marcos, SS, Kell (GA), 2024:
‘24 SS Caden Marcos (GA) connects for an emphatic #PBRbombsquad this evening. Patient, selective approach and picked out a pitch to uncoil on.
— Shooter Hunt (@ShooterHunt) September 16, 2022
Also played an athletic SS, ranged around well and showed arm strength across. Still @PBR_Uncommitted.#PBRCup || @PBRGeorgia pic.twitter.com/gFnHrqGamh
+ Ryan Novak, OF, Blessed Trinity (GA), 2023:
‘23 Ryan Novak(@USA_Prime_GA @BT_Baseball)
— Justin Goetz (@JGoetzPBR) September 16, 2022
Sends an absolute nuke into the Emerson skies!! Grand Salami. Great job staying stacked on the backside in stride. Front shoulder tilt in separation creates serious leverage uphill & steepens barrel to match plane @PBRGeorgia pic.twitter.com/38R2vdFqHA
+ Tristan Potts, LHP, Cuthberson (NC), 2024:
#uncommitted ‘24 LHP Tristan Potts fills up the zone with FB/SL combo. Starting hitters with both from deceptive, compact 3/4 slot. 14K Perfect Game at NPI earlier this year 👀
— Chaz Crawford (@chaz_crawford4) September 16, 2022
FB: 81-85 T86; (FB profiles flip occasionally)
SL: 72-77 @PrepBaseballNC || #PBRCup pic.twitter.com/fpPKukN9yJ
+ Matthew Simay, MIF, Mill Creek (GA), 2023:
#uncommitted ‘23 MIF Matthew Simay w/ a â„ï¸ rope up the middle! Balanced approach+short path allowing him to stay on time. Leg lift triggers hands providing subtle stretch in upper half. Twitchy athlete w/ projection left in frame! @PBRGeorgia || #PBRCup || @TEAMELITENATION pic.twitter.com/1m1D9x7765
— Chaz Crawford (@chaz_crawford4) September 16, 2022
+ Juan Vargas, RHP, North Cobb Christian (GA), 2023:
#Uncommitted ‘23 RHP Juan Vargas (@TEAMELITENATION) working heavy FB from steep angle!
— Chaz Crawford (@chaz_crawford4) September 17, 2022
FB: 88-90; 20-24in IVB 🛫 👀
CB: 74-77; (23-2500rpm)
CH: 81-82 @PBRGeorgia || @ShooterHunt || @PBR_Uncommitted || #PBRCup pic.twitter.com/bPA3H7akm9
+ Jacob Vokal, SS, Cherokee Bluff (GA), 2024:
‘24 SS Jacob Vokal (@us_2024 @CBBearBaseball)
— Justin Goetz (@JGoetzPBR) September 16, 2022
Simplified swing showing strength in wrists+forearms, impressive ability to decelerate/accelerate for this launch in the gap! Shows off 6.7 speed on this 3B. Impact defender at SS w/ cannon 💪@PBR_Uncommitted @PBRGeorgia #PBRCup pic.twitter.com/xJVuY4uAOE
+ Gavin Webster, LHP, Union Grove (GA), 2024:
#uncommitted ‘24 LHP Gavin Webster displaying unique supination profile! Difficult angle for hitters to pick up on from steep release height
— Chaz Crawford (@chaz_crawford4) September 17, 2022
FB: 84-86; cut+ride
SLV: 75-77 (23-2500rpm) @PBRGeorgia || #PBRCup pic.twitter.com/b3XZW2vPuL
+ Seth Wray, RHP, Randleman (NC), 2024:
#uncommitted ‘24 RHP Seth Way (@SCPanthers_) working w/ quick tempo and showing confidence in FB/SL combo. Projection oozes out of 6’4 175lb frame!
— Chaz Crawford (@chaz_crawford4) September 17, 2022
FB: 84-86 T87.4
SL: 70-74; (23-2500rpm) S/M potential!
CH : 75-78 @ShooterHunt || @PrepBaseballNC || #PBRCup pic.twitter.com/QcNgrjpZKL
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