Two NJ 2021s Represented in Latest Overall Update
December 28, 2017
Future Games Trials (Invite-Only: 2020s & 2021s) – Request Your Spot HERE
The newest Updated 2021 Rankings have been released, expanding the overall number to 75 freshmen from around the country. Two talented players from New Jersey, OF Mike Bello (Pope John XXIII HS, NJ) and SS Chris Markovich (North Hunterdon HS, NJ) lead the way for the Garden State.
The Updated List provides recruiters an early look at some of the younger talent across the country, and is especially important because Division I schools are prohibited from recruiting until March 1st.
Take a look at the Bello File and the Markovich File below:
Mike Bello
Class of 2021 / OF
Player Information
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Graduating Class: 2021
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Primary Position: OF
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High School: Pope John XXIIIState: NJ
- Summer Team: .9ers
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Height: 6-2Weight: 200lbs
- Bat/Throw: L/L
Statistics
Videos
NJ Underclass Games (September 24, 2017)
Player News
- Updated 2021 Rankings - Apr 6, 2021
- Super 60 Spotlight: Mike Bello - Jan 8, 2021
- Year in Review - Top 60 Yard Dash Times - Dec 29, 2020
- 2021 SEC Recruiting Classes - Dec 17, 2020
- Updated NJ 2021 Rankings - Aug 28, 2020
- Updated & Expanded 2021 Rankings - Mar 26, 2020
- Updated and Expanded 2021 Rankings - Aug 19, 2019
- Garden State Underclass Games: Sneak Peak - Jun 11, 2019
- Two NJ 2021s Represented in Latest Overall Update - Dec 28, 2017
- Top Freshmen Prospects - Dec 20, 2017
- Underclass Games: Top Exit Velocities - Oct 16, 2017
- Underclass Games: Top Outfield Velocities - Oct 1, 2017
- Underclass Games: Top 60 Times - Sep 29, 2017
- On the Hunt: 2021 Rankings Report - Sep 28, 2017
Christopher Markovich
Class of 2021 / SS
Player Information
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Graduating Class: 2021
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Primary Position: SSSecondary Position: 3B
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High School: ImmaculataState: NJ
- Summer Team: Diamond Jacks
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Height: 5-11Weight: 180lbs
- Bat/Throw: R/R
Statistics
Scouting Report
Underclass Games (September 24th, 2017)
Markovich has a lean, athletic build at 5-foot-10 175-pounds with broad shoulders and advanced quick-twitch attributes as just a freshman. He ran the 60 yard dash in 6.98-seconds and recorded an exit velocity of 88 MPH. At the plate – Markovich starts with a slightly opened stance and hands just below back shoulder. As pitch comes in, hands load up and back with fluidity and uses a leg kick to start swing. Smooth, effortless hips and hands through the zone. Shows elasticity in upper body on finish; creates torque to produce power. Uphill swing, remains balanced throughout. Defensively – throws recorded from SS topped at 76 MPH across the infield with carry and backspin. Smooth, easy hands and footwork, able to play through throws with momentum. Quick, easy hand exchange, able to throw from multiple slots. One of the top prospects in the 2021 class.
Videos
NJ Underclass Games (September 24, 2017)
Player News
- 2021 ACC Recruiting Classes - Dec 3, 2020
- Garden State Underclass Games: Sneak Peak - Jun 11, 2019
- Future Games: NJ Stats Released - Aug 7, 2018
- Team NJ Suffers Tough Loss to Team Connecticut, 5-4 - Aug 3, 2018
- Future Games: Team New Jersey Infielders - Jul 9, 2018
- 2021 Rankings Edition - Dec 29, 2017
- Two NJ 2021s Represented in Latest Overall Update - Dec 28, 2017
- Locked In Baseball: Notes & Standouts - Oct 19, 2017
- Underclass Games: Top Exit Velocities - Oct 16, 2017
- Underclass Games: Top Infield Velocities - Sep 30, 2017
- Underclass Games: Top 60 Times - Sep 29, 2017
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Scouting Report
Underclass Games (September 24th, 2017)
Bello has a broad shouldered build at 6-foot-2 185-pounds. Ran the 60 yard dash in 7.10-seconds and recorded an exit velocity of 86 MPH. At the plate – Bello starts in a tall, slightly opened stance with hands in line with back shoulder and some rhythm in wrists prepitch. Uses a small foot stride to start swing. Short, quick and explosive hands to the ball with an uphill finish on his back leg. One of the top overall prospects from the event. Defensively – throws topped at 78 MPH from right field. Short, quick arm action – high-3/4 slot with backspin on throws. Able to play through his throws with momentum. One of the top 2021s in the state right now – high level prospect with a lot to like.