THE WORLD'S LARGEST AND MOST COMPREHENSIVE SCOUTING ORGANIZATION
| 2,491 MLB PLAYERS | 15,806 MLB DRAFT SELECTIONS
2,491 MLB PLAYERS | 15,806 MLB DRAFT SELECTIONS
Sign in Create Account
Sign in Create Account
College  | Recruiting | 4/13/2020

Recruiting Notebook: April 13

Jheremy Brown
Photo: Ty Southisene (Perfect Game)

Recruiting Notebook: April 6

Louis Rodriguez, rhp, Class of 2022
Commitment: San Diego

Rodriguez, who attends national powerhouse Orange Lutheran and is ranked No. 5 in the latest PG High School rankings, is the latest commit for the Toreros, a program that has had nice success on the trail as of late with Christian Grino and Kai Negrete, a teammate at OLu. A strongly built righthander, Rodriguez continues to see his velocity rise into the mid- to upper-80s, but that’s far from the whole picture in regard to his success on the mound. While the velocity stands out, it’s his ability to generate consistent and natural cutting life on the pitch while missing bats all around the strike zone that’s even more impressive. Rodriguez shows solid arm quickness and he maintains it well on the release of his slider which plays well off of his fastball, consistently working ahead in the count.

Outlook for the class: The 2022 class is still relatively small for USD compared to other programs around the country, working with four commits at present, all of whom call California home. Rodriguez checks in at No. 278 in the latest class of 2022 rankings, the highest of the four Torero commits, and he’s the type of arm who can lead a pitching staff down the line, already assembling an impressive resume of success on the diamond.

Caleb Logerwell, rhp, Class of 2021
Commitment: UCF

Prior to his commitment to the Knights, Longerwell ranked as one of the top uncommitted prospects in the country so locking him up is a big piece for UCF. Logerwell stands at a strong 6-foot-1, 190-pounds and has continued to progress into a primary arm while seeing his stuff uptick along the way. Listed as a primary third baseman throughout much of the summer where his arm strength plays plenty well and he shows looseness to his righthanded swing, the Georgia native saw his arsenal on the mound jump throughout the fall, peaking at 92 mph during the WWBA World Championship before bumping 94 mph during the 2020 PG High School Showdown. The one constant for Logerwell throughout has been the breaking ball, a true swing-and-miss offering with high spin and late, tight biting life to the bottom of the zone, a pitch that has proven to be a true difference maker.

Outlook for the class: The 2021 class is coming together nicely for UCF, now seven commits deep, and Logerwell serves as the first righthander in the class. As they typically do, the coaching staff has stayed primarily within the state, but being able to pull a talent like Logerwell from Georgia is a major win for a class that’s already shaping up to be a strong one.

Brendan Lysik, lhp, Class of 2021
Commitment: Texas Tech

It’s no secret that the Texas Tech staff will go whenever they need to in order to pick up high-end talent, so it’s not at all shocking that they left the state of Texas and went into New Jersey to lock up Lysik. A strong bodied lefthander, Lysik has made a big jump in terms of velocity since we last saw him at the 2019 Mid-Atlantic Prospect Showcase where he topped out at 84 mph, as reports now have him working comfortably in the upper-80s and touching a tick higher. Lysik already stands 6-foot-3 and has shown a nice feel for a pair of secondary pitches, giving him an arsenal that will make him an arm to follow throughout the summer and fall circuits.

Outlook for the class: As mentioned above, Tech isn’t afraid to go outside of their state despite the riches that lie within and of their six commits in 2021, three come from out-of-state. At No. 230 in the country the New Jersey native is the top-ranked prospect in the Red Raiders’ group and he’s one of three lefthanded arms already committed, joining a pair of righthanders, a clear emphasis of stocking up on arm talent.

Ty Southisene, ss, Class of 2024
Commitment: San Diego State

Southisene still has another year before he enters high school but the young shortstop out of Nevada already has his college commitment in hand, recently giving his verbal to the San Diego State staff. While he may not be the most physically imposing, Southisene’s defensive actions will go toe-to-toe with any in the country at his age, and even those a year or two older, as his internal clock and overall instincts are mightily advanced for the 14u level. The full array of defensive actions were on display at the 13u PG Select Festival, and while we can rave about his skills in the dirt, he’s no slouch with the stick either, recently winning the MVP at the 2020 14u Mountain West Championship. Like his approach on defense, there’s plenty of rhythm and balance to his operation at the plate, generating ample bat speed thanks to loose wrists while connecting for consistent barreled contact to all parts of the field.

Outlook for the class: Southisene is the lone commitment for the Aztecs at this point, though the staff has to be ecstatic as the first piece of the class is a top 10-ranked player. Checking in at No. 6 in the initial 2024 rankings, Southisene is the type of player a recruiting coordinator can easily build a class around given his aptitude on the diamond and top-of-the-order skillset in the box.

Elijha Hammill, ss, Class of 2021
Commitment: Utah

The Utes landed themselves a big commitment this past week, venturing into Ontario for one of the top-ranked players in Canada’s 2021 class in switch-hitting shortstop Elijha Hammill. He’s a well-built athlete with quick-twitch muscle to him, assets that aid him well both up the middle – where he should project to stay at the next level – as well as towards the top of the lineup, showing the same twitch both in his swing and on the basepaths. Offensively, there’s plenty of hand speed to his swing, particularly from the left side where he shows natural feel for the barrel and plenty of comfort turning on the ball with some authority. Whether he plays second base or shortstop, the athleticism and overall range will make themselves present as he moves well on his feet and possesses solid arm strength to complete the plays.

Outlook for the class: Hammill’s commitment is a big one for the Utah staff as he becomes their first commitment to rank within Perfect Game’s top 500, checking in at No. 225 in the most updated rankings. Similar to some of the other players mentioned above in regards to their respective classes, Hammill’s skillset and overall athleticism make him a key piece of this Utah 2021 class, especially when you project him to make an impact in the middle of the diamond.

Justin Crawford, of, Class of 2022
Commitment: Arizona

Though his commitment came two weeks back, Arizona landed a big-time commitment for their 2022 class in outfielder Justin Crawford, the son of long-time MLB outfielder Carl Crawford. A key target for recruiting coordinators on the circuit with the MLB Breakthrough club this past fall, Crawford’s game continues to develop at a rapid rate as he adds physical strength to his long and athletic 6-foot-2 frame. Crawford continues to show a natural feel for the barrel with his lefthanded swing, but now with the added strength we’ve begun to see him impact the ball to all parts of the field with plenty of reason to believe he’s far from hitting his ceiling. His foot speed is another impact tool and should serve him well upon his arrival in Tucson, covering plenty of ground for head coach Jay Johnson in the outfield.

Outlook for the class: Anytime a team can land a top 100 prospect it’s considered a big win and Crawford is the fourth such player with that lofty ranking, joining fellow Nevada resident Mason Neville along with infielders Mikey Romero and Ryan Ward who could solidify the left side of the infield for the Cats in the future. Overall, Crawford’s commitment is the ninth in the class of 2021 and interestingly is the fifth lefthanded bat of the seven position players currently committed to Arizona.
Give us your feedback
College | Rankings | 6/25/2026

College Top 25: Final Update
Vincent Cervino
Article Image
With a postseason run for the ages, the Oklahoma Sooners (43-23) took home the National Championship and naturally finish the 2026 season as our No. 1 team in the land.  It is the third national title for the Sooners, playing in their 12th CWS and making their fourth championship series appearance.  They add to previous national titles won in 1951 and 1994 and did it by taking the most difficult path of any team in this year’s tournament.  In the NCAA Tournament, Oklahoma took down national seeds, No. 2 Georgia Tech twice, No. 3 Georgia twice, No. 5 UNC twice, No. 7 Alabama and No. 15 Kansas twice.  This was the second time that head coach Skip Johnson has led the Sooners to the CWS Championship Series since 2022 and the first time he has taken home the crown.  The North Carolina Tarheels (54-14) was one win away from their first national title and finish...
Read More
Tournaments | Story | 7/2/2026

Freedom Classic Opens Holiday Weekend

Alyssa Golden
Article Image
More than 30 teams from the 14U-18U age divisions will head to Fort Myers, Florida this Fourth of July weekend for the seventh annual Perfect Game Freedom Classic. The tournament, running July 3-6, features several nationally ranked prospects from across the country as teams look to compete for a championship. Headlining the field are twin brothers Derek and Ryan Yormark of Merrick, New York. Right-handed pitcher Derek Yormack is the No. 51-ranked player in the class of 2027, the No. 1 player in New York and the No. 5-ranked right-handed pitcher in the country. First baseman Ryan Yormark comes in just behind his twin brother as the No. 3 overall player in New York, the No. 5 first baseman in the nation and the No. 90-ranked player nationally. Both brothers are committed to Vanderbilt. Derek Yormark has established himself as one of the top two-way prospects in the 2027 class. He has run...
Read More
Tournaments | Story | 7/2/2026

14u West World Series Scout Notes

Quinton Hall
Article Image
Asher Contreras (2030 | Las Vegas, NV) The 5-foot-10, 170-pound right-handed hitter and outfielder was one of the most dangerous hitters in the tournament for Wow Factor Nv 2030, stuffing the stat sheet while displaying an impressive combination of power and speed. He finished the weekend with 9 hits, including two doubles and a home run, while driving in seven runs and scoring five more. He also swiped three bases and worked three walks, consistently putting pressure on opposing defenses while showing feel for the zone with just one strikeout all weekend. His ability to hit for extra bases while also creating offense on the bases made him one of the most impactful offensive performers at the event.    Braylen Silva (‘30 | NV) RBI 2B for GBG Vegas 14u Red. Direct path, quick trigger, & barrel feel. Solid 2-hole stick creating offense all day #14UWestWS...
Read More
High School | General | 7/1/2026

PG High School All-Americans

Tyler Russo
Article Image
High School Top 50: Final Update With the High School season all wrapped up, today we take a look at our First, Second and Third Team All-Americans from around the country. Below you'll find three teams with stats that seem otherworldly from players who'll likely hear their names called in the coming week's MLB Draft. Within the "Notable Stats" section you'll see the individual award winners as well. First Team All-American Pos.  Name Class School State Commitment Notable Stats C Cole Prosek 2026 Magnolia Heights MS Ole Miss .595 BA, 18 HR, 79 RBI 1B Will Adams 2026 Hoover AL LSU .489, 13 HR, 52 RBI IF James Tronstein 2026 Harvard-Westlake CA Vanderbilt .531, 10 HR, 29 RBI, 21 XBH IF Grady Emerson 2026 Fort Worth Christian TX Texas .508, 8 HR, 56 RBI, 34/35 SB, National POY IF Jacob Lombard 2026 Gulliver Schools FL Miami .477, 10 HR, 52 R, 42 H, 14 SB OF Martin Shelar 2026 Marist GA...
Read More
Tournaments | Story | 7/1/2026

16u Elite Scout Notes: Days 3-5

Perfect Game Staff
Article Image
16u Elite Scout Notes: Days 1-2  ‘28 AJ Bonnette (TX) with 7 Ks thru 4 IP thus far, living 89-91 w/ heavy traits. Filling up all four quads & attacking hitters early in counts. Mixing a slurvy breaker & turning the CHG over well. @PG_Uncommitted #NatElite @Texas_PG pic.twitter.com/oz2XXoKHvt — Perfect Game Scout (@PG_Scouting) June 30, 2026 Aj Bonnette (2028, Keller, Texas) showed out on both sides of the ball at the National Elite Championship, but really stood out on the mound Tuesday. He toed the rubber in round two of the playoffs, proceeding to toss six innings with eight punchouts and zero earned runs allowed. The 6-foot southpaw filled up all four quadrants of the strike zone, attacking hitters early and often with his fastball. The heater lived in the 88-91 mph range with heavy traits, often setting up his slurvy breaking ball. Bonnette showed good feel...
Read More
Tournaments | Story | 7/1/2026

Performance Baseball Rolls On

Kinley Kitchens
Article Image
Championship teams often reveal themselves when the game isn’t going their way. Performance Baseball 2028/Milwaukee Brewers Scout Team did exactly that. Trailing Florida Burn 2028 Scout through four innings, the Brewers refused to panic. Instead, they relied on timely hitting, consistent pitching, and an unselfish approach at the plate, rallying a five-run fifth inning before pulling away for a 9-5 victory to clinch their spot in the semifinals. The comeback was fueled by contributions throughout the lineup. Six different players drove in runs, including two RBIs each from Aiden Capobianco and Cameron Massey, while Matthew Heredia, Parker Weston, Ethan Smith, and Aj Bonnette each added an RBI of their own. On the mound, Derek Wenzel set the tone with 3.2 solid innings before Ethan Smith shut the door in relief, helping preserve the comeback victory. Although the Brewers have had a...
Read More
Tournaments | Championship | 7/1/2026

JK Select Hawaii Tackles 14u West WS

Emily Hicks
Article Image
JK Select Hawaii capped off an impressive tournament run by defeating GBG Vegas 14u Red14-4 in the championship game on Sunday at Goodyear Ballpark, claiming the 14u West World Series title. From the opening pitch, JK Select controlled the pace of the game. The offense jumped out early, scoring 6 runs in the 1st inning after timely hits from MVP Sean Shindo and Kade Manarpaac. The early lead gave the pitching staff confidence as they worked efficiently through the opposing lineup. “I've worked hard to get better at my game for the past few months; it means a lot that I did well and performed in a tournament like this” said Shindo. Starting pitcher Maddox Prones turned in a strong performance, allowing 3 runs while striking out 5 batters over 3 innings. The defense backed the effort with great plays in the middle infield, preventing GBG Vegas from building momentum....
Read More
Tournaments | Story | 7/1/2026

"Wow" Swings Catch Eyes at 16u Elite

Kinley Kitchens
Article Image
On the second day of the 2026 Perfect Game National Elite Championship, one swing turned heads across the ballpark. The next one brought everyone to a stop. With Wow Factor Nation 16U trailing midway through its matchup against Sandlot Scout Team 2028, Micheal O'Connor launched a solo home run to spark the offense. Just one batter later, Aaron Frink stepped into the box and sent another ball over the fence, delivering back-to-back home runs that quickly became one of the most talked about moments of the tournament’s opening days. Parents gathered along the nets, players from previous games stopped to watch, and college scouts turned their attention toward the action as the two towering swings energized the crowd and brought new life to the game. Although Wow Factor Nation ultimately lost 5-3 after a hard-fought performance, the back-to-back home runs served as a reminder of the...
Read More
Tournaments | Story | 6/30/2026

Stacked Runs the Table at 17u WWBA

Will Dembo
Article Image
Following a jam-packed week of entertainment at the 17u WWBA Championships, the top nationally ranked program, USA Prime 17u National/Detroit Tigers Scout Team, faced off against Stacked Baseball 17u (No. 80 nationally) in the highly anticipated championship matchup as both teams looked to earn one of the most prestigious titles in all of travel baseball. Each talented squad entered the finale undefeated, but Stacked Baseball continued their dominance throughout the tournament, defeating the Detroit Tigers Scout Team 10-2 in mercy rule fashion to become national champions behind explosive bats and impressive pitching. Stacked Baseball was the overwhelming top team throughout the week as the WWBA Champions outscored opponents by an absurd 117-12 during their 11-0 run. “We got some talented kids, but we played against a little bit of Goliath over there,” Stacked Head Coach Mike...
Read More
Tournaments | Story | 6/30/2026

17u WWBA Scout Notes: Day 7

Perfect Game Staff
Article Image
17u WWBA Scout Notes: Day 1 | Day 2 | Day 3 | Day 4  Day 5 | Day 6 Shea Corona (2027, Brooklyn, N.Y.) showcased some loud stuff out of the bullpen for MLB Breakthrough Series 2027. The New York native and primary shortstop topped out at 93 with the fastball, sitting comfortable in the 90-92 range. Corona paired it with a sharp and tight slider at 81-83, staying on the same plane until late. The pitch plays well already and the delivery is very athletic. The uncommitted right-hander went three scoreless and was in the zone plenty, striking out two while not allowing a walk. '27 SS Moises Gudino (FL) continues to stay red hot, working a long AB & cracking an oppo 2B on the 8th pitch. Really seeing ing well. #WWBA @Florida_PG https://t.co/OjNJ8Bmzao pic.twitter.com/WoDDp35EI1 — Perfect Game Scout (@PG_Scouting) June 30, 2026 Moises Gudino (2027, Tampa, Fla.)...
Read More
Tournaments | Story | 6/30/2026

Texas Twelve Firing On Full Cylinders

Kinley Kitchens
Article Image
Every team hopes to start a tournament with momentum, but few make a statement quite like Texas Twelve Maroon 2028. Matched up against defending champion Excel Blue Wave National to kick off their debut in the 2026 Perfect Game National Elite Championship, Texas Twelve Maroon delivered a complete team performance, earning a hard-fought 3-2 victory and immediately establishing themselves as one of the top teams to watch this week. The win showcased the balance that has made Texas Twelve Maroon a powerful team. Strong pitching, timely hitting, and steady defense all played a role as the team held off one of the tournament’s premier programs. Right-hander Ty Antley turned in an outstanding performance on the mound, throwing a complete game while allowing only five hits and two walks over seven innings. The High Follow prospect worked consistently between 85-89 mph and mixed in a sharp...
Read More
Loading more articles...
About Perfect Game :: Contact us :: Terms of Use :: Privacy Policy :: Testimonials :: Job Opportunities
Copyright 1994-2026 by Perfect Game. All rights reserved. No portion of this information may be reprinted or reproduced without the written consent of Perfect Game.