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Tournaments  | Story | 6/20/2021

Florida Rebels Perfect So Far at 18u BCS

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FORT MYERS, Fla. -- While the 2021 PG 18u BCS National Championship draws some of the most talented and successful teams from around the country to compete, few rosters have been as successful as the Florida Rebels this summer.
 
The Sarasota, Fla.-based squad is undefeated so far this season, compiling a 10-0-0 record across two Perfect Game events this summer. After dominating the 2021 PG East Memorial Day Classic, blowing through the tournament on their way to a 7-0 record and a championship victory, the Rebels have continued their winning ways into the BCS, going 3-0 with a +17 run differential through pool play. While head coach Shawn Sprague is happy with his team’s current hot streak, he knows that the road gets more challenging as the team ventures into ranked play.
 
“It’s tougher from here on out,” Sprague said. “Everyone is gunning to take down someone who is undefeated. We just have to play our game and go out there and have fun to keep this up.”
 
The Rebels started off the tournament by handling Precision Patriots 18u Penna on Friday morning, mercy-ruling them 10-0 in five innings. Brady Jernigan and Caden Marsters showed out against the Patriots, each delivering two hits and driving home two runs apiece. John McCormick also dominated on the mound, earning every out via the strikeout (9) and allowing just one baserunner through three innings. Camden Sprague then came on in relief, striking out two in two innings and combining with McCormick for a no-hitter.
 
In their next matchup on Friday, the Rebels cruised again, defeating Marucci Elite Texas 18u Mayo, 6-1. Marsters and Luke Ridley provided the offensive firepower against Marucci, as Ridley kicked off the scoring with a bases-loaded three-RBI double in the second and Marsters with a two-RBI double in the third. The Rebels dominated again on the mound, as Ashton Fedorek struck out five through two innings of work, along with Mason Janz and Joseph Phan doing solid work out of the bullpen. Heading into Saturday, Shawn wanted to continue to see his team improve, despite their early success.
 
“We want to get better in every game that we play,” Sprague said. “There’s something to learn from every game. We’re doing the little things well right now, and hopefully, we keep doing them.”
 
However, the Rebels found themselves in a hole early in their only game on Saturday as the Vipers Baseball Club jumped out to a 1-0 lead in the top of the first inning. 
 
That hole didn’t last for long, though, as Camden Sprague lined a single to center and then advanced into scoring position on a poor back pick attempt. Ryan Waldschmidt then delivered for the Rebels, drilling an RBI triple off the wall in left-center to even the game at one. As he stepped to the plate, the Charleston Southern commit said he kept his approach simple to put his squad back in the game.
 
“I went up there looking for the fastball and adjusting to anything off-speed,” Waldschmidt said. “I wanted something middle-in that I could take back up the middle, and I got the pitch I wanted and was able to come through.”
 
Despite the early commotion, both offenses fell dormant through the top of the fourth inning. The Rebel bats were determined to change that in the bottom of the inning, as Sprague led off by knocking a hard ground ball to second and reaching on an error. After stealing second and third, Sprague was in prime position for Rebel starting pitcher Michael Doyle to provide some run support of his own. Doyle proceeded to drill a ball to third base, inducing a Viper error and scoring Sprague, giving the Rebels their first lead of the game. Waldschmidt attributes his team’s ability to come back from a deficit to their camaraderie and confidence in each other.
 
“A lot of us, we’ve played together for five, six years now, so we all have trust in each other,” Waldschmidt said. “That’s really what it comes down to. Nobody feels like they have to do too much. They know the next guy behind them has their back. As long as we pass the bats and get on base, we’re going to score runs.”
 
While the game remained close, the Rebel offense distanced themselves in the fifth. After Janz reached and advanced to second on two separate fielder’s choices, Waldschmidt delivered a two-out RBI double to right-center, scoring Janz. Waldschmidt then promptly stole third, allowing him to score easily on a Dylan McGarry single. A series of walks then plated McGarry before the inning ended, giving the Rebels a 5-1 lead.
 
After a bumpy start in the first, Doyle settled into his own as the game progressed. Through the next five innings, Doyle blanked the Vipers, striking out two and allowing just four baserunners. Doyle ran into some more trouble in the seventh, allowing one run, but closed out the complete game for the Rebels, finishing off a 5-2 victory for the squad. While he was hesitant at first, Sprague was incredibly proud of how his pitcher battled and gutted out a victory.
 
“When Michael first went out there, I didn’t think he was going to make it past the second inning,” Sprague said. “But he kept getting more efficient as he went on and was able to turn it around, so we let him ride for the rest of the day. He didn’t start strong, but he finished out great.”

Heading into ranked play, the Rebels will look to continue their winning ways Father’s Day morning as they take on Gametime Prospects 18u Black and SWFL 18u in their two games on the day. While the ultimate goal is to win a championship, Sprague wants his players to enjoy their last ride together before they venture into college ball.
 
“The biggest thing for these boys is to go out there and have fun,” Sprague said. “Some of these kids have known each other since they were eight years old. It’s the last time they are going to be together on the field, so they’ve just got to go out there and let it go.”

Tournaments | Story | 10/24/2026

SBA Takes 14u Title Behind Offense

Jheremy Brown
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To say there were standouts all over the field for the 14u WWBA World Championship would be an understatement as the matchup of Team Elite 14u Scout and SBA Bolts National 14u saw two of the more loaded rosters going head-to-head with a title on the line. And after weather threw a giant wrench into pool play, both Sunday and Monday were nothing but sunshine and high intensity baseball leading into the final game of the event.  While the game ultimately ended via run rule after five in favor of SBA upon a 9 run inning, it was a tight contest up until that point with Team Elite carrying a 3-2 lead thru four innings.  Team Elite drew first blood as a Ross Logan walk quickly turned into the first run of the game following a well struck single by Cooper Ooten into left field who eventually came around to score following a double steal, scoring before the third out of the inning was...
Softball | Softball Tournament | 10/22/2026

PG Softball Chesterfield Fall Showcase High School Division

Erica Beach
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PG Softball Chesterfield Fall Showcase HS Division Oct 17-18, 2026 Chesterfield First Community Athletic Complex CHESTERFIELD, MO — It was a perfect weekend for softball, with 16 teams converging on the Chesterfield First Community Athletic Complex to compete in the High School Division. Teams from Illinois, Minnesota, and Iowa were there to battle it out, and there was only one undefeated team in the tournament: the Southeast Iowa All-Stars 16U Gold Flowerbach, who went a stellar 5-0 on the weekend. We were treated to some stellar performances all weekend and below we highlight some of the standout athletes who caught our eyes.  Lucy Turner (2027, Marion, IA) of the Cedar Rapids Reds was a truly dynamic two-way player this past weekend. Offensively, she batted .444 with 5 RBIs and an impressive 6 stolen bases, which led the tournament. She also scored 6 runs for her team and...
Tournaments | Championship | 10/22/2026

Wildcatters Reign Supreme at 13u WWBA

Jheremy Brown
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After both the Best of the West and the Beast of the East wrapped up, a big conglomerate of high end talent and stacked teams descended upon West Palm for both the 13u and the 14u WWBA World Championships. While the weather threw a wrench into the plans early on and some adjustment was needed to ensure the event moved forward, it was nothing but sunshine and competitive baseball throughout Sunday and into the early morning Monday.  Kicking off with the 13u WWBA World Championship, the first thing to point out is the fact this was a wood bat tournament played on 60-90 fields and while the combo was a first for most, you wouldn't know it with their level of play throughout the weekend. In an unsurprising twist and a continuation of their 12u dominance, the 13u championship saw the #2 seeded Goldin Prospects lock horns with the top seeded Houston Wildcatters, aka the champion of the...
Tournaments | Story | 10/22/2026

17u Coastal Fall Invitational

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Dalton Fisher (2028, China Grove, NC) stands at 6-foot-2, 180 pounds, with a lean, projectable frame and room to add strength as he develops. Bats and throws right-handed and plays the outfield. Shows a good approach at the plate with quick hands, solid bat speed, and the ability to drive the ball to all fields. Fisher went 2-for-3 with 1 RBI, putting together a great day at the plate. Bradley Edwards (2028, Summerville,SC) Stands at 6-feet-5 225 strong build and the potential to generate considerable power. Bats and throws right handed is a right handed pitcher. Shows good arm strength and the ability to attack hitters while generating swings and misses. Demonstrates a competitive approach on the mound with the ability to challenge hitters in the zone. Recorded 4.2 innings pitched with 10 strikeouts, a 56% strike rate, and a fastball that topped out at 85 mph. Jackson Pierce (2028,...
Softball | Softball Tournament | 10/21/2026

PG Softball Chesterfield Fall Showcase 14U Division

Erica Beach
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2026 PG softball Chesterfield fall showcase 14U Division October 17th to 18th Chesterfield First Community Athletic Complex CHESTERFIELD, MO — It was a highly competitive weekend of softball as six teams battled it out on the field. In the end, the Midland Magic Wooster finished with a flawless 5-0 record, showcasing a dominant tournament performance by allowing only three runs while exploding for 65 runs of their own. Below we highlight some of the weekend’s shining stars. \ Abigail Doolittle (2030 - Edwardsville, Illinois) of Top Gun 2030-IL established herself as one of the tournament's most formidable hitters over five games, posting an astounding .727 batting average. Showcasing elite power and versatility, she racked up three singles, two doubles, two triples, and a home run. Doolittle drove in four runs, scored four times, drew a walk, and added a stolen base....
Tournaments | Story | 10/21/2026

Windy City Finale Scout Notes

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‘27 RHP Jaxson Weiss (IL) pitched well in his 5 innings and put up some eye popping strikeout numbers. He punched out 10 and allowed only 2ER. FB T86 early and flashed a BB 72-75. #WCFinale https://t.co/M8GtCUgxyS — Perfect Game Illinois (@PG_Illinois) October 17, 2026 Jaxson Weiss (2027, New Lennox, Ill.) a right-handed pitcher put up big strikeout numbers in his start on Saturday. He worked five innings while punching out ten opposing hitters. The fastball topped out at 86 mph and sat in the 82-85 mph range most of the game. His breaking ball was his primary off-speed, living 72-75 mph. Weiss keeps his body under control throughout his delivery, helping him with his good command on the mound. He uses his lower half well with a nice leg drive and gets his hips through, guiding his backside. He pitched with confidence and stayed ahead of hitters most of the game. Hayden...
Tournaments | Story | 10/19/2026

PG Draft: Jupiter Draft Movers

Tyler Henninger
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The WWBA World Championship remains one of the premier events on the draft calendar as all 30 major league organizations descend on Jupiter to evaluate some of the top talent in amateur baseball. The event serves as a pivotal checkpoint in the scouting process, giving established prospects an opportunity to further elevate their stock while lesser-known names have a chance to put themselves on the radar of various organizations. This year was no exception, as several players made strong impressions and positioned themselves for increased attention heading into the spring. With that being said, let’s dive into a few draft risers and sleepers who stood out in Jupiter. Calum Andersen (‘27,CAN) had his A stuff working today running the FB to 96 mph with a devastating horizontal SL at 85 mph that can break bats. Mixed in a late breaking 12/6 curveball at 78 mph that induces weak...
Tournaments | Story | 10/20/2026

Jupiter Recap: Stars Being Stars

Vincent Cervino
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WWBA World Championship Notes: Day 1 | Day 2 | Day 3 | Day 4 PG Draft: Jupiter Draft Movers With the 2026 WWBA World Championship in the rearview mirror, we're going to begin our breakdowns of 4 different subcategories, beginning today with the Stars Being Stars category. Most of the players below are household names or were teetering on the edge of such recognition, using Jupiter as their launching pad. From Perfect Game All-Americans to some serious helium names for the MLB Draft, the PG crew breaks them all down below.  ‘27 Samir Mohammed (FL) racked up 11 Ks thru 5 IP on 75% strikes. FB lived 98-99, T100 w/ tons of ASR & life thru the zone. Hit 99 mph 10+ times incl his final pitch of the outing. Had his sharp vert CB on a string & faded the CHG effectively vs LHHs (clip). #LSU commit. @PG_Draft #WWBAWorlds @Florida_PG — Perfect Game Scout (@PG_Scouting)...
Tournaments | Story | 10/21/2026

Jupiter Recap: Uncommitted...For Now

Kyler Peterson
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WWBA World Championship Notes: Day 1 | Day 2 | Day 3 | Day 4 PG Draft: Jupiter Draft Movers | Jupiter: Stars Being Stars Gets your reads in now because by the time you reach the end, some of the talent in this article might be giving their commitments to a college somewhere across the country. Every player below did something that caught out scout's eye and should certainly be on the radar for college coaches, if they aren't already.  Braxton Sykes (2028, Brunswick, Ga.) tossed a total of six innings down in Jupiter, collecting six strikeouts while failing to allow either a hit or earned run during his tenure on the mound. The 6-foot-2 right-hander showcased an impressive three-pitch mix with excellent feel to locate in every part of the strike zone. His fastball lived in the mid- to upper-80s mph range with more velocity to project for as Sykes continues to add strength and...
Tournaments | Story | 10/23/2026

Jupiter Recap: The Next Wave

Kyler Peterson
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WWBA World Championship Notes: Day 1 | Day 2 | Day 3 | Day 4 PG Draft: Jupiter Draft Movers | Jupiter: Stars Being Stars | Jupiter: Uncommitted...For Now | Jupiter: Breakout Prospects You don't have to look too hard into the future to see what the prep game has in store as the players below are already showing tools beyond their years. With a slew of 2028 and 2029 grads more than holding their own in Jupiter, the scene for the upcoming summer has already had some groundwork laid out for what should be an exciting couple of years to come.  ‘28 Alan Zimmerman (FL) racked up 5 Ks w/ just 1 H allowed thru 3 shutout frames. Lived 89-90 T91 w/ lots of life thru the zone & some ASR. Dropped in a 12/6 breaker for Ks (clip). Projectable 6’3” mold. #Uncommitted @PG_Uncommitted #WWBAWorlds @Florida_PG https://t.co/KTDFpGK49y — Perfect Game Scout...
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