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PG Select Baseball Festival  | General | 8/10/2021

13u Select Festival Roster Preview

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East Roster Breakdown

Sean Ashenfelder, INF/OF, Class of 2025
R-R, 6-0/155, St. Johns, Fla.



A long and athletic 6-foot, 155 pounds, Ashenfelder brings a type of versatility to the diamond that few can at this age, showing well at several defensive spots around the diamond. He’s listed as a primary catcher where he brings athleticism with him behind the plate, but it’s just as evident in the infield dirt with how he controls his body, as well as in the outfield where his arm strength already stands out. Already a 7.05 runner, it’s the bat that stands out perhaps the loudest for Ashenfelder, routinely finding the barrel as his .470 average on the summer suggests. There’s budding power as well as he does a nice job of getting extended out front while remaining loose with his swing path, driving the ball to all parts of the field already. 

Nicholas Bradley, RHP, Class of 2026
R-R, 6-0/155, Clark’s Summit, Pa.

Bradley arrives in Oklahoma as one of the harder throwers already identified in the class, peaking upwards of 85 mph during the 13u WWBA World Championship, though it’s safe to say he’s far from reaching his long-term potential. A must-see arm with the East Coast Ghost-Mocha club this summer, Bradley already controls his longer levers well on the mound, allowing for plenty of strikes, while already showing the ability to move the ball to either side of the plate. The fastball itself will live in the low-80s throughout the duration of a start with short running life, missing bats by the handful as evidenced by his 28 strikeouts in just 12 innings pitches this summer. 

Kevin Bruno, INF, Free Agent-July 2024
 R-R, 5-8/147, Santo Domingo, D.R.
The first thought that may jump into ones’ head regarding a young prospect from the Dominican is an advanced defender up the middle with polish and refinement well beyond his years. Well, that thought holds true with Bruno, who dazzled throughout the weekend in West Palm Beach during the 13u National Showcase from the moment he took to the dirt, showing advanced footwork and athleticism, not to mention the glove skills that were at the forefront of what he brings. Both in defensive skills and live action, Bruno’s skills were evident as some of the best in attendance and while it’s easy to get carried away on his defensive actions, he also found of couple of barrels in game with a loose, extended stroke. 

Deion Cole, INF, Class of 2026
R-R, 5-11/170, Acworth, Ga.

Cole is a dangerous bat out of Georgia in that he’s capable of making a park look small on any given swing, connecting for a pair of long home runs in the 13u World Series following a loud performance at the 13u WWBA where he showed his strength translates with wood. A long and athletic 5-foot-11, 170 pounds, Cole recently posted a 6.98 in the 60-yard at the 13u National Showcase, a testament to his athleticism which he brings to the box. Utilizing a high, coiled leg lift, Cole consistently comes out on time, generating some serious whip to the barrel head with extension and leverage out front, and while he’s already able to run it out of the yard, it’s scary to envision what the total package will look like down the road. 

Andrew Costello, C, Class of 2026
R-R, 5-9/170, Fairview, Pa.

Amongst a roster that features some of the best from around the country, you’ll be hard pressed to find a more physical player in Oklahoma than Costello. And that strength isn’t just for show as Costello has game-changing abilities with the bat as we saw at various age levels this summer with loud performances up to 15u. “Violent” is likely the best way to describe Costello’s bat speed as he stays connected well through his swing and rather short to the ball, allowing the young Pennsylvania native to drive the ball with authority to all parts of the field. His arm strength is equally impressive, both from behind the plate and across the infield (88 mph), meaning there’s a variety of ways for Costello to make an impact. 

Justice de Jong, INF/RHP, Class of 2025
R-R, 6-3/185, New York, New York

de Jong will have you doing a double take as he runs out onto the diamond, already standing at 6-foot-3, 185 pounds and though his tools stand out just as much as his physicality, it’s scary to think his best days are still to come. That said, the young New York native knows how to use his size to his advantage in the batter’s box, generating some of the best bat speed you’ll find in this age group, whipping the barrel through the zone. de Jong put up big numbers across the board on the 2021 circuit, hitting .467-9-88 with a few eye popping performances around the country. He has also run his fastball up to 82 mph on the bump with some real feel to spin, striking out nearly a batter per inning this year. 

Codey Gauff, C, Class of 2026
S-R, 5-6/157, Boynton Beach, Fla.

Gauff made the most of his time in West Palm Beach, putting an exclamation point on what was an outstanding summer season with a strong showing at the 13u National Showcase. The Boynton Beach native will suit up in Oklahoma City behind the plate just as he had throughout the circuit where he shows off a quick, accurate arm with carry down to second base, quickly thwarting an opposing team’s running game. Like others, it’s the offensive potential that truly stands out for Gauff, a switch-hitter, showing a short, but very quick stroke, from the left side with keen hand-eye coordination and solid bat-to-ball skills. He shows comfort working to all fields, getting extended out front while showing the makings of some real strength off the barrel.

Brayden Harris, RHP, Class of 2026
R-R, 6-0/175, Orange Park, Fla.

If you showed up to an important game for the Burn Atlantic club this summer, odds are the strongly-built 6-foot Harris was toeing the rubber and missing bats in the process. The Most Valuable Pitcher of the 13u BCS National Championship in which he accumulated 11 innings and punched out 15, Harris has seen a steady rise on the radar gun from early this spring where he was bumping 78 mph to his most recent outing at the 13u National Showcase where he showed one of the best heaters and topped out at 84 mph. Throughout the summer he struck out 63 in 57 2/3 innings and while the velocity stands outs, so too does his arm speed and his ability to tunnel his breaking balls, showing late biting life to the curveball. 

Keon Johnson, INF/OF, Class of 2026
R-R, 6-1/172, Macon, Ga.

Take a look at the three biggest 13u tournaments on the schedule (WWBA, BCS, and the World Series) and you’ll find Johnson’s name on the All-Tournament Team from all three thanks to his right-handed swing and advanced bat-to-ball skills. A career .529 hitter who posted a .478-8-36 line this summer, Johnson does a nice job of recognizing off speed pitches out of the pitcher’s hand, often fighting them off or making the adjustment to get the barrel to it, squaring it up to all parts of the field. There’s plenty of looseness to his hands and bat path overall, staying direct to the ball while showing the ability to generate backspin at the point of contact. Once he hits his stride on the bases, watch out, as the speed is just another tool he can impact the game with.

Emmanuel "Manny" Lantigua, INF/RHP, Class of 2025
R-R, 5-10/150, Boca Raton, Fla.

A 2025 graduate and perhaps one of the youngest players in the class, Lantigua has true two-way potential and time will tell in regard to where he eventually calls home on the diamond. The young Floridian is listed as a primary shortstop and rightfully so as he’s capable of putting on a show in the dirt, captivating anybody watching with just how fluid he is with his actions, body control and overall agility. He shows quick hands offensively with extension out front, two component he also brings to the mound with plenty of whip and quickness in his operation, showing an easy and balanced delivery which produced an 86 mph fastball at the 13u National (best of the event), while ripping a couple hard, late biting sliders as well. 

Denton Lord, RHP, Class of 2026
R-R, 6-5/165, Marianna, Fla.

You simply don’t find 6-foot-5 pitchers at 13 years old who are capable of controlling their long levers quite like Lord does and while he’ll only continue to refine his operation with added strength, what he’s capable of doing on the mound already more than stands out at this age level. A standout throughout the early spring and into the summer, Lord saw his velocity rise from the low-80s into the mid-80s and there’s undoubtedly plenty more left in the tank long term. He accumulated 28 2/3 innings on the year in which he struck out 35, though it was in his lone non-13u event where he delivered perhaps his best performance of the year, going 5 innings of two-hit baseball in which he struck out 7 at the 14u WWBA World Championship.

Andrew Petrock, INF, Class of 2026
R-R, 5-7/145, Pelham, Ala.

The 12u Player of the Year in 2020, Petrock had little trouble making the jump to the big field this summer, continuing to excel with the stick and especially so with wood as he showed at both the 13u WWBA World Championship and 13u National Showcase. Just how good of a year did Petrock have? Well, he saw his number go up nearly across the board from his POY campaign in ’20 as he hit .576-10-45 with 19 doubles and 5 triples, continually showing a preternatural feel for the barrel while working around to all parts of the field. Petrock hit .417 at the aforementioned 13u WWBA and continued to show explosiveness to his hands at the National where he also drew strong reviews for his abilities in the dirt, showing sound footwork and clean glove skills. 

Yodelkis Quevedo, INF, Class of 2026
R-R, 6-0/190, Hialeah, Fla.

If there’s a player no pitcher wants to leave a pitch out over the heart of the plate to, Quevedo’s name is undoubtedly in that conversation as his collection of All-Tournament Team honors suggest. Quevedo, who already stands at 6-foot, 190 pounds, is one of the more physical bats on the East club and he sent ripples throughout the BCS Championship with a shot to dead center, clearing the batter’s eye on Field 1 at the 5-Plex, sending the ball where no 13u player should be hitting it. There’s obvious strength to the profile for Quevedo but also looseness to his overall swing and significant juice in his hands, which when they all come together he’s able to put on a show and leave onlookers wanting to catch his next at-bat or three. 

Carson Quillen, C/INF, Class of 2025
R-R, 5-10/180, Greenville, Tenn.

Another 12u Select Festival alum, Quillen spent some of his time this summer between the 13u and 14u age levels and found success on both sides of the ball, both with his right-handed swing as well as on the mound. He’s one of the stronger players in attendance and that strength is at the forefront of his game in virtually every aspect of what he does. Staying simple with his movement in the box, Quillen remains short through the zone but shows the ability to already impact the ball hard to the pull side on a line before putting his foot speed on display around the bases. He’s a quality defender at third base who has shown off his athleticism and big arm across the diamond, something that also translates to a low-80s fastball on the mound.

Kevin Roberts Jr, OF/RHP, Class of 2026
R-R, 6-1/165, Meridian, Miss.

The youngest player in attendance having just turned 13 years old, Roberts Jr. certainly doesn’t look like your typical 13u player at a high-waisted, long-limbed 6-foot-1, and what his right arm is capable of producing isn’t par for the course either. His 87 mph outfield throw during the 13u National Showcase is tops in the record book and he brings that same whip-like arm action to the mound where he was up to 85 mph during the 14u WWBA World Championship. There’s endless projection for Roberts Jr. and there’s more than enough time to determine where he’ll ultimately play as he also shows a loose and free flowing right-handed swing with balance and a handle for the barrel. 

Jack Ryan, RHP, Class of 2026
L-R, 6-0/155, Cincinnati, Ohio

Ryan made a handful of starts throughout the summer for Team Elite and there’s clear swing-and-miss potential in what the Ohio native can produce as evidenced by his 17 punchouts in 13 1/3 innings on the circuit. Strongly built at 6-foot, 155 pounds and length to his arms, Ryan routinely ran his fastball into the mid-80s but what truly stands out is his ability to power the ball downhill with late sinking life, already showing the ability to locate to either side as he did at the 13u National. If living down at the knees with live on the fastball isn’t enough, the young right-hander also shows some real depth to the curveball, landing the 11-5 shape pitch for strikes with tight spin through the zone. 

Christian Sheffield, INF, Class of 2026
R-R, 5-9/140, Tampa, Fla.

The 13u Select Festival will be just the second 13u event this season for Sheffield who played up throughout the summer with older brother Noah, setting the tempo of the Florida Heat offense from atop the lineup. The youngest Sheffield shows a keen eye at the plate and an advanced knowledge of the strike zone as evidenced by his walk totals throughout the events, but don’t think he’s going to the plate looking for a free pass. Already showing some pre-pitch hand movement in his timing pattern like his father Gary, Christian isn’t afraid to let the barrel rip through the zone, already showing some impressive bat speed of his own. With 23 stolen bags and 36 runs scored this summer, Sheffield knows how to make things happen on the field and make an impact on the game, even when playing up. 

Jayden Stroman, INF/RHP, Class of 2025
S-R, 5-11/180, Medford, N.Y.

Stroman has some impressive bloodlines of his own like others in attendance, but like those other players, Jayden is very much a prospect in his own right and carving out a two-way career of his own. Currently ranked No. 64 in the class of 2025, Stroman is a primary shortstop and put together a .491 average this season, splitting his time between both the 13u and 14u levels. There’s plenty to like when it comes to the offensive potential, especially with his left-handed swing, as he stays loose and fluid through the zone, which also happen to be a pair of adjectives to describe his defensive abilities up the middle. He hasn’t thrown as much as some of the other arms, but there’s no denying the results as Stroman has struck out 28 in just 15 2/3 innings, already running his fastball into the low-80s. 

West Roster Breakdown

Jesiah Andrade, C, Class of 2026
R-R, 5-7/170, Yucaipa, Calif.

The younger brother of Jordan Andrade, a member of the inaugural 14u Select Festival in 2017, Jesiah goes about his business on the diamond in a different way, serving as the field general from behind the dish. Andrade, one of the three catchers on the West, routinely made his presence felt this summer as various high-level events with his defensive skill set whether it be shifting his weight to block a ball in the dirt, frame a pitch just off the black to steal a strike, or back pick a runner that strayed too far off the bag, something we saw him complete successfully more than once. Over 116 plate appearances this summer he hit an impressive .517, staying direct to the ball and compact with his path, routinely finding the barrel while showcasing the strength in his hands. 

Jack Armijo, LHP, Class of 2025
L-L, 6-0/150, San Lorenzo, Calif.

Armijo will quickly grab your attention the moment he toes the rubber, standing with broad and angular shoulders as part of his 6-foot frame and that’s even before he shows off just how fast his left arm is, producing a heater that already peaks in the mid-80s. Over 12 innings this summer Armijo punched out 12 and continued to miss bats at the 13u National Showcase, but it was in West Palm where he showed just how quick his hands are at the plate and what he’s capable of doing from an offensive standpoint. The hand speed immediately stands out as does his ability to generate real barrel whip through the zone, all of which culminates in some serious strength at the point of impact and jump off of the barrel.

Bubba Coleman, INF, Class of 2026
R-R, 5-10/165, Tolleson, Ariz.

There’s plenty to like when it comes to Coleman on either side of the ball as he was a staple throughout the summer at all the high-level events. Over the course of the spring and summer Coleman hit nearly .400 in just shy of 200 plate appearances, an impressive number regardless the level, and he did so while hitting for some pop with 34 extra-base hits and 53 RBI. The hands really work in his swing, showing both looseness and quickness to them while getting the barrel out front, working on a line with some strength at the point of contact as his numbers suggest. There’s defensive versatility as well, though as a primary shortstop he moves well on his feet in the dirt, showing athleticism to his actions and softness to his hands. 

Grady Emerson, INF, Class of 2026
L-R, 5-11/150, Argyle, Texas

Emerson checks a lot of boxes that you look for in a young prospect, from a long and projectable frame to tools in the batter’s box that already play and will only continue to play at the highest of levels with added strength. A lefty stick, Emerson exudes confidence at the plate, showing plenty of rhythm in his load and equally as much intent on his takes, ready to fire the barrel at all times. He hit .446 on the summer and put up back-to-back .545 averages at two major 13u events in the National Elite and WWBA, continually showcasing his bat-to-ball skills and natural barrel feel. His actions are clean in the dirt as well, moving with balance to his footwork while showing soft hands out front. 

Alex Harrington, INF, Class of 2026
R-R, 6-1/150, Valley Center, Calif.

The easiest way to discern the Harrington twins on the field is to see where they are defensively as Alex is typically the team’s starting shortstop where he shows plenty to like both present and long term. He moves around the dirt with fluidity to his actions, showing the type of athleticism that allows him to make a difficult play look routine showing softness to hands and a whippy arm across. It’s with the bat however where Harrington might shine the brightest, showing a long and extended stroke from the right side with plenty of bat speed, already displaying the ability to work barreled contact around to all fields. Over 131 plate appearances Harrington hit to the tune of .458, a true testament to his ability to regularly square it up while connecting for 24 extra-base hits. 

Hunter Harrington, OF, Class of 2026
R-R, 6-1/145, Valley Center, Calif. 

Harrington patrols the outfield where his overall athleticism allows him to move about freely with his actions and he also proved to be an impact bat for TBT National White in back-to-back tournament, hitting an impressive .563 during the 13u BCS prior to putting together a .579 average at the Invitational National Championship. There’s no denying the contact skills as he finished with a batting average north of .400 on the summer and when he gets the barrel to it squarely, he’s able to generate solid back spin and carry to the middle of the field. He can cover good ground in the outfielder, showing fluidity and athleticism in his actions and possesses a longer but quick arm stroke with solid carry to the intended base. 

Ryan Harwood, 1B, Class of 2026
L-R, 6-2/205, Chandler, Ariz.

Harwood will quickly make you do a double take whenever he steps onto the field with his strong 6-foot-2, 205-pound frame and his presence was quickly made known during the 13u World Series with a couple of intentional walks early in the tournament. When he’s allowed to let the barrel fly he does just that, utilizing his physicality to impact the ball with authority to all parts of the field while generating big separation and extension out front. While Harwood’s combination of present bat speed and impact strength already stand out, as does his innate ability to find the barrel as evidenced by his .470 average this season, he also stands out on defense. He’s a primary first baseman where his athleticism is allowed to shine, though he has the arm strength to lock down a corner outfield spot as well.

Brenden Lewis, INF, Class of 2025
R-R, 5-8/160, Santee, Calif.

One of the top players on the 12u circuit, Lewis showed no signs of slowing down in 2021, making a seamless transition while collecting some impressive hardware along the way. His long-term future may be with the bat but it’s hard to look past what he did on the mound this summer as he amassed 41 2/3 innings, a span in which he punched out 66 while topping out at 84 mph. That said, the California native was fantastic with the bat this summer as he hit .524 on the year in 147 plate appearances, a true testament to just how keen his eye is and how advanced the bat-to-ball skills are. It’s a loose and fluid stroke for Lewis who time and time again found nothing but the barrel, staying direct to the ball while working on a line to all parts of the field. 

Shane Parker, INF, Class of 2026
R-R, 5-8/131, Little Elm, Texas

If you’re looking for a pure defender up the middle who’s capable of making a highlight reel play, Parker might just be for you. Though Parker isn’t overly physical just yet at 5-foot-8, 131 pounds, his long-term potential is that much more exciting come physical maturation as he was a clear standout defender at the 13u World Series and pivotal piece to the Dulins Dodgers’ deep playoff. His athleticism and aptitude in the dirt allowed the young Texas shortstop to make you do a double take at what you just saw with big time lateral range, especially to the hole. He employs a contact-oriented approach at the plate, staying relatively short with his stroke while remaining aggressive early in the count on pitches he can handle while his offensive performance at the 13u Invitational will be one to remember. 

Nikolas Peinado, C, Class of 2025
L-R, 5-8/145, Santa Maria, Calif.

Already tabbed in the Class of 2025 national rankings, Peinado’s profile has him listed as a primary right-handed pitcher and while he’s talented on the mound, he arrives in Oklahoma on the strength of his abilities behind the dish as well as with his left-handed swing. The arm strength is obvious for Peinado given his fastball which works into the low-80s already and it’s a tool that translates well behind the dish, one of several standouts for the young California native. Able to play anywhere in the dirt, he brings that athleticism and body control behind the dish with sound lateral movements on dirt balls, blocking pitches down and away though his catch-and-throw skills are equally as impressive. Factor in his bat-to-ball skills from the left side and the overall looseness of his swing and you have all the ingredients of a big prospects down the road. 

Beau Peterson, C, Class of 2026
L-R, 6-1/180, Shawnee, Kan.

There aren’t many players at the 13u level capable of replicating what Peterson can do at the plate, though not many are listed at a strong 6-foot-1, 180 pounds either. Peterson was at the center of every deep run the KC Crusaders made this summer as he hit just shy of .500 throughout the circuit including several major events with some serious thump from the left side, showing a loose and quick stroke with big impact at the point of contact. And it’s a scary to think he’s only going to get stronger moving forward, a real problem for opposing pitchers moving forward. His actions play well behind the plate, showing quickness to both his transfer and his footwork, while his arm strength is evident as he routinely works into the low-80s with his fastball and struck out 35 this summer. 

CJ Sampson, RHP, Class of 2026
L-R, 6-0/165, Magnolia, Texas

Like many players in the 13u Select Festival, Sampson offers big versatility across the diamond as he did a little bit of everything this summer and throughout the 13u National Showcase. He’s listed as a primary pitcher in the program where he put up some eye-popping numbers as he struck out 71 in just 48 1/3 innings to just 6 walks, showing a rhythmic operation on the mound alongside a loose arm stroke which produced a fastball into the low-80s with feel for a tight, late biting curveball. Like his arm, Sampson’s left-handed swing is plenty loose coming through the zone with natural lift to his path out front at the point of contact and finished the summer with a final line of .521-5-47, proving the young Texan is a two-way prospect to follow with budding offensive firepower. 

Rouselle "Rookie" Shepard, INF, Class of 2026
L-R, 5-10/163, North Las Vegas, Nev.

Shepard might still just be 13 years old but he’s already making a name for himself in the youth baseball world, often attracting a swarm of people whenever he steps to the dish. Throughout the summer circuit Shepard continuously swung the stick at a high level, showing the ability to manipulate the barrel through the zone like very few can at this age, working to all fields with a high contact rate but also strength behind the barrel. In 128 plate appearances in 2021 Shepard hit an astounding .531 with 32 extra-base hits, showing a sweet stroke from the left side that possesses some of the best bat speed in the class. He’s versatile on defense as well, showing smooth and fluid actions up the middle with soft hands and body control, all of which is also on display when he gears up behind the plate.  

John Short, OF/RHP, Class of 2025
R-R, 5-9/180, Anaheim, Calif. 

Short proved that there isn’t much he can’t do on the diamond as he put together one of the more impressive summers of any player, capturing MVP honors at the 13u World Series and the MV-Pitcher at the 13u WWBA, two of the top awards as two of the biggest circuit events. Short’s presence was instrumental to the Texas Canes during the World Series as he delivered serval key hits, including a pair of home runs in the semifinals, and also came up clutch out of the bullpen in the playoffs to escape a late inning jam. He packs plenty of strength onto his 5-foot-9 frame and knows how to incorporate it into his overall game, regularly impacting the baseball to all parts of the field while showing one of the better fastballs in attendance, routinely bumping upwards of 85 mph. 

Cooper Shrum, RHP, Class of 2026
L-R, 6-2/155, Belton, Mo.

It’s not too often you have to look up to a player at the 13u level, but Shrum is one of them with a long, uber-projectable 6-foot-2 frame, leading to some highly intriguing stuff on the mound. Exuding confidence on the mound and throwing with relatively low effort from a lower, extended slot, Shrum’s able to generate some real whip-like action with his arm stroke as he already shows quality arm speed, all of which culminates in a low-80s fastball with flashes of heavy life. Both his changeup and curveball are viable and quality secondary offerings, spinning the curveball with confidence while the changeup offers fading life from a similar slot. His overall athleticism is on display with how he moves in the infield while showing a lifted swing path from the left side of the plate. 

Colten Springall, INF, Class of 2026
L-R, 5-11/145, Las Vegas, Nev.

We’ve been able to see the young Las Vegas native coast-to-coast this spring and summer at a variety of tournaments and showcases, all in which Springall put a fluid left-handed stroke on display with a plethora of barreled baseballs across several states. He took a crisp round of batting practice in West Palm during the 13u National Showcase where he continuously back spun line drives around the field, a precursor to what he showed in live action with a couple of hard barrels and simply a continuation of what we saw all summer. Springall shows clean glove skills up the middle and rounds it well with quickness in his footwork while showing the ability to manipulate his arm slot, all of which only add to the long-term allure of the profile. 

Ethan Trahan, LHP/1B, Class of 2026
L-L, 5-9/170, Scottsdale, Ariz.

Trahan does a little bit of everything extremely well on the diamond, showing a sense of polish to his actions on both sides of the ball even though he’s listed as a primary left-handed pitcher. Already up to 82 mph with the fastball, the 12u Select Festival alum shows a low effort approach on the mound with a quick arm and angle out of the hand, already showing comfort pitching backwards hitters while selling a changeup extremely well with a mimicked release and late fading life. His left-handed swing is just as simple and methodical, yet highly effective, as there’s plenty of looseness in his hands, torque through the lower half, and a natural feel for the barrel allowing for consistent squared contact to all fields as evidenced by his .471 average in 2021. 

Eli Willits, INF, Class of 2026
S-R, 5-9/150, Fort Cobb, Okla.

There’s a lot to like when it comes to the overall game of Willits, though that might be expected as his older brother Jaxon is a 14u Select Festival alum and committed to Oklahoma while dad, Reggie, enjoyed parts of six seasons in the MLB. Eli is very much a talented prospect in his own right and like his brother, with a young switch-hitter already showing refined skills from both sides of the plate. His left-handed stroke is currently more refined of the two though that’s not to detract from his righty swing but rather a testament to how loose his wrists and quick the barrel is already. Willits handles the barrel with comfort and can work to all fields with intent while showcasing active and quick footwork with polished actions and a quick release across the diamond. 
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’28 OF Caleb Wilson (IN) drives this fastball into the RCF gap for a double. Quick hands and bat-to-ball skills on display. Good game at the plate. Finished 2-for-3 with an RBI. #WWBAMW @TopTierBaseball @PG_OhioValley pic.twitter.com/IC5dmPojcz — Perfect Game Illinois (@PG_Illinois) July 13, 2026 Caleb Wilson (2028, Crown Point, Ind.) helped lead Top Tier Americans 2028 to the 16U WWBA Regional Championship and delivered one of the tournament's top offensive performances. The 5-foot-9, 165-pound left-handed outfielder displayed good plate discipline, a quick bat and barreled balls to all parts of the field. Plus speed also added another dimension to Wilson's game on the base paths, consistently putting pressure on opposing defenses. The Tournament MVP saw the ball extremely well, hitting .667 (14-for-21) with two triples, six RBI, four stolen bases and a 1.588 OPS. Brennen...
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Tournaments | Story | 7/16/2026

Top Talent On Display at 17u BCS

Alyssa Golden
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The 21st annual 17U BCS National Championship brings together some of the nation’s top programs and elite 2027 prospects to Fort Myers, Florida, from July 17-21. With dozens of Division I commits and nationally ranked prospects set to compete, here are some of the players expected to make the biggest impact throughout the weekend. For Florida Burn 2027 Scout, which is currently ranked #5 nationally Florida Burn will be No. 107-ranked outfielder RJ Shields and No. 129-ranked third baseman Braedon Mackay. One of the premier two-way prospects in the tournament, Shields, brings one of the strongest arms in the field. The Venice, Florida native has run his fastball up to 95 mph while also showcasing a 98 mph throwing arm from the outfield, making him a weapon on both sides of the ball. On the mound this season, the Mississippi State commit has struck out 29 batters in 15.1 innings,...
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Tournaments | Story | 7/15/2026

WWBA Arrives in Arizona

Emily Hicks
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After another week of summer baseball, Perfect Game action returns to Surprise Stadium as teams prepare for another exciting week of competition at the WWBA Championship. From July 14-18, some of the top programs in travel baseball will take the field looking to compete for a championship and showcase their talent against high-level competition.  The tournament will feature both the 15U and 16U divisions, bringing together talented teams and rising prospects from across the West and beyond. With several days of pool play and championship bracket action, teams will have the opportunity to test themselves against strong opponents while competing on one of the biggest stages of the summer.  Surprise Stadium will provide the setting for a week filled with competitive matchups, standout performances, and prospects looking to make an impact. From dominant pitching performances to...
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Tournaments | Championship | 7/15/2026

East Cobb Go Undefeated, Takes 14U BCS

Alyssa Golden
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East Cobb Goes Undefeated, Takes 14U BCS Twenty years after winning the inaugural 14U BCS National Championship in 2006, the East Cobb Astros once again stood atop the tournament, defeating the Original Florida Pokers 7-4 at JetBlue Park. A hot, sunny afternoon set the stage for a tightly contested match between the Original Florida Pokers 2030 and East Cobb Astros 14U Orange. Although the Pokers had a two-run lead with just three innings to go, East Cobb showed their team had no quit as they pulled away with a 7-4 victory. The teams battled through a highly contested tournament field of over sixty teams from across the country, with the Pokers coming in 8-1 and East Cobb entering 8-0 in tournament play. Cohen Carter started on the mound for East Cobb, allowing seven hits and no walks while striking out three batters over four innings. His fastball sat 71-75 mph. Silas Anstett opened the...
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Tournaments | Story | 7/15/2026

Stars Marucci '27 Loaded and Poised

Kinley Kitchens
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Expectations naturally follow one of the nation’s top ranked teams. For Stars Marucci 2027, those expectations have only grown as the summer season has progressed.  Ranked No. 16 nationally and featuring a roster loaded with Division I commits and nationally ranked prospects, Stars Marucci 2027 entered the 2026 Perfect Game 17U National Elite Championship as one of the top teams to watch.  Through the opening two days of the tournament, they have shown why they are a team to watch, opening the week with back-to-back victories over SBA Tucci 2027 (6-1) and FC Twins Scout (5-2) to build early momentum heading into the later rounds.  The talent on the roster is undeniable.  Virginia Tech commits Chase Colangelo, Yogi Colangelo, and Teagan Leach, Maryland commit Jerome Fortier, and Youngstown State commit Sam Capuano headline a group filled with college bound...
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Tournaments | Story | 7/15/2026

Mine Wood Bat World Series Notes

Jordan Gates
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‘28 OF/LHP Carson Tabler (OH) Rips one deep into the pull side gap for an inside-the-park HR. Athletic in the box w/ a projectable frame. Utilizes a toe tap on a fluid stroke w/ good bat speed. Good runner in stride + efficient around the bases. #MineWS @Carson_T7 @PFFlyers2028 pic.twitter.com/IVfICPg4qV — Perfect Game Ohio Valley (@PG_OhioValley) July 10, 2026 Carson Tabler (2028, Cincinnati, Ohio) Tabler was probably the most pleasant surprise when it comes to names from this weekend. A rather unknown for me and my staff going into the event, Tabler managed to cement himself by event’s end. It’s a true two-way projection at this stage, while he has the size in the 6-foot-3 long and loose frame, the strength will continue to add on to the 175-pound stature. While he only had two extra-base hits (triple, home run), the bat-to-ball skills were the calling card, and...
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Tournaments | Championship | 7/14/2026

SBA Bolts National Raise Trophy at 16u

Will Dembo
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After an action-packed week at the 16u WWBA Championships, the tournament came down to two of the nation’s top teams battling for one of travel baseball’s most prestigious titles. No. 5 ranked SBA Bolts National faced No. 60 Alpha Prime 2028 after both teams reached the championship undefeated, but the SBA Bolts were the sole team to exit without a loss, defeating Alpha Prime 10-2 in mercy rule fashion and capture the national title behind dominant pitching and explosive offensive performances. The SBA Bolts were perfect throughout their week, running the table and going 11-0 while outscoring their opponents by an impressive margin of 108-25. “It was awesome,” SBA Head Coach Travis Thompson said on the mercy rule victory. “It just kind of culminated our week. It's been a long week. I can't even remember our first game, which felt like three weeks ago. The...
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Tournaments | Story | 7/14/2026

Coastal Region Scout Notes

Perfect Game Staff
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Ridge Whitfield (2029, Charlotte, NC) stands at 6-foot, 158 pounds with an athletic build that should allow him to maintain his mobility and quick-twitch actions as he continues to develop. He bats and throws left-handed. Whitfield locates his fastball to both sides of the plate, mixes his pitches effectively, and keeps hitters off balance. He competes on every pitch and doesn’t back down in big situations. Whitfield threw 5.1 innings, allowing three hits, one earned run, and no walks while striking out three on 75 pitches (58% strikes). He attacked the zone with a fastball that sat 73 mph and topped out at 78 mph, mixing in a 67 mph breaking ball and a 68-70 mph changeup to keep hitters off balance. Sam Jobe (2029, Charlotte, NC) stands at 6-foot-1, 175 pounds, with a lean, athletic frame and plenty of projection. He bats and throws right-handed. Jobe shows good feel for the...
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