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PG Select Baseball Festival  | General | 8/20/2021

14u Select Festival Preview: West

Jheremy Brown
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Slade Caldwell, OF, Class of 2024
L-R, 5-8/158, Jonesboro, Ark.
Travel Team: BPA | College Commitment: Ole Miss



Whatever traits you associate with a prototypical leadoff hitter, odds are Caldwell checks nearly all of those boxes as the future Ole Miss Rebel is simply one of the more disruptive players at the 14u level with polish on both sides of the ball. Caldwell, a left-handed stick, is a fiery competitor who we’ve said more than once plays the game in fast-forward mode, meaning he simply plays the game at another level, going 100% all the time. There’s an innate feel for finding the barrel, routinely squaring up the baseball to all fields while showing strength in his hands and plenty of bat speed through the zone, whipping the barrel head around before putting his 6.8 speed on display which plays up even faster in a game setting. The Arkansas product hit .453 on the summer with a .628 OBP while swiping 20 bags in 25 games and is a proven asset in center field as well. 

Cam Caminiti, 1B, Class of 2025
L-L, 6-1/190, Scottsdale, Ariz.
Travel Team: Canes National

Of all the players in attendance, Caminiti may have made one of the biggest jumps in the last calendar year, transforming into one of the premier two-way players in the country with legitimate tools on both sides of the plate. Getting the nod at first base for the West, Caminiti is versatile and athletic enough to play anywhere in the outfield as well, though his brightest spot on the diamond is on the mound. Left-handers at the 14u level pumping 90 mph fastballs don’t grow on trees and it’s hard to ignore what Caminiti brings on the mound with a lightning fast left arm with which he pumps the zone at the knees, showing advanced life on the pitch while mixing a firm slider and late-diving changeup. Caminiti also hit .330 on the summer for good measure, showing easy bat speed through the zone and both strength and carry off the barrel to either gap. 

Masa Chilcutt, C, Class of 2025
R-R, 5-8/155, San Antonio, Texas
Travel Team: Canes American

Throughout the summer circuit, Chilcutt continuously made a lasting impression with his talents behind the dish, showing advanced actions and flexibility while playing the premium position at a high level in every look. Not overly physical at 5-foot-8, 155 pounds, Chilcutt shows plenty of bounce and quickness to his actions behind the dish, smothering balls in the dirt well with excellent recovery skills, though his ability to receive high-end arms like second nature (which we saw all summer) and advanced catch-and-throw skills are just as impressive. Any time you can find a young backstop who can impact a game defensively you make certain to take notice, but there’s also offensive skill with the San Antonio native as well. The strength on his frame allows him to work the gaps offensively, connecting for 8 triples on the year, showing a whippy, repeatable stroke with some natural loft through the zone. 

Camden Clewett, C, Class of 2024
R-R, 6-0/180, Yorba Linda, Calif.
Travel Team: USA Prime National

Take a quick look at Clewett’s PG profile and you’ll see a host of impressive metrics from the 14u National Showcase as his pop time (1.92), catcher velocity (75 mph), exit velocity (90 mph) and peak fastball (87 mph) all found their way towards the top of each leaderboard. The catch-and-throw skills behind the plate are evident with a single throw down to second base, proving the measurables translate into live action and can immediately shut down an opposition’s running game. That same arm strength makes for very real two-way potential at the next level for Clewett as he pairs a mid-80s fastball with one of the better breaking balls at the 14u level, a true 12-6 curveball downer in the low-70s. All that said about his arm and Clewett also served as a middle-of-the-order bat for USA Prime this summer, hitting .489 while showing juice off the barrel and carry to the gaps. 

Kayson Cunningham, IF, Class of 2025
L-R, 5-9/158, San Antonio, Texas
Travel Team: USA Prime National

Cunningham’s bat this summer was essentially 32 inches of pure barrel as he established himself as one of the top pure hitters in the 2025 class. Though not overly physical at 5-foot-9, 158 pounds it’s almost a guarantee you’ll walk away from any one of Cunningham’s games, whether at the 14u or 15u level, and he’ll find at least one barrel, though multiple is more likely the outcome. He’s a sub-7 runner and knows how to wreak havoc on the bases as evidenced by his 44 bags, something made possible by a ridiculous .579 on-base percentage over 200 plate appearances. The swing itself is short and whippy with innate bat-to-ball skills as he’s capable of driving the ball to all fields with intent, connecting for hard line drive contact while showing just as quality of skills on the other side of the ball, moving around freely with smooth glove skills and a solid arm across. 

Noah Franco, LHP, Class of 2025
L-L, 6-3/170, Downey, Calif.
Travel Team: Canes National

Franco looks like how you’d draw up a prospect if you were in a lab, from his broad shoulders to long limbs and a high waist, the California product certainly looks the part of a high-end prospect, and he has the skill set to match. He may be listed as a primary outfielder on his profile but Franco captivated college recruiters with his abilities on the mound and rightfully so given how he goes about his business, attacking hitters from an extended slot while showing significant arm speed. Over 22 innings on the summer Franco struck out 34 batters while running his fastball up to 86 mph, though it’s obvious he’s just scratching the surface given the physical projection and how free and easy his operation. He’ll show both a changeup and slider, both of which have potential, but has proven to only need a heater and the angle he generates to beat talented lineups. 

Sean Gamble, SS, Class of 2025
L-R, 6-0/160, Des Moines, Iowa
Travel Team: USA Prime National

The PG Spring League is typically thought of as a main stage for rising juniors and seniors in the Midwest to showcase their talents to college coaches and pro scouts alike, but nobody told Gamble, who was in his 8th grade spring, that as he used the league as a springboard into a fruitful summer circuit. There’s a slew of “All-Tournament Team” honors throughout Gamble’s profile, drawing rave reviews from every PG scout who saw him as he stays connected very well in his swing while creating some torque and showing plenty of twitch and quickness in his left-handed swing, all while showing a preternatural feel for the barrel. The swing might be the big draw here but don’t overlook the athleticism as he ran a 6.83 at the 14u National and continued to show off soft hands and sound fundamentals in the dirt where it’s easy to see him playing for a long time. 

Konnor Griffin, OF, Class of 2025
R-R, 6-3/180, Florence, Miss.
Travel Team: Knights Knation National

Players of Griffin’s caliber simply don’t come around all the time, especially at this level, as the numbers he put up at the 14u National Showcase would’ve blended right in at the National Showcase, reserved for the top rising seniors, as would his ultra-projectable 6-foot-3, 180-pound frame. The swing is perhaps the loudest of his tools, creating excellent extension out front with easy plus bat speed and over-the-fence power already, hitting .636 this summer with a pair of home runs, though his ability to adjust to any given pitch and work all fields with intent is equally as impressive. Despite his size Griffin is a 6.75 runner, truly speaking to his athleticism, and watching him move on the bases is a sight to see with long, graceful strides, taking the next base in what looks like three steps. And just for added measure, he’s also been up to 91 mph this summer with fast arm and tight slider. 

Ethan Holliday, 3B, Class of 2025
L-R, 6-2/165, Stillwater, Okla.
Travel Team: Scorpions 2025 Marucci 

The younger son of long-time MLBer Matt Holliday, Ethan follows closer to his brother and PG All-American Jackson Holliday’s path on the diamond as a left-handed hitting middle infielder who exudes physical projection and already shows a pure hit tool at the plate. Throughout the summer, regardless the event, the 6-foot-2 Holliday was showcasing some serious whip in his swing with excellent hand-eye coordination, working around to all parts of the field with solid barreled contact. He creates torque through his swing, uncoiling well into contact while remaining loose and free with his path through the zone and it’s scary to think he’s just scratching the surface of his long-term potential. Holliday’s bat and offensive output will be the first thing to catch your eye but he’s also a sound defender on the left side, moving around and circling the ball with balance before showing off his soft and accuracy across the diamond from multiple slots. 

Blake Ilitch, RHP, Class of 2025
R-R, 6-2/195, Detroit, Mich.
Travel Team: Canes National

Ilitch continues to impress each time he takes the mound at a Perfect Game event, continually refining his overall command and showed an improvement to his secondary pitches. Physically built at 6-foot-2, 195 pounds, Ilitch is the top-ranked prospect out of Michigan in the 2025 class and repeatedly showed his ability to miss bats throughout the summer, punching out 23 in 14 innings while scattering just 5 hits while picking up another 5 strikeouts in his 3 innings at the 14u National Showcase. The heater has already been up to 87 mph, working in the mid-80s on any given start, but it’s his feel for locating the fastball to either side of the plate with intent that truly stands outs, working downhill well from a higher slot with life to the pitch. While he attacks hitters with the fastball, Ilitch has both a 12-6 curveball and late fading changeup at his disposal, both of which have made nice strides. 

Boston Kellner, OF, Class of 2025
R-R, 6-0/175, Colorado Springs, Colo.
Travel Team: Slammers Black

Last year Kellner became the first-ever Select Festival pick to hail from the state of Minnesota and after a move to Colorado, he’s once again the first Festival selection to Colorado home. Though both states aren’t associated as baseball hot beds, Kellner’s talents suit him well wherever he plays, geographically or positionally on the field. Physically built at 6-foot, 175 pounds, though looking stronger in person, Kellner has a variety of tools at his disposal, beginning with his athleticism and strength as he’s a sub-7 runner and has posted upper-80s velocities all over the diamond. One of those spots is on the mound where he’s been up to 88 mph with big riding life up in the zone and a dagger of a curveball to miss bats with, remaining compact and fast with his arm stroke. Fast is also the best descriptor for his barrel through the zone, generating big bat speed while impacting the ball to all parts of the field. 

Noah Malone, RHP, Class of 2024
R-R, 6-0/200, Glendora, Calif.
Travel Team: USA Prime National | College Commitment: LSU

Malone is a physical and intimidating presence on the mound, standing at a strong 6-foot, 200 pounds and he comes out showing some eye-popping stuff on the mound, producing an upper-80s fastball with relative ease while looking as though he’s playing a game of catch on the mound. The California native is set to join Jay Johnson and the LSU Tigers following his prep days given his recent commitment and there’s no questioning the talent that the staff saw as Malone has already been upwards of 89 mph at PG events with real swing-and-miss potential to his arsenal. Sitting comfortably in the mid- to upper-80s with the fastball, the hard-boring life he’s able to generate allows the velocity to play up even more through the zone before mixing in a hard, downer 12-6 curveball up to 74 mph that has some serious spin and depth to it when he’s on time with the release. 

Trey Morris, LHP, Class of 2025
L-L, 6-1/180, Fresno, Calif.
Travel Team: Trosky National 2025

Morris was a model of consistency throughout the summer circuit for Trosky National, pummeling the strike zone whenever he toed the rubber as he punched out 59 batters over 38 1/3 innings, showing an increase in stuff throughout the season. Going a perfect 5-for-5 in tournament outings and All-Tournament Team selections, including an MV-Pitcher award at the UBC West, Morris delivered what might’ve been his best performance at the 14u National as he punched out all 9 batters he faced over his 3 innings of work. His fastball works comfortably in the 82-85 mph range (up to 86 mph) from an extended three-quarters slot, throwing to either side of the plate with intent and conviction, showing running life to his arm side. While he doesn’t need much more than his four-seamer, Morris also shows a two-seam fastball and a short curveball as part of his arsenal, all of which are pumped around the zone. 

Dean Moss, OF, Class of 2025
L-R, 6-0/185, Atherton, Calif.
Travel Team: Canes National

Moss may just be entering high school this fall but he has long established himself as one of the premier power threats in the 2025 class, something he was able to showcase more regularly this summer thanks to a few refinements in the box.  Showing better balance and fluidity in his pre-pitch movements this year, Moss has unlocked the ability to utilize the entire field, which is anything but good news for opposing arms as his .535 average and 14 extra-base hits suggest. There’s no denying the pull-side strength which we saw even last year at the 13u level, but rather than sell out attempting to turn on the baseball, Moss remained balanced with his swing while still whipping the barrel through with violent bat speed, impacting the ball to all parts of the field with some serious intent and life off the barrel, only elevating his game as one of the top sticks in the country.

Vaughn Neckar, 3B, Class of 2025
R-R, 6-3/200, Murrieta, Calif.
Travel Team: San Diego Show

One look at Neckar and it’s easy to assume his game revolves around power and that assumption would be correct as it plays both at the plate and on the mound. A physical presence at 6-foot-3, 200 pounds, Neckar has seemingly elevated his game to the next level at every PG event he attends and most recently joined the 90 mph club in back-to-back events, following a strong 14u National Showcase performance. Neckar keeps things simple on the mound, remaining very compact with his arm path which allows the velocity to play up even more while showing flashes of vicious life in on the hands of righties while mixing in a hard slider in the low-70s. While there’s real swing-and-miss when he’s on the mound, there’s not too much of that he’s hitting as he finished just shy of .400 mark this summer while connecting for 16 extra-base hits, showcasing serious juice off the barrel.

Xavier Neyens, C, Class of 2025
L-R, 6-1/175, Mount Vernon, Wash.
Travel Team: Trosky National 2025 | College Commitment: Oregon State

Neyens burst onto the national scene this year shortly after committing to Oregon State and it’s the type of skill set that makes it hard not to be enamored, but then again it’s not every day you find physical 6-foot-1 left-handed hitting backstops. Athletic enough to play all over the field just as he did for Trosky this summer, Neyens has impact tools behind the plate, showing off one of the better arms you’ll see come through at the 14u level with real arm strength and carry, which pair well with his overall athleticism and defensive acumen. His profile is littered with All-Tournament Team honors as the offense was just as consistent this summer hitting .407, showing real strength in his hands alongside standout bat speed, remaining fluid throughout while generating extension and lift out front. Neyen’s approach is one reason for his success, rarely expanding the strike zone, laying off the touch pitches and workings counts into his favor. 

Luke Pappano, OF, Class of 2025
L-L, 6-0/165, Cincinnati, Ohio
Travel Team: 5 Star National Neyra

Here’s something to consider when looking at and evaluating Pappano: if he were born two months later, he’d be 13u eligible this summer and will be the youngest player in attendance at the 14u Select Festival. That said, don’t mistake his youthfulness for a lack of talent, as it’s very real two-way potential for the uber-athletic Pappano, showing impact tools both with the bat as well as on the mound. A 6.87 runner at the 14u National, the Ohio native brings that same quick-twitch and looseness to his left-handed swing as he generates excellent torque moving into contact while showing quickness to his hands and intent on each pass, projecting for some serious impact strength at maturation. On the mound, Pappano is just as intriguing, already running his fastball up to 86 mph from the left side, showcasing a fast arm stroke and the makings of a swing-and-miss curveball with big 12-6 shape. 

Erik Parker, IF, Class of 2024
R-R, 6-3/185, Suwanee, Ga.
Travel Team: Ohio Warhawks | College Commitment: South Carolina

Parker has the type of frame you’ll notice as he’s walking into the ballpark, standing at a long 6-foot-3 with broad shoulders and a high waist, and he’ll continue to captivate once on the diamond. A 13u Select Festival alum who showed as much talent on the mound as he did in the dirt, Parker has focused exclusively on the bat and defense this year and with the added strength to his frame, he’s clearly taken his game up a level or two. All the tools are there for Parker to continue to develop into a premium defender on the left side, showing soft hands and plenty of lateral agility, not to mention next-level arm strength already with firm, online carry. Add in a right-handed swing with which he’s driving the baseball to all fields with fast hands, natural loft and near limitless physical projection, and you’re talking about a very high-end prospect at the end of the day. 

Mason Pike, IF, Class of 2025
S-R, 5-10/165, Puyallup, Wash.
Travel Team: New Level Xtreme | College Commitment: Oregon State

Pike may not be as well-known as some of the other infielders on the West roster just yet, but that’s certain to change as he continues to put himself out on the national scene. Another young prospect out of the Pacific Northwest already committed to Oregon State, Pike is a legitimate switch-hitter with true actions up the middle and a high-upside profile long term. Regardless the side of the plate he digs in from, Pike is certain to impress as he shows a short and direct path from the right side with fast hands while generating more loft left-handed, generating the same easy bat speed with a natural feel for the barrel as evidenced by his .417 average with 15 extra-base hits. Pike might be even more impressive with the glove, showing an excellent internal clock with astute body control, picking the ball cleanly with snatchy hands and showing the ability to throw from multiple slots. 
 
Eli Pitts, OF, Class of 2025
R-R, 6-0/175, Suwanee, Ga.
Travel Team: East Coast Sox | College Commitment: South Carolina

Wherever Pitts ends up on the diamond based on the need of the day, you can be sure his fast-twitch athleticism will be making an impact, whether in the dirt or in the outfield where he can put his 6.70 speed on full display. The first player to commit in the 2025 class, roughly a year ago, Pitts has continued to improve upon his overall game and put together a quality summer circuit as he hit .386 with 5 triples and 14 stolen bags, proving the speed translates into both sides of the ball. Three of those triples came during a loud performance at the 14u WWBA World Championship where Pitts slashed a .500/.556/1.493 line and continued to showcase a fast right-handed stroke, staying simple with his movements in the box though you can't help but be intrigued with the power projection the profile also offers given the strength off the barrel and carry to the gaps. 

Jack Ruckert, IF, Class of 2025
L-R, 6-0/165, Baton Rouge, La.
Travel Team: Knights Knation National

Ruckert presents the type of polish and ease to his overall game that you don’t typically find at the 14u level and there’s plenty of physical projection after a quick look at his 6-foot, 165-pound frame. A left-handed hitter, Ruckert’s swing is how you’d draw it up as he stays loose and easy from the moment he launches his hands, showing a natural feel for the barrel with line drive contact sprayed throughout the yard while offering near endless physical projection which’ll only aid in the ball’s behavior off the barrel when it comes to fruition. The young Louisiana native’s defensive actions are just as silky as his lefty swing is, putting his 7.05 speed to use with a quick first step and balance throughout. He plays with a bounce to his step while taking clean angles to the ball, showing plenty of softness to his hands and solid arm strength across the diamond. 

Cooper Rummel, RHP, Class of 2025
R-R, 6-3/190, Austin, Texas
Travel Team: Austin Horns-14u DeSantiago

Rummel didn’t have too much of a track record prior to the start of the summer, but the big Texas right-hander quickly became a must-see whenever he took the mound for the Austin Horns who made a couple of impressive runs into the playoffs. Fitting into the mold of “everything is bigger in Texas” the 6-foot-3, 190-pound Rummel exudes projection with his physical stature, though you don’t have to wonder what he’ll bring on the mound as his heater is already one of the better ones in the class. It’s a simpler delivery and he utilizes his length very well to power the baseball downhill, topping out at 89 mph with flashes of hard life while striking out 42 in just 26 innings of work. It’s worth noting how easy he’s able to generate the velocity when looking into the future projection and Rummel also shows potential in a low-70s with flashes of late bite. 

Zach Strickland, RHP, Class of 2025
R-R, 6-0/145, Arcadia, Calif.
Travel Team: PFA Matadors

There aren’t many arms in the country who can replicate the type of numbers the top-ranked arm in California put up this summer, at any level, speaking to the consistency of which Strickland brings whenever he steps on the mound. Over 32 innings this summer, Strickland struck out 63, twice recording double-digit punchouts in a single game, and enjoyed a steady uptick in velocity throughout the season, opening up at 82 mph in January and eventually climbing all the way to 89 mph by July. And while the velocity stands out at the 14u level, it’s the simplicity of his delivery and the ability to repeat almost flawlessly, all of which leads to near impeccable fastball command to either side, that help set Strickland apart. That type of fastball command sets hitters up, unlocking the breaking ball, though with his command he’s just as capable of pounding a hitter on the inner half for a call third with the fastball. 

Quentin Young, IF, Class of 2025
R-R, 6-3/180, Camarillo, Calif. 
Travel Team: SoCal Giants

You certainly aren’t going to miss the 6-foot-3, 180-pound Southern California native whenever he’s out on the field and if by chance you do, his skill on the diamond will demand your attention almost immediately. Like teammate Luke Pappano, Young is two months shy of being 13u eligible which makes his present skill even more impressive as he’s both agile and extremely coordinated for his size/age combo, moving around with grace and balance while putting his lateral range on display in live action. Offensively, it’s easy to project upon Young, not only because of his size and the metrics he posted during the 14u National Showcase, but mostly due to the present bat speed and his ability to put the barrel on the ball. As he continues to utilize and incorporate additional lower half in his swing, there’s no doubting he’ll unlock even more strength at the plate, rounding out an already impressive skill set for Young. 
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Perfect Game Staff
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Jake Karpell (2030, Holmdel, NJ) got on the barrel a couple times in game five and totaled three rbis. Started his production with a single then later on hammered a heater down the right field and flew around the bases for a three run inside the park home run. Keeps the hands inside at contact really well and got the head around on the homer. Runs well and can hit it around the yard in the approach.  Luke Sauer (2030 C, FL)  put his hit tool on display with a well-struck double, continuing to show why he is regarded as one of the top catchers in the class. Owns a big frame with present physicality and does a good job keeping the hands connected throughout the swing. The barrel works efficiently through the zone and there is a solid offensive foundation present. Currently ranked as the No. 66 catcher nationally.  Gavin Politz (2030 OF, FL) continued a strong tournament...
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Tournaments | Story | 7/14/2026

15u World Series Scout Notes: Days 1-3

Perfect Game Staff
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Connor Ashley (‘29, FL) has struck out six over six no hit innings thus far. Got the FB up to 87 w/ feel for a sharp two-plane slider. #PGWS @Florida_PG pic.twitter.com/M7mEmTH8pk — Perfect Game Scout (@PG_Scouting) July 12, 2026 Connor Ashley (’29, Minneola, FL) was stellar on Sunday, striking out seven in a seven inning no hitter. He operates from a medium-to-large right-handed frame with length, room to fill, and lower half strength. Ashley works exclusively from the stretch, starting at the belt before working into a higher compact leg lift, firing down the mound via a long arm action. He releases from a high three-quarters slot, with the fastball jumping from the hand up to 87. Ashley mixed in a sharp 11-5 breaking ball with depth and late bite, a true swing-and-miss offering.  Matthew Hernandez (’29, Miami Lakes, FL) has posted strong numbers on both...
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College | Story | 7/14/2026

Coppy's Corner: July 14 Summer Edition

John Coppolella
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The amateur players in the Cape Cod Baseball League are the future stars of the 2027 MLB Draft. The league runs from June 13th through August 2nd. Games are played at historic stadiums in Old New England towns. It’s beautiful and charming. Hollywood even made a movie about the Cape Cod League ~25 years ago called Summer Catch. It scored an 8% (!) on Rotten Tomatoes, but, on the plus side, it featured 2001 Jessica Biel in a starring role.  It was so much fun writing Coppy’s Column this spring. My hope is to highlight a pitcher and position player each week from the Cape. And, who knows, maybe somewhere out there Jessica Biel is reading it.    Player of the Week: Carter White – Falmouth Commodores  Talk about making a great first impression! White introduced himself in a very loud and boisterous way this past week by going 9-17 (.529 AVG) with 6 RBI...
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