THE WORLD'S LARGEST AND MOST COMPREHENSIVE SCOUTING ORGANIZATION
| 2,489 MLB PLAYERS | 15,806 MLB DRAFT SELECTIONS
2,489 MLB PLAYERS | 15,806 MLB DRAFT SELECTIONS
College  | Story | 6/9/2011

Charlottesville SR: Who has the edge?

You can follow college baseball managing editor Kendall Rogers on Twitter @KendallRogersPG and can join the Perfect Game College Baseball Facebook page. Fans also can subscribe here to receive the college baseball ultimate ticket.

Like the college baseball content we provide at Perfect Game? If so, get the ultimate college baseball experience by subscribing to the College Baseball Ticket for just $7 monthly or $60 annually ($24 yearly savings). If you're interested in subscribing to the CBT, Click Here.


SUPER REGIONAL COVERAGE: SCHEDULE/RESULTS | PAIRINGS MESSAGE BOARDS


After the many miles traveled by some teams last week, the Road to Omaha either continues or comes to an abrupt halt for 16 teams this weekend.

With the NCAA Super Regionals around the corner, we take an in-depth look at how each team stacks up against the other.

In our last NCAA Super Regional preview, we took an inside look at the Tallahassee Super Regional. Now it's time to take an in-depth look at the Charlottesville Super Regional, which features UC Irvine (42-16) and top national seed Virginia (52-9).

For UC Irvine, it must get off to a hot start against the Cavaliers. More record crowds are expected and the Anteaters will be in better shape the sooner they get the crowd out of the equation. Offensively, the 'Eaters could be a bit better, while the rotation needs to continue the consistency they've had the past few weeks.

For Virginia, this weekend is all about playing the same brand of baseball it has played for much of the season. The Cavaliers have a fantastic rotation, a good offensive lineup, a solid defensive club, and are at home against the Anteaters. The Cavaliers should be planning a trip to Omaha next week if things are status quo.

WHO HAS THE EDGE? Austin | Chapel Hill | Columbia | Gainesville | Nashville | Santa Clara | Tallahassee

Charlottesville Super Regional: Who has the edge?
Starting pitching

Fans of pitching and defense will absolutely love this series. The Anteaters and Cavaliers both enter the weekend with excellent starting rotations, with the Cavaliers have a very slight edge. The Cavaliers are led on the mound by high draft pick and ace left-hander Danny Hultzen, who has a 1.57 ERA in 103 1/3 innings. He has struck out 148 and walked 17 and teams are hitting him at a .189 clip. Will Roberts has stepped up as a starter and has a 1.61 ERA in 95 innings. Teams are hitting him at a .204 clip and he has struck out 90 and walked 12. Tyler Wilson, meanwhile, has a 2.34 ERA in 88 1/3 innings and teams are hitting him at a .197 clip. He has struck out 55 and walked 20 this season ... UC Irvine also has a solid rotation and ace Matt Summers leads the way. Summers has started 16 games and has a 1.72 ERA in 109 2/3 innings. He has struck out 96 and walked 31, while teams are hitting him at a .180 clip. Matt Whitehouse has started 11 games and has a 2.14 ERA in 67 1/3 innings. He has struck out 59 and walked 13 and teams are hitting him at a .204 clip. Andrew Thurman, meanwhile, has started just eight games, but has a solid 3.91 ERA in 71 1/3 innings with teams hitting .288 against him. He has struck out 60 and walked 21.
Bullpen

Both the Cavaliers and Anteaters are expected to pitch at an extremely high level this weekend, especially out of the bullpen. The Cavaliers have one of the best closers in college baseball in Branden Kline. He has appeared in 28 games and recorded 17 saves and has a 1.78 ERA in 35 1/3 innings. Kyle Crockett has appeared in 25 games and has a 1.73 ERA in 26 innings, while Justin Thompson has a 2.97 ERA in 36 1/3 innings and Whit Mayberry has a 3.03 ERA in 32 2/3 innings. Also keep an eye on converted starter to reliever Cody Winiarski, who has a 3.20 ERA in 70 1/3 innings and Scott Silverstein, who has just a 3.86 ERA in 14 innings and 13 appearances ... The Anteaters have an excellent bullpen and are just a step behind the Cavaliers. Two-way stud Brian Hernandez leads the way with 12 saves in 27 appearances, while Phillip Ferragamo has appeared in 18 games and has a fantastic 2.05 ERA in 26 1/3 innings. Also keep an eye on Andy Lines, who has a 2.60 ERA in 27 2/3 innings, Jimmy Litchfield, who has a 2.97 ERA in 39 1/3 innings and Nick Hoover, who has a 3.48 ERA in 21 appearances and 33 2/3 innings pitched and Kyle Hooper, who has a 4.15 ERA in 43 1/3 innings.
Offense

The Cavaliers might be more known for their pitching with ace Danny Hultzen and others leading the way, but they're extremely productive at the plate and lead the way entering the weekend. The Cavaliers are hitting .307 as a team with outfielder David Coleman leading the way hitting .369 with 11 doubles, two home runs and 39 RBIs. He's also slugging .475 and has a .432 on-base percentage. Third baseman Steven Proscia is hitting .341 with 19 doubles, eight home runs and 58 RBIs, catcher John Hicks is hitting .339 with 21 doubles, seven home runs and 54 RBIs, Kenny Swab is hitting .306 with 16 doubles and 26 RBIs and Chris Taylor is hitting .301 with 16 doubles. Also keep an eye on two-way star Danny Hultzen and Jared King, who are hitting .336 and .324, respectively ... The Anteaters enter the weekend with a .299 average and Brian Hernandez is leading the way, hitting .351 with 12 doubles and 31 RBIs. Drew Hillman is hitting .336 with 13 doubles, five home runs and 50 RBIs and Jordan Fox is hitting .335 with 25 RBIs. Also keep an eye on D.J. Crumlich and Sean Madigan, who are hitting .293 and .288, respectively, and have the ability to be ultra productive.
Defense

If you're looking to get some free passes from either of these teams this weekend, you're likely going to be very much out of lack. Both the Anteaters and Cavaliers are excellent in the field. The Anteaters enter the weekend with a .980 fielding percentage while Virginia enters the weekend with an equally exceptional .979 fielding percentage. The difference between these two teams is minimal, but Irvine gets a slight edge for having a bit more consistency in the infield. Virginia has the edge behind the plate with extremely talented catcher John Hicks leading the way, while both teams have solid first basemen in UC Irvine's Jordan Fox and Jared King, respectively. Second basemen Tommy Reyes and Keith Werman are solid, while UC Irvine's D.J. Crumlich has been a bit more consistent in the field than Virginia's Chris Taylor. At third base, both Irvine's Brian Hernandez and Virginia's Steven Proscia have been rock solid. Also making this series interesting from a defensive standpoint is the fact both teams possess ultra athletic and talented outfielders.
Intangibles

The feeling won't be forgotten, at least not until the Virginia Cavaliers make it back to the College World Series. The Cavaliers entered the Charlottesville Super Regional last season with a full head of steam, but ran into an Oklahoma team playing an amazing brand of baseball. Virginia coach Brian O'Connor said he has never in his coaching career felt that bad after a series. Well, with a load of talent and experience, the Cavaliers get another opportunity to get back to Omaha. Motivation is at an all-time high for the Cavaliers and they're at home, where they're an amazing 33-4 this season. Look for Virginia to take care of business.


Kendall Rogers is the college baseball editor for Perfect Game USA and has covered the sport for over 10 seasons. He can be reached at kendall@perfectgame.org


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...
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...
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...
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....
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...
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...
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.)...
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...
Tournaments | Championship | 6/30/2026

Flames Capture 18U BCS Title

Alyssa Golden
Article Image
Flames Natty used timely hitting and a dominant start from Beau Collier to defeat NLB American 7-3 and capture the 18U BCS National Championship on Monday at Lee Health Sports Complex. Despite being assembled just hours before the tournament began, the Flames quickly developed chemistry throughout the tournament. “This team was put together 12 hours before this tournament, and they went on a crazy run,” head coach Adam Vasquez said. “These kids know each other locally, but they don’t play together. For them to come together last minute like that, it’s crazy. I’m proud of them for that.” The game opened as a pitchers’ duel, with David Acevedo recording the lone hit through the first two innings. NLB American starter Hayden Graham kept the Flames in check early, allowing just one hit while striking out one over 2.0 innings. The right-hander...
Tournaments | Story | 6/30/2026

Ohio Valley BCS Champ. Scout Notes

Perfect Game Staff
Article Image
‘28 C Keegan Sawyer (OH) showcased the toolshed in this one. A top player in the OH ‘28 class. LOUD (Hit & Defense) #OVBCS @KeeganSawyer10 Clip 1: 3-R 💣 to LF Clip 2: 2B to LC Clip 3: SEED, Caught Stealing @ 2B Name for August 1 @MidlandBasebal pic.twitter.com/FvIpEU7Llz — Jordan Gates (@JGatesPG) June 27, 2026 Keegan Sawyer (2028, Cleves, Ohio) The stock continues to go up and up for Keegan Sawyer. Fresh off a state championship for Bading High School, he has picked up where he has left off this spring. It seems that he gets bigger each time I see him, but the frame really works on both sides of the ball at 6-feet, 190-pounds. It’s athletic and the actions on both sides are extremely advanced. Sawyer took home MVP honors after finishing with nine hits, six going for extra bases including two home runs, nine RBIs and eight runs scored. It’s electric at...
Tournaments | Story | 6/30/2026

Texas Region Scout Notes

Perfect Game Staff
Article Image
Austin Lyons (2028, Cibolo, Texas) put on a display for Canes Southwest Prime 16U. Went 7-14 at the plate with a pair of doubles and triples, while driving in 13 runs. He won Tournament MVP for his efforts. Physical left-handed frame with feel to hit to all fields. Utilizes the middle of the field as well as the opposite field efficiently. Should be a force to be reckoned with as he grows into some more power. Evan Rosales (2027, Houston, Texas) was dominant on the mound for HP 2027 Allen. Went five shutout innings over the weekend, surrendering just one hit and two walks while striking out ten. Fastball lives 83-87 with some carry. Curveball is a heavy 12/6 downer at 69-74. North-south approach with a super steep release. Showed some really good feel for the zone and sequenced effectively to keep hitters off balance. Tristan Wright (2028, Magnolia, Texas) put on a show for Banditos 2028...
Loading more articles...