LATEST PG SHOWCASE REPORT
2017 World Showcase
Nicholas (Nick) Clarno is a 2017 C/IF with a 6-0 180 lb. frame from Grayson, GA who attends Grayson HS. Medium, athletic build with broad shoulders and a strong, mature build with nice present strength throughout. Primary catcher, lower set behind the plate, shows a quick transfer out of glove and release, works on top of the ball well but gets upright at release, projects with additional lower half involved, quick actions and shows nice tools behind the plate with carry to throws, accurate in live setting too. Extra steps in release from the outfield, gets under the ball at times but shows nice arm strength, strides on line with lower half through release. Full arm action from the infield, short steps moving towards the ball, able to throw accurately from multiple arm slots. Quick look on mound too, able to create nice angle from high three-quarters release point on fastball, topped out at 83 mph, mostly true in life but throws strikes and flashed a curveball at 67 mph. Righthanded hitter, begins with a wide base and a high back elbow in the box, has movement to hands pre-pitch. Uses a high leg lift trigger for timing, stays short to the ball and looks to elevate at the point of contact. Stays through the ball well, shows physical strength and able to generate carry when extended out front, works the pull side comfortably. Good student. Committed to University of North Georgia.