Most Viewed Profiles of 2021: No. 9 Cole Edwards

3B Cole Edwards (2023) is another sophomore that is leading the way offensively for a successful 7A Jaguars team. Standing out physically and not looking like a sophomore, Edwards boasts a strong, athletic 6-3, 195 pound frame. Didn’t show up much on the stat sheet during this contest, but made solid contact in a couple of his at-bats with nothing to show for. Facing an SEC arm, Edwards showed no trouble handling some velocity by lining a fastball back up the middle, but was the victim of a diving play by the center fielder in the 4th. Stays connected throughout his swing and impacts the baseball at a high level. Going to be interesting to see how he progresses as a prospect over the next 2 ½ years.

6-foot-3, 185-pound proportional frame. Raw during batting practice, the right-handed hitter had a max exit velocity of 98 mph. Started in an open stance with a high load, then used a closed stride. Has explosive bat speed, upward swing plane and high finish. Found multiple barrels through his rounds. Up the middle approach. Fluid in the infield, his best throw was registered at 82 mph; shows soft hands, a fluid exchange, and rhythmic feet. When fielding he gathers the ball out front. Showed consistent accuracy to the bag with a quick arm action and a high ¾ slot. Showed off his speed at the event, running a swift 6.87 60-yard dash. The bat continue to impress each time we see him. 

6-foot-2, 160-pound right-handed third baseman, long, projectable frame that will fill out as he physically matures. Offensively, slightly open setup, high back elbow, loads barrel upright, short stride, Gap-to-gap type hitter who will develop pull-side pop with more consistency.