AIA Scout Blog: 5/6 Playoffs
May 8, 2025
The Arizona Scout Blog shifts into playoff mode as the AIA State Tournament gets underway. Throughout each round, the Prep Baseball Arizona staff will be on the ground covering matchups across all classifications, highlighting standout performances and key prospect evaluations. From impact underclassmen to uncommitted seniors and draft follow arms, this running blog will feature detailed scouting notes, game insights, and data-driven breakdowns from the state’s top postseason action. Expect player evaluations, velocities, offensive metrics, and more as we follow the road to the championship.
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May 6th: Round 2 (6A)
Game 1 Player Notes:
(No.10) Mountain View vs. (No.2) Hamilton
Boston Kellner, 2025 RHP/SS, Hamilton HS, Texas A&M commit
Kellner showed off his all around game, this time at the plate, contributing with 2 hits and driving in a key run with a short, quick, powerful swing to keep Hamilton in striking distance. Veteran presence at the top of the order with a quick swing and ability to spray the field.
Boston Kellner
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2025 RHP/SS
Hamilton HS @HHS_Athletics_1 @AggieBaseball commit
Boston gets the job done here with his stick and slaps this ball through the infield for an RBI single. Huskies have grinded their way back in this ball game. Huskies still trail 3-4 heading into the… pic.twitter.com/9mTYHNKtfi
*Max Germaine, 2027 C, Mountain View HS, Uncommitted
Max continues to rise as a follow in the '27 class. Flashes quick hands, tall posture, and emerging strength in the box. Behind the dish he is athletic and has quick feet/hands during throwdowns. Displays signs of leadership and growth in the catcher role. Possibly could see him transition to OF in the future.
Max Germaine @MaxGermaineJr
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2027 C
Mountain View HS @mvtorobaseball @PB_Uncommitted
Max delievers a line drive shot to the left side to score two. A definite follow from the '27 class.#beseen @prepbaseball | @TweetTonyT pic.twitter.com/kOASq8Nouk
Kooper Klein, 2027 INF, Mountain View HS, Uncommitted
Klein impressed once again with a composed, mature approach at the plate, driving an RBI single through the middle in a leverage spot. Quiet, confident presence in the box with a knack for barreling up pitches and executing with runners on.
Kooper Klein @KooperKlein
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2027 INF
Mountain View HS @mvtorobaseball @PB_Uncommitted
Kooper delivers an RBI single to add to the Toro's lead here in the 3rd.#beseen @prepbaseball | @twerk_xyz pic.twitter.com/KiW1Deb6nY
Game Recap:
Mountain View held off a late push from Hamilton to secure an 8-7 win on Tuesday. Brady Goodman led the offense, going 2-3 with 3 RBIs, including a 2 RBI double in the first. Kooper Klein and Max Germaine each added RBI singles as part of a 12 hit effort. Justice Yanke earned the win with 5.2 innings of work, allowing just one earned run, and Mitchell Lamoreaux picked up the save. Boston Kellner paced the Huskies with a 2-4 night at the plate.
Game 2 Player Notes:
(No.1) Corona del Sol vs. (No.8) Sandra Day O'Connor
*Ben Jacobus, 2028 OF, Corona del Sol HS, Uncommitted
Jacobus continues to establish himself as one of the top follows in Arizona’s 2028 class. Went 3-4 with a pair of RBIs and showed mature at bats, often going deep into counts and shortening up with two strikes to find his way on base (even drag bunted down 1B line for one of his hits). Aggressive, high baseball IQ player who takes the extra 90ft, an impact presence in the lineup.
Ben Jacobus @BenJacobus14
— Prep Baseball Arizona (@PrepBaseballAZ) May 7, 2025
2028 OF
Corona del Sol @CdS_Baseball @PB_Uncommitted
Ben battles his way on base during his first at bat of the game by shortening up with two strikes, fighting off some tough pitches and putting pressure on the defense. A must follow in the '28… pic.twitter.com/BUoD6CmfbZ
Ben Jacobus
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2028 OF
Corona del Sol @CdS_Baseball @PB_Uncommitted
Solid piece of hitting here for Ben's 3rd hit on the night. The kid can play and has some high baseball IQ too.#beseen @prepbaseball | @TweetTonyT pic.twitter.com/Rty8D0F6pe
*Conor Rae, 2027 SS/OF, Corona del Sol HS, Uncommitted
Athletic, wiry profile with balanced actions and contact skills make him a threat at the plate and a follow in the 2027 class. Smart and aggressive on the bases who is always looking to take an additional 90ft. Brings defensive versatility with smooth hands and quick feet in the INF as well as good reads and agility in the OF. Rae contributed early with a sacrifice fly to get the Aztecs on the board, then followed up with an RBI single in the second in this playoff game.
Conor Rae @Conor_Rae08
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2027 SS/OF
Corona del Sol @CdS_Baseball @PB_Uncommitted
A follow in the '27 class, Conor adds to the Aztecs lead with this RBI single in the 2nd. Aztecs currently on top 2-0.#beseen @prepbaseball | @TweetTonyT pic.twitter.com/ry18lTvDog
*Connor Long, 2027 INF, Corona del Sol HS, Uncommitted
Long is a follow from the 2027 class as he continues to trend upward. His compact swing combined with feel for the barrel allows him to stay in the zone for a long time, improving his chances for success. Quiet competitor who stays engaged in every at bat and projects as a steady run producer. Long continues to trend up with a quality two strike approach, driving a double down the right field line to spark the Aztec offense.
Connor Long
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2027 INF
Corona del Sol @CdS_Baseball @PB_Uncommitted
Connor produces with two strikes and finds some green down the RF line for an RBI double in the 4th. CDS leads 8-0.#beseen@prepbaseball | @TweetTonyT pic.twitter.com/mC6EnRSkFh
Game Recap:
Corona del Sol rolled to a 10-0 win over O’Connor behind a dominant outing from Brent Crossland, who threw five shutout innings with eight strikeouts and no walks. Ben Jacobus led the offense with a 3-4 night and 3 RBIs, while Cooper Clouser and Connor Long each added run scoring hits. The Aztecs racked up five stolen bases and played clean defense in the shutout victory.
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