West Florida Top Prospect Games: Outfield Analysis
August 5, 2026
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The West Florida Top Prospect Games took place on Tuesday, June 23, at IMG Academy in Bradenton, FL. The event featured players from the 2027-2029 classes participating in a pro-style workout, followed by gameplay in front of the Prep Baseball Florida Scouting Staff.
Today, we will share our scouting reports on all outfielders in attendance at the West Florida Top Prospect Games.
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Outfield Analysis
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Caleb Ainsworth OF / RHP / St Johns Country Day, FL / 2027
Positional Profile: OF/RHP
Body: 6-1, 202-pounds. Strong, athletic build with a sturdy lower half. Moves well with controlled actions and maintains a solid, balanced foundation throughout the workout.
Hit: RHH. Works with a controlled lower-half operation, getting the front foot down early to establish timing. Maintains balance into the launch position and repeats the setup consistently. Creates a longer path through the hitting zone with an intent-driven swing. Shows the ability to stay through the baseball and generate leverage, while continuing to develop overall barrel consistency.
Power: 77 max exit velocity, averaged 55.1 mph. 277' max distance.
Arm: RH. OF-90 mph.
ATH: 7.03 runner in the 60. 1.67 and 3.90 in the 10 and 30 yard splits.
Vizual Edge: 55.85 Edge Score
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Braden Bodenstein OF / 1B / Wharton High School, FL / 2027
Positional Profile: OF/1B
Body: 5-11, 172-pounds. Athletic build with a strong lower half. Moves well with controlled, coordinated actions and shows good overall body control throughout the workout.
Hit: LHH. Hits from a wider base with a low center of gravity. Uses a pronounced toe tap to create rhythm and gather into a balanced launch position. Works with a longer path through the zone, generating a whippy barrel through contact. Incorporates the lower half well with noticeable forward move into contact, creating an intent-driven swing with the ability to stay through the baseball.
Power: 95 max exit velocity, averaged 82.4 mph. 338' max distance.
Arm: LH. OF-79 mph. Shows a longer arm action with aggressive intent on throws. Works through the baseball confidently while producing controlled carry with developing consistency through the release.
Defense: Athletic defender who plays with active feet and energetic actions. Covers ground well and works through the baseball with confidence, maintaining body control throughout defensive plays.
ATH: 7.34 runner in the 60. 1.67 and 4.01 in the 10 and 30 yard splits.
Vizual Edge: 84.49 Edge Score
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Kendell Charlery OF / 1B / Bishop Verot, FL / 2028
Positional Profile: OF/1B
Body: 5-11, 181-pounds. Athletic build with good present strength. Moves well with coordinated actions and shows body control throughout the workout.
Hit: RHH. Hits with active, quick hands and incorporates a controlled leg kick to establish rhythm. Maintains balance throughout the load before working into the swing. Keeps the hands inside the baseball and works through contact with a direct, controlled path. Finishes from a wider base while staying through the middle of the field with an intent-driven approach.
Power: 95 max exit velocity, averaged 85.8 mph. 362' max distance.
Arm: LH. OF-85 mph. Shows a strong, accurate arm from a high three-quarter slot. Delivers throws with confidence and maintains consistent body control through the release.
Defense: Athletic defender who works through the baseball with controlled footwork. Shows fluid actions, good body control, and the ability to play through the baseball while maintaining rhythm throughout defensive plays.
ATH: 7.15 runner in the 60. 1.70 and 3.97 in the 10 and 30 yard splits.
Vizual Edge: 62.69 Edge Score
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Julian Connell OF / 1B / West Broward High School, FL / 2028
Positional Profile: OF/1B
Body: 6-1, 170-pounds. Long, lean, projectable frame with room for continued physical development. Shows athletic movement patterns and good overall body control.
Hit: LHH. Hits from a tall stance with a large forward move into the swing. Utilizes a floating leg kick to create rhythm while widening the base as he works into his launch position. Keeps the hands compact and controlled throughout the setup. Swing is geared toward creating lift with a longer, athletic path through the zone. Shows the ability to generate leverage through the lower half while continuing to refine timing and consistency.
Power: 79 max exit velocity, averaged 70.1 mph. 288' max distance.
Arm: LH. OF-88 mph. Whippy arm action from the outfield with a calm, controlled delivery. Works from a high three-quarter slot and creates carry with natural arm speed while continuing to refine throw direction and accuracy.
Defense: Moves with a controlled, composed approach in the outfield. Shows athletic actions and maintains balance while working through defensive opportunities.
ATH: 7.04 runner in the 60. 1.65 and 3.90 in the 10 and 30 yard splits.
Vizual Edge: 71.98 Edge Score
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JJ Fernando OF / LHP / Inspiration Academy, FL / 2028
Positional Profile: OF/LHP
Body: 5-9, 150-pounds. High-waisted, projectable frame with room for continued physical development. Shows athletic movement patterns and a coordinated skill set as a two-way player.
Hit: LHH. Hits from a wide, low-centered stance with a controlled leg kick to create rhythm. Maintains a strong base and works into a balanced launch position. Keeps the hands inside the baseball with a compact approach through the zone. Shows a controlled swing path with the ability to stay through contact and utilize the middle of the field.
Power: 89 max exit velocity, averaged 82.6 mph. 299' max distance.
Arm: LH. OF-75 mph. Works from a high three-quarter slot with a controlled arm action. Shows the ability to make throws from the outfield while continuing to refine carry and accuracy.
Defense: Athletic defender with a low center of gravity and controlled movements. Works through the baseball with steady actions and shows good body control throughout defensive plays.
ATH: 7.53 runner in the 60. 1.70 and 4.10 in the 10 and 30 yard splits.
Vizual Edge: 53.89 Edge Score
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Hayden Finke OF / RHP / Cardinal Mooney, FL / 2028
Positional Profile: OF/RHP
Body: 5-10, 164-pounds. Athletic, lean build with a long, projectable frame. Two-way prospect who shows coordinated actions and good overall athleticism.
Hit: LHH. Works with a simple, repeatable operation featuring the hands set back and a small leg lift. Maintains rhythm throughout the load with very little wasted movement. Creates a longer path through the zone while getting on plane early. Swings with intent, showing an aggressive approach geared toward creating lift and driving the baseball.
Power: 95 max exit velocity, averaged 83.2 mph. 324' max distance.
Arm: RH. OF-80 mph. Works from a high three-quarter slot with developing arm strength. Delivers accurate throws with clean, repeatable mechanics.
Defense: Athletic outfielder who plays low to the ground with controlled actions. Moves well through the baseball and maintains balance while working through defensive plays.
ATH: 6.92 runner in the 60. 1.66 and 3.84 in the 10 and 30 yard splits.
Vizual Edge: 63.92 Edge Score
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Jaedyn Hammond OF / RHP / Tampa Catholic, FL / 2029
Positional Profile: OF/RHP
Body: 5-8, 160-pounds. Athletic, compact build with a strong lower half. Moves well with controlled actions and shows good overall body control throughout the workout.
Hit: RHH. Hits from a wide, open stance with a low center of gravity. Maintains a balanced setup and works efficiently into the swing. Creates a direct path to the baseball with an approach geared toward creating lift. Shows the ability to drive line drives to all fields while maintaining an efficient, repeatable swing.
Power: 93 max exit velocity, averaged 77.0 mph. 281' max distance.
Arm: RH. OF-86 mph. Works from a high three-quarter slot with athletic arm action. Uses the lower half well to generate carry on throws while maintaining accuracy and body control.
Defense: Athletic defender with controlled movements and confident actions. Works through the baseball well with balanced footwork and fluid defensive movements, showing the ability to make accurate throws consistently.
ATH: 7.00 runner in the 60. 1.63 and 3.85 in the 10 and 30 yard splits.
Vizual Edge: 70.24 Edge Score
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Noah Kendrick OF / 2B / Parrish Community, FL / 2027
Positional Profile: OF/2B
Body: 5-9, 160-pounds. Athletic, compact build with quick-twitch actions. Shows good overall body control and versatility while contributing at multiple defensive positions.
Hit: RHH. Hits from an athletic stance with the hands set lower. Uses a floating leg gather while getting the front foot down early to establish timing and maintain balance. Shows exceptionally quick hands through the zone with an approach geared toward creating loft to the pull side. Maintains an aggressive, repeatable swing while working efficiently through contact.
Power: 92 max exit velocity, averaged 81.1 mph. 328' max distance.
Arm: RH. INF-76 mph. OF-79 mph. INF-Shows the ability to throw comfortably from multiple arm slots with controlled arm action. Delivers accurate throws while maintaining body control throughout the play. OF-Works from a high three-quarter slot with athletic arm action. Generates quality carry on throws while maintaining accuracy and consistent mechanics.
Defense: INF-Displays fluid, controlled defensive actions with good athleticism. Works through the baseball confidently and shows the versatility to make plays from different platforms while continuing to develop a quicker overall tempo.. OF-Athletic outfielder with active, energetic actions. Moves well through the baseball with good body control and balanced footwork, showing confidence throughout defensive plays.
ATH: 7.47 runner in the 60. 1.70 and 4.07 in the 10 and 30 yard splits.
Vizual Edge: 58.49 Edge Score
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Fletcher King OF / 1B / IMG Academy, FL / 2028
Positional Profile: OF/1B
Body: 6-3, 230-pounds. Physical, imposing build with present strength and an impressive athletic profile for his frame. Generates easy power and moves well.
Hit: LHH. Hits with a large, coiled load and controlled leg kick. Sets the hands lower before the swing and uses the lower half effectively to create a powerful launch position. Swing is built to impact the baseball with an aggressive, damage-oriented approach. Whips the barrel through the zone with strength and leverage, creating easy power while maintaining intent throughout the swing.
Power: 101 max exit velocity, averaged 89.7 mph. 368' max distance.
Arm: RH. INF-78 mph. OF-82 mph. Works from an over-the-top slot with developing consistency in the throwing operation. Continues to refine arm action and overall throwing mechanics across the infield.
Defense: Shows fundamentally sound defensive actions with comfort around the first base bag. Displays cleaner footwork and overall body control at first base, where his actions project best and his physical traits fit the position well.
ATH: 6.93 runner in the 60. 1.60 and 3.82 in the 10 and 30 yard splits.
Vizual Edge: 80.7 Edge Score
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Positional Profile: OF/RHP
Body: 6-4, 175-pounds. Long, lean, high-waisted frame with plenty of projection remaining. Athletic for his build with long levers and coordinated body control.
Hit: LHH. Hits with the hands set higher and utilizes a simple, repeatable operation. Uses a short stride to stay balanced and on time. Works with a direct path to the baseball, using his long levers efficiently while maintaining a controlled approach through the zone.
Power: 95 max exit velocity, averaged 82.1 mph. 324' max distance.
Arm: RH. INF-75 mph. OF-79 mph. INF-Works from a high three-quarter slot with controlled arm action. Delivers accurate throws while showing comfort making routine plays around first base. OF-Works from a high three-quarter slot with clean, repeatable arm action. Delivers controlled, accurate throws with confidence from the outfield.
Defense: INF-Comfortable defender around the first base bag with athletic actions for his lanky frame. Moves well with coordinated footwork and maintains body control throughout defensive plays. OF-Athletic outfielder who moves well for his long frame. Covers ground with fluid actions, works through the baseball under control, and maintains good body awareness throughout defensive plays.
ATH: 7.41 runner in the 60. 1.71 and 4.07 in the 10 and 30 yard splits.
Vizual Edge: 76.8 Edge Score
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Julian Lopez RHP / OF / North Broward Preparatory School, FL / 2027
Positional Profile: RHP/OF
Body: 6-2, 213-pounds. Physical, strong build with present strength. Two-way prospect who uses his frame well and shows athleticism across multiple facets of the game.
Hit: RHH. Hits from a compact, narrow stance with the hands set lower. Uses a controlled toe tap to establish timing while getting into the lower half efficiently. Shows quick hands through the zone with a compact, repeatable swing. Uses the lower half well to generate leverage and stays through the baseball with an intent-driven approach.
Power: 93 max exit velocity, averaged 89.2 mph. 360' max distance.
Arm: RH. INF-83 mph. OF-87 mph. INF-Shows the ability to throw from multiple arm slots with controlled arm action. Delivers accurate throws while maintaining body control throughout the play. OF- Works from an over-the-top slot with clean arm action. Produces accurate throws with confidence and consistent mechanics.
Defense: INF-Displays athletic actions with good comfort around the first base bag. Moves well through the baseball and shows fluidity while handling plays, projecting best at first base. OF-Athletic outfielder who moves well for his build. Works through the baseball with controlled footwork and balanced actions while maintaining body control throughout defensive plays.
Vizual Edge: 65.33 Edge Score
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Luis Marcelino OF / RHP / City of life, FL / 2028
Positional Profile: OF/RHP
Body: 5-11, 174-pounds. Athletic build with good overall body control. Two-way prospect who shows coordinated actions and versatility on both sides of the ball.
Hit: RHH. Hits from a low, wide stance with a controlled toe tap. Gets the front foot down early to establish timing while maintaining a balanced, repeatable setup. Works with a direct path through the zone and a line-drive approach. Shows an efficient swing with the ability to stay through the baseball and use the middle of the field.
Power: 94 max exit velocity, averaged 79.0 mph. 352' max distance.
Arm: RH. OF-90 mph. Works from an over-the-top slot with athletic arm action. Generates quality carry on throws while maintaining accuracy and consistent body control.
Defense: Athletic outfielder with quick feet and fluid defensive actions. Covers ground well and works through the baseball under control with confidence throughout the play.
ATH: 7.12 runner in the 60. 1.70 and 3.95 in the 10 and 30 yard splits.
Vizual Edge: 68.91 Edge Score
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RJ Martell OF / 3B / Lake Minneola High School, FL / 2028
Positional Profile: OF/3B
Body: 6-0, 186-pounds. Athletic, high-waisted, projectable frame with long levers and room for continued physical development. Moves well with coordinated actions and good overall body control.
Hit: RHH. Hits from a tall, narrow stance with a simple, repeatable operation. Maintains balance throughout the load with very little wasted movement. Works with a swing geared to create lift and backspin through the middle of the field. Stays on plane with an efficient path through the zone and shows an intent-driven approach
Power: 97 max exit velocity, averaged 87.6 mph. 350' max distance.
Arm: RH. OF-87 mph. Works from an over-the-top slot with clean arm action. Uses his long levers effectively to generate quality carry on throws while maintaining accuracy.
Defense: Athletic outfielder with fluid, controlled actions. Covers ground well and works through the baseball with confidence, showing good body control and balanced footwork throughout defensive plays.
ATH: 6.96 runner in the 60. 1.60 and 3.84 in the 10 and 30 yard splits.
Vizual Edge: 61.7 Edge Score
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Ben Perry OF / 3B / Calvary Christian, FL / 2028
Positional Profile: OF/3B
Body: 6-1, 187-pounds. Athletic build with good overall coordination and quick-twitch movements. Shows fluid athleticism and light feet throughout his defensive actions.
Hit: SH. Hits with the hands set low and back in the stance. Uses a controlled leg kick to create rhythm while maintaining balance and athleticism throughout the load. Shows quick hands through the zone with a controlled, whippy swing. Works efficiently to the baseball and creates a compact path with the ability to stay through contact.
Power: 94 max exit velocity, averaged 84.1 mph. 324' max distance.
Arm: RH. OF-81 mph. Works from a high three-quarter slot with athletic arm action. Shows developing consistency with throws while continuing to refine accuracy.
Defense: Athletic outfielder with light, bouncy movements. Shows good range and body control while working through the baseball, maintaining active feet and fluid defensive actions.
ATH: 6.99 runner in the 60. 1.65 and 3.89 in the 10 and 30 yard splits.
Vizual Edge: 74.51 Edge Score
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MJ Prisco OF / RHP / Inspiration Academy, FL / 2029
Positional Profile: OF/RHP
Body: 5-9, 163-pounds. Athletic, lean build with good overall coordination. Shows fluid movements and a controlled approach at the plate with quality body awareness.
Hit: LHH. Hits from a tall, narrow stance with a slight hand load. Keeps the hands back and creates a balanced launch position while maintaining a simple operation. Shows quick hands with a direct path to the baseball. Gets on plane efficiently and works with a smooth swing geared toward creating lift through contact.
Power: 95 max exit velocity, averaged 81.2 mph. 364' max distance.
Arm: RH.
ATH: 7.90 runner in the 60. 1.74 and 4.21 in the 10 and 30 yard splits.
Vizual Edge: 61.66 Edge Score
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Devin Raines OF / 1B / Cardinal Mooney, FL / 2028
Positional Profile: OF/1B
Body: 6-3, 185-pounds. High-waisted, slender build with long levers and an athletic frame. Shows good coordination and fluid movement patterns with projection remaining.
Hit: LHH. Hits from a tall, narrow stance with a controlled leg kick and active hand load. Uses his length well while creating rhythm and timing throughout the swing. Works with a long path through the zone while staying on plane and creating backspin. Shows active hands and an aggressive approach with the ability to impact the baseball.
Power: 100 max exit velocity, averaged 90.7 mph. 362' max distance.
Arm: RH. OF-81 mph. Works from a high three-quarter slot with long arm action. Throws show developing carry while continuing to refine overall trajectory and consistency.
Defense: Fluid outfielder with athletic actions and good body control. Moves well through the baseball and uses his length effectively while maintaining balance throughout defensive plays.
ATH: 6.84 runner in the 60. 1.61 and 3.80 in the 10 and 30 yard splits.
Vizual Edge: 80.87 Edge Score
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Jake Reich OF / OF / IMG Academy, FL / 2028
Positional Profile: OF/OF
Body: 6-0, 168-pounds. Athletic, lean build with good overall coordination. Shows fluid movements and quality body control throughout his game.
Hit: RHH. Uses a simple, repeatable operation with a short stride and controlled hand load. Maintains balance throughout the setup while creating a consistent launch position. Works with a direct path to the baseball and gets on plane efficiently. Shows a controlled approach with the ability to stay through the zone and make consistent contact.
Power: 96 max exit velocity, averaged 83.6 mph. 350' max distance.
Arm: RH. OF-84 mph. Works from an over-the-top slot with clean arm action. Generates carry on throws while maintaining accuracy and consistency.
ATH: 6.97 runner in the 60. 1.61 and 3.83 in the 10 and 30 yard splits.
Vizual Edge: 69.93 Edge Score
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Evan Rupinta OF / RHP / TIMBER CREEK, FL / 2028
Positional Profile: OF/RHP
Body: 6-3, 219-pounds. Strong, athletic build with present physicality. Shows good overall athleticism for his frame and the ability to move well in the outfield.
Hit: RHH. Hits from a wide, low setup with a balanced approach. Maintains a strong base and creates a consistent launch position. Works with a long path through the zone while staying inside the baseball. Shows the ability to get on plane and flashed present power with the ability to drive the ball.
Power: 100 max exit velocity, averaged 92.1 mph. 336' max distance.
Arm: RH. OF-85 mph. Works from an over-the-top slot with athletic arm action. Shows good arm strength and the ability to generate carry on throws.
Defense: Athletic outfielder with controlled actions. Moves well through the baseball and shows good body control throughout defensive plays.
ATH: 7.07 runner in the 60. 1.60 and 3.85 in the 10 and 30 yard splits.
Vizual Edge: 61.45 Edge Score
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