Preseason All-State: Rising Stars - Pitcher & Catcher Reports

EMERSON, GA - The Prep Baseball Georgia staff hosted the Preseason All-State Rising Stars event on March 1st. This event was an opportunity to see a talented group of 2029-2030 players. These players went through extended pro-style workout that included batting practice using Trackman, ran the 60 yard dash using VALD Performance, and much more. Pitchers were able to throw short bullpens with Trackman. There were some players who showed up and continued to build off of prior performances, but there were also some new names who jumped onto our radar with a strong showing on Saturday. Today, we will take an even closer look at the pitchers and catchers from those in attendance with the help of our tech partners, broken down by each player down below. 

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Logan Brooks, Walton (GA), 2029 |
Positional Profile: SS/RHP
Body: 5-7, 115-pounds.
Delivery: Patient, slow actions and arm speed gets him downhill. Smaller stride.
Arm Action: RH. Strict over the top.
FB: T68, 67-68 mph. T1911, 1859 average rpm.
CB: 60-62 mph. T1528, 1488 average rpm.
SL: 61-62 mph. T1509, 1426 average rpm.
CH: 60-61 mph. T1496, 1440 average rpm.

Jaxon Merritt, Kennesaw Mountain (GA), 2029 |
Positional Profile: SS/2B
Body: 5-6, 115-pounds.
Delivery: Works from the stretch, short stride with quick release and follow through.
Arm Action: RH. Over the top, quick release.
FB: T61, 59-61 mph. T1577, 1496 average rpm.
CH: 57-59 mph. T1491, 1423 average rpm.

Nolan Drew, Lowndes (GA), 2030 |
Positional Profile: SS/OF
Body: 5-5, 125-pounds.
Delivery: High leg kick with good separation and advanced movements.
Arm Action: RH. Over the top, slight drop in elbow on off-speed pitches.
FB: T65, 63-65 mph. T1633, 1591 average rpm.
CB: 53-55 mph. T1302, 1222 average rpm.
CH: 59-61 mph. T1220, 1154 average rpm.

Logan Moran, walton (GA), 2029 |
Positional Profile: 3B
Body: 5-6, 125-pounds.
Delivery: Short upper-half separation, gets down hill with a good feel.
Arm Action: RH. Over the top with short, quick releases.
FB: T73, 69-73 mph. T1912, 1830 average rpm.
CB: 60-61 mph. T2166, 2095 average rpm.
SL: 59-63 mph. T2224, 2149 average rpm.

Trevor Hebel, CORPUS CHRISTI CATHOLIC SCHOOL (IL), 2030 |
Positional Profile: 3B/RHP
Body: 5-7, 126-pounds.
Delivery: Slower, anticipating wind-up. Leg kick that mixes up speeds for different pitches.
Arm Action: RH. Over the top with a longer release.
FB: T73, 70-72 mph. T1815, 1776 average rpm.
CB: 61-61 mph. T2215, 2143 average rpm.
CH: 65-67 mph. T1778, 1625 average rpm.

Owen Cerlanek, Etowah (GA), 2029 |
Positional Profile: OF/SS
Body: 5-6, 130-pounds.
Delivery: Calm actions in the windup, stays in his back-half throughout.
Arm Action: RH. Over the top to a slight 3/4 drop.
FB: T68, 65-68 mph. T1861, 1674 average rpm.
CB: 55-60 mph. T1790, 1690 average rpm.
CH: 59-61 mph. T1215, 1101 average rpm.

Alex Padgett, North Forsyth (GA), 2029 |
Positional Profile: RHP/OF
Body: 5-9, 130-pounds.
Delivery: High waisted, with long arms. Calm actions out of the wind-up, gets downhill in his back-half.
Arm Action: RH. Slight 3/4 with over the top actions.
FB: T71, 69-70 mph. T2085, 1994 average rpm.
SL: 64-66 mph. T1962, 1912 average rpm.

Bates Harrison, Statesboro (GA), 2029 |
Positional Profile: OF/SS
Body: 5-9, 145-pounds.
Delivery: Anticipates out of the windup, shows advanced abilities with a good feel. Athletic movements
Arm Action: RH. 3/4 arm slot.
FB: T80, 77-80 mph. T1981, 1903 average rpm.
SL: 64-66 mph. T2507, 2389 average rpm.
CH: 70-73 mph. T1812, 1702 average rpm.

Cole Trawick, North Paulding (GA), 2029 |
Positional Profile: OF/LHP
Body: 6-0, 135-pounds.
Delivery: Smooth well paced delivery. Gets down the mound well. Good extension.
Arm Action: LH. High 3/4 slot. Athletic action.
FB: T70, 66-70 mph. T1833, 1736 average rpm.
CB: 61-63 mph. T1853, 1780 average rpm.
CH: 63-66 mph. T1642, 1526 average rpm.

Brant Davis, PCA (GA), 2029 |
Positional Profile: RHP/OF
Body: 5-9, 140-pounds.
Delivery: Controlled, athletic delivery. Stays on the back side.
Arm Action: RH. Arm works. High 3/4 slot. Located with 3 pitches.
FB: T80, 76-79 mph. T1976, 1918 average rpm.
CB: 67-70 mph. T2469, 2353 average rpm.
CH: 72-73 mph. T1856, 1743 average rpm.

Paxton Jennings, Harlem (GA), 2029 |
Positional Profile: C/RHP
Body: 5-10, 140-pounds.
Delivery: Athletic mover. Controlled, well paced delivery. Gets in the lower half and drives down the mound.
Arm Action: RH. Longer slot. Stays behind the ball with spin.
FB: T78, 76-78 mph. T1792, 1733 average rpm.
CB: 63-64 mph. T1871, 1851 average rpm.
CH: 72-73 mph. T1624, 1486 average rpm.

Brady Jordan, North Atlanta (GA), 2029 |
Positional Profile: LHP/OF
Body: 5-8, 140-pounds.
Delivery: Controlled delivery. Short, quick movements. Strong follow through and gets down the mound.
Arm Action: LH. Athletic, loose action.
FB: T72, 69-72 mph. Good action. Filled up the zone. T1730, 1668 average rpm.
CB: 60-62 mph. Feel for spin. Gets on top of it. Late action. T1535, 1486 average rpm.
CH: 64-67 mph. Late sink in the zone. Threw it for strikes. T1390, 1304 average rpm.

Nicholas Kupsco, undecided (GA), 2029 |
Positional Profile: RHP/OF
Body: 5-10, 140-pounds.
Delivery: Controlled, smooth pace. Upper and lower half stay connected.
Arm Action: RH. Loose action. Over the top slot.
FB: T73, 72-73 mph. T1888, 1820 average rpm.
CB: 61-62 mph. T1598, 1548 average rpm.
CH: 67-67 mph. T1539, 1485 average rpm.


Maximus Lecca, North Paulding (GA), 2029 |
Positional Profile: OF/LHP
Body: 5-10, 140-pounds.
Delivery: High waisted. Quick paced delivery. Lower half works well.
Arm Action: LH. Over the top slot. Stays behind the ball.
FB: T72, 71-71 mph. T1942, 1843 average rpm.
CB: 58-61 mph. T1641, 1602 average rpm.
CH: 63-65 mph. T1357, 1189 average rpm.

Nathan Faulkner, Morgan County (GA), 2029 |
Positional Profile: RHP/3B
Body: 5-5, 145-pounds.
Delivery: Compact delivery. Strong lower half. Works down the mound.
Arm Action: RH. Athletic slot. Reaches out in front with a good finish.
FB: T73, 71-72 mph. T1632, 1591 average rpm.
CB: 60-61 mph. T1744, 1636 average rpm.
CH: 63-64 mph. T1121, 1026 average rpm.

Nolan Idol, Lakeview Academy (GA), 2029 |
Positional Profile: OF/SS
Body: 5-11, 145-pounds.
Delivery: Works from the stretch, quick leg kick that gets down hill fast.
Arm Action: RH. Over the top with a slight drop in the elbow.
FB: T80, 79-80 mph. T1895, 1753 average rpm.
CB: 67-68 mph. T2002, 1949 average rpm.
CH: 71-72 mph. T1521, 1427 average rpm.

Manny Munoz, Alpharetta (GA), 2029 |
Positional Profile: RHP/3B
Body: 5-8, 148-pounds.
Delivery: Calm, good body control from the stretch, quick release with good separation.
Arm Action: RH. Over the top with a quick release.
FB: T78, 76-78 mph. T1772, 1713 average rpm.
CB: 65-68 mph. T1631, 1569 average rpm.
CH: 70-71 mph. T1496, 1467 average rpm.

Reid Williams, BULLOCH ACADEMY (GA), 2029 |
Positional Profile: OF/LHP
Body: 5-10, 150-pounds.
Delivery: Good body control, back turns to face the batter during leg kick, gets down hill with solid stride and good release.
Arm Action: LH. Over the top with a slight 3/4 drop, shows ASR.
FB: T74, 72-74 mph. T1682, 1649 average rpm.
CB: 61-63 mph. T2119, 2071 average rpm.
SL: 63-66 mph. T2135, 2041 average rpm.
CH: 68-70 mph. T1509, 1434 average rpm.

Holden Borland, South Forsyth (GA), 2029 |
Positional Profile: RHP/OF
Body: 6-1, 155-pounds.
Delivery: Works from the stretch, closer stance and then separates. Longer arms with larger stride. (R & L)
Arm Action: RH. Over the top (R) Over the top (L)
FB: T84, 79-83 mph. T2300, 2058 average rpm.
CB: 65-70 mph. T2342, 2117 average rpm.
CH: 70-75 mph. T1660, 1495 average rpm.

Jack Greene, Denmark (GA), 2029 |
Positional Profile: 3B/RHP
Body: 5-10, 155-pounds.
Delivery: Slightly open stretch stance from the windup, quick leg kick with good release.
Arm Action: RH. Slightly above 3/4.
FB: T79, 77-79 mph. T2030, 1839 average rpm.
CB: 63-65 mph. T2324, 2242 average rpm.
CH: 72-74 mph. T1717, 1660 average rpm.

Hudson Pursell, W (GA), 2029 |
Positional Profile: RHP/OF
Body: 6-2, 155-pounds.
Delivery: Works from the stretch, high leg kick. Long stride.
Arm Action: RH. Over the top with some whip.
FB: T79, 74-79 mph. T1965, 1903 average rpm.
SL: 64-67 mph. T2089, 1975 average rpm.
CH: 66-69 mph. T1369, 1288 average rpm.

Ryles Register, Houston County (GA), 2029 |
Positional Profile: SS/RHP
Body: 5-7, 155-pounds.
Delivery: Tall frame, quick high leg kick, strong lower-half that stays strong throughout.
Arm Action: LH. Over the top.
FB: T72, 68-71 mph. T1882, 1845 average rpm.
CB: 53-54 mph. T1480, 1462 average rpm.
CH: 56-59 mph. T1433, 1322 average rpm.

Wesley Jackson, Greenbrier Middle School (GA), 2029 |
Positional Profile: SS/C
Body: 5-10, 160-pounds.
Delivery: Swinging leg kick that seems to gain momentum towards the plate. Short stride with arm-heavy delivery.
Arm Action: RH. 3/4 arm slot.
FB: T72, 71-72 mph. T1915, 1795 average rpm.
SL: 58-59 mph. T2047, 1973 average rpm.
CH: 64-66 mph. T1446, 1300 average rpm.

Eli Shipley, Sonoraville (GA), 2030 |
Positional Profile: C/3B
Body: 5-4, 160-pounds.
Delivery: Slower movements, high leg kick with short stride.
Arm Action: RH. Over the top.
FB: T66, 63-66 mph. T1755, 1671 average rpm.
CB: 52-55 mph. T1705, 1669 average rpm.
CH: 54-56 mph. T1106, 1050 average rpm.

Carson Thieme, Athens Academy (GA), 2029 |
Positional Profile: SS/RHP
Body: 5-11, 160-pounds.
Delivery: Knees bent, works from the stretch, glove held away from body.
Arm Action: RH. 3/4 arm slot.
FB: T78, 77-78 mph. T2016, 1844 average rpm.
CB: 66-68 mph. T1949, 1921 average rpm.
CH: 68-71 mph. T1765, 1711 average rpm.

Grayson Albert, Marist (GA), 2029 |
Positional Profile: C/RHP
Body: 6-0, 162-pounds.
Delivery: Quick work from the windup, high leg kick with short stride.
Arm Action: RH. Slightly above 3/4.
FB: T79, 78-79 mph. T2108, 2044 average rpm.
CB: 63-66 mph. T2222, 2125 average rpm.
CH: 68-69 mph. T1621, 1522 average rpm.

Brayden Tanner, Ware County Middle School (GA), 2029 |
Positional Profile: 1B/3B
Body: 6-0, 186-pounds.
Delivery: Patient movements in the windup, short leg kick and stride.
Arm Action: RH. Over the top.
FB: T64, 61-63 mph. T1580, 1563 average rpm.
CB: 53-55 mph. T1634, 1580 average rpm.
KN: 48-51 mph.

Easton Chen, Walton (GA), 2029 |
Positional Profile: C/RHP
Body: 5-10, 170-pounds.
Delivery: Anticipating work out of the stretch, strength in back-half with present lower-body strength.
Arm Action: RH. Over the top to a slight 3/4.
FB: T76, 73-75 mph. T1872, 1674 average rpm.
CB: 65-68 mph. T1864, 1839 average rpm.

Cal Morrison, Gilmer (GA), 2029 |
Positional Profile: C/RHP
Body: 5-7, 195-pounds.
Delivery: Slight rocker step with good balance down the mound.
Arm Action: RH. High, over-the-top slot from a compact action.
FB: T71, 69-71 mph. T1882, 1785 average rpm.
SL: 60-64 mph. T1799, 1731 average rpm.
CH: 60-65 mph. T970, 874 average rpm.

Deuce Green, Pace Academy (GA), 2029 |
Positional Profile: 3B/RHP
Body: 5-9, 170-pounds.
Delivery: Works out of the windup, low leg kick with quick release.
Arm Action: . Over the top.
FB: T76, 73-76 mph. T2055, 1905 average rpm.
CB: 63-64 mph. T2102, 2066 average rpm.
SL: 67-68 mph. T1924, 1871 average rpm.
CH: 65-69 mph. T1725, 1718 average rpm.

Will Novascone, Marist (GA), 2029 |
Positional Profile: RHP/C
Body: 6-0, 170-pounds.
Delivery: Short stride while hiding the ball well.
Arm Action: RH. Higher three-quarters slot with a shorter action.
FB: T74, 70-73 mph. T2001, 1897 average rpm.
CB: 60-62 mph. T1831, 1769 average rpm.
SL: 62-63 mph. T1921, 1832 average rpm.
CH: 63-65 mph. T1563, 1433 average rpm.

Tyler Hickman, Cartersville Middle School (GA), 2029 |
Positional Profile: C/3B
Body: 5-10, 185-pounds.
Delivery: Quick leg kick and release. Strong lower-half with present arm speed.
Arm Action: RH. Quick release with over the top arm slot.
FB: T81, 78-81 mph. T2022, 1896 average rpm.
CB: 65-66 mph. T2172, 2163 average rpm.
SL: 70-73 mph. T1975, 1941 average rpm.
CH: 69-72 mph. T1341, 1272 average rpm.

Kellen Palmer, Loganville (GA), 2029 |
Positional Profile: 1B/RHP
Body: 6-3, 185-pounds.
Delivery: Balanced, repeatable actions. Creates good extension with the long levers.
Arm Action: RH. Over the top slot.
FB: T73, 72-73 mph. T1599, 1549 average rpm.
CB: 60-63 mph. T1673, 1571 average rpm.
CH: 60-61 mph. T1330, 1249 average rpm.


Silas Baker, Sonoraville (GA), 2030 |
Positional Profile: 1B/LHP
Body: 5-8, 140-pounds.
Delivery: Long, deliberate actions with a big slide step and ability to repeat.
Arm Action: LH. High, near over-the-top slot with some arm speed
FB: T70, 68-70 mph. T1870, 1802 average rpm.
CB: 52-53 mph. T1601, 1525 average rpm.
CH: 54-57 mph. T1340, 1298 average rpm.

Tate Broom, Sonoraville (GA), 2029
Positional Profile: C/SS
Body: 5-8, 135 pounds.
Hit: RHH. Even base feet are right outside the hips. Minimal leg lift. Generates good power through the lower with fast hands through the zone.
Power: 82 mph max exit velocity (72.6 avg.); 246-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. C - 69.00 mph. Higher 3/4 slot with the ability to deliver accurate throws.
Defense: 2.38-2.47 pop time range; Athletic actions. Solid footwork with strong blocking.
Athletic Testing: 7.25 runner in the 60-yard dash

Noah Mosier, Undecided (GA), 2029
Positional Profile: C/OF
Body: 5-6, 140 pounds.
Hit: RHH. Tall stance, feet right outside the hips. Hands right, near the ear. Toe tap stride. Strong lower half. Consistent, line drive round.
Power: 84 mph max exit velocity (77.6 avg.); 299-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. C - 65.00 mph. OF - 70.00 mph. Strong accurate throws. Over the top.
Defense: 2.18-2.36 pop time range; Smooth actions. Strong blocking ability
Athletic Testing: 7.82 runner in the 60-yard dash

Grayson Albert, Marist (GA), 2029
Positional Profile: C/RHP
Body: 6-0, 162 pounds.
Hit: RHH. Tall, narrow stance. High hand set. Quick barrel through the zone. Explodes through contact. Backside comes through.
Power: 84 mph max exit velocity (80.5 avg.); 268-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. C - 73.00 mph. Over the top. Accurate throws on a line.
Defense: 2.28-2.40 pop time range; Smooth transfers. Athletic actions with the ability to block well.
Athletic Testing: 7.56 runner in the 60-yard dash

Easton Chen, Walton (GA), 2029
Positional Profile: C/RHP
Body: 5-10, 170 pounds.
Hit: RHH. Tall stance. Feet right outside the hips. Sinks into the legs. Small toe tap stride. Creates good separation with the hands. Loud barrels throughout the round.
Power: 81 mph max exit velocity (69.6 avg.); 268-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. C - 72.00 mph. Strong over the top compact arm action.
Defense: 2.28-2.45 pop time range; Blocks balls well. Solid mechanics.
Athletic Testing: 7.26 runner in the 60-yard dash

Cal Morrison, Gilmer (GA), 2029
Positional Profile: C/RHP
Body: 5-7, 195 pounds.
Hit: RHH. Even, crouched stance. Low hand set. Quick, direct barrel through the zone.
Power: 81 mph max exit velocity (67.4 avg.); 288-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. C - 65.00 mph. Strong, over the top and accurate throws. On a line.
Defense: 2.37-2.52 pop time range; Blocked up balls well in the dirt. Smooth transfers and mechanics.
Athletic Testing: 7.65 runner in the 60-yard dash

Will Novascone, Marist (GA), 2029
Positional Profile: RHP/C
Body: 6-0, 170 pounds.
Hit: RHH. Tall stance. Hands set in the center of the body. Creates separation on the load. Good barrel through the zone. Present strength.
Power: 79 mph max exit velocity (73.9 avg.); 264-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. C - 64.00 mph. Compact arm action. Accurate 1-hop throws.
Defense: 2.45-2.65 pop time range; Smooth transfers. Athletic actions with the ability to block well.
Athletic Testing: 8.59 runner in the 60-yard dash

Carson Clark, Cambridge (GA), 2029
Positional Profile: 3B/C
Body: 6-1, 175 pounds.
Hit: RHH. Even stance. Athletic crouch. Hands set lower. Easy strength through the zone. Heavy line-drive round, especially to the pull side.
Power: 91 mph max exit velocity (78.2 avg.); 246-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. C - 68.00 mph. INF - 70.00 mph. Strong over the top .
Defense: 2.15-2.25 pop time range; Smooth transfers. Athletic actions.
Athletic Testing: 7.39 runner in the 60-yard dash

Tyler Hickman, Cartersville Middle School (GA), 2029
Positional Profile: C/3B
Body: 5-10, 185 pounds.
Hit: RHH. Even stance. Athletic in the leg. Simple load but can generate some serious power. One of the top rounds of the day. Easy line drives to all fields.
Power: 90 mph max exit velocity (84.4 avg.); 326-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. C - 72.00 mph. INF - 80.00 mph. Over the top accurate throws.
Defense: 2.08-2.21 pop time range; Smooth mechanics with clean transfers.
Athletic Testing: 8.06 runner in the 60-yard dash

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