South Texas Preseason All-State: Pitcher Analysis
April 6, 2026
On Saturday, January 10th, the PB Texas staff traveled to the University of Houston in Houston, TX, to host the South Texas Preseason All-State, an invite-only event for all high school classes.
More than 75 players made their way to Houston and participated in a pro-style workout, gathering unrivaled access to data through our state-of-the-art tech partners, as well as in-depth scouting analysis from our Prep Baseball Texas staff.
We've already posted a Statistical Analysis from the event, highlighting more of the traditional statistical categories, as well as a Quick Hits, highlighting some of the events top performers, while also posting Data Dives for both Pitchers and Position Players.
Today, we conclude our post-event rollout by taking a look at the scouting reports on every pitcher in attendance as well as rank the top 10 from the event.
TOP PITCHING PROSPECTS
1. Ben Fuqua, Memorial (TX), 2027
Positional Profile: LHP LHP... Big body/frame that will continue to add strength in future. Projects well physically. Loose and easy arm with hand speed present. Will continue to firm velo. Breaking ball will sharpen with small adjustments. Continues to improve spin and depth. CH has real movement will opportunity to become a plus pitch. Watch progress.
Body: 6-2, 225-pounds. Big body/frame to continue to add strength in future. Width to back and shoulders. Projects well physically.
Delivery: In place rock step with high knee lift. Some coil at top of balance point. Works well down the slope. Stride foot lands on target. Front shoulder and front hip can stay on line towards target longer. Will allow for better command of stuff.
Arm Action: RH. Athletic arm with a clean path. H3/4 slot with hand speed present.
FB: T89, 87-89 mph. Solid movement and spin to ball. Some ride at the top of zone. T2219, 2153 average rpm.
CB: 74-75 mph. Decent spin. Will improve with delivery adjustments. T2138, 2046 average rpm.
CH: 79-80 mph. Solid pitch with good ASR. Solid speed differential. T1886, 1668 average rpm.
