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Softball  | Softball Showcase | 3/30/2022

PG Elite 40 Showcase Scout Notes

Brianna Brooks
Rachel Klipper
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Hannah Focht (2025, Council Hill, Okla.) with the Oklahoma Intimidators has a strong presence that made quite the impression at and behind the plate. Her upright form behind the plate makes her a quick pop for any throw down with many opponents thrown out on a steal. Her accurate arm is a nice touch in gaining another out for her team. She fights for every strike for her pitchers and takes the same mentality up to bat. She shows great potential as a player with her efforts to throw her all into each at-bat and behind the plate, pulling to gain strikes for her pitchers.

Right-handed pitcher Hailey Prince (2025, Checotah, Okla.) with Oklahoma Intimidators was touching an impressive 60 mph with control to follow. Accuracy and a touch of movement gave her the advantage of 20 strikeouts for the weekend. In the pitching rink she stands out with next-level potential as she grows.



Abigail Jamros (2026, Joplin, Mo.) with Building Champions- Aces exhibits what true hustle can do to make an impact. She often was hustling every minute of the game, whether it be on or off the field. She was throwing an average of 54 mph with precision in her pitches. At the plate she had a consistent bat with line drives often sliced through the 5-6 hole. She throws her hands at the ball with each swing to ensure hard contact.

5-foot-1 second baseman Erin Bridendolph (2028, Bartlesville, Okla.) with Intimidators- Pelligrino jumps on anything that comes her way with great range to trap even the trickiest of hits. Her mechanics in the field are exact and consistent as she takes on hard hits to her.

Brooke Paalhar (2026, Liberty, Mo.) with Louisville Lady Slugger 07- Black batted over .500 with zero strikeouts for the weekend and had a keen eye at the plate, and when the right pitch presented itself she would drove her hips through with quick hands. Her constant bat played a role in her team winning the tournament.

The long-legged 5-foot-8 right-handed pitcher Allyson Orth (2026, Wichita, Kan.) with 316 Elite was touching 58 mph at the mound while steadily hitting her spots. She put some movement into play with her pitches to add a level up of difficulty for her opponents. Her bat was just as steady as she pushed for hard hits each time at the plate.

Erica Spiker (2026, St. Joseph, Mo.) with MC Creepers presented potential behind the plate as a right-handed catcher. Her ability to frame pitches as needed into a strike was grand for turning things around for her team. She stays on the ball, making herself a strong wall for any obstacles that come her way.

Leadoff batter Tangant Tuggle (2026, Blue Springs, Mo.) explodes with speed to get on base when getting things started. She reads well when rounding and uses this to her advantage to push for extra bases. She takes this behind the plate as she can jump on pitches for great reads and make the right move to ensure added strikes. Her overall potential shines.

Kayla Benthall (2026, Platte City, Mo.) with Diamond Club Premier Kramer stood out as a lefty slapper this weekend with exceptionally quick feet, pushing for all extra bases she could gain. She had great shots through the 5-6 hole with hard middle-of-the-ball hits. Her footwork in slapping position made a mark and plays a huge part with her consistency to make solid contact with the ball.

Right-handed pitcher Kinley Ruder (2027, Shawnee, Kan.) with Diamond Club Premier Kramer made an impact with the spin she could whip out on her pitches. She throws an average 63 mph pitches with an exceptional command in her pitches. As a pitcher she stands out with her combination of speed, movement, and accuracy all coming together before your eyes. Significant potential for the pitcher in the future.

Left-handed pitcher Emma Heinemann (2026, Olathe, Kan.) with KC Bandits 07/08 averaged 52 mph but her pitches tail off at the end just at the right moment, making it tough for batters to catch a hit. With her change in the mix at 34 mph, it throws most for a loop for even a thought to take a swing. Her textbook swing makes it so she is a consistent bat, throwing her whole body into her swing.

Utility player Lauren Krieger (2024, Middletown, Iowa) for Eastern Iowa Barracudas Vantiger brought her quick feet into service. She often pushed the limits against opponents for extra bases and succeeded with her swiftness. On the field at shortstop, she had an immense amount of range that she was able to snag hard-to-reach flyballs.

-Rachel Klipper

Kadence Shepherd (2024, Blue Springs, Mo.) helped lead her team, Top Gun Nationals BW, go undefeated this weekend, outscoring their opponents in pool play 36-1. This 5-foot-8 middle infielder presents an open stance in the box, with a load that produces elite power. Shepherd has incredible zone awareness, as she walked five times. She went 6-for-8 at the plate. Shepherd is a top prospect. Her weekend totals included a home run, eight runs and 10 RBI.
 
Carrie Green (2024, Loganville. Ga.) is a left-handed slapper who places the ball anywhere. She is a threat offensively. She shows plus ability to drive the ball with authority to both gaps. Her speed really plays up and enhances her offensive skill set. She went 10-for-12 at the plate, finishing the weekend with a .833 batting average. Green collected some pretty stats including eight singles, one home run, five RBI, and five stolen bases. Huge future for this 2024 prospect.
 
Right alongside her teammates Shepard and Green was McNeese State University commit Erynn Boatright (2023, Independence, Mo.), a 5-foot-5 outfielder for Top Gun Nationals BW. Boatright shows advanced feel for the barrel and absolutely owned the plate, spraying the field with bullets. Boatright was named 16U MVP for the weekend. Her incredible performance at the plate included six safeties in nine official ABs. This elite hitter's stat line included one single, two doubles, two triples, a home run, and five walks. Boatright was responsible for 14 of her team's runs.
 
Top Gun National - MC placed second against their sister team, outscoring their opponents 20-7 in pool play. Leading the way offensively was Siena Snyder (2025, Saint Louis, Mo.). She absolutely annihilates the ball, using all 5-foot-10 of her body to produce advanced power through contact. Snyder has a picture-perfect bat path that puts her hands in a position to make clean contact as she drives all the way through the ball with noticeable force. She also has a solid lower half that gets her hips through, producing plus power. She collected 10 base hits, including five singles, four doubles, and a no-doubt home run over the left field fence. Snyder crossed the plate seven times for Top Gun National - MC.
 
Sydnee Wagner (2026, Grain Valley, Mo.) not only played up in competition for Top Gun National - MC, but she stood out. An eighth grader at Grain Valley Middle School, Wagner shows big velo, easily pumping out 58-61 mph heat. She has a complete arsenal of pitches at her disposal, each with exceptional movement that kept batters chasing. This young hurler struck out 26 batters in 13 innings, posting a .62 WHIP. The future is big and bright for this young pitcher.
 
Kelsie Donaldson (2026, Grain Valley, Mo.) also played up in the 16U division, drawing attention, turning heads, and making a name for herself. This 5-foot-7 LHP works in the 56-58 velocity range. Donaldson has a four-plus pitch repertoire, each producing great spin. She posted 17 strikeouts in 9 innings, 13 of those being in a single game. Maybe even more impressive is her offensive ability. Donaldson is a left-handed power hitter who hits line drives to each area of the field. She ended the weekend with 11 base hits and a .688 average. Keep an eye out of this top prospect over the next few years.
 
In 10 innings, Aubrey Lensmeyer (2025, Ankeny, Iowa) struck out 23 opponents in the circle, only walking one batter, earning herself a .80 WHIP. This 5-foot-5 uncommitted Iowa Outlaw is a two-way player with sound skill and ability at the plate as well. She was successful seven of 11 at-bats. She has tremendous pull-side power, putting the ball in play and earning three singles and four doubles. She earned and assisted in nine runs for Iowa Outlaws Select 06 Andrew.

Brooke Janning (2025, Blair, Neb.) went 10-for-13 at the plate, knocking in five runs, and scoring 4 times for NE Quakes Prime - Jonas 15U.
 
Lauren Heser (2024, Omaha, Neb.) went 6-for-7 offensively, including five singles, one triple, and four walks. She assisted in 11 runs for NE Quakes Prime - Jonas 15U.
 
Taylor Baumhoer (2024, Bonnots Mill, Mo.) pitched Select Fastpitch 18U SC to victory against Ozark Union 05 in the championship game, helping her club take home the title. This uncommitted sophomore dominates from the mound with 57-61 mph speeds, capitalizing on an almost untouchable curveball that slices through the zone. Baumhoer struck out 21 batters in 13 innings, earning a 1.15 WHIP. She helped lead the team to an undefeated weekend, outscoring their opponents 28-2 in pool play.
 
Coming in second place for a successful weekend was Ozark Union 05, led offensively by Audrey Carlton (2025, Nina, Mo.). The freshman slugger displays elite plate coverage with a plus swing operation and phenomenal feel for the barrel. She has a quick and simple load, clearing her lower half and making solid connection in each at-bat. Her level bat path assisted her in going 7-for-11, knocking in seven RBI, crossing the pay station three times. Carlton uses the entire field and her numbers included four singles, a double, and two home runs. She undoubtedly has a bright future at the collegiate level.
 
Kiana McDowell (2023, Liberty, Mo.) is another exceptional right-handed hurler with a four-plus pitch variation. She works confidently to all areas of the zone, including a rise that shoots to the ceiling and a drop that produces easy outs. In 15 innings, she struck 16 batters that helped produce a 1.6 WHIP for the weekend.
 
Our last standout pitcher in the 18U division being highlighted this weekend was Sophia DeFino (2024, Des Moines, Iowa), a LHP for GP Select Iowa. This 5-foot-4 sophomore possesses a competitive range of spins that assisted her in chalking up 19 strikeouts in 11 innings. Each of her pitches plays well off each other, leaving batters chasing. She has a screw and curve that break quickly and complement her jumping rise. Finally, DeFino has a deceptive changeup, keeping her arm action consistent and playing off of her power pitches well.

-Brianna Brooks
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Softball | Softball Tournament | 9/21/2023

PG Des Moines Scouting Showcase
Dave Durbala
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URBANDALE, IA – Perfect Game Softball Des Moines Scouting Showcase, September 16 – 17, 2023, saw thirty-four teams, across 3 divisions, compete for the tournament championship, but also at stake were automatic qualifying bids to the Perfect Game Softball Super Regionals, to be held in 2024. Some of the weekends top performances are recapped below. 18u Division Congratulations to tournament champions, Central Iowa Riptide 18u Elite, finalist Alliance Select 18u-Benge, and to semi-finalist Iowa Slammers-18u Van Houton and Iowa Gold Prospects 18u-Baker on earning automatic bids into the Perfect Game Softball Super Regionals. Finley Netten (2025 Van Meter, IA) earned the MVP Award in leading Central Iowa Riptide 18u Elite to the championship. Offensively, the RHH Netten utilizes a parallel stance, with a slight crouch and her hands held up high. She moves into the back leg and...
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Tournaments | Story | 9/27/2023

Midwest Invitational Scout Notes

Tyler Kotila
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Creighton Tuzzio (2024, Clarinda, Iowa) took the ball in the semi-final game and was able to get on the bump and carve for his team. Tuzzio is a taller 6-foot-6, 210-pound frame with plenty to like in the operation. The right-handed pitcher has a slower and more controlled operation as he works through the delivery. He lifts the leg up around the belt and then works through a three-quarters release with good whip through it. The fastball worked up to 86 mph on the fastball and held in the low- to mid-80s. He creates some angle on it with the taller & projectable frame. It runs arm-side and can be a problem for right-handed hitters. He also showed a low-70s curveball with a bigger 11/5 tilt to it and good depth to miss some bats. The Iowa Western commit threw 5.0 innings, allowing just 1 run, with 4 walks and 6 strikeouts to his credit.   There’s no surprise here, but...
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Tournaments | Story | 9/26/2023

WWBA World Championship Pool Preview

Perfect Game Staff
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Pool A Team Top Pos. Player RK Class Top Pitcher RK Class Location Boston Red Sox Scout Connor Lane 500 2024 Tague Davis 59 2024 Boston, MA Cangelosi Sparks Tyler Bell  122 2024 Brady Chambers 500 2024 Lockport, IL Dirtbags National 2024 Dalton Wentz 74 2024 Riley Leatherman 251 2024 Sedalia, NC Florida Burn Colton Schwarz 214 2025 Presley Woodson 500 2025 Sarasota, FL Projected Pool Winner: Dirtbags National 2024 With one of the deepest and most physical lineups in the nation, the Dirtbags National 2024 club have been putting up runs in bunches. No hitter is hotter than Austin Irby, as the ECU commit is While sluggers Dalton Wentz, Will Craddock and Palmer Hornick won’t be in attendance, Lee Sowers, Will Brooks, Jon Young Jr. and spark plug Carter Richardson lead an offense that averages over 7 runs per game. They can cover ground on...
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Tournaments | Story | 9/26/2023

Coastal Soph. Fall Invite Scout Notes

Todd Coffey
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Michael Flores (2026, NC) looking great through 4 innings pitched with 11 k’s. Great command and completely missing barrels. #2023WWBACoastalSophmoreFallInvatational pic.twitter.com/Oqd3WD0E05 — PG Coastal Scouting (@PG_Coastal) September 24, 2023 Michael Flores (2026, Mooresville, NC) put on an electric performance to watch for the SBA Futures 2026 in their matchup versus the Carolina Reds. The 5-foot-10, 175-pound, RHP did his job for his team today to keep them in the game. Flores throws with a high leg lift and creates some good motions towards the plate with his whippy action. Flores has a great feel for the zone and pounded strikes at a 66% rate. Flores generated swing and miss after swing and miss and it was clear he was in control out there on the mound. He sat in the 70-mph range to 79-mph range with his fastball with the ability to pinpoint it wherever he pleased....
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Tournaments | Story | 9/26/2023

Fall Frenzy Scout Notes

Jason Phillips
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James Sherry (’26, Aiken, S.C.)- the 6-foot-1, 155-pound right-handed pitcher tossed a complete game for Xtreme Xposure Baseball-Bennett in an 8-1 win over 2 Way Athletics 16U. A primary outfielder, Sherry finished with 15 strikeouts and just one walk while controlling the zone at a 65% strike rate. Appearing in only his second PG tournament, Sherry turned in another great pitching performance after being selected to the All-Tournament Team at the 2023 16U PG Southeast Labor Day Classic. Aidan Petrocco (‘24 GA)- singles here into LF to load the bases for @643DPAthletics Primary MIF 2-for-4 w/ run scored on the day. #FallFrenzy @PG_Uncommitted pic.twitter.com/Ly7zEuRwyg — Perfect Game Georgia (@PG_Georgia) September 24, 2023 Aidan Petrocco (’24, Johns Creek, Ga.)- the 5-foot-9, 160-pound right-handed hitter for 643 DP Cougars 18U led the 18U Southeast Fall Frenzy...
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Tournaments | Story | 9/27/2023

Sophomore WWBA Scout Notes: Day 3-5

Kyler Peterson
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A high speed look at this 2B from Keon Johnson... #WWBAWorlds @PG_Georgia https://t.co/Ejl8GirIgk pic.twitter.com/ate7ro35cp — Perfect Game Scout (@PG_Scouting) September 24, 2023 Keon Johnson (2026, Macon, Ga.) started off the morning loud, going down to get a pitch down and smoking a double that split the opposite field gap at a 92 mph exit velocity. The shortstop has one of the best hit tools in the class and has tremendous feel for the barrel. The swing is quiet and simple, staying loose through the zone. The ball jumps and the parts really work. At short, Johnson looked silky with good actions, range, and plenty of arm strength across. The game comes easy for the Georgia native, and still just 15, the all-around game is very well-refined for the age.  Jaxson Wood (2026, Hoover, Ala.) finished batting .500 over the tournament, including three extra-base hits. The primary...
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Tournaments | Story | 9/25/2023

Deep South Fall Invitational Scout Notes

Alex Dorso
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Patrick Kovacs (2026 Knoxville TN) was dominant in his outing in game two of pool play for Exposure National. The southpaw tossed three scoreless innings allowing two hits while striking out eight. He showed plus command of the fastball dotting it to both sides of the plate while working off the corners at times. Patrick sat 75-78 topping at 79 multiple times throughout. He mixed in a tight breaking ball with two plane movement that he had no problem mixing in any count keeping the opposing hitters off balanced in the box. Coming from a mid 3/4s slot there was some deception within the operation making it tough to pick the fastball up out of the hand. The frame has plenty of athleticism within with plenty of more room for additional strength as he continues to mature. Kovacs should be a fun follow as he continues to progress through high school. Ryan Riojas (‘26 TN) drives this...
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Tournaments | Story | 9/24/2023

Sophomore WWBA Scout Notes: Day 3

Troy Sutherland
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Sophomore WWBA Scout Notes: Days 1-2 Extended look at Gunnar Garrison... 7 IP, 1 H, OER, 13 K, 1 BB (70% K) #WWBAWorlds @PG_FourCorners https://t.co/V89oASpD8r pic.twitter.com/tsP1mWCoNz — Perfect Game Scout (@PG_Scouting) September 21, 2023 Colorado right-hander Gunnar Garrison (2026, Eaton, Colo.) was magnificent in his start for Slammers Anderson 2026’s. The big and physical 6-foot-4, 210-pound arm threw a complete game, seven inning, one-hit shutout, striking out 13 and walking one. The fastball had downhill life to it, sitting in the 85-88 range for the entirety of the game. Garrison held the velocity and reached back for his fastest bullet of the game, at 89, in the seventh inning. Finishing the outing with 70% strikes, he filled up the zone and went right at hitters. He also induced swing-and-miss on a curveball, featuring late...
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Tournaments | Story | 9/22/2023

Northeast Qualifier Scout Notes

John McAdams
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Jack Harley (2024, Mendham, NJ) put together a dominant performance at the plate in the WWBA NEQ, leading his team to a coveted Jupiter bid while also earning MVP-honors. The 6-foot-1 left-handed hitter showcased his advanced bat-to-ball skills on several occasions. He batted .643 with two doubles, a home run and six stolen bases. Harley utilizes a repeatable, synced-up stroke with clean separation into launch. He has a great feel for the barrel and creates good strength at impact to all parts of the diamond. The future Hokie recorded a hit in all six of his games and proved to be a reliable bat at the top-of-the-order for Clubhouse 2024 EvoShield. Harley’s build offers a good balance of strength and athleticism, making him a well-rounded prospect with intriguing upside moving forward.  .#VandyBoys commit Aiden O’Connell (‘24, NH) is back on the bump in the #NEQ...
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Tournaments | Story | 9/23/2023

Sophomore WWBA Scout Notes: Days 1-2

Vincent Cervino
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Nathan Caldwell (2026, Columbia, S.C.) looked the part in the batter’s box as the Team Elite three-hole hitter had one of the hardest hit balls of the day. There’s really impressive bat speed and the ability to create violence and rotational acceleration through contact. He missiled a single during the game and there looks like there’s going to be pretty significant impact potential long term. He’s a strong kid with good indicators and offensive tools to like. Drew Borkowski (2026, Huntley, Ill.) showed plenty to like in the arm as he got the start in game one on the day for GRB. At 6-foot-1, 170-pounds he’s got a lanky frame with long limbs and plenty of room for physical projection. It’s a quick arm with solid arm speed throughout and he opened up sitting 85-87 mph with the fastball. The fastball showed good sinking life and he used it to get a lot...
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College | Story | 9/22/2023

Cape Cod Top 2025 Prospect List

Vincent Cervino
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Earlier this week we debuted our Cape Cod Top 100 Prospect List and mixed amongst the 100 names were some 2025 graduates who will be eligible for the upcoming 2024 MLB Draft. Below, each of the 50 names are eligible in 2025 and those listed with an "^" are continuing their careers at a new school this fall.  Name Pos. Team School Hometown State Adonys Guzman^ C Bourne Arizona Valley Cottage NY Aidan Jimenez RHP Chatham Oregon State Elk Grove CA Anthony Martinez 1B YD UC Irvine Fairfield CA Ben Jacobs LHP Bourne UCLA Huntington Beach CA Bradley Hodges LHP Hyannis Virginia Fleming Island FL Brady Neal C YD LSU Tallahassee FL Brody Donay^ C/1B Hyannis Florida Lakeland FL Caden Bodine C Bourne Coastal Carolina Haddon Heights NJ Cam Leiter^ RHP Orleans Florida State Island Heights FL Cannon Peebles^ C Cotuit Tennessee Mechanicsville VA Drew Faurot^ SS Orleans Florida State Tallahassee FL...
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