LATEST PG SHOWCASE REPORT
2023 Jr. National Showcase
Ari Bethea is a 2025 RHP/3B with a 6-1 197 lb. frame from Collierville, TN who attends Collierville HS. Recorded a 7.17 second 60-yard dash time. Athletic frame with fluid movements and solid projection. Primary right-handed pitcher who pitches exclusively from the stretch. Leg lift up to the belt with a short, online arm swing. Low effort release and a high three-quarters arm slot. Shorter extension and pitches downhill. Can create cutting life on the fastball occasionally when working glove side. Breaker showed bigger shape and 11/5 depth. Changeup is firm in the upper-70s and is mostly straight in terms of life. Arm strength plays from secondary position of the outfield up to 93 mph. Right-handed hitter with a high hand set, high back elbow, and a small leg lift trigger. Big stride forward with a level path. Upper half dominant stroke and flashed some pull side impact.