LATEST PG SHOWCASE REPORT
2022 13U/14U Sunshine Southwest Showcase
Trenton Rickel is a 2027 SS/RHP, C, 3B with a 5-9 155 lb. frame from Bakersfield, CA who attends Liberty. Features a lean build with strength present. Ran a 7.24 60-yard dash. Worked out on the infield and in the outfield. Displayed solid range on the dirt. Still developing fluid footwork through the catchpoint. Threw 70 mph across the diamond. Used athleticism behind the plate. Gains ground well out of crouch. Right-handed hitter. Utilizes an open stance with a narrow base. Flashed some bat speed using a linear path. Approach stays through the middle of the field. Creates some loft within the swing. Uses strength to drive balls into the gap when barreled. Right-handed hitter. Displays an athletic delivery using drop and drive mechanics down the mound. Uses the lower half well. Throws from a 3/4 slot using a long, clean arm action. The fastball sat 73-75 mph with armside run. Has the ability to pound the zone with the offering. Can get whiffs at the top of the zone. Paired it with a curveball at 57-61 mph with 12-6 action. Creates some bite on the offering when thrown with conviction. Also showed a changeup at 68-71 mph with fading action. Maintains armspeed and creates good movement on the offering. Intriguing arm overall with athleticism. Named to the 13u/14 Sunshine Southwest Showcase Top Prospect List.