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Cobb goes 3-for-3 in Blue Wave win
10/4/2014
Fueled by a four-run 3rd inning, Excel Blue Wave beat Foundation Sports As 18u Lorow 8-0 Saturday night. Dalton Cobb (2015, Alexandria, AL) led the Blue Wave offensive attack, going 3-for-3 with a stolen base and a run scored. Cobb showed a short, compact swing and good bat speed with an aggressive approach. He also displayed power potential. In the field, he flashed solid defensive tools and a quick release. Teammate Manning Early (2017, Gardendale, AL) tripled and drove in a pair of runs.
RHP Jacob Hulcher (2015, Montgomery, AL) struck out five in 2.0 innings for Excel, throwing 20 of 30 pitches for strikes (67 percent). Hulcher worked in the 80-83 mph range and flashed a low-70s curve with 12/6 break and good depth. Teammate RHP Peyton Whitten (2015, Anniston, AL) fanned five in 3.0 no-hit innings of relief. Whitten hide the ball well, firing strikes at 81-85 mph, peaking at 87.
Nelson downs Team Elite, 5-1
10/4/2014
Nelson Baseball School 18U received 6.0 shutout innings from RHP AJ Hayes (2015, Canton, GA) in their 5-1 win over Team Elite 16s Louisville Slugger Saturday night. Hayes struck out four and allowed just three hits. He displayed a solid arm action, working in the 76-80 mph range. He also flashed an upper-60s curve.
Reed Massey (2015, Marietta, GA) went 1-for-3 with two RBI for Nelson. Bryan Petty (2017, Homer, GA) added two hits and an RBI for Team Elite.
RHP Spencer Chapman (2017, Lilburn, GA) struck out four in 4.0 innings for Team Elite, throwing 42 of 67 pitches for strikes (63 percent). Chapman displayed good mound presence and projectable stuff, working in the 76-79 mph range. He used a mid-60s curve as his out-pitch.
Stout K's 12 as Cangelosi & Upstate end in 0-0 tie
10/4/2014
Cangelosi Black 2015 and the Upstate Mavericks were held to three hits each as they played to a 0-0 tie in 7 innings Saturday night.
Eric Horbach (2015, Alsip, IL) recorded two of the game's six hits for Cangelosi. Teammate Mark Khoury (2015, Naperville, IL) went 1-for-3 with a double.
RHP Andrew Stout (2015, Plainfield, IL) struck out 12 in 7.0 scoreless innings for Cangelosi. Stout changed speeds well, working in the 75-81 mph range. He also showed a low-70s curve.
RHP Ryne Inman (2015, Lawrenceville, GA) fanned six in 4.0 one-hit innings for the Mavericks, throwing 40 of 51 pitches for strikes. Inman displayed good mound presence, working in the 83-86 mph range, peaking at 88. He also flashed a low-70s curve. Teammate and East Carolina commit 1B/RHP Evans Bozeman (2015, Pensacola, FL) pitched an inning of relief, striking out one. The 6-foot-3, 210-pounder fired strikes at 85-87 mph. At the plate, he showed good bat speed in going 1-for-3.
Freeman homers in Showtime win
10/4/2014
Keyed by a four-run 4th inning, Showtime Sports Academy 18u beat Nelson Baseball School 17u Saturday night. Darrell Freeman (2015, Brentwood, TN) led the Showtime offense, going 1-for-3 with a homer. Teammate Jacob Gunter (2015, Franklin, TN) added two RBI.
Jake Johnston (2016, Acworth, GA) recorded Nelson's only multi-hit effort, going 2-for-2 with a walk.
RHP Parker Gupton (2015, Goodlettsville, TN) struck out seven batters in 7.0 innings for Showtime, throwing 48 of 75 pitches for strikes (64 percent). Gupton worked in the 75-81 mph range while flashing an upper-60s curve.
Team Elite fires 3-hitter in 2-0 win
10/4/2014
Team Elite 17s Louisville Slugger got RBI hits from Alex Hendrix (2016, Lilburn, GA) and Kent Baldy (2016, Buford, GA) in their 2-0 win over the Upstate Mavericks Scout Team Saturday night.
RHP Patrick Martin (2016, Kennesaw, GA) started and pitched 3.0 innings for Team Elite, striking out five and allowing just one hit. He threw 29 of 46 pitches for strikes (63 percent). Martin displayed a short, quick arm, firing strikes at 82-84 mph.
Lenny Websters CATCH42 record 10 hits in win
10/4/2014
Lenny Websters CATCH42 Baseball scored in five of six innings to beat Fierce Baseball 9-1 Saturday night. Lenny Websters got multi-hit efforts from: Joshua Terry (2016, Austell, GA), Jordan Perkins (2016, Snellville, GA) and Tyler Grant (2016, Lawrenceville, GA). Perkins also stole two bases and tallied a game-high three RBI. Grant added two RBI of his own.
RHP Dillon Withers (2015, Snellville, GA) struck out seven in 6.0 innings for Lenny Websters. He threw fastballs in the 71-75 mph range, peaking at 76. Withers also flashed a mid-60s curve.
Allen's HR is difference in HP's 2-1 win
10/4/2014
Chase Allen (2015, Sharpsburg, GA) provided all the offense HP Chili Dogs Maldonado needed, going 2-for-2 with a homer, a walk and two RBI in his team's 2-1 win over East Cobb Braves 17u Saturday night. CJ Ballard (2015, Willamson, GA) went 3-for-3 with a run scored from the leadoff spot, displaying gap power at the plate. On the base paths, he showed a quick first step and good instincts.
Georgia commit LHP Adam Goodman (2015, Fayetteville, GA) struck out seven in 7.0 innings for HP, allowing one unearned run. The 6-foot-6, 200-pound southpaw pitched downhill with an easy arm action, working in the 78-82 mph range and peaking at 84. Goodman also showed a good curve in the upper-60s.
LHP Brian Peet (2016, Woodstock, GA) struck out five in 6.0 innings for the Braves. The lefty showed a quick arm, throwing strikes at 75-80 mph with armside run from a 3/4 arm angle. Peet also flashed a mid-60s curve and a low-70s changeup.
4-run 1st keys Team Elite's 6-2 win
10/4/2014
Keyed by a four-run 1st inning, Team Elite 17s Prime downed Nelson Baseball School 17u 6-2 Saturday night. Bryan Kregel (2016, Lilburn, GA) led all players with three hits. He also doubled and drove in a pair. Teammate Garrett Hodges (2016, Guyton, GA) also doubled and tallied a game-high three RBI.
Glover started and pitched 3.0 innings for Team Elite, striking out five. His fastball sat in the 83-86 mph range, peaking at 87. Teammate RHP Griffin Jolliff (2016, Buford, GA) fanned two in an inning of relief. Jolliff was in the 83-85 mph range and flashed a low-70s curve.
For Nelson, Jake Johnston (2016, Acworth, GA) and Andrew Mitchell (2016, Acworth, GA) recorded two-hit games.
Team Elite completes comeback with 4-run 7th
10/4/2014
Team Elite 16s Black scored four runs in the top of the 7th to complete the 7-6 comeback over Fierce Baseball Saturday night. Elite's four runs came on a bases-loaded walk by Cole McCue (2017, Buford, GA), and two Fierce Baseball fielding errors.
Leadoff hitter Morgan Doss (2017, Snellville, GA) walked twice, scored twice and recorded an RBI. He displayed a line drive swing plane.
For Fierce Baseball, Tucker Wright (2015, Dallas, GA) and Kameron Patel (2015, Kennesaw, GA) recorded multi-hit efforts. Wright also pitched 1.2 innings, flashing a sinking fastball up to 75 mph. Patel doubled and drove in two at the plate. On the mound, he recorded two outs in relief, working up to 76 mph. Hayden Edwards (2015, Dallas, GA) doubled and drove in three, boasting a strong, projectable frame.
TGBA's offense explodes in 14-6 win
10/4/2014
TGBA Blue Borcherding tallied eight hits and 11 walks in their 14-6 win over Lenny Websters CATCH42 Baseball Saturday night. Northwestern commit Jack Dunn (2015, Alpharetta, GA) led the TGAB offensive attack, as he capped the team's six-run 5th inning with a grand slam to left field. He also walked twice and scored a pair.
Other key offensive contributors included:
- Griffin Kern (2015, Alpharetta, GA), who went 1-for-3 with a walk, a run and an RBI
- Parker Scruggs (2016, Suwanee, GA), who went 1-for-2 with two walks, two runs and an RBI
- Cory Campbell (2016, Cumming, GA), who went 1-for-2 with a walk, a stolen base, two runs and two RBI
- Brady Ballstadt (2015, Suwanee, GA), who went 1-for-3 with three runs and an RBI
- Matthew Heard (2015, Cumming, GA), who went 1-for-2 with a walk, an RBI and two runs
- Davis Murray (2015, Cumming, GA), who went 1-for-2 with a walk and three RBI
RHP Cole Varner (2016, Cumming, GA) started and struck out seven batters in 4.0 innings for TGBA. He displayed a long arm action, firing strikes at 80-82 mph from a high 3/4 arm angle. He also worked in an upper-60s curve. RHP Jonathan Mouw (2015, Canton, GA) tossed an inning of relief. The 6-foot-1, 210-pounder threw 80-85 mph. He also flashed an upper-60s curve.
Mason Calloway (2016, Covington, GA) led all CATCH42 players with his 2-for-3 effort. He also scored and drove in a run. Jason Howell (2015, Conyers, GA) led the team with two RBI, going 1-for-3 with a double.
Johns' late HR lifts Astros to 4-2 win
10/4/2014
The East Cobb Astros scored twice in the bottom of the 6th to complete the 4-2 comeback win over Upper Cumberland Baseball Saturday night. Auburn commit Thomas Johns' (2016, Pinson, AL) home run did the trick.
SS/RHP Matthew Cole (2016, Marietta, GA) started and pitched 3.0 innings for East Cobb. The 6-foot, 164-pounder was around the plate with all his pitches, hiding the ball well as he fired strikes at 83-85 mph, peaking at 87. Teammate LHP Elliott Anderson (2016, Cartersville, GA) struck out nine in 4.0 no-hit innings of relief. Anderson used his lower half well, dominating with a fastball that sat at 84-86 mph with armside run.
RHP Winston Cannon (2016, Cookeville, TN) struck out six in 6.0 innings for Upper Cumberland. The 6-foot-3, 185-pounder worked in the 80-83 mph range, while relying heavily on a low-70s bender.
As hold off GBSA's late-inning rally to win 10-9
10/4/2014
Led by a three-hit effort from Zach Swindell (2016, Sharpsburg, GA), Foundation Sports As 18u held off the late-inning rallies from GBSA Rays in a 10-9 thriller Saturday night. Swindell's three-hits led all players. He also waked, stole a base, drove in a run and scored another. Teammates Evan Skipper (2015, Spalding, GA), Eriq White (2015, Snellville, GA) and Isaiah Lewis (2015, Peachtree City, GA) all recorded two RBI for the As.
Jaquez Williams (2016, Newnan, GA) homered for GBSA. Kameron Armstrong (2015, Lithonia, GA) tallied the team's only multi-hit effort, going 2-for-3 with a walk, an RBI, two runs and two of GBSA's 10 stolen bases. Tekwaan Whyte (2015, Stone Mountain, GA) went 1-for-1 with three walks, two RBI, a run and a stolen base.
Astros win it all!
10/5/2014
East Cobb Baseball Astros held Nelson Baseball School 18U to just three hits in their 5-0 win. Cameron Allison (2016, Pope, GA) started and lasted two innings. He struck our four while allowing a hit. He threw his fastball between 82-85 mph. Zac Kristofak (2016, Walton, GA) fanned four and walked one in the next three innings. His heater was between 86-88 mph. Brandon Hill (2015, Parkview, GA) threw the seventh and k'ed two. Jalen Miller (2015, Riverwood, GA) led the offense with a single that plated two runs. Hill doubled in a run while Reggie Pruitt (2015, Kennesaw Mt, GA) had a triple.
Bradley Hood (2015, Cass, GA) threw the first two innings for Nelson. He struck out two but gave up six hits. His fastball was in the low 80's and touched 85 mph. Brooks Luther (2015, North Paulding, GA) came in next. In 1 2/3 innings, he fanned two but walked three.
Elite Baseball Club walks 12 times in 10-3 win
10/4/2014
Led by the bat of David McAnelly (2016, Lexington, KY), Elite Baseball Club beat the DawgPound 10-3 Saturday afternoon at Kennesaw Mountain HS. McAnelly went 2-for-3 with a triple and three RBI. He displayed a sound, quiet hitting approach, driving the ball with regular contact. Playing shortstop, McAnelly showed a quick first step and an accurate arm.
Eddie Satisky (2017, Lexington, KY) also had a triple and three RBI for Elite Baseball Club. Teammate Alex Daniel (2015, Lexington, KY) reached via walk four times, scoring on three occasions.
RHP Matt Wilburn (2015, Lancaster, KY) struck out four in 2.0 spotless innings of relief. Wilburn flashed dominant stuff, working in the 81-85 mph range from an overtop arm angle. He also mixed in a low-70s curve with good depth and 12/6 break.
TGBA holds off CStixx rally to win 8-7
10/4/2014
Keyed by a six-run 2nd inning, TGBA Red Byams held off CStixx's rally to prevail 8-7 Saturday afternoon at Pinecrest Academy.
Parker Biederer (2016, Cumming, GA), Daniel Mickelson (2016, Alpharetta, GA) and Jamal Devine (2015, Decatur, GA) recorded two-hit games for TGBA. Biederer tripled and scored twice, and Mickelson added two runs of his own. Devine doubled tallied a game-high two RBI. On the mound, the right-handed Devine pitched 2.2 innings of relief, working in the 70-75 mph range.
Hunter Hartshorne (2016, Hamilton, GA) collected two hits and an RBI for CStixx. Teammates Sam Stohr (2017, Columbus, GA) and Troy Johnson (2017, Hamilton, GA) each went 1-for-2 with a walk and an RBI. Stohr scored twice, Johnson once.
10/5/2014
Ryley Gillman (2015, Kennesaw Mountain, GA) pitches a solid game for Nelson Baseball School 18U in their 2-1 win over HP Chili Dogs Maldonado. He struck out 11 while allowing just five hits in eight innings of work. His high 80's heater reached 95 mph. Garrett Blinkhorn (2015, Kennesaw Mt. GA) led the offense with two singles while Jack Brannon (2015, Woodstock, GA) drove in a run with a single.
Chase Allen (2015, Northgate, GA) led the Chili dogs with two hits. Jordan Schmits (2015, Northgate, GA) threw five innings. He struck out six and allowed one hit.He threw his fastball between 86-89 mph. Sam Sowerbrower (2015, Newnan, GA) came in next. In three innings, he struck out three while allowing five hits.
East Cobb moves on
10/5/2014
East Cobb Baseball Astros moves on to the finals as they beat Georgia Banditos. Brock Anderson (2016, Sparkman, AL) led the attack with two hits (double and triple), and two RBI's. Thomas Johns (2016, Clay-Charlkville, AL) helped out with two hits including a double and an RBI. Malique Foreman (2016, Mays, GA) doubled in two runs while Kyle Wilkie (2016, Creekview, GA) drove in two runs with a single. Zach Goodman (2015, Kennesaw Mountain, GA) threw the game. He struck out five and gave up only three hits. His mid 80's heater touched 88 mph.
Elijah Willingham (2015, Paulding County, GA) started for the Banditos. He struck out three while allowing three hits in two innings of work. Alex Krakau (2015, Blessed Trinity, GA) threw 2 1/3 innings. He fanned two and walked one.
Nelson and Braves tie
10/5/2014
It was a low scoring game as Nelson Baseball School 17U ties with East Cobb Braves 17U 1-1. Carson McGourk (2016, Hillgrove, GA) start for Nelson. He struck out three while allowing just one hit.
Miles Dutton started for the Braves. In five innings, he struck out six while allowing three hits. Ben Brock (2016, Harrison, GA) threw a perfect sixth inning. Charles Crosby (2016, Deerfield-Windsor, GA) pitched the seventh. He struck out two and did not allow a walk. His heater was between 85-87 mph.
Black gets a win
10/5/2014
Team Elite 17's Black plate four in the fifth and went on to beat Fierce Baseball 7-0. Matthew Cunningham (2016, South Forsyth, GA) led the attack with two singles. Justin Phillips (2016, Kennesaw Mountain, GA) singled home two runs while Chase Maughon (2016, North Oconee, GA) had two singles and an RBI. Austin Wojick started and lasted four innings. He struck out four while allowing a hit. Corn came in next. In three innings, he struck out five and gave up two hits.
Westley Fernandez (2016, Creekview, GA) threw for the Fierce. In 4 1/3 innings, he struck out two while walking three. Tucker Wright (2015, North Paulding, GA) came in to throw the rest. He fanned two and gave up three hits.
Sluggers slip past Twins
10/5/2014
Team Elite 16s Louisville Slugger makes due with four hits as they beat Georgia Twins 8-0. Bryan Petty (2017, Mill Creek, GA) led the attack with a single that plated two runs. DeAngelo Abboud (2017, Brookwood, GA) pitched in with a single and two RBI's. Michael Wright (2017, Alexander, GA) started and lasted four innings. He struck out one while allowing just three hits.
Austin Smith (2017, Lambert, GA) had two hits for the Twins, one being a double.
Astros score late to advance
10/5/2014
East Cobb Baseball Astros waited until the sixth to score their runs but they beat TGBA Blue Borcherding. Brock Anderson (2016, Sparkman, AL) led the attack with a double that plated two runs. Brooks Buckler (2015, Norcross, GA) started for the Astros. In four innings, he struck out one and held TGBA to three hits. He threw his fastball between 83-86 mph.
Casey Mize (2015, Springville, AL) threw 5 1/3 innings. He struck out six while allowing two hits. His mid 80's heater touched 91 mph. Taylor Wilkes (2016, Jefferson, GA) came in to pitched 2/3 inning. His heater was in the high 80's and reached 89 mph.
Kendrick shines in win
10/5/2014
John Alan Kendrick (2015, Calhoun, GA) threw a complete game for Nelson Baseball School 18U in their 4-0 win over GameFace Elite. He struck out seven and help GameFace to only two hits. His mid 80's heater touched 88 mph. Chandler Adams (2015, Woodstock, GA) tripled in a run while Kendrick doubled in the win.
Cole Dudley (2015, Lanier, GA) threw five innings for the Elite. He struck out five while allowing just two hits. Luke Allen (2015, Bethlehem Christian, GA) came in and threw the sixth. He fanned two and walked one.
Chili Dogs move on
10/5/2014
HP Chili Dogs Maldonado slips past Team Elite 17s Prime to advance to the semi finals. CJ Ballard (2015, Pike County, GA) led the attack with two singles that plated two runs. Jake McFarland (2015, Ola, GA) doubled in two runs while Adam Goodman (2015, Starrs Mill, GA) singled twice. Ethan Gillis (2015, Whitewater, GA) threw five innings. He struck out six while walking two. He threw his fastball between 84-86 mph and touched 89.
Linginfelter threw three innings for Prime. He struck out four while allowing a hit. His fastball was in the high 80's and touched 91 mph. Austin White (2016, Buford, GA) singled twice and also drove in a run. Mason McWhorter (2016, West Forsyth, GA) joined in on the action with two singles and an RBI.
Banditos advances
10/5/2014
Braden Zarbnisky (2015, Pope, GA) led the Georgia Banditos to a 7-2 win over Team Elite 16s Prime. He struck out seven while walking three in 5 2/3 innings. His heater was in the mid 80's and touched 87 mph. Ryan Cotton (2016, Carrolton, GA) threw an inning and struck out two. His low 80's heater reached 86 mph. Cole Austin (2015, Harrison, GA) led the offense with two hits including a triple and an RBI. Will Galloway (2015, Blessed Trinity, GA) went 2 for 4 with a double while Blake Sangster (2015, North Gwinnett, GA) singled twice. Austin Godfrey (2015, South Paulding, GA) doubled in two runs.
Steven Casey (2017, Hebron, GA) started for the Prime. In four innings, he struck out three while walking three.
Padres slip past Rays
10/5/2014
A big second inning leads East Cobb Padres to a 5-3 win over GBSA Rays. Pete Frazier (2016, Roswell, GA) drove in two runs with a double. Hulsey helped out with two singles and an RBI.
Kameron Armstrong (2015, Stephenson, GA) leads the Rays with two hits. Jaylin Turner (2017, Alcovy, GA) started and lasted 1 1/3 innings. He struck out three while allowing two hits.
Prayton homers
10/5/2014
Sam Prayton (2017, Pelham, AL) had three-run homer for Excel Blue Wave in their 8-2 win over Georgia Twins. Manning Early (2017, Gardendale, AL) helped out with two hits while Ethan Holsombeck (2017, Oak Mountain, AL) doubled in a run. Will Reaves (2016, Alexandria, AL) started and lasted two innings. He struck out four while allowing two hits.
Bobby Fultz (2017, Johns Creek, GA) led the Twins with two singles.
Patriots get a win
10/5/2014
East Cobb Patriots 18U scored in each of the innings as they beat Team Elite 17s Louisville Slugger 9-0. Brady John (2015, Pope, GA) led the offense with two singles and two RBI's. DJ Solazo (2016, North Paulding, GA) pitched in with two hits and drove in two runs while Austin Pharr (2015, Cherokee, GA) singled in a couple of runs. Chris Simonds (2015, Salem, GA) threw the first two innings. He struck out three and allowed two hits.
Josh Denton (2016, Brookwood, GA) started for the Sluggers. In three innings, he struck out two while allowing five hits. Alex Hendrix (2016, Parkview, GA) came in and threw the fourth and fifth. He allowed three hits but struck out two.
Scruggs k's 13 in win
10/5/2014
Tanner Scurggs (2016, Lambert, GA) fans 13 batters in TGBA Blue Borcherding 2-1 win over Southeast Reds. In seven innings, he allowed four hits and zero walks. His heater was in the mid 80's and touched 85 mph. Griffin Kern (2015, Chattahoochee, GA) led the offense with two hits including a double.
Michael Farnell (2015, Spanish Fort, AL) had two hits including a double and an RBI for the Reds.
Prime early runs help them
10/5/2014
Team Elite 16s Prime scored early and held on to beat Cangelosi Silver 2015. MacKenzie Ruedt (2017, Peachtree Ridge, GA) led the attack with a solo homer. Ivan Johnson (2017, North Springs, GA) doubled in three runs while Pat Demarco (2017, Poly Prep, NY) singled twice. Tyler Keenan (2017, Cleveland, NC) went 2 for 4 and plated a run. Robert Hamby (2017, Lakeview, GA) threw 1 1/3 innings. He struck out four while allowing three hits.
Jimmy Roche (2015, Carl Sandburg, IL) led the Silver with two singles.
Gettys hits 90 mph
10/5/2014
Jonathan Gettys (2016, Gainesville, GA) threw five solid innings for Team Elite 17s Prime in their 8-2 win over Foundation Sports A's 18U. He struck out seven while allowing just one hit. His impressive heater was in the mid 80's and touched 90 mph. Andrew Schultz (2016, Greater Atlanta, GA) came in and threw the sixth and seventh. He fanned two and allowed only one. His heater was between 85-88 mph. Nick Wilhite (2016, Buford, GA) led the offense with two singles and four RBI's. Austin Biggar (2016, Parkview, GA) helped out with two hits and an RBI.
Franklin Williams (2016, Drew, GA) started for the A's. In 3 1/3 innings, he struck out one and walked two.
Elite gets a win
10/5/2014
Team Elite 16's Black held Cangelosi Black 2015 to just one hit in their 3-2 win. Brady Abrahamsen (2017, Loganville, GA) started and lasted four innings. He struck out three while walking three. Morgan Doss (2017, Brookwood, GA) had two singles and plated a run. Matthew Stewart (2017, West Forsyth, GA) helped out by having a single, double and an RBI.
Tom Hickey (2015, Lyons Twp, IL) started for the Black. In 3 2/3 innings, he struck out two while allowing five hits. Eric Horbach (2015, AB Shepard, IL) came in next. In 2 1/3 innings, he fanned two and walked just one. His high 70's heater touched 81 mph.
Late inning helps Homeplate
10/5/2014
Late runs help Homeplate Wilson beat Lenny Websters CATCH42 Baseball 12-8. Andrew Burden (2015, Northgate, GA) led the attack with two hits including a double and three RBI's. Austin Webb (2016, Starrs Mill, GA) helped out with a double that plated two runs. Killian Smith (2016, Starrs Mill, GA) went 1 for 3 and drove in two runs. Chase Walter (2016, Mcintosh, GA) started and lasted five innings. He struck out five and walked only two. His fastball was in the high 70's and touched 84 mph.
Rodregas Jenkins (2016, Washington County, GA) led Lenny with three hits including a double and drove in four runs. Mason Calloway (2016, Newton, GA) helped out with two singles and an RBI while Trenton Nash singled twice.
McGeorge effort wasn't enough
10/5/2014
Team Carolina slips past Elite Baseball Club 2-0. Alex Smith (2017, Ardrey Kell, NC) started and lasted five innings. He struck out one but allowed four hits. Jose Vera (2017, Ardrey Kell, NC) came in and threw the sixth and seventh. He fanned two and did not five up a hit.
Aaron McGeorge pitched six stellar innings. He struck out 12 and only allowed one hit. His heater was between 81-84 mph and touched 85.
Stixx and Chirp tie
10/5/2014
Even though CStixx outhit Chirp Baseball, both teams tie 9-9. Carson Powell (2013, Harris County, GA) had two singles for Stixx and drove in a run. Zack Williams (2016, Northside, GA) went 2 for 2 with a triple and an RBI. Sam Stohr (2017, Columbus, GA) started and lasted 2 1/3 innings. He struck out four but walked seven. Brandon Willoughby (2018, Harris County, GA) pitched 3 2/3 innings. He fanned four and gave up two hits.
Luke Bumgardner (2015, Decature, GA) led the Chirps with two hits including a double and two RBI's. Boyd Brim (2016, Decatur, GA) went 2 for 5 and drove in two runs. Tyler Thornton (2015, Pope, GA) helped out with two singles and plated two runs.
TGBA gets a win
10/5/2014
TGBA Red Byams held off Georgia Twins in their 6-4 win. Griffin Carraciolo (2015, North Forsyth, GA) singled twice and drove in a run. Will Goldberg (2017, Marist, GA) went 2 for 2 and came around to score. Stafford Quinnelly (2015, Covenant Christian, GA) threw three innings. He struck out two while allowing a hit.
Jim Deitsch (2015, Duluth, GA) threw for the Twins. He struck out six while allowing five walks.
Fat Cat beats Blue Jays
10/5/2014
In a high scoring game, Fat Cat Baseball beats Atlanta Blue Jays 14-7. Taylor Bauman (2016, Forsyth Central, GA) led the attack with three singles and an RBI. Matthew Delise (2015, Cumming, GA) drove in three runs and singled. Michael Chiavelli (2015, Creekview, GA) threw 4 1/3 innings. He struck out two and walked two.
Triston Leggett (2015, Chapel Hill, GA) led the Jays with two hits including a double and drove in five runs.
Team Elite holds off BigStix in 8-7 thriller
10/4/2014
Keyed by three-run innings in the 5th and 6th, Team Elite 17s Black held off BigStix Gamers 18u in an 8-7 thriller Saturday afternoon at Perry Park.
Garrett Boden (2016, Atlanta, GA) and Matthew Cunningham (2016, Cumming, GA) each recorded muli-hit games for Team Elite. Boden went 2-for-3 with a run scored. Cunningham went 2-for-4 with a double, three RBI and a run scored. Justin Phillips (2016, Kennesaw, GA) led all players with three hits and three RBI. On the mound, Phillips recorded one out in relief, working in the 72-74 mph range.
RHP Griff Faircloth (2016, Baxley, GA) struck out four in 3.0 innings for Team Elite. The 6-foot-1, 165-pounder displayed good command, attacking hitters with a fastball in the 82-85 mph range. Faircloth also flashed a 12/6 curve in the low-70s with good depth.
Durrett led the BixStix offense with a homer, three RBI and a stolen base. Anthony AJ Spencer (2015, Locust Grove, GA) went 3-for-4 with a stolen base and an RBI. Antwan Johnson (2015, Iithonia, GA), Cale Gibson (2015, McDonough, GA), Jenkins and Crisp recorded two hits each. BigStix recorded 12 hits and six walks in total.
In addition to his three-hit effort, Spencer tossed a scoreless inning of relief on the mound. He displayed good command and kept his pitches down, firing strikes at 85-88 mph.
Team Elite wins on late-inning error
10/4/2014
Terence Norman (2016, Marietta, GA) and Beau Hanna (2017, Winder, GA) each scored on an error in the top of the 7th to lift Team Elite 16s Prime to a 3-2 win over Cangelosi Black 2015 Saturday afternoon at Hamilton Crossing Park. Norman had the game's only two-hit effort, going 2-for-3 with a run scored from the No. 5-hole.
RHP Robert "Jake" Brace (2017, Suwanee, GA) struck out four in 5.2 innings for Team Elite. He worked in the 78-79 mph range and flashed an upper-60s curve. Teammate SS/RHP Oscar Serratos (2017, Lawrenceville, GA) pitched a scoreless inning in relief. Serratos threw 79-84 mph and mixed in a mid-60s curve and a low-70s changeup.
LHP Robert Talarico (2015, Joliet, IL) struck out three in 6.0 innings for Cangelosi. The southpaw fired strikes at 78-81 mph.
Abboud's two doubles lift Elite to 8-1 win
10/4/2014
Keyed by DeAngelo Abboud's (2017, Lawrenceville, GA) two doubles, Team Elite 16s Louisville Slugger beat Foundation Sports As 18u Lorow 8-1 Saturday afternoon at Osborne HS. Abboud displayed excellent bat speed and a short, compact swing. In the field, he showed a good first step and accurate arm.
LHP Bryan Petty (2017, Homer, GA) struck out five in 4.0 shutout innings for Team Elite, throwing 37 of 55 pitches (67 percent) for strikes. Petty worked fast and attacked hitters with heaters in the 70-72 mph range with armside run.
2B/RHP Jake Hayes (2016, McDonough, GA) pitched 4.2 innings for the As. He displayed an online delivery and worked in the 73-76 mph range, peaking at 78 with armside run. He also flashed an upper-60s curve with 1/7 break.
Pitching dominated in Foundation Sports win
10/4/2014
Zach Swindell's RBI groundout in the 3rd inning was all the offense needed, as Foundation Sports As 18u beat the Upstate Mavericks Scout Team 3-0 Saturday morning at Osborne HS.
C/RHP John Walton (2015, Fairburn, GA) started and pitched 5.0 shutout innings for the As. Teammate and Gordon CC commit SS/RHP Ryan Ross (2015, Tifton, GA) fanned a pair in 2.0 shutout innings of relief. Ross displayed good extension and a smooth delivery, firing strikes at 74-78 mph.
RHP Noah Cole (2016, Marietta, GA) allowed three unearned runs in 6.0 innings for the Mavericks. The 6-foot-3, 180-pounder displayed good command and worked fast, attacking hitters at 78-81 mph. Cole also flashed a low-60s curve with 1/7 break.
Jackets and Homeplate tie
10/4/2014
The Georgia Jackets tied Homeplate Wilson 6-6.
Tyler Koch (2016, North Forsyth HS, GA) led the Jackets' offense going 2-2 with 1 run scored and Trevor Rhys (2016, North Forsyth HS, GA) went 1-3 with 1 double and 2 RBI. Griffin Jarrett (2017, Lambert HS, GA) added in a 1-3 day with 1 run scored and 1 RBI.
For Homeplate, Andrew Burden (2015, Northgate HS, GA) went 2-3 with 2 runs scored and Malachi Griffin (2015, Newman HS, GA) went 1-2 with 1 RBI.
Cangelosi Silver wins over Patriots
10/4/2014
The Cangelosi Silver 2015 defeated the East Cobb Patriots 18U 10-1 for their 3rd win of the tournament. Lucas Karz (2015, Prospect HS, IL) helped power the Cangelosi offense going 1-2 with a 2-run home run. Dennis Platipodis (2015, Lincoln-Way North HS, IL) added in a 2-3 day with 3 RBI and Griffin Kaziercazk (2015, Carl Sandburg HS, IL) went 2-3 with 1 run scored,1 RBI and 1 stolen base.
Kenny Michalowski (2015, Carl Sandburg HS, IL) started and earned the win for Cangelosi going 4 2/3 innings allowing just 1 unearned run on 1 hit and 3 walks, while striking out 3 batters. Michalowski featured a 74-78/80 mph fastball and mixed in a 57-63 mph curveball and a 61-65 mph changeup.
For the Patriots, Ben McCurley (2015, Lambert HS, GA) went 1-1 with 1 RBI.
Biggar powers Team Elite to win
10/4/2014
Team Elite 17's Prime defeated the Georgia Twins 6-3 to improve to 2-0 in the tournament. Austin Biggar (2016, Parkview HS, GA) helped power the Team Elite offense showing excellent bat speed and good extension going 2-3 with 1 home run, 1 double, 1 run scored and 2 RBI. Kennesaw State commit, Garrett Hodges (2016, South Effingham HS, GA), added in a 2-3 day showing a quick bat and gap power with 1 triple, 1 double and 2 runs scored. Georgia commit, Cam Shepherd (2016, Peachtree Ridge HS, GA), also showed well going 2-2 with 1 double and 1 run scored.
Brendan Munson (2016, Mountain View HS, HS, GA) earned the win for Team Elite going 3 strong innings allowing just 1 unearned run on 1 hit, while striking out 3 batters. Munson showed good command and was around the plate with a 81-84/86 mph fastball and a 68-72 mph curveball.
For the Twins, Evan Keeney (2016, Johns Creek HS, GA) went 1-3 with 1 RBI and Buddy Fultz (2017, Johns Creek HS, GA) went 1-4 with 2 runs scored.
GameFace tops Elite
10/4/2014
GameFace Elite defeated Elite Baseball Club 7-4 to win their second game of the tournament. Jacob Fincher (2015, Bethlehem Christian Academy HS, GA) led the way for the GameFace offense going 3-3 with 1 double 1 run scored and 3 RBI. Cole Dudley (2015, Lanier HS, GA) added in a 1-4 day with 1 double and 2 RBI. JP Baseij (2016, North Gwinnett HS, GA) added in a 1-3 day with 1 double and 1 RBI.
Patrick Klein (2015, Bethlehem Christian Academy HS, GA) started and won the game for GameFace tossing 5 innings allowing 3 runs, 1 earned, on 4 hits and 3 walks, while striking out 9 batters. Klein showed good command and pitched downhill with his 77-78/82 mph fastball that had good life and mixed in a 66-68 mph curveball.
For Elite, Ben Eckert (2015, Lafayette HS, KY) went 3-3 with 1 run scored and CJ Compton (2015, Lafayette HS, KY) went 2-2 with 1 double, 1 RBI and 1 walk.
Pope leads his team to a win
10/4/2014
Christian Pope (2015, Hillgrove, GA) pitched his team, Nelson Baseball School 18U, to a 7-4 win over Excel Blue Wave. In 5 1/3 innings, he struck out five while allowing four hits. Jack Brannon (2015, Woodstock, GA) led the offense with two hits including a double and an RBI.
Conner Daniels (2016, Springville, AL) led the Wave with two hits, one being a triple, and two RBI's.
Toe hits 88 mph
10/4/2014
Sylvester Toe Jr. (2016, Landmark Christian, GA) threw three solid innings for East Cobb Patriots 18U in their 3-3 tie with Homeplate Wilson. He struck out seven while allowing just one hit. His fastball was between 83-85 mph and touched 88. Austin Pharr (2015, Cherokee, GA) led the offense with two hits including a double and a triple. He also drove in two runs.
Conner Corbitt (2015, Stratford Academy, GA) led Homeplate with two hits including a double and three RBI's.
Banditos slip past Blue Jays
10/4/2014
Georgia Banditos scored four in an inning and went on to beat Atlanta Blue Jays. John Castro (2015, Blessed Trinity, GA) tripled in the win. Bronco O'Brien (2015, Blessed Trinity Catholic, GA) singled in a run. Nicholas Dye (2016, Central, GA) threw 2 1/3 innings. He struck out two while allowing one hit.
Alex Bialakis (2015, Pope John Paul II, FL) threw 2 2/3 innings. He struck out five while allowing two hits. His fastball was between 81-84 mph and touched 86.
Gregory leads Silver to a win
10/4/2014
Adam Gregory (2015, AB Shepard, IL) pitched a complete game for Cangelosi Silver 2015 in their 7-2 win over Georgia Jackets. He struck out seven while allowing three hits. Matt Diehl (2015, Providence Catholic, IL) led the offense with two hits including a double and an RBI. Ben Kociper (2015, Carl Sanburg, IL) pitched in with two singles and an RBI.
Sean Connelly (2016, Alpharetta, GA) doubled in two runs for the Jackets.
Yates shows his stuff
10/4/2014
Luke Yates shut down Georgia Twins in Showtime Sports Academy 18U's 4-1 win. He struck out six while allowing three hits. His heater was in the low 80's and touched 85 mph. Jacob Gunter (2015, Christ Presbyterian Academy, TN) came in and threw the next two innings. He fanned one and walked one. Jordan Baker (2015, Christian Presbyterian Academy, TN) led the offense with two singles and an RBI.
Parker Cantrell (2017, Dawson County, GA) led the Twins with two singles and he drove in their only run. Nicholas Kempf (2017, Northgate, GA) threw six innings. He struck out four while walking three.
Vilchez does it all
10/4/2014
Luis Vilchez (2015, Mountain View, GA) threw six solid innings for GameFace Elite in their 7-1 win over Team Alabama. He struck out three and allowed just two hits. Jacob Fincher (2015, Bethlehem Christian, GA) came in and threw a perfect seventh. Vilchez also singled in two runs. JP Baselj (2016, North Gwinnett, GA) went 2 for 4 with a double and a triple.
John Goolsby (2016, Thompson, AL) started for Alabama. In two innings, he struck out two and gave up two hits.
Praise leads Mavericks to a win
10/4/2014
Praise Thorsen (2015, Myrtle Beach, SC) threw five solid innings for Upstate Mavericks in their 9-1 win over Chirp Baseball. He struck out seven and allowed just three hits. On the offensive side, Evans Bozeman (2015, Pensacola Catholic, FL) had three hits including a double and two RBI's. Firmstone went 2 for 3 and plated two runs. Nicholas Gatewood (2015, Peachtree Ridge, GA) doubled in two runs while John Marc Mullins (2017, Homewood, AL) singled two, which plated two runs.
Tyler Thornton (2015, Pope, GA) started for Chirp. In three innings, he struck out two and walked one.
Early inning lifts Chili Dogs
10/4/2014
HP Chili Dogs Maldonado scored five in the first and went on to beat Team Carolina 8-1. Adam Goodman (2015, Starrs Mil, GA) led the offense with two hits including a homer and two RBI's. Blake Helton (2015, Northgate, GA) went 2 for 3 and plated a run. CJ Ballard (2015, Pike County, GA) helped out with two singles and came around to score twice. Jeremiah Woods (2015, Whitewater, GA) threw 3 1/3 innings. He struck out three while allowing just one hit.
Nicholas Cicci (2016, Hopewell, NC) singled in a run for Carolina.
Norman's bat key in Team Elite win
10/4/2014
Team Elite 16's Prime defeated Chrip Baseball 8-5 to improve their record to 2-0 in the tournament. Terrence Norman (2016, Kennesaw Mountain HS, GA) led the way for Team Elite's offense going 3-3 with 1 double, 1 run scored and 2 RBI. Pat DeMarco (2017, Poly Prep Country Day HS, NY) added in a 2-3 day with 2 doubles and 2 runs scored, while Beau Hanna (2017, Winder-Barrow HS, GA) went 1-3 with 2 RBI. Ivan Johnson (2017, North Springs HS, GA) also showed well going 2-3 with 1 double, 1 run scored, 1 RBI and 1 stolen base, while Tyler Keenan (2017, Cleveland HS, NC) went 1-3 with 1 triple, 1 run scored and 1 RBI.
Steven Casey (2017, Hebron Christian Academy HS, GA) earned the win out of the bullpen tossing 1 2/3 innings of relief allowing 2 unearned runs on 2 walks, while striking out 2 batters. Casey featured a 77-80 mph fastball and mixed in a 65-68 mph curveball.
For Chrip, Luke Bumgardner (2015, Decatur HS, GA) went 1-3 with 1 double and 1 run scored.
Robinson K's 9 in Reds' W
10/4/2014
The Southeast Reds defeated Blue Collar Baseball 4-2 to improve their record to 2-1 in the tournament. Payton Robinson (2015, St Paul's HS, MS) started and earned the win for the Reds tossing 4 strong innings allowing just 1 unearned run on 2 hits and 4 walks, while striking out 9 batters. Robinson featured a 77-83/86 mph fastball and mixed in a 70-74 mph curveball.
Michael Farnell (2015, Spanish Fort HS, AL) led the way for the Reds' offense going 2-3 and Jake Cowden (2016, Faith Academy HS, AL) went 1-3 with 1 run scored.
For Blue Collar, Seth Swancey (2015, Mary Persons HS, GA) went 1-2 with 1 double, 1 run scored, 1 stolen base and 1 walk.
Kliphouse K's 9 in Braves' win
10/4/2014
The East Cobb Braves 17U defeated Fat Cat Baseball 3-0 to improve their record to 2-0 in the tournament. Alec Kliphouse (2016, North Forsyth HS, GA) started and earned the win for the Braves tossing all 7 innings allowing just 3 hits and 4 walks, while striking out 9 batters. Kliphouse showed good command and used a smooth, online delivery with his 73-77 mph fastball that had good life. He also mixed in a heavy dose of his 66-69 mph curveball.
Alex Nuovo (2016, Hillgrove HS, GA) led the way for the Braves' offense going 1-4 with 1 double and 1 RBI. Bryant Hines added in a 2-3 day with 1 double and 1 RBI.
For Fat Cat, Tyler Sylvester (2016, Southwest Dekalb HS, GA) went 1-3 with 1 double.
DawgPound offense key in win
10/4/2014
The DawgPound defeated Team Alabama 11-3 to pick up their first win of the tournament. Kyle Cinko (2015, Alonso HS, FL) led the way for the DawgPound offense going 2-3 with 1 triple and 1 run scored. Devin Lopez (2016, Florida Virtual HS, FL) added in a 1-4 day with 1 double, 1 runs scored and 2 RBI. Freddy Martinez (2016, Trinity Christian Academy HS, FL) also showed well going 3-3 with 1 double, 1 run scored and 1 RBI, while Camyrn Williams (2016, Gaither HS, FL) went 1-2 with 2 runs scored, 1 RBI and 2 walks. Edgar Nunez (2016, Gaither HS, FL) continued the big offensive day by going 2-4 with 1 double and 2 runs scored.
Andrew Lotus (2015, Osborne HS, FL) started and won the game for the DawgPound going 6 innings allowing 3 runs on 9 hits and 2 walks, while striking out 6 batters. Lotus showed a balanced, smooth delivery on the mound and featured a 72-75/76 mph fastball and mixed in a 60-66 mph curveball.
For Team Alabama, Lance Johnson (2016, Thompson HS, AL) went 3-3 with 1 double, 1 run scored and 1 RBI. Leadoff man, Brandon Agsalud (2017, Hoover HS, AL), went 1-3 with 1 triple and 1 run scored, while Jake Burbank went 2-2 with 1 double.
Astros top TGBA
10/4/2014
The East Cobb Baseball (Astros) defeated the TGBA Red Byams 5-1 to improve to 2-0 in the tournament. Brock Anderson (2016, Sparkman HS, AL) led the Astros offense going 1-3 with 1 RBI and John Devine (2016, Hillgrove HS, GA) went 1-2 with 1 run scored, 1 RBI, 1 stolen base and 1 walk.
Alabama commit, Brock Love (2015, Southside HS, AL), started the game for the Astros going 4 shutout innings allowing just 1 hit and no walks, while striking out 8 batters. Love showed a balanced delivery and sound mechanics on the mound and featured a plus 87-90/91 mph fastball and a plus 68-82 mph curveball.
For TGBA, Ty Snipes (2016, Greenbrier HS, GA) went 1-1.
Cumberland and Stixx tie
10/4/2014
Upper Cumberland Baseball tied C Stixx 4-4.
For Cumberland's offense, Charles Harris (2016, Cookeville HS, TN) led the way going 3-3 with 1 triple and 1 run scored. Austin Helton (2016, Stone Memorial HS, TN) added in a 2-2 day with 1 run scored, 2 RBI and 1 walk. Winston Cannon (2016, Upperman HS, TN) also impressed going 1-3 with 1 double and 1 RBI.
Kade Sullivan (2016, Cookeville HS, TN) started the game for Cumberland and went all 7 innings allowing 4 unearned runs on 5 hits and 1 walk, while striking out 3. Sullivan featured a 72-75/78 mph fastball and mixed in a 61-64 mph curveball.
For the Stixx offense, Sam Stohr (2017, Columbus HS, GA) went 2-3 with 2 RBI and Harrison Richards (2017, Columbus HS, GA) went 1-3 with 2 runs scored.
Murry leads TGBA to win
10/4/2014
TGBA Blue Borcherding defeated Fierce Baseball 8-0 to improve their record to 2-0 in the tournament. Davis Murray (2016, Greenbrier HS, GA) had a big offensive day for TGBA going 3-3 with 3 doubles, 2 runs scored, 2 RBI and 1 stolen base. Georgia commit, Tucker Maxwell (2016, Lambert HS, GA), added in a 1-1 day with 1 double, 2 RBI, 1 stolen base and 2 walks. Brant Stark (2015, North Forsyth HS, GA) picked up 2 RBI as well for their offense.
Cory Campbell (2016, North Forsyth HS, GA) started and won the game for TGBA going all 5 innings allowing just 1 hit and 2 walks, while recording 8 strikeouts. Campbell showed good command and got good hip rotation on the mound, he featured a 77-80/81 mph fastball and mixed in a good 61-65 mph curveball.
For Fierce Baseball, Ian Tait (2015, Hiram HS, GA) went 1-2.
Hawkins' bat carries Jackets to W
10/4/2014
The Georgia Jackets defeated the East Cobb Patriots 18U 9-7 for their first win of the tournament. Jackets' leadoff man, Brett Hawkins (2016, Cambridge HS, GA), used a line drive approach and a live bat going 3-3 with 1 triple, 1 double, 3 runs scored, 2 RBI and 1 walk. Kale Ledford (2017, George Walton Academy HS, GA) used a quiet hitting approach and showed raw power going 2-3 with 1 double and 2 RBI. Griffin Jarrett (2017, Lambert HS, GA) also showed well going 2-3 with 1 double and 1 run scored, while Bryce Bowen (2017, Elbert County HS, GA) went 1-2 with 1 double and 1 run scored.
Sean Connelly (2016, Alpharetta HS, GA) earned the win for the Jackets tossing 3 innings allowing 3 runs, 2 earned, on 3 hits and 4 walks, while striking out 2. Connelly showed a smooth, online delivery with his 77-79/80 mph fastball and mixed in a 61-64 mph late breaking curveball.
For the Patriots, Kennessaw State commit, Austin Pharr (2015, Cherokee HS, GA), went 2-4 with 1 run scored and 2 RBI, while Graham Guthrie (2015, Blessed Trinity Catholic HS, GA) went 1-3 with 1 run scored and 2 RBI.
Cangelosi Silver tops Homeplate
10/4/2014
Cangelosi Silver 2015 defeated Homeplate Wilson 7-3 to pick up their first win of the tournament. Matt Diehl (2015, Providence Catholic HS, IL) led the offense going 1-4 with 1 double and Joe McNulty (2015, Lincoln-Way East HS, IL) went 2-2 with 1 run scored. Griffin Kazmierczak () added in a 1-2 day with 1 run scored, 1 RBI and 1 walk. Josh Mutter (2015, Lincoln-Way East HS, IL) and Ben Kociper (2015, Carl Sandburg HS, IL) each went 1-3 with 1 run scored and 1 RBI.
Nic Laio (2015, Downers Grove North HS, IL) started and earned the win for Cangelois going 7 strong innings allowing 3 runs, 1 earned, on 4 hits and 4 walks, while striking out 9 batters. Laio showed good command and set up hitters using a 80-84 mph fastball with a good 70-73 mph curveball.
For Homeplate, Andrew Burden (2015, Northgate HS, GA) went 1-2 with 1 double and 1 run scored.
Wilson tosses shutout as Banditos win
10/4/2014
The Georgia Banditos defeated the Tennessee Twisters 5-0 to improve to 2-0 in the tournament. Drew Wilson (2015, Sonoraville HS, GA) started and earned the win for the Banditos going all 7 innings allowing 4 hits and 3 walks, while recording 5 strikeouts. Wilson featured a 76-81/82 mph fastball and also mixed in a 64-67 mph curveball.
Blake Sangster (2015, North Gwinnett HS, GA) led the way for the Banditos' offense going 1-3 with 1 double and 1 RBI. Will Galloway (2015, Blessed Trinity Catholic HS, GA) also showed well going 1-2 with 1 run scored, 1 RBI and 1 walk. West Virginia commit, Cole Austin (2015, Harrison HS, GA), and Bronco O'Brien (2015, Blessed Trinity Catholic HS, GA) each had 1 run scored and 1 RBI.
For the Twisters, Hayden Bradely (2015, Ooltewah HS, TN) went 2-3 with 1 double and Jacob Dickenson (2016, Lincoln County HS, TN) went 1-2 with 1 double.
Rays hold on
10/4/2014
Upstate Mavericks Scout Team tried to come back but GBSA Rays held them off. Christian Griffin (2015, Stephenson, GA) led the attack with two singles. Jelani Clarington (2015, Rockdale County, GA) started and lasted two innings. He struck out three while not walking a batter. Sean Fitzpatrick (2015, Archer, GA) came in next. In four innings, he k'ed five and gave up two hits. Both pitchers' heaters reached 84 mph.
Jamal Fraley (2016, Jonesboro, GA) led the Mavericks with two hits including a triple and an RBI. Douglas Angeli Jr. (2017, Dorman, SC) went 2 for 4 an drove in a run. Chris Thompson (2016, JL Mann, SC) helped out with two singles while Richard Gregory (2016, Gaffney, SC) doubled in two runs.
Padres top Twisters
10/4/2014
Czabala pitched seven solid innings for East Cobb Padres in their 7-5 win over Tennessee Twisters. He struck out eight and walked five. Connor Laubenthal (2015, St. Pius X, GA) led the offense with two singles and drove in an run.
Hayden Bradley (2015, Ooltewah, TN) drove in two runs with a single while Chandler Hardiman (2016, Lincoln, TN) went 2 for 4 with a double.
Skipper leads A's
10/4/2014
Evan Skipper (2015, Spalding, GA) drove in three RBI's with a single for Foundation Sports A's 18U in their 4-2 win over Team Elite 17s Louisville Slugger. Isaiah Lewis (2015, Mays, GA) went 2 for 3 in the win. Hunter Durham (2015, Griffin, GA) started and lasted six innings. He struck out two while allowing four hits.
Jacob Britt (2016, Brookwood, GA) led LS with two singles.
Nash jacks a homer in win
10/4/2014
Trenton Nash (2015, Columbia, GA) led Lenny Websters CATCH42 Baseball to a 12-1 win over Team Elite 16's Black. He jacked a three-run homer as well as doubled in a run. Jason Howell (2015, Salem, GA) pitched in with two hits including a triple and three RBI's. Cody Miller (2015, John Milledge Academy, GA) threw five innings. He struck out two while allowing just two hits.
Chandler Weyenberg (2016, Hillgrove, GA) had a double for the Black. Dylan Wilson (2017, Mill Creek, GA) threw three innings. He struck out four while allowing just two walks.
Rudy leads Team Carolina over Fat Cat
10/4/2014
Team Carolina defeated Fat Cat Baseball 4-1 to pick up their first win of the tournament. Cameron Rudy (2019, Providence Day HS, NC) started and earned the win for Team Carolina going 6 innings allowing just 1 run on 4 hits and 4 walks, while striking out 2 batters. Rudy used a short arm action on the mound and featured a 74-78/79 mph fastball and mixed in a 67-69 mph curveball. He also impressed at the plate going 2-2 with 1 double, 1 RBI and 1 walk.
Cameron Bare (2017, Providence HS, NC) added in a 1-2 day for the Team Carolina offense with 1 double, 1 RBI and 1 walk. Justin Murray (2018, Providence Day HS, NC) also showed well going 1-1 with 1 RBI and 1 walk.
For Fat Cat, Matthew Delise (2015, Homeschool, GA) went 1-2 with 1 double and Marquise Glenn (2015, Redan HS, GA) stayed inside the ball well and used a short, compact swing to go 1-2 with 1 run scored.
Padres top Blue Jays thanks to strong pitching
10/3/2014
The East Cobb Padres defeated the Atlanta Blue Jays 6-2 to even their record at 1-1 in the tournament. Hulsey helped lead the Padres' offense by going 1-3 with 1 double, 1 run scored and 1 RBI. Leadoff man, Clay Bogdan (2015, Cherokee HS, GA), also showed well going 1-3 with 1 double and 1 run scored. Jakaeron Williams (2016, Sprayberry HS, GA) and Chris Turner (2015, River Ridge HS, GA) each added in a 1-3 day with 1 run scored and 1 RBI, and Williams had 1 stolen base.
Jameson started and earned the win for the Padres tossing a complete game over 7 innings allowing 2 runs, 1 earned, on 4 hits and 1 walk, while striking out 8 batters. Jameson set up hitters and changed speeds between his 73-76/78 mph fastball and his 65-69 mph curveball.
For the Blue Jays, Justin Neo (2015, American Senior HS, FL) went 2-3 with 1 RBI and Joey Bend (2015, Sandalwood HS, FL) went 1-3 with 1 double and 1 run scored. Triston Leggett (2015, Chapel Hill HS, GA) contributed a 1-3 day with 1 double and 1 RBI as well.
Craft K's 8 in Gamers' W
10/4/2014
The BigStix Gamers 18U defeated the Southeast Reds 1-0 to improve to 2-0 in the tournament. David Craft (2015, Union Grove HS, GA) started and earned the win for the Gamers tossing 6 shutout innings allowing just 3 hits and 2 walks, while recording 8 strikeouts. Crafted showed a balanced delivery and changed speeds between his 75-81/83 mph fastball and his 65-68 mph curveball.
Leadoff man, Bryson Jackson (2015, Mary Persons HS, GA), led the Gamers' offense going 1-3 with 1 walk, while Cale Gibson (2015, Ola HS, GA) added in a 1-3 day.
For the Reds, William Freeman (2016, Faith Academy HS, AL) took the tough-luck-loss going 6 innings allowing 1 run on 3 hits and 2 walks, while striking out 9 batters. Freeman was around the plate with all of his pitches including his 80-85/86 mph fastball, his plus 67-70 mph curveball and a 72-77 mph straight changeup.
Team Elite wins over Blue Collar
10/4/2014
Team Elite 17's Black defeated Blue Collar Baseball 6-3 to even their record at 1-1 in the tournament. Jared Miller (2016, Allatoona HS, GA) led the way for the offense going 1-2 with 1 double, 1 run scored and 1 RBI. Matthew Cunningham (2016, South Forsyth HS, GA) added in a 2-3 day with 1 run scored and Justin Phillips (2016, Kennesaw Mountain HS, GA) collected 2 RBI.
Carson Horman (2016, Brookwood HS, GA) started and earned the win for Team Elite going 3 innings allowing 2 runs, only 1 earned, on 3 hits and 3 walks, while recording 2 strikeouts. Horman featured a 63-69 mph fastball on the mound and mixed in a 56-58 mph curveball.
For Blue Collar, Travis Wilson (2015, Ola HS, GA) went 1-4 with 1 double and 1 run scored, while PJ Allen (2015, Spalding HS, GA) went 1-4 with 1 double and 1 RBI.
Team Elite 17s Prime erupts for 11 runs in W
10/3/2014
Fueled by a seven-run 1st inning, Team Elite 17s Prime downed Showtime Sports Academy 18u 11-2 Friday night. Austin Biggar (2016, Lilburn, GA) homered and drove in two for Team Elite, while teammates Austin Wilhite (2016, Buford, GA) and Bryan Kregel (2016, Lilburn, GA) recorded two hits each. Wilhite tripled, walked, drove in a run and scored another from the leadoff spot. Kregel walked, stole a base and scored once. Griffin Jolliff (2016, Buford, GA) doubled and drove in a pair.
For Showtime, Tim Robuck (2015, Franklin, TN) went 2-for-3 with a double and a run scored.
On the mound, RHP Christian Ryder (2015, Franklin, TN) struck out three in 2.0 innings for Team Elite. His fastball sat 82-84 mph, peaking at 86. Teammate RHP Sawyer Steele (2016, Newnan, GA) fanned six in 2.0 innings of relief. RHP Andrew Schultz (2016, Alpharetta, GA) struck out four in 1.0 inning, lighting up the radar gun with pitches in the 84-88 mph range.
Team Elite 16s Prime starts 1-0
10/3/2014
Team Elite 16s Prime downed the Upstate Mavericks 5-2 Friday night, improving to 1-0 on the first day of the National Qualifier. Leadoff hitter Darius Foster (2017, Suwanee, GA) recorded two hits and teammate James Nix (2017, Huntsville, AL) drove in two runs.
RHP Jay Pendley (2017, Buford, GA) struck out a pair in 3.0 innings for Team Elite. He sat 80-84 mph with his fastball and flashed a few low-70s benders.
LHP Thomas Reddin (2015, Suwanee, GA) fanned six in 5.0 innings for the Mavericks. He worked in the 77-81 mph range, and dropped in a few upper-60s curves.
Chili Dogs survive game dominated by pitching
10/3/2014
Adam Goodman (2015, Fayetteville, GA) and Jake McFarland (2015, McDonough, GA) drove in runs in HP Chili Dogs Maldonado's 2-0 win over Fat Cat Baseball Friday night. McFarland displayed a quick bat and balanced swing at the plate with gap-to-gap power.
RHP Caleb Dixon (2015, Cumming, GA) struck out five in 6.0 innings for Fat Cat. The 6-foot-3, 180-pounder showed good extension and a loose arm action, firing strikes at 78-81 mph. He also flashed an upper-60s breaking pitch.
OF/LHP Jabari Richards (2015, Fayetteville, GA) struck out five in 4.0 innings, throwing 30 of 45 pitches for strikes (67 percent). Richards displayed a smooth delivery and sound mechanics, working in the 80-83 mph range. RHP Jordan Schmits (2015, Sharpsburg, GA) struck out four in 2.0 innings of relief. He sat 85-88 mph, while mixing in a mid-70s curve.
Cannon homers in Upper Cumberland win
10/3/2014
Winston Cannon (2016, Cookeville, TN) homered and drove in three runs in Upper Cumberland Baseball's 6-4 win over TGBA Red Byams Friday night. Cannon displayed a fluid stroke and good bat speed at the plate, with leverage in his swing.
Upper Cumberland teammate RHP Morgan Richards (2015, Crossville, TN) struck out 10 in 6.0 innings. He displayed a smooth delivery and a short arm action, working in the 74-78 mph range. Richards also flashed good command of a low-70s curve with 1/7 break.
For TGBA, Dillon Lancaster (2016, Buford, GA) went 2-for-3 with a triple, an RBI, a stolen base and a run scored. Teammate Parker Biederer (2016, Cumming, GA) went 2-for-3 with a double and an RBI.
Cobb homers in loss
10/3/2014
Keyed by a five-run 4th inning, Team Elite 16s Louisville Slugger beat Excel Blue Wave 5-2 Friday night. RBI were recorded by Elite's Fitz Marren (2017, Cumming, GA), Michael Wright (2017, Winston, GA), Connor Weldy (2017, Cumming, GA) and Bailey Hopkins (2017, Snellville, GA).
Dalton Cobb (2015, Alexandria, AL) led the Excel offense, going 2-for-3 with a home run and two RBI. The 5-foot-10, 185-pounder displayed a power approach at the plate, swinging from a slightly open stance.
RHP Jacob Arthur (2016, Tuscumbia, AL) struck out six in 3.2 innings for Excel. The 6-foot-5, 185-pounder flashed projectable stuff, working in the 79-83 mph range. Arthur also threw a low-70s curve and a low-70s changeup.
Nelson Baseball throws 1-hitter in 10-0 win
10/3/2014
Nelson Baseball School 18u recorded nine hits -- including five extra-base knocks -- in their 10-0 win over Foundation Sports As 18u Lorow Friday night.
Jack Brannon (2015, Canton, GA), Cole Buffington (2015, Marietta, GA) and Canon Robinson (2015, Rydal, GA) recorded two hits each for Nelson. Brannon displayed a fluid stroke and an aggressive approach, going 2-for-4 with a double and a run scored from the leadoff spot. Buffington showed good bat speed and a linedrive swing, going 2-for-3 with a pair of doubles, a stolen base, an RBI and two runs. Behind the dish, Buffington displayed soft hands and good receiving skills. He also showed a good arm and a quick release.
LHP Chandler Adams (2015, Canton, GA) struck out 10 opposing batters in 4.0 scoreless innings, allowing just one hit. Adams displayed a smooth, deceptive delivery and good follow through, firing strikes at 81-84 mph. He also flashed an upper-60s curve with good depth and 11/5 break.
RHP Colin LoCurto (2015, Kennesaw, GA) struck out the side in an inning of relief for Nelson. He showed good command of his pitches, pounding the zone with a 75-77 mph fastball with sink. He also flashed a mid-60s breaking pitch.
GBSA Rays plate 12 runs in big win
10/3/2014
The GBSA Rays scored in all six innings to beat Team Elite 17s Louisville Slugger 12-4 Friday night. Three different players recorded multiple hits for GBSA, including: Tekwaan Whyte (2015, Stone Mountain, GA), Bakari Gayle (2015, Peachtree City, GA) and Jordan Holloman Scott (2015, Conyes, GA).
Whyte led all players with his 3-for-3 effort, filling the box score with a double, a walk, a stolen base, two RBI and three runs scored. Gayle also doubled, walked and scored twice.
RHP Matt Krueger (2015, Covington, GA) struck out five in 6.0 innings on the mound for the Rays.
For Team Elite, RHP Jack Utley (2016, Lawrenceville, GA) fanned five batters in 3.0 innings. He displayed good mound presence and a smooth delivery, firing strikes at 80-84 mph. Utley also flashed a low-70s curve with 12/6 break, and a mid-70s changeup. Teammate 1B/RHP Max Wadsworth (2016, Madison, GA) struck out a pair in 1.0 inning of relief. He threw 79-82 mph. At the plate, Wadsworth went 1-for-2 with a walk.
Elite's 5-run 1st leads to 7-3 win
10/3/2014
Keyed by a five-run 1st inning, Elite Baseball Club beat Team Alabama 7-3 Friday night. Elite recorded five hits, all singles, and drew five walks on their way to victory. Ben Eckert (2015, Lexington, KY) went 1-for-2 with two walks, an RBI and a run scored for Elite.
RHP Logan Mallory (2015, London, KY) started and pitched 6 innings for Elite, striking out six. He worked in the 78-84 mph range topping out at 88mph.
Robbie Lively (2016, Helena, AL) led all players with three hits, going 3-for-4 with two RBI for Team Alabama.
Braves ride 7-run 1st inning to big win
10/3/2014
The East Cobb Braves 17u scored seven runs in the 1st inning to secure an 8-1 win over Team Carolina Friday night. The Braves needed just five hits to plate eight runs, including a pair of knocks by Alex Nuovo (2016, Powder Springs, GA). Teammate Rocky Brown (2016, Acworth, GA) hit a bases-clearing double to break the game open early.
RHP Zach Williams (2016, Rome, GA) struck out six in as many innings on the mound for the Braves, allowing just two hits. He fired strikes in the 77-82 mph range, while mixing in a mid-60s curve. C/RHP James Williams (2016, Kennesaw, GA) pitched a scoreless inning, striking out the side. He worked in the 83-86 mph range.
GameFace Elite's late-inning heroics equal win
10/3/2014
GameFace Elite scored three in the top of the 6th inning to down DawgPound 3-1 Friday night.
Luke Allen (2015, Winder, GA) and Jacob Fincher (2015, Jefferson, GA) drove in runs in GameFace's three-run 6th. Teammate Justice Leonardo (2015, Suwanee, GA) recorded the game's only extra-base hit -- a triple in the 5th inning.
LHP Bailey Mixon (2015, Lawrenceville, GA) struck out seven in 5.2 innings for GameFace. The southpaw threw 70-73 mph, peaking at 75. Mixon also flashed a mid-60s curve.
2B/RHP Edgar Nunez (2016, Odessa, FL) worked all 7.0 innings for the DawgPound, striking out four. He fired fastballs in the 75-79 mph range.
Cangelosi Black pounds-out 12 hits in 9-1 win
10/3/2014
Cangelosi Black 2015 recorded 12 hits and scored in five different innings in their 9-1 win over Chirp Baseball Friday night.
Eric Hansen (2015, Homer Glen, IL) and Richard Bryza (2015, Plainfield, IL) recorded multi-hit games to lead the Cengelosi offense. Hansen also stole a base and displayed a short, compact swing while driving in two runs, while Bryza showed gap power with a double. He also scored twice. Matthew Gruber (2015, Yorkville, IL) hit a two-run triple in the 4th inning, one of six extra-base hits by Cangelosi.
RHP Brenton Villasenor (2015, Lemont, IL) pitched all 7.0 innings for Cangelosi, striking out seven. He displayed good command and was around the plate with all his pitches, throwing 77-80 with armside run. Villasenor also flashed an upper-60s curve and a low-70s changeup.
Cobb K's 15 in Astros' 3-1 win
10/3/2014
West Virginia commit RHP Connor Bennett (2015, Buford, GA) struck out 15 batters and Chipola College commit Isaac Phillips (2015, Powder Springs, GA) recorded a two-run single in East Cobb Baseball Astros' 3-1 win over CStixx Friday night.
Bennett worked quickly in his 6.0 innings, attacking hitters with a fastball in the 87-89 mph range, peaking at 90. He also flashed a mid-70s curve. He walked one and scattered three hits, throwing 61 of 86 pitches for strikes (71 percent).
Georgia commit Zac Kristofak (2016, Marietta, GA) struck out two in his 1.0 inning of relief. Kristofak displayed a live arm, firing strikes in the 87-90 mph range.
RHP Casey Cobb (2015, Hamilton, GA) fanned five in as many innings for CStixx. The 6-foot-1, 185-pounder worked in the 82-87 mph range, peaking at 91. He also showed a low-70s curve.
Reds defeat Team Elite 17's Black
10/3/2014
The Southeast Reds defeated Team Elite 17's Black 11-1 to earn their first win of the tournament. Leadoff man, Wesley Leamon (2015, Dlberville Senior HS, MS), went 3-4 with 1 double and 3 runs scored. Joshua Lewis (2016, Theadore HS, AL) helped power the offense going 1-3 with a 3-run home run and William Freeman (2016, Faith Academy HS, AL) added in a 2-4 with 1 double, 2 runs scored and 3 RBI. Jacob Lewis also showed well going 3-4 with 1 triple, 2 runs scored and 1 RBI. Hayden Hamm (2016, Pascagoula HS, MS) continued the big offensive day going 2-4 with 1 run scored, 2 RBI and 1 stolen base.
Mississippi State commit, Konnor Pilkington (2015, East Central HS, MS), earned the win for the Reds tossing 4 innings allowing just 1 run on 2 hits and 1 walk, while recording 10 strikeouts. Pilkington used good command and used a bulldog mentality on the mound and he was aggressive with his 77-83/84 mph fastball, also mixing in a 65-69 mph curveball that had good depth and a 74-78 mph changeup.
For Team Elite, Justin Phillips (2016, Kennesaw Mountain HS, GA) went 1-3 with 1 RBI and Shane Smith (2016, Hebron Christian Academy HS, GA) went 1-2 with 1 double, 1 run scored and 1 walk.
Hill K's 8 as Nelson tops Twins
10/3/2014
The Nelson Baseball School 17U defeated the Georgia Twins 9-0 in their first game of the tournament. Chris Hill (2015, Cass HS, GA) started and earned the win for Nelson going 6 shutout innings allowing just 4 hits, while striking out 8 batters. Hill featured a 73-75/79 mph fastball and mixed in a 64-65 mph curveball.
P J Reardigan (2016, Mt Paran Christian HS, GA) led the way for Nelson going 2-2 with 1 double, 1 run scored and 2 RBI. Daniel Dolensky (2016, Kennesaw Mountain HS, GA) added in a 1-1 day with 1 run scored, 1 RBI, 1 stolen base and 1 walk. Thomas Leffew (2016, South Cobb HS, GA) added in a 1-3 day with 1 run scored and 1 RBI.
For the Twins, Dylan Thompson (2016, Northgate HS, GA) and Nicholas Kempf (2017, Northgate HS, GA) each went 1-2 with 1 single.
Blue Jays and Twisters tie
10/3/2014
The Atlanta Blue Jays tied the Tennessee Twisters 4-4.
Darius Sewell (2015, Lakeside HS, GA) led the way for the Blue Jays' offense going 1-3 with a 2-run home run. Tristonn Leggett (2015, Chapel Hill HS, GA) added in a 1-3 day with 1 double and 2 runs scored, while Myles Moran () went 1-3 with 1 double.
Blue Jays' reliever, Zachary Shirey (2015, Homeschooled, TX), impressed tossing 3 1/3 no-hit innings allowing just 1 walk, while recording 6 strikeouts. Shirey showed impressive velocity on the mound with a 86-89 mph fastball with a 73 mph curveball.
For the Twisters, Seth Bertorelli (2017, Lincoln County HS, TN) scored 1 run, stole 1 base with 2 walks. Cameron McCoy (2016, Lincoln County HS, TN) also showed well going 1-3 with 1 RBI.
Gamers walk-off with win
10/3/2014
The BigStix Gamers 18U defeated Blue Collar Baseball 5-4 thanks to a 7th inning walk-off RBI double from Durret. Cale Gibson (2015, Ola HS, GA) also helped power the offense going 1-3 with a 2-run home run. Leadoff man, Terrell, added in a 1-2 day with 1 double, 2 runs scored with 1 walk.
Middle Tennessee State commit, Anthony AJ Spencer (2015, Union Grove HS, GA), earned the win in relief, tossing 1 1/3 perfect innings and striking out 3 batters featuring a 86-89 mph fastball and a 70-73 mph curveball. He also showed well at the plate going 2-3 with 1 run scored, 1 RBI and 3 stolen bases.
For Blue Collar, Drew Hudgins (2017, Strong Rock Christian School, GA) went 2-3 with 1 double, 1 run scored and 2 RBI, while Chase Ellison (2016, Griffin HS, GA) went 1-2 with 2 RBI and 1 walk.
Tobin tosses no-hitter in TGBA W
10/3/2014
TGBA Blue Borcherding defeated Team Elite 16's Black 10-0 in their first game of the tournament. Colby Tobin (2016, Alpharetta HS, GA) started and earned the win for TGBA tossing 5 no-hit innings allowing just 1 hit, while striking out 3 batters. Tobin featured a 77-81/82 mph fastball and mixed in a 72-75 mph slider and a 71-75 mph changeup.
Northwestern commit, Jack Dunn (2015, Blessed Trinity Catholic HS, GA), led the way for the TGBA offense going 3-3 with 1 triple, 1 double, 2 runs scored with 2 RBI. Georgia commit, Tucker Maxwell (2016, Lambert HS, GA), went 1-3 with a 2-run home run and Parker Scruggs (2016, Lambert HS, GA) went 1-1 with 1 run scored and 2 RBI. Luke Maddox (2015, Gainsville HS, GA), a Mississippi commit, added in a 2-3 day with 1 triple, 2 runs scored, 1 RBI and 1 stolen base. Also having a big day for the offense was Corey Campbell (2016, North Forsyth HS, GA) who went 1-2 with 1 double and 1 run scored.
Galloway powers Banditos to W
10/3/2014
The Georgia Banditos defeated the East Cobb Padres 6-2 in their first game of the tournament. Will Galloway (2015, Blessed Trinity Catholic HS, GA) helped power the offense going 2-3 with 1 home run, 1 run scored and 2 RBI. Leadoff man, and South Carolina commit, Elijah Willingham (2015, Paulding County HS, GA), added in a 3-3 day with 2 triples, 2 runs scored, 2 RBI and 2 stolen bases. Austin Godfrey (2015, South Paulding HS, GA) showed well with a short, compact swing going 1-3 with 1 double and 1 run scored.
Griffin Shea (2015, Blessed Trinity Catholic HS, GA) started and earned the win for the Banditos going 4 shutout innings allowing 3 hits and no walks, while recording 5 strikeouts. Shea used a short arm action and pitched down hill with a 78-82/83 mph sinking fastball that had good sinking action and a 67-70 mph curveball.
For the Padres, Jakaeron Williams (2016, Sprayberry HS, GA) 2-3 with a solo home run and Connor Caldwell (2016, Sequoyah HS, GA) went 2-3.