LATEST PG SHOWCASE REPORT
2023 13U/14U Sunshine West Showcase
Austin Gerken is a 2027 C/RHP/IF with an athletic 5-10 189 lb. frame from Orange, CA who attends Mater Dei. Started the event off clocking a 7.42 60-yard dash. A primary catcher that pitches. Gerken was one of the best catchers at the event. Shows athleticism in his set up behind the plate, active feet, clean transfers and a strong accurate arm. Offensively, he has a strong presence in the box with excellent rhythm and timing. There is some present bat speed with over the fence power potential. Showed pull-side pop in his BP round where he was able to barrel it up consistently with backspin. On the mound Gerken features a 3-pitch mix (FB, CB, CH) out of a 3/4 slot. Shows a clean repeatable delivery. Works linear down the mound attacking hitters with fastballs early in the count. Secondary offerings play well off of the fastball. Hitters were off balance. Worked one inning, striking out one topping out at 82 MPH. Excellent student.