Prep Baseball Report

Commitment Q&A: Jack Silverman picks Yavapai


Jordon Banfield
Arizona Scouting Director

PBR Arizona sat down with recent Yavapai commit 2018 C/1B Jack Silverman to talk about his decision making process and what sold him on the 2016 NJCAA National Champs.  As always please email [email protected] or direct message @PBRArizona with any news or commitment info.

 

Jack Silverman

Class of 2018 / C

Player Information

  • Graduating Class: 2018
  • Primary Position: C
    Secondary Position: 1B
  • High School: Desert Mountain
    State: AZ
  • Summer Team: Warriors Baseball/Dbacks Scout
  • Height: 6-2
    Weight: 215lbs
  • Bat/Throw: R/R

Statistics

Position
7.75
60-yard
1.94 - 2.02
Pop Time
78
C Velo
88
Exit Velo

Scouting Report

10/29/17 – 6-foot-2, 215-pound frame with sloping shoulders and proportional strength. Body composition continues to improve. Hits from relaxed setup with good balance, glides forward into contact creating good separation. Generates impressive bat speed for bigger bodied prospect; 88 mph exit velocity. Continues to improve defensively and was the top performing catcher at this event. Turned in a best pop time of 1.94 with a short, quick arm action that generates solid carry. Quiet receiver has a chance to stay behind the plate at the next level.

10/13/17 - Silverman took the impressive BP we saw earlier in the fall and translated in to the game with multiple loud barrels. The thing that stands out most is the bat speed he produces from a big body. His defense is also improved behind the plate and it appears he may have a chance to be a contributor there as well as at 1B. 

9/20/17 - Big thick frame looked every bit of listed 6'2 210. Displayed impressive combination of raw power and bat speed in BP.  


 

PBR: Why did you choose Yavapai?  
Silverman: I chose Yavapai because they are known for developing players to become D1/Pro guys. I also chose Yavapai because it is about an hour from home, which is nice for my family and they get to see me play as much as they want.

PBR: What other schools were you considering? 
Silverman: I was considering local junior colleges, along with some D2 and D1’s on the west coast.

PBR: Where did the coaching staff first see you? How did your relationship develop with them?
Silverman: I played against Coach Cougill and his staff in a Wednesday night game with the D-Backs, they liked what they saw and followed me throughout the fall. 

PBR: Who has helped you the most to get to where you are today?
Silverman: I cannot decide just one person who has helped me the most to get where I am today so I have many people that have helped me. The endless support from my girlfriend Molli, my best friend Harrison, and the best parents I could ask for. Howard Falco for improving my mental game, and Damion Easley and Rex Gonzalez. Damion and Rex have helped me develop my hitting and helped me understand the game to another level. 

PBR: Who do you play for in the summer/fall and what has that experience been like? 
Silverman: I have been playing with the Warriors ever since I have been 13 years old. It’s been a blessing to play with some great guys and even better players throughout the 5 years I have been with them. I also played with the D-Backs Scout team throughout the fall, playing against jucos every Wednesday night was something very special. 

PBR: What impact does the coaching staff see you making as a freshman?
Silverman: The Yavapai coaching staff sees my bat as a big impact to the lineup, along with being able to contribute defensively behind the plate. 

PBR: How was your experience at the PBR Fall Prospect Showcase?
Silverman: My experience at the PBR showcase was great. Mr. Banfield along with the PBR guys run a great showcase with a lot of opportunities to play at the next level.

PBR: What is your most memorable baseball moment to date?
Silverman: My most memorable baseball memory was definitely Jupiter this past October with the D-Backs. We came in 3rd place out of 88 teams. I cannot thank Rex, Pat, and the rest of the D-Backs organization enough for that opportunity of a lifetime. 

PBR: Who is the toughest pitcher you have faced in Arizona?
Silverman: The toughest pitcher I have faced in Arizona is hands down, Matt Liberatore. The kid has big stuff and it was great catching him at the area code tryouts, by far the best pitcher in the 2018 class; no ifs, ands or buts.