SHIPYARD PBR SHOWDOWN: DAY 4
March 7, 2024
Back for its 6th consecutive year, The Shipyard/PBR Showdown HS preseason tournament is bigger and better than ever. Featuring ia very talent group which includes 12 of the top teams from across the state of South Carolina.
The event will take place Thursday February 29th through Sunday March 3rd all at the immaculate Shipyard Park complex. This waterfront venue is a one of a kind treat that offers un-rivaled experiences, views, and memories made for both players and spectators alike.
Below are are notes and videos of some standouts from each team in the tournament.
SHIPYARD PBR SHOWDOWN - DAY 4
Cooper DeVries 2027 RHP/OF Eastside
DeVries impressed at the plate during the tournament, especially on Sunday. The big right-handed hitting outfielder was able to collect multiple hits against some good arms. He pulls the ball often and the ball jumps off of his bat. Plenty of potential at the plate and on the mound for this Freshman who is ranked 7th in the state for the class of 2027.
2027 Cooper DeVries RHP/OF@EHSDiamondEagl2 @CooperDeVries99
— Prep Baseball South Carolina (@PBR_SC) March 3, 2024
Squares this one up for a 1B into left. Ball jumps off the bat. 7th ranked player in the state for the 2027 class. #PBShipyardShowdown24 pic.twitter.com/dm56RKzzR7
Brady Gold 2025 INF Wando Wofford Commit
Gold had a very good week at the Shipyard in every part of the game. We knew about his potential going into the tournament from seeing him in the past and he did not disappoint. Had some tough luck at the plate but was able to get the barrel on the ball several times. His defense at SS is probably the most impressive part of his game. He has good hands and can make plays in the hole as well as moving to his left. He has enough arm to stay on that side of the infield. He also plays the game hard and is an above average runner.
Gavin MacDonald 2025 RHP/1B Legion
MacDonald got the ball for the last inning of the tournament for Legion. He came in relief in a big spot against Wando and was able to hold onto the tie. The big right-hander was 90-91 with the fastball and 79-81 with the slider. The stuff will play against any lineup and he has the potential to be dominant on the mound if he can locate the fastball consistently.
2025 Gavin MacDonald RHP@LegionCollegia1 @Gavin94341565
— Prep Baseball South Carolina (@PBR_SC) March 3, 2024
Impressive arm in relief for Legion. Comes in at 90-91 with the FB and 79-81 on the slider. #PBShipyardShowdown24 pic.twitter.com/ffaqKXjOwV
Kyle Stock 2024 RHP/INF James Island Coker Commit
Stock had a very good tournament on the mound for the Champion James Island Trojans. He pitched a few innings on Thursday but his biggest pitches came in relief in the Championship game on Sunday. He pitched the 6th and 7th innings to close things out and was 84-87 with the fastball. He throws a sharp slider that he does a good job locating. Stock is also a good defender on the infield and is going to have plenty of opportunities for big hits in the James Island order this year.
2024 Kyle Stock RHP/INF@JamesIslandBase @KyleStock14
— Prep Baseball South Carolina (@PBR_SC) March 3, 2024
Trying to get the last 6 outs for the Trojans.
FB: 84-87
SL: 74-76
Pitched well on Thursday as well. #PBShipyardShowdown24 pic.twitter.com/McGJTOgT3e
Andrew Palmer 2025 OF Oceanside Collegiate East Tennessee State Commit
The most dangerous hitter in the OCA lineup is simply Palmer. Has the ability and power to leave the yard at any point in the game and in any count. Flashes elite bat speed keeping the barrel in the zone for an extended time. Big/Physical/Athletic frame that moves well around the bases and in the field. LD approach for this tournament but has natural loft to the swing. G2G approach oftentimes will stretch hits into extra base hits due to the speed.
‘25 Andrew Palmer adds to his already impressive day with a single here. @Landshark_Base @11AndrewPalmer @ETSU_Baseball Commit #FG23 Alum #PBShipyardShowdown24 pic.twitter.com/cB3ayDwakV
— Prep Baseball South Carolina (@PBR_SC) March 3, 2024
- SC Super Sophomore Games: SC Trackman Pitching Leaders 8/14/24
- SC Super Sophomore Games: SC Trackman Hitting Leaders 8/13/24
- SC Super Sophomore Games: SC Pitcher Quick Hits 8/12/24
- SC Super Sophomore Games: SC Workout Day Quick Hits 8/08/24
- SC SUPER SOPHOMORE GAMES: South Carolina Stat Story 8/07/24