Andres
Castro

Andres Castro, Pusch Ridge Christian (AZ), 2024
Positional Profile: RHP/3B Standout at this event. Strength and size with above average arm strength. Big upside on the mound.
Body: 6-1, 200-pounds. Strong build with strength in lower half.
Hit: RHH. Balanced in set up. Base is outside of shoulder width with a bend in the knees. Hands held just above the back shoulder. Uses a small up and down stride and hits from a balanced position. Good hand speed with a downhill bat path. Likes the ball out over the plate that he can get extended on, gets a little bunched up on balls on the inner half.
Power: 92.2 max exit velocity, averaged 81 mph. 308’ max distance. Best contact is to the gaps. Ball comes off the bat with true flight.
Arm: RH. INF - 86 mph. Above average arm strength, showed to be his best tool. Throws from a 3/4 slot, ability to throw from lower slots.
Defense: Good rhythm while fielding, stays in motion, feet rarely get stationary. Glove work is average, plays best from the corners.
Run: 7.60 runner in the 60.