Blake
Bantum

Blake Bantum: C/OF, (2025) Archbishop Hoban, OH. 5-foot-9, 170-pound. (74.1 mph bat speed average). (17.7 mph hand speed average). Began in a balanced athletic stance with a controlled load, then used a quick stride. Bat speed is efficient, displays a loose level swing plane and high finish. Solid recorded an outfield position velocity of 81 mph; had soft hands, consistent footwork, and a natural exchange. Fields the ball out front, movements laterally were athletic. Behind the plate, he recorded a position velocity of 74 mph during throw downs; shows sure hands, a clean transfer, and consistent feet. recorded pop times of 2.03-2.12. Some flexibility and quiet setup. Had a high ¾ slot and a loose arm action.   

Blake Bantum: C/OF, (2025) Archbishop Hoban, OH. 5-foot-8, 135-pound. Solid during batting practice, the right-handed hitter's best exit velocity was 81 mph. (62.5 mph bat speed average). (16.3 mph hand speed average). Began in an athletic stance with a smooth load, then used a controlled stride. Bat speed was average, and used a simple short swing plane. Barreled up multiple balls during the round. Up the middle approach. While catching, he made throws to second at velocities up to 70 mph. Solid in the outfield, he showed the ability to make throws to the bases at 67 mph; had athletic aggressive footwork, a quick exchange, and sure hands. Behind the plate, he produced a position velocity of 70 mph during throw downs; had a pop time of 2.06-2.17. Recorded a time of 8.11 in the 60-yard dash.