Hunter
Austra

Physical: Strong, muscular 5-foot-11, 182lb frame. 7.83 runner in the 60.

Offensively: RHH. Crouched, spread stance that stays grounded throughout, pre-set bat position on top of shoulder. Utilized a simple leg-lift stride to initiate the swing through a flat, connected path into zone. Hit behind the front side and transferred energy to LCF gap; posted T93MPH exit velo at 317FT.

Defensively: The primary catcher featured A/AVG movements from crouch. Quick feet were replaced underneath and fast hands got rid of the ball. Accurate 1.95-2.05 pops at 79MPH, really defends.

Physical: Strong, proportional 5-foot-11, 182lb frame. 7.71 runner in the 60-yard dash.

Offensively: RHH. Spread, athletic stance, as the hands operated loosely above the head. Utilized a leg-lift stride on time with a barrel-tip to initiate the swing through a flat, rotational path into the hitting zone. Maintained plane towards the finish, delivering an accurate line-drive approach up to a T93 mph exit velocity (90 mph AVG). Showed off a heightened power skill set that did not lack intent (354 feet).

Defensively: The primary backstop featured advanced feel behind the plate. Feel to receive in the pocket with a soft glove-hand and transferred energy through the front side on the catch-and-throw. Clean exchange that got up to a H ¾ slot and carried to the target (1.97-2.09, 75 mph).

Physical: Strong, athletic 5-foot-11, 182lb frame. 7.68 runner in the 60-yard dash.

Offensively: RHH. Above-average width to the stance with a high hand-set to begin. Good stretch in the load and deep barrel slot while matching plane, creating instant rotational power through the hitting zone (slight uphill path). Natural plate coverage and feel to keep the front side in over the middle-outer tier. Posted a T94 mph bat-exit velocity with 89 mph AVG, 365 foot batted ball distance, and 67% sweet spot rate. Two-handed, easy finish allows bat-head to stay in the zone for length. 

Defensively: The primary backstop displayed sub-2.00 pop times in showcase setting from a traditional crouch. Hip mobility showed well, as did the exchange, working in/out of the glove up to 77 mph from a H ¾ slot. Carried success over to game action, throwing out 4 base-runners over the two day period.

Physical: 5-foot-11, 192 pounds; Lean, muscular build. 7.46 runner in the 60.

Offensively: RHH. Even setup, with feet wide spread; flat bat to start. Drops hands on the way back with an up and down stride for timing. Stays behind the ball while showing a strong lower half. Showed a compact swing path with a high finish.  More line drives than flyballs and groundballs with a peak exit velocity of 92 MPH via Trackman.

Defensively: Starts with a balanced setup; utilizing a one knee approach while staying low during receiving. Hands are soft while standing up during transfer. Short take back from a high/over the top arm slot. 1.97-2.07 pop times. C - 78 MPH.

Physical: Strong, athletic 5-foot-11, 192lb frame with muscular proportions. 7.73 runner in the 60-yard dash.

Offensively: RHH - Even, shoulder-width stance as the weight favors the front-side to start. Utilized a controlled leg-lift stride to initiate a fluid, heavy barrel through a slightly uphill path into the hitting zone. Produced loft in the approach, able to stay inside the ball and turn over the rear hip for distance to the pull-side of the field. Showcased good bat control, hitting the ball flush with consistency en route to a 50% line drive rate. Will project as a strong middle of the order presence with doubles power and a chance to hit for average as well down the road (T93 mph bat-exit velocity via Trackman). Mature at-bats in game and sat on zones/pitches early in counts. 

Defensively: The primary backstop displayed above-average defensive skills from a lower, traditional crouch position. Received cleanly with subtle actions at the catch, as pop times ranged from 1.92-1.95 with directional, efficient footwork towards the target. Repeated well and held posture on the release at a H ¾ slot (78 mph arm, carry).

Physical: Strong, uber-athletic 5-foot-11, 192lb frame with natural feel for his body in all phases. 7.52 runner in the 60-yard dash. 

Offensively: RHH - Balanced, even stance with the hands tight by the ear to start. Utilized a short leg hang to initiate a highly-efficient, slightly uphill path into the hitting zone with easy turns over the backside hip. Matched pitch-plane early with ability to adjust on pitches thrown in any quadrant. Extra-base hit threat finding connection, extension at impact and notched an impressive 63% line drive rate per Trackman during one of the top batting practice rounds at the PA State Games. Added a T93 mph bat-exit velocity that translates to consistent, hard contact in game action. Middle of the order presence able to situationally hit and collect RBI’s. 

Defensively: The primary catcher featured a wide, controlled crouched position from traditional, receiving with a soft/subtle glove hand on the corners. Pop times ranged from 1.90-1.95 in showcase setting with advanced footwork getting in the ground immediately coupled with fluid transfers to the ear. Accurate, carrying arm strength (T75 mph) that found the bag with consistency, tough to run on in catch/throw phase. Simple blocking technique, burying the baseball over the plate with soft/down walls. Complete backstop that can affect the game on either side of the ball. 

Physical: 5’10 192 lb C ran a 7.73 laser timed 60-yard dash. Solid build with good athleticism. Moves well in the box and behind the plate.

Offensively: Starts with a wide base before lifting the front leg creating timing with the pitch. Hands stay close to the body through the load before firing off inside the ball. Has a slight uppercut with the barrel through the ball.

Defensively: Received from both a new school and old school stance. Has a clean transfer and keeps his center of gravity low throughout the throw. Good arms strength and good accuracy on throws. Never seems to get out of control.