Black Bear Classic Top Performers - Day 5

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Mathew Westbrook (‘27, GA) • RHP • Uncommitted • 6’2 195lb

Westbrook showed up for the ECB Astros, as he throw a CG 1 hit shutout in the semifinals. Strong build RHP, works w/ high leg lift, full stroke and H3/4 arm slot. Moves extremely well down the mound. Able to tunnel his secondaries off of the FB well, and threw them consistently for strikes. Created a lot of weak contact w/ his defense turning 3 DPs behind him. Fielded his position well. 

6 IP / 1 H / 0 R / 3 BB / 6 K 

FB: 88 mph / 2300+ rpm / 16.8” IVB / 3.9” HB / Cut Ride

CH: 74 mph / 1600 rpm 

SWP: 76 mph / 2400+ rpm / 2.9” IVB / -15.7 HB

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Braylon Bolton (‘28,GA) • RHP/Utility • 6’2 165lb

Lanky build with room to grow and plenty of physical projection ahead. At the plate, starts from an upright stance with a toe tap load and a direct, efficient swing path, showing feel for the barrel and developing gap-to-gap power. As he adds strength, the frame and swing mechanics point to real power potential.

3 for 4 / 2R/ 2RBI

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Hampton Renfrow (‘28,SC) • MIF • 5’7 165lb

Upright stance, starting with a pre-coil into the back leg, creating tension and setting up a strong base for the swing. Utilizes a low leg lift to stay balanced and on time, followed by clean hip rotation to generate torque through the zone. Employs a slight uphill swing path, shows mature body control and intent through contact, with the ability to adjust and stay through the ball. Athletic swing with room for continued development and impact as strength is added.

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Albert Casmere (‘28,GA) • 1B • 6’1 210lb

Physical presence in the box at 6’1” 210lb with a strong, well-developed lower half, with clear power upside. Starts from an upright stance, showing advanced body control as he stays back into the hip before unleashing a powerful move through the zone. Uses an uphill swing path to create lift and leverage. Swing is explosive yet controlled, showing the ability to do damage when he gets the barrel out front. Middle-of-the-order potential with the strength and bat speed to impact the game offensively. 

3 for 5 / 2R / 2RBI

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Rylan Kennedy (‘27, MS) • RHP • 6’ 185 lb

Kennedy had an spectacular day on the bump delivering a dominant performance in the championship game. High leg lift, full stroke and H3/4 arm angle. Moves well down the mound with a high effort delivery. Was dominant through his start keeping the opposition off the barrel. CUT shape to the FB that made for an uncomfortable AB, especially for LHHs when he could get it in on their hands. Extremely efficient as he kept his pitch count low and pitched to contact. Key piece in their win as the Astros claim the championship .

6 IP / 5 H / 0 ER / 0 B / 2 K

FB: 88mph / 2000+ rpm / 14.8” IVB / -1.5” HB / Cut Ride

CB: 73mph / 2300+ rpm / -10.5” IVB / -14.7” HB

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Jacob Sammis (‘27, GA) • SS • 6’1” 185 lb

Sammis had it going today in the final day of the Black Bear Classic. Athletic RHH with a lot of room to fill out. Uses an athletic stance with a controlled hover, able to stay connected finding barrels with ease. Tallied a couple of hits two of them having an EV of 95+. A great player to follow as he continues to mature and fill out. 

3-7 / 2 R / 1 RBI / 1 SB

1B: 97 mph EV / 11.9° LA / 228 ft

3B: 98 mph EV / 25.9° LA / 343 ft

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