Black Bear Classic - Data Scope

Braxton Sherrouse, Palmetto Blacksmith 2027 Faulkner (2027, RHP)

Braxton Sherrouse showcased a well-rounded arsenal at the Black Bear Classic, led by a fastball that averaged 83.6 MPH, T86.5. The pitch featured 16.8" of IVB, 6.2" of arm-side run, and spin over 2100 RPM, giving it quality shape and life at the top of the zone. He paired it with a sweeping slider at 73.0 MPH (-8.7 HB, -3.1 IVB, 2140 RPM), thrown from a consistent release height and extension for effective tunneling. Sherrouse also flashed a high-spin curveball at 73.7 MPH (2230 RPM) with two-plane depth, rounding out a mature pitch mix that played well across his 70-pitch sample

William Parker, On Deck O's 2026-Hill (2026, RHP)

William Parker worked with a compact three-pitch mix at the Black Bear Classic, leaning heavily on a high-carry fastball that averaged 84.1 MPH and topped at 86.9. The pitch stood out for its 19.1 inches of induced vertical break and 2128 RPM of spin, allowing it to generate ride through the zone and challenge hitters up. Parker mixed in a short-breaking slider at 72.3 MPH (-4.5 HB, -3.4 IVB), and also flashed a low-velocity changeup with minimal movement separation. As seen below, Parker commanded the zone well, finding the the lower corners of the strike zone consistently.

Camden Finley, Palmetto Blacksmiths 2027 Faulkner (2027, RHP)

Camden Finley showed one of the deeper pitch mixes at the Black Bear Classic, throwing four pitches with distinct movement and velocity separation. His fastball sat 85.2 MPH (T89.3) with nearly 15 inches of IVB and 9 inches of arm-side run — a solid foundation that helped set up his offspeed. His best swing-and-miss pitch was a mid-70s curveball (-12.0" HB, -5.7" IVB) with tight spin at 2099 RPM, earning a 100% Whiff rate in limited usage. Finley’s changeup also flashed above-average shape, thrown at 80.7 MPH with over 10 inches of fade and 12.2 inches of vertical break. The ability to create movement in multiple directions made Finley a tough read for hitters.

Jackson Carter, Klutch Baseball 18U Spearman (2025, RHP)

Jackson Carter brought a three-pitch arsenal to the Black Bear Classic, highlighted by a fastball that he leaned on heavily throughout his outing. Carter’s fastball sat 82.0 MPH (T85.9) with over 17.6 inches of IVB and 9.4 inches of arm-side run, showing solid vertical profile and carry through the zone. His most effective pitch was a sweeping slider thrown at 72.1 MPH with -11.2 inches of horizontal break and over 2130 RPM, generating a 66.7% Whiff rate and 38.5% CSW — a true swing-and-miss pitch. He also mixed in a changeup that flashed 10.9 HB and 14.8 inches of IVB at 75.1 MPH, creating strong separation off the fastball.

Scott, Diamond Devils 16U Scheno, (2028, RHP)

Scott brought a deep four-pitch arsenal to the mound, headlined by a fastball at 81.8 MPH with 15 inches of IVB and 11 inches of arm-side run. His fastball was complemented by a high movement slider at 72.1 MPH (-10.9 HB, -1.8 IVB, 2384 RPM), a high-spin curveball at 70.5 MPH (-13.3 HB, -8.9 IVB, 2417 RPM), and a great changeup which he effectively lowered the Spin Rate (1565) while maintaining great horizontal movement (13.5 HB).

Hitters

Eddie Martinez, Jsizzles/Figs 18U (2026, RHH)

Eddie Martinez consistently found the barrel at the Black Bear Classic, recording three batted balls over 90 MPH, including his tournament-best 96.9 MPH max exit velocity and a peak carry of 276.98 feet. Martinez’s contact came off a variety of pitch types. His loudest swings resulted in deep line drives and well-struck fly balls, showing a bat capable of producing game-impacting contact throughout the tournament.

Notable Batted Balls:

• 96.91 EV, 16.02° LA, 275.39’
• 96.42 EV, 20.57° LA, 265.59’
• 93.53 EV, 15.66° LA, 268.36’

Jesua Encarnacion, Jsizzles/Figs 18U (2026, RHH)

Jesua Encarnacion showcased impressive power and contact ability at the Black Bear Classic, recording three batted balls over 90 MPH and a total of nine over 80 MPH. He posted a max exit velocity of 96.5 MPH paired with a towering 314.9-foot carry, one of the longest distances in the tournament. Encarnacion displayed a balanced hit profile, tallying two singles and a double while maintaining consistent quality contact across fastballs and breaking pitches. His spray chart shows strong pull power:

Sebastian Rivera, Jsizzles/Figs 18U (2025, RHH)

Sebastian Rivera was one of the most impactful hitters at the Black Bear Classic, delivering three batted balls over 90 MPH — including a tournament-best 100.6 MPH rocket with 237 feet of carry. He recorded three total hits, including a double, and consistently generated loud contact regardless of pitch type. Rivera also showed the ability to stay through the zone, with his 92.8 MPH single off a slider and a 90.0 MPH liner off a fastball further underscoring his feel for timing and barrel control.

Notable Batted Balls:

• 100.63 EV, 12.93° LA, 237.35’ 
• 92.77 EV, 4.69° LA, 94.98’
• 90.03 EV, -0.21° LA, 48.32’
  
  

Graham Coleman, Palmetto Blacksmiths 2027 Faulkner (2027, RHH)

Graham Coleman put together one of the most complete offensive showings at the Black Bear Classic, tallying nine batted balls over 80 MPH, including five over 85 MPH and a two  north of 90MPH. He reached a max exit velocity of 93.7 MPH and a max carry tournament at 323.5 feet — a towering deep fly off a fastball launched at 34° of vertical angle. Coleman showed the ability to square up a variety of pitches, notching four singles and two doubles.

His spray chart shows a very impressive ability to hit the ball hard up the middle. 

Notable Batted Balls:

• 93.68 EV, 8.73° LA, 155.03’
• 91.09 EV, 33.97° LA, 323.46’ 
• 86.67 EV, 30.63° LA, 305.87’ 
• 84.14 EV, 20.40° LA, 267.94’ 
• 83.19 EV, 34.63° LA, 276.65’