Dudes of the Weekend: Week 9
Hitters
Andrew Isdale (Slammers Blitzer)
Slammers Blitzer’s Andrew Isdale had an eye-popping weekend at the plate on his way to having the most RBI in any Five Tool event. The uncommitted 2022 from Chaparral (CO) utilized a gap-to-gap approach to destroy baseballs to and over the wall. The RHH has a very clean stroke and gets great extension through the ball, allowing him to easily tap into his natural power and hit four-baggers. This kid has an excellent approach at the plate and will only get better as he matures physically.
Event: Five Tool California San Diego Show
Stat Line: 8-14, 2 2B, 3 HR, 17 RBI, 4R, 2 BB
Yard work💪🏽@Slammersbasball Bitzer’s Andrew Isdale (@Aisdale19) caps off his weekend with a solo blast to center for his 3rd long ball of the tourney. #FiveToolPower
Chaparral (CO) 2022 #uncommitted pic.twitter.com/3cxHnPhhyg
— Five Tool California (@FiveToolCA) July 25, 2021
Evan Brown (Boise Baseball Academy 16U)
Boise Baseball Academy 16U’s Evan Brown put on a launch angle clinic in the mountains at the Colorado Regional Championships. The uncommitted 2024 from Boise (ID) showcased plus power to center and the pull side with all but one of hits being for extra bases. The right-handed hitter has a very deep load with his backside and hands which allows him to explode with the zone and generate that beautiful launch angle repeatedly.
Event: Five Tool Colorado Regional Championships
Stat Line: 7-14, 3 2B, 3 HR, 9 RBI, 9R, 3 BB, 3 SB
Hammered!!@BBABeasts 16U’s Evan Brown does it AGAIN crushing this 3-run home run deep to left for his 3rd dinger of the tourney. #FiveToolPower #DudeAlert
Boise (ID) 2024 #uncommitted pic.twitter.com/qhiFf9DSUD
— Five Tool Colorado (@FiveToolCO) July 25, 2021
Harrison Acquaro (Offseason Baseball 16U)
Offseason Baseball 16U’s Harrison Acquaro set himself apart from the competition at the plate this weekend at the Five Tool World Series. The uncommitted 2023 from Strake Jesuit (TX) employed a very mature approach and sprayed line drives in the gaps with ease to fill up the stat sheet. The right-handed hitter has a very physical frame and stays within his swing to easily hit balls where they’re pitched. He’s advanced offensively for his age and college scouts need to take notice of this kid.
Event: Five Tool World Series
Stat Line: 8-13, 2B, 3B, HR, 8 RBI, 4R, 2 BB
.@OFFSEASON_BB 16U’s Harrison Acquaro (@H_acquaro) stays back on this pitch and drives it the other way for a two-run double.
Strake Jesuit (TX) 2023 #uncommitted pic.twitter.com/jCp4lxnN0K
— ✭Five Tool Texas✭ (@FiveToolTexas) July 21, 2021
Elliot Fullmer (Trosky Texas 2024 Teaff)
Trosky Texas 2024 Teaff’s Elliot Fullmer found a way to get on base in nearly every plate appearance this weekend at the Five Tool World Series. The uncommitted 2024 from Lamar (TX) reached base in 10/12 plate appearances and did it without striking out a single time. The RHH looks very relaxed with his setup in the box, but once he engages he uses his quick hands and compact cut to hit balls with high exit velo. He’s a kid with prototypical size for the corner infield and can be a scary offensive prospect when he adds even more strength onto his frame.
Event: Five Tool World Series
Stat Line: 7-9, 3 2B, 3B, 9 RBI, 3R, 3 BB, SB
.@Troskytexas 2024 Teaff's Elliot Fullmer (@FullmerElliot) mashes a two-run double deep in the LCF gap.
Lamar (TX) 2024 #uncommitted pic.twitter.com/vHNXnqxVZc
— ✭Five Tool Texas✭ (@FiveToolTexas) July 22, 2021
Ryan Saunders (HP Baseball 2022 Williams)
HP Baseball 2022 Williams’ Ryan Saunders refused to go back to the dugout once he stepped into the box this weekend. The uncommitted 2022 from Clear Lake (TX) was patient and deliberate with his at bats but made the most of it when he made contact. The right-handed hitter has more moving parts in his swing than most, but the ball just sounds different when it comes off the bat with Ryan. He made repeated violent contact with the ball pole-to-pole and his 0/6, K/BB ratio on the weekend was unbelievable. This kid is a can’t miss prospect going into his final year of high school ball.
Event: Five Tool World Series
Stat Line: 7-8, 2 2B, HR, 7 RBI, 9R, 6 BB, 3 SB
Bye bye baseball!
@HPbaseball3 2022 Williams’ Ryan Saunders (@RyanSaun215) cranks a two-run home run to left. #FiveToolPower
Clear Lake (TX) 2022 #uncommitted pic.twitter.com/2z3CRRDxRe
— ✭Five Tool Texas✭ (@FiveToolTexas) July 22, 2021
David Cimmino (Hooks)
Hooks’ David Cimmino put on quite the show in the Five Tool Satellite World Series. The uncommitted 2022 from Copperas Cove (TX) proved to fit the role of a middle-of-the-order hitter as he racked up 11 RBI and blasted two home runs on Sunday afternoon. The RHP is quiet in the box and really lets his hands work to supply power and spray the ball all over the yard. This dude is an intriguing prospect that has plenty of room to build upon his already big power bat. In addition to an incredible display at the dish, Cimmino turned out a dominant outing on the mound as he racked up 11 strikeouts in 7 innings. Impressive stuff all around from this dude.
Event: Five Tool Satellite World Series
Stat Line: 9-14, 2 2B, 2 HR, 11 RBI, 4R, SB | 7 IP, 11K, 3H, 0 ER
Cimmino to the moon again🚀
Hooks’ David Cimmino sits on a breaking ball and launches ANOTHER moonshot over the left field wall for a solo homer! #FiveToolPower #DudeAlert
Copperas Cove (TX) 2022 #uncommitted pic.twitter.com/QhvRm0DHEx
— ✭Five Tool Texas✭ (@FiveToolTexas) July 25, 2021
Gavin Caldwell (Dallas Tigers Sharkey)
Dallas Tigers Sharkey’s Gavin Caldwell was an extra-base machine at the Five Tool Texas Satellite World Series. The uncommitted 2023 from Ennis (TX) showed off some serious wheels as five of his eight hits were triples. The RHH looked to drive the ball the other way all weekend and really peppered the power alleys in each at bat. Caldwell hopes to build off of an impressive summer campaign and make some noise in his junior season this spring.
Event: Five Tool Texas Satellite World Series
Stat Line: 8-13, 2B, 5 3B, 9 RBI, 5R
.@DTigerBaseball Sharkey’s Gavin Caldwell (@gavin_caldwell3) ropes a ball through the RCF gap and off the wall to bring in the go-ahead run with an RBI triple.
Ennis (TX) 2023 #uncommitted pic.twitter.com/kHlbSooYeP
— ✭Five Tool Texas✭ (@FiveToolTexas) July 25, 2021
Luke Ekdall (Premier Baseball Futures 2023 Allen)
Premier Baseball Futures’ Luke Ekdall had a great showing this weekend at the plate in the Five Tool World Series. The uncommitted 2023 from Bridgeland (TX) showed off the hit and power tool on his way to a very well-rounded performance. The RHH easily repeats very sound cuts to forcefully hit balls where they’re pitched. This kid can certainly tap into even more power and be a difference maker at the next level.
Event: Five Tool World Series
Stat Line: 8-11, 2 2B, HR, 6 RBI, 5R, SB
.@PBFutures 2023 Allen’s Luke Ekdall comes through with the bases loaded. Ekdall shoots a three-run double into the RCF gap to clear the bases. #FiveToolHitting
Bridgeland (TX) 2023 #uncommitted pic.twitter.com/xFWpdrRTcq
— ✭Five Tool Texas✭ (@FiveToolTexas) July 22, 2021
Caleb Boswell (PTG 17U Heath)
PTG 17U Heath’s Caleb Boswell stole the show with his offensive performance this weekend in the Satellite Series. The uncommitted 2023 from Permian (TX) was a menace to pitchers with his ability to make consistent hard contact and drive runners in. The right-handed hitter looks very relaxed in the box and uses his naturally strong hands to make concise cuts sending balls into gaps and over the wall. He is a valuable prospect with his ability to hit at the catcher position.
Event: Five Tool Satellite World Series
Stat Line: 11-22, 3 2B, 3 HR, 15 RBI, 8R, BB
.@PTG_Sports 17U Heath’s Caleb Boswell (@CalebBoswell8) slaps a hard liner into right for a two-run single.
Permian (TX) 2023 #uncommitted pic.twitter.com/LinvnjlOlB
— ✭Five Tool Texas✭ (@FiveToolTexas) July 25, 2021
Pitchers
Ethan Fidler (Force Baseball Club 16U White)
Force Baseball Club 16U White’s Ethan Fidler put together quite the outing on Saturday afternoon in the Five Tool California San Diego Show. The uncommitted 2023 from Mt. Carmel tossed a five inning perfect game and mixed and matched pitches effectively. The LHP relied on an elevated fastball to put hitters away. This dude turned in one of the best outings of the summer and looks to continue building momentum into the fall.
Event: Five Tool California San Diego Show
Stat Line: 5 IP, 8K, 0H, 0 ER, 0 BB
The man is PERFECT!@ForceSportsCA 16U White’s Ethan Fidler pitched one heck of a game. The LHP forced a lot of swings and misses collecting 8 strikeouts for the 5 inning PERFECT GAME! #DudeAlert
Mt. Carmel (CA) 2023 #uncommitted pic.twitter.com/03oF3cwCYn
— Five Tool California (@FiveToolCA) July 24, 2021
Cody Delvecchio (San Diego Longhorns 2022)
San Diego Longhorns 2022’s Cody Delvecchio was astounding in his no-hit performance this weekend in San Diego. The uncommitted 2022 from Mission Hills (CA) reached 90 MPH with his heater and paired it with a deadly slider making an un-hittable combination. The RHP isn’t the largest in stature at 5’10” so there is some effort in his delivery, but looks very natural and deliberate nonetheless. He without doubt can be a contributor to a college staff and will be a player to watch going into his senior year of high school.
Event: Five Tool California San Diego Show
Stat Line: 5 IP, 12K, oH, 0 ER
.@SD_Longhorns 2022’s Cody Delvecchio (@DelvecchioCody) absolutely shoved today at the @FiveToolCA San Diego Show. The RHP threw gas for 5 innings and struck out 12 with no hits. #DudeAlert
FB: 88-90
SL: 78-80
Pocket Radar Five Tool #90ClubMission Hills (CA) 2022 #uncommitted pic.twitter.com/QJ0N8CnJMb
— Five Tool Baseball (@FiveTool) July 22, 2021
Carter Shands (Dallas Tigers Cienega/Beavan 17U)
Dallas Tigers Cienega/Beavan 17U’s Carter Shands was a workhorse for his squad over multiple outings in his team’s championship run this weekend at the Five Tool World Series. The uncommitted 2022 from Aledo (TX) is a big kid a fastball-curveball mix and plenty of stamina to go deep into outings. The RHP utilizes his size to create a downhill angle on pitches which pairs with a swagger that is intimidating to hitters. He is a pitching prospect to watch in the coming season.
Event: Five Tool World Series
Stat Line: 9.1 IP, 17K, 7H, 0 ER
Solid outing from @DTigerBaseball Cienega/Beavan 17U RHP Carter Shands (@cartershands22) who finished with a line of 7 IP, 10K, 5H, R, 2 BB.
FB: 80-82, 83
CB: 68-69Aledo (TX) 2022 #uncommitted pic.twitter.com/bhjcmTGZzD
— ✭Five Tool Texas✭ (@FiveToolTexas) July 25, 2021
Brandon Arvidson (LBC National Moench)
LBC National Moench’s Brandon Arvidson was nearly perfect in his outing at the Five Tool World Series. The 2022 Texas State commit from Dripping Springs (TX) showcased an unreal four-pitch arsenal and heater up to 89 MPH which overpowered hitters with ease. The LHP has a very lanky frame at 6’4” 190 pounds and one of the more unique deliveries out there which makes all four pitches play up. This kid will be a problem at the next level when he further refines his delivery that already has him among the top left-handed prep arms in Texas.
Event: Five Tool World Series
Stat Line: 6 IP, 13K, H, 0 ER
.@LonestarBSBclub National Moench’s Brandon Arvidson (@arvidsonbrandon) was unreal at the #FiveToolWS.
The lefty finished with a line of 6 IP, 13K, H, 0R, BB.
FB: 85-87, 89
CB: 71-74
SL: 74-76
CH: 80-82Dripping Springs (TX) 2022 • @TxStateBaseball commit@FiveToolTexas pic.twitter.com/oNlRnzdvsS
— Five Tool Baseball (@FiveTool) July 25, 2021
Cody Templeton (LBC National Moench)
LBC National Moench’s Cody Templeton was very impressive as he went the distance in his outing this weekend at the Five Tool World Series. The uncommitted 2022 from Johnson (TX) filled up the zone throughout his appearance with a calculated demeanor. The LHP has a quicker delivery from the stretch and keeps hitters on their toes by supplementing the fastball with a curveball and changeup. He is a guy to watch going into his final season at the high school level.
Event: Five Tool World Series
Stat Line: 7 IP, 11K, 3H, 0 ER, 0 BB
Impressive outing from @LonestarBSBclub National Moench LHP Cody Templeton (@codytempleton1) who struck out ELEVEN in a complete game shutout win. #DudeAlert
FB: 80-82, 83
CB: 67-68
CH: 69-70Johnson (TX) 2022 #uncommitted #FiveToolWS / @FiveToolTexas pic.twitter.com/fgpZ9DLA7P
— Five Tool Baseball (@FiveTool) July 24, 2021
Ryan McClish (Dynasty 2022 Harvey)
Dynasty 2022 Harvey’s Ryan McClish dominated the opposition in his outing this weekend at the Five Tool World Series. The uncommitted 2022 from Kingwood (TX) showcased a three-pitch mix which prevented any runs from crossing the plate while he was on the bump. The RHP has a smooth delivery with some effort to get velo on the heater, but his slider is a disgusting sharp breaker making the changeup a nice bonus. He is a solid arm to watch out for in the coming season.
Event: Five Tool World Series
Stat Line: 5 IP, 11K, 3H, 0 ER
Lights out!
@DynastyShowcase 2022 Harvey’s Ryan McClish (@ryan_mcclish) has racked up 1️⃣1️⃣ strikeouts in 5 IP and has mixed pitches well.
FB: 83-85, 86
SL: 72-74
CH: 76Kingwood (TX) 2022 #uncommited#FiveToolWS / @FiveToolTexas pic.twitter.com/Rnzq3NsQYJ
— Five Tool Baseball (@FiveTool) July 22, 2021
David Womack (Canes Southwest Enos)
Canes Southwest Enos’ David Womack was lights out this past weekend in the Five Tool South Texas Summer Finale. The uncommitted 2025 from Lake Travis (TX) racked up swing and misses and commanded the fastball well. The RHP has an impressive frame that he will only continue to grow into over the next few summers. This dude has an opportunity to impress in his freshman season this spring and is a prospect to keep an eye on.
Event: Five Tool South Texas Summer Finale
Stat Line: 5 IP, 9K, 0H, 0 ER, 0 BB
.@TheCanesSW Enos’ David Womack (@DavidWomackIV) gets a swing-and-miss for his 7th strikeout of the game.
Lake Travis (TX) 2025 pic.twitter.com/YGij2AZscM
— Five Tool South Texas (@FiveToolSTX) July 24, 2021
Braden Stelly (Diamond Club 18U)
Diamond Club 18U’s Braden Stelley had multiple dominant outings this weekend at the Colorado Regional Championships. The uncommitted 2022 from Arvada West (CO) piled up strikeouts and did a great job of keeping runners off the basepaths through more than nine innings pitched. The RHP looks very smooth and natural in his delivery allowing him to pound the strike zone with strikes late through the entirety of outings. He will be a pitching prospect to watch in his last year of high school ball.
Event: Five Tool Colorado Regional Championships
Stat Line: 9.1 IP, 16K, 6H, 2R
.@DiamondClubTF 18U’s Braden Stelly had a dominant outing today going 5.2 IP with 11 Ks and 0 ER.
Arvada West (CO) 2022 #uncommitted pic.twitter.com/jg2E0Bjf1w
— Five Tool Colorado (@FiveToolCO) July 23, 2021
Brock Weiss (Slammers Diz)
Slammers Diz’s Brock Weiss showed off some of his best stuff this weekend at the Colorado Regional Championships. The 2021 University of Colorado, Colorado Springs signee backed up his collegiate pedigree by only allowing two runners on base through six innings of work. The RHP has an effortless delivery with a fastball velocity up to 86 MPH and a breaking ball for a put away pitch. He will be a solid pitcher to watch at the next level in the coming years.
Event: Five Tool Colorado Regional Championships
Stat Line: 6 IP, 11K, H, 0 ER
.@Slammersbasball Diz’ Brock Weiss (@brockweiss22) makes quick work here.
FB: 83-86
BB: 70-74Regis (CO) 2021 • @UCCSBaseball signee pic.twitter.com/QYVLDvsgq3
— Five Tool Colorado (@FiveToolCO) July 22, 2021