Class of 2011: Summer Player Rankings

-Diamond Rankings: 2011 Graduates-  Right-Handed Pitchers  Rank  Name  High School  Committed  1  Taylor Guerrieri  Spring Valley  South Carolina  2  Daniel Gossett  Byrnes  Clemson  3  CJ Edwards  Mid Carolina  Charleston Southern  4  Br… The new DP website is here. For all the great DP content, subscribe. If you have any login/subscription issues, please contact our support team. Your feedback on the new experience is appreciated as well. Username Password Remember Me     Forgot Password

Class of 2010: Final Player Rankings

  -Diamond Rankings: 2010 Graduates- Right-Handed Pitchers  Rank Name High School Committed 1 *Drew Cisco Wando Georgia   2  *Forrest Koumas  Lugoff-Elgin  South Carolina … The new DP website is here. For all the great DP content, subscribe. If you have any login/subscription issues, please contact our support team. Your feedback on the new experience is appreciated as well.

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DP Awards: Players  Award  Name  High School  Charlie Hustle Award-Gold  Ranz Bodison  Mauldin  Charlie Hustle Award-Silver  Cord Love  Irmo  Charlie Hustle Award-Bronze  Brad Enlow  Midland Valley  Most Improved Stock-Gold  Grant Holmes  Conway  Most Improved Stock-Silver  Bradley Jones  Travelers Rest  Most Improved Stock-Bronze  Lorenzo Wright  Ashley Ridge  Best OF Arm-Gold  Jake Ansley  Camden  Best OF Arm-Silver  Lorenzo Wright  Ashley Ridge  Best OF Arm-Bronze  Ben Kunze  Ashley Ridge  Best INF Actions-Gold  Cord Love  Irmo  Best INF Actions-Silver  Shell McCain  Trinity Prep (NC)  Best INF Actions-Bronze  Bradley Jones  Travelers Rest  Best Swing-RH Hitter  Bradley Jones  Travelers Rest  Best Swing-LH Hitter  Jeremy Buckner  Sumter  Best Raw Power-RH Hitter  Clay Altman  Conway  Best Raw Power-LH Hitter  Kyle Whitman  Nation Ford  Best Breaking Ball  Jonathan Pulley  Boiling Springs  Best Change-Up  Hunter Burnette  Aynor  Best Overall Stuff  Cole Cromer  Midland Valley  Best Baseball Name-Gold  Grande Fender  Pinewood Prep  Best Baseball Name-Silver  Ranz Bodison  Mauldin  Best Baseball Name-Bronze  Kaleb Kuykendall  Landrum  Top Prospect-2011  Cole Cromer  Midland Valley  Top Prospect-2012  Kyle Whitman  Nation Ford  Top Prospect-2013  Bradley Jones  Travelers Rest  Diamond in the Rough  Grant Holmes  Conway DP Awards: Coaches/Scouts  Award  Name  Affiliation  Early Bird-College  Steve Williams  USC Lancaster  Early Bird-MLB  Terry Brewer  Tampa Bay Rays  Co-Iron Man  Sean Heffernan  Francis Marion  Co-Iron Man  Chris Edwards  Presbyterian  Co-Iron Man  Reggie Reynolds  North Greenville  Best Dressed  Lee Long  Palmetto Sports Mgmt  Fashion Award  Dusty Blake  Wofford  Best Comedian  Britt Reames  Furman  Best Hair  Dusty Blake  Wofford  Best Bald Head (again)  Grant Rembert  USC Upstate  Best Going-Bald Head  Randy Carlson  The Citadel  Best Game Hat  Chad Amidon  Erskine  Best Shoes  Barry Mabry  Diamond Prospects  Mr. Hawaiian Tropic  Bubba Dorman  USC Salkehatchie  Mr. Congeniality  Kent Cox  Gardner-Webb  Best Cameo Appearance  Charles Assey  Charleston Southern  Newest Father  Britt Reames  Furman  Relocation Award  Mark Johnson  Lenoir-Rhyne  DP Rookie Award  Jeff Stanek  Winthrop  Evaluator that could still play  Lee Gronkiewicz  USC Lancaster  Best Regional-to-scouting turnaround  David Beckley  Citadel  Road Warrior  Jason Murray  Liberty  Badge of Courage  Bruce Duke  Umpire  The Tony Osterman DP Staff MVP  Will Cheatham  Diamond Prospects  Cell Phone Award (again)  Chad Holbrook  South Carolina  Coach most likely to win the 60  Russell Triplett  Newberry  Best Representation-Over 2 days  tie  The Citadel, Winthrop  Tallest Evaluator (again)  Gary Randall  MLB Bureau  Best Mustache (again)  Tim Wallace  Sptg Methodist  Best Goatee  Preston McDonald  Flo-Dar Tech  MLB Grinder Award      Head Coaches Attendance Award  Tim Wallace  Sptg Methodist    Bubba Dorman  USC Salkehatchie    Preston McDonald  Flo-Dar Tech    Steve Williams  USC Lancaster

Draft Breakdown: 2010

2010 MLB Draft Breakdown By: Austin Alexander, June 7-9, 2010 In a year that professional scouts will admit there was more prep talent in South Carolina than recent years, eleven young men managed to have their names called over the three-day event. The longer you follow the draft, the more you think you understand it. Just the opposite is true, however! Any baseball sage will tell you it is really a crapshoot! Many variables come into play when you sit back and look at the picks, the rounds they fell in and the names that get passed over. One term people must understand is “signability”. Especially near the top of the draft. In many cases, most of the players selected in the first 4-7 Rounds are similar in ability. Maybe in the Top 15 Rounds? Conventional wisdom tells you that the first pick in the draft must be the best player and that the last pick is the 1,525th best player in the country. Not so. A player’s signability can vault him near the top of the board; low signability can force that player to fall through the draft entirely. Scouts often spend more time researching a player’s signability than they do evaluating their talent. We’ve all heard of clubs that take a kid in the top two rounds and cannot come to terms with him. Sometimes it is because the area scout has not done his due research or he would have known better than to select that player that high in the draft. But it has also happened before that a player and his family or advisor was not truthful as to their dollar figure. Sometimes a player’s "advisor" or his known desire to attend school will force his draft stock to fall, though he may be a first rounder ability-wise. A couple of examples: In 2006, Florida University first baseman Matt LaPorta fell to the 15th round and 433rd pick of the draft. It was believed LaPorta was a sure-fire first-rounder but in the days before the draft he hired agent Scott Boras to represent him. Boras’ reputation with big-leaguers is well-earned as he has some of the top clients in the game. But, some big league organizations had begun a trend, however, of steering away from his players in recent drafts to avert expensive, drawn-out negotiations. As high school seniors, South Carolina products Justin Smoak and Reese Havens were projected to go high in the draft. In the moments leading up to early picks for the Boston Red Sox, both were contacted once more in an attempt to agree to terms before they were selected. Both declined lucrative deals citing that their intention was to play college baseball. As a result, Smoak fell to the 16th round, Havens to the 29th. Both were later selected in 1st Round as college juniors out of USC.  In each case, though for opposite reasons, these players had a “low signability” tag, thus falling to lower rounds. Clubs have until midnight of August 15th to agree to terms with a draft pick. Some of the early rounders will forego the drama and sign quickly so they can begin their journey to the big leagues. Others will drag it out until the deadline in an attempt to drain every penny out of a club. Many players chosen will continue to be under the watchful eye of the organization that selected them in case they make a significant jump during the summer, in which the club may, then, offer a contract or "up the ante" in an attempt to sign the player. Draft picks are made largely on a players present “tools” and how he “projects” down the road. Many selections will turn the heads of baseball people. More selections will blow the mind of casual fans because the layman only sees black or white, ie. base hit versus out, win versus loss. Understand, just because a pitcher strikes out Daniel Palka does not automatically vault that arm to prospect status. If a good high school pitcher beats Stratford High School with Chris Hanna on the mound, it does not mean he will see his name on a draft board. When a "punching judy" flairs one into the outfield off of Drew Cisco, that does not guarentee that he will even play past high school. If a fast runner steals two bases off of Joe Jackson, it does not necessarily mean he has a future in professional baseball! See where I am going with this? Scouting is not a science. Players do get over-scouted and some do get over-looked. By in large, however, these guys who scout for a living are good at what they do. VERY good, in fact! They run up thousands and thousands of miles raiding the countryside away from their families looking for the next Derek Jeter and Josh Beckett. Sure, they’ll miss on guys from time to time but they are still smarter than most of us and their eyes keener than you can imagine. Did they find the next MLB All-Star in our state in 2010? Only time will tell. Below we have broken down the 2010 Draft: *Note: Players accounted for either played high school or college baseball in South Carolina this spring. Selected Day 1 (1-3 rds) Day 2 (4-30 rds)  Day 3 (31-50)  Total SC Players 2 29  16  47 College players 2  24   12  38 HS players 0  5   6  11 Pitchers 1  16   12  29 Catchers 0 1   3  4 Infielders 0  7   1  8 Outfielders 1  5   2  8 Division I 2  21   8  31 Division II 0  2   3  5 Junior College 0  1   1  2  HS 4A 1 1  1  3  HS 3A 0 2 3  5  HS 2A 0 1 2  3 Rd 1-10 11-20 21-30 31-40 41-50 * 9  13  9  9  9  By College: 7-Coastal Carolina, 6-Clemson; 6-South Carolina, 5-College of Charleston, 3-Citadel, 3-Francis Marion, 2-Furman, Five others with one apiece. -2009 MLB Draft in Review- Selected Day 1 (1-3 rds) Day 2 (4-30 rds)  Day 3 (31-50)  Total SC Players 2 25  16  43 College players 1  22  10  33 HS players 1 3   6 …

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MLB Inner City Tryout Camp

MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL INNER CITY TRYOUT CAMP WHEN: Monday, June 16, 2014. Registration 9:00-9:45 am at the field. Tool evaluation (Run, Throw, Hit, Pitch) begins at 10 am and typically concludes early-to-mid afternoon. No game will be played. There is no charge for the camp. WHERE: USA Baseball National Training Complex, 200 Brooks Park Lane, Cary, N.C., 27519 WHO: High school students who attend inner city schools (“Inner City Youth”) EQUIPMENT NEEDED: Participants will need to wear suitable footwear and bring a baseball glove. Baseballs, wood bats, batting helmets and one set of catcher’s gear will be on hand for camp use. IN ORDER TO PARTICIPATE: Campers will NOT be allowed to participate without a properly completed MLB Waiver/Release Form. These forms will be available at the camp registration desk the day of the event. If you won’t have a parent or legal guardian to sign the form at registration, you may request one in advance through Gary Randall – [email protected] and one will be e-mailed to you. Please be sure to bring the completed form with you to the camp. CONTACT PERSON: Should you have any questions, contact Gary Randall – [email protected]. If weather is an issue the day of the event, text or call 803-984-2927. Liability Waiver and Release In consideration of being allowed to participate in any tryout, workout or other activity (“Tryout”) organized by the Major League Baseball Scouting Bureau, the Office of the Commissioner of Baseball, a Major League Club or any other Major League Baseball individual or entity (collectively, the “Baseball Parties”), the undersigned prospective player (“Player”) agrees to assume all risks incidental to such participation (including, without limitation, injury or loss to person or property).  Each of the undersigned hereby agrees to release and forever discharge each of the Baseball Parties from any and all liabilities, claims, actions, damages, costs or expenses of any nature whatsoever, whether in law or equity, known or unknown, that any of the undersigned ever had, now has or hereafter can, shall or may have against any of the Baseball Parties arising out of or in any way related, directly or indirectly, to Player’s participation in such Tryout. Each of the undersigned parent(s) or guardian(s) of Player hereby agrees to indemnify and hold harmless each of the Baseball Parties from and against any and all liabilities, claims, actions, damages, costs or expenses of any nature whatsoever, whether in law or equity, known or unknown, incurred by any of the Baseball Parties and arising out of or in any way related, directly or indirectly, to Player’s participation in such tryout, workout or other activity.  Each of the undersigned parent(s) or guardian(s) of Player hereby ratifies Player’s execution of this waiver and release form. At least one parent or guardian of Player must sign this form if Player is under the age of 21, in order for Player to participate in any Tryout. Player Signature Name (printed):                                               Date:                                                               Player’s date of birth:                                     Parent / Guardian Signature Name (printed):                                               Date:                                                                                                                                                 

JrDP Scouting Ad

Graduating seniors – Watch baseball, earn ca$h! Do you consider your baseball background good enough to cover USSSA, AAU, Little League or Dixie Youth games? If so, we could use your help to write up contests in the 9-14 age groups across South Carolina for Junior Diamond Prospects. We have current needs throughout the state, especially in the Columbia, Aiken/North Augusta and Myrtle Beach areas. What better way to earn some extra spending money than watching America’s pastime played by the stars of tomorrow! Anyone interested in being an area scout should contact Richard Edwards at [email protected]

All-DP Team: 4A

-2010 All-DP Team- 4A 1st Team  Position   Name  High School  Class  P  Drew Cisco  Wando  Sr  P  Logan Cribb  Rock Hill  Sr  P  Jared Keels  Spring Valley  Sr  P  Jordan Montgomery  Sumter  Jr  P  *Chris Hanna &n… The new DP website is here. For all the great DP content, subscribe. If you have any login/subscription issues, please contact our support team. Your feedback on the new experience is appreciated as well.

All-DP Team: 3A

-2010 All-DP Team- 3A 1st Team  Position  Name   High School  Class  P  Austin Mason  Eastside  So  P  Cole Robison  Blue Ridge  Sr  P  Andrew Faulkner  South Aiken  Jr  P  Stephen Leopard  South Aiken  Sr  P  *Mic… The new DP website is here. For all the great DP content, subscribe. If you have any login/subscription issues, please contact our support team. Your feedback on the new experience is appreciated as well.

All-DP Team: 2A

 -2010 All-DP Team- 2A  Position  Name  High School  Class   P  *Brandon Henderson  Chesnee  Sr  P  *Bryce Hines  Hanahan  Sr  P  Mike Morrison  Gilbert  So  P  *Krishawn Holley  Mid-Carolina  Sr  P  Jace Grandy… The new DP website is here. For all the great DP content, subscribe. If you have any login/subscription issues, please contact our support team. Your feedback on the new experience is appreciated as well.

DP Summer Showcase Player Notes

Schedule for Tuesday and Wednesday, June 8-9, 2010 Tuesday 9:00 AM          Session I Check-in at Capital City Stadium (Pick-up jersey) 9:40               Session I Players report to field for a meeting and stretch 10:00             Session I Workout (60’s, Defensive workout, BP, Bullpens)  12:30              Session II Check-in at Capital City Stadium (Pick-up jersey) 12:45              Recruiting 101/Lunch 1:40               Session II players report to field for a meeting and stretch 2:00               Session II Workout (60’s, Defensive workout, BP, Bullpens) 4:45               Orange vs Gold (10-inning game) Day 1  Session 1 – Blue, Red, Green, Purple Session 2 – Black, White, Gold, Orange   -Rosters- Wednesday 9:00               Blue vs Red (10-inning game) 12:00             Green vs Purple (10-inning game) 3:00               White vs Black (10-inning game) *Once each day begins, all times are approximate, if we are ahead of schedule we will move into the next session/game. Player Notes: -Players are responsible for bringing baseball pants, HS hat, bat, glove, helmet, indoor shoes and any other equipment you may need. DP will provide your jersey. -Game Rules: 4 hitters = 1 inning -Parents: Once games begin, please vacate the area behind home plate for coaches and scouts to evaluate. -On Tuesday, the registration tables will be stationed behind the 1B dugout at entrance closest to the parking lot. -Please be familiar with the schedule and be on time (or early) when your team is scheduled for activity. You are free to leave after your games. -On Tuesday, Austin Smithwick, a former college coach at the DI, DII and JUCO level, will conduct a Recruiting 101 seminar for players and parents. He will touch on topics ranging from selecting a college, financial aid, the NCAA Clearinghouse to the MLB Draft. If you have not pre-registered for this seminar already, you may pay cash when you check-in, the cost is $25 per family. -We are also offering an in-depth player evaluation for an additional $50. If you wish to have this service, you may sign up with cash at registration. -Concessions will be available each day, courtesy of Capital City Stadium. -Baseball jewelry and DP apparel will be available during the event. Hotel info: We have secured a reduced rate at a Columbia hotel, be sure to mention Diamond Prospects for the discount. Contact: Sleep Inn – 803.731.9999, $69.99:  http://www.sleepinncolumbia.com Directions to Capital City Stadium: click here Please stay turned to TheDiamondProspects.com in the days leading up to the event for any last second announcements. Also, in the case of inclement weather during the event, the DP website will be our way of communicating with you.