Tanner Jacobson gets his first strikeout in relief, dropping this MEAN breaking ball to freeze the lefty for the strikeout

After falling behind 2-1, Tanner Jacobson goes to back-to-back breaking pitches to get the strikeout.

Chad Helwich (OF - 2024) is one of the most electric players you’ll ever see. This summer he slashed .387 AVG, .710 SLG, 1.196 OPS with great defense in CF. Excited to see him compete for Cal U Baseball next year! Note: Chad was 118/122 in stolen bases in his Hardball career!

Dom Twigg (P/IF - 2024) Dom twigg is a hard nosed competitor who was a solid contributor for our 18U team for the past two years on the bump, in the infield and at the plate. We look forward to seeing him compete for Point Park Baseball this fall!

Peyton Ford (IF - 2024) is one of hardest workers around. He capped off an amazing SR year with a great summer at the plate and at SS. Combined Stats 2024 stats: .366 AVG, .502 OBP, 66 H, 48 RBI, 61 SB We are looking forward to seeing him compete for Cal U Baseball next season!

Troy Sallis (OF - 2024) had a great summer, leading the team in many offensive categories and winning 18U MVP award. Final stats: .400 AVG, .513 OBP, 1.113 OPS, 36 H, 23 RBI, 35 R, 21 SB We look forward to seeing him continue to be a leader at La Roche Baseball this fall!

Blake Andrew (P) - Class of 2025 Blake had a phenomenal summer, winning our CY Young award. He is the epitome of a competitor and can paint the corners with the best of them. Will be an exciting year upcoming for the Pgh Carrick HS product! Blake Andrews

Zion Scales (OF/1B - 25) - #uncommitted Z had an excellent summer and was a leader in most 18U offensive categories: Stats: .364 AVG, .533 OBP, 987 OPS, 22 RBI Zion’s leadership on and off the field would make him an excellent addition to a collegiate program! FLATGROUND Hitting

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Michael Cejrowski Jr. (P/IF - 26’) - #uncommitted H/WT: 6’4 195 Velo: 81-83 T: 85 MPH Mike made significant strides this summer increasing his velo to 85 mph while maintaining command of his offspeed. The 15 year old had 40 K in 26 IP this summer with a 2.1 ERA. FLATGROUND Pitching

Braylon Johnson (OF/IF) - Class of 2027 Braylon was an excellent addition to our program this past season. The super athletic 15 year old batted .310 AVG. with a .473 OBP and 33 SB for our 16U team. Sub 7 runner with a lot of upside potential! FLATGROUND Hitting PGH City League Athletics

Jakob Ramsey (OF/IF) - 2027 - #uncommitted Jakob is an uber athletic utility player, using his athleticism in the outfield, infield, at the plate and on the bases. Sub 7.0 runner with a plus arm. Excited to see him continue to develop into his sophomore season. Jakob Ramsey

Tyler Golembiewski (UTL/P - 2026) - #uncommitted Tyler golembiewski is a versatile player who has a knack for hitting line drives. Ty was our 16U team MVP hitting over .400 with a sub 2.00 ERA, while playing strong defense behind the plate, at 3rd & in the MIF. FLATGROUND Hitting

Caleb Myers (OF) - Class of 2026 - #uncommitted Caleb had a great summer using his plus speed and arm to make plays all over the field. He .328 AVG with a .488 OBP, & .910 OPS. He also led the 16U team with 33 SB. Lots of talent that will continue to develop! PGH City League Athletics

Dacien Loman (IF) - Class of 2026 - #uncommitted Dacien Loman put together a solid summer campaign playing strong defense 2nd, SS, & 3rd while posting a .473 OBP. Excited to see Dace continue develop this fall as he enters his junior year!

Roman Gray (C) - Class of 2026 - #uncommitted Roman has been a stalwart behind the plate for our younger teams for the past 3 years. This 16U season saw significant growth for Roman at the plate with a lot of added XBH pop. Great work ethic and a leader on and off the field.

Dontae Giddens (IF) - Class of 2027 - #uncommitted Dontae Giddens is perhaps the most talented defensive infielder we’ve ever had. Smooth in the field with a line drive approach at the plate. Keep an eye out for the Penn Hills Athletics IF over the next few years as he grows & develops!

Derek Falvo (C/IF) - 2026 - #uncommitted Derek was a force at the plate this summer posting a .380 AVG while leading all teams with 27 RBI. Solid defensive catcher & leader on the field. A pure hitter with plus pop and feel who can contribute at the next level! FLATGROUND Hitting

Congratulations to our POTW for the week of August 26th - September 1st, Caleb Myers (OF - Class of 2026)! PGH City League Athletics

Dylan Hartman (RHP) - Class of 2025 - #uncommitted Big D has been a consistent starting pitcher for us over the past two years posting a 3.21 ERA over 74 IP. Bulldog on the mound who can contribute quality innings for a program at the next level. FLATGROUND Pitching