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Upperclass Preseason All State: Quick Hits

February 8, 2023
Shea Sbranti
Arizona Scouting Director

On Saturday, February 5th, Prep Baseball Report Arizona hosted the Upperclass Preseason All State Games at Mountain View High School. The Upperclass Preseason All State Games is an invite only showcase provided for players in the 2023-2024 classes in the state of Arizona. Giving the players the chance to showcase their skills in front of the PBR Arizona Staff using state-of-the-art technology on field. 

Today, we’ll start by giving you the Top Performers from the Underclass Showcase, which we like to call Quick Hits. In Quick Hits you will be able to see how these players tested and were evaluated by the PBR Arizona Staff throughout the showcase. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram for more post event coverage.

FULL EVENT COVERAGE

Owen Kramkowski RHP / 1B / Walden Grove, AZ / 2023

Rankings  StateRank: 12 / POS: 5 OverallRank: 312 / POS: 91

Kramkowski was one of more anticipated players to see at this Sunday’s Preseason All State games, and he did not disappoint. Kramkowski dominated with two pitches, a FB sitting 89-91 T.92 with 2200+ Spin and a quality SL sitting 79-80 with 2300-2400 spin. The lengthy righty showcased a loose high three quarter slot and worked down the mound well. The most impressive thing about Kramkowski’s outing was his pitchability. Being able to locate the FB and use the SL for swing and miss showed to be the separator for the Arizona Commit. We look forward to following Kramkowski in his senior season at Walden Grove highschool.

 

Jake Sanko SS / 2B / Sandra Day O'Connor , AZ / 2024

Rankings  StateRank: 13 / POS: 5

Sanko, the recent GCU Commit and Futures game participant, came into the Preseason All State looking to show off some added strength since last July. Sanko had an event high 101.2 EV during the BP portion of the day which was a major jump from his 93.8 EV at last year's Future Games. Sanko shows a high level contact tool in the box with the ability to spray the ball to all fields with true flight. In the field Sanko’s athleticism, high level actions with the glove, and accurate arm across the infield separate him from the rest at the shortstop position. We look forward to following Sanko as he goes into his Junior season at Sandra Day O’Connor.

 

 

 

Brett Crossland RHP / RHP / Mountain Pointe, AZ / 2025

Rankings  StateRank: 2 / POS: 1 OverallRank: 21 / POS: 6

The 6-foot-6 230 pound, and Top uncommitted player in the state of Arizona. RHP Brett Crossland was a site to see at this past Sunday's Preseason All State. Crosslands large and athletic frame generated an event high 93.4 mph FB with good arm side run and a breaking ball that worked 76-79 mph with 2600+ spin. While command showed to be spotty at times, Crossland has shown to be one of the best arms across the country and will be a high candidate for the 2025 MLB Draft. While this was Crosslands first outing of the spring season we look forward to seeing him this spring as he goes into his Sophomore season at Mountain Pointe.

 

 

 

Ky McGary OF / SS / Sandra Day O'Connor, AZ / 2024

Rankings  StateRank: 9 / POS: 3

The 6-foot 170 pound McGary is no stranger to the PBR scene, coming off a great showing at this past year's Future Games. The Arizona State commit put on a clinic in the OF portion of the day and into the scrimmage showing off a high level of athleticism, clean glove and accurate arm that got up to 88 mph. At the plate McGary has a wide stance with a flat bat that works quick through the zone generating a max EV of 98.8 mph. McGary is the #9 ranked player in the 2024 class and a high follow for the Arizona Staff as he goes into his Junior season at SD O’Connor.

 

 

Steve Solorzano 3B / RHP / Las Cruces, NM / 2023

The New Mexico native and New Mexico State commit had an all around standout performance Sunday on both sides of the ball. Solorzano stands at 6-foot 195 pounds with an athletic and strong frame. At the plate he has an athletic stance, quick load and short closed stride producing a 100.5 max EV and had the highest max distance of the day at 396ft. On the mound Solorzano came out attacking hitters in the zone with a fastball sitting 87-88 T.89 at 2000+ spin and a tight slider at 76-77 2100+ spin. We look forward to following Solorzano this spring as he goes into his senior season at Las Cruces high school.

Gunner Geile OF / Salpointe , AZ / 2024

Rankings  StateRank: 5 / POS: 1 OverallRank: 192 / POS: 30

One of the best all around athletes at this past weekends Upperclass All State games was Arizona Commit Gunnar Geile. Geile had a huge day at the plate during the gameplay portion of the day where he crushed a ball over the RCF for a homerun. The 2024 grad out of Salpointe posted a 3rd best avg EV at 93.9 with a max of 98.1 and a second best max distance at 387ft. In the outfield Geile showed to have smooth actions and an accurate 82 mph arm to the bases. We look forward to following the Arizona commit as he goes into his Junior season at Salpointe High School in Tucson Arizona.

CJ Snowden OF / 3B / Perry , AZ / 2023

Rankings  StateRank: 39 / POS: 5

One of the top uncommitted 2023 grads out of Perry high school, is OF and RHH CJ Snowden. Snowden is the #39 ranked player in the state of Arizona and has the potential to be moving up in the next ranking cycle. Snowden stands at 6-foot 180 pounds with a strong muscular frame. Snowden had the 3rd fastest 60 on the day at 6.88 which translated into the OF during the workout portion and game play, showing off the ability to get a good first step and above average tracking. At the plate Snowden has a short and compact swing that produced a max EV of 98 mph.

Noah Sanchez C / Highland, AZ / 2024

We had some quality arms behind the plate on Sunday with one of them being 2024 grad Noah Sanchez. Sanchez showed off a 75 mph arm behind the plate and a pop time ranging from 1.89-1.97. Sanchez clean actions behind the plate showed during the game portion of the day showcasing smooth receiving skills and above average ability to block. At the plate Sanchez had an easy right handed swing with the ability to drive the ball to both sides of the field. We look forward to following Sanchez as he goes into his Junior season at Highland.

Zane Burns RHP / OF / Chandler, AZ / 2025

Rankings  StateRank: 8 / POS: 3 OverallRank: 290 / POS: 72

#8 ranked player in the 2025 class Zane Burns did not disappoint Sunday. The 2-way prospect excelled on the mound sitting 85-86 T.87 with a clean ¾ slot. Burns SL paired well with the FB showing to be a quality out pitch at 80-82 with tight spin. In the outfield Burns had the 3rd highest velo at 87 mph even amongst the upperclassmen, showing long clean strides and confidence in the glove. At the plate Burns has a wide stance with a quick toe lift load that works flat through the zone, producing low line drives and fly balls to the middle of the field. Burns had a top EV of 93.1. We look forward to following Burns this spring as he is one of the top uncommitted players in the 2025 class.

Jayden Garrison OF / 3B / Desert Vista, AZ / 2025

Garrison was one of the standouts at this weekend's Upper Class All State turning heads during the OF defensive portion. Garrison’s ability to glide through the outfield and have above average glove to throw skills showcased well, translating to all of his throws working low and on target to the bases. At the plate Garrison’s clean actions transferred into a quick and compact right handed swing driving balls into the gaps. With added size and strength we predict Garrison to be one of the top outfielders in the state for the 2025 class. We look forward to following Garrison as he goes into his Sophomore season at Desert Vista high school.

 

UPCOMING EVENTS

SHOWCASE STATE DATE LOCATION
Phoenix Rising Stars ID AZ 04/01 Grand Canyon University - Phoenix, AZ


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