West Virginia Winter Review: Complete Analysis

January 1, 2020
Josh Kuykendall
West Virginia Director of Scouting

The 2019 Winter Review Showcase took place on December 29th at Pro Performance RX giving our staff a final look at 9 prospects from threes states before the curtain closed on 2019. Today, we take a in-depth look at the prospects in attendance.

+ For complete results for all prospects in attendance CLICK HERE. (Players appear in Alphabetical order by last name)

Evan Dennison, Fairmont Senior HS, OF, 2022
5-foot-10, 165-pound left-handed hitter starts from an slightly open stance and utilizes a leg-lift stride to initiate his swing. Showcased a mechanically sound swing and hands that work well through contact. Registered a bat exit velocity of 79 mph and ran a 7.57 60-yard dash. Defensively, Dennison showed sound defensive actions with developing 68 mph arm strength from the outfield. Athletic frame has plenty of room to add strength in the coming years. Strongly believe he is a follow in this class as he matures as a player.

Matt Frazetta, Plum HS (PA), 3B/1B, 2021
6-foot-3, 185-pound physical prospect showcased a well-rounded skill set in all phases of the game. The right-handed hitter starts from a square stance and initiates his swing with a heel raise stride. Showed real balance and athleticism throughout swing with the ability to drive the ball to all fields. Registered an 83 mph bat exit velocity and ran a 7.75 60-yard dash. Defensively, Frazetta showcased above average athletic defensive actions with a 79 mph arm strength across the diamond. Footwork and balance showed consistently through the play. He made multiple picks at first base worthy of noting. As he continues to devlop, will be an intriguing follow out of Pennsylvania.

Ty Galusky, Morgantown HS, C, 2023
5-foot-8, 140-pound left-handed hitter starts from a square stance and utilizes a lift-and-replace stride to initiate his swing. Displayed a feel for the barrel while routinely staying behind the baseball and using the middle of the field well. Registered an 78 mph bat exit velocity and ran a 8.57 60-yard dash, both personal bests for Galusky. He flashed pop times of 2.25 -2.47 on throws of 71 mph from the crouch with quick feet and a solid arm. As Galusky continues to develop physically, he will continues to develop into a solid backstop.

Nicholas George, Robert C. Byrd HS, 3B/RHP, 2023
6-foot, 220-pound right-handed hitter starts from a slightly open stance and initiates his swing with a lift-and-replace stride. Showcased solid pop to the pull side while routinely staying behind the baseball. Showcased the ability to create some backspin with a bat exit velocity of 84 mph. Moves well at the corner and showed accurate 74 mph arm strength across the diamond. Two-way prospect sat 71-73 from a 3/4 arm slot with arm side run. Curveball is thrown out of the same slot as fastball at 58-60. On this day, didn't have much bite on his breaking ball. George is also a quarterback for his high school team.

Kobey Hawk, Southern Garrett HS (MD), SS, 2021
6-foot, 165-pound right-handed hitter starts from an athletic, square stance and initiates his swing with a leg hang stride. Showed tendency let his hands drift and his load phase leads to some length in the swing. Showcased a solid feel for the barrel with a middle of the field approach. Registered a bat exit velocity of 80 mph and ran a 7.58 60-yard dash. Showcased active feet and fluid defensive actions while consistently playing through the baseball with a developing 73 mph arm strength across the diamond.

Kyle Matheny, Calvert Hall HS (MD), C, 2021
5-foot 10, 180-pound right-handed hitter starts from a slightly open, athletic stance and incorporates a short stride to begin. Displayed advanced feel for the barrel and an ability to stay behind the baseball and create tons of backspin during a very good round of batting practice. Loudest round of the day. Registered an event best 88 mph bat exit velocity and ran a 7.87 60-yard dash. Flashed pop times of 2.16-2.19 on throws of 69 mph from the crouch and displayed a soft glove hand defensively. Matheny will be a player to keep an eye on in the Maryland class of 2021.

Josh Rush, Hedgesville HS, 3B/RHP, 2020
5-foot-9, 150-pound right-handed hitter, Rush initiates swing from neutral set up with short stride.. There is good balance to swing and he was able to achieve bat exit velocity of 73 mph. There is tendency to grip bat deep and he would benefit from connecting more directly with back elbow and implementing a more aggressive hip turn. Defensively, hands are solid. There is tendency to let ball get deep and play from top to bottom. On mound threw from 3/4 arm slot. Showcased very good balance and rhythm to delivery which was consistently repeated. FB sat 76-77 with arm side run. CB sat 65-67 with some depth and sweeping shape. Change up was thrown at FB arm speed and sat 69-71 with solid arm side fade.

Braden Shepherd, Huntington HS, SS/RHP, 2022
5-foot-10, 150-pound right-handed hitter starts from a open stance and initiates his swing with a heel raise stride. Showcased a feel for the barrel and ability to drive the ball to opposite field. Showcased a bat exit velocity of 75 mph. Consistently made solid contact during his round of bp. Ran a 7.93 60-yard dash and displayed confident actions defensively with a soft glove hand and accurate 73 mph arm strength across the diamond. On the mound, Shepherd's FB sat 74-76 with natural cut out of his hand. CB sat 61-63 with sweeping action. CH shows potential, but needs to be thrown more at FB arm speed. Slowed down considerably when throwing. As Shepherd continues to mature physically, has the raw tools to develop into a player.

Lance Whanger, Morgantown HS, 3B, 2023
5-foot-7, 185-pound right-handed hitter starts from a athletic, slightly open square stance and initiates his swing from a quick show and replace stride. Showcased a feel for the barrel with some length to his swing. Barrel stays in the zone a long time, which is desired. Registered a bat exit velocity of 68 mph and ran a 9.00 60-yard dash. Displayed developing defensive skills around the bag at third base. Needs to play more consistently through the ball as he continues to develop. Displayed an accurate 64 mph arm strength across the diamond.

UPCOMING EVENTS

SHOWCASE	STATE	DATE	LOCATION
Super 60 Pro Showcase	NATIONAL	02/02	The MAX - McCook, IL
2020 West Virginia Preseason All-State Showcase	WV	02/09	Pro Performance Rx
West Virginia Junior Futures Games Trials	WV	03/07	Pro Performance Rx

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