FL Preseason All-State Spotlight: John Urena
January 22, 2019
The Florida Preseason All-State has quickly become the premier Preseason event in the state of Florida. Over the first two years there have been over 100 committed players in attendance and counting. This event is held for the top 2019s-2022s throughout the state to kick off the Prep Baseball Report's spring high school baseball coverage.
We will begin to spotlight each and every player in attendance. Today, we look at OF John Urena (Mater Lakes Academy, 2019). The uncommitted outfielder is currently ranked No. 198 in Florida.
You can request your invite, register and check out the full current roster HERE.
John Urena
Class of 2019 / OF
Rankings
StateRank: 242 / POS: 45
Player Information
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Graduating Class: 2019
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Primary Position: OFSecondary Position: LHP
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High School: Mater Lakes AcademyState: FL
- Summer Team: Rawlings Stealth
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Height: 5-8Weight: 170lbs
- Bat/Throw: R/L
Statistics
Pitching
82
Max FB
78 - 82
FB
68 - 70
CB
70 - 74
CH
Position
87
OF Velo
82
Exit Velo
4.20
H-1st
Videos
(7/28/18)
Player News
- John Urena's Seventh Inning Home Run Pushes Mater Lakes to a 4-1 Win - Mar 25, 2019
- FL Preseason All-State Spotlight: John Urena - Jan 22, 2019
- Sunshine State Series: Unsigned Senior - Miami - Nov 27, 2018
- 2018 Florida All-State Games 1st Team Announced - Aug 17, 2018
- 2018 Florida All-State Games Top Performers - Aug 15, 2018
- 2018 FL All State Games: Quick Hits - Aug 2, 2018
- 2018 Florida All-State Games Statistical Breakdown - Jul 31, 2018
- FL Limited Series: 25 Uncommitted Standouts - Jul 12, 2018
Scouting Report
07/28/18- Uncommitted, 5-foot-8, 170 pound outfielder has a stocky frame with strength in the lower half. Extremely twitchy athlete who is a plus runner with a home to first of 4.3 from the right side. From the outfield, he a shows a quick, strong arm, topping out at 87 mph. The right handed hitter stands talla ndis very simple, The stride can be a bit short, but really works with and trusts his hands. The hands are quick and create above average bat speed and is compact through the zone. Translated to a lineout during the game and overall is athletic with hit tool.