PBR OK's Top Moments in 2022: Weston Rouse Punches out 17
December 19, 2022
As 2022 comes to a close and we move into 2023 we want to take a look back at the top moments from the entire year covered by Prep Baseball Report Oklahoma. We aim to provide the most comprehensive coverage of high school baseball in the State from our events as well as covering as many high school games as possible. 2022 was a banner year in Oklahoma with multiple players and programs making big jumps, picking up big hits, strong performances on the mound, and some crazy walk-off wins. Be sure to follow along in 2023 as we aim to grow our coverage and be the true one-stop shop for all things Oklahoma High School baseball.
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In one of the more dominating performances on the mound we saw all year, 2023 grad Weston Rouse from Fort Gibson just missed out on a no-hitter surrendering the only hit in the 7th inning while racking up 17 strikeouts along the way. Rouse dominated with a fastball/curveball mix that the opposing hitters couldn't not seem to track all game long. The curveball showed heavy depth which paired nicely with his riding fastball. The OSU commit has continued to make big jumps over the past couple of years and with his size and frame don't be surprised if he has a few more in the tank for the future.
2023 LHP @weston_rouse (@FTGbaseball and @OSUBaseball commit) has looked sharp so far facing 9 batters thru 3 with 7 punch outs so far. FB working 84-87 with very heavy tilt and showing an improved CB at 70-72 w/good depth and feel for spin. pic.twitter.com/YlNkfkphDa
— PBR Oklahoma (@PBR_Oklahoma) April 18, 2022
FINAL: @weston_rouse loses the no hit bid in the 7th but still cruises to one of the more dominating performances we have seen all season helping @FTGbaseball to a 9-0 victory featuring 17 K’s to 0 walks and one hit allowed pic.twitter.com/bCm7a4Aj5J
— PBR Oklahoma (@PBR_Oklahoma) April 18, 2022
Weston Rouse
Class of 2023 / LHP
Player Information
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Graduating Class: 2023
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Primary Position: LHPSecondary Position: 1B
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High School: Fort GibsonState: OK
- Summer Team: Sandlot
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Height: 6-7Weight: 230lbs
- Bat/Throw: L/L
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Scouting Report
The 2023 LHP has continually made strides throughout the Summer and since we have last seen him back in the Spring. At an imposing 6-foot-6 and 215-pounds, Rouse does a good job of getting the ball going downhill and reached up to 89 mph with the fastball with the spin rate in the mid 2400’s. Where Rouse has continued to make strides is in the breaking ball where it now sits 72-74 mph with spin rates around 2200 RPM. He as always been a consistent strike thrower and with the stuff starting to make a jump the projectability is starting to rise. Teams looking for a workhorse and durable left handed arm that continues to make strides will find that in Rouse and will be an interesting prospect to continue follow in the future.
Weston Rouse: LHP/1B, (2023) Fort Gibson, OK. 6-foot-5, 230-pound sturdy frame. Fluid on the mound, throws with a quick arm action and has some arm speed. Up-tempo type pitcher who uses easy effort. Lands square with a falling off finish. Changeup (73-74 mph).Threw his fastball 77-79 mph; had command of the zone and tailing action. Much more velo to come for Rouse.
A 6-foot-3, 193-pound physically advanced frame with long limbs. On the mound, the left-hander works from a deliberate delivery with some rhythm and a high leg kick before striding down the mound and finishing to the third base side. Arm action is long in the back with a hard stab before coming through a high-¾ slot. Fastball keeps its plane at 72-74 mph, mostly strikes. Curveball shows 1/7 shape at 60-62 mph, still developing. Changeup shows excellent fade at 66-67 mph.
The 6-foot-3, 193-pound first baseman featured a large developing frame with adequate actions throughout his game. The left-handed hitter begins from an even stance utilizing a controlled toe-tap to initiate a flat barrel into the hitting zone. Demonstrated a line drive approach with advanced feel for hands that stay inside the baseball consistently. Registered a 73 mph bat-exit velocity and recorded an 8.41 60-yard dash. Showcased adequate feel around the bag at first coupled with feet that set up advantageous hops. Smooth transfers using a soft glove hand allowed for accurate 66 mph arm-strength from a ¾ arm-slot.