Power25 Countdown: No 4 Spruce Creek
February 14, 2020
Leading up to the start of the high school season, we will count down the Top 25 preseason teams every day as part of our comprehensive season coverage:
OF Zac Veen |
Team: Spruce Creek
Preseason Rank: 4
2019 Record: 25-3
FHSAA Class: 8A
Head Coach: Johnny Goodrich
Playoff Run: Lost in Regional Quarterfinals
TOP PLAYERS
Name, Position, Class (College Commitment)
Zac Veen, OF, 2020 (Florida)
Camden Traficante, SS/OF, 2020 (Stetson)
Zack Bennett, RHP, 2020 (UCF)
Sal Grinstead, 3B, 2020 (Embry-Riddle)
Corey Robinson, OF, 2021 (Florida)
Brandon Neely, RHP, 2021 (Florida)
X-FACTOR
Brandon Neely - The Florida commit headlines what will be a deep rotation for the Hawks in 2020. Heading into his junior season, Neely will draw the tough matchups and will be a crucial part of Spruce Creek’s success in 2020.
KEY PLAYERS LOST
Brennan Keil, RHP, 2019 (Seminole St.)
Christian Mahlstedt, RHP, 2019 (Rollins)
Joseph Balsam, RHP/OF, 2019 (Embry-Riddle)
OUTLOOK
Spruce Creek returns several talented starters from last season headlined by the #3 ranked player in the Florida 2020 class in OF Zac Veen (Florida). Veen is a can't miss prospect who should see his name called early in the 2020 MLB Draft. Complementing Veen in the Spruce Creek lineup are seniors Camden Traficante (Stetson), Cameron Orie (Seminole St.), and Sal Grinstead (Embry-Riddle). Spruce Creek returns a strong group of junior hitters as well in Corey Robinson (Florida) and Evan Mastromauro (Stetson). On the mound, Spruce Creek is filled with depth and talent. They are led by Brandon Neely (Florida) and Zack Bennett (UCF). Joining them are Florida State commit Preston Wetherell, Jarrett Maresco, and Lucas Mahlstedt. Spruce Creek has a deep lineup and rotation that will be needed during the tough stretches of the season. Expect a big year out of the Hawks. Make sure to follow @pbrflorida on Twitter for the most up-to-date coverage throughout the season.
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