Recruiting news from around Illinois:

Matt Brandys, a 6-foot-2, 185-pound RHP from Geneva HS, has committed to Stetson University in Florida.  As a junior, Brandys played at Wheaton Academy HS.

Kyle Gizynski, a catcher from Conant HS, has committed Webster University. Gizynski is a two-time Mid-Suburban League all-conference performer.

Christian Smith, a 6-foot-7,  240-pound RHP from Crystal Lake South HS,  has committed to Aurora University.

Jacob Light, an OF/RHP from Limestone HS, has committed to Illinois Central College. As a junior, Light hit .400 with 2 home runs, 2 triples and 3 doubles in 22 games for the Rockets. On the mound, he was 1-1 with 13 strikeouts in 18 innings pitched.

Justin Thornton, a middle infielder from Elk Grove HS, has committed to Dominican University.

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