Uncommitted Spotlight: '21 Carson Smith
May 15, 2020
Carson Smith has proven to be a Swiss Army knife type player with the ability to play anywhere on the field while also possessing power potential at the plate. The Damonte Ranch product has been a consistent standout at past Prep Baseball Report events, posting an event best 95 mph exit velocity at the Northern Nevada Underclass Trials and following it up with one of the top batting practice rounds at the Northern Nevada Scout Day earlier this year. Defensively, Smith flashed a 1.90 Pop Time with a developing receiving skills and also showcased feel around the bags at first base with solid footwork coming off the bag. This could be a prospect to follow heading into the summer with promising tools that project to continue flourishing into his senior year.
CARSON SMITH - PLAYER PROFILE
Positional Profile: Utility. He has showcased well behind the plate, at 1B and in the outfield. A middle of the order bat that is serviceable anywhere in the field.
Body: 6-foot-1, 190 lbs. Strong, athletic build. Moves well for his size.
Defense: Swiss Army knife type. Serviceable at almost any position. 1.90 Pop Time behind the plate. Feel around the bag at 1B.
Arm: RH - IF - 78, OF - 80, C - 79. Short, quick arm cycle. Over the top arm slot. Accurate.
Hit: RHH. Spread, athletic set up. Minimal pre-pitch movement. Uses concise hand rhythm as timing mechanism. Small pick up and put down leg kick. Uses efficient hand path to drive the ball to the big part of the yard. Maintains solid balance throughout swing.
Power: 95 mph exit velocity from the tee.
Run: 7.38 runner.
Carson Smith
Class of 2021 / 1B
Player Information
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Graduating Class: 2021
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Primary Position: 1BSecondary Position: RHP
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High School: Damonte RanchState: NV
- Summer Team: Show, Northern California
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Height: 6-1Weight: 190lbs
- Bat/Throw: R/R
Statistics
Videos
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Player News
- Inside the Rankings: 2021 Corner Infielders - Apr 17, 2020
- Northern Nevada Scout Day Recap - Feb 18, 2020
- Top Performers of 2019: Pop Times - Dec 27, 2019
- Northern Nevada Underclass Trials - Quick Hits - May 30, 2019
- Mustangs hand Huskies second loss in division play - Apr 25, 2019
- NN Game Notes - Mike Bearman Tournament - Day 2 - Mar 9, 2019
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The PBR Nevada Rising Stars Showcase is coming Wednesday, June 24th to Desert Oasis High School. The event is open to Class of 2024 & 2025 Prospects.
This event will have four main functions. For most participants, this will be their first showcase event - an initial step toward achieving a player’s baseball goals. Part of this event is educational. There will be a lecture about what scouts look for, how to comport themselves, what to expect in the recruiting process, and the overall landscape of playing at the next level. The second function of this event will be for players to create baseline numbers for themselves to improve. The third reason for this event is for PBR to have an in-depth look at the best young players and the future of the state. The fourth function of the event is to identify players to represent Nevada at the PBR Junior Future Games held at LakePoint in Cartersville, GA.
PBR Junior Future Games Selection Process
The Junior Future Games Trials will be used to identify players to represent Nevada at the 2020 PBR Junior Future Games at LakePoint. The PBR Junior Future Games is national event that will take place July 29 - August 2 at LakePoint in Emerson, Georgia. The event will run in accordance with the PBR Future Games, which attracts over 300 college coaches from across the country.
The 2020 Junior Future Games will feature the best 2024 & 2025 prospects in the country. Players will participate in a pro-style workout and game-play during the duration of the event.
