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2023 Dudes of the Weekend: Week 11
08/07/2023

HITTERS

Noah Johnson (CBA Bears 2026) 

CBA Bears 2026's Noah Johnson was excellent offensively and defensively at the Five Tool West World Series. The right-handed hitter from Cypress (CA) went  batted .667 going 10-for-15 with three doubles, one triple, two runs batted in, five runs scored, and two stolen bases. The uncommitted 2026 was tied for the lead in batting average on the weekend and also flashed the leather by making numerous nice plays behind the plate.


Event: Five Tool West World Series


Stat Line: 10-15, 3 2B, 3B, 2 RBI, 5R, 2 SB

Nate Hui (Top Tier Dudes 2026) 

Top Tier Dudes 2026's Nate Hui was impressive this weekend as he was tied for the lead for the most amount of doubles at the Five Tool West World Series. The right-handed hitter from Junipero Serra (CA) went 10-for-15 with four doubles, seven runs batted in, nine runs scored, and two stolen bases. The uncommitted 2026 was a great leadoff hitter for his team as he would go on to collect at least one hit in each of the five games he played at the tournament.


Event: Five Tool West World Series


Stat Line: 10-15, 4 2B, 7 RBI, 9R, 2 SB

Jose Perez (So Cal Guardians 17U/18U) 

Jose Perez of So Cal Guardians 17U/18U was consistent all weekend at the Five Tool West World Series. The right-handed hitter from Gahr (CA) showcased his skills with a .688 on-base percentage as he would go 9-for-14 with one double, one triple, one home run, three runs batted in. six runs scored, one walk, and three stolen bases. The California State University - Long Beach 2024 commit also showcased the arm he possesses behind the plate by throwing out a couple of runners caught stealing.


Event: Five Tool West World Series


Stat Line: 9-14, 2B, 3B, HR, 3 RBI, 6R, BB, 3 SB

Jonathan Tena (Prime 2026) 

Prime 2026's Jonathan Tena showcased an impressive .700 batting average on the weekend at the Five Tool West World Series. The right-handed hitter from Kaiser (CA) went 7-for-10 with three doubles, one triple, four runs batted in, six runs scored, two walks, and four stolen bases. The uncommitted 2026 would also go on to have a .750 on base percentage and 1.200 slugging percentage.


Event: Five Tool West World Series


Stat Line: 7-10, 3 2B, 3B, 4 RBI, 6R, 2 BB, 4 SB

Ethan Berube (USA Prime Cole 2023) 

Ethan Berube of USA Prime Cole 2023 was an extra-base hit machine at the Five Tool Texas DFW Finale 2024 Recruiting Preview as he collected four in eight plate appearances on the weekend. The right-handed hitter from Central (TX) went 5-for-7 with two doubles, one triple, one home run, seven runs batted in, five runs scored, and one walk. The Western Texas College 2023 signee also had a quality outing on the mound throwing four shutout innings striking out seven batters.


Event:  Five Tool Texas DFW Finale 2024 Recruiting Preview


Stat Line: 5-7, 2 2B, 3B, HR, 7 RBI, 5R, BB / 4 IP, 7K, H, BB, 0R

Baley Ray (Texas Crush Baseball) 

Texas Crush Baseball's Baley Ray was a presence in the batter's box this weekend as he led the Five Tool Texas DFW Finale 2024 Recruiting Preview in runs batted in. The left-handed hitter from Maypearl (TX) went 6-for-10 with two doubles, 10 runs batted in, three runs scored, and five walks. The Cisco College 2023 signee demonstrated his discipline to be patient and draw walks, while additionally being able to drive in runs in bunches. Ray also had a appearance on the bump striking out five batters in three shutout innings, and showed a great breaking ball that garnered swings and misses.


Event: Five Tool Texas DFW Finale 2024 Recruiting Preview


Stat Line: 6-10, 2 2B, 10 RBI, 3R, 5 BB / 3 IP, 5K, 0H, 2 BB, 0 ER

Payton Wright (Denton County Rangers 17U) 

Payton Wright of Denton County Rangers 17U impressed as he led the Five Tool Texas DFW Finale 2024 Recruiting Preview in doubles. The right-handed hitter from Lebanon Trail (TX) has a .500 batting average going 6-for-12 with four doubles, seven runs batted in, and five runs scored. The uncommitted 2023 starts with his hands low by his shoulders and then would barrel baseball to the deep parts of the outfield with his power.


Event: Five Tool Texas DFW Finale 2024 Recruiting Preview


Stat Line: 6-12, 4 2B, 7 RBI, 5R

Anthony Kelley (NTX Elite Gutierrez) 

NTX Elite Gutierrez's Anthony Kelley excelled in all parts of the game at the Five Tool Texas DFW Finale 2024 Recruiting Preview. The right-handed hitter from Wylie East (TX) had a .636 batting average by going 7-for-11 with three doubles, one triple, three runs batted in, five runs scored, three walks, and three stolen bases. The uncommitted 2024 would then add to the well-rounded tools he possesses by having a good start on the mound on Saturday throwing six innings striking out 11 batters, allowing three runs.


Event: Five Tool Texas DFW Finale 2024 Recruiting Preview


Stat Line: 7-11, 3 2B, 3B, 3 RBI, 5R, 3 BB, 3 SB / 6 IP, 11K, 3R

Chris Patterson (UBC 17U Badarack) 

UBC 17U Badarack's Chris Patterson showcased some impressive power on the weekend at the Five Tool Texas Sophomore, Junior & Senior AZFC Qualifier. The right-handed hitter from Prestonwood Christian Academy (TX) went 6-for-9 with two home runs, five runs batted in, five runs scored, and one walk. The uncommitted 2024's contributions at the plate driving in runs were key to his team being named the winners of the tournament's 2024 Division.

Event: Five Tool Texas Sophomore, Junior & Senior AZFC Qualifier


Stat Line: 6-9, 2 HR, 5 RBI, 5R, BB

PITCHERS

Jake Valenzuela (EBC) 

Jake Valenzuela of EBC was dominant in his three appearances at the Five Tool World Series. The right-handed pitcher from Ramona (CA) threw 13.1 total innings striking out 16 batters, allowing six hits and one earned run. The uncommitted 2024 has an arsenal that features a fastball, curveball, and slider, and he used his breaking balls paired with the command of his fastball to keep hitters from barreling up his pitches. Valenzuela's complete game effort in the semi-final game would be influential in his team winning the tournament's 16U National Division Championship.


Event: Five Tool West World Series


Stat Line: 13.1 IP, 16K, 6H, ER

Carson Kelly (PFA Matadors 2025) 

PFA Matadors 2025's Carson Kelly was nearly unhittable at the Five Tool West World Series. Across his two starts on Friday and Sunday, the left-handed pitcher from La Canada (CA) threw eight total innings striking out 15 batters, only allowing one hit, and no earned runs. The uncommitted 2025 mixed in his curveball to go along with his fastball to keep hitters second-guessing and unable to produce in sort of hard contact against him.


Event: Five Tool West World Series


Stat Line: 8 IP, 15K, H, 0 ER

Tristan Ramos (Stacked 2026) 

Tristan Ramos of Stacked 2026 overpowered hitters in his two starts at the Five Tool World Series, The right-handed pitcher from Orange Lutheran (CA) threw seven total innings striking out 13 batters, allowing five hits, two walks, and no earned runs. The uncommitted 2026 also had a great weekend at the plate batting .500 in 10 at-bats, while also picking up two doubles and one triple.


Event: Five Tool West World Series


Stat Line: 7 IP, 13K, 5H, 2 BB, 0 ER / 5-10, 2 2B, 3B, 2 RBI, 2R, BB, SB

Cole Odom (NTX Elite Gutierrez) 

Cole Odom of NTX Elite Gutierrez was masterful in his complete game effort on Friday at the Five Tool Texas DFW Finale 2024 Recruiting Preview. The right-handed pitcher from Wylie (TX) threw seven innings striking out an impressive 15 batters, allowing four hits, two walks, and no earned runs. The uncommitted 2024 had excellent command of his fastball by hitting his spots all game, and then would utilize his filthy breaking ball to keep hitters off-balanced and unable to generate hard contact against him.


Event: Five Tool Texas DFW Finale 2024 Recruiting Preview


Stat Line: 7 IP, 15K, 4H, 2 BB, 0 ER

Preston Jones (Citius Velocracy 16U National) 

Citius Velocracy 16U National's Preston Jones was dialed in during his two starts at the Five Tool Texas DFW Finale 2024 Recruiting Preview. The right-handed pitcher from Waxahachie (TX) threw seven total innings striking out 14 batters, allowing four hits, three walks, and no runs. The uncommitted 2025 came in clutch with his start in the championship game going three shutout innings striking out five batters as his team would go on to win the tournament's 16U Division.


Event: Five Tool Texas DFW Finale 2024 Recruiting Preview


Stat Line: 7 IP, 14K, 4H, 3 BB, 0R / 1-4, HR, 3 RBI, 2R, BB

Sebastian Aguirre (Fort Worth Cobras) 

Sebastian Aguirre of Fort Worth Cobras dominated in his start on Saturday at the Five Tool Texas DFW Finale 2024 Recruiting Preview. The left-handed pitcher from Nolan Catholic (TX) threw a seven innings complete game shutout picking up 13 strikeouts, allowing just two hits. The uncommitted 2025 was great at hitting spots with his fastball and then would freeze hitters with his breaking ball to get the strikeout.


Event: Five Tool Texas DFW Finale 2024 Recruiting Preview


Stat Line: 7 IP, 13K, 2H, 0R

Evan O’Connor (NTXBC Dirtbags 2025 - Navy) 

Evan O'Connor of NTXBC Dirtbags 2025 - Navy was lights out during his start on Saturday at the Five Tool Texas Sophomore, Junior & Senior AZFC Qualifier. The left-handed pitcher from Brock (TX) picked up an outrageous 16 strikeouts in six innings of work, allowing just one hit, two walks, and no runs. The uncommitted 2026 was dialed in hitting spots with all of his pitches, which kept hitters unable to generate any sort of contact to put the ball in play.


Event: Five Tool Texas Sophomore, Junior & Senior AZFC Qualifier


Stat Line: 6 IP, 16K, H, 2 BB, 0R

Vince Estrada (ZT Elite Rodriguez) 

ZT Elite Rodriguez's Vince Estrada was locked in during his start on Friday at the Five Tool Texas Sophomore, Junior & Senior AZFC Qualifier. The left-handed pitcher from Rockwall (TX) threw seven innings racking up 14 strikeouts, allowing one hit, two walks, and no runs. The uncommitted 2025 varied the locations on his fastball well which allowed him to be effective with his tempo and lead his team his victory.

Event: Five Tool Texas Sophomore, Junior & Senior AZFC Qualifier


Stat Line: 7 IP, 14K, H, 2 BB, 0R

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