(Photo by Paul Rodriguez, Contributing Photographer), JSerras Jonathan Mendez stands on third base as he claims he was not tagged by the Orange Lutheran third baseman in the third inning in the semifinals of the Boras Classic baseball tournament in San Juan Capistrano on Thursday, April 21, 2022. . Silva went all seven innings in a 5-1 JSerra win to clinch the regional title, allowing a lone run via a sacrifice fly in that sixth inning before whiffing Ayala left fielder Ryan Moreno. All Teams Competing in the 2023 USSSA Tournament Season for the first time must register their team and roster online.
Orange Lutherans JJ Robles, right, slides past JSerra catcher Brandon Chang, left, to score a run in the second inning the semifinals of the Boras Classic baseball tournament in San Juan Capistrano on Thursday, April 21, 2022. They have a lot of former professional and college baseball people in their organization. Baseball Tournament Software. Brandon Chang hit a two-run double and scored on a wild pitch. 1. The Lions, behind one-hit pitching by Eric Silva and timely hitting, beat Ayala 5-1 on Saturday in the CIF Southern California Regional Division I championship game at JSerra High. We won the last game of the season, said JSerra coach Brett Kay. Cactus Yards is the perfect setting for baseball, fastpitch, and slowpitch tournaments. They know theyve got a target on their backs, Kay said.
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JSerra baseball shuts down Orange Lutheran for spot in Boras Classic Ayalas run was unearned. Since the young age of eight, Carlile has been a passionate activist for Wells of Life, an organization that goes into Ugandan communities to restore wells. Instead of its usual bracket format the Loara Tournament is a series of games going all season and concluding May 15. Disneyland quietly removes controversial lyric from new parade soundtrack, Fannie Mae halts financing for 6,102 condos in Laguna Woods, Tax filing deadline moves to mid-October for most Californians, 2 arrested in Anaheim on suspicion of possessing $463,000 in stolen merchandise, Baram and Tioumentsev win World Junior title hours after their coach, Todd Sand, suffers heart attack, Lake Forest woman filed restraining order against daughter 8 years before being killed in their home, Taco Mesita opens flagship location in Old Town Tustin, California weighs $360,000 in reparations to eligible Black residents, OC Restaurant Week kicks off Sunday, March 5, Final bones of 50-year-old Laguna Hills mall are coming down, As Adderall shortage continues, DEA plans to limit some telemedicine prescriptions, House where JonBenet Ramsey was found dead listed for sale for almost $7M, Columbia University permanently drops SAT, ACT admissions requirement, The Waterbed Doctor: California retailer lays claim to retro bed with nearly 40 years of service, sales, Felonious Florida podcast: Missing teenage girl leads to several cases of child sex trafficking, Do Not Sell/Share My Personal Information. These guys stuck it out. Every participant at a Perfect Game showcase will be provided the opportunity to take part in a workout session, which typically includes a 60-yard dash and infield, outfield and catching throws to measure arm velocities, measure six important quantitative measure of the swing, along with a batting practice session. Jerry has tremendous knowledge of scouting. JSerra starting pitcher Eric Silva, right, gets a hug from a coach after pitching a complete game in the CIF SoCal Regional Championship win against Ayala in San Juan Capistrano on Saturday, June 26, 2021. Steve also is in the Southern California Interscholastic Basketball Coaches Hall of Fame, and was the first journalist to receive the Contribution to Education award from the Orange County Department of Education. They were raised right and I was lucky enough to get to coach them.. JSerra Catholic High School
(Photo by Paul Rodriguez, Contributing Photographer). Runners were on second and third with one out in the sixth inning, the Lions leading 4-0. ,CA, Coto De Caza The Loara Tournament begins Wednesday, March 31. Please continue to follow CDC and state guidelines while attending events at Cactus Yards. Ethan Hedges and Connor Neere drove in the Mater Dei runs. One hit was in the first inning, the other two in the third. Starting pitcher Eric Silva stood on the mound, glove and ball tucked under his arm, as San Juan Capistrano JSerra coach Brett Kay approached the mound. .533 Streak Won 8 Home 12-7 Away 12-4 Neutral 0-0 Filter events by selecting a venue from the list Having prospects at our events and on our website increases their exposure to scouts and college coaches and allows the scouting community to utilize PG as an important scouting tool.
JSerra to Host to 'SoCal Challenge' Major College Basketball Event Next JSerra outfielder Gabe DArcy, right, checks out the CIF SoCal Regional Championship plaque as his teammates congratulate each other in San Juan Capistrano on Saturday, June 26, 2021.
California Baseball News | Prep Baseball Report (Photo by Paul Rodriguez, Contributing Photographer), Ayalas Ty Borgogno, right, is congratulated for scoring Ayalas only run of the game in the sixth inning against JSerra in the CIF SoCal Regional Championship in San Juan Capistrano on Saturday, June 26, 2021. JSerra baseball shuts down Orange Lutheran for, Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window), Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window), Click to share on Reddit (Opens in new window), JSerra baseball shuts down Orange Lutheran for spot in Boras Classic final, Orange Lutheran baseball winning games, but 0-1 against sprinklers, High school spring sports begin: Send OCVarsity your game scores, player stats, Baseball preview: No. Are you looking to get noticed by college coaches? ,CA, San Clemente Youll see a lot of smiles on our faces because we know what weve got and we think we can be the best team around.. Villa Park defeated Notre Dame of Sherman Oaks 2-1 in Thursdays other semifinal. Fri, 03/03 4:00 PM Boys Baseball vs Cypress. Notre Dame returns with five Division l players and a 21-9 record, 13th ranked Orange Lutheran, San Dimas with five commits, St. Augustine with a 2021 record of 24-8-1, and Citrus Belt Champions Yucaipa, all return to vie for the Boras Baseball Classic Title.
Still, JSerras baseball program, which has fielded some of Southern Californias better teams for many years, finally has its first trophy awarded to a CIF champion. 8-7 Pct. 9U-10U $575. View this quick video to learn more about PG and our showcase events. Adyn Lucero got the win in relief. Villa Park defeated Notre Dame of. JSerra center fielder Gabe DArcy went two for three with three RBIs to drive the teams offense. 2. MOOKIE BETTS - MICHAEL BRANTLEY - CHRIS SALE - FREDDIE FREEMAN - MICHAEL FULMER - COREY KLUBER -
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3 JSerra Players Selected in MLB Draft: Silva, Jump, Cunningham All 2021-22 Varsity Baseball News. What is evaluated at a Perfect Game Showcase? Then come throwers who would aces on just about any other top team in Southern California. Once evaluated all players are immediately factored in to our national rankings. The Bulldogs had a highlights-filled season that included winning the Palomares League championship, advancing to the CIF-SS Division 1 semifinals and reaching Saturdays regional final. Thursdays game was a three-hitter. The Lions have won the Southern California portion of the Boras Classic tournament three times. JSerra batted around during its four-run half of the second. JSerra outfielder Gabe DArcy, right, checks out the CIF SoCal Regional Championship plaque as his teammates congratulate each other in San Juan Capistrano on Saturday, June 26, 2021. Without Skillshow you will still be able to see short video clips of skills performed (i.e. Its just a pretty special group, said Kay, who had to stop to collect his emotion while talking about the team. JSerra, Orange Lutheran and Harvard-Westlake will play in that one. That ball stayed put in Silvas glove. JSerra has at least four. JSerra baseball team is loaded with talent, 13 college-bound players Shortstop Cody Schrier, left, and pitcher Gage Jump, who have signed with UCLA, are top players for JSerra's baseball team. The Ryan Lemmon Foundation that runs baseball events year-around has its Ryan Lemmon Series that started Saturday, March 27. (Photo by Paul Rodriguez, Contributing Photographer). Schrier figures JSerra will respond just fine. 6 Servite 5, Corona 1: Trevor Schmidt got the win and drove in two runs for the Friars (14-9).
JSerra is No. 1 in Times' preseason top 25 prep baseball rankings 2021 CIF Southern Section Baseball Championships (California) Talent-wise, culture-wise, with the position players we have and the depth on the mound, Kay said, this is one of the best if not the best team weve ever had here. They could have another rewarding season in 2022, given that three of their top 2021 players shortstop Ty Borgogno, center fielder Troy McCain and left-handed pitcher Andes Pasillas, who was 9-0 with a team-high 41 strikeouts were juniors this year. Ive been working on consistency there, he said. athletics@jserra.org / Privacy Policy, Baseball to play in the CIF Regional Final, Baseball advances in the CIF Regional Championship, Baseball wins the CIF Division 1 Championship, JESPY Nominations for Male Athlete of the Year, Baseball will play for a CIF Championship, JESPY Nominations for Breakthrough Athlete of the Year Award, Pavilion (Basketball, Volleyball, Wrestling), Fields (Football, Soccer, Lacrosse, Rugby). Its just a pretty special group, said Kay, who had to stop to collect his emotion while talking about the team.
UCLA lost only one of 13 baseball recruits to the MLB draft - Los Steve also writes a weekly column that covers pro and college sports, and other topics. (Photo by Paul Rodriguez, Contributing Photographer), JSerras Gage Jump slides into home to score a run in the third inning as Ayala catcher Marcus Galvan takes the late throw in the CIF SoCal Regional Championship in San Juan Capistrano on Saturday, June 26, 2021. Steve's first byline appeared in the Register in 1979. Following the CIF-SS finals are the first CIF Southern California Regionals, June 22-26. Tommy Golbranson Newport Beach , CA 2021. The Boras Baseball Classic tournament bracket will be made available in its entirety on the Boras Classic website, borasclassic.com, in early 2022. Coolers with ice and water are allowed and will be checked upon entry. JSerra has had players selected in five of the past six MLB Drafts, including No. JSerra baseball defeats Ayala to win CIF SoCal Regional Divison I Championship. A minimum number of games need to be guaranteed and will be based on the type of game and type of weekend and/or summer months. The Lions, behind one-hit pitching by Eric Silva and timely hitting, beat Ayala 5-1 on Saturday in the CIF Southern California Regional Division I championship game at JSerra High. With easyaccess to the US 60 and Loop 202 freeways and two major airports, teams travel from far and wide to play at our award-winning facility. PGs work begins when yours ends. Senior designated hitter Luke Jewett smacked a solo home run to finish a three-run third inning, and senior shortstop Cody Schrier reached base on three of his four plate appearances and scored the games first run in the first inning. This showcase is designed for players with 3.4 grade point averages and above who are looking for attention from the nations better academic schools. Many of these alumni had participated in multiple Perfect Game tournaments, showcases and/or leagues. We won the last game of the season, said JSerra coach Brett Kay. I feel like were one of the best teams in the nation, Kay said. Steve Fryer covers high school sports at the Orange County Register.
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Boras Baseball Classic of California Returns in 2022 for 10th JSerra (15-9), No. (Corona del Sol to Defend Boras Classic Title as Bracket is Released), Eight League Champions;Huntington Beach, Martin Lutheran King, Yucaipa, Villa Park, Sierra Canyon, San Dimas, Point Loma, and La Mirada, 26 Top 250 ranked nationally by Perfect Game for 2022, 2023, and 2024 classes, 68 Top 100 ranked in California for 2022, 2023, and 2024 by Perfect Game. Vendor Fee. 2023 Field Requests will be received until 7/31/2022. Silva, a hard-throwing senior right-hander who signed with UCLA, allowed two walks and a second-inning single. their projectability) for their body type and athleticism. I just wanted to be dominant on the mound, Silva said. (Photo by Paul Rodriguez, Contributing Photographer), JSerras Cody Schrier steals second as Ayala third baseman Luke Solis takes the late throw in the CIF SoCal Regional Championship in San Juan Capistrano on Friday, June 25, 2021. Gilbert Parks and Recreation proudly hosts a variety of tournaments during the Fall sports season. Tournament Game 2023 CIF Southern Section Boys' Basketball Championships (California) Division 1 JSerra Catholic 64 Great Oak 53 Final Box Score Tournament Bracket Feb 9, 2023 @ 4:52am Steve was honored as Champion for Character by the CIF-Southern Section. Still, JSerras baseball program, which has fielded some of Southern Californias better teams for many years, finally has its first trophy awarded to a CIF champion. San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675 / P (949) 493-9307 / F (949) 493-9308
On 2/24, the JSerra Catholic varsity baseball team won their away tournament game against Chaparral (Scottsdale, AZ) by a score of 9-0. DArcy signed with Arkansas. This was the last game of Silvas senior season. It will be interesting to see how they respond.. Regional championships usually are not as desirable as CIF Southern Section championships in a variety of sports.There was no dogpile of players on the mound when JSerra won Saturday. Harrison Steed ('10) will be inducted into the JSerra Hall of Fame at the 3rd annual JESPY Awards on May 25th. The proof is in the results. The 16 high school teams participating in the South Classic are guaranteed four games, with the championship game slated for April 22nd, 6 p.m. at Mater Dei High School. We are currently accepting field requests for open dates from January - December 2023. (Photo by Paul Rodriguez, Contributing Photographer), JSerras Luke Jewett, right, is greeted with a high five from teammate David Horn, left, at home plate after hitting a home run in the third inning against Ayala in the CIF SoCal Regional Championship in San Juan Capistrano on Saturday, June 26, 2021. On 2/8, the JSerra Catholic varsity basketball team won their away playoff game against Great Oak (Temecula, CA) by a score of 64-53. Jump, Schrier and Jewett also are UCLA signees. Sierra Canyon entered the tournament with a 22-0 record.
The report and PG Grade as well as video will be added to the players profile page around 4 weeks from the end of the event. The Lions pitching depth and talent at every position looks good enough in 2021 to win the Division 1 championship that might be the most difficult team championship to win in the Southern Section, given all of the future college and pro players on Division 1 playoff team rosters and the pitching depth therein, and the walking-the-tightrope nature of the single-elimination format of the baseball playoffs. YUCAIPA: Nine NCAA Division I commits for neighborhood team. Kay said the 2021 Lions might be the best team he has coached since he took the JSerra coaching position in 2006. It starts with only inviting players that we think recruiters would want to see. (Photo by Paul Rodriguez, Contributing Photographer), JSerras Gabe DArcy, left, scores a run in the third inning against Ayala in the CIF SoCal Regional Championship in San Juan Capistrano on Saturday, June 26, 2021. (Photo by Paul Rodriguez, Contributing Photographer), JSerra shortstop Cody Schrier, right, gives starting pitcher Eric Silva a bump to celebrate winning the CIF SoCal Regional Championship against Ayala in San Juan Capistrano on Saturday, June 26, 2021. You may occasionally receive promotional content from the Los Angeles Times. Perfect Game player information and rankings are a valuable resource for us., THE WORLD'S LARGEST AND MOST COMPREHENSIVE SCOUTING ORGANIZATION. Both of those Orange Lutheran hits came in the first inning. The Anaheim Lions Tournament began March 19 and continues through early May.
Roster forms are coming soon! The CIF Southern Section plans to announce by April 13 if there will be playoffs this spring for baseball and the other sports in the Season 2 group. The three teams with the highest point totals in the Southern Section are Orange County teams: in order they are Orange Lutheran, Huntington Beach and Cypress. PAUL GOLDSCHMIDT - COREY SEAGER - CLAYTON KERSHAW - CODY BELLINGER - STEPHEN STRASBURG. 5 in the Orange County top 25, will play O.C. How long does it take to get the scouting report and PG grade after the showcase? Getting to see a player in both a full workout and in game action at a showcase is the best way for us to properly rank a player. Share & Bookmark, Press Enter to show all options, press Tab go to next option, Cactus Yards is the perfect setting for baseball, fastpitch, and slowpitch tournaments. (480) 503-6640. Youth baseball and fastpitch softball players participating in the scheduled tournament are free . Perfect Game provides showcases, tournaments, online . For an overview of policies that are in place during tournaments check out our updated Tournament Policy Letter. Weve got a great group of kids here. JSerra catcher Colin Blanchard is at left. Why should I attend PG showcases? But its still a CIF championship. (Photo by Paul Rodriguez, Contributing Photographer), JSerra shortstop Ryusei Fujiwara jumps up to make the catch of a fly ball by Orange Lutheran in the semifinals of the Boras Classic baseball tournament in San Juan Capistrano on Thursday, April 21, 2022.
Christian Becerra shuts out JSerra as Harvard-Westlake wins CIF Orange Lutheran took a 1-0 lead in the top of the second inning. The Perfect Game network began in 1993 with a vision from former scout and college coach Jerry Ford. (Photo by . 2021-22 Varsity Baseball Schedule - JSerra Catholic High School Athletics Baseball Home Roster Schedule/Results Coaches More+ 2021-22 Varsity Baseball Schedule Overall 24-11 Pct.
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Who to contact if you need further help with showcases? Uncertainty about the status of the 2021 baseball season, because of COVID-19, forced a few tournaments like the Boras Classic and the National Classic to be canceled. When it became known that baseball would be played this spring, some tournaments were restructured or were created to fill the void. Cactus Yards does not register teams for tournaments that are not hosted by the Town. He didnt want to come out, Kay said postgame. It is updated with workout results, scouting reports, and video from the event. $25 per day. 2. (Photo by Paul Rodriguez, Contributing Photographer), JSerra starting pitcher Eric Silva delivers a pitch against Ayala in the CIF SoCal Regional Championship in San Juan Capistrano on Friday, June 25, 2021. It depends, the section says, on whether teams are able to play enough league games to determine playoff spots. For now, the CIF-SS has playoffs scheduled beginning with wild card-round games on June 1 and 2. *Rate determined by type of game (softball, baseball, fastpitch), type of weekend (holiday weekend) and/or time of year. Of the 1,530 players selected, 1,323 had attended a Perfect Game event, and 294 of the first 331 picks were Perfect Game alumni. We feel that they put on, and its not even close, the best showcases and tournaments of anybody. Bringing together Southern Californias most elite teams and players is an exciting time for the baseball community. Perfect Game is a leading resource for anyone interested in amateur baseball, running top-notch events throughout the year which are followed closely by our scouts. (Photo by Paul Rodriguez, Contributing Photographer), JSerra pitcher Eric Silva, center, gets a little encouragement from shortstop Cody Schrier, right, during the sixth inning against Ayala in the CIF SoCal Regional Championship in San Juan Capistrano on Saturday, June 26, 2021. Steve also writes a weekly column that covers pro and college sports, and other topics. Sliders Sports Grill will open for concessions at 7am and close an hour after the final game starts. Then you need to attend a Perfect Game Showcase! Skillshow will Maximize & lengthen your showcase experience by getting a professionally produced video & using it long after the event! Hollis, a junior right-hander, pitched a complete game in a 2-1 win over Orange Lutheran on March 11 in a Trinity League game. Steve Fryer covers high school sports at the Orange County Register. Powered by Playbook365 Steve was honored as Champion for Character by the CIF-Southern Section. To register for a tournament, you will need to contact the specific tournament organizer. It was a strange feeling to be playing games this deep into June, Kay said normally, theyd be eight or nine contests into a summer slate. During the workout sessions, we record 60-yard dash times, every throw from the infield, outfield and behind the plate gets radar-gunned, and we measure six important quantitative measures of the swing that are indicators of on-field success. Were all pretty relaxed and having fun, Schrier said. JSERRA: Four UCLA commits lead the pitching staff. Many players have relied on showcases to maximize their national exposure. Steve was honored as Champion for Character by the CIF-Southern Section. That includes Twitter accounts. ,CA. SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO It might not be the CIF championship JSerras baseball team preferred. Kay said senior left-hander Gage Jump is the ace of a staff. (Photo by Paul Rodriguez, Contributing Photographer), JSerras Luke Jewett, right, is greeted with a high five from teammate David Horn, left, at home plate after hitting a home run in the third inning against Ayala in the CIF SoCal Regional Championship in San Juan Capistrano on Saturday, June 26, 2021. 1 overall pick in the 2017 MLB draft, and Michael Curialle who was All-Orange County first team in 2019 and now is at UCLA. The championships would be June 18 and 19. (Photo by Paul Rodriguez, Contributing Photographer), JSerras Gabe DArcy, left, scores a run in the third inning against Ayala in the CIF SoCal Regional Championship in San Juan Capistrano on Saturday, June 26, 2021. While its not necessary to attend a Perfect Game Showcase to be ranked, it has become a big advantage for many players as it is the only way to guarantee a full scouting evaluation from our staff and get a PG Grade. Email us at CactusYards@gilbertaz.gov, Tournaments Hosted by the Town of Gilbert.
JSerra Catholic High School (San Juan Capistrano, CA - MaxPreps Loma 5: Brian Trujillo was 3 for 5, including a double that drove in the winning run for the Oilers (17-8) in the eighth inning of a fifth-place semifinal. No. $40-$50 per day/ field. That March 11 league game was a two-hitter. The last of the wild ride of restrictions that every program in Southern California had overcome.
JSerra baseball defeats Ayala to win CIF SoCal Regional Divison I (Photo by Paul Rodriguez, Contributing Photographer), Orange Lutheran pitcher Gabe Miranda delivers a pitch against JSerra in the semifinals of the Boras Classic baseball tournament in San Juan Capistrano on Thursday, April 21, 2022. All of these are displayed on the players individual profile pages, which are available at the fingertips of any college coach or pro scout on a website that receives more than 1,000,000 pageviews per day. (Photo by Paul Rodriguez, Contributing Photographer), JSerras Gage Jump slides into home to score a run in the third inning as Ayala catcher Marcus Galvan takes the late throw in the CIF SoCal Regional Championship in San Juan Capistrano on Saturday, June 26, 2021. Park Hours: Everyday 9 am - 9 pm
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After fielding the ball, he turned and threw the runner out. He was in the inaugural class inducted into the Santa Ana Unified School District Sports Hall of Fame. (Online Payment Processing Fee. No. Steve's first byline appeared in the Register in 1979. Submitting instructions available under "Registration/League Roster Process. Schrier, who signed with UCLA, has been an outstanding fielder for a couple of years and looks to improve with the bat this year. Ayala catcher Marcus Galvan is at right, (Photo by Paul Rodriguez, Contributing Photographer), JSerra shortstop Cody Schrier throws the ball to second base to try to get the Ayala runner in the CIF SoCal Regional Championship in San Juan Capistrano on Saturday, June 26, 2021. Why are Perfect Game Showcases better than others? Tue, 03/07 4:00 PM Boys Baseball vs Mater Dei. ,CA, Laguna Niguel VIEW THE NUMBER OF PLAYERS FROM THIS EVENT TO GO ON TO THE NEXT LEVEL, JSerra High School | San Juan Capistrano, CA. 13U-14U $620. Attention is definitely paid to a players intangibles as much as possible (i.e. 1 JSerra has so much talent, complacency might be its biggest opponent, Live high school updates: CIF Southern California Regional basketball, soccer playoffs, Juju Watkins leads Sierra Canyon past Mater Dei in girls basketball regional semifinals, JSerra boys soccer shuts out Birmingham to win first CIF SoCal Regional title, Boys and girls soccer: Saturdays scores in the CIF SoCal Regional finals. (Photo by Paul Rodriguez, Contributing Photographer), Ayala infielder Nathan Aldaz fields a hard grounder by JSerra during the CIF SoCal Regional Championship in San Juan Capistrano on Saturday, June 26, 2021.
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