LATEST PG SHOWCASE REPORT
2018 Sunshine South Showcase
Austin Schaper is a 2019 RHP/OF with a 6-1 170 lb. frame from Port Neches, TX who attends Port Neches-Groves HS. Medium-large frame with lean, projectable build; ran 60 yard dash in 7.69 seconds. Primary righthanded pitcher, athletic delivery with rocker step back into leg lift, moving parts to delivery add deception, loose arm stroke that works well, creates plane from high three quarters slot, fastball worked 73-77 mph. Breaking ball is a difference maker, thrown with excellent spin and sharpness, changes shape from 12/6 to 10/4 with good bite in both, very good feel for spinning the baseball and throwing strikes. Very good performance with the bat as well, looseness to hands with very good bat speed through the zone, has legitimate juice off the barrel with HR carry, squared up the ball with consistency. Worked out in the outfield, shows solid hands at the ball, deliberate actions, arm up to 78 mph. Very good student.