1. Ladson Montgomery - C - Creekside HS - Alabama
Ladson Montgomery, a Catcher who is a member of the Orlando Scorpions Black 17U team, has verbally commited to attend the University of Alabama. Ladson, a member of the 16U USA Baseball Youth National Team, made his verbal commitment just before joining the Scorpions for the fall season. Ladson is known as one of the better defensive catchers in his class and has a potent left handed bat as well. He is the ultimate field general. Congratulations to Ladson and his family for securing the next step in their baseball journey!
2. Ben Overman - RHP - Dr. Phillips HS - University of Central Florida
Ben Overman, a RHP who is a member of the Orlando Scorpions Black 17U team, recently made a verbal commitment to the University of Central Florida. Ben is a projectable 6'3, 175 lb RHP with an explosive arm. Ben pitches regularly in the upper 80s and lower 90s and is just beginning to tap into his potential. He becomes the first Scorpion pitcher to commit from the 2010 class. Congrats to Ben and his family for taking the next step in his baseball career!
3. Austin Anderson - INF - Mt. Dora HS - University of Mississippi
Austin Anderson, a shortstop who was a member of the Orlando Scorpions Black 17U team this summer, has recently made a commitment to the Ole Miss Rebels. Austin is a plus runner with outstanding defensive actions in the middle of the diamond. Batting from the leftside, Austin is a prototypical top of the lineup bat, who figures to make an immediate impact for the SEC school. Austin has been an important part of the Scorpions organization since after his sophomore year, helping lead the 16U Black team to the 2008 USA Junior Olympic Championship as well as the 2008 PG/BCS National Championship. Congrats to Austin, aka "Georgia" and the entire Anderson family!
4. Will Allen - C - Gainesville Bucholz HS - University of Mississippi
Will Allen, a Catcher who is a current member of the Orlando Scorpions 17U Black team, has made a verbal committment to join the Ole Miss Rebel baseball program in the fall of 2010. Will is a former member of the 16U USA Baseball Team who profiles as a middle of the order bat for the SEC school. Congrats to Will as well as his parents for taking the next step in your baseball career.
5. AJ Cole - RHP - Oviedo HS - University of Miami
AJ Cole, a Pitcher who is a current member of the Orlando Scorpions 17U Black team, has made a verbal committment to join the University of Miami Hurricane baseball program. AJ is one of the top pitchers in the 2010 high school class and has been a member of the Scorpion organization since after his freshman year in HS. Congrats to AJ and the Cole family for securing the next step in his baseball career.
6. Jose Dore - OF - First Academy - Florida State University
Jose Dore, an Outfielder who is a current member of the Orlando Scorpions 17U Black team, has made a verbal committment to join the Florida State University baseball program. Jose is a lefthanded hitter with a plus throwing arm who figures to be a big part of the Seminole offensive attack once he arrives in Tallahassee. Jose was a finalist for Team USA's Youth National Team last year. Congrats to Jose and his entire family for reaching this longtime goal!
7. Brandon Bixler - LHP - Hagerty HS - Florida Gulf Coast University
Brandon Bixler, a LHP and member of the Orlando Scorpions Black 17U Team, has made a verbal committment to attend Florida Gulf Coast University. Brandon will bring his mid to upper 80s fastball to the Ft. Myers campus in the fall of 2010. Brandon has been an important part of the Scorpions organization since his 16 year old summer. Congrats to Brandon and the Bixler family for taking the next step in your baseball career.
8. Casey Mulholland - RHP/OF - IMG/Pendelton School - University of Mississippi
Casey Mulholland, a RHP/OF and member of the Scorpions 17U Black Team, has made a verbal comittment to attend the University of Mississippi. Casey will look to contribute immediately both on the mound and at the plate for the Rebels. Casey joins catcher Will Allen and shortstop Austin Anderson and becomes the 3rd Scorpion to commit to the SEC school. Congrats to Casey and the entire Mulholland family for taking the next step in your baseball career!
9. Sean O'Brien - SS/3B - Clearwater HS - Florida State University
Sean O'Brien, an 6'3'' infielder and a member of the Orlando Scorpions 17U Black Team, has made a verbal comittment to attend Florida State University. Sean is a middle of the lineup bat who will look to impact the Florida State lineup immediately upon his arrival in Tallahassee. Sean was recently selected to play in the 2009 Under Amour All-American Game at Wrigley Field. Congrats to Sean and the O'Brien family for reaching a lifelong goal. Sean joins Scorpions teammate Jose Dore as a part of the 2010 Seminole recruiting class.
10. Kyle Van Alstine - RHP - Merritt Island HS - The Air Force Academy
Kyle Van Alstine, a 6'5'' right handed pitcher and a member of the Orlando Scorpions 17U Black Team, has made a verbal commitment to attend The Air Force Academy. Kyle has family roots in the Academy, and chose the school over several ACC and SEC schools. Kyle is the second player in as many years to choose the Air Force Academy, joining 2009 graduate Matt Zettler. Congrats to Kyle and the entire Van Alstine family for realizing a dream. Kyle becomes the 10th 2010 commitment from the Scorpions Organization.
11. Anthony Dovale - RHP - McKeel Academy (Lakeland) - Florida Southern College
Anthony Dovale, a 6'4'' right handed pitcher and a member of the Orlando Scorpions 17U Purple Team, has made a verbal commitment to attend Florida Southern College. Anthony is a workhorse with a three pitch repertoire and an ultimate competitor. Anthony will look to make an immediate impact for one of the top DII programs in the country. Congrats to Anthony and the entire Dovale family for taking the next step in your career!
12. Clay Chapman - RHP - Colonial High School - Florida Southern College
Clay Chapman, a 6'0 right handed pitcher and a member of the Orlando Scorpions 17U Purple team this summer, has made a verbal commitment to attend Florida Southern College. Clay is an ultra-competitive pitcher who was the leader for the Purple team on the mound this summer. Clay compliments an upper 80s fastball with a tight slider and developing splitter. Clay's best days are indeed ahead of him, and he will look to anchor the Florida Southern rotation for several years upon his arrival in Lakeland. Congrats to Clay and the Chapman family on taking the next step in your career!
13. Mark Lumpa - RHP - Bolles High School - Duke University
Mark Lumpa, a RHP and a member of the Orlando Scorpions Purple 17U team this summer, has made a verbal commitment to attend Duke University. Mark is the ultimate pitcher, commanding the strike zone with three pitches. In high school, Mark was the #1 starter for the State Champion Jacksonville Bolles High School team. Mark excels both on the field and in the classroom, and will be taking his game in both areas to the Durham campus in the fall of 2010. Congratulations to the entire Lumpa family for reaching this goal!
14. Patrick Maronde - RHP - Lexington Catholic HS - Coastal Carolina University
Patrick Maronde, a RHP and a member of the Orlando Scorpions organization this summer, has made a verbal commitment to attend Coastal Carolina University. Patrick is an ultra-projectable RHP who throws a lively fastball in the low 90s. Patrick is the younger brother of former Scorpion and current University of Florida pitcher Nick Maronde. Congrats to Patrick and the Maronde family on taking the next step in your baseball career.
15. Dom Attanasio - OF - Olympia HS - Clemson University
Dom Attanasio, an OF and a current member of the Orlando Scorpions Purple team this fall, has made a verbal commitment to attend Clemson University. Dom is a speedy outfielder that does everything on the baseball field well. He hits from the leftside and is the prototypical table setter. Congrats to Dom and the Attanasio family for taking the next step in your baseball career! Dom is the 15th Scorpions 2010 player to commit.
16. Blake Prince - INF - Edgewater HS - University of North Florida
Blake Prince, an Infielder and current member of the Orlando Scorpions Purple team this fall, has made a verbal commitment to attend the University of North Florida in Jacksonville, Florida. Blake has been a integral part of the Scorpions program since his freshman season, helping lead our organization to both the Junior Olympic and PG/BCS Titles in 2008. Blake is an extremely strong young man with tremendous upside for the college game. He has untold power potential for a Middle Infielder and a strong arm to match. With his excellent GPA and Test scores he will undoubtedly succeed in his educational endeavors. Blake is the 16th Scorpions 2010 player to commit. Congratulations to Blake and his entire family for getting to the next level!
17. Alex Bacon - OF - Tampa Jesuit HS - University of North Florida
Alex Bacon, an outfielder and current member of the Orlando Scorpions Purple fall team, has recently committed to the University of North Florida. Alex is an excellent all-around baseball player who plays the game full speed all the time. He was an integral part of his high school team which was ranked #1 Nationally for much of the year as well as a powerful Orlando Scorpions 17U Purple offense this summer. Alex will be a quality addition to the UNF Program and joins Blake Prince as a member of Head Coach Smoke Laval's first recruiting class. Congrats to Alex and the Bacon family.
18. Tyler Moore - RHP - Seabreeze HS - University of North Florida
Tyler Moore, a Right Handed Pitcher and current member of the Orlando Scopions Purple fall team has committed to the University of North Florida. Tyler is an outstanding pitcher with three pitches in his arsenal. His slider might very well be his best pitch but his overall cool demeanor and competitive spirit are equally as important to his success. Tyler is a good student in the classroom as well as on the field being astute in the knowledge of the game. Congrats to Tyler and the entire Moore family. Tyler becomes the 3rd UNF verbal committment this past weekend for the Scorpions family.
19. Brant Masters - RHP/1B - Lakeland HS - Furman University
Brant Masters, a RHP/1B from Lakeland HS and a member of the Orlando Scorpions 17U Gray team this summer, has recently made a verbal commitment to attend Furman University. Brant is projectable both on the mound and at the plate, and as a young senior, has a promising future ahead. Congratulations to Brant and the Masters family for securing the next step in your baseball career! Brant becomes the 19th Scorpion to verbally commit from the 2010 class.
20. Jeff Dally - LHP - Citrus HS - University of Central Florida
Jeff Dally, a 6'5 left handed pitcher from Citrus HS and a current member of the Orlando Scorpions Purple fall team, has recently committed to play baseball and attend the University of Central Florida. Jeff is a member of head coach Terry Rooney's second recruiting class at UCF and is a high ceiling talent that has yet to tap his true potential. Jeff uses an upper 80s fastball that often overmatches opposing hitters as his go to pitch, but compliments it with a big downer curveball and developing change. Congrats to Jeff, his entire family, and UCF on this development. Jeff is the 20th 2010 Scorpion commitment.
21. Spencer Bowles - C - Wiregrass Ranch HS - Saint Leo University
Spencer Bowles, a catcher from Wiregrass Ranch HS and a current member of the Orlando Scorpions Black fall team, has recently made a commitment to play baseball at Sunshine State Conference member Saint Leo University. Spencer has worked extremely hard to position himself to take the next step in his baseball career, and the Scorpion family is very proud of him. Spencer's best tool is his extremely strong arm. Spencer will look to contribute immediately to the DII program. Congrats to Spencer and the entire Bowles family!
22. Kevin Peters - LHP - Edgewater HS - University of West Florida
Kevin Peters, a Left Handed Pitcher from Edgewater HS and a current member of the Orlando Scorpions Purple fall team who recently finished 3rd in the Nation at the prestigious Perfect Game tournament held in Jupiter, FL, has made a commitment to play baseball at the University of West Florida in Pensacola. Kevin pitched 8 successful innings in the 5 day tournament, including a stellar relief performance in the Semifinal. The Argos are expecting Kevin to contribute in the same manner during his first year at the University with his great control of three pitches
23. Tyler Marincov - OF - Timber Creek HS - University of North Florida
Tyler Marincov, an outfielder from Timber Creek HS and a long time Orlando Scorpion, has recently made a commitment to play baseball at the University of North Florida. Tyler is one of the premier two sport athletes in Central Florida having been recruited by many Division 1 football programs as a strong armed quarterback in addition to his baseball prowess. In the end, Tyler thought the opportunities on the baseball diamond outweighed those on the gridiron, and he will take his game north to Jacksonville. Tyler profiles as an immediate middle of the lineup bat and joins an extremely promising recruiting class for first year coach Smoke Laval at UNF that includes 3 other Scorpion players. Tyler has been a centerpiece of the Scorpion program since after his freshman season, helping lead our organization to both the Junior Olympic and PG/BCS Titles in 2008 and a 3rd place finish at the PG/WWBA World Championships in Jupiter during the 2009 campaign. Congrats to Tyler and the Marincov family for taking the next step in your career!
24. Ricky Knapp - RHP - Port Charlotte HS - Florida Gulf Coast University
Ricky Knapp, a right handed pitcher from Port Charlotte High School, recently committed to play collegiate baseball at Florida Gulf Coast University in Fort Myers, Florida. FGCU is quickly becoming a force in the Atlantic Sun conference having won 38 and 36 games respectivelly in their two years since joining the conference. Ricky is an extremely polished pitcher who uses outstanding command of four pitches to keep hitters at bay while consistently running his fastball into the upper 80s. Knapp has been a member of the Orlando Scorpions' family since the summer 2008 season when he was a member of the Scorpions Purple 16U Team. Ricky will join Scorpion alum Robert Greene, Patrick Nathanson, and Chris Sale at Gulf Coast in the fall of 2010. Congrats to Ricky and the Knapp family!
25. Brett Winger - RHP - Olympia HS - University of Michigan
Brett Winger, a strong bodied right handed pitcher from Olympia High School, has recently committed to play baseball at the University of Michigan. Brett is one of the most competitive players the Scorpions have had, and can always be counted on in big situations. He throws a heavy fastball in the upper 80s/lower 90s and compliments this will a late breaking slider and quality change. Brett also excels in the classroom, and Michigan's prestigous academic pedigree certainly appealed to him. Brett will look to make an immediate impact for the Wolverines and add to a rich history of success at the institution. Congrats to Brett and the entire Winger family on taking the next step in your baseball career!
26. Albert Lefran - INF - West Orange HS - Nova Southeastern University
Albert Lefran, an infielder from West Orange HS, has recently made a verbal commitment to attend Nova Southeastern University. Albert is a left-handed hitter who helped anchor a deep lineup for the Orlando Scorpions 17U Purple team this fall. Albert is an extremely hard worker whose best days are ahead of him. Albert will look to make an immediate impact for the Sunshine State Conference school when he gets on campus in the fall of 2010. Congrats to Albert and his family for securing the next step in their baseball journey!
27. Kutler Lane - RHP - Lake Brantley HS - West Florida University
Kutler Lane, a right handed pitcher from Lake Brantley HS, has recently committed to attend West Florida University. Kutler is a strike throwing machine who has been a member of the Orlando Scorpions since the summer of 2008. Kutler was the starting pitcher for the Scorpions Black 16U team when they won the Junior Olympics in 2008 and was an integral part of the Scorpions Purple 17U pitching staff this summer. Kutler throws three pitches for a strike, and gets superior run and sink on his fastball. Kutler works fast and will be an inning eater at the next level. Congrats to Kutler and the Lane family for taking the next step!
28. Lee Cheneler - LHP - The Master's Academy - Stetson University
Lee Cheneler, a left handed pitcher from The Master's Academy, has recently made a commitment to attend Stetson University in Deland, FL. Lee is a proven winner at the high school level and was a member of the Orlando Scorpions 16U Purple team in 2008 and the Orlando Scorpions Gray 17U team in 2009. Lee has command of three pitches and will be relied upon to get outs as soon as he gets to Stetson. Congrats to Lee and the entire Cheneler family for taking the next step in your career.
29. Alex Arellano - 3B/1B - East Ridge HS - Lake Sumter CC
Alex, a corner infielder from East Ridge HS, recently committed to attend and play baseball at Lake Sumter CC. Alex is a longtime Scorpion, having been a part of the program since the summer of 2008. Alex has hit in the middle of the lineup for every Scorpion team he has played on, and figures to do the same for Lake Sumter. This fall, he anchored the Scorpions Purple 18U teams lineup, and helped lead them to a 3rd place finish in Jupiter at the WWBA World Championship. Alex is an extremely hard worker who continues to improve his game in all facets. We expect big things from him at the next level. Congrats to Alex and the Arellano family!
30. Paul Stelling - RHP - Cypress Creek HS - Belmont Abbey College
Paul, a right handed pitcher from Cypress Creek HS, recently committed to Belmont Abbey College located in North Carolina. Belmont Abbey is fresh of a 3rd place finish at the DII College World Series, losing in the semifinal to eventual National Champion Lynn. Paul will be expected to step into the program and quickly make an impact. The tall righthander sports a mid to upper 80s fastball along with a late breaking slider. Paul has been a member of the Scorpions since the summer of 2008 having played at the 16U, 17U, and 18U levels during his tenure. Congrats to Paul and the Stelling family for taking the next step!
1. Patrick Leonard (SS, Creekside HS, Jacksonville, FL) - University of Georgia
Congrats to Patrick Leonard, the first 2011 commitment from the Orlando Scorpions program. Patrick is a projectable middle infielder with a powerful right-handed bat. Patrick is a member of the Orlando Scorpions 17U Black team.
2. Ryan Meyer (RHP, Oviedo HS, Oviedo, FL) - University of Central Florida
Ryan Meyer, a 6'6'' RHP, who is a current memeber of the Orlando Scorpions 17U Purple Team, recently made a verbal comittment to the University of Central Florida. Ryan is an extremely projectable righty who has recently began to tap into his potential. His fastball reaches the low 90s and regularly sits in the upper 80s. Ryan has been a member of the Scorpion family since his 16 year old summer. Congrats to Ryan and the Meyer family for securing the next step in your baseball career!
3. Sean Trent (3B/OF, Bishop Moore HS, Orlando, FL) - University of Florida
Sean Trent, a 6'0 3B/OF, who is a current member of the Orlando Scorpions Black fall team, recently made a verbal comittment to the University of Florida. Sean is an extremely hard worker who has plus tools across the board. Sean was an intregal member of the 2009 Scorpions Purple 17U team who finished in the top 8 at the PG/WWBA National Championships in Atlanta, GA as well as runner-ups at the ProspectWire State Championship. Sean will join fellow Scorpions Nolan Fontana, Ben McMahon, Greg Larson, Clint Franklin and Nick Maronde in the Orange and Blue. Congrats to Sean and the entire Trent family!
4. JoMarcos Woods (OF, The First Academy, Orlando, FL) - University of Central Florida
JoMarcos Woods, a 5'8 OF, who is a current member of the Orlando Scorpions Black 18U team, recently made a verbal comittment to the University of Central Florida. JoMarcos is a speedy centerfielder who hits from the left side of the plate. He comes to the Scorpions fresh off winning a gold metal with the USA Youth National Team. Congrats to JoMarcos and all those who help him reach his goal.
5. Garrett Nuss (RHP, Mt. Dora HS, Mt. Dora, FL) - University of Central Florida
Garrett Nuss, a 6'2 RHP, who is a current member of the Orlando Scorpions Black 18U team, recently made a verbal commitment to the University of Central Florida. Garrett is a polished RHP who compliments a low 90s fastball with three quality offspeed pitches. Garrett was a member of the Orlando Scorpions Black 16U team this summer and becomes the fifth commitment from the 2011 class for the Scorpions organization. Congrats to Garrett and the Nuss family for taking the next step in your career!
6. Jordan Priddle (LHP, Leon HS, Tallahassee, FL) - Florida State University
Jordan Priddle, a 6'1 LHP, who is a current member of the Orlando Scorpions Black 18U team, recently made a verbal commitment to Florida State University. Jordan is an extremely talented lefthanded pitcher who uses a running upper 80s fastball and two plus secondary offerings to keep hitters on the defensive. Jordan helped anchor the 16U Black rotation this summer and recently struck out 11 over a 4 inning span at the Perfect Game Underclass National Championships. Jordan is the sixth verbal commitment from the Scorpions organization for the 2011 class and will join Jose Dore, Sean O'brien (2010 FSU Commits), John Gast, Ohmed Danesh, Corben Madden, and Stuart Tapley (former Scorpions) in the Garnett and Gold. Congrats to Jordan and the Priddle family for taking the next step in your baseball career!
The following is a list of all 2009 college signings by member of the Orlando Scorpions. Congrats to each one of you for taking the next step in your baseball careers and best of luck to you in college!
1. Joe Lovecchio (RHP, Seabreeze HS) - University of Miami
2. Nate Gonzalez (C, East Ridge HS) - Vanderbilt University
3. Chase Vergason (SS, Bishop Moore HS) - Florida Atlantic University
4. Nolan Fontana (SS, West Orange HS) - University of Florida
5. Anthony Caronia (2B, Bishop Moore HS) - University of Central Florida
6. Mark Nelson (OF, Dr. Phillips HS) - Florida Atlantic University
7. Zeke DeVoss (OF, Astronaut HS) - University of Miami
8. Jason Boyer (LHP, Bishop Moore) - Florida Atlantic University
9. Kyle Andre (RHP, Frostproof) - Seminole Community College
10. Nick Franklin (SS, Lake Brantley) - Auburn University
11. Matt Zettler (RHP, Winter Springs) - Air Force Academy
12. James Mannara (LHP/OF, Bishop Moore) - Florida Tech
13. Matt Noble (3B/RHP, Flagler Palm Coast) - Lynn University
14. Robbie Haben (3B/C, Pine Castle Christian) - George Washington University
15. Ethan Bornstein (LHP, Winter Park HS) - University of Miami
16. Brandin Barroso (SS/RHP, Citrus HS) - Newberry College
17. Johnny Mazur (OF, Spruce Creek HS) - Florida Tech
18. Coleman Barron (OF/RHP, Lake Highland Prep) - Davidson
19. Craig Veech (1B/3B, Lake Brantley HS) - US Naval Academy
**Will play football and baseball
20. Ricky Moses (OF, Friends Central HS) - Spartanburg Methodist University
21. Andrew Zimmerman (RHP/3B, Sarasota Riverview HS) - Western Kentucky University
22. Scott Robinson (RHP, Seminole HS - Tampa) - University of Central Florida
23. John Lawroski (OF, Ocala Trinity Catholic) - Birmingham Southern University
**Johnny will play both football and baseball at Birmingham Southern and was recently named to the FHSAA All-Scholastic 1st team along with teammate Robbie Haben.
24. Jeff Lemon (INF, Flagler Palm Coast) - Embry Riddle Aeronautical University
25. Hunter Mayfield (OF, Chiles) - Ohio State University
26. Matthew Garlock (RHP, Crystal River) - Tallahassee CC
27. Zack Tutak (OF, Flagler Palm Coast) - Newberry College
28. AJ Mackey (INF, Olympia HS) - High Point University
29. Corben Madden (LHP, Boone HS) - Florida State University
30. Mike McDonald (RHP, Lake Brantley HS) - Florida Tech
