"CELEBRATING 15 YEARS OF EXCELLENCE - THE POWER OF THE PURPLE" 

2009 PG/WWBA WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS - JUPITER - 3rd PLACE

2009 PG/WWBA UNDERCLASS WORLD CHAMPIONS

2009 18U PROSPECTWIRE STATE FINALS - 2nd and 3rd PLACE

2009 PG/WWBA 17U NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS - ATLANTA - 5th PLACE

The Orlando Scorpions Purple team (2010 graduates) recently completed an impressive run at the largest scouting attraction in all of baseball.  The Scorpions lost in the semifinal to the OC Boxers after an undefeated run through pool play and the first two rounds of the playoffs.  Wins in the playoffs included a 12-4 triumph over the New Jersey Twins and a 8-6 win over FTB Mizuno in the quarterfinals.

This 2010 group of players has had an extremely successful run in the Scorpions' uniform having won the USA Junior Olympics and PG/BCS National Championships as 16 year olds (in the summer of 2008) before finishing off their fall senior season with a deep run in the most competitive Scout Team tournament of them all.  The 2010 grads were a true team in every sense of the word, and as Perfect Game's David Rawnsley wrote before the tournament started, "The Scorpions are perennial contenders as always and have the talent for a deep playoff run...they are one of those teams whose whole is always greater than the sum of their parts."  

In the opinion of the Scorpions coaching staff, there can be no greater compliment than this.  We appreciate our players and their families, and for their commitment to the team mentality above all else.  Congrats to each of you for a memorable run!

Team Roster

The Orlando Scorpions Underclass Black team defeated the Midland Braves/Kansas City Royals Scout Team by a score of 3-1 to claim the PG/WWBA Underclass World Championship.  The tournament was comprised of 100 of the Nations top teams featuring 2011 and 2012 graduates.  The Black team won 5 playoff games in two days by defeating the FTB Brewers Underclass (10-2), Team Georgia (6-4), Dallas Patriots (14-2), East Cobb Braves (7-4), and Midland Braves (3-1).  The team was paced by outstanding pitching and defense and powerful hitting the entire 4 day weekend.  Austin Slater, a SS/3B from Jacksonville Bolles HS, was named tournament MVP for his 11-24 performance at the plate.  From top to bottom, the lineup produced clutch hit after clutch hit. 

Congratulations to all the players and parents for this accomplishment.  We hope you enjoy those Championship Rings!!

Team Roster

1.  Perfect Game Website -

www.perfectgame.org

2.  World Wood Bat Association (WWBA) -

www.worldwoodbat.com

3.  BaseballWebTV (video) -

www.baseballwebtv.com

4.  Perfect Game - Orlando Scorpions Story (Underclass) -

http://www.pgcrosschecker.com/articles/DisplayArticle.aspx?article=1891

5.  Perfect Game - Orlando Scorpions Story (Jupiter) -

http://www.pgcrosschecker.com/articles/DisplayArticle.aspx?article=1920 

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 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! 

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