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Name |
POS |
YR |
B/T |
HT |
WT |
Hometown |
High School |
| 16 |
Austin Avalos
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Austin Avalos 16
Position: Catcher
Weight: 170
Height: 6'0"
Year: Freshman
Hometown: Ballwin, MO
OUTLOOK
Will compete for playing time behind the plate. Might also battle for a spot as designated hitter. Solid catch and throw player with quick release. Has worked hard on the defensive part of his game. Strong player with gap-to-gap power. Average speed on the bases. A real competitor with a strong work ethic.
HIGH SCHOOL
Parkway South High School, 2012. Played for Coach Adam Stahl. Earned two varsity letters in baseball. Hit .333 with 1 RBIs and 8 stolen bases in 2012. Named West County High School Baseball Offensive MVP in 2010. As a junior, hit .250 with 1 RBIs. Honor roll student.
PERSONAL
Born Aug. 30. Full given name is Austin James Avalos. Nickname is Double A. Career ambition is to be a high school teacher and coach. Chose SCC over Mineral Area College. Son of James Avalos and Jennifer Williams. Enjoys fishing, playing Xbox and hanging out with friends and family. Favorite food is pizza. Favorite TV show is Family Guy. Favorite musical artist is Pitbull. Favorite movie is Major League. Person in history he’d most like to meet is Teddy Roosevelt. Favorite athlete is Derek Jeter. Favorite class is psychology. His prized possession is his car. Team he would like to see added to the SCC schedule is Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College.
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Catcher |
Freshman |
R/R |
6'0" |
170 |
Ballwin, MO |
Parkway South |
| 21 |
Aaron Bedsworth
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Aaron Bedsworth 21
Position: LHP
Weight: 200
Height: 6'0
Year: Sophomore
Hometown: New Bloomfield, MO
OUTLOOK
Returning sophomore lefty who will compete for a spot in the starting rotation. Good pitchers frame. One of the best conditioned athletes on the 2013 squad. His fastball reaches the low to mid 80s. Has all the tools necessary to be an outstanding pitcher. Extremely bright with an outstanding work ethic.
HIGH SCHOOL
New Bloomfield High School, 2011. Played for Coach Brandon Talbot. Earned three varsity letters in baseball and three in basketball. Earned First Team All-State as a utility player in 2011. Named Conference MVP. Posted a 5-1 record splitting time on the mound and in the outfield. Made 8 pitching appearances, all starts, with 40 Ks in 37 innings pitched with a .81 ERA. As a senior, led New Bloomfield hitting .473 with 7 doubles, 1 triple, 2 home runs and 27 RBIs. Three-time selection to the Academic All-Conference team.
PERSONAL
Born April 13. Full given name is Aaron Baxter Bedsworth. Nickname is Bedsy. Career ambition is to get his master’s of engineering. Chose SCC over Missouri S&T. Son of Susan and Todd Bedsworth. Has a sister, Sydni, and a brother, Zach. Favorite athlete is Skip Schumacher. His prized possession is his truck. Team he would like to see added to the SCC schedule is Pensacola Junior College.
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LHP |
Sophomore |
L/L |
6'0 |
200 |
New Bloomfield, MO |
New Bloomfield |
| 24 |
Austin Boden
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Austin Boden 24
Position: 1B/3B
Weight: 185
Height: 5'11"
Year: Freshman
Hometown: St. Charles, MO
OUTLOOK
Freshman infielder that will compete for playing time at both corners and at designated hitter. Strongest part of his game is with the bat. Adds a right-handed bat to the 2013 squad. Good speed in the field and on the bases. Strong and accurate throwing arm. A real competitor with a strong work ethic.
HIGH SCHOOL
Francis Howell Central High School, 2012. Played for Coach Ray Howard. Earned three varsity letters in baseball. As a senior, helped lead Howell Central to a 22-5 record. Hit .284 with 2 doubles, triple, 13 RBIs and 8 stolen bases in 2012. A three-time All-Academic All-Conference award member.
PERSONAL
Born Oct. 1. Full given name is Austin Randall Boden. Nickname is AB. Career ambition is to be a police officer. Chose SCC over STLCC Meramec. Son of Randy and Sandy Boden. Has a sister, Ashley, and a brother, Alexander. Enjoys all outdoor activities and hanging out with friends and family. Favorite food is steak. Favorite TV shows are Sports Center and Swamp People. Favorite movie is Coach Carter. Person in history he would most like to meet is Elvis. Favorite athlete is Derek Jeter. Favorite class is math. Team he would most like to see added to the SCC schedule is Johnson County Community College.
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1B/3B |
Freshman |
R/R |
5'11" |
185 |
St. Charles, MO |
Francis Howell Central |
| 33 |
Brannon Callaway
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Brannon Callaway 33
Position: RHP
Weight: 185
Height: 6'0"
Year: Sophomore
Hometown: O'Fallon, MO
OUTLOOK
Sophomore righty that will be in the starting rotation. Gained valuable experience in 2012 as both a starter and reliever. Pitches in the middle 80s. Has the ability to locate his off-speed stuff. Provides the 2013 staff with a different look. Has all the tools necessary to be an outstanding pitcher. Adds depth to the pitching staff.
HIGH SCHOOL
Francis Howell High School, 2011. Played for Coach Tony Perkins. Earned one varsity letter in baseball. Earned All-GAC Second Team honors as a pitcher. Helped Francis Howell earn the Missouri class 4A state title. As a senior, posted a 7-1 record on the mound. Worked 36.3 innings with a 3.66 ERA. Played summer baseball for the St. Charles Capitals. Named to the 2011 SLABBA All-Star game.
PERSONAL
Born July 11. Full given name is Brannon Roderick Callaway. Nickname is BC. Career ambition is to be an accountant. Chose SCC over Southwestern Illinois College. Son of Anne and James Callaway. Has a sister, Katie. Enjoys hockey and video games. Favorite food is buffalo chicken dip. Favorite TV show is Prime 9 on MLB Network. Favorite musical artist is Drake. Favorite movie is Happy Gilmore. Person in history he would most like to meet is Babe Ruth. Favorite athlete is Mike Trout. Team he would most like to see on the SCC schedule is Triton College.
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RHP |
Sophomore |
R/R |
6'0" |
185 |
O'Fallon, MO |
Francis Howell |
| 9 |
Brad Chapman
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Brad Chapman 9
Position: Outfield
Weight: 215
Height: 6'0"
Year: Sophomore
Hometown: St. Charles, MO
OUTLOOK
Joined the team in the fall as a transfer, after playing his freshman season at Maple Woods Community College. Comes to SCC after a highly successful prep career. Will compete for playing time in the outfield corners. Gets good jumps on balls and utilizes excellent speed. Will hit in the middle of the order. Gap-to-gap type hitter with excellent power to all fields. A real competitor with a strong work ethic.
HIGH SCHOOL
Fort Zumwalt East High School, 2012. Played for Coach Russ Hill. Earned three varsity letters in baseball. As a senior, helped lead East to a 21-9 record. Earned Honorable Mention All-State honors in 2011. Named First Team All-GAC in 2011. Hit .463 with 9 doubles, 4 triples and 1 home run, 24 RBIs in 2011. Named First-Team All-GAC in 2011. As a junior, hit .383 with 5 doubles, 8 triples and 1 home run with 22 RBIs. Academic All-Conference.
PERSONAL
Born Sept. 25. Full given name is Bradley James Chapman. Nickname is Chap. Chose SCC over Maple Woods Community College. Son of Larry and Kris Chapman. Has a sister, Brynley. Enjoys bowling. Favorite food is buffalo wings. Person in history he would most like to meet is Jesus. Favorite athlete is Ryan Howard. Team he would like to see added to the SCC schedule is Garden City Community College.
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Outfield |
Sophomore |
R/R |
6'0" |
215 |
St. Charles, MO |
Fort Zumwalt East |
| 32 |
Danny Droege
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Danny Droege 32
Position: LHP
Weight: 160
Height: 5'9
Year: Sophomore
Hometown: Wildwood, MO
OUTLOOK
Sophomore lefty that will compete for mound time as a starter. Outstanding work ethic. Throws his fastball in the mid to upper 80s. Has all the tools necessary to be an outstanding pitcher. Gained considerable experience in 2012 as both a reliever and spot starter. Defends his position well. The best competitor among the 2013 pitching staff.
HIGH SCHOOL
Lafayette High School, 2011. Played for Coach Boyd Manne. Earned two varsity letters in baseball and two in wrestling. Made five appearances as a senior going 0-0 with 5 innings pitched and a 5.25 ERA. Played summer 2011 ball for Ballwin American Legion Post 611. Made 12 appearances going 4-2 with a 3.27 ERA in 43 innings pitched. Recorded 39 strikeouts against 16 walks. Played 2012 summer ball for Ballwin American Legion. Made 13 appearances with a 5-3 record. Threw 60 innings with 72 Ks and a 1.74 ERA.
PERSONAL
Born May 15. Full name is Danny Joseph Droege. Chose SCC over Southeast Missouri State University. Son of Carla and Eugene Droege. Has a brother, Brian. Person in history he would most like to meet is John F. Kennedy. His most prized possession is his glove. Team he would like to see added to the SCC schedule is SEMO.
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LHP |
Sophomore |
R/L |
5'9 |
160 |
Wildwood, MO |
Lafayette |
| 22 |
Zach Elledge
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Zach Elledge 22
Position: 1B
Weight: 205
Height: 6'2"
Year: Freshman
Hometown: Springfield, MO
OUTLOOK
Talented freshman transfer from Southwest Baptist University. Will fight for playing time at first base and designated hitter. Solid defender with tools. Strong throwing arm. Average speed in the field and on the bases. Strongest part of his game is at the plate. Will hit somewhere in the middle of the order. Counted on as a run producer.
HIGH SCHOOL
Kickapoo High School, 2012. Played for Coach Jason Howser. Earned two varsity letters in baseball. Had his senior season cut short by injury with a torn ACL. Played in only 10 games, hitting .400 with 3 doubles and 2 home runs. Played summer baseball for Kickapoo’s American Legion team in 2012. Hit .435 with 10 doubles, 3 home runs and 31 RBIs
PERSONAL
Born Aug. 20. Full given name is Zachary Richard Elledge. Career ambition is to work for the U.S. government. Chose SCC over Southwest Baptist University. Son of Glen and Ruth Elledge. Has a sister, Rachel. Enjoys video games and hanging out with family and friends. Favorite food is steak. Favorite TV show is Swamp People. Favorite musical artist is Mac Miller. Favorite movie is The Shawshank Redemption. Person in history he would most like to meet is Ty Cobb. Favorite athlete is Adrian Peterson. Team he would like to see added to the SCC schedule is Santa Fe College.
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1B |
Freshman |
L/L |
6'2" |
205 |
Springfield, MO |
Kickapoo |
| 25 |
Matt Fisher
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Matt Fisher 25
Position: Catcher
Weight: 160
Height: 5'10"
Year: Freshman
Hometown: Cedar Hill, MO
OUTLOOK
Comes to St. Charles after a highly successful prep career. Will compete for playing time behind the plate, and may also battle at designated hitter. Solid catch and throw player with a quick release. Has worked hard on the defensive part of his game. Strong player with gap-to-gap power. Good speed in the field and on the bases. A real competitor with a strong work ethic.
HIGH SCHOOL
Northwest High School, 2012. Played for Coach Chad Lembach. Earned three varsity letters in baseball, two in football and two in basketball. Hit .231 with 3 doubles, 7 RBIs and 6 stolen bases in 2012. As a junior, hit .484 with 7 doubles, 1 triple, 1 home run, 11 RBIs and 21 stolen bases. Holds the record at Northwest for assists by a catcher. Played point guard on the basketball team. U.S. Army National Scholar. Four-year honor roll student.
PERSONAL
Born July 16. Full given name is Matthew Richard Fisher. Nickname is Fish. Career ambition is to work for the Missouri Highway Patrol. Chose SCC over Lewis & Clark and Lindenwood University. Son of Rick and Karen Fisher. Has a sister, Amanda. Team he would most like to see on the SCC schedule is Pitt Community College. Most people don’t know that Matt is a black belt.
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Catcher |
Freshman |
R/R |
5'10" |
160 |
Cedar Hill, MO |
Northwest R-1 |
| 5 |
Joe Gardner
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Joe Gardner 5
Position: Catcher
Weight: 195
Height: 6'0"
Year: Sophomore
Hometown: St. Charles, MO
OUTLOOK
Talented sophomore catcher whose defense is the strongest part of his game. Played at St. Louis Community College in 2012. Will compete for playing time behind the plate. Excellent receiver that handles pitchers well. Good catch and throw player with quick release. Line-drive type hitter. Will hit somewhere in the middle of the lineup. Extremely intelligent and mature.
HIGH SCHOOL
Francis Howell Central High School, 2011. Played for Coach Ray Howard. Earned two varsity letters in baseball. As a senior, hit .238 with 6 doubles and 1 home run.
PERSONAL
Born June 6, 1993. Full given name is Joseph Glenn Gardner. Nickname is Joey. Career ambition is to be a stockbroker. Chose SCC over Meramec and Fontbonne Univeristy. Son of Glenn and Mara Gardner. Has one sister, Erin. Enjoys watching movies, working out and going to Blues games. Favorite food is crab legs. Favorite TV show is Tosh.O. Favorite musical artist is Toby Keith. Favorite movie is The Shawshank Redemption. Person in history he would most like to meet is Abraham Lincoln. Favorite athlete is Yadier Molina. Favorite class is history. His prized possession is his glove. Team he would like to see added to the SCC schedule is Fort Scott Community College.
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Catcher |
Sophomore |
R/R |
6'0" |
195 |
St. Charles, MO |
Francis Howell Central |
| 8 |
Brendan Grelle
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Brendan Grelle 8
Position: OF
Weight: 175
Height: 5'11"
Year: Freshman
Hometown: Arnold, MO
OUTLOOK
Freshman that is expeced to fight for a starting outfielder spot, but could see time in all three outfield positions and at designated hitter. Solid tools in every aspect of the game. Strong player that has flashed occasional power at the plate in the fall. Good speed in the field and on the bases. Strong and accurate throwing arm.
HIGH SCHOOL
Fox High School, 2012. Played for coach Neil Richardson. Earned two varsity letters in baseball and two in football. Earned 1st Team All-Suburban West honors as a senior. Hit .319 with 5 doubles, 3 home runs, 15 RBI’s and 12 stolen bases in 2012. As a junior, hit .387 with 2 doubles, 1 triple, 3 home runs and 15 RBI’s.
PERSONAL
Born December 7, 1993. Full given name is Brendan Luc Grelle. Nickname is Grelle. Career ambition is to operate his own business someday. Chose SCC over Rend Lake and Harris Stowe State College. Son of Larry and Kathy Grelle. Has three sisters, Emily, Madision and Hannah, and three brothers, Brett, Peyton and Connor. Enjoys playing cards and spending time with family and friends. Favorite musical artist is Eli Young Band. Favorite movie is Avengers. Favorite athlete is David Perron. His prized possession is his laptop. Team he would like to see added to the schedule SCC is Gulf Coast Community College.
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OF |
Freshman |
R/R |
5'11" |
175 |
Arnold, MO |
Fox |
| 18 |
Stephan Grosch
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Stephan Grosch 18
Position: RHP
Weight: 170
Height: 6'1"
Year: Freshman
Hometown: Grover, MO
OUTLOOK
Freshman righty who will compete for mound time as a reliever. Provides the 2012 staff with a different look. Has demonstrated the ability to throw his fastball in low to 80’s. Has all the tools necessary to be an outstanding pitcher. Adds depth to the pitching staff.
HIGH SCHOOL
Eureka High School, 2012. Played for coach Jim Daffron. Earned two varsity letters in baseball. Helped Eureka to a 19-7 record in 2012. As a senior, posted a 1-0 record with 1 save. Threw 18 innings allowing 7 runs, all earned. Had ERA of 2.67 and recorded 11 strikeouts. Earned All Suburban West Academic honors.
PERSONAL
Born Novemeber 2, 1993. Full given name is Stephan Grosch. Nickname is Steph. Career ambition is to be a police officer. Chose SCC over Lewis and Clark and John Wood. Son of Terry and Katy. Has one brother, Matthew, and one sister, Gretchen. Enjoys sports, movies and playing pool. Favorite food is the Chicken Pot Pie. Favorite TV show is How I Met Your Mother. Favorite musical artist is Breaking Benjamin. Favorite movie is The Forty Year Old Virgin. Person in history he would most like to meet is Albert Einstein. Favorite athlete is Ichiro. Favorite class is Health. Team he would like to see added to the SCC schedule is Johnson County Community College.
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RHP |
Freshman |
R/R |
6'1" |
170 |
Grover, MO |
Eureka |
| 12 |
Kevin Henke
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Kevin Henke 12
Position: 2B/3B
Weight: 170
Height: 5'11"
Year: Freshman
Hometown: St. Charles, MO
OUTLOOK
Freshman infielder, who will also compete for playing time at second and third base. Strongest part of his game is with his glove. Good on the pivot and good arm strength. Line-drive type hitter. Good speed in the field and on the bases. A real competitor with a strong work ethic.
HIGH SCHOOL
Francis Howell North High School, 2012. Played for Coach Bob Dunahue. Earned two varsity letters in baseball. As a senior, helped lead Howell to a 19-10 record. Hit .284 with 2 doubles, 1 home run, 18 RBIs and 4 stolen bases in 2012. Played summer ball for the St. Charles Capitals, hit .402 with 10 doubles, 4 triples, 2 home runs and 13 RBIs. Earned Gateway Athletic Conference All-Academic honors.
PERSONAL
Born Feb. 23. Full given name is Kevin David Henke. Career ambition is to open his own business someday. Chose SCC over Mineral Area College and Lindenwood University. Son of Mike and Diane Henke. Has a brother, Hayden. Enjoys bowling, playing cards, hanging out with friends and family. Favorite foods are pizza and buffalo chicken wraps. Person in history he would most like to meet is Christopher Columbus. Favorite athlete is Brandon Phillips. His prized possession is his car. Team he would like to see added to the schedule is Copiah-Lincoln Community College.
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2B/3B |
Freshman |
R/R |
5'11" |
170 |
St. Charles, MO |
Francis Howell North |
| 7 |
Zach Herman
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Zach Herman 7
Position: 3B
Weight: 185
Height: 6'0"
Year: Freshman
Hometown: Rogersville, MO
OUTLOOK
Talented freshman infielder who will see playing time at the corners. Solid defender with all the tools. Strong and accurate throwing arm. Good speed in the field and on the bases. Strongest part of his game is at the plate. Will hit somewhere in the middle of the order. Will be counted on as a run producer. A real competitor with a strong work ethic.
HIGH SCHOOL
Logan-Rogersville High School, 2012. Played for Coach Brad Lotz. Earned four varsity letters in baseball and three in football. Was named Second Team All-State as an infielder in 2012. Earned 1st Team All Conference as a senior. Hit .494 with 10 doubles, 2 triples, 7 home runs and 32 RBIs as a senior. As a junior, hit .438 with 7 doubles, 2 triples, 6 home runs, 27 RBIs and 15 stolen bases.
PERSONAL
Born Feb. 11. Full given name is Zachary Conrad Herman. Career ambition is to be a teacher and coach. Chose SCC over Northeast Oklahoma and Missouri Southern. Son of Terri and Gary Herman. Has two brothers, Curtis and Bradley, and two sisters, Val and Stephanie. Favorite musical artist is Nelly. Person in history he would most like to meet is Albert Einstein. Favorite athlete is David Freese. Team he would like to see added to the SCC schedule is Johnson County Community College.
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3B |
Freshman |
R/R |
6'0" |
185 |
Rogersville, MO |
Logan-Rogersville |
| 38 |
Andrew Hughes
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Andrew Hughes 38
Position: RHP
Weight: 215
Height: 6'7"
Year: Freshman
Hometown: Cedar Hill, MO
OUTLOOK
Freshman righty who will compete for mound time out of the bullpen as a possible starter. Tall player with good pitchers frame. Has demonstrated the ability to throw his fastball in the middle 80s. Has all the tools necessary to be an outstanding pitcher. Adds depth to the pitching staff.
HIGH SCHOOL
Northwest High School, 2012. Played for Coach Chad Lembach. Earned three varsity letters in baseball, two in basketball and one in football. In 2012, posted a 2-2 record working 19 innings with 13 strikeouts. Selected to participate in 2012 SLABA All-Star Game. Suburban West All-Conference and All-District in soccer as a goalie.
PERSONAL
Born Jan. 2. Full given name is Andrew Len Hughes. Career ambition is to go into law enforcement. Chose SCC over Webster University. Son of Dale and Sally Hughes. Has a brother, Derrick, and a sister, Courtney. Enjoys all sports and hanging out with friends. Favorite food is fried chicken. Favorite TV show is Spartacus. Favorite musical artist is Lonely Island. Favorite movie is Major League. Person in history he would most like to meet is John F. Kennedy. Favorite athlete is Adam Wainwright. Favorite class is American government. Prized possession is his glove. Team he would most like to see added to the SCC schedule is Webster University.
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RHP |
Freshman |
R/R |
6'7" |
215 |
Cedar Hill, MO |
Northwest |
| 35 |
Tome Kirkland
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Tome Kirkland 35
Position: RHP
Weight: 205
Height: 6'2"
Year: Freshman
Hometown: Rogersville, MO
OUTLOOK
Big, strong freshman righty who could be a diamond in the rough. Will compete for mound time as a reliever. Could possibly develop into a closer. Provides the 2013 staff with additional depth. Fastball sits in the mid-to upper-80s. Knows how to pitch and get hitters out. Has demonstrated the ability to throw to get a strike. Outstanding work ethic.
HIGH SCHOOL
Logan-Rogersville High School, 2012. Played for Coach Brad Lotz. Earned two varsity letters in baseball and two in football. As a senior, appeared in 10 games on the mound making eight starts. Worked 44 innings en route to posting a 7-1 record with two saves. Had a 1.57 ERA with 44 strikeouts. As a junior, appeared in 9 games, posting a 5-1 record. Threw 36 innings with a 2.53 ERA to go with 31 strikeouts.
PERSONAL
Born Dec. 29. Full given name is Tome Lee Kirkland III. Nickname is T. Career ambition is to own his own business. Chose SCC over Northeast Oklahoma, Missouri Southern and Johnson County Community College. Son of Leon Kirkland. Has one sister, Bailey. Enjoys hunting and fishing. Favorite musical artist is George Strait. Favorite movie is Happy Gilmore. Person in history he would most like to meet is Muhammad Ali. Favorite athlete is Adam Wainwright. Prized possession is his state championship ring.
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RHP |
Freshman |
R/R |
6'2" |
205 |
Rogersville, MO |
Logan-Rogersville |
| 19 |
Josh Lachnit
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Josh Lachnit 19
Position: RHP
Weight: 175
Height: 6'0"
Year: Freshman
Hometown: Springfield, MO
OUTLOOK
Freshman righty who will compete for mound time out of the bullpen and as a possible spot starter. Provides the 2013 staff with a different look. Has demonstrated the ability to throw his fastball in the low 80s. Has all the tools necessary to be an outstanding pitcher. Adds depth to the pitching staff.
HIGH SCHOOL
Glendale High School, 2012. Played for Coach Howard Bell. Earned two varsity letters in baseball. Named Springfield Lead-Off Club Pitcher of the Year for 2012. As a senior, posted a 6-1 record working 53 innings allowing 25 runs, 14 earned, with 29 strikeouts. Had an ERA of 1.85. Earned First Team All-Ozark Conference honors as a pitcher in 2012. Played American Legion ball over the summer.
PERSONAL
Born May 3. Full given name is Joshua Charles Lachnit. Nickname is Papa J. Career ambition is to be a physical therapist. Chose SCC over North Central Missouri College. Son of Mike and Sylvia Lachnit. Has two brothers, Nathan and Noah. Enjoys hockey and golf. Favorite food is Chinese. Favorite TV show is Workaholics. Favorite musical artist is Brad Paisley. Person in history he would most like to meet is Abraham Lincoln. Favorite athlete is T.J. Oshie. Prized possession is his autographed Wayne Gretzky stick. Team he would like to see added to the SCC schedule is Triton.
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RHP |
Freshman |
R/R |
6'0" |
175 |
Springfield, MO |
Glendale |
| 4 |
Jack Manley
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Jack Manley 4
Position: 1B/3B
Weight: 180
Height: 6'0"
Year: Freshman
Hometown: St. Louis, MO
OUTLOOK
Freshman infielder who will compete for time at third and second base. Has soft hands and good range. Makes extremely quick transition on the double-play pivot. Contact-type hitter. Has worked hard to improve the offensive part of his game.
HIGH SCHOOL
Lindbergh High School, 2012. Played for Coach Darin Scott. Earned two varsity letters in baseball and two in football. Earned First Team All-Suburban West honors as a senior. Hit .405 with 11 doubles, 1 home run and 29 RBIs. Played summer ball for Lindbergh American Legion. Hit .421 with 6 doubles, 5 triples and 13 RBIs. Selected as a team captain for Lindberg’s football team in 2012.
PERSONAL
Born May 25. Full given name is James Robert Manley. Nickname is Jack. Career ambition is to be an engineer. Chose SCC over St. Louis Community College. Son of Bill and Jeanne. Has two brothers, Kyle and Conner, and a sister, Michelle. Enjoys all sports and hanging out with friends. Favorite food is a BLT. Favorite TV show is Workaholics. Favorite musical artist is Jason Aldean. Favorite movie is The Departed. Person in history he would most like to meet is Ted Williams. Favorite athlete is Derek Jeter. Favorite class is history. Team he would like to see added to the SCC schedule is Lama Community College.
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1B/3B |
Freshman |
R/R |
6'0" |
180 |
St. Louis, MO |
Lindbergh |
| 3 |
Trey Pirkle
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Trey Pirkle 3
Position: 2B
Weight: 170
Height: 5'10"
Year: Freshman
Hometown: Wentzville, MO
OUTLOOK
Freshman infielder who will compete for playing time at second base. Smooth in the field with good range and strength. Strongest part of his game is with the bat. Good speed in the field and on the bases. A real competitor with a strong work ethic.
HIGH SCHOOL
Holt High School, 2010. Played for Coach Joel Adam. Earned two varsity letters in baseball. Earned Second Team All-State honors as a senior. Was First Team All-Gateway Athletic Conference in 2010. Hit. 397 with 9 doubles, 2 triples, 21 RBIs and 12 stolen bases in 2012. Named First Team All-GAC in 2009. As a junior, hit .377 with 8 doubles, 3 triples, 1 home run, 23 RBIs and 6 stolen bases. Owns the Holt career record for HBP.
PERSONAL
Born Aug. 1. Full given name is James Michael Prikle III. Nickname is Trey. Career ambition is to become a teacher and coach. Chose SCC over St. Louis Community College and Lindenwood University. Son of Mike and Teena Pirkle. Has a sister, Katy, and a brother, Andrew. Enjoys playing cards and hanging out with friends and family. Person in history he would like to meet is Nolan Ryan. Favorite athlete is Ivan Rodriguez. His prized possession is a 1944 World Series autographed ball. Team he would like to see added to the SCC schedule is Iowa Western Community College.
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2B |
Freshman |
R/R |
5'10" |
170 |
Wentzville, MO |
Holt |
| 44 |
Spencer Pugh
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Spencer Pugh 44
Position: LHP
Weight: 210
Height: 6'0"
Year: Freshman
Hometown: Orchard Farm, MO
OUTLOOK
Strong freshman lefty who continues to develop. Good pitchers frame. Will compete for mound time as a starter. Outstanding work ethic, one of the best conditioned athletes on the 2013 squad. Throws his fastball in the middle to high 80s. Has all the tools necessary to be an outstanding pitcher. Adds depth to the pitching staff.
HIGH SCHOOL
Orchard Farm High School, 2012. Played for Coach Phil Kendall. Earned four varsity letters in baseball and three in football. Was First Team All-State as a senior. Posted a 9-3 record with 2 saves in 2012. Appeared in 16 games working 84 innings with 98 strikeouts and 2.00 ERA. As a senior hit .378 with 11 doubles, 2 triples, 8 home runs and 27 RBIs. Named 2012 Orchard Farm Football teams MVP.
PERSONAL
Born May 22. Full given name is Spencer Jay Pugh. Nickname is Spence. Career ambition is to be a teacher and coach. Choose SCC over St. Louis Community College and Culver-Stockton. Son of Dennis and Paula Pugh. Has a brother, Zach, and a sister, Mackenzie. Enjoys bowling and video games. Favorite food is steak. Favorite movie is Dumb and Dumber. Person in history he would most like to meet is Tupac Shakur. Favorite athlete is Chris Carpenter. Favorite class is history. His prized possessions are his Orchard Farm MVP awards for both baseball and football.
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LHP |
Freshman |
L/L |
6'0" |
210 |
Orchard Farm, MO |
Orchard Farm |
| 1 |
Brady Reising
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Brady Reising 1
Position: SS
Weight: 175
Height: 5'10"
Year: Freshman
Hometown: Arnold, MO
OUTLOOK
Talented freshman infielder who will compete for time at shortstop. Soft hands and good range. Extremely quick transition on the double-play pivot. Contact-type hitter. Has worked hard to improve the offensive part of his game. Good understanding of the game.
HIGH SCHOOL
Fox High School, 2012. Played for Coach Neil Richardson. Earned two varsity letters in baseball. Earned First Team All-Suburban West honors in 2012 as an infielder. As a senior, hit .362 with 5 doubles, 19 RBIs and 12 stolen bases. As a junior, in 2011 hit .300 with 3 doubles, 2 triples, 1 homer and 12 RBIs. Was named All-Suburban West Conference Honorable Mention as a junior. Was a high school teammate with current Cougar Brendan Grelle.
PERSONAL
Born Dec. 10. Full given name is Brady Joseph Reising. Nickname is B-rise. Career ambition is to be one day be the GM of the St. Louis Cardinals. Chose SCC over Jefferson College. Son of Randy and Kia Reising. Has one brother, Koby, and a sister, Kenadi. Enjoys hunting and fishing. Favorite TV show is Swamp People. Person in history he would most like to meet is John F. Kennedy. Favorite athlete is David Freese. Team he would like to see added to the SCC schedule is Parkland College.
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SS |
Freshman |
R/R |
5'10" |
175 |
Arnold, MO |
Fox |
| 11 |
Ethan Schlesener
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Ethan Schlesener 11
Position: Catcher
Weight: 185
Height: 6'1"
Year: Freshman
Hometown: Rogersville. MO
OUTLOOK
Transfer from Iowa Western Community College with a highly successful prep career. Will split playing time behind the plate and in the outfield. Solid catch and throw player with a strong arm and quick release. Will hit in the middle of the order. Gap-to-gap type hitter with excellent power to all fields. Has worked hard on the defensive part of his game. Good speed in the field and on the bases. A real competitor with a strong work ethic.
HIGH SCHOOL
Logan-Rogersville High School, 2012. Played for coach Brad Lotz. Earned four varsity letters in baseball. Earned First Team All-Conference honors in 2012 Hit .450 with 18 doubles, 10 home runs and 28 RBIs in 2012. As a junior, hit .410 with 15 doubles, 8 home runs 30 RBIs. Also played prep football.
PERSONAL
Born Nov. 23. Full given name is Ethan Lyle Schlesener. Nickname is E. Career ambition is to play professional baseball or be a biologist. Chose SCC over Iowa Western Community College. Son of Jeff and Jana Schlesener. Has two brothers, Travis and Jacob. Enjoys hunting. Favorite musical artist is Eric Church. Person in history he would most like to meet is Hank Williams Jr. Favorite athlete is Yadier Molina. Team he would like to see added to the SCC schedule is Iowa Western Community College.
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Catcher |
Freshman |
R/R |
6'1" |
185 |
Rogersville. MO |
Logan Rogersville |
| 23 |
Otto Schmidt III
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Otto Schmidt III 23
Position: RHP
Weight: 160
Height: 5'10"
Year: Freshman
Hometown: Cape Girardeau, MO
OUTLOOK
Freshman righty who will compete for mound time out of the bullpen and as a possible spot starter. Provides the 2012 staff with a different look. Has demonstrated the ability to throw his fastball in the low 80s with good run. Has all the tools necessary to be an outstanding pitcher. Adds depth to the pitching staff.
HIGH SCHOOL
Seckman High School, 2012. Played for Coach Brad Hagedorn. Earned two varsity letters in baseball and three in football. In 2012, posted a 3-5 record working 41 innings allowing 32 runs with 18 earned. Had an ERA of 3.07 and tallied 25 strikeouts. Played summer ball for the Jefferson County Blazers. On the mound went 2-1 with a 4.41 ERA. Threw a total of 34 innings, allowed 47 hits and struck out 28.
PERSONAL
Born March 22. Full given name is Otto Schmidt III. Nickname is Toe. Major is general education. Career ambition is to be a physical therapist. Chose SCC over Fontbonne. Son of Otto and Debbie Schmidt. Has a brother, Christian, and a sister, Gabby. Enjoys working out, hanging out with friends and video gaming. Favorite TV show is House. Favorite musical artist is Luke Bryan. Person in history he would most like to meet is Babe Ruth. Favorite athlete is C.J. Wilson. Prized possession is his 1982 World Series baseball. Team he would like to see added to the SCC schedule is Triton.
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RHP |
Freshman |
R/R |
5'10" |
160 |
Cape Girardeau, MO |
Seckman |
| 34 |
D.J. Scott
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D.J. Scott 34
Position: LHP
Weight: 185
Height: 6'1"
Year: Freshman
Hometown: Springfield, MO
OUTLOOK
Sophomore lefty mid-year transfer from Missouri State University. Good pitchers frame. Will compete for mound time as a starter. Outstanding work ethic. Throws his fast ball in the low to mid 80s. Has all the tools necessary to be an outstanding pitcher. Adds depth to the pitching staff.
HIGH SCHOOL
Nixa High School, 2010. Played for Coach Howard Greenwood. Earned two varsity letters in baseball. Senior season was cut short by Tommy John surgery. Prior to injury, posted a 3-0 record in 2010. Threw 21 innings with 27 strikeouts and a 1.81 ERA. As a junior on the hill, had a 4-0 record working 30 innings with 33 strikeouts and 3.46 ERA.
PERSONAL
Born March 28. Full given name is Dennis Jay Scott. Nickname is D.J. Career ambition is to work for the U.S. Marshal Service. Chose SCC over Missouri Southern. Son of Dennis and Kelly Scott. Has a sister, Lacy. Enjoys playing sports and hanging out with friends. Favorite food is Chinese. Favorite TV show is Justified. Favorite musical artist is Dierks Bentley. Favorite movie is Pitch Perfect. Person in history he would most like to meet is Randy Johnson. Favorite athlete is Rick Ankiel. Team he would like to see added to the SCC schedule is Pearl River Community College.
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LHP |
Freshman |
L/L |
6'1" |
185 |
Springfield, MO |
Nixa |
| 15 |
Daniel Seddon
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Daniel Seddon 15
Position: SS
Weight: 170
Height: 5'11"
Year: Freshman
Hometown: St Peters, MO
OUTLOOK
Talented redshirt freshman infielder that who compete for time at shortstop. Transferred from Lindenwood University. Soft hands and good range. Extremely quick transition on the double play pivot. Contact-type hitter. Has worked hard to improve the offensive part of his game. Plays with a lot of energy.
HIGH SCHOOL
Fort Zumwalt South High School, 2011. Played for Coach Keith DeShurley. Earned three varsity letter in baseball. Earned First Team All-Gateway Athletic Conference honors in 2011 as an infielder. As a senior, hit .420 with 12 doubles, 3 triples, 2 home runs, 23 RBIs and 5 stolen bases. Played summer ball for the Wentzville Stallions. As a junior, in 2010 hit .390 with 6 doubles, 2 homers and 18 RBIs. Received All-Gateway Athletic Conference Honorable Mention honors in 2010. Was a four-time Gateway Athletic Conference All-Academic Team member.
PERSONAL
Born Oct. 9. Full given name is Daniel Curtis Seddon. Nickname is D. Career ambition is to be the GM of the St. Louis Cardinals. Choose SCC over Lindenwood University. Son of Scott and Laura Seddon. Has one brother, Ryne. Prized possession is his 2009 State Championship ring. Team he would like to see added to the SCC schedule is Hutchinson Community College.
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SS |
Freshman |
R/R |
5'11" |
170 |
St Peters, MO |
Fort Zumwalt South |
| 28 |
Patrick Shumway
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Patrick Shumway 28
Position: RHP
Weight: 185
Height: 6'1"
Year: Sophomore
Hometown: St. Louis, MO
OUTLOOK
Sophomore who has transitioned to the mound. Will compete for time out of the bullpen. Specialist with submarine delivery. Pitches to contact and induces a lot of ground outs. Competes well and has a strong work ethic. Adds a different dimension to the 2013 pitching staff.
HIGH SCHOOL
Valley Park High School, 2011. Played for Coach Brent Gregston. Earned four varsity letters in baseball. As a senior, hit .189 with 4 doubles and 5 RBIs. Named First Team All-Conference as a catcher in 2010. Hit for a team high .410 with 4 doubles, 2 triples, 2 home runs and 26 RBIs. As a sophomore, hit .260 with 4 doubles and 10 RBIs. As a freshman, hit .273 with 4 doubles, 1 triple and 2 home runs and 14 RBIs. Honor Roll student.
PERSONAL
Born July 29. Full given name is Patrick Arthur Shumway. Nickname is Patty Shums. Career ambition is to be a comedian. Choose SCC over Missouri Valley College. Son of Adrianne and Chris Shumway. Has one sister, Allison. Enjoys squirrel hunting, fishing, all outdoor activities and texting. Favorite food is peanut butter. Favorite TV show is Workaholics. Favorite musical artist is Lil Wayne. Favorite movie is Ted. Person in history he would most like to meet is Albert Einstein. Favorite athlete is Brian Wilson.
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RHP |
Sophomore |
R/R |
6'1" |
185 |
St. Louis, MO |
Valley Park |
| 20 |
Jack Toler
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Jack Toler 20
Position: OF
Weight: 200
Height: 6'2"
Year: Freshman
Hometown: St. Louis, MO
OUTLOOK
Freshman outfielder who will battle for playing time in leftfield. Strong candidate for the left-field job. Gets good jumps and has good range. Average throwing arm. Contact-type hitter who will hit in the top of the order. Good speed on both the bases and in the outfield.
HIGH SCHOOL
Parkway South High School, 2012. Did not play high school baseball. Played summer baseball for the Midwest Chiefs in 2011. Hit .396 with 7 doubles, 5 triples and 1 home run. Tallied 17 RBIs and stole 23 bases.
PERSONAL
Born Jan 26. Full given name is John Patrick Toler. Career ambition is to work in large corporation. Choose SCC over University of Missouri - St. Louis and Maryville University. Son of Cheryl and Mack Toler. Has one brother, Sean. Brother played college ball at Missouri State. Enjoys movies and music. Favorite food is chicken. Favorite TV show is Moonshiners. Favorite musical artist is Louis Armstrong. Person he would most like to meet is Oprah. Favorite athlete is Lance Armstrong. Team he would like to see added to the SCC schedule is Wabash Valley Community College.
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OF |
Freshman |
R/R |
6'2" |
200 |
St. Louis, MO |
Parkway South |
| 6 |
Ben Weeks
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Ben Weeks 6
Position: OF
Weight: 185
Height: 5'11"
Year: Freshman
Hometown: Wentzville, MO
OUTLOOK
Freshman outfielder that will vie for playing time on the corners. Strong candidate for the left-field job. Gets good jumps and has good range. Above average throwing arm. Contact-type hitter who will hit in the top of the order. Good speed on both the bases and in the outfield.
HIGH SCHOOL
Eureka High School, 2011. Played for Coach James Daffron. Earned two varsity letters in baseball. Helped Eureka to a 16-10 record as a senior. Hit .200 with 5 stolen bases. Also played football for Eureka.
PERSONAL
Born Oct. 16. Full given name is Benjamin Roy Weeks. Nickname is Super B. Career ambition is work in management. Choose SCC over Central Methodist College. Son of Todd and Angela Weeks. Has one brother, Chance, and one sister, Summer. Enjoys movies, working out and cars. Favorite food is tuna salad. Favorite TV show is Sports Center. Favorite musical artist is Garth Brooks. Favorite movie is Rudy. Person in history he would most like to meet is Jackie Robinson. Favorite athlete is Jose Reyes. Favorite class is psychology. Team he would like to see added to the SCC schedule is Johnson County Community College.
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OF |
Freshman |
R/R |
5'11" |
185 |
Wentzville, MO |
Eureka |
| 26 |
Jon Willie
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Jon Willie 26
Position: LHP
Weight: 200
Height: 6'4"
Year: Sophomore
Hometown: St. Charles, MO
OUTLOOK
Returning sophomore who will split time between the mound and outfield. New to pitching, but has the tools to be effective. Fastball sits in the mid 80s, but the coaching staff thinks there is velocity to be added. Adds depth to the pitching corps. Big, strong player who could start or relieve. Possess one of the strongest throwing arms of all the outfielders. A competitor with a strong work ethic.
HIGH SCHOOL
Francis Howell North High School, 2011. Played for Coaches Bob Donahue and Cliff Brandon. Earned two varsity letters in baseball. As a senior, hit .323 with 1 double, 3 RBIs. Played summer ball for American National. Hit .292 with 4 doubles, 4 triples, 1 home run and 15 RBIs for the Eagles. Member of the National Honor Society.
PERSONAL
Born Nov. 3. Full given name is Jon Matthew Willie. Career ambition is to be an accountant. Chose SCC over Meramec, Harris Stowe and Lindenwood University. Son of Carrie and Matt Willie. Has a sister, Lauren. Enjoys working out and music. Favorite musical artist is Incubus. Favorite movie is Anchor Man. Person in history he would most like to meet is Roberto Clemente. Favorite athlete is Roberto Clemente. Favorite class is history. Team he would like to see added to the SCC schedule is St. Louis University.
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LHP |
Sophomore |
R/L |
6'4" |
200 |
St. Charles, MO |
Francis Howell North |
