Powered by Playbook365 He writes a weekly column on the county high school sports scene and also covers games and writes features. The Lions have won the Southern California portion of the Boras Classic tournament three times. LANCE MCCULLERS - TREVOR STORY - JAVY BAEZ - JOSH DONALDSON - CHARLIE BLACKMON - 1 overall pick Royce Lewis in 2017 and six players in the 2019 MLB Draft. Harrison Steed ('10) will be inducted into the JSerra Hall of Fame at the 3rd annual JESPY Awards on May 25th. (Eric Sondheimer / Los Angeles Times) A look a The Times' preseason top 25 prep baseball rankings compiled by Eric Sondheimer. 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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. (West of Power Rd, on Elliot) JSerra got a 2-1 win in the series finale on Hollis two-hitter. The proof is in the results. 4. Fri, 02/24 Final Boys Baseball at Red Mountain 9-0 Win. Its just a pretty special group, said Kay, who had to stop to collect his emotion while talking about the team. The season begins on Friday. But the Lions havent put together a run in the playoffs that would get them their first CIF Southern Section baseball championship. Co-host JSerra Catholic High School will defend their 2019 Boras Classic Title. You can learn more at the this link -. (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. The event most referenced by the SoCal Challenge crew and those at the event's walk-around tour at JSerra on Wednesday, Oct. 20, was the Maui Invitational. Hollis enjoys it so much Thursday that he didnt want to depart the game when JSerra coach Brett Kay was contemplating bringing in a reliever. What does subscribing to Skillshow provide different from regular PG information? Field Prep. 2. Ive been working on consistency there, he said. (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. Silva was at 85 pitches in this Southern California Division I championship game against Chino Hills Ayala. Cactus Yards does not register teams for tournaments that are not hosted by the Town. No. After starting in JSerras loss to Studio City Harvard-Westlake in the Southern Section Open Division championship game last weekend, he wanted to redeem himself. 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. 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. 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. HARVARD-WESTLAKE . June 29, 2021. 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. He was in the inaugural class inducted into the Santa Ana Unified School District Sports Hall of Fame. (Photo by Paul Rodriguez, Contributing Photographer), JSerra shortstop Jonathan Mendez, left, slides safely back to the bag at second on a pick-off attempt in the semifinals of the Boras Classic baseball tournament in San Juan Capistrano on Thursday, April 21, 2022. Cypress, Dana Hills, El Dorado, Santa Margarita and Servite are among the teams in the tournament. Senior center fielder Gage Jump, who had been the best pitcher on the Lions deep pitching staff, hit a double and a single and drove in two runs. I never want to come out of the game., He wants the ball, said Kay, who compared Hollis to previous JSerra ultra-competitive pitchers like Eric Silva, Graham Weiss and Gage Jump. Jayden Graves Rancho Santa Margarita , CA 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. *Rate determined by type of game (softball, baseball, fastpitch), type of weekend (holiday weekend) and/or time of year. Both had previously lost in the Southern Section playoffs and had another shot in regionals, thanks to Open Division semifinalists having the opportunity to advance. their projectability) for their body type and athleticism. CA on August 4-5 at JSerra High School. Stilleto Boy wins the Santa Anita Handicap for trainer Ed Moger Jr. Twitter Tweets by JSerraLionsBB. For local, state, or national sponsorship opportunities, please visit the Boras Classic website at borasclassic.com or email info@borasclassic.com. Whatever activity the prospect is involved with on the field, our scouts watch and record detailed notes. Theyre a really good group of kids. 5 in the Orange County top 25, will play O.C. (Photo by Paul Rodriguez, Contributing Photographer), JSerras David Horn, left, is safe at first as Orange Lutheran JJ Robles cant handle the throw in the semifinals of the Boras Classic baseball tournament in San Juan Capistrano on Thursday, April 21, 2022. He writes a weekly column on the county high school sports scene and also covers games and writes features. Baseball Tournament Software. They were raised right and I was lucky enough to get to coach them.. Thu, 03/02 4:00 PM Boys Baseball at Cypress. 2021 West Academic Showcase (Wed/Thur) in San Juan Capistrano, CA from 8/4/2021 - 8/5/2021. The left-handed hitting Jacob Pereda pulled a bunt that JSerra first baseman Dominic Smaldino scooped with his glove hand and with the same motion lifted the ball to Lions catcher Brandon Chang whose tag was too late to get Reiland, who dragged his left hand across the plate on a head-first slide. Steve also writes a weekly column that covers pro and college sports, and other topics. The last of the wild ride of restrictions that every program in Southern California had overcome. Steve Fryer covers high school sports at the Orange County Register. The batting order is strong, too, with Arkansas-signed senior outfielder Gabe DArcy and UCLA signee Cody Schrier at shortstop. Registration for each tournament typically opens early September. 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. Photo Gallery. No. Organized and efficient, Perfect Game is on top of their game. JSerra Honors Standout Student Athletes. 2023 Perfect Game Invitational National Championship. For a pitcher, it is evaluating their delivery and arm action, along with their selection of pitches (i.e. Steve Fryer covers high school sports at the Orange County Register. Kay said the 2021 Lions might be the best team he has coached since he took the JSerra coaching position in 2006. On 2/24, the JSerra Catholic varsity baseball team won their away tournament game against Chaparral (Scottsdale, AZ) by a score of 9-0. PLAYOFFS The CIF Southern Section plans to. (Photo by Paul Rodriguez, Contributing Photographer), Orange Lutheran JJ Robles reaches to field a high grounder against JSerra in the semifinals of the Boras Classic baseball tournament in San Juan Capistrano on Thursday, April 21, 2022. . Silva, a hard-throwing senior right-hander who signed with UCLA, allowed two walks and a second-inning single. 2 in the Prep Baseball Report state rankings, lost to La Mirada in the first round before defeating ML King in the second round of the consolation bracket. Jonathan Mendez was hit by a pitch, Smaldino walked and David Horn reached on a bunt single to load the bases. But its still a CIF championship. (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. Last years high school baseball season was cut short by the COVID-19 pandemic, and this season had a delayed start for the same reason. JSerra (15-9), No. He was in the inaugural class inducted into the Santa Ana Unified School District Sports Hall of Fame. (Photo by Paul Rodriguez, Contributing Photographer), JSerras Luke Jewett, right, rounds third base after hitting a solo home run against Ayala in the third inning of the CIF SoCal Regional Championship in San Juan Capistrano on Saturday, June 26, 2021. ANTHONY ALEMAN San Clemente , CA 2021. Jump, Schrier and Jewett also are UCLA signees. But its still a CIF championship. (Photo by . (Photo by Paul Rodriguez, Contributing. PG prides itself in the ability to assist players in their search to find their new collegiate home and continue their playing careers. There are some showcases that attract hundreds of scouts and college coaches and there are some that will have much fewer. .533 Streak Won 8 Home 12-7 Away 12-4 Neutral 0-0 Filter events by selecting a venue from the list .686 Conf. Senior shortstop Cody Schrier of JSerra is ready for his best season yet. Learn more about attending a tournament at Cactus Yards or how to host your own below: There are multipletournaments taking place at Cactus Yards during 2023. Steve Fryer covers high school sports at the Orange County Register. 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. Steve's first byline appeared in the Register in 1979. JSerra Catholic 9 Chaparral 0 Final Box Score Feb 25, 2023 @ 5:49am Kevin Askeland Feb 21, 2023 MaxPreps Top 25 baseball rankings Eleven ranked teams begin seasons this week, including No. USSSA Baseball tournaments are fun, competitive events at family-friendly parks. 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. ,CA, Coto De Caza YUCAIPA: Nine NCAA Division I commits for neighborhood team. Both teams were playing with house money, as Ayala coach Chris Vogt put it. Many players have relied on showcases to maximize their national exposure. 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. 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 . That March 11 league game was a two-hitter. PGs work begins when yours ends. This showcase is designed for players with 3.4 grade point averages and above who are looking for attention from the nation's better academic schools. They have been eliminated in the first round in the past three Division 1 playoffs. He was a fourth-round draft pick of the San Francisco Giants and signed for nearly $1.5 . The CIF-SS office has placed teams in its seven playoff divisions by using a profile based on outcomes of the 2018 and 19 seasons. ,CA, Rancho Santa Margarita ,CA, Aliso Viejo Attention is definitely paid to a players intangibles as much as possible (i.e. 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. (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. Many of these alumni had participated in multiple Perfect Game tournaments, showcases and/or leagues. Orange Lutheran shortstop Mikey Romero, right, applies the late tag. Steve does concert reviews for the Register, too, when time permits. Why the Braves Roy Clark says that top colleges and scouts know PG is the best! 7 Foothill 2, Sierra Canyon 1: Grant Johnsons bunt scored Jake Fenton from third base as the Knights (21-9) advanced to the consolation championship game. JSerra batted around during its four-run half of the second. SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO JJ Hollis did it again for JSerras baseball team. No. Please continue to follow CDC and state guidelines while attending events at Cactus Yards. (480) 503-6640. ,CA, Irvine