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So -- we all hear, on a regular basis, how important it is for a kid to throw 90 these days -- not so much to contribute on HS teams but to be highly-recruited -- especially right-handed pitchers. And the number of kids that reach that mark has increased dramatically since the late 90's. I imagine there are 40-60 kids in Texas that reach/have reached 90.

But...in the first 20 games, Plano East has faced no 90+ guys (CG was injured).

Legend has it that there are several in the DFW area. Smile I thought it would be interesting to produce a documented list. Please don't contribute with speculation or heresay and let someone else mention your kid! Cool

The list certainly begins with BB, the Ft Worth lefty, and two kids from Prestonwood.....but who has seen the gun readings?

I will update our "LIST" (WE LOVE LISTS!) with your feedback.

2007 DFW players (with year of graduation) throwing 90 -- in no particular order:
1. Jordan Swagerty ('08)
2. Hunter Hill ('07)
3. Brett Bruenig ('07)
4. Chris Winthrow ('07)
5. Conrad Flynn ('07)
6. Ryan Pressley ('07)
7. Bryan Dixon ('07)
8. Blake Beaven ('07)
9. Matt Thompson ('08)
10. Walker Kelly ('08)
11. Miles Hamblin ('07)
12. Brian Shore ('07)
13. Jeff Thompson ('07)
14. Brandon Workman ('07)
15. Stayton Thomas ('07)
16. Chad Bettis ('07)
17. Taylor Jungmann ('07)
18. Chase Reid ('07)
19. Chris Haney ('07)
20.


Inadequate documentation:
1. Paul Petro ('11)
2. Forney JV ace
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TOURNAMENT NOTEBOOK
WWBA FALL CHAMPIONSHIP
Jupiter, Fla., October 26-30, 2006
TOURNAMENT NOTEBOOK
SUNDAY, Oct. 29

COMPILED BY ALLAN SIMPSON

The ’08 prospect who generated the most talk among scouts and college recruiters was Dallas Tigers two-way player Jordan Swagerty (Sachse, Texas), who stood out both on the mound and behind the plate. He was clocked at 93 mph in the first of his two pitching outings, while mixing in a hammer curve and plus changeup. But scouts say his future is behind the plate. He excelled in all phases of catching with power from both sides of the plate, particularly from the left side.

PERFECT GAME
302 Hunter Hill 0-0 0 Dallas TX Central Florida
Low 90s, our guys like him, probably needs to move up.

I have definatly seen the radar guns with JS @93mph and Hunter Hill @ 93mph also.

I have seen the gun with Chris Withrow pitching in the Tapps state playoffs @ 91
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OK, I don't own a gun. I have thought about it but keep finding other baseball related expenses to pay for, new bat, next installment on summer ball club fees....

So, what is proper "gun" etiquette if you don't have one.

Is it Ok to sit behind the guy with the gun and look over their shoulder?

Can I ask them at the appropriate time?

If I don't see the numbers or they don't show me the numbers are they to be believed if I ask them and they tell me?
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Originally posted by MeatsDad:
OK, I don't own a gun. I have thought about it but keep finding other baseball related expenses to pay for, new bat, next installment on summer ball club fees....

So, what is proper "gun" etiquette if you don't have one.

Is it Ok to sit behind the guy with the gun and look over their shoulder?
Can I ask them at the appropriate time?

If I don't see the numbers or they don't show me the numbers are they to be believed if I ask them and they tell me?



I think you have to buy a permit from Kermit. Just wear a pair of turf shoes,have a pad and pen and say, "Are you a scout too, how fast was that. I'm not packin, I left my gun out in the car."
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