026 San Diego Invitational Player Spotlight

2030 Lucas Lansner

5 Star West 2030 RW

Lucas has an athletic, twitchy build that allows him to impact the game in multiple ways. Offensively, he features a balanced setup with a short, simple swing and quick hands that enable him to consistently find the barrel. Over the weekend, he collected four hits while driving in two RBIs and scoring two runs, finishing with an impressive 0.400 batting average. He was equally effective on the mound, showcasing a polished three-pitch arsenal. His fastball sat 78-80 mph and topped out at 82 mph, while his changeup at 66-68 mph and curveball at 58-60 mph both showed quality movement and helped keep hitters off balance. In five innings of work, Lucas allowed just two earned runs while striking out nine hitters. His ability to contribute at a high level both offensively and on the mound makes him a valuable two-way player with plenty of upside moving forward.

2029 Julian Aguilera

NC Valley 2029

Julian has an athletic frame and proved to be a consistent offensive threat throughout the weekend. At the plate, he showcases a balanced, rhythmic setup with a short, compact swing, advanced bat-to-ball skills, and a mature gap-to-gap approach. He consistently found ways to impact the game offensively, collecting five hits, scoring six runs, and driving in eight RBIs while posting an impressive 0.455 batting average. Julian also contributed on the mound, delivering 2.2 scoreless innings while striking out three hitters. His ability to impact the game on both sides of the ball was instrumental in his team’s championship run. For his outstanding all-around performance, Julian earned the MVP honors in the 15u division and established himself as one of the top performers of the weekend.

2029 Cole Hamilton

Trosky Force

Cole has a strong, athletic frame that projects well to the next level. Offensively, he features a simple setup with a smooth, repeatable load, quick hands, and efficient lower-half usage that allows him to generate consistent hard contact. Throughout the weekend, he was a catalyst for his offense, collecting five hits and scoring five runs while posting an impressive 0.625 batting average. Cole also made an impact on the mound, tossing three scoreless innings and providing his team with valuable quality innings when called upon. His ability to contribute at a high level both offensively and defensively made him a key piece of his team’s success. Cole’s impressive two-way performance played a major role in helping lead his team on a deep playoff run.

2028 Maximus Villalva

CBA Victus San Diego 2028

Maximus has an athletic frame that projects well as a top of the order bat at the next level. Offensively, he showcases a balanced setup, a smooth and repeatable load, and a mature all-fields approach. His short, efficient swing and consistent bat path allow him to create loud contact to all parts of the field while consistently putting quality swings on the baseball. Over the weekend, Maximus was a driving force in his team’s offensive success, collecting five hits, scoring three runs, and driving in five RBIs while posting an impressive 0.417 batting average. Time and again, he delivered quality at-bats and found ways to impact the game in key situations. His offensive production played a major role in leading his team to the 16u championship, and his outstanding performance throughout the event earned him MVP honors in the 16u division.

2028 Logan Allport

5 Star San Diego Allport

Logan has a strong, athletic frame that projects well both at the plate and on the mound. Offensively, he features a short, smooth swing with quick hands and a strong lower half that allows him to consistently square up the baseball. His physicality and swing mechanics suggest there is even more power to come as he continues to develop. Over the weekend, Logan was a key contributor to his team’s offensive success, collecting seven hits, driving in three RBIs, and scoring six runs while posting an impressive 0.538 batting average. He consistently found ways to get on base and create scoring opportunities, providing a spark throughout the lineup. Logan also made an impact on the mound, entering in relief and recording the only two outs he was asked to get. In his brief appearance, he showcased a heavy fastball that sat 82-84 mph and topped out at 87 mph, complemented be a curveball at 59-62 mph. He flashed arm strength and pitchability that make him an intriguing two-way prospect. Logan’s contributions on both sides of the ball were instrumental in helping lead his team throughout the weekend.

2027 Ramon Hinojosa

NC Valley 2027

Ramon has a strong, athletic build that projects well to the next level. Offensively, he showcases a short, compact swing with excellent rhythm and timing, paired wit ha mature gap-to-gap approach that allows him to consistently produce loud contact. He demonstrated a polished offensive skill set throughout the weekend, finding barrels consistently and creating opportunities for his team in key situations. Over the course of the event, Ramon collected eight hits, scored six runs, and drove in three RBIs while posting an outstanding 0.571 batting average. Ramon also made his presence felt on the mound, tossing 1.2 scoreless innings while striking out two hitters. He showcased premium arm talent, featuring a fastball that topped out at 90 mph and a sharp curveball at 72 mph that proved effective at keeping hitters off balance. His impressive two-way performance played a major role in leading his team to the 17/18u championship and earned him MVP honors for his outstanding efforts throughout the weekend.

2027 Jimmy Burns

NC Valley 2027

Jimmy has a strong, athletic build and made his presence felt on the mound throughout the weekend. He showcases a smooth, repeatable delivery, utilizes his lower half well, and consistently attacks the strike zone with an effective two-pitch mix. His fastball sat 78-80 mph and topped out at 82 mph, while his curveball sat 62-64 mph featuring late vertical break that kept hitters off balance and generated plenty of swing-and-miss. Over 6.1 innings of work, Jimmy allowed just one earned run while striking out nine hitters, demonstrating both his ability to command the zone and work efficiently through opposing lineups. Time and again, he rose to the occasion in key moments, providing a steady presence on the mound for his team. Jimmy’s dominant performance was a major factor in leading his team to the 17/18u championship and earned him MVPitcher honors.