I saw this in the basketball forum and though why not bring it over here.

According to Perfect Game Crosschecker, which is one of many scouting bureaus...these are the top 10 in order (along with their national ranking):

 

227 Jarred Clarkson OF Shelby Co

229 Luke Maile C Cov Cath

345 Shane Crain IF Lex Christian

779 Tyler Dunaway RHP Eastern

793 Cody Gibson RHP PRP

808 Logan Jackson C Tates Crk

855 Caleb Hanes RHP Bowling Green

902 Brandon Boling RHP Bryan Station

981 Zack McCarthy OF Bullit East

1141 Austin Johnson 1B Lex Christian

If we're going by this chart it looks like Jarred Clarkson is the top prospect. I have not heard of him, what does he have to offer?

If we're going by this chart it looks like Jarred Clarkson is the top prospect. I have not heard of him, what does he have to offer?

 

Don't know the young man either. All the scouting site said was "good body and tools, stood out at Kernels". I'm guessing Kernels refers to the Cedar Rapid Kernels which as the 'A' affilliate of the Angels; my guess is he attended a showcase or tryout event there and did well?

 

The thing about these scouting resources is that there are several, they are really fun to read (for lonely baseball junkies), but in the end, that's about it. Many of them make money by hosting events, showcases, tournaments etc...in addition to selling their reports/membership to the public as well as coaches and scouts. The only report that matters is the one prepared by the school / scout looking at these kids over a long period of time.

 

Either way, it sounds like Jarred is catching the eyes of some who pay attention, so I'm sure we'll be hearing more about him this spring! Congrats and good luck to all the boys!!

 

By the way, the national rank is for class of 09 seniors only...does not include underclassmen, juco, or college kids...

If we're going by this chart it looks like Jarred Clarkson is the top prospect. I have not heard of him, what does he have to offer?

 

Jared Clarkson plays for Shelby County. He had a good state tournament as a freshman. I thought he had a verbal commitment to U of L. He had a injury last year, leg I believe, after a collision I think while running to first? He did not play a lot because of the injury. He is a tall, athletic outfield with a very athletic frame. He has an excellent arm. I had he has very good speed.

13th Region Tops:

Spencer Greer Bell County

Josh Smith Corbin

Matthew Martin South Laurel

Brett Pittman Middlesboro