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MLB Player Agent/Advisor, Owner of @DiamondElit3, @OnBaseU Certified, BestShot Foundation... Avid Golfer
Myrtle Beach, SC
Joined March 2011
The Death of Baseball. USSSA/Top Gun/Etc. Youth Tournaments already occurring and it’s only February. And Ppl wonder why there is a rise of Youth Arm Injuries. Worthless Trophies/Rings in Feb. that Can’t Be Pawned to Pay the Medical Bill Later Down The Road #LetKidsBeKids
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And you wonder why he’s the best in the game right now. Every kid needs to watch this. Preparation = Success #NoCarelessThrows #NoRollingOutOfBed.
Gerrit Cole on motivation from losing & the importance of preparation. 🔥
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Oakland A’s Grant Holmes @GHolmes_14 throwing his last pen before he heads to Big League Spring Training @DiamondElit3 #BigLeagueSalad #HeavySinkers #Smooth #Fluid #TrainWithLions #VeloCity
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For all you kids thinking D1 or Bust, talent is at every level… By the way this kid was 82-86 in HS… Seems to have paid off working his ass off in a place that was a good fit for him.
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Congratulations to Justin Jarvis @jjarvis1515 on being drafted by Milwaukee @Brewers in the 5th Round. Hard working kid with a Bright Future @DiamondElit3 #TrainWithLions #VeloCity #BrewCrew
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S/O to Lake Norman HS (NC) 2018 RHP Justin Jarvis @jjarvis1515 with the Perfect Game. 7 IP 0 Hits 0 BBs 0 Runs 18 Ks on 89 Pitches. Up to 95 mph tonight @DiamondElit3 #TrainWithLions #VeloCity.
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If you’re only putting your kid in situations where there is a high percentage of being successful, then your kid will have no metric for what is success as he/she gets older.
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South Aiken HS & @GamecockBasebll Commit 2020 Sam Swygert @SamSwygert Has busted his rear this offseason. Lightning Quick Arm @DiamondElit3 #TrainWithLions
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Happy Birthday to a legend in my life. To a primary influence in why I enjoy working with kids. Happy Birthday Dad!
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Players: Need to learn to treat facilities you train at w/ respect. Facilities aren't cheap to maintain & Parents wonder why prices go up.
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Hamilton HS (OH) Uncommitted 2019 INF Payton Pennington @penningtonpayt1 Legit INF w/ Plate Discipline & a Left Stroke that can drive balls
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Shoutout to 13 Yr. Old @drewfreeman1515 for catching 17 College/Pro Pens today. Yes, 13 Years Old wanting to get better and not scared of handling big arms. Kid is a SAVAGE & Advanced skill set. Catching CCU Ace Zach McCambley @DiamondElit3 #TrainWithLions #WolvesEatSheep
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Finally got up to Charlotte to see my boy, @jjarvis1515 , shove tonight vs. Mooresville. 90-94 MPH Touching 95 @DiamondElit3 #TrainWithLions #VeloCity
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N. Myrtle Beach & @GTBaseball Commit 2022 Cam Freeman @camfreeman25 back on the mound for his 1st pen of the year @DiamondElit3 #TrainWithLions
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COMPETE!. Wonder how much more success kids would have if they competed in Athletics & School like they do on Fortnite?.
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Florence-Darlington Tech Freshman RHP Elian Almanzar @elianAlmanzar1 with 111 mph on his 2 oz. & was 99 mph on his 5 oz. @DiamondElit3 @jamieVELOevans @FDTCbaseball #TrainWithLions #VeloCity
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S/O to my boy 2019 Andrew Boyd @Andrew_Boyd5 on being named @WilsonPremierBB Most Valuable Pitcher #TrainWithLions #VeloCity #CanesBaseball
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Conway HS (CCU Commit) 2019 Will Smith @asap_willy77 Athletic RHP that has made big jumps, Lightning Quick Arm that had outings sitting 89-91 Touching 92 with Sink. BB is a solid out pitch at 78-81 and Good Feel for CH @DiamondElit3 #TrainWithLions #VeloCity
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Players: If you don’t have good grades in High School, how can a college coach TRUST you to get your work done ON & OFF the field? #DontBeLazy #GetItDone.
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Chapin HS (SC) 2018 C Tanner Steffy @TannerSteffy UNCOMMITTED Big Power To All Fields.6 K'S in 87 AB's this Summer. 1.9-2.0 Pop @ 83/4 mph
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When you throw your FB with Conviction & Intent you can be very successful. @TheCanesBB National 2021s struck out 19 in Game 1 Shutout Win 9-0. Fun Fact: Threw All FBs & ZERO, I Repeat ZERO CBs & CHs Needed! #FakeShake.
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Watching 2 D1 Arms get their work in for the day in the pouring rain. Not taking the day off bc it’s raining. HS Players: Don’t Give The Excuse That “It Was Raining” to not get your work in for the day #NoDaysOff #AlwaysWorkToBeDone #IWantToPlayCollegeBaseball
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S/O Lake Norman HS (UNC-W Commit) 2018 RHP Justin Jarvis @jjarvis1515 for shoving tonight. 7 IP 1 Hit 0 BB 8 Ks. Straight Downhill⛽️@DiamondElit3 #TrainWithLions #VeloCity
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HS Playcalling Wristbands should be outlawed. Design a Catcher Mask like QB Helmet so Coach can relay through Headset. Seen paint dry quicker than the Relay of Pitch Calling. Screws up pitchers who are Quick Tempo & Lights out when they are in a groove #SunDial #GoodNapTime.
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Throwing an Inning in a game is NOT considered his “Bullpen” for the Pitcher starting a few days later. Bullpen is a controlled environment where he can fine tune & work on things, A Game has too many uncontrollable variables #ReInventingTheWheel #ArmCare #WinAtAllCost.
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From Being a part of Canes National 14U Winning WWBA National Championship in Atlanta, GA earlier today to now in Lakeland, FL with Canes American 2020s playing in Wilson Premier Championship @TheCanesBB @CanesAmerican #NattysAreGood #WPEast
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Whiteville HS (NC) 2019 Dylan Lawson @Dylan_Lawson14 (Uncommitted) .Tonight vs. W. Columbus & Last 2 Clips from a Pen .FB 84-87 mph (Been Up to 89) .SL 76 mph .6’3” 210 lbs. 4.0/4.7 GPA (Unweighted/Weighted).1210 SAT/26 ACT.@FlatgroundApp @DiamondElit3 .Contact @WhsBaseball18
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2019s: Be Professional, Respectful, and Good Communicator. Be open to any phone call bc a Coach is taking HIS time to Call You #Sept1.
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One of the toughest most competitive dudes you’ll ever meet… @jordangore3 closing for @Twins today… Proud of this guy
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UNC Commit, St. Mary's (MD) 2018 Stephen Pelli @Stephen_pelli34 Live Arm w/ Late Sink on FB (90-93) @DiamondElit3 #TrainWithLions #VeloCity
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Youth Baseball Epidemic: Coaches Please stop rolling up to the park, opening the bucket and saying “Go Get Loose”. Teach Kids Stretching & Dynamic Warm-Ups #HealthMatters.
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Culture Breeds Success. Guys from NC & SC all committed to their developmental plans. December is a time for Training & Development, Not Playing. Tournament Organizers are have zero interest in the kids if they are hosting Tourneys Now @DiamondElit3 #TrainWithLions
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Just bc you sat behind a Senior last year & thought “I’ll wait my turn” doesn’t mean it’s yours this year. Don’t be upset when an underclassmen takes your job bc his mindset was “I’m Going To Your Job” while You Thought You’d Be GIVEN it #NothingIsGiven #NotTakingFoodOffMyPlate.
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Congratulations to my man, Jagger Haynes @therealcj02 on being drafted in the 5th Round by San Diego @Padres . @DiamondElit3 #TrainWithLions #WolvesEatSheep
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One of the Greatest Ever. Deserved 100%. Pure Class & the Ultimate Closer #EnterSandman #RiveraCutter.
I’ll never forget watching this moment while experiencing every emotion possible. No matter who I’m a fan of, these moments will always leave a lasting impression on me and the game.
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Cardinal Gibbons (NC) 2018 OF/RHP Nick Brassington @nick_brass24 UNCOMMITTED Quick Raw Arm on Wiry Athletic Frame FB 84-86 mph w/ Late Life 4.2 GPA 1140 SAT/23 ACT @DiamondElit3 #TrainWithLions
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Ole Miss Jr. Tyler Keenan @TylerKeenan_10 & Davidson Soph. Parker Nolan @parkernolan8 (not in vid) getting reps w/ @Brendougherty in preparation for season @DiamondElit3 #TrainWithLions
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Huge S/O to my boy RHP Tanner Chock @TannerChock on signing with LA @Angels Excited for his future @DiamondElit3 #TrainWithLions
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Had an unbelievable opportunity to play Sage Valley with some amazing guys Kevin, Tom, and Ben during Masters Week #WhatAmIDoingHere #sagevalley
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Coincidence While Everyone Else Sits On The Couch, 3 Successful Hitters Are Getting Late Night Extra Reps @Jackson_McCoy27 @OwenPaino @campbellsoup_23 #TrainWithLions #WolvesEatSheep
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S/O Hartsville HS 2019 LHP Garrett Gainey @gainey_garrett on his commitment to Winthrop University @DiamondElit3 #TrainWithLions #WinthropBaseball
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S/O Conway HS 2023 Campbell Smithwick @campbellsoup_23 on his commitment to Ole Miss. Unbelievably hard working kid with a bright future @DiamondElit3 #TrainWithLions #WolvesEatSheep.
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Happy 2nd Birthday to the most amazing little one that has impacted my life in a way I couldn’t have imagined… I’m so lucky to be called Uncle Mike… I love you Saylor Grace and Hope you have an amazing day!!!!
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S/O to my little brother @TylerKeenan_10 on being selected in the 4th Round by the Seattle @Mariners . @DiamondElit3 #TrainWithLions #WolvesEatSheep
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Phoenix Bound 🌵 for @WilsonPremierBB West Championship with @CanesAmerican 2020. Also get to see my boy @GHolmes_14 #GonnaBeAHotOne.
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S/O South Caldwell HS (NC) 2023 LHP/OF Reid Haire @HaireReid on his commitment to Georgia Tech @DiamondElit3 #TrainWithLions.
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S/O to Lake Norman HS (NC) 2018 RHP Justin Jarvis @jjarvis1515 (UNC-W Commit) for another W Last Night. 4 IP 3 Hits 0 Runs 9 Ks.Jarvis’ Season Stats:.2-0.11 IP.0.00 ERA.3 Hits.3 Walks.27 Ks. @DiamondElit3 #TrainWithLions #VeloCity.
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Riverside HS 2020 Caden Grice @CadenGrice3 (Clemson Commit) 6’5” 200 lbs. (15 Yrs. Old) frame with a loose quick arm. Athletic kid with a bright future @DiamondElit3 #TrainWithLions #VeloCity
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Had a blast today. HS Guys that train with us got to face College & Pro Hitters/Pitchers. Want to be the best, need to surround yourself with the best @DiamondElit3 #TrainWithLions #WolvesEatSheep
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Uncommitted JUCO Soph. RHP @cannonpickell (@pittccbaseball) .FB: 93-95 T97.CB: 76-80 .CT: 84-86.CH: 83-85. Season Stats:.W/L: 10-0 .ERA: 1.48.IP: 54.2. #TrainWithLions #WolvesEatSheep @DiamondElit3
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Happy Birthday to My Lovely Momma! Meg & I are extremely lucky to have you as our Mom!
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Months of Games:.MLB: 8-9 .MiLB: 7-8 .College: 5-6 .Grown Men Don't Play 10-12. So Why is Your Son Playing 9-12 Months? #Time4Rest&Work.
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Excited to be back in the facility tomorrow. Got a college coach coming in to check out some guys. Never know who will be in & out of the facility @DiamondElit3 #TrainWithLions.
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Excited for this Upcoming Weekend. @jamieVELOevans coming in to help w/ all the guys on the bump. 150+ Bullpens from Saturday to Monday at @DiamondElit3 #TrainWithLions #VeloCity.
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And just like that, summer coaching is over. Driving back to the 🏝 from Hot Atlanta. Time for New Changes to @DiamondElit3 #Commitment #TrainWithLions.
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S/O to Leesville Rd. HS (NC) 2018 C/UT Landon Choboy @ChoboyLandon Went 3-4 w/ 6 RBI's Including a Grand Slam #Uncommitted #TrainWithLions
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The Beauty of Baseball. Your Off-Season Work to Prepare will show Starting Day 1 of Season. Baseball Separates Those Accountable/Prepared & Those that spent their Off Season playing Fortnite, Chasing Girls, etc. #PreparationEqualsSuccess #NoOneToBlame.
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Conway HS 2020 Cameron Barnhill @cameronbarnhil2 back on the mound for Live BP. FB was 86-88 mph and commanded a sharp CB @DiamondElit3 #TrainWithLions
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SMC Soph. Clay Cox @claycox123 .Uncommitted .FB 90-92 T94.SL 78-81.CH 80-84.@DiamondElit3 #TrainWithLions #WolvesEatSheep
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Proud of @TylerKeenan_10 on his recognition. Savage Mentality and Unreal Work Ethic @DiamondElit3 #TrainWithLions
NEWS | @TylerKeenan_10 earns a spot on the @CBNewspaper Freshman All-American team after a stellar first year for #RebsBSB!. 📰 #HottyToddy
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S/O Conway HS 2019 RHP Will Smith @asap_willy77 on his commitment to Coastal Carolina University @DiamondElit3 #TrainWithLions #VeloCity.
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N. Myrtle Beach & @ClemsonBaseball Commit 2021 Billy Barlow @Barlow10Billy in his 1st pen of the year in preparation for upcoming season @DiamondElit3 #TrainWithLions
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Byrnes HS 2019 Clay Cox @claycox123 Uncommitted 6’2” 195 lbs. Athletic RHP. Super Quick Arm Whip producing late life on FB. Been 87-89 MPH this year. Can spin a hard SL and feel for a SP @DiamondElit3 #TrainWithLions #VeloCity #Uncommitted
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July 28 & Still have 14/15U Coaches throwing guys 111 pitches. Just bc Player says he feels good doesn’t mean you keep him out there. I guess the All Mighty Win overrides Health Considerations #HaveSomeFeel
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Spring Valley HS 2021 Seve Mack @SeveMack11 6’0” Athletic 15 Yr. Old with a lightning fast arm that creates steep downhill FBs @DiamondElit3 #TrainWithLions
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FOMO - Fear Of Missing Out. Terminology I hear used for Parents/Kid’s in Baseball. Well you’re actually missing out on the opportunity for family things away from the Baseball Field. Rest, Train, & Enjoy time with Family Please #StopPlayingYearRound.
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Congrats to @ZachhhMccambley on being drafted in the 3rd Round by Miami @Marlins . Unbelievable dude that works extremely hard
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Congratulations to Conway 2023 & @OleMissBSB Commit @campbellsoup_23 on being selected to @PerfectGameUSA 14U Select Festival in Oklahoma @DiamondElit3 #ProudOfYouDad #WorkingWhileOthersPlay.
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I’m beyond proud of my brother @GHolmes_14… Gets to live out his dream with his childhood team.
The #Braves today selected RHP Grant Holmes to the major league roster. The club also recalled RHP Huascar Ynoa to Atlanta and placed him on the 60-day injured list with a right elbow stress reaction. LHP Ray Kerr was optioned to Triple-A Gwinnett following yesterday’s game.
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S/O North Myrtle Beach HS (SC) 2021 RHP Billy Barlow @Barlow10Billy on his commitment to Clemson @DiamondElit3 #TrainWithLions #VeloCity.
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Northwestern HS (USC Commit) 2018 John Gilreath @jgilreath9 Aggressive Lefty w/ Command & Good Secondary @DiamondElit3 #TrainWithLions
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S/O Bishop England (Clemson Commit) 2019 Geoffrey Gilbert @gegilbert19 on being named Gatorade State Player of the Year for South Carolina @DiamondElit3 #TrainWithLions #VeloCity
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CSU made the right decision promoting @GSchaeferCSU Ambitious, Hard working guy that I see at every event finding talent @KendallRogers.
Assistant coach and recruiting coordinator George Schaefer was named Associate Head Coach Thursday
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Excited to have @jamieVELOevans for Our Annual Winter Bullpens this upcoming weekend (Jan. 19-21) at @DiamondElit3 #TrainWithLions #VeloCity.
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S/O Aynor HS 2021 RHP Landon Beverly @LandonBeverly1 on his commitment to The Citadel @DiamondElit3 #TrainWithLions #WolvesEatSheep.
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HS Baseball in Full Swing starting this Thursday. Lots of Talent will be at the Beach. Opportunity for College Coaches & MLB Scouts. Players, Make the MOST of EVERY Opportunity #NeverKnowWhoseWatching #CarolinaBorderBattle #IPClassic #BaseballAtTheBeach #CoastalInvitational
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San Francisco Giants @JCallahan15 getting his work in for Spring Training @DiamondElit3 #TrainWithLions
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👇🏻 Go where you’re going to develop and play… Baseball & Coaches are really good throughout all levels of College.
Pitcher for the Yankees right now played D3 baseball & is sitting 98 with a three pitch mix. Run. Your. Race.
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Congratulations to Carolina Forest RHP @bryarjohnson44 on being drafted by Kansas City Royals in 20th Round. Beyond proud of you man!.
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Wanting To Throw Harder yet not strong enough and/or in shape is like wanting a Prius with a Ferrari Engine.
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Say It Louder So Everyone In The Back Can Hear!!!.
PLAY CATCH. Playing catch is not something you do to get loose. It’s not something you do to warm up. It is a drill that translates in every game you will ever play. Pitching is catch. Defense is catch. If you can’t play catch, you can’t play. #STdrills
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Chesnee HS 2018 Nate Lamb @njlambo__ (Clemson Commit). 6'6" Strong Athletic Kid w/ Electric Stuff #DiamondElite #TrainWithLions #VeloCity
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South Johnston (NC) (UNC-Charlotte Commit) 2018 Grant Millay @grantmillay Big Arm w/ Heavy Sinker #DiamondElite #TrainWithLions #VeloCity
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S/O St. James HS (SC) 2020 C Nikko Andre @nikkoandre8 on his commitment to Newberry @DiamondElit3 #TrainWithLions #WolvesEatSheep.
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Wayne Country Day (NC) 2021 LHP Garrett Moffett @garrett_moffett .@NCStateBaseball Commit.FB 87-89 .CH 78-81.SL 77-79.@DiamondElit3 #TrainWithLions #WolvesEatSheep
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S/O N. Myrtle Beach HS (SC) 2022 RHP Cameron Freeman @camfreeman25 on his commitment to Georgia Tech @DiamondElit3 #TrainWithLions #VeloCity.
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Locally, Love hearing Parents & Players say that their HS Coach will hold it against them if they don’t play Junior Legion/Legion Baseball. Using that Tactic means you need to find another job.
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Wando HS 2021 Reed Garris @rgarris18 .Uncommitted Arm .FB 88-90 T92.SL 78-81.CH 80-83 .@DiamondElit3 #TrainWithLions #WolvesEatSheep
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N. Myrtle Beach HS (Mt. Olive Commit) 2019 Dalton Simpson @simpsonfosure Athletic RHP with a Very Quick Arm. FB has been up to 90 MPH this summer. Has really good feel for CH & BB @DiamondElit3 #TrainWithLions #VeloCity
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Landed back in Myrtle and it’s Officially Off-Season Starting Tomorrow! If you’re still playing, you might be Lost #Recovery&TrainingTime.
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North Myrtle Beach HS 2022 RHP Cameron Freeman @camfreeman25 getting prepped for summer. Young 6’3” 185 lbs. Athletic Kid. Was 85-87/88 today in his pen. Excited to watch his development this summer @DiamondElit3 #TrainWithLions #VeloCity
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Test Day for @CSUBucsBaseball Pitchers doing @jamieVELOevans Program. Fortunate to get to work with @GSchaeferCSU & His Staff #VeloCity
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Beyond Grateful for @jamieVELOevans coming this past weekend! Fortunate to have him spend time w/ the guys & sharing knowledge #VeloCity.
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