Nico Moran
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Owner of @FiveStarPB | 5 Star Mafia 16U Black HC
Longview, Texas
Joined May 2009
Summer Ball is officially OVER! 50 + nights in a hotel since June 1, several thousand miles traveled, and countless meals at Twin Peaks… I’m ready to throw a tomahawk on the Big Green Egg! ETX bound first thing in the AM.
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Just in case you aren’t convinced. @peyton_stovall (Arkansas Commit) hit 2 bombs today and is currently hitting .667 with 8 H - 4 HR - 1 2B - 10 RBI - 5 BB - 9 RS in 17 PA’s. no strikeouts. #PB #maFia #MLBDraft
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How about ‘24 RHP @AidenSims4 (Forney HS) coming out of the gates in his first varsity appearance at 85-88 mph. Just as many 87-88’s as 85’s. Used just one breaking ball to make short work and secure a win in a 1-2-3 inning. One of the top arms in his class. 👀 #PB #maFia
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Congrats to 5 Star National 15U on their second straight Championship, this time the Perfect Game WWBA National Championship @5starnational . #maFia
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Want to see change in the game? How about we go this direction!! Down 7-1, still playing the game hard.
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4 🏆’s to start the year between the @Texas_PG South invite, wwba south, & National Select. ‘24 National wins their 2nd straight event. ‘25 National makes it 3 straight years that a #maFia team has taken the WWBA South. Thanks to @SmittyHawk0 & his staff. Best in the country!
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We emptied the tank! @_PBTexas 17U makes a statement advancing to the Quarterfinals of the @PerfectGameUSA 17U WWBA National Championship. 9-1-1, two walk off wins, a huge win over a very talented FTB Giants Scout Team. Representing East Texas on the National Level. #PB
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This dude legit, may be the best hitter in the COUNTRY. And yes, I will fight that with anyone, and put him up against anybody. Video game numbers this Summer. 2021 @peyton_stovall (Arkansas Commit) is a BIG TIME DUDE! #PB #maFia.
The “Joseph R. Cooper” Batting Champion of the 2020 @followaabc #DonMattinglyWS goes to Peyton Stovall (@peyton_stovall) of @FiveStarPB. Haughton (LA) 2021 • @RazorbackBSB commit
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Impressive day for ‘23 @CuffConnor (Carthage). Barreled up 3 times for hits including an oppo 2B that one hopped the wall. Later closed the game with FB’s, 87-88 ^ 89 mph. There is plenty of athleticism in the 6’4 205 frame, you can only dream of what more is to come. #PB #maFia
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Good to see ‘23 @LapeTrenton (LSU Commit) back on the mound. His first outing of the Summer at the @USABaseball National Team Championships in Cary he was 91-93 mph. Just 1 IP today, working around a walk and a hit early, he K’d 3 and did not allow a run. #PB #maFia
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This is absolutely ridiculous!!.
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‘23 SS/RHP @MJSeo8 (Arizona) is joining the #maFia. He will make an immediate impact in the middle of the lineup & really puts the pitching staff over the top. An athletic IF with tools to stay on the left side, power in the bat, & up to 91 mph on the bump.#PB @5starnational
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‘22 #GoCoogs Commit @Gabriel_PB27 (Longview HS) is 7 for his last 7 with 7 RBI including this Grand Slam for the Lobos #PB #maFia
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Praying for Summer ball so we can get the boys back together! Over 20 college commits, 13 D1 in one class, #12 in the country this Summer per @PerfectGameUSA.
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Uncommitted ‘23 LHP @Landon_Bowden_ has a few more starts this summer. By far the biggest competitor I’ve coached. Wants the ball at all times, competes with a 3 pitch mix in any situation. Up to 88. Been the #1 for @FiveStarPB 2023 National for years. Dude wins! #PB #maFia.
Landon Bowden (‘23 TX) has really impressed today going 5 strong innings while striking out 8. Really good pitchability out of this guy with all his pitches. Fastball sitting 85 with good running action on it. Change and Slider are both s/m stuff. #WWBASouth #TCU
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New Day same @peyton_stovall 💣💣🚀🚀 to dead center! . 🎥 Cred: Michael Barrett
Folks, Peyton Stovall is legit. He just crushed a Jaxon Wiggins fastball to dead center for a home run. I expect big things from the freshman in 2022.
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Perfect Game has arrived in East Texas, at The Whataburger Sports Complex in Kilgore, Texas. 2021 PGBA East Texas Elite Championships. More to come.
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This ball was absolutely crushed by 2021 @koltonkoonce12 (Nacogdoches) 6’4 190 pound 1B/OF turning 93 mph around. #PB #maFia #uncommitted
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Top Moments from the Summer for Performance Baseball Texas 17U. What a ride. It has not been easy getting up these last couple days knowing it’s over, but thankful for the memories #PB
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‘21 RHP @caden_fiveash (Rockwall-Heath) was 86-88 mph in a short relief outing last night. Sticking mostly with the FB there is some effort behind it, but commands the zone well. Velo continues to jump for one of the more interesting uncommitted players in the org. #PB #maFia
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Big addition to @FiveStarPB 2024 National, @marlonmoore34 (Canute HS, OK) joins the #maFia. He is an absolute dude and should fit the culture immediately. Excited to have a kid like Marlon in the program! #PB #maFia
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Without a doubt the best team to ever come out of ETX. What a summer. @_PBTexas 17U.23-7-2 Record.• Playoffs @ PBR NPI.• Top 8 @ PG WWBA.• AABC Don Mattingly WS Champs.•Top 8 @ PG WS. Thanks to @WestCoastWoj_PG for the invite. Best summer event I’ve ever been a part of! #PB
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Stopped by the @ParkwayBSB scrimmage today just in time to see ‘23 @LapeTrenton (LSU Commit) jump on the mound. 91-93 mph, showed 3 pitches in 2 IP. most effective tonight with the Change-up. #PB #maFia
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This is HUGE news for the #maFia. I could not be more excited to finally be working with these dudes. The best is yet to come!.
We are excited to announce the expansion of @FiveStarPB to DFW & the joining of @ASBbaseball to the #maFia. The last few years the two have built a great relationship. The core values that built both ASB & PB will remains through @5starnational We can’t wait to get started! #PB
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A huge win for Performance Baseball Texas 16U in walk off fashion over KC Royals Scout Team 2-1 in the opener of the @PBRTournaments NPI. In the 7th inning, 2021 Kurt Wyman beats the left fielder for a 2 RBI 2B. This team is really fun to watch! #PB @PBR_Texas @ShooterHunt
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No Hitter! Stephen F. Austin Baseball Commit and @PB_ETX 2020 LHP @GrantWalters12 picks up 13 K’s in the No hit shutout win. #PB
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HUGE things going on for the #maFia in the South! @FiveStarPB is excited to welcome @team_louisiana and continue growth with @5StarLouisiana. Great things going on with @5StarArkansas as well in Fayetteville. Exciting times and looking forward to continual growth in the region!
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A talented overall athlete, @peyton_stovall has an advanced hitting approach with excellent barrel accuracy and strength to impact the ball. He repeatedly squared balls up during BP and put on a good show during the HR Derby qualifier #BFAllStar
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A little Easter Prime Rib! Hope you all enjoyed the time with family as much as I did!
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Missing Jupiter due to being sick for the last 4 weeks with Covid Pneumonia…feeling better & better each day. Actually watching some College Football so decided to try out my 1st Charcuterie Board. Not the best presentation I’m sure, but there was some good stuff on here!
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It was fun to get back on the field. I sure have missed all the energy and excitement. but this sound is still in my head. ‘22 OF @Gabriel_PB27 (Houston Commit) with an absolute NUKE #maFia
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After some trouble in the 1st, ‘23 LHP @LandynGrant (Longview HS) dialied in and retired 11 in a row before issuing a walk. 11 K in 5 IP. FB was 80-84 MPH and landed the breaking ball in just about any count 69 - 72 MPH. Showed a lot of toughness today on the mound. #PB #maFia
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Talk about coming up BIG! After a absolute tank yesterday, 2022 @LipseyMarshall hits a 3 run 3B in the last inning of a must win pool game to make bracket, tying the game at 5-5. He later scored the winning run on a wild pitch. Recent @TCU_Baseball commit #PB #maFia #GoFrogs
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How about this outing from ‘23 RHP @garet_boehm (Hutto HS). the Texas Tech Commit pitched 8 innings in relief of a game that went 13 innings. He struck out 15, including the side in last to secure a win and did not allow a run or a hit. #PB #maFia
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2023 LHP @Landon_Bowden_ (Hallsville HS) was 80-83 MPH, BB 71-74 MPH in a big win this week at the @PerfectGameUSA WWBA. He has allowed only 1 ER on the Summer thus far. Just 6’1 150 at present, with plenty of room to grow. Kid can really pitch. #PB #maFia
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This one is special, love you Koko!.
Congratulations to 2021 @koltonkoonce12 (Nacogdoches HS) on his commitment to @TCU_Baseball #PB #maFia
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‘24 @harrisoncwall (Wharton Commit) was in full control all evening. 5.2 IP of pure dominance. 87-89 most the game with a handful of 90’s. Dumped a little velo in the 5th but didn’t throw a FB under 88 in the 6th. In 84 pitches he punched out 10, allowed 2 H/2 BB/0 R. #PB #maFia
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Huge shoutout to @phil_haigPBR, @Tyler_King19, and @PBR_Texas for the job they did with both the @prepbaseball Futures and Junior Future event at Lakepoint. Both rosters were loaded and our @FiveStarPB dudes had a blast. Thank you for making this event great! #PB #maFia
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Intriguing 2023 uncommitted LHP, @montybognar (Waller HS) last seen up to 88 mph. Some serious ASR, will be with 5 Star Performance 2023 American this Summer #PB #maFia
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What an amazing night!! Thanks to all the college coaches who attended what started as a simple scrimmage and turned into a great event. Don’t think there has ever been this much talent or this many college coaches in one place at one time in East Texas. #PB
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The #maFia is strong in HTX! Down in Tomball for the @Texas_PG MLK South & taking advantage of the time to get together with our Houston Directors! Great time, great people! #PB #maFia @FiveStarPB @fivestardfw @5StarHTX @5StarLouisiana @5StarPTX @thelumberyard2 @5starnational
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93 MPH was cool and everything. but how about a 98 mph pull down for the 2024 @JaydenBoyd2024 🤯. #PB #maFia
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How do you hit 94 mph, and this?. you probably don’t! 2020 @wyattt_20 turns some heads early this season. The @AggieBaseball recruit is making a strong bid for the 2020 #MLBDraft #PB #maFia
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This dude is hitting absolute NUKES.
.@FiveStarPB National’s Kolton Koonce (@koltonkoonce12) mashes a three-run bomb over the RF wall. #FiveToolPower 💣 . Nacogdoches (TX) 2021 #uncommitted . @followaabc #DonMattinglyWS
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‘24 @JaxJordan5 has been the go to go out of the pen all summer, but typically later in the game. He was asked to get 17 outs entering the game in the 2nd inning, & it was 5.2 innings of pure dominance. Huge outing for him with 11 punch outs and 0 BB. #PB #maFia.
Jackson Jordan (‘24, TX) has struck out 5 of the first 6 batters faced. FB has sat 85-87 mph, T88 mph, w/ ride thru the zone. Can land CB at 73-75 mph for strikes regularly. Not afraid to challenge hitters w/ both offerings #PGWS @Texas_PG @PG_Uncommitted
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‘23 @LapeTrenton (LSU commit) up to 93 MPH last night, but most impressive was the slider that was as high as 85 mph. Saw some great things from Lape, as he worked through some trouble and settled in to put together a solid outing. Major growth over the last year. #PB #maFia
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Still have a lot to do, but we are under a week away from our Grand Opening! Be at #ETPA anytime from 10AM-5PM. Free Food Served from 11:30 am- 1:00 pm! HitTrax Home Run Derby, and a Texas Edition A2000 Glove Raffle. 100 Warehouse Dr. Kilgore, Texas 75662
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A 2022 you need to know is RHP @sam_peterson17 (Lindale). At 6’4 195, there is a lot more to come. Today, in his 1st pen in prep for the Summer he was 85-87 mph showing a SL at 77-79 mph. Not to mention, he was the Vars. QB this year & is in the top 10% of his class. #PB #maFia
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Performance '18 @elijah_trest4 has committed to The University of Arkansas @RazorbackBSB @PerfectGameUSA @VToolShow
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Micah Kendrick (‘23, Tx.) comes up with one of the biggest swings of the weekend with this bases clearing triple down the line. #TCU commit @Texas_PG #WWBAWorlds
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The class of 2020 has a very special place in my ❤️ 4ever. I am as sick as any parent, but especially those of my PB family. The 2020’s changed my life and @FiveStarPB . I wish there was more that I could do. The only thing I can say is find a way for this to make you stronger.
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Texas A&M Baseball Commit and @PB_ETX 2020 RHP @wyattt_20 was spectacular is his regular season debut. He was up to 93 MPH and struck out 11 in a complete game 1 Hitter that took just 86 pitches. He is the #3 RHP in Texas and is ranked Nationally as well. #PB
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Interesting cook. smoked the 🐊 and it was better than I could have ever expected. Didn’t stuff it or anything since it was smaller. Definitely would do it again! Had to try something different!
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Big wknd from C @N_Cervantes13. Playing in 14U, he lead @FiveStarPB 13U Gold to 4-0. 500 avg, a (ITP) HR in the semi-final 1-0 win & was 2-3, 2 2B, one a oppo Ground Rule 2B, & 5 RBI in the a Championship. Showed pop to all fields. Reminds me of @CreedWillems11 👀 #PB #maFia
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PERFORMANCE BASEBALL TEXAS 17U 23-7-2 . •#12 NATIONAL RANKING. • PLAYOFFS @ PBR NATIONAL PROGRAM INVITATIONAL. •QUARTERFINALS AT THE PG WWBA NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP. •AABC DON MATTINGLY WORLD SERIES CHAMPIONS. •QUARTERFINALS AT THE PG WORLD SERIES. •FULL ROSTER COMMITTED
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‘23 @Diego_Luzardo23 (Houston Commit) recently hit this walk of nuke! A big part of the 2023 National line up for the Mafia. #PB #maFia
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‘24 SS @sawyerdunagan (Hallsville HS) is a guy you really want to keep an eye on. Handles the game really well showing feel beyond his years. Loves to swing it! #PB #maFia
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PB 2017 & Panola Commit, @ClemensKade shows that big pop early in the season, driving his first 💣to center field! #PB #DudeCanHit @VToolShow
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It’s getting real! Arm care area is coming together. Just gotta scrub the mats down. New lights added. Nets coming in today! Let’s go!
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2021 1B/OF @koltonkoonce12 (Nacogdoches) our a couple barrels together today, this one going for a double. At 6’5, 185 there is still a ton of room for growth. Really like the way the kid plays the game. #uncommitted #PB #maFia
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🤣🤣🤣.
@RazorbackBSB this is 2021 signee @peyton_stovall If you listen closely you can hear the other team mistakenly chanting “overrated” prior to him mashing this homer. I’d say he’s appropriately rated. WOO PIG
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That dude @noah_paddie can FLY!! He was born a GAME CHANGER!.
@AggieBaseball commit @noah_paddie showing off his athleticism, helping @carthagedawgs retake the lead. @Texan_Live #dctf #txhsfb
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Before the season started @LoydEaston , told me he was going to break the single season 3B’s record at Hallsville (and the state record of 17). On the 1st pitch of the game tonight he did just that (8). He also hit his 9th 3B of the season in this game. @BearkatsBSB commit. #PB
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Definitely felt like we belonged in the top 10 after a remarkable Summer but proud of these guys, especially for being #1 team in the absolutely loaded South Region, and for having the most wins in the Country! #PB #maFia.
Congratulations to 5 Star Performance 2023 National on being ranked #12 in the Country by Perfect Game following the Summer Season. #PB #maFia . Coaches: @NicoMoran, @Dubkilgo, @HoldenOrgeron5, & @britt10brown.Record: 41-11-1.Regional Rank: 1st
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‘22 C @MattHouston_27 (Hallsville) with noticeable changes to the body this Spring. Moving well behind the plate and on the base paths. Continues to show that he can drive the ball to all fields. #PB #maFia
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I may have 100 RBI posted on my timeline by the end of the day. another grand slam, this time for ‘22 1B/OF @connor_cox2022 (Longview HS). Dude is a HR machine. said it earlier I’ll say it again, may be the best home run hitter to come through ETX in a while. #PB #maFia
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Looking forward to another great week in Georgia for the 17U Perfect Game WWBA National Championship with 5 Star Performance 2023 National! #PB #maFia . @TeamdHBMedia
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Congratulations to @PB_ETX 2018 LHP @CallahanBaldree on his commitment to Weatherford College! #PB #ETXBaseball @VToolTexas
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Exciting new addition to @FiveStarPB 2025 National. 6’2 160 pounder, @easton_sanders (Glenbrook HS) can impress in many ways. 80-82 off the mound with feel for spin and can swing it as well. Holding his own as an 8th grader for the Varsity team at Glenbrook. #PB #maFia
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Let’s make it 2! 2021 @peyton_stovall (Arkansas) leaves the yard for the 2nd time this season in as many days. Another no doubter off the bat. #PB #maFia
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Performance Baseball Texas 14U goes 3-0 playing up in the 15U Perfect Game South Invitational. A huge weekend as they knocked off the 15U Banditos Scout Team at The University of Houston Saturday night. Unfortunately weather shortened the event, but a great wknd nonetheless. #PB
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UPDATE: I am now hearing that @peytonlee777 has now topped out at 97 MPH! @IslandersBSB signee #PBAlumni.
Got a report that #PBAlumni & TJC RHP @peytonlee777 has been up to 95 mph this season. Nonetheless, the Apache closer has been absolutely dominate. In 8 APP & 12 IP, he’s allowed just 6 H, 4 BB, and 0 ER. He has K’d 22 and is 2-0 with 2 SV. #PBAlumni #MLBDraft
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‘25 RHP @minjaeseo14 (Hebron) up to 87 mph last night at the @Texas_PG Texas Invitational. 4 K’s in a couple of innings of work, living 84-87. Seo is one of the premier arms in the class #PB #maFia @SmittyHawk0 @JBrownPG
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The Coogs are getting one of the best competitors I have ever had the blessing to Coach. @Landon_Bowden_ was the ace for one of the best teams in the Country this Summer and has toed the rubber in the biggest games we’ve played the last several years! #PB #maFia.
Congratulations to ‘23 LHP Landon Bowden (Hallsville HS) of 5 Star Performance 2023 National on his commitment to The University of Houston. #PB #maFia
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2019 Uncommitted 6’4 230 OF @KeshonWilliams3 can absolutely rake. Big athletic outfielder with plus speed. 3 sport stand out (Pine Tree HS). #PB
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Ok, I’m tired of being in the office! Get me back on the road!!!.
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College Coaches, this is a group of winners! Took a great run into Georgia at the WWBA. Team FULL of guys who absolutely get after it. All up and down the lineup and throughout the pitching staff you can find winners. Next up, AABC Don Mattingly for these guys. #PB #maFia.
WHAT A DAY!! 5 Star Performance 2025 National battled through 3 elimination games and just coming up short in the last for a final 8 finish in the @perfectgameusa WWBA National Championship!
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Great showing for Performance Baseball at the 2022/2023 @ProspectWire Uncommitted All-Star Game at TCU this weekend.
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A big fan of ‘22 RHP @caleb_chacon36 (Allen HS). At 6’3 160, there is still a lot of room for growth. Commands the zone from lower 3/4 angle up to 85 mph and feel off the slider. #PB #maFia.
Caleb Chacon (@caleb_chacon36) strikes out the a pair in his first inning of work for @assd_ingram. Allen (TX) 2022 #uncommitted . @followaabc #DonMattinglyWS
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At 6’4 185 pounds, there is a lot to like about ‘21 RHP @BoyettReid (Nacogdoches HS). 83-85 mph in his last outing, and has show up to 86 mph. In 8.1 IP in his last tournament he allowed just 4 H on 8 K and O R. Lot more in the tank for Reid. #PB #maFia
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.@UHCougarBB commit Diego Luzardo (2023, TX) takes a no hitter into the seventh inning. FB up to 90 mph, sharp slider away from righties. #PG17UWS
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My 18 day road trip ends with a World Series win! @_PBTexas 17U is making NOISE! First a playoff appearance at the @PBRTournaments NPI, then quarterfinals at the @PerfectGameUSA WWBA, & now @followaabc Don Mattingly World Series Champs! Rep’n ETX bigger than anyone ever has! #PB.
Performance Baseabll Texas (20-5-2) wins the AABC Don Mattingly World Series with a sweep and a 9-1 win in game 2. Wyatt Tucker struck out 6 and allowed just 1 H and 1 R in the effort. Easton Loyd and Ben Harmon has 2 H a piece. #PB
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Performance Baseball would like to congratulate 2017 @ClemensKade on his Commitment to Panola #DudeCanHit @vtoolshow
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