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As Arizona’s students enjoy their spring break, high school baseball takes center stage with remarkable performances from talented young athletes. This week features standout players like Landon Hood, Sam Green, and Soren Etheridge, who are making headlines with their impressive skills on the field. As the competition heats up, the anticipation grows for the upcoming Boras Classic, showcasing the best talents in Arizona high school baseball.

Exciting Week for Arizona High School Baseball as Spring Break Kicks Off

Arizona is buzzing with excitement as students dive into their well-deserved spring break, and high school baseball is heating up! Coaches, players, family, and friends are all keeping their eyes glued to the diamond as we celebrate the top talent on the field for Week 2. Right now, Arizona’s young athletes are making headlines with some truly awe-inspiring performances. So, let’s take a closer look at the top ten players making waves this week!

1. Landon Hood – Canyon View, P, Sr.

Leading the pack this week is Landon Hood, a senior pitcher from Canyon View. He threw an impressive shutout against Horizon, striking out a whopping 12 batters in the process. What a way to showcase his talent! With a jaw-dropping 0.00 ERA after just two starts, his opponents better be wary!

2. Sam Green – Pinnacle, INF, Jr.

Next up, we have Sam Green from Pinnacle. This junior infielder had a fantastic outing, going an impressive 3-for-3 at bat with a double and scoring two runs in a triumph over Queen Creek. His ability to help his team secure victories is definitely putting him in the spotlight.

3. Soren Etheridge – Phoenix Country Day, RHP/INF, So.

Another player making headlines this week is Soren Etheridge. This sophomore not only pitched a phenomenal seven-inning no-hitter but also struck out 17 batters during a solid 5-0 win against Chandler Prep. Talk about a once-in-a-lifetime performance!

4. Aldo Ohlmaier – Agua Fria, RHP/SS, Sr.

Aldo Ohlmaier is no stranger to standout performances. This senior brought his best to the plate, going 4-for-5 with two runs, an RBI, and even a stolen base. When he wasn’t hitting, he took the mound and pitched five innings while fanning seven batters with just two earned runs allowed.

5. Cayden Hammond – Highland, RHP/OF, Jr.

Cayden Hammond has proven to be a force on the field for Highland! This junior batted an amazing 5-for-8 throughout the week, including three doubles and two home runs, bringing in six RBIs and scoring five runs. He’s making a case to be one of the best!

6. Hector Silvain – Tucson Cholla, RHP, Jr.

Tucson Cholla has been on fire, and Hector Silvain is a big part of that success! To kick off their season with a strong 3-0 record, he pitched a stellar five innings in a 16-1 victory over Maricopa, striking out 10 batters. What a great start to the season!

7. Brock Cross – Lake Havasu, Utility, Sr.

Brock Cross is lighting up the scoreboard this week! This senior utility player drove in four runs during a flashy 20-0 win against North, then followed up with an even more impressive showing by hitting three home runs in another 16-1 win against Verrado. Talk about a hot streak!

8. Jax Minnis – Seton Catholic, OF, Sr.

Jax Minnis, an outfielder from Seton Catholic, showed off his hitting prowess by going 3-for-5 with three runs scored and four RBIs in a 13-4 victory over Pusch Ridge Christian Academy. His performance was key to securing the win!

9. Cole Rice – Casa Grande, 3B, Jr.

Another standout this week is Cole Rice. This junior third baseman racked up a whopping eight hits, including two home runs, while driving in seven RBIs during a perfect 4-0 week for his team.

10. Fernando Baldenegro – Parker, P, Jr.

Last but certainly not least, we have Fernando Baldenegro. This junior pitcher struck out an astounding 24 batters over two starts, covering 12.2 innings with two victories, allowing just seven hits and three earned runs. It’s safe to say he’s definitely one to watch!

With the Boras Classic starting just around the corner on Wednesday, it seems the action-packed week is just getting started! Let’s keep cheering on these talented athletes as they continue to showcase their skills on the high school baseball stage!

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