Brendan Dougherty

doughertybrendan-head.jpgCoaches Corner-Brendan Dougherty: Coastal Carolina assistant Brendan Dougherty began his collegiate playing career by winning a JUCO National Championship and every stop since then has been no stranger to success either. After transferring to Coastal and at the conclusion of his time as a Chanticleer infielder, Dougherty embarked on a life in coaching that has brought him back to the coast and to his alma mater. Dougherty recently took some time for DP to answer some questions for our viewers, enjoy his responses! To view, click here.

Art Inabinet

inabineta-head08.jpgCoaches Corner-Art Inabinet: Francis Marion skipper Art Inabinet (right) recently took some time for Diamond Prospects to speak on topics ranging from his Junior College background to his thoughts on how the recent NCAA rules for Division I schools will effect DII programs. To view DP's spotlight on Inabinet, click here.

DP Video

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Palmetto Games Video: Courtesy of 1018 Productions, we introduce our first piece of video on the website, a landmark day for DP! In time we look to completely advance our amount of live clips on Diamond Prospects, for now, enjoy some footage from August 16-17 at the Palmetto Games, our biggest event to date! To view, click on image (left).

Do the right thing

dp_logo1.pngAl's View-It's about the kids: The years will come and go but it's the true patron's of our sport that make a difference with tomorrow's leaders. Al Hudson jumps into the time machine and has dredged up an old story that is very relevant in today's game, especially among those who "win at all costs". To view, click here.

David Beckley

beckleyd-head08.jpgCoaches Corner-David Beckley: The Citadel's David Beckley (right) starred as a prep at Stratford HS then spent time as an all-conference collegiate infielder for the Bulldogs. He found his future niche in the coaching profession with high school stops at James Island, Barnwell and Berkeley before returning home to the military academy over the past eight baseball seasons. In his Diamond Spotlight, the Bulldog recruiting coordinator provides DP readers responses on a number of questions. To get to know Beckley better, click here.

Palmetto Games III

dp_palmetto_games_red_black1.jpgjackson.bobby.jpgPalmetto Games Awards, 1st's and DP Accolades: As we always do following an event, DP has compiled an award list for players, scouts and college coaches. We've also crunched the numbers and have produced our first "All-Palmetto Games Team". To view our breakdown from this past weekend at USC's Sarge Frye Field, click here. (Right, Gaffney's Bobby Jackson)

Palmetto Games II

hanna.chris.jpgdp_palmetto_games_red_black1.jpgRecap-Palmetto Games: Rarely does an event live up to its billing, much less exceed expectations...but that is exactly what became the theme this weekend at Diamond Prospects' Inaugural Palmetto Games! To view more, click here. (Left, Stratford's Chris Hanna)

Palmetto Games I

pitch.hallb.jpgdp_palmetto_games_red_black1.jpgDP's Palmetto Games coverage: What a weekend we had at USC's Sarge Frye Field! Speed, power, glovemen, legit arms galore, premier committed players and the stars of tomorrow...in addition to 75+ college coaches and pro scouts all in one place to be a part of our very first Palmetto Games! Stay tuned this week as we recap the event game-by-game, unveil our new video capabilities and provide box scores from each contest. (Right, TL Hanna's Brooks Hall)

 Game 1 / Game 2 / Game 3 / Game 4 / Game 5 / Game 6

 

Recruiting Correspondence

dp_logo1.pngThe art of receiving and returning recruiting calls: When college coaches and pro scouts begin making calls to prospective players or draftees, there are a number of variables that they weigh in on after they have already determined that the kid is worthy talent-wise...While many of our readers are facing immediate college decisions, this article by DP is an attempt to better-inform the player on a topic most teen-agers give little thought to. To view, click here.

Kevin Schnall

schnallk-head08.jpgCoaches Corner-Kevin Schnall: Coastal Carolina has enjoyed a high level of success with Kevin Schnall (right) in a Chanticleer uniform, first as a player and over the past eight years as an assistant coach. Schnall is now the recruiting coordinator at Coastal and spent some time this week for DP's readers to know him better, both as a coach and a person. To view, click here.

Practice Plan

bennettp-pelicanshead08.jpgPracticing with a Purpose: Paul Bennett (left) began the season with Single-A Myrtle Beach and found some time this week as a member of the Triple-A Richmond Braves for Diamond Prospects. From his hotel room, he pulled together a series of articles for us to relay to our viewers starting with this one dealing with how a player can best maximize his practice time. To view, click here.

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Baseball Stuff

mizika.will.jpgMuzika gives verbal to Paladins: Dorman High INF/OF Will Muzika (right) gave a verbal commitment to Furman University on Friday.

dp_logo1.pngDP's Fall Showcase info: On November 8-9 at Blythewood HS, Diamond Prospects will conduct our annual fall showcase for un-signed seniors and underclassmen. It is an open event for graduates in the 2009, 2010, 2011 and 2012 graduates. Sign-up information is now available! To view, click here. Note: The discounted showcase deadline is September 15th.

On Deck: The South Carolina Diamond Devils were in Chicago this past weekend and played a game at Wrigley Field on Saturday; one player, a coach and a parent have kept a journal of the experience and we we'll provide that for you this week... DP's Q and A with USC Upstate assistant Russell Triplett and Francis Marion assistant Sean Heffernan... A Day in the Life of College Baseball Coaches, we've surveyed a number of coaches to chronicle their daily routines, time demands and the toll it takes on their personal lives during the spring, summer and fall...

Baseball Birthday: Gil Meche-1978

Quote of the Week: "Life is precious and time is a key element. Let's make every moment count and help those who have a greater need than our own." Harmon Killebrew

 
Recent Commitments
WitherspoonT-headDP.JPGWitherspoon commits to Georgia Southern: Spartanburg Methodist outfielder Travis Witherspoon (right) verbally committed to the Eagles on Wednesday night. Witherspoon is a 2007 graduate of Sumter High School.

HannaR-stance.jpgHanna bound for C of C: Spartanburg Methodist first baseman Ross Hanna (left) committed to the Cougars on Tuesday afternoon. Hanna prepped at Dorman and played last spring at Erskine College.

Traylor to Wofford: Spartanburg High School senior RHP Ryan Traylor recently gave the Terriers a verbal commitment.

powell.christian.jpgCougars commit Powell: Greenwood High RHP Christian Powell (right) gave a verbal commitment to The College of Charleston on Monday night. Powell will receive pro interest in the spring and was arguably the top available arm in the Class of 2009.

Jackson gives verbal to Fire Ants: Christ Church HS OF/RHP Matthew Jackson verbally committed to USC Sumter on Monday night.

MinceyP-finish.JPGMincey to USC: Spartanburg Methodist RHP Patrick Mincey (right) verbally committed to the Gamecocks on Thursday afternoon. Mincey was DP's Pitcher of the Year during his senior campaign at Hartsville and won the same award this spring as a freshman for the Pioneers.

jackson.bobby.jpgJackson verbals with Spartans: Gaffney High School RHP Bobby Jackson (left) gave a verbal commitment to USC Upstate on Tuesday night. Jackson had recently emerged as one of the top available arms in the senior class.

moore.matthew.jpgMoore picks Wofford: Belton-Honea Path shortstop Matthew Moore (right) made a verbal commitment to the Terriers on Tuesday night. The slick-fielding Moore is among the top players in the Class of 2009.

Carter to Erskine: Byrnes High side-winding, right-hander Kit Carter gave a verbal commitment to the Flying Fleet on Monday afternoon.

ward.kyle.jpgWard is Buccaneer bound: Georgetown High School LHP/1B Kyle Ward (left)) gave a verbal commitment to Charleston Southern on Thursday afternoon.

watts.dre.jpgWatts will play at C of C: Laurens High School two-way standout Dre Watts (right) gave a verbal commitment to the Cougars on Sunday afternoon. Watts is among the top-ranked players in the 2009 class and had one of the most dominating performances at the Palmetto Games.

Anderson verbals with Fire Ants: Hillcrest High School outfielder Dominique Anderson gave a verbal commitment to USC Sumter on Wednesday morning.

weatherford.reggie.jpgWeatherford commits to Pioneers: Lake City infielder Reggie Weatherford (left) gave a verbal commitment to Spartanburg Methodist on Tuesday night.

KoumasF-sign.JPGKoumas going to USC: Lugoff-Elgin High School RHP Forrest Koumas made a verbal commitment to the Gamecocks on Monday night. Koumas is presently ranked by DP as the #3 right-hander and #5 player overall in the Class of 2010.

MogrezuttArt-stance07.jpgCougars land Mogrezutt: Spartanburg Methodist infielder Arturo Mogrezutt gave a verbal commitment to the College of Charleston on Monday night. Mogrezutt prepped at Easley High School.

HollerJ-balance07.jpgHoller to C of C: USC Sumter two-way standout Jamie Holler (right) gave a verbal commitment to the College of Charleston on Monday afternoon. Holler, who prepped at Northwestern HS, led Region X this spring in batting average and ranked second in K's on the mound.

palka.daniel.jpgPalka is Clemson bound: Greer High School LHP/1B Daniel Palka (left) gave a verbal commitment to the Tigers this weekend. Palka, the first 2010 grad to commit, is DP's #1-ranked left-handed pitcher and #2 player overall in his class.

Bumgardner gives verbal to Upstate: Great Falls two-way standout Gaither Bumgardner made a verbal commitment to USC Upstate on Sunday night. Bumgardner has come on recently as one of the top RHP's in the Class of 2009.

del_pino.stefan.jpgDorman's del Pino commits to Coastal: Cavalier LHP Stefan del Pino (right) made a verbal commitment to Coastal Carolina on Friday night. The southpaw is among the top arms in the Class of 2009.

kirkland.jake.jpgKirkland commits to Erskine: Dorman High INF Jake Kirkland (left) gave a verbal commitment to the Flying Fleet on Thursday afternoon.

 
Diamond Info

P-15's eliminated: Sumter was ousted from the American Legion World Series on Monday night. For more, click here.

Sumter advances to World Series: The P-15's defeated the host team from Shelby 4-3 in dramatic fashion on Monday night after emerging from the loser's bracket. For more info, click here.

PriceM-finish.JPGPrice twirls regional no-no: Sumter's Matt Price (left) threw a no-hitter against Fort Pierce, FL in the Southeast Regional Saturday to advance Post 15. For more, click here.

Mauldin's Cox perseveres through loss: The Greenville News recently ran an article on the the passing of Chris Cox's grandfather. To view, click here.

Sumter wraps up Legion title: Post 15 concluded another American Legion state championship run on Sunday with a 9-7 win over Goose Creek at Legion Field in Florence, Tyler Smith paced the Sumter offense. Goose Creek's Aaron Preston was named the tourney MVP. For more info, click here.

District 7 wins Big League World Series: South Carolina District 7 defeated Puerto Rico 5-4 in walk-off fashion Saturday on ESPN! For more info, click here.

celekb-stance08.jpgDiamond Devils 17u upend 18u Devils for title: On Friday at Patriots Point, the 17u South Carolina Diamond Devils defeated their older team twice to claim the 2008 CABA 18u Wood Bat World Series crown. The 18's had run through the week-long tournament undefeated but fell victim to the 17's 12-8 and 12-9 to earn the program's second national championship this month. Award winners for the tourney: MVP-Brison Celek (DD 17, Bishop England HS, left), Most Outstanding Pitcher-Greg Harrison (DD 17, Hilton Head HS) and Most Outstanding Hitter-Evan Marzilli (DD 17, Bishop Hendrickson HS, RI).

Diamond Devils claim WWBA crown; Cisco, Aldrich honored: Last week the South Carolina Diamond Devils ddchampspg08.jpgwon their pool in a 192 team field. By virtue of earning a berth into the next round after a rain-infested spell in Atlanta, they won five consecutive games on Monday to nail down the 17u Perfect Game title en route to their third National Championship! Individual accolades went out to Wando HS teammates Drew Cisco and Daniel Aldrich for Most Valuable Pitcher and Player Awards, respectively.

lakes-head.jpgLake returns to CSU: After accepting the position Saturday, Charleston Southern officially named Stuart Lake (left) as their new head coach on Monday morning. Lake was a player for the Buccaneers until 1994 and has coached at The Citadel, Ole Miss, College of Charleston and South Carolina before taking the CSU post. For more, click here.

DiamondDevilLogo.gifDiamond Devils post 32 runs: On Saturday morning against the Georgia Cobras, the SC Diamond Devils threw up a 32-5 victory at South Cobb HS. They set a WWBA record with their offensive output in the 5 inning win en route to outscoring all but four other clubs during pool play, but it took the others 4+ games to eclipse that total.

aw251.jpgBombers place third, Westmoreland claims award: The South Carolina Bombers recorded a third place finish in the 18u World Wood Bat Championships held in Marietta, GA. After an undefeated run through eight games, they lost in the Final Four to eventual champion Flordia Bombers. Brookland-Cayce's Adam Westmoreland (right) took home the Most Valuable Pitcher Award for the tourney after tossing two complete game shutouts during the week.

leemonte-head.jpgLee accepts top job at alma mater: USC recruiting coordinator Monte Lee (left) will be the next head coach at the College of Charleston. On Tuesday, the Gamecock assistant was offered, and accepted, the top job at the school that he starred for between 1996-1999. Thursday the hiring was announced at a morning press conference. For more, click here.

Daily Feature: Each day last week, the Spartanburg Herald Journal featured a professional baseball player with ties to the Upstate. DP will link you to each interesting excerpt about life in pro ball and some names you may know: Marcus McBeth / Jared Locke / Kevin Lynn / Brad Correll / Charles Vartanian / Chris Nowak / Lee Gronkiewicz

Landrum's Henson takes North Greenville post: For the past nine seasons, Travis Henson has been the Landrum Cardinals' skipper. On Monday he accepted the top baseball job at North Greenville College. For more, click here.

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