Catchers

[War Eagles]

Who are the best catchers in the state regardless of classification?

[wes_c_addle]

Josh Liles of USJ, and Matthew Bird of Lexington stand out in the west.

[diamond<>cutter]

this will a surprize to many...but as a sophmore, he wont' impress you much yet, as he hasn't filled out, and the power numbers aren't there. but Drew Brown from McKenzie has to be a pretty good standout catcher. He's called the games since he's started as a freshmen, yes that's right he calls his own games. Not to mention he's caught some pretty good pitching with Drew Hayes being arguably the best pitcher in the state, but certainly in west tenn. if he fills out more (as he will) body wise, and will work hard at the offensive side, he'll be a solid pickup in 2 years for any college team.

[deviledhornet]

Trey Lucas Knox Halls .564 BA 15 HR and 54 RBI Class 3A

[baseballa181]

Brandon Vernon of Overton...has a pop time that rivals most pro's

[CUBCADET]

Who are the best catchers in the state regardless of classification?

Warren County's Josh bratcher is as good as they come..He is solid behind the plate , and can throw to any base accurately..Also a very good hitter...tough out at the plate and real good in the clutch..This kid just sets back there, stays still to give blue a good look and has never turned around to question a ball/ strike call that I know of ..Umps appreciate that..I know there are alot of good catchers in the state, but this kid deserves to be mentioned with the best...going to make some college a very good player next year..

[davidlimbaugh]

Warren County's Josh bratcher is as good as they come..He is solid behind the plate , and can throw to any base accurately..Also a very good hitter...tough out at the plate and real good in the clutch..This kid just sets back there, stays still to give blue a good look and has never turned around to question a ball/ strike call that I know of ..Umps appreciate that..I know there are alot of good catchers in the state, but this kid deserves to be mentioned with the best...going to make some college a very good player next year..

 

Is he finally a senior this year? It has been fun watching him play the past 6 or 7 years

[confounded]

Is he finally a senior this year? It has been fun watching him play the past 6 or 7 years

 

 

Vernon at Overton is the best no doubt. Trey Stewart at Shelbyville not far behind. Stewart's not hitting well but defensively he's big strong, blocks balls, blocks plate, throws strong. The hitting could come any day.

[PrepFanatic]

Josh Liles of USJ, and Matthew Bird of Lexington stand out in the west.

 

Bird is a defensive stud behind the plate.

[catsbackr]

Tim Markum from Ooltewah has to be among the state's best. He is an absolute WALL behind the plate and has a cannon for an arm.

[tnvols1043]

 

Josh Liles,USJ, is hands down the best catcher. his techniques resemble those in the pros.

[Gocart]

Liles is as quick down the first base line to back up the throw as anyone I've seen. He'll often get there even with the base runner, and in full catchers gear no less.