| Player: Troy Southisene | |||||||||||
| School: Basic Academy (NV) | Position(s): SS | ||||||||||
| Height: 5’10” | Weight: 170 lbs. | Bats: Right | Throws: Right | ||||||||
| Summary: The third Southisene brother to enter the draft conversation and fourth quality ballplayer out of Basic Academy in Nevada, Troy brings a profile that stands on its own merits rather than riding the family name. The instincts and feel for the game show up immediately — a short, quick all-fields swing with quality bat-to-ball ability and pull-side pop give the offensive profile a legitimate foundation, and the competitive makeup that runs in the family translates clearly to how he plays the game. Defensively, the range and reads at both shortstop and center field are advanced, and the arm plays at either spot. The quicker feet and instinctive actions give him tools to work with regardless of where the position ultimately settles, and the versatility between the middle infield and center field keeps multiple paths open as the profile develops. The defensive ceiling will sharpen with more looks and as the physical maturity clarifies the best long-term fit. The offensive and defensive tools give the profile a high floor with room to grow. How the power develops alongside the frame and where the defense ultimately lands will drive the projection conversation, but the feel for the game and competitive edge are already present. | |||||||||||
Shaun Kernahan is the founder and lead writer of Three Quarter Slot, where he blends scouting precision with a storyteller’s eye for the human side of the game. Based in Parker, Colorado, he has covered baseball prospects at every level since 2013, delivering in-depth evaluations, draft analysis, and developmental insight. Over the years, he has built Three Quarter Slot into a trusted home for thoughtful prospect coverage, detailed scouting reports, and a grounded look at how talent evolves
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