Diamond Prospects

Former DP participant and employee Geoffrey Gilbert joined our Austin Alexander while taking a break from his job as a reliever in the New York Yankees organization. Gilbert racked up nearly every prep award that is issued before success at Clemson and he continues getting outs as a pro. Check out the Bishop England grads take on every level ofbaseball that he has played and still has a pulse for!

May 21, 2025 - The Bullpen Show - Playoff Train Rolls On, Season II, dp Chat 38 (34:35): Playoff fever is in full bloom and DP's Austin Alexander & Cory Welch work through plenty of postseason ground in every classification

Our latest podcast of the new year recaps where we’ve been, how teams are preparing now and what they envision for the upcoming spring season. Also a discussion of variables that could arise and mention of some things most people have not thought about The panel joining DP's Austin Alexander was Bo Charpia (Summerville HS), Dale Nelson (Hillcrest HS) and Tim Perry from (Airport HS)

In this week’s episode of The DP Bullpen, host AA sits down with T.L. Hanna’s standout baseball players, Seth Manning and Will Craddock, alongside Coach Cory Welch. 🧢⚾ From middle school rivals to close teammates, Seth and Will share their personal journeys in baseball, the role of technology in their development, and their favorite high school moments. Coach Welch dives into what makes T.L. Hanna a powerhouse for talent, while the players reflect on their commitment to South Carolina and the importance of keeping the game fun. Get ready for an episode packed with laughs, insights, and a look into the camaraderie and competitive spirit that fuels their success.

High-decorated prep star turned Clemson Freshman All-American LHP Geoffrey Gilbert joined the dp desk to discuss the following: What are you up to during down time? Now - Covid2020 - Next? Work habits, inner-drive, advice... Bishop England & High School vs College Goals at Clemson, future? Starter vs Bullpen How was Clemson the best fit for you?

At the first of July, dp's Austin Alexander & Cory Welch discussed the status of where we have been, where we are & where we are going! Summer Showcase (CIU) & players who stood out Coaching demands by dp staff in last month-green light to play! Player Rankings - Always a difficult thing to publish! Palmetto Games - How it began plus site & date change (Players, video) Fall League update... 

dp's Austin Alexander spent some time on Friday chatting it up with Wednesday night 1st Rounder Carmen Mlodzinski, the conversation went so well that it turned into our next podcast. During the time with the South Carolina RHP & Hilton Head HS product, we covered the following topics: How you got the word that you would be a millionaire, emotions Oldest brother of three pitchers, growing up in your home, competition Injuries & dp experiences, what led you to USC? USC, life there & word to recruits Different pronunciations of your last name? No social media, in 2020, really? What is next for you, your goals?

After a ton of calls and work to create Plan B-Z, here is what we have arrived at for our Summer Showcase: June 10-11, Columbia International University, Government Guidelines Updated format FREE options for participants Waiver NEEDED, print + bring New deadline, May 31 Dedication to HS players in our state Info going forward on DP & social media

North Greenville skipper Landon Powell joined dp's Austin Alexander recently to take us down memory lane, which was a long enjoyable ride with someone who has done so much in his life before the age of of 40. Some of the topics covered:  Family at beach during virus, his health & update on current team From Little League to Big Leagues, CWS, injuries, etc Draft loopholes, Scott Boras & Landon's draft experience The Perfect Game - a Mother's Day treat for the ages North Greenville baseball, transfer U Best baseball memories  Crystal ball for future

MLB agent Lee Long of The Ballengee Group & DP’s Austin Alexander recently Zoomed to cover an array of topics ranging from: Easter to Mother’s Day with family  Background & different hats worn  Spring Training pre + post Covid 19  MLB now, the future & upcoming draft  Role & differences between advisor + agent  Breaking News  Baseball stories & relationships over the years   Outtakes

dp’s Austin Alexander & Will Cheatham had an awesome chat with San Diego closer Emilio Pagan in May regarding a myriad of topics, among those: EP with fam during downtime Cheat & AA history with Emilio Golfing Lies Rise to MLB & Puerto Rico in World Baseball Classic, plus throwing to Yadier What motivated, still drive him Philosophy on mentality ie toiling in the minors vs succeeding in The Show with various roles Now What?

DP's Austin Alexander spent some time recently with Coastal Carolina Associate Head Coach Kevin Schnall to cover a lot of ground ranging from:  Downtime during Covid19 Childhood to Coaching Son of NFL Coach Update on skipper Gary Gilmore National Championship & family tragedy + triumphs Greatest memories in the game

Austin Alexander & Cory Welch discussed a number of topics with Student Assistant Coach at The University of South Carolina, Sawyer Bridges. The final week of college/exams Reflecting on roles/responsibilities of a student coach How Bridges' became a Gamecock Memories at Summerville HS & 2016 Title Various Roles in college career Mentors in Sawyer’s career

DP's Austin Alexander & Barry Mabry had an awesome discussion with the 'Godfather of South Carolina Travel Baseball' himself John Rhodes, aka The Head Devil! Info about what got him into baseball & how travel ball abounded from his vision Impact he made on the two people interviewing him, plus countless others The Diamond Devil Way, expectations then memories too Closure with a blooper or two!

DP's Austin Alexander sat down with his mentor Hall of Fame skipper Tim Wallace at Spartanburg Methodist College. An array of topics spanned from: Tim's childhood & baseball background as a player How coaching career began What's going on now vision forward Best memories & stories in baseball on & off the field, including Bo Jackson Plus legit locker room pranks...

Jason Gross - South Carolina Director of USSSA Baseball: In less than an hour with DP's Austin Alexander Gross covered topics spanning from-  Family & Covid19 / His team 11U team and what is NOW for them + others / Love of baseball & relationships that stem from it / USSSA Outlook,  what is the NEXT no one can answer...

Austin Alexander & Cory Welch discussed the “All-Decade Bracket Challenge” with members of the 2018 Dorman HS team: HC Jack Jolly, Tanner McCallister & Jack Hennessy. 16,000 total votes Key moments of the 2018 season Catchers X3 Memories from Jolly, McCallister & Hennessy Recognition of the Dorman roster Closing thought from Coach Jack Jolly

Coach Monte Lee at Clemson University covers ground with DP's Austin Alexander. Groceries NCAA rulings on eligibility 35 man roster 11.7 scholarships MLB Draft Staff & Next / Summer Camps / Relationships on campus Dabo / Can't Miss Impersonations / DP Wrap

Coach Monte Lee at Clemson University covers ground with DP's Austin Alexander. Family during Covid19 Path to Clemson History of HS career to Now / This Spring Now Next

DP's Austin Alexander goes through a poll revisit of something that no HS game had seen in our lifetime! We spoke to HC’s Brian Hucks & Barry Mizzell plus a guy who has spent a little time in both dugouts, Banks Faulkner. Upcoming Voting That Iconic 2013 Series Vote Away.