Zack Forney '15 Recruiting Profile
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June 2014
Summer 2013 Game ...
June 2013Personal Statement
My name is Zack Forney, a class of 2015 catcher at Cary Grove High School in Cary, IL. Thank you for your time to review my profile. I’d like to take a moment to tell you a little bit more about me.
· Attending a college that values high education as well as sports is a priority for me.
Academically:
· 4.2 weighted GPA on a 4.0 scale
· Member of the National Honors Society
- 2014-2015 Illinois State Scholar and Prairie State Achievement Award recipient in Math & Science
· High Honor Roll every semester of high school
· Scored a 27 on the ACT
- Fox Valley Conference Academic All Conference
- IHSBCA Academic All State
Athletically:
· I have always been a team first player and that is echoed best by my high school coaches with the following quote that appeared in the CGHS football sports program;
o “Team first player that is one of the most consistent players in our program and a great example for all our players.”
· Verified pop times ranging between 1.90 and 2.0 (average of 1.95)
· Recorded 4th best pop time (1.96) and ranked 10th in overall catching performance at the February 16, 2014 Prep Baseball Report Illinois Preseason All- State Invite
· As a catcher I pride myself on keeping my pitchers in rhythm which among other things, includes playing strong defense (blocking), studying the scorebook in between innings so I know how we've pitched the upcoming lineup throughout the game, and talking with them between innings
· Starting middle linebacker and captain on Cary Grove football team (Class 7A state runner up)
- Fox Valley Conference All Conference Selection
- Daily Herald Fox Valley All Area Honorable Mention
- Perfect Game Midwest All Region Honorable Mention
· 4 year member of the Pro Player Canes travel team
I have prepared a highlight video containing some game and showcase footage from this past summer that you can view within my profile or at http://youtu.be/HazkCIC8CxY.
Again, thank you for taking the time to review my profile.
Athletics
High School Information
- Years w/ Varsity
- 2 years
- Varsity Starter
- 2 years
- 2015 Varsity Team
- Starter- Jersey: #9
Individual Awards
- 1st Team All-Conference, Honorable Mention All-Area, PG All Midwest Region Honorable Mention, Academic All Conference, Academic All State
Team Awards
- Conference Champs, Regional 2nd Place
- 2014 Varsity Team
- Starter- Jersey: #23
- 2013 Sophomore Team
- Starter- Jersey: #5
Team Awards
- Conference Champs
- 2012 Freshman Team
- Starter- Jersey: #5
Team Awards
- Conference 3rd Place
Club Information
- Seasons of Club Experience
- 4 seasons
- 2015 Pro Player Canes (18U)
- 2014 Pro Player Canes (17U)
- 2013 McHenry County Hurricanes (16u)
- 2012 McHenry County Hurricanes (15u)
Coach References
- Travel / Club Coach
- Tug Gillingham
Events
- Camp/Event
- PBR Illinois Preseason Showcase
- 2/16/14 to 2/16/14
- Finished with the 4th best pop time - 1.96. Blocks and receives well. Showed solid catch and release skills. Pop times were in the 1.96-2.02 range. Arm works short, from over the top. At the plate hits from a tall, even stance. Takes a medium stride. Hands work well in the swing and showed the ability to create solid barrel whip. Exit velocity off a tee was 78 mph.
- Camp/Event
- Illinois State High School Showcase Camp
- 8/10/13 to 8/10/13
- Very quick release and good accuracy - you have a chance to be a high-level catch and throw guy. From an offensive standpoint, your swing is in pretty good shape mechanically. Pop Times: 1.98, 1.99, 2.00
- Camp/Event
- Prep Baseball Report: Beloit Prospect ID
- 8/06/13 to 8/06/13
- Average build, some athleticism, 5-foot-9, 145-pound catcher. Showed good footwork behind the plate, solid agility, mechanically sound blocking the baseball. Arm worked in a short arm action, over the top arm slot 73 mph from the crouch. Offensively hits from a tall narrow stance, smooth load, short stride. Lower half showed occasional involvement, excellent balance through contact. Compact swing, stays inside the baseball well, quiet throughout, highly repeatable. Short path with some extension. 75 mph exit velocity, 7.71 runner in the 60
- Camp/Event
- Northwestern University - 2013 Wildcat Elite High School Showcase
- 7/31/13 to 7/31/13
- Pop times were 1.95-2.08
Training
- Davis Speed Center
- 2 years
Statistics
| Statistic | 2013 Sophomore Team | 2013 McHenry County | 2012 McHenry County |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avg. | .425 | .395 | .324 |
| GP/GS | 13 | 27 | |
| AB | 40 | 43 | 68 |
| H | 13 | 9 | 22 |
| 2B | 4 | 8 | 4 |
| 3B | 0 | 0 | |
| HR | 0 | 0 | |
| RBI | 13 | 8 | 11 |
| BB | 9 | 13 | 11 |
| HBP | 1 | 1 | |
| SO | 7 | 4 | 9 |
| OB% | .531 | .517 | .425 |
| SB/Attempts | 0 | 9/10 | |
| Team Record | 26-2 | 20-14 | |
| Errors | 1 | 1 | |
| CS/SBA | threw out 20 of 23 runners | ||
| R | 23 | ||
| SLG% | .382 | ||
| PO | 82 | ||
| Assists | 20 | ||
| Fielding % | .990 |
Academics
Grades
Test Scores
High School Information
Academic Accomplishments
Are you in honor classes?
Yes. Honors ChemistryAre you in AP/IB classes?
Yes. AP PhysicsRegistered with the NCAA Eligibility Center?
YesAwards and Activities
- AwardsElected to the National Honor Society (October 2013) High Honor roll - Freshman year semesters 1 & 2 High Honor roll - Sophomore year semester 1 & 2 High Honor roll - Junior year semester 1&2 High Honor roll - Senrior year semester 1 2014-2015 Illinois State Scholar 2014-2015 Prairie State Achievement award in Math and Science 2015 Fox Valley Conference - Academic All Conference 2015 IHSBCA Academic All State
- ActivitiesNational Honors Society LINK Crew (in school mentoring program)
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