Just got word that Mark Heideman, 2012 OF, has signed to join his teammate Sanderson at Randoph-Macon University next year!  Congratulations boys and Go Braves!

Justin Cooper signs with Mary Washington

Christian Sanderson LHP/OF Jefferson Forest to Randolph Macon
Jeremy Walker RHP Miller HS to St. Andrews University
Greg Brownson   RHP/3B   Jefferson Forest HS  to Hampden Sydney College
Easton Riggs    1B/RHP  William Byrd  HS  to Mary Washington College
Justin Cooper  LHP/1B  Miller School    to  Mary Washington  College
Keeton Scales MIF/OF  Thomasdale HS  to Chowan College

Travis Burnette OF (2012) Commits to Longwood

The Braves are pleased to announce that fleet-footed centerfielder Travis Burnette (OF, 2012) has committed to play baseball at Longwood University where he will join Braves teammate C.J. Roth. “Travis is a special talent who is only just beginning to realize how good he can be,” according to Braves founder Jeff Roberts. “Coach Bolding’s Longwood Lancer program has produced some major league caliber outfielders and I think he might have another one to groom with Travis. Travis is a fantastic athlete and loves going to get ‘em in the outfield. We have seen glimpses of power at the plate over the last couple of seasons so I think he’s got all the tools Coach Bolding will need to mold another big leaguer.” Congratulations to Travis and his family and go Lancers!

Robbie Depp OF (2013) Commits to Norfolk State

The Braves are pleased to announce that long-time Braves slugger Robbie Depp (OF, 2012) has committed to play baseball at Norfolk State University. “The Spartans get a big time power threat with Robbie,” says Braves founder Jeff Roberts. “I expect Robbie to flourish under Coach Clark’s toutelage and I will not be surprised if he breaks most of the Spartans records for homers. I am doubly thrilled that Robbie is coming back home to Virginia to play in college. I want to see him hit some of those big flies in person.” Congratulations to Robbie and his family and go Spartans.

C.J. Roth SS/2B (2012) Commits to Longwood

The Braves are pleased to report that long-time Brave C.J. Roth (MIF, 2012) has committed to play college baseball at Longwood University. “C.J. is the embodiment of what hard work, persistence and teeth gritting determination can achieve” according to Braves founder Jeff Roberts. “Since joining the Braves program when he was 13 years old, C.J. has methodically improved his baseball skills and athleticism every season.  We admire him greatly for his fearlessness, hustle and loyalty but we admire him most for his resolute determination to play college baseball. Today C.J. is a Division I scholarship winner and a shining reminder to young players everywhere that hard work can turn dreams into reality .” Go Lancers!

Charlie Yorgen SS (2013) Commits to ECU

Charlie Yorgen (SS, 2013) has committed to play baseball for East Carolina University. The slick fielding shortstop from St. Christopher’s School in Richmond had considered several other schools before making his choice. “Charlie has a chance to make an impact right away at ECU”, according to Tommy Mayers, National Director of the Richmond Braves. “His footwork and arm actions are advanced. He will be in the mix from the start and if he delivers with his bat, he’s got a good chance to start for four years. Charlie’s also going to get much stronger and  his big upside will be hitting for more power in college.”  Congratulations to Charlie and his family.

Jason Stafford RHP (2012) Commits to VMI

Jason Stafford, at 6-7 right handed pitcher from Jefferson Forest High School has committed to play at Virginia Military Institute. ” Jason has big upside potential,”  says Tommy Mayers, National Director of the Richmond Braves. “Once he fills out his tall, angular frame he is going to be even more imposing than he is now on the mound. I am confident that the VMI staff will mold him into an eventual pro prospect and help him reach his full potential.” Congratulations to Jason and his family!

Dominic Fazio C (2012) Commits to High Point

The Richmond Braves are pleased to report that Dominic Fazio, a 2012 catcher from Pittsburgh and long time Richmond Braves prospect has committed to play at High Point University in North Carolina. “Dom has been as consistent as any player on the Braves over the last couple of years” says Braves team president, Tommy Mayers. “He is absolutely unflappable. Time after time he has come through in the clutch with a key hit or a shutdown outing on the mound. We are delighted he will be playing D1 baseball at High Point and look forward to watching his development as a catcher.” Congratulations to Dom and his family!

Bryce Harman LHP/1B (2013) Commits to ECU

The Richmond Braves are pleased to announce that Bryce Harman, a talented left-handed first baseman and pitcher from Chesterfield, Virginia has committed to play at East Carolina. “Bryce is going to make a big impact at the next level. He has worked hard to make himself a great power hitter,” says Braves co-founder Tommy Mayers. “Bryce’s size and power will play well at ECU. This is an excellent fit and we  know he will  flourish in Conference USA with the Pirates.”  Congratulations to Bryce and his family.

Austin Nicely LHP/1B (2013) Commits to Virginia

The first Richmond Brave in the class of 2013 to commit to play college baseball is Austin Nicely, a talented lefty from Spotswood High School who has committed to attend the University of Virginia. Nicely is expected to play both ways for the Cavaliers. “We are delighted that Austin is staying in state to play” says Braves founder Tommy Mayers. “He was heavily recruited by several of the top baseball schools in the south. He is an exceptional athlete with all the tools to become a top performer at the next level. Austin has the speed, power and arm strength to do it all and we are happy he’ll be playing nearby.” Congratulations to Austin and his family.