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2024 14U Northeast All-State Games (Invite Only)
Joseph Riso is a 2027 1B/LHP/OF with a 5-11 150 lb. frame from Wantagh, NY who attends Wantagh Senior. Lean, compact build with plenty of physical projection remaining. Primary first baseman, stays light and quick on his feet while working through the baseball. Funnels the ball cleanly with soft hands and gets rid of it quickly. Delivered accurate throws across the diamond while recording arm strength up to 70 mph across the diamond. Secondary left-handed pitcher, utilizes a full wind-up delivery from the middle of the rubber with a chest-high leg lift. Separates into a deeper arm path before releasing the ball from an extended three-quarters release. Gets directly over his front-side. Fastball showed short arm-side run, ultimately peaking at 76 mph. Mixed in a changeup with a bit of fade that killed spin successfully. Offers some upside as an arm. Left-handed hitter, starts in a wide stance with a high back elbow. Utilizes a toe-tap trigger for timing before working into a slightly downhill bat path. Rotates the hips with intent, creating extension out in front before impacting the baseball with good strength. Bat path can get lengthy at times. Produced several line drives to the pull-side during batting practice. Projects for more power with additional strength. Posted an exit velocity of 77 mph. Ran a 7.71 sixty-yard dash. Excellent student.