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2024 La Crosse Loggers Baseball There ’ s No Place Like Copeland

Luke Vaks

Pitcher | West Chester | Mays Landing , NJ
Report : 2022 ( COLLEGE OF CHARLESTON ): Made four appearances out of the bullpen ... struck out four batters in three innings pitched ... fanned one in a scoreless frame against Penn ( Mar . 9 ) ... recorded two strikeouts in one and one-third against UMass Lowell ( Mar . 12 ) 2021 ( OLD DOMINION ): Pitched two shutout innings with three strikeouts in his first career start ... pitched in five games with two starts .
Junior Right / Right 6-1 | 195

MADDAX PECK

Pitcher | BYU | Riverton , Utah
Freshman Right / Right 6-2 | 175
Report : Maddax Peck ’ s journey to BYU is as diverse as his skill set , rooted in a family tradition of athleticism and service . Born to Jackson and Mindy Peck , Maddax inherits a legacy of sportsmanship , with his father , Jackson , having played football at Southern Utah , and his brother , Maxton , currently excelling in baseball at Salt Lake Community College . Beyond the field , Maddax ’ s commitment to community shines through his endeavors , from repairing homes for the Little Miracles charity to umpiring for the Nixonstrong foundation , supporting children battling cancer . Prior to his collegiate career , Maddax honed his talents at Bingham High School under the tutelage of legendary baseball coach Joey Sato and football Hall of Famer Dave Peck . His achievements speak volumes , including being named a Second Team High School All-American by Collegiate Baseball in 2023 , and earning recognition as a top-100 RHP prospect nationally by Perfect Game the same year . Noteworthy accolades such as being named to the All-State First Team by Deseret News in 2023 and being crowned Bingham High School ’ s Male Athlete of the Year in the same year underscore Maddax ’ s exceptional abilities . With a remarkable blend of athleticism , academic excellence , and a heart for service , Maddax Peck is poised to make a lasting impact both on and off the field at BYU .

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Sophomore Right / Right 6-0 | 180

Matthew Miura

Outfield | Hawaii | Honolulu , O ‘ ahu
Report : In his freshman year ( 2023 ), Matt Miura made his mark on the Big West Commissioner ’ s Honor Roll , featuring in 23 games with 14 starts , primarily in left field and as designated hitter . With a batting average of . 222 , he contributed 10 runs and three doubles , showcasing his speed by tying for the team lead with four stolen bases . Notable performances included a standout game against UConn , where he doubled , scored three runs , and stole two bases . His ability to work the count was evident with three walks against the same opponent the following day . Amidst a six-game stretch , he delivered his third double , anchoring his consistency at the plate . Outside college , his high school career at Maryknoll School was equally impressive , culminating in a second-team All-Hawai ‘ i accolade as a senior in 2022 , alongside second-team all-state recognition and a first-team All-ILH selection . Throughout his high school tenure , Matt demonstrated prowess with the bat , tallying notable statistics and earning accolades , hinting at a promising future in collegiate baseball .