Welcome to the first edition of the Velo Report, where we break down this weekend’s most exciting moments in NCAA baseball. In this episode, we cover standout performances and college debuts from high school and collegiate athletes across the nation. Whether you’re a player, a parent, or a baseball fan, this post has everything you need to stay updated on the latest NCAA baseball highlights.

Episode Highlights

Dylan Vigue – Michigan Sets the Tone
In Puerto Rico, Michigan opened their season with a win over No. 2 Virginia in the Puerto Rico Challenge. Remote athlete Dylan Vigue took the mound and pitched five and one third innings, allowing six hits and recording three strikeouts while giving up two runs at a speed of 95 to 97 MPH. Recognized as the No. 2 MLB Draft prospect in the Big Ten, Vigue’s performance signals a strong start to the season.

Michael Lombardi – Two-Way Threat at Tulane
At Tulane, Michael Lombardi—training with VeloU since before its inception—showcased his dual abilities against Omaha.

• In Game 1, he led off as the designated hitter by going one-for-four with a triple into the right-center gap and sliding headfirst into third to record an RBI as Tulane won 12-10.
• In Game 2, Lombardi went two-for-four with a double and a stolen base before pitching in relief during the seventh and eighth innings, recording four strikeouts, one walk, and one earned run while touching 96 MPH.

Mario Pesca – Debuting Under Pressure
After transferring from St. John’s, Mario Pesca made his debut for Oklahoma State with two strong relief outings:

• Against Louisville, he pitched in relief and retired all three batters in the ninth inning to secure the win.
• In Game Three versus Texas, Pesca came in again, recording one strikeout and allowing one run.
  At 6’8”, Pesca is already showing his ability to perform in high-pressure situations.

Jimmy Keenan – Clutch Hitting for Wake Forest
Jimmy Keenan, a junior transfer from St. John’s, delivered a crucial pinch-hit double for Wake Forest in their game against Marist. Over the weekend, he also recorded four walks and two RBIs, adding a key spark for his team.

Marcel Kulik – A Standout Debut for Virginia Tech
Long-time VeloU athlete Marcel Kulik made his collegiate debut for Virginia Tech against Bucknell. He struck out the first two batters he faced, pushed his fastball to 94 MPH, and mixed in a slider spinning at 2900 RPM. Kulik’s debut performance offers a promising glimpse of his future at VT.

More Standout Performances
Additional key performances include:

• Bobby McBride (Le Moyne): Pitched one and two thirds innings of scoreless relief, recording two strikeouts with his fastball reaching 97 MPH.
• Nolan Nawrocki (South Carolina): In his SEC debut as a transfer from Clemson, Nawrocki went three-for-eight, including an RBI double and two stolen bases.
• Hunter Colagrande (Stony Brook): This freshman right-hander made his collegiate debut by striking out three consecutive hitters after allowing two baserunners.
• Debuts and solid contributions from Adonys Guzman, Adam Agresti, Quin McManmon, Matt Queen, Justin Trinidad, and Keni Frank round out an exciting weekend of college baseball.

What’s Next?
The NCAA baseball landscape is changing rapidly, with more debuts and breakout performances each week. Stay tuned for future episodes of the Velo Report as we continue to highlight the top talent and key moments shaping college baseball. And if you’re an athlete looking to improve your game, don’t miss VeloU’s two-week free remote training trial.