In most cases, stats at the 12u level are not indicators of future success. The fields are small, the competition is weak, the players are not physically mature and there’s simply too many variables to predict what’s real.
On the flip side, sometimes players simply rise above and their play is impossible to ignore. In the case of 12-year-old Robbie Mascia out of Commack, NY – it just might be real. The catcher for the Long Island Rebels had a season that is hard to comprehend. This is just his Perfect Game tournaments, which is higher-end talent than any league.
12u Robert Mascia (Commack, NY) continues his hot weekend with this absolute 💣 to dead center. Line drive straight over the batters eye. @PGMidAtlantic #AllStateGames pic.twitter.com/QjRomX001A
— Perfect Game Youth (@PGYouthBB) November 21, 2021
Games Played: 53
AVG: .619
HR: 24
2B: 7
3B: 3
RBI: 69
Runs Scored: 65
SB: 33
OPS: 2.006
He was named to 18 All-Tournament teams and won MVP twice. In one tournament, he went 11-for-12 but was not named MVP since his team did not win. His team was virtually unbeatable all season and he was atop the reasons why. He is only in 6th grade, so he will not be eligible to even play middle school ball until 2023.
I had a chance to speak with him and here’s what he had to say…
Who are your favorite players in Major League Baseball?
Aaron Judge, Shohei Ohtani and Gerrit Cole
Who are some people that have had a positive impact on your career?
My dad, all my Rebel coaches – Steve, Tom and Sean. Perfect Game’s Adam Holland and my grandpa.
What has been your most thrilling moment on a baseball field?
Winning my first Perfect Game and being named MVP.
What do you attribute the success to in 2021?
I worked really hard in the months leading up to my 2021 season. During this time, I met my hitting coach Reyes whose instruction and drills really helped me at the plate.
What are your goals for 2022?
I want to keep working hard. I want to compete with my team in our upcoming PG Regional and National tournaments. I want to help put the Rebels on the map.
Who are some teammates you’ve grown close with?
All of my teammates are amazing. We have the best time together. I have played with Cooper S, Ronan K, Connor U, Luke K and JP the longest and we have definitely come a long way together.
Favorite meal?
Cheeseburgers
Favorite holiday?
Christmas
Favorite musical artist?
Don’t have one in particular
Favorite app on your phone?
