Switch pitchers who are good switch hitters

Are switch pitchers also switch hitters?

Yes, several switch pitchers have the ability to switch hit.
But, many switch pitchers bat left-handed only.

A few ambidextrous pitchers continued to switch hit in high school, while others decided to focus on hitting only right- or left-handed. Many switch pitchers, like Drew Vettleson, are solid left-handed hitters.

Some switch pitchers become "pitchers only" in high school – especially on summer teams.

List of ambidextrous pitchers who can switch hit

Marcus Garcia, Roseville HS 2013, Roseville, California

Garcia is a 6'2" switch pitcher who plays for Sierra College in Rocklin, CA.

Daulton Hopkins, Desert Christian HS 2014, Tucson, Arizona

A natural lefty who can pitch with both arms - plus he's a switch hitter.

Henry Knight, Franklin HS 2015, Seattle, Washington
Starting shortstop and ambidextrous pitcher on varsity since his freshman year. Commands four pitches from both sides. A natural switch hitter – with a .500 BA – who prefers to swing a wood bat.

Aubrey McCarty, Coquitt County HS 2013, Doerun, Georgia

McCarty is a 6'4" switch hitter and pitcher who can throw up to 92 mph.

Ryan Perez, Westminster Christian HS 2012, Elgin, Illinois
Switch pitcher at Judson University. Perez was a solid switch hitter in high school.

Edward Phillips, Charles Page HS 2010, Sand Springs, Oklahoma
Phillips is a switch hitter and ambidextrous pitcher

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