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Here’s our TFP for Monday, Nov. 10, 2025:

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THE FINAL PITCH: HINANO BAUTISTA

Cal-committed 2027 LHP/1B/OF Hinano Bautista recently talked to Line Drive Media about LK Black Hawaii, PGF Nationals, Hawaii players, tough competition, athletic family, Cal, business, math, mom, Ester Dean, Disney and dancing.

THE FINAL PITCH Q&A

Name: Hinano Bautista

Hometown: Oahu, HI

High School: Mililani High

Club Team: LK Black Hawaii 16U

Graduation Year: 2027

Height: 5-7

Position/s: LHP/1B/OF

Nickname: “Nano” or “Nano McDonald”

Social Media: @hinano_bautista on Instagram

Honors: Two-time OIA Division 1 champion.

High School Spring 2025 Stats: Pitching — 9-0, 30 Ks; Hitting — 22 double, 3 triples, 11 HRs.