Video Spotlight of the Week: Uncommitted '18 OF Dave Jachera (Pequannock HS, NJ)
January 15, 2018 TJ Hunt Director, PBR New Jersey
Scouting Report
2017 New Jersey State Games (July 26-27, 2017) Jachera has a lean, wiry, athletic build at 6-foot-3 170-pounds. Ran the 60 yard dash in 6.70-seconds and recorded an exit velocity of 82 MPH. One of the best overall athletes from the event. Offensively – starts in a wide, neutral stance with hands above back shoulder. Uses a foot stride to start swing, hands load down and back with some fluidity. Quick hands and hips through the zone with some lift to swing and finish. Finishes balanced with a firm, stiff front leg. Defensively – took reps from the outfield. Throws topped at 85 MPH with backspin and carry. Short, quick arm action, ball jumps out of hand with firmness.
Scouting Report
2017 New Jersey State Games (July 26-27, 2017)
Jachera has a lean, wiry, athletic build at 6-foot-3 170-pounds. Ran the 60 yard dash in 6.70-seconds and recorded an exit velocity of 82 MPH. One of the best overall athletes from the event. Offensively – starts in a wide, neutral stance with hands above back shoulder. Uses a foot stride to start swing, hands load down and back with some fluidity. Quick hands and hips through the zone with some lift to swing and finish. Finishes balanced with a firm, stiff front leg. Defensively – took reps from the outfield. Throws topped at 85 MPH with backspin and carry. Short, quick arm action, ball jumps out of hand with firmness.