Prep Baseball Report

Spotlight Story: Darryl Jackson


By: Will Calcaterra
Area Scout, Content

Darryl Jackson SS / King, WI / 2021

Scouting Report from 9/20/2020:

Positional Profile: SS/2B; Was one of the state's top unsigned shortstops, though he committed shortly after this event.
Body: 5-8, 150-pounds. Lean, live athleticism.
Defense: Defends low to the ground, athletic at gather, easy range. Smooth, quick funnels through exchange and release. Plays with a confidence and bounce; profiles at shortstop long-term.
Arm: RH. INF - 84 mph. Short, loose throws from an over-the-top slot; flashes carry.
Hit: RH. Wide/square base, hands set low, bat waggle rhythm. Fluid load back, hands drop slightly and bat gets a little vertical; strides slightly closed, creates noticeable hip/torso separation. Line-drive profile; swing projects well.
Power: 83 mph exit velocity from the tee.
Run: 6.92 runner in the 60. Athletic gait; ran a 4.19 down the line during gameplay.

 

 

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