09/27/2014 - SF Hitting Accelerated Training Weekend (Commuter) Abigail is a talented, athletic player with the ability to hit at high levels from both sides of the plate. At the plate, Abigail does a lot of things right. She uses a square set up and maintains balance throughout her swing. Abigail uses a direct, level swing path to hit the softball with power to the gaps. She has good barrel accuracy and quick bat speed. Abigail will increase power getting her hands extended and continuing to drive her hips through contact. Overall, Abigail is a skilled hitter with a passion for the game and the desire to improve. She brings focus to each session and is a vocal leader. She without a doubt has the offensive skill that could compete at the next level.
06/23/2014 - Softball Factory World Series Abigail continues to refine her skill set as a 3B. She has a quick, accurate arm with active footwork that allows her to cover ground. Continuing to stay down and through groundballs, fielding the ball out front, and reads/routes to backhand/forehand will help to improve range and efficiency. She is a natural leader with a passion to learn. As a switch-hitter, she consistently made contact, has good power, and great confidence at the plate. She clearly understands the complexities of hitting from both sides and will benefit from finessing fundamentals to improve placement and power to all fields, allowing her to be a more effective hitter. Abigail works hard, makes adjustments, and driven to become a more well rounded athlete.
02/17/2014 - College PREP - Washington (Pittsburgh), PA Abigail is a talented 3B with a well-balanced skill set. Defensively, she has an aggressive approach, gets dirty and good footwork. Working on an athletic pre-pitch position and staying down and through the ball will help her to improve fielding efficiency. Overall, Abigail is persistent and has a confident approach to playing defense. At the plate, she has an aggressive approach as she makes hard contact to the pull side. She shows good power and will benefit from implementing a stride and load, utilizing her lower half, weight transfer and timing to improve power on contact, ultimately allowing her to access the entire field effectively. Overall, Abigail has a good frame for the position and solid athletic ability to help aid in her continued development as a player.
Lea Ann Jarvis is the Senior Director of Softball Operations.