Alyson Vanderpol

1B/LHP
Mitchell, SD
Commitment: Dakota Wesleyan University
Headshot
Grad:2017
HT:5'7
WT:180 LBS
Throws:Left
Bats:Left
Arm:54 MPH
20 YD:3.84 sec
Class:5
DATEEVENT ATTENDEDVIDEO
01/15/20162016 Softball Factory All-America Pre-Season Tournament Play in this window
12/27/2015Softball Factory Christmas Camp & Tournament  
12/27/2014Softball Factory Christmas Camp & Tournament  
11/06/2014Softball Factory Hall of Fame Select Training  
08/17/2014National Tryout - Sioux Falls, SD  
Alyson Vanderpol Mitchell, SD info@factoryathletics.com 800-641-4487
Grad Year:2017Height:5'7Weight: 180 LBS
Primary Pos:1B Secondary Pos:LHPBats:LeftThrows: Left
High School:Mitchell Christian Summer Team:SD Select
Exit Velo 61 Hand Size n/a Barrel Accuracy 80% Broad Jump 5'0''
Grip Strength Left:   65.2 Right:   61.8   5-10-5 Shuttle Left:   5.95 Right:   6  
RUNNING 20 yds:   3.84 Home to 1B:    3.84 THROWING Velocity:   54 Arm Strength:   45
INFIELD Fielding:   45
PITCHING Control:   38 Delivery:   38 Arm Action:    38
  FB MPH-Range:46 - 48  
  CR MPH-Range: 46 - 47  
  CH MPH-Range:34 - 36  
  SC MPH-Range:45 - 46  
  DR MPH-Range:46 - 48  
  RS MPH-Range:46 - 47  
LH HITTING Hitting:   50Power:   50  
OVERALL Class Rating: 5 Position Projection: 1B
01/15/2016 - 2016 Softball Factory All-America Pre-Season Tournament Alyson is dedicated to this game and takes advantage of opportunities to continue to improve her game. Since her last outing Alyson has improved her home to first time proving she is working hard on her own. During game play Alyson showed she is a fighter at the plate. She was able to work deep in the count and battle off pitches out of her zone until she was given something she could drive. She is a team player and is able to put down solid SAC bunts when needed. She does a nice job of creating good contact points and is a consistent line drive hitter. Going with the outside pitch will allow Alyson to hit to opposite field with power. Defensively Alyson has a good presence and communicates each play with her team. She shows good field awareness and has good footwork as she breaks for the bag. She receives the ball well and is ready to turn and look for the next play. Overall Alyson is a pleasure to have on a team and responds well to coaching with the ability to make adjustments.
12/27/2015 - Softball Factory Christmas Camp & Tournament Alyson returns to Softball Factory for her 4th event. She is dedicated to the game and getting the coaching she needs to take her game to the next level. During game play Alyson has a good presence and covers the bag well. She communicates with her defense and works to pick balls out of the dirt for close plays. She reads the bunt well and takes a good angle to make a quick throw. In the box Alyson makes consistent contact with the ball and shows the ability to work the gaps. She is able to put the bunt down when needed and does a nice job of working opposite field. Working to keep her weight back will allow Alyson to use her lower half and see power production. Overall Alyson's dedication to the game and work ethic will make her an asset to a collegiate line up.
12/27/2014 - Softball Factory Christmas Camp & Tournament Alyson continues to refine her skill set as a LHP / 1B. On the mound, she has a good presence and a pitching arsenal that helps her be a force defensively. Continuing to work on working pitches low in the zone will help to improve accuracy. As a 1B, she makes the plays and moves back to the bag well. Continuing to work on a controlled approach as well as picking at first will help to improve efficiency. Overall, Alyson makes adjustments well and has a confident approach to playing defense. As a hitter, she produces contact to all hitting fields and makes things happen consistently. She shows natural power and will benefit from an explosive lower half and an aggressive swing. Overall, Alyson sets a tone on the field and solid athletic ability to help aid in her continued development as a player.
11/06/2014 - Softball Factory Hall of Fame Select Training Alyson is a tall, left handed 2017 1B with a developing skill set. Defensively, Alyson has a nice presence in the field and has a controlled approach to the ball. She has an athletic and low fielding position paired with soft/sure hands. She handles the routine play well. Working on quickening her footwork will allow her to see more range to her glove side. Alyson is a very coachable player and works hard to make improvements to her game. In the box, Alyson has a square and balanced set up with a smooth stride and load. She does a nice job being on time with her lower half and drives through the ball. She produces hard contact and has the ability to hit for power. Showing patience in the box and working the count will allow Alyson to see more consistency in her power production. Alyson is a coachable, hard working player with the ability to play at the collegiate level.