07/21/2014 - Factory Development Institute National Select Program Amanda is a talented 3B with a well balanced skill set. Defensively, she has an athletic fielding position, fields with confidence, and has efficient footwork as she covers ground well. Continuing to stay down and through groundballs with a controlled approach and a more athletic arm slot will help to improve fielding efficiency. Overall, Amanda has good fundamentals and works hard on the field. At the plate, she has a smooth approach as she drives through the ball consistently. She has natural power and will benefit from a quicker, short bat path to improve power on contact, ultimately allowing her to access the entire field more effectively. Overall, Amanda has a good frame for the position and solid athletic ability to help aid in her continued development as a player.