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Position Projection: 1B |
Evaluations Are Reviewed By CJ Browder |
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11/30/2016 - Under Armour Softball Factory Holiday Classic - 16U Brooke is a 2019 first baseman that has returned to Softball Factory to participate in the Holiday Classic Showcase Tournament. Defensively, Brooke fields the ball with firm hands and does a good job of keeping the ball in front of her in order to make the routine plays. She has an over the top arm slot and makes accurate throws across the diamond when needed. Offensively, Brooke has a tall setup in the box. She has a load and stride to contact ensuring that she is on time for the pitch. Brooke is a strong player with a 67 mph exit velocity and power to all fields. Brooke also displays the ability to make quick adjustments within an at bat with her contact positions. Overall, Brooke is a strong athlete that will only continue to develop her skill set with intense training.
04/24/2016 - College PREP - Freeport, NY Brooke is a 2019 1B/RHP with a strong skill set. At the plate she has the presence of a power hitter that can intimidate any pitcher. She has an activated load with a heavy stride. Her bat speed and raw power sees the ball jump off her bat. By cutting down on some of the movement in the batters box will allow her to work on her timing and become even more dangerous at the plate. At 1B, she is an infielders dream as a target to throw too. She has on time hands and makes accurate throws. She is also not afraid to lay out to balls off the bag. On the mound, she has a lot of potential. Using her legs more will add to her velocity. Overall, Brooke is a player with loads of talent that will have a bright collegiate future.
12/27/2014 - Softball Factory Christmas Camp & Tournament Brooke continues to refine her skill set as a 1B. Defensively, she has good field awareness and makes consistent plays. Continuing to work on aggressively attacking the ball will help to improve fielding efficiency. Overall, Brooke communicates well on the field and has a confident approach to playing defense. As a hitter, she produces consistent contact and shows flashes of pop at times. She has good power and will benefit from a consistent weight transfer and an explosive lower half to generate more power on contact, ultimately allowing her to utilize the entire hitting field more effectively. Overall, Brooke sets a tone on the field and will benefit from any collegiate program.
09/27/2014 - SF Hitting Accelerated Training Weekend (Commuter) Brooke is a young, well-balanced right handed hitter. At the plate, Brooke does a lot of things right. She uses a square set up, maintains good balance throughout her swing. Brooke has raw power and the ability to hit with power to the gaps. She displays good rhythm and an activated load. Brooke takes a direct route to the ball, as well as good hip and hand coordination. By increasing the contribution of her lower half, Brooke will increase the contact power. Overall, Brooke is a great kid with an outstanding attitude. She brings focus to each training session and a strong desire to get better. Brooke possesses many of the intangible characteristics that would be an asset to a collegiate program.
07/10/2014 - Advanced Training and Competition at the World Cup Defensively, Brooke has a presenting fielding position. She has playable range and with minor angle adjustments she will be able to cover much more ground. Brooke uses an over the top arm slot when throwing the ball across the diamond. She has clean and accurate feeds to the bags and stays in line with her target. By working on her everyday fundamentals, Brooke will be able to develop a stronger skill set. Offensively, Brooke uses a balanced setup and short stride to make a positive move to the ball. She maintains strong balance through the contact and extension position. Brooke has an explosive lower half and will benefit from loading her backside before shifting her weight. By standing tall, letting the ball travel, and whipping the bat head through the zone, Brooke would increase her power numbers and consistency. Overall, Brooke is a young player that with added confidence has the potential to compete at the next level.
03/23/2014 - College PREP - Long Island, NY Brooke is a developing 1B with a balanced skill set. Defensively, she works hard and makes adjustments. Working on an athletic set up, smooth hands, fluid footwork and a controlled approach will help her to improve range and efficiency. Overall, Brooke has heart and a confident approach to playing defense. As a hitter, she uses a square set up with an aggressive approach to produce consistent contact to the whole field. She shows good power and will benefit from implementing a consistent stride and load and utilizing the lower half to improve power on contact, ultimately allowing her to access the entire field effectively. Overall, Brooke 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.