03/06/2021 - Official College Recruiting Membership - Lynwood (Chicago), IL Hayden is a 2024 C with an athletic skill set. In the box, Hayden is a RHH that uses a tall, open stance with a short, square stride and centered balance. She has a middle of the field approach and is a consistent line drive hitter. Working to engage her lower half and create a weight transfer will allow her to see more power production. Behind the plate, Hayden has a great presence. She has an athletic and low stance. She is quiet with her glove and presents a good target. She does a nice job framing the zone with soft hands and a strong wrist. She makes a clean transfer, has a short arm action and makes accurate throws with carry. Hayden reads the ball in the dirt well and does a nice job of getting her body around the ball. Securing the 5 hole with her glove sooner will allow her to keep the ball more in front. Overall, Hayden is a strong player that will have success at the next level.