07/10/2014 - Advanced Training and Competition at the World Cup Kiera is an evolving SS with a balanced skill set. Defensively, she has an athletic fielding position, active footwork, quick feeds, and agile range. Working on an aggressive approach and routes and glovework to the backhand side will help to improve range and efficiency. Overall, Kiera has a confident approach to playing defense. At the plate, she keeps her balance centered before hitting through the ball. She shows good power and will benefit from driving the hands through the zone quickly and utilizing the lower half to improve power on contact, ultimately allowing her to access the entire field more effectively. Overall, Kiera has a good frame for the position and solid athletic ability to help aid in her continued development as an athlete.