03/19/2023 - Official College Recruiting Membership - Monterey Park (Los Angeles), CA Reese is a athletic shortstop with a 67MPH overhand velocity. She gives max effort and has a quick transfer. In the outfield, Reese stays low and has on target throws. She makes good angles to the ball and has short and quick arm action. Reese is a multi-faceted lefty who makes solid contact. She also slaps with on-plane and on-time direct hands to the ball. Overall, Reese is an athlete on the diamond with a skill set that will take her to the next level.
03/27/2022 - All-In Membership - Orange (Los Angeles), CA Reese is 2025 graduate with a bright future. She has a great pre-pitch and a cannon for an arm. She is sure handed and has a quick and clean exchange. In the box, Reese is versatile from the left side hitting with power and playing the short game. She has good footwork and multiple slots with barrel control. She keeps her head still and is very directional with an exit velocity of 68MPH. Overall, Reese is a threat from the left side and has the skill set and tools to continue improving her game on the diamond.
08/03/2021 - Official College Recruiting Membership - Irvine (Los Angeles), CA Reese is an extremely talented 2025 SS/C that attended the Softball Factory Event in Irvine, CA. At SS, she has great range, good momentum, fields with soft hands, has a clean/quick exchange, and gets over the top of the ball well. She is very athletic and uses her voice very well! Behind the plate, Reese does a great job of moving side to side and is strong on her blocks. She covers the 5 hole well, is smooth receiving the ball, and has a quick pop time. She is a vocal leader behind the plate! Hitting wise, Reese has great bat control and barrel accuracy. She is balanced at the plate, makes consistent contact, and drives her lower half well. When slapping she deadens the ball well and stays on top. Overall, Reese is a very talented player with a lot of potential to play at the next level!
01/15/2021 - 2021 Softball Factory Rookie Pre-Season All-America Tournament Reese’s hard work has earned her Softball Factory Rookie Pre Season All American honors. Our coaching staff loves the energy Reese brings to the field. She is a natural leader that is able to encourage players around her. During game play, Reese’s ability to read the defense and get a job done is exciting to watch. She is able to hit to all fields and does a nice job of bringing runners in. At SS, Reese’s athleticism shines. She reads the ball and takes great angles. She is able to take away singles with her range in the 5/6 hole. Overall, Reese’s mechanics are sound and she continues to get stronger she will be a player to watch at the next level.
07/14/2020 - Official Player Development Membership - Lake Elsinore (Los Angeles), CA Reese is an athletic SS/C prospect who continues to showcase her skills on the field. At SS, Reese shows quick footwork and moves well to her glove side. She gets into a low position and fields the ball out in front with a firm glove. Behind the plate, Reese shows active footwork and blocks dirt balls well. She sits in an athletic stance and receives with a firm glove. At the plate, this LHH sets up in an athletic stance and takes a short stride. She is smooth getting into her load and engages her lower half well. She generates fast bat speed through the zone, producing solid line drives. Overall, Reese is a talented prospect who has the time and potential to further progress her skills on the field.
10/06/2019 - Interactive Video Program - La Verne (Los Angeles), CA Reese Ferrel is a 2025 catcher, shortstop that slaps from the left side. As a catcher, Reese has a developed skill set. She is agile in her movements, her feet active, and she is able to move from a low position. She moves quickly and efficiently when blocking and her hands are soft and on time when framing. As a shortstop, Reese has efficient and quick feet to field ground balls cleanly. She has a strong, on-line, and accurate throw in both positions. As a slapper, Reese uses fluid footwork and an on-plane barrel to make consistent contact. She is able to slap, power slap and drag bunt to keep defenses on their toes. Overall, Reese is an athlete who has great work ethic and attitude.
Lea Ann Jarvis is the Senior Director of Softball Operations.