02/09/2019 - Interactive Video Program - Palmyra (Harrisburg), PA Ashton is a young, 2-way player who catches and plays 3B. Behind the plate, Ashton has efficient footwork, firm/presentable hands, and he sits in squarely. He centers well on his body, his exchange is quick and clean, and Ashton throws with accuracy and direction to 2nd base. Pop times were as low as 2.84 seconds. At 3B, Ashton covers ground well, he fields low in a square position, and he fields with urgency. He makes the routine plays, his exchange is clean, and he throws with carry from a long/quick arm action to his target. Offensively, Ashton has a square/athletic set-up, good balance, and he stays connected through his swing. He keeps his eyes on the ball, swings on plane, and he can work the ball gap to gap. Overall skills can get better with work on the following.
Catching 1. Lower set-up 2. Blocking 3. Arm slot Infield 1. Arm slot 2. Hands 3. Footwork Offense 1. Swing path 2. Balance