06/21/2013 - USA Baseball 17U Championships Brandon showed as a SS and on the mound for the first time at the event but currently projects best at SS for the next level where he continues to show outstanding baseball abilities in his play. Feet are quick, athletic as he moves well laterally, displaying range in the MIF. He works to get around balls and plays through well, displaying soft / sure hands. Throws display life, accuracy and on line carry through his target. At the plate, he continues to shine through an athletic setup with balance / rhythm. Hands are quick, generating plus bat speed through a level swing path. He has strength in his swing with the baseball jumping off the bat when centered. On the mound, fastball shows a range of 80-81 mph on a slight downhill plane. Breaking ball displays 11/5 shape with gradual break and shows potential as being a quality pitch when he stays on top. Command / control are a plus as throws strikes with all his pitches and changes speeds well. Mental makeup is a plus as he has a positive attitude and works hard to be the best player he can be and will get looks from the top collegiate coaches with his baseball abilities.