07/31/2012 - Baseball Factory Select Training at Vero Beach (ages 12-14) Clay is pitcher/1B with the prototypical pitcher's build. Clay shows off his athleticism with soft and sure hands in the field. He gets to the ball with quick and active feet, but needs to work on fielding the ball more out in front of his body. His arm action is loose and makes solid, accurate throws. As a pitcher Clay loose throwing over the top LHP. He has a tall/controlled balance point and his separation has become on time and smooth. His fastball has a downward plane to it with a little late action. His curveball has a 2/8 shape with downward tilt and near fastball arm speed. Clay could create more explosion in his lower half and continue to long toss to help in his velocity numbers. At the plate Clay is a very balanced no stride hitter. He uses his lower half and backside well but leaks his front hip open too early, which elongates his swing. Overall Clay has good fundamental skills, a great attitude and strong work ethic. This combined with good baseball senses and awareness sets him up for a lot of success in the future.