02/23/2014 - National Tryout - Dayton, OH Derek continues to work hard and progress in his game. This switch-hitting SS shows a little better from the right side of the plate. He shows a well balanced approach with good rhythm. He delivers the barrel on a short/direct path and drives the ball on a line. Letting the ball travel will help him to use more of the opposite field. At SS, he shows good prep with active footwork. He hustles into a square fielding position, fields the ball cleanly and delivers accurate throws toward his target. Playing through the ball more will help to keeps shoulders in-line and take pressure off of his throwing arm. Only a 2018 grad - Derek has a bright future ahead of him.