11/13/2021 - Official College Recruiting Membership - North Branford, CT
Fayz continues to show improvements in his baseball abilities. On the mound, he shows a controlled, repeatable delivery allowing his quick arm action to work well to the plate. Arm strength has improved as he threw his top velocity to date at 83 mph. Fastball showed a range of 80-83 mph. Breaking ball displays 1/7 shape with gradual break. He maintains arm speed on his changeup. Off speed stuff show as quality pitches that will get outs. Control is solid as he attacks hitters and throws strikes with all his pitches. He shows a great feel for pitching and maintains composure on the bump. At the plate, hitting/power potential is now outstanding through an athletic setup. Hands are quick (86 mph exit velocity) and work through an aggressive swing path. He swings with intent and has strength in his swing with gap to gap pop. Lower half works well through the swing and shows a feel for the barrel. Fays has upside on the mound and will get looks from collegiate coaches as he continues to progress his game.
11/07/2020 - Official Player Development Membership - East Hampton (Hartford), CT
Fayz is a LHP prospect who continues to showcase his skills on the field. On the mound, Fayz gathers over the rubber and separates his hands on time. He works with a quick arm and finishes square to the plate. Fayz shows a three pitch mix with his fastball topping out at 70mph. Breaking ball sits from 59-63mph with 2-8 break. Changeup sits from 64-65mph with sinking action as he throws with deceptive arm speed. Striding square toward the plate can help Fayz improve his pitch command. At the plate, this RHH sets up in a square stance and takes a square stride. He is smooth to load and leads well with his lower half. He works through a level swing and produces solid line drives to all fields. Fayz can be more controlled throughout his swing by maintaining center balance. With five more years to develop, Fayz has the time and potential to further build upon his skills on the field.
11/10/2019 - Interactive Video Program - East Hampton (Hartford), CT
Fayz increased arm velocity to 60 MPH and exit velocity to 70 MPH during his last workout. On the mound, this LHP has a balanced delivery, he works quickly, and has direction toward home. His off speed pitches show promise and he competes in the zone. Defensively, Fayz has efficient footwork, he fields squarely, and hands are firm. He makes plays, his exchange is clean, and he throws with consistency to his target. Offensively, Fayz has a tall stance, a short/square stride, and fast bat speed. He has a short/direct barrel, keeps a still head, and hits with strength to the pull side. Fayz can continue to improve skills with work on the following.
Pitching
1. Finish
2. Arm action
3. Release
Infield
1. Urgency
2. Backhand
3. Release
Offense
1. Finish
2. Lower body
3. Rhythm
11/11/2018 - Interactive Video Program - East Hampton (Hartford), CT
Fayz is a young, 2-way player who pitches and plays 1B. In the INF, Fayz has fluid footwork, agile movements, and he fields in a low/athletic position. He has good pre-pitch actions, a quick/clean exchange, and throws with carry and accuracy to his target. On the mound, Fayz has a clean arm circle, he separates on time, and has a controlled landing toward home plate. He repeats his delivery well and competes in the zone. Offensively, Fayz has a square/athletic set-up, good balance, and he swings in good rhythm. He has a direct barrel through the ball, makes level/consistent contact, and uses some lower body. Overall skills can get better with work on the following.
Infield
1. Throwing
2. Play more through
3. Arm strength
Pitching
1. Windup
2. Lower body
3. Finish
Offense
1. Separation
2. Strength
3. Lower body