12/03/2017 - Interactive Video Program - Lewiston, ME Jackson is a 2B/OF who will graduate in 2022. Defensively at 2B, he takes active routes/angles to the GB and works into a low/square fielding position. He comes up with a clean exchange and makes accurate throws to his target. In the OF, he's aggressive on his feet as he attacks fly balls. He gets rid of the ball cleanly and makes strong throws that carry to his target. As a hitter, Jackson shows an athletic setup with smooth rhythm to load. He drives his lower 1/2, whips his barrel fast through the zone and drives the ball consistently on a line. Overall abilities in his game will improve with work on the following.
Infield 1. Lateral range 2. Develop soft hands 3. Arm strength (long toss) Outfield 1. Quick footwork 2. Get behind the fly ball 3. More accurate throws Offense 1. Quiet head 2. Stay level 3. Get extension through contact