07/27/2022 - Southwest Championships 17U, powered by Baseball Factory's Team One Jackson continues show as a top prospect with his baseball abilities at the SOUTHWEST 17U TOURNAMENT. In the OF, defensive abilities are outstanding as he takes proper routes / angles in tracking down balls. He works to get behind balls and plays through with momentum to his target. He utilizes his foot quickness in covering a lot of ground, displaying range. Throws are accurate with carry (89 mph velocity) to his target. At the plate, hitting abilities are now outstanding with pro level power potential through a squared setup. Hands are quick (96 mph exit velocity) and work through a level swing path. He stays inside the ball, utilizing all fields with gap to gap pop. Lower half works well through the swing with an aggressive hip turn. He was 2 for 8 with a 2B. On the mound, delivery is sound and repeatable, allowing his arm action to work clean to the plate. Arm strength has improved as he threw his top velocity to date at 82 mph. Breaking ball displays 11/5 shape with gradual break. He maintains arm speed on his changeup with slight sink. Control is solid as he attacks hitters and throws strikes with all his pitches. He competes and shows good mound presence. Mental makeup is a plus as he has a positive attitude, works hard, and is very coachable.