10/26/2023 - Baseball Factory Best of The West - Upperclass James is a 2026 1B out of Hayden, Idaho who showcased his skills during the BF Best of the West Tournament. At 1B he starts in an athletic ready position and shows ability to make routine plays. He works to keep the ball in front of him and shows a good glove angle. Throws from a low 3/4 arm slot with a recorded arm velocity up to 72mph. At the plate he hits from an athletic and open stance with comfortable hands. He hits into a firm front side and shows natural juice in his swing. In live game action, James reached base 3 times with an RBI single, a walk, and reached on an error. James is coachable, works hard, hustles, and is a team player. As James continues to develop and mature, we foresee him making huge strides on the baseball field.