10/29/2017 - Interactive Video Program - Corpus Christi, TX Samuel is a 2B/OF who will graduate in 2024. Defensively at 2B, he takes active routes/angles as he works towards the GB. He gives accurate double play feeds and throws the ball on-line to his target. In the OF, he hustles well laterally as he tracks down and works behind the fly ball. He secures the catch with soft hands and has a clean exchange to throw. As a hitter, Samuel is a solid contact hitter. He swings on a direct path and whips his hands quickly through the zone. Overall abilities in his game will improve with work on the following.
Infield 1. Prep step 2. Develop soft hands 3. Quick exchange to throw Outfield 1. Quicker feet 2. Arm strength (long toss) 3. Play through more Offense 1. Develop a load 2. Develop rhythm 3. Lower 1/2 drive