12/27/2024 - Baseball Factory West Coast Holiday Classic (HS) Elijah is a versatile outfielder and left-handed pitcher from Edwards, Colorado, who showcased his skills at the Baseball Factory West Coast Holiday Camp. Defensively, Elijah demonstrates good lateral range and works well behind the ball, getting good first-step reads off the bat. He has a loose arm stroke, making accurate throws into the infield, though a long toss and weight training program will help further improve his arm strength. At the plate, Elijah starts with a tall, even stance and high hands, staying centered at contact to make consistent hits. During live game action, he recorded three singles, a walk, was hit by a pitch, drove in an RBI, and added a stolen base, showing his ability to contribute in multiple ways offensively. On the mound, Elijah starts square to his target, takes the proper stride length, and fields his position well. In three innings of work, he struck out four batters and did not allow a hit, showcasing his control and poise on the mound. With continued growth and development, Elijah’s all-around game will continue to improve, and he has a bright future ahead both as a pitcher and position player.