07/06/2017 - Interactive Video Program - Adrian (Detroit), MI Jackson is a 1B/C who will graduate in 2022. Defensively at 1B, he hustles hard as he works into a square fielding position on GB's. He tracks the ball well into his mitt and centers up low throws in the dirt. Behind the plate, he receives pitches with a soft glove. He works hard to center low pitches off his chest and gains ground on his throws. With the stick, Jackson get backs into a good load. He stays balanced through contact as he drives pitches with pull side pop. Overall abilities in his game will improve with work on the following.
Infield 1. Lateral quickness 2. Develop soft hands 3. Quick exchange to throw Catching 1. Low setup 2. Stick pitches 3. Arm strength (long toss) Offense 1. Develop rhythm 2. Improve bat speed 3. Level out swing path