08/01/2024 - All-Ripken Games - Myrtle Beach, SC Jake demonstrated solid overall skills with a good feel for the game, making smart decisions on both sides of the ball. Defensively, he exhibited strong arm strength and accuracy, allowing him to make precise throws across the field. His good hands contributed to his reliability, particularly in fielding ground balls and making smooth transfers, although on some groundballs he could charge them to put himself into a better position to field them and is less likely to get a bad hop. He also displayed strong awareness, particularly on the base path, where his instincts helped lead to a run from a stolen base. On the mound, his balance and feel for his pitches, especially his breaking ball which had good depth, were strengths, allowing him to maintain consistency in his delivery. At the plate, he showed good bat speed. With continued focus on refining his mechanics, Jake has the potential to further enhance his impact on his team.