01/13/2023 - 2023 Baseball Factory Pre-Season All-America Tournament James is an exceptional SS in the 2023 class. He recently impressed scouts at the BF Pre-Season event. Runs well (7.28) and his feet play faster on the dirt. He has agile movements and gains an athletic and squared fielding position. He works well from right to left and his hands are soft. His exchanges are clean and gains a high ¾ release with short arm action. Arms plays big with 88 across the diamond. Throws are accurate with consistent carry. At the plate, he begins with a squared stance and uses a short stride. Timing is smooth and stays inside his feet well. Hands are fast and his path is direct. Generates hard contact through the zone and shows production to the gaps. Overall, James is a next level player with a bright college future.