08/15/2014 - Interactive Video Program - South Williamsport, PA Matthew is a thin, athletic, 2-way player who plays SS and RHP. Defensively, Matthew gets in a good ready position, he shows good range, and his hands are soft and sure. He looks the ball into his glove, moves with good body control to the ball, and throws with carry to his target. On the mound, Matthew has a free arm action, he works to his balance point well, and lands with good direction toward home plate. Offensively, Matthew has a good base, solid balance, and explosive bat speed. He swings in good rhythm, squares the ball up well on the barrel, and has good power in his stick. Matthew can improve with work on the following.
Defense 1. Quicken exchange 2. Long toss Pitching 1. Finish pitches 2. Land softer 3. Keep arm speed the same Offense 1. Level swing 2. Let ball travel