2021 Future Games Spotlight: Walker Martin
September 17, 2021
The 2021 PBR Future Games has come and gone. The event featured the top uncommitted 2023 and 2024 players around the country representing their home state in front of over 350+ college coaches. Team Colorado had high energy and talented squad who showcased their abilities all week. Team Colorado went 3-0 with wins over PBR Select, Oklahoma and Utah. Just as impressive, was our players' individual GPA’s. Their futures are bright as the true definition of Student-Athletes.
Today, we highlight: Walker Martin
2023, Walker Martin, Eaton, SS, (Slammers) Growth and development are evident in Walker’s upward trend. Runs a 6.87 60-yard dash. He has noticeable difference in height and strength gain. While his swing usually catches your attention, his defensive skill set at shortstop has shown the most improvement. Great range left and right, finds a way for feet and hands to play though ball, plus hands fielding and around the 2B. Arm velocity of 83. As a left-handed hitter he has plus hand speed with ability to go opposite field. Direct path with line drive tendency and has ability to keep hands inside fastball in. Power potential in the future. Exit velocity of 99. One of the top prospects in the state of Colorado.
Walker Martin
Class of 2023 / SS
Player Information
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Graduating Class: 2023
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Primary Position: SS
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High School: EatonState: CO
- Summer Team: Slammers North
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Height: 6-2Weight: 180lbs
- Bat/Throw: L/R
Statistics
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SHOWCASE | STATE | DATE | LOCATION |
Colorado Fall Future Prospects Showcase | CO | 10/03 | University of Colorado - Colorado Springs |
Colorado Fall I.D. | CO | 10/03 | University of Colorado - Colorado Springs |
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Scouting Report
Positional Profile: LHP/ 1B
Body: 6-1 170
Run: 7.25
Hit: LHH Pure LH Swing. Minimal movements in load. Hands stay quiet. Lower half is controlled to small stride. Attacking hands and aggressive punishing style hitter. Controlled then explodes. Hands are excellent with quickness and strength. Path is direct and downward. Has ability to go oppo with confidence. Has made big jump in attacking inside half. Ability to hit it where it is pitched. Hands stay in FB in. Exceptional rotational acceleration to balance.
Power: He is developing strength and it is showing up with pop to oppo and pull side. More to come. Walker is one of the top hitters in the state at any level. Would consider Walker a top National Prospect
Arm: Inf Velo 76 OF Velo 80 Good mechanics of the arm. Has carry as a SS and OF
Defense: Developing MIF/SS. Has made big progress as SS. Great athleticism and shows plus lateral movements. Back hand is good. Demonstrated ability to throw from variety of angles. Has versatility!!
Positional Profile: SS/OF
Body: 5’11 150
Run: 4.39 Home to 1st
Hit: LHH Stacked Stance with lower half 60/40 Weight Distribution. Deliberate and consistent load. Stride foot simple with balance at launch. Grip/Hands and Arm Angles had minimal movement on load. Rear Side Acceleration and attack to ball. Oppo, Middle, In approach Did a great job of with directional hitting. Path had Line Drive habits and feel for up/down and in/out. Exit Velo 88. Top of State Follow!!
Power: His ability to go OPPO is outstanding, I would not discount his ability to develop power in his development
Arm: INF Velo 70 Athleticism! Release is a high ¾ with quick back side arc. Long Levers with strength and quick twitch.
Defense: Has potential at SS/2B/3B and OF! Good Footwork. Some stop and go movements. Plus gather to release. Accurate on all throws, good feel for slow roller