Matthew Clarke: 2B/SS, (2025) Lakota west, OH. 5-foot-5, 165-pound. (57.5 mph bat speed average). (18.3 mph hand speed average). Started in a balanced quiet stance with a controlled load, then used a small leg kick. Had a simple short swing plane, developing bat speed and high finish. Solid while in the infield, made throws up to 71 mph; showed soft hands, consistent feet, and a natural exchange. Laterally, movements were athletic and fielded the ball out front. Used a high ¾ slot with a consistent arm action.
9/30/23
Matthew Clarke: 2B/SS, (2025) Lakota west, OH. 5-foot-5, 165-pound. (61.7 mph bat speed average). (18.3 mph hand speed average). Starts in a balanced quiet stance with a controlled load, then uses a toe tap stride. Bat speed was efficient, displayed a simple flat swing plane and high finish. Solid while in the infield, recorded position velocities up to 69 mph; had a natural exchange, consistent footwork, and soft hands. Laterally, movements were athletic and fielded the ball out front. Used a high ¾ slot with a consistent arm action.
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Matthew Clarke: 2B/SS, (2025) Lakota west, OH. 5-foot-5, 165-pound. (57.5 mph bat speed average). (18.3 mph hand speed average). Started in a balanced quiet stance with a controlled load, then used a small leg kick. Had a simple short swing plane, developing bat speed and high finish. Solid while in the infield, made throws up to 71 mph; showed soft hands, consistent feet, and a natural exchange. Laterally, movements were athletic and fielded the ball out front. Used a high ¾ slot with a consistent arm action.
Matthew Clarke: 2B/SS, (2025) Lakota west, OH. 5-foot-5, 165-pound. (61.7 mph bat speed average). (18.3 mph hand speed average). Starts in a balanced quiet stance with a controlled load, then uses a toe tap stride. Bat speed was efficient, displayed a simple flat swing plane and high finish. Solid while in the infield, recorded position velocities up to 69 mph; had a natural exchange, consistent footwork, and soft hands. Laterally, movements were athletic and fielded the ball out front. Used a high ¾ slot with a consistent arm action.