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2023 13U Main Event Showcase
RED POPE is a 2028 C/RHP, 2B, 3B, SS, MIF, OF with a 5-6 132 lb. frame from Bradenton, FL who attends Inspiration Academy. Young, square shouldered frame with some present strength and additional room to fill moving forward. Ran a 7.96 60-yard dash. Primary catcher, lower set up behind the plate, stays low through actions, receives the ball out front and gathers weight onto backside prior to release, longer arm action and shows accuracy on throws down to second base, arm strength will continue to develop with refined footwork. Also pitched, side step into a shorter leg lift up to belt; on line coming down the mound and incorporates lower half. Shorter/compact arm action working to a three-quarters slot, fastball topped out at 66 mph and worked exclusively off of the pitch in this look. Right-handed hitter, begins with an even stance and a high hand set and back elbow at the plate. Loads hands at start of swing, shorter stride moving inot contact. Full swing path and finish through the zone, sees the ball in, worked to the middle and opposite parts of the field, keeps hands inside the baseball. Very good student.