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2016 Southeast Top Prospect Showcase
Van Markiton is a 2017 1B/3B with a 6-4 195 lb. frame from Stone Mountain, GA who attends Chamblee Charter. Large frame with long, athletic, strong present build; good projection on body moving forward. Ran 60 yard dash in 7.45 seconds. Sets up to hit from wide-based stance with open front hip, deep hand load with elasticity, high hand set with high back elbow. Line drive swing plane, showed good ability to drive the ball into the air with some backspin, shows good strength off the barrel with carry and power when squared/timed up. Worked out defensively at first base, very clean picking mechanics with smooth glove work, shows good footwork both on the bag and off of it with athleticism. Moves well to the ball, fields cleanly, shows ability to change arm slots and still throw accurately across the diamond, clocked up to 75 MPH. Good student.