LATEST PG SHOWCASE REPORT
2016 National Underclass Showcase-Main Event
Jackson Dempsey is a 2018 LHP/OF with a 6-0 185 lb. frame from Greenwood, SC who attends Greenwood High School. Medium build and frame, athleticism, and room to continue to fill out physically, and add strength. Posted a very impressive 6.85 time in the 60 yard dash. Primary left handed pitcher, started with a leg lift just above belt, longer arm circle through belt, on-line delivery, and threw from a high three quarter arm slot. Good extension through the ball with finish. Fastball worked 81-84 mph with short arm side life and ability to repeat delivery. Showed a curveball with varying shape. Sweeping shape to throw over for strikes and a a harder 1/7 shaped pitch low in the zone when ahead in count. Also showed changeup with arm side fade at 74 mph with slightly reduced arm speed. Secondary outfielder, showed good energy to the ball, clean release, and good arm strength up to 86 mph with accuracy to the bases. At the plate, started with an upright stance, narrow, slightly open base, high back elbow, and a larger leg lift timing mechanism. Shifted to ball with intent to drive in the air. Good jump off barrel and gets it out front to drive the ball hard to all fields. Good extension with a fluid, line drive swing path. Good student. Named to the Top Prospect List.