LATEST PG SHOWCASE REPORT
2016 National Indoor Showcase
Hayden Bender is a 2017 3B with a 6-0 215 lb. frame from Waterloo, IL who attends Waterloo HS. Medium frame with a thick build. Shows present strength throughout. Right handed hitter with a straight, crouched stance. Pinches knee and elbow with rotational lower half mechanics to contact. Pull approach with a lofted swing path, intent to drive the baseball to gaps. Power approach at the plate. Worked out defensively from the infield showing an extended release with on line accuracy, topped at 82 mph across the infield. Smooth footwork while surrounding the baseball with developing glove actions. Defensive tools projects well for third base. Good student as well.