Jaxon Colby
Baserunning > Baserunning
Players Way Summer Series Powered by US Sports Camp, July 21 - 24th
POP Athletics
Jul 23-24, 2025, 9:00AM - 3:00PM CST
Colby, Jaxon #10, Thu, 7/24/25, 9:51 AM, tagupEvaluation > Baserunning > Baserunning
Players Way Summer Series Powered by US Sports Camp, July 21 - 24th
POP Athletics
Jul 23-24, 2025, 9:00AM - 3:00PM CST
Baserunning Evaluation:
Jaxon, your baserunning performance at the Players Way Summer Series Camp showed promising potential. Your quickness on the basepaths is a significant asset, allowing you to put pressure on the defense and potentially take extra bases. This speed can be a game-changing tool when utilized effectively, and it's clear you have a natural talent in this area.
However, there are some technical aspects of your baserunning form that need refinement to fully capitalize on your speed. Specifically, your arm swing technique requires attention. It's crucial to keep your elbows up (often referred to as "keeping the door up") while running, as this helps maintain balance and generates more power in your stride. Additionally, focus on keeping your body upright and leaning slightly forward as you run. This posture will help you maintain your speed and make smoother transitions when rounding bases.
To improve these areas, I recommend incorporating specific baserunning drills into your practice routine. Work on short sprints while consciously focusing on your arm positioning and body posture. You might find it helpful to practice in front of a mirror or have a coach or parent film you to provide visual feedback. With dedicated practice on these technical aspects, combined with your natural quickness, you have the potential to become an exceptional baserunner. Keep up the great work, Jaxon!
Jaxon, your baserunning performance at the Players Way Summer Series Camp showed promising potential. Your quickness on the basepaths is a significant asset, allowing you to put pressure on the defense and potentially take extra bases. This speed can be a game-changing tool when utilized effectively, and it's clear you have a natural talent in this area.
However, there are some technical aspects of your baserunning form that need refinement to fully capitalize on your speed. Specifically, your arm swing technique requires attention. It's crucial to keep your elbows up (often referred to as "keeping the door up") while running, as this helps maintain balance and generates more power in your stride. Additionally, focus on keeping your body upright and leaning slightly forward as you run. This posture will help you maintain your speed and make smoother transitions when rounding bases.
To improve these areas, I recommend incorporating specific baserunning drills into your practice routine. Work on short sprints while consciously focusing on your arm positioning and body posture. You might find it helpful to practice in front of a mirror or have a coach or parent film you to provide visual feedback. With dedicated practice on these technical aspects, combined with your natural quickness, you have the potential to become an exceptional baserunner. Keep up the great work, Jaxon!
Colby, Jaxon #10, Thu, 7/24/25, 9:51 AM, tagupEvaluation > Baserunning > Baserunning
Hitting > Hitting
Players Way Summer Series Powered by US Sports Camp, July 21 - 24th
POP Athletics
Jul 23-24, 2025, 9:00AM - 3:00PM CST
Jaxon,
Your swing mechanics are impressive, showcasing both power and cleanliness. The ability to generate force while maintaining a clean, efficient motion is a valuable asset that sets a strong foundation for your hitting. Your natural power and clean mechanics indicate a good understanding of the fundamentals, which is excellent for a player your age.
However, to become a more complete hitter, it's important to work on your approach at the plate. Currently, you tend to focus on pulling the ball, which, while effective, can limit your overall hitting potential. To address this, concentrate on keeping your head and chest down throughout your swing. This will help you maintain better balance and allow you to see the ball longer, improving your pitch recognition and contact quality.
Moving forward, try to adopt a middle-away approach in your hitting mindset. Practice driving the ball to all fields, especially focusing on hitting outside pitches to the opposite field. This adjustment will make you less predictable to pitchers and defenders, and ultimately, a more versatile and dangerous hitter. Remember, the goal is to become a well-rounded batter who can effectively hit to all parts of the field. With your existing power and clean mechanics, mastering this approach will significantly elevate your game and make you a more complete offensive threat.
Your swing mechanics are impressive, showcasing both power and cleanliness. The ability to generate force while maintaining a clean, efficient motion is a valuable asset that sets a strong foundation for your hitting. Your natural power and clean mechanics indicate a good understanding of the fundamentals, which is excellent for a player your age.
However, to become a more complete hitter, it's important to work on your approach at the plate. Currently, you tend to focus on pulling the ball, which, while effective, can limit your overall hitting potential. To address this, concentrate on keeping your head and chest down throughout your swing. This will help you maintain better balance and allow you to see the ball longer, improving your pitch recognition and contact quality.
Moving forward, try to adopt a middle-away approach in your hitting mindset. Practice driving the ball to all fields, especially focusing on hitting outside pitches to the opposite field. This adjustment will make you less predictable to pitchers and defenders, and ultimately, a more versatile and dangerous hitter. Remember, the goal is to become a well-rounded batter who can effectively hit to all parts of the field. With your existing power and clean mechanics, mastering this approach will significantly elevate your game and make you a more complete offensive threat.
Colby, Jaxon #10, Thu, 7/24/25, 10:15 AM, tagupEvaluation > Hitting > Hitting
Players Way Summer Series Powered by US Sports Camp, July 21 - 24th
POP Athletics
Jul 23-24, 2025, 9:00AM - 3:00PM CST
Jaxon,
Your swing mechanics are impressive, showcasing both power and cleanliness. The ability to generate force while maintaining a clean, efficient motion is a valuable asset that sets a strong foundation for your hitting. Your natural power and clean mechanics indicate a good understanding of the fundamentals, which is excellent for a player your age.
However, to become a more complete hitter, it's important to work on your approach at the plate. Currently, you tend to focus on pulling the ball, which, while effective, can limit your overall hitting potential. To address this, concentrate on keeping your head and chest down throughout your swing. This will help you maintain better balance and allow you to see the ball longer, improving your pitch recognition and contact quality.
Moving forward, try to adopt a middle-away approach in your hitting mindset. Practice driving the ball to all fields, especially focusing on hitting outside pitches to the opposite field. This adjustment will make you less predictable to pitchers and defenders, and ultimately, a more versatile and dangerous hitter. Remember, the goal is to become a well-rounded batter who can effectively hit to all parts of the field. With your existing power and clean mechanics, mastering this approach will significantly elevate your game and make you a more complete offensive threat.
Your swing mechanics are impressive, showcasing both power and cleanliness. The ability to generate force while maintaining a clean, efficient motion is a valuable asset that sets a strong foundation for your hitting. Your natural power and clean mechanics indicate a good understanding of the fundamentals, which is excellent for a player your age.
However, to become a more complete hitter, it's important to work on your approach at the plate. Currently, you tend to focus on pulling the ball, which, while effective, can limit your overall hitting potential. To address this, concentrate on keeping your head and chest down throughout your swing. This will help you maintain better balance and allow you to see the ball longer, improving your pitch recognition and contact quality.
Moving forward, try to adopt a middle-away approach in your hitting mindset. Practice driving the ball to all fields, especially focusing on hitting outside pitches to the opposite field. This adjustment will make you less predictable to pitchers and defenders, and ultimately, a more versatile and dangerous hitter. Remember, the goal is to become a well-rounded batter who can effectively hit to all parts of the field. With your existing power and clean mechanics, mastering this approach will significantly elevate your game and make you a more complete offensive threat.
Colby, Jaxon #10, Thu, 7/24/25, 10:15 AM, tagupEvaluation > Hitting > Hitting
Pitching > Pitching
Players Way Summer Series Powered by US Sports Camp, July 21 - 24th
POP Athletics
Jul 23-24, 2025, 9:00AM - 3:00PM CST
Jaxon, your pitching mechanics showcase impressive potential at such a young age. Your delivery is already well-developed, demonstrating a great foundation for future success on the mound. The good rhythm and direction in your pitching motion are key elements that many pitchers struggle to master, but you've already got a solid grasp on these fundamentals. Your firm front leg is particularly noteworthy, as it provides stability and helps generate power through your pitching motion.
To take your pitching to the next level, focus on maximizing the power from your back drive leg. By using this leg more efficiently, you'll be able to generate more force as you drive down the mound. This increased power transfer will not only boost your velocity but also improve your overall control. Work on exercises that strengthen your leg muscles and practice drills that emphasize pushing off the rubber with your back leg. As you perfect this technique, you'll notice a significant improvement in your pitch speed and accuracy.
One specific area to concentrate on is your stride length. Ideally, your stride should be about equal to your height, which may seem challenging at first but is achievable with practice. A longer stride, when combined with good extension, will allow you to release the ball closer to home plate. This not only increases the perceived velocity of your pitches but also gives batters less time to react. Remember, the key is to maintain your balance and control while extending your stride. With dedicated practice and attention to these details, Jaxon, you have the potential to become a dominant force on the mound. Keep up the great work!
To take your pitching to the next level, focus on maximizing the power from your back drive leg. By using this leg more efficiently, you'll be able to generate more force as you drive down the mound. This increased power transfer will not only boost your velocity but also improve your overall control. Work on exercises that strengthen your leg muscles and practice drills that emphasize pushing off the rubber with your back leg. As you perfect this technique, you'll notice a significant improvement in your pitch speed and accuracy.
One specific area to concentrate on is your stride length. Ideally, your stride should be about equal to your height, which may seem challenging at first but is achievable with practice. A longer stride, when combined with good extension, will allow you to release the ball closer to home plate. This not only increases the perceived velocity of your pitches but also gives batters less time to react. Remember, the key is to maintain your balance and control while extending your stride. With dedicated practice and attention to these details, Jaxon, you have the potential to become a dominant force on the mound. Keep up the great work!
Colby, Jaxon #10, Thu, 7/24/25, 11:10 AM, tagupEvaluation > Pitching > Pitching
Players Way Summer Series Powered by US Sports Camp, July 21 - 24th
POP Athletics
Jul 23-24, 2025, 9:00AM - 3:00PM CST
Jaxon, your pitching mechanics showcase impressive potential at such a young age. Your delivery is already well-developed, demonstrating a great foundation for future success on the mound. The good rhythm and direction in your pitching motion are key elements that many pitchers struggle to master, but you've already got a solid grasp on these fundamentals. Your firm front leg is particularly noteworthy, as it provides stability and helps generate power through your pitching motion.
To take your pitching to the next level, focus on maximizing the power from your back drive leg. By using this leg more efficiently, you'll be able to generate more force as you drive down the mound. This increased power transfer will not only boost your velocity but also improve your overall control. Work on exercises that strengthen your leg muscles and practice drills that emphasize pushing off the rubber with your back leg. As you perfect this technique, you'll notice a significant improvement in your pitch speed and accuracy.
One specific area to concentrate on is your stride length. Ideally, your stride should be about equal to your height, which may seem challenging at first but is achievable with practice. A longer stride, when combined with good extension, will allow you to release the ball closer to home plate. This not only increases the perceived velocity of your pitches but also gives batters less time to react. Remember, the key is to maintain your balance and control while extending your stride. With dedicated practice and attention to these details, Jaxon, you have the potential to become a dominant force on the mound. Keep up the great work!
To take your pitching to the next level, focus on maximizing the power from your back drive leg. By using this leg more efficiently, you'll be able to generate more force as you drive down the mound. This increased power transfer will not only boost your velocity but also improve your overall control. Work on exercises that strengthen your leg muscles and practice drills that emphasize pushing off the rubber with your back leg. As you perfect this technique, you'll notice a significant improvement in your pitch speed and accuracy.
One specific area to concentrate on is your stride length. Ideally, your stride should be about equal to your height, which may seem challenging at first but is achievable with practice. A longer stride, when combined with good extension, will allow you to release the ball closer to home plate. This not only increases the perceived velocity of your pitches but also gives batters less time to react. Remember, the key is to maintain your balance and control while extending your stride. With dedicated practice and attention to these details, Jaxon, you have the potential to become a dominant force on the mound. Keep up the great work!
Colby, Jaxon #10, Thu, 7/24/25, 11:10 AM, tagupEvaluation > Pitching > Pitching
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ATHLETES FIRST - DEVELOPMENT DRIVEN - POTENTIAL MAXIMIZED
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Jaxon, your baserunning performance at the Players Way Summer Series Camp showed promising potential. Your quickness on the basepaths is a significant asset, allowing you to put pressure on the defense and potentially take extra bases. This speed can be a game-changing tool when utilized effectively, and it's clear you have a natural talent in this area.
However, there are some technical aspects of your baserunning form that need refinement to fully capitalize on your speed. Specifically, your arm swing technique requires attention. It's crucial to keep your elbows up (often referred to as "keeping the door up") while running, as this helps maintain balance and generates more power in your stride. Additionally, focus on keeping your body upright and leaning slightly forward as you run. This posture will help you maintain your speed and make smoother transitions when rounding bases.
To improve these areas, I recommend incorporating specific baserunning drills into your practice routine. Work on short sprints while consciously focusing on your arm positioning and body posture. You might find it helpful to practice in front of a mirror or have a coach or parent film you to provide visual feedback. With dedicated practice on these technical aspects, combined with your natural quickness, you have the potential to become an exceptional baserunner. Keep up the great work, Jaxon!