LATEST PG SHOWCASE REPORT
2020 Jr. National Showcase
Walter Ford is a 2023 SS/RHP with a 6-2 185 lb. frame from Hoover, AL who attends Hoover. Ran a 7.06-second sixty-yard dash. Primary shortstop with a strong and athletic frame. Fields out front with functional footwork and developing momentum into throws. Shows some range to the glove side, and has present arm strength with throws up to 89 mph. Right-handed hitter that starts from a wide base, with high-hand set and high back elbow. Has some strength in the hands, staying short to the ball and creating good torque and separation in the swing. Loads with intent, flashing some jump off the barrel at impact with raw power that can develop over time. Secondary right-handed pitcher that starts from the windup, taking the hands over head during a small side step into a leg lift that reaches up past the belt. Has developing consistency to the front side, showcasing present arm speed with a fastball that jumps out fo the hand. Sat 86-92 mph with the fastball, running it up to 93 at times. Shows a pair of secondary offerings in the low-70s curveball and changeup at 80 mph. Good student. Verbal commitment to Alabama.