LATEST PG SHOWCASE REPORT
2017 National Underclass Showcase-Main Event
Mick Arney is a 2021 SS/RHP/IF with a 5-9 130 lb. frame from Collierville, TN who attends Briarcrest Christian HS. Young, athletic frame with square shoulders and a lean, projectable build with room to fill throughout moving forward. Ran a 7.54 60-yard dash. Primary shortstop, fields the ball out front and works through the ball well with lower half, shorter arm action on throws across diamond and stays compact, extended at release, comes out of hand cleanly and arm strength will continue to develop, balanced on the charge. Also pitched, sound mechanics with fluidity throughout, works to a high three-quarters release point with a clean arm action through the back. Fastball toped out at 75 mph, creates short running life, generates extension out front. Confidence and feel in curveball, 11-5 shape, mixes consistently and able to miss bats. Maintained velocity and attacked hitters. Righthanded hitter, begins with a wide, even base and a high hand set and high back elbow at the plate. Remains balanced with swing and shows mechanics in the box, full swing path with bat speed that will continue to develop moving forward. Stays short to the ball with hands and shows contact skills, has a feel for the barrel and able to work all fields. Good student.