LATEST PG SHOWCASE REPORT
2018 National Underclass Showcase-Main Event
Riku Wada is a 2020 2B/3B with a 5-9 155 lb. frame from Kawasaki-Shi, KN who attends The American School in Japan. Compact frame with an athletic build and room to add. Ran a 7.60 second 60-yard dash. Worked out defensively as a primary second baseman. Athletic footwork when working to and through the baseball. Has some smoothness in hands when getting out front. Works towards the bag and stays in line with throws at 76 miles per hour. Righthanded hitter with an even stance to start and a high leg lift for timing. Short hand path to the ball working line drive contact to the pull side. Repeats mechanics and displays feel for the barrel. High contact approach. Good student as well.