LATEST PG SHOWCASE REPORT
2021 14U National Showcase
Slade Caldwell is a 2024 OF/LHP with a 5-8 158 lb. frame from Jonesboro, AR who attends Valley View. Medium, athletic frame with square shoulders and present physical strength proportioned throughout. Ran a 6.87 60-yard dash, speed plays and is disruptive on bases. Primary outfielder, smooth and fluid actions moving towards the ball, fields cleanly and generates momentum moving into release, nice carry with solid accuracy to the intended base and repeats well. Also pitched, repeatable delivery with a quick arm and some effort at release; short arm action with a tight release from ear, shows ability to work fastball to both sides of the plate, pitches with tempo. Shorter stride down the mound, fastball topped out at 80 mph with short running life, mixed in a curveball up to 70 mph with short depth. Left-handed hitter, begins with an open stance and utilizes simple movements in the box. Fast hands with a short and compact swing path, repeats swing well and shows comfort handling the barrel, contact to the middle of the field and shows a full finish through the point of contact. Excellent student. Verbal commitment to Ole Miss. Named to the 2021 14u PG Select Festival.