LATEST PG SHOWCASE REPORT
2005 Sunshine South Showcase
Jacob Hickman is a 2006 first baseman/left handed pitcher from Houston, TX, with a thick, mature body at 6-2, 230 lbs. defensively, he has sure hands and he showed agility around the bag. His arm strength is playable for a first baseman with a max effort type release. He hits from a square, strong stance with a short compact swing. He has lots of upper body strength and he generates good bat speed through the zone. His swing plane has slight loft to it and shows home run power to the pull side. His fastball topped at 80 mph from a low ¾ arm slot. He also showed a big breaking curve ball at 61 mph. He is a strong-bodied player that shows power potential with the bat and he will be a top level prospect for 2006.