LATEST PG SHOWCASE REPORT
2011 Ohio Valley Showcase
Jacob Roberts is a 2012 SS/C, 2B, RHP with a 5-10 170 lb. frame from Owensboro, KY who attends Owensboro. Medium, athletic frame. Versatile player who showed good defensive tools on the infield and behind the plate, as well as a solid stint in the mound. Very good footwork at SS with solid hands and good balance, can make plays at SS and 2B. Quick feet behind the plate, gains ground on pops. Good catch and throw mechanics. Very wide base at the plate with good extension on an easy line drive swing. Compact swing that does a good job of staying inside the ball. Pitching, he has an online delivery and repeats well. Average fastball command, also threw 11/5 curveball. Very good student.