LATEST PG SHOWCASE REPORT
2019 National Indoor Showcase
Luke Ballard is a 2020 LHP/OF with a 5-10 180 lb. frame from Omaha, NE who attends Millard West. Medium athletic build with good present strength. High energy rotational delivery, tends to open his front side early and leave his arm behind, extended 3/4's arm slot, has some deception in is mechanics. Low 80's fastball, topped out at 83 mph, mostly straight, primary fastball pitcher and throws strikes with his fastball. Slider lacks power but flashes some sharpness and depth at times, can develop more feel and confidence in his slider. Left handed hitter, hits from a narrow stance with a big leg lift load, gets coiled well, has some bat speed and is looking to drive the ball, has some pull pop, big leg raise can throw off his timing and balance at times. 7.22 runner, young actions in the outfield but showed his arm strength well. Excellent student.