Alexander Hicks: 2B/SS, (2024) Watervliet, MI. 5-foot-11, 165-pound. At the plate, the right-handed hitter recorded an exit velocity of 92 mph. (70.0 mph bat speed average). (21.2 mph hand speed average). Started in a narrow tall stance with a high load, then used a toe tap stride. Has a level long swing plane and has high finish. Pull side approach. While in the infield, made throws at velocities up to 75 mph; had consistent footwork, sure hands, and a packing exchange. Fields the ball deep. Recorded a time of 7.28 in the 60-yard dash.  (Max spin ; Avg ). 

Player Spotlight 

Alexander Hicks: 2B/SS, (2024) Watervliet, MI. 5-foot-10, 155-pound. At the plate, Hicks had a max exit velocity of 86 mph. (63.6 mph bat speed average). (18.5 mph hand speed average). Begins in a crouched balanced stance with a smooth load, then uses a controlled stride. Has above average present bat speed, upward swing plane and level finish. He found some barrels in his rounds. Capable in the infield, displayed a velocity of 75 mph; had firm hands, a natural exchange, and consistent footwork. Shows out front glove work. Recorded a 60 time of 7.79 at the event.  (Max spin ; Avg ). 

Scout Evaluation 

Alexander Hicks, Watervliet, 2024, MI

Position: 2B/SS

Body: 5-foot-10, 155-pound.

Hit: (RHH) Begins in a crouched balanced stance with a smooth load, then uses a controlled stride. Above average present bat speed. Level finish, upward swing. 

Power: 86 mph exit velocity, average 76.1 mph. 63.6 mph bat speed average. 18.5 mph hand speed average.

Defense:  (IF) Firm hands, consistent footwork, natural exchange. Capable. Out front fielding mechanics. 

Arm: 75 mph infield velocity. 

Speed: 7.79 (60-yard).

11/9/19

Hitting: At the plate has an upright stance with his hands elevated. Small hand load making solid contact at the plate. Contact approach working the middle half of the diamond. Toe tap load.