Mariani has a strong and broad-shouldered frame at 5-foot-11, 195-pounds. Ran the 60 yard dash in 7.59 seconds. Recorded an exit velo of 97 MPH. Starts at the plate in a balanced stance with his feet even. Elbow stays parallel to the ground. Hands are away from the body and move slightly back during his load. Generates power from his strong lower half. Hips clear through the zone, gap-to-gap power. Defensively, took reps behind the plate. Clears a lane to make throws to bases. Makes his transfer low, by his midsection. Compact arm action. Recorded a top velo of 75 MPH on his throws and pop times ranging from 2.07-2.19 seconds.
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2019 Preseason All State showcase
Mariani has a strong and broad-shouldered frame at 5-foot-11, 195-pounds. Ran the 60 yard dash in 7.59 seconds. Recorded an exit velo of 97 MPH. Starts at the plate in a balanced stance with his feet even. Elbow stays parallel to the ground. Hands are away from the body and move slightly back during his load. Generates power from his strong lower half. Hips clear through the zone, gap-to-gap power. Defensively, took reps behind the plate. Clears a lane to make throws to bases. Makes his transfer low, by his midsection. Compact arm action. Recorded a top velo of 75 MPH on his throws and pop times ranging from 2.07-2.19 seconds.