LATEST PG SHOWCASE REPORT
2019 National Academic Showcase
Manuel Jackson is a 2020 C/OF with a 6-3 190 lb. frame from Coral Gables, FL who attends Coral Gables Senior. Large frame with a slender build and room to add. Ran a6.93 second 60-yard dash. Worked out defensively as a primary catcher. Receives out in front with lengthy actions. Gains ground towards the bag with slower footwork out. Shows raw arm strength to the bag at 76 MPH and popping a 1.94. Also worked out from the outfield. Quicker steps with clean glove work out in front. Quick field to transitions. Shorter arm action in the back with average carry out of the hand at 83 MPH. Lefthanded hitter with an even stance and high hand set. Lunges out of load with linear drift to contact. Looks to create lift to the pull side of the field. Has some feel for the barrel driving the ball well when squared. Very good student as well. Named to the 2019 National Academic Showcase Top Prospect List.