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2016 Fall Academic Showcase
Ben Gobbel is a 2018 2B/RHP, SS with a 6-0 160 lb. frame from Cumming, GA who attends Pinecrest Academy. Medium frame with slender, athletic present build; projects well physically. Ran 60 yard dash in 7.56 seconds. Takes hands deep into load when hitting, locks out at top of load, shows bat speed once he starts accelerating and is capable of getting the head out on time. Shows good strength at contact off the barrel with more coming, able to repeat swing well and is willing to work to all fields with good jump. Bends well in the infield and maintains balance, fields cleanly and shows actions to both sides, was accurate across the diamond, clocked up to 75 MPH. Pitched as well, hooked arm action through the back, gets online with hips and throws from three quarters arm slot. Fastball worked 73-79 MPH with some arm side life, showed curveball with 11/5 shape and solid depth in low 60's. Very good student.