LATEST PG SHOWCASE REPORT
KC Fall Softball Scouting Combine Afternoon Session
Lydia Ettema is a 5'7, class of 2023, RHP/1B, 3B, SS, UT from Peosta, IA who attends Hempstead HS. Lydia is a solid player with a veteran's presence who shows solid projectable ability at multiple positions and at the plate. She ran a 3.41 20-yard dash, with a 1.23 5-yard split. Lydia is a primary pitcher who shows a powerful mix from the circle. She is noticeably strong! Her fastball has plus zip, big spin and plus down action at the plate. She just wears the zone out with her FB. Her drop is a big spinner with late, heavy depth. She peppers the lower half of the zone with the DR, working the edges consistently. Her rise is a power pitch with short, quick, late jump. Her curve is a short, quick, late breaker that she works to the glove side edge. Solid, projectable, College ready mix. Lydia took a turn on the infield, too. She showed comfortable footwork that allowed her to position well. She attacks everything. Her glove looks more suited for one of the corner spots as her lateral movement shows agility. She transitions well and her powerful throws were clocked at 59-mph. Her tosses across the diamond were firm and accurate. At the plate, this RHH really shows college ready ability. Although she may not be called upon to bunt much moving forward, she can handle the bat and has a solid approach to the short game. She is balanced at the ready. She shows big strength and is very powerful in and with her operation. She has a quick trigger and keeps her bat path that is relatively flat, to and through contact. She has a slight slugger's lift as she finishes her swing and the ball jumps from her barrel. She strikes the ball with authority and has noticeable gap-to-gap pop that is loud. She can leave the yard....anywhere at anytime. Big upside slug potential. Lydia has a complete skill set. She has the ability to pitch, play on the dirt, and be an impact bat. She will only be limited by her desire to get even better. She appears to have a very positive body language and the smile on her face says her passion for the sport is real! High Ceiling! Big upside potential!