Keep in mind, great 9th region catcher. The 3 main issues I see Division 1 talent wise is his arm is a little weak for D1, and he doesn't have enough power at the plate, and his speed on his feet. I also noticed he likes to go the other way (right center) with the ball at the plate which could take away from his potential to show his strength offensively.

 

I think I understand now...he's "fantastic" defensively yet lacks "speed on his feet" and his "arm is a little weak for D1." He also has the ability to hit opposite field which I know D1 schools frown upon.

Others that have seen him play describe his arm as "unbelievable", but I'll take your word since you "know D1 when you see it." Seriously, anyone know his POP times? That might might bring some objectivity to the discussion of his D1 potential as I do think colleges pay attention to those numbers, much like they pay attention to the radar for pitchers.

I think I understand now...he's "fantastic" defensively yet lacks "speed on his feet" and his "arm is a little weak for D1." He also has the ability to hit opposite field which I know D1 schools frown upon.

Others that have seen him play describe his arm as "unbelievable", but I'll take your word since you "know D1 when you see it." Seriously, anyone know his POP times? That might might bring some objectivity to the discussion of his D1 potential as I do think colleges pay attention to those numbers, much like they pay attention to the radar for pitchers.

 

D1 schools frown upon opposite field approach? That's the most incorrect thing you could possibly post. Professional and college coaches love to see kids who are comfortable using all parts of the field, and are not in any way, shape or form, EVER looking for someone who simply pulls the ball. (in reference to BM's claims)

 

As for Liggett's pop times, he was clocked at 1.94 in a showcase this fall, and threw several 1.99s in a scrimmage later that day.

Young Mr. Cottingham has an unbelievable arm behind the plate. I was at a game last year when the Bluegrass 17's played the 18's and he threw out Lokesak twice. From what I understand Mr. Lokesak hadn't been thrown out all year including high school and summer ball..I hope Dillon can get his act together at the plate. He definately has the defensive skills to play in college..

 

http://www.cpoa.com/moreinfocpoa.pl?sport=baseball&gender=m&position=all&gpa=all&grad=all&new=N&file=09150904

 

Yes, I'd say 1.87 is outstanding.

http://www.cpoa.com/moreinfocpoa.pl?sport=baseball&gender=m&position=all&gpa=all&grad=all&new=N&file=09150904

 

Yes, I'd say 1.87 is outstanding.

 

Those CPOA sheets always have some embellished information on them. Not saying he's not a good catcher, nor am I saying that he doesn't throw a 1.87, it's just that many times height, weight and raw stats are not always exactly truthful on those recruiting sheets,.

 

As for Liggett's pop times, he was clocked at 1.94 in a showcase this fall, and threw several 1.99s in a scrimmage later that day.

 

Consistent 1.96.

As fast as 1.93

And there you have it.

D1 recruiters and coaches don't frown upon opposite field hitting, I explained that it may take away from showing his true power at the plate.

D1 recruiters and coaches don't frown upon opposite field hitting, I explained that it may take away from showing his true power at the plate.

 

I know...I was messing with you.

I know...I was messing with you.

 

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Just wondering but does Sam call his own game for HHS?

 

BTW the best hitting catcher if anyone wants to know in the Ninth is (IMO) Boone's Dunaway!

 

Now if you could give me Liggetts "D" and Dunaway "O" I think you would have someone close to another Maile, but still, not quite as good as the real thing! Some just don't understand how good the young man was in HS!

Just wondering but does Sam call his own game for HHS?

 

BTW the best hitting catcher if anyone wants to know in the Ninth is (IMO) Boone's Dunaway!

Now if you could give me Liggetts "D" and Dunaway "O" I think you would have someone close to another Maile, but still, not quite as good as the real thing! Some just don't understand how good the young man was in HS!

 

:thumb: I was waiting for someone to mention him!!!

:thumb: I was waiting for someone to mention him!!!

 

I have had my eye on the young man for a while now and have personally told a couple of College Coaches about him. The young man can indeed hit the baseball but I was told he got hurt last year! Is he okay now?

I have had my eye on the young man for a while now and have personally told a couple of College Coaches about him. The young man can indeed hit the baseball but I was told he got hurt last year! Is he okay now?

I spoke to him about a week ago and he said the shoulder is still bothering quite a bit. He is still rehabbing it to be ready for this year, and said he probably won't play summer ball. He is very disgusted. The young man can surely hit the baseball.

I spoke to him about a week ago and he said the shoulder is still bothering quite a bit. He is still rehabbing it to be ready for this year, and said he probably won't play summer ball. He is very disgusted. The young man can surely hit the baseball.

 

Thanks for the information and that is indeed a shame that the injury is still bothering him.

 

I can understand his feeling, but if you see him again please tell him TOG said to hang in there, as he has such an outstanding talent and hopefully he won't give up on it!

This team will struggle, but not as much as last year. They will be better than your normal 2nd year club. They are extremely young and have a ton of upside. 7th and 8th grade pitchers last year held there own at the JV level. These kids will be just that much better this year and will probably see more Varsity play.