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Uncommitted Senior Spotlight: RHP, Jake Skala from Kearney



By Brian Feekin

 Prep Baseball Report Nebraska

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Jake Skala

Class of 2018 / RHP

Player Information

  • Graduating Class: 2018
  • Primary Position: RHP
    Secondary Position: 1B
  • High School: Kearney
    State: NE
  • Summer Team: Post 52 Legion Baseball
  • Height: 6-7
    Weight: 233lbs
  • Bat/Throw: R/R

Statistics

Pitching
85
Max FB
82 - 83
FB
69 - 71
CB
76 - 78
CH
Position
7.32
60-yard
78
INF Velo
80
OF Velo
88
Exit Velo

Scouting Report

6-foot-6, 190 pound right handed pitcher who tops out in the mid 80's. Project-able frame with broad shoulders  Clean delivery, repeats well, hands break freely and is long out front from a 3/4 arm slot. Fastball has late life to his arm side. 69-71 mph breaking ball has 10/6 shape with depth. Firm 76-78 mph change up with fastball arm speed has heavy action down in the strike zone. 



PBR: What schools have expressed interest in you?

Wayne State, Southeast Community College, Southwestern Community College, Heartland Community College, and Highland Community College

PBR: Have you taken any visits, or have any visits scheduled in the near future?

I have planned visits for Wayne State, Southeast Community College, Southwestern Community College, and Heartland Community College

PBR: Are you looking for anything in particular in a school?

I am looking for a good nursing or business program.

PBR: What were some of your highlights during your junior year?

My legion team made it to the state tournament and I threw a complete 9 inning game with 7 strikeouts and i only let up 1 run.

PBR: What are your goals for this year?

To sign my letter of intent to a college.

PBR: Do you play any other sports?

I don't play any other sports.

PBR: What is your ACT and GPA?

I have a 3.82 GPA and 21 ACT.


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