*Editor’s Note: This report was written and scheduled before the news Harry “Chubb” Jones is enrolling at Alabama
| Player: Harry “Chubb” Jones Jr. | |||||||||||
| School: McEachern (GA) | Position(s): RHP/SS | ||||||||||
| Height: 6’4″ | Weight: 190 lbs. | Bats: Right | Throws: Right | ||||||||
| Summary: Jones is an electric two-way talent out of Douglasville, Georgia. The term “ballplayer” comes to mind as he has a legitimate chance to effect the game on both sides of the ball at the next level. On the mound, Jones is an athletic mover flashing multiple arm angles. The fastball has been up to 98 mph, but will settle in 91-94 mph. It works in on righties with considerable arm-side run at times. The breaking ball varies in shape at times but plays mostly like a slider. It does show depth with later diving bite in the low 80’s. The change-up continues to develop and mirrors the fastball shape with arm-side run and sink. Considerable projection remains on the mound. At the dish, Jones remains athletic, with a short whippy swing showing pull-side pop. He sets up slightly open, striding to center and creates considerable separation. He swings with conviction while maintaining body control. As he fills out and adds strength Jones has a chance to project for plus power. He has smooth actions on the left side of the infield with the arm to make all of the throws. Jones is a plus runner with above average athleticism and could fit in the outfield at the next level as well. The Alabama commit has the tools on both sides of the ball to project as a pro prospect. The arm and operation on the mound may be to good to pass up should Jones eventually have to choose a discipline. | |||||||||||
Eric Dillinger is currently the Head Baseball Coach at Erie High School, entering his 4th season as the Head Coach and 9th season overall. Dillinger was the pitching coach at Erie prior to becoming head coach. At the club level, he has coached nationally for multiple organizations including the Colorado Yard Dawgs, the Colorado Rockies Scout program, and USA Prime. Dillinger is also currently the General Manager for D-BAT NW Denver. In addition to his duties as GM, he is also a senior pitching instructor. He is certified in Rapsodo Pitching and is also Driveline Certified (Pitch Design). Beyond coaching on the field, Dillinger enjoys helping athletes in the recruiting process. He has helped over 40 athletes find homes at the next level.
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