Alexander Clark '24 Recruiting Profile

New Trier Township High School WinnetkaWinnetka, ILBaseball

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ClubElite Baseball Training (Chicago)

Height5'11"

Weight185lbs

Age18

Primary PositionRight Fielder

Secondary Position1st Base

Dominant HandLeft

60 Yard Dash7.4

Top Fastball Velocity77

Exit Velocity92.2

Top Outfield Velocity88

Consistent Fastball Velocity77

Consistent Changeup Velocity67

Consistent Breaking Ball Velocity63

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2022 Spotlight

2022 Spotlight #2

July 2023

October 2021

Personal Statement

My goal is to play baseball at the college level and beyond. I am very confident of my abilities and am looking for a Program with coaches who will help me on my journey to the next level.

I had Tommy John surgery in July of 2022. That caused me to miss most of the 2022 summer season, and my 2023 high school season. My recovery from Tommy John surgery is over and now I'm playing baseball. I had to take a lot of time off and completely rehab my throwing arm. That included strengthening the muscles surrounding my elbow, rebuilding my shoulder, and practicing mobility exercises to increase my range of motion. Every day was grueling, but I knew it would with be worth it in the end. Now that I'm back on the field, I feel great. I'm having a blast working on my mechanics and getting back to where I was before.

I am so thankful for all the support I got from family, friends, coaches, and trainers during my recovery process. It's impossible to do something like this without them; they really kept me motivated and helped push me towards success. Knowing that someone has your back makes the journey so much easier.

Now that I'm back to playing, it's important that I keep up with my strength and mobility exercises. It's not enough to just show up to practice and throw; I must stay ahead of any potential injuries by taking care of my body. That means stretching regularly, doing agility drills, and working on improving my mechanics. I'm determined to have a successful season and stay healthy!

I can't wait for what's next in my baseball career. I've committed to play for Quincy University, one of the top 10 DII programs in the country.

No matter what happens in life, baseball has always been there for me. It's a part of who I am and I'm so grateful for that. As long as I keep working hard and never give up on myself, anything is possible! That's why I'm so excited to continue my journey and see what the next phase of my baseball career will bring. Here's to a summer travel season full of growth, success, and maybe even some wins!

Athletics

High School Information

2022 Sophomore Team
Starter
- Jersey: #9

Club Information

Seasons of Club Experience
2 seasons
2023 Elite Baseball Training (Chicago) (17U)
2022 Top Tier North (17U Travel)

Coach References

Travel / Club Coach
Chris Tierney
Private Coach
Mike "Big Mike" Blais
High School Assistant Coach
Brian Loring

Events

Camp/Event
Best in the US Showcase
8/01/23 to 8/02/23
Camp/Event
PBR Northwest Suburban Open
7/11/23 to 7/11/23
OF Alexander Clark (New Trier, 2024) was one of the top performers from this event. A left-handed hitter, Clark showed quick, loose hands and he peppered balls gap-to-gap throughout his round of BP. He worked on the barrel throughout and posted one of the highest exit velocities (92.2 mph) of the day. Aside from his efforts at the plate, Clark roamed around the outfield with comfort as well. Still on the market, Clark came away from this event as a follow uncommitted left-handed bat in the state’s 2024 class.
Camp/Event
PBR Classic
6/17/22 to 6/20/22
Alexander Clark, OF, 2024, New Trier (IL) Uncommitted. Lanky, high-waisted frame at 5-foot-11 160lbs with more room to add. At the plate, stands balanced and upright. Strides slightly in towards the pitcher before uncorking his sneaky strong and powerful lower half, with a quick and short stroke thru the zone. Allows his natural athleticism to take over as he separates creating whip action with the barrel. Will be one to keep an eye on as he continues to physically mature and add further strength.
Camp/Event
Baseball Factory All-In Showcase
2/21/22 to 2/21/22
Alexander is an athletic OF/LHP who has a promising future on the diamond. In the OF, defensive abilities are outstanding as he displays smooth / fluid actions. Feet are active as he works to get behind balls and plays with momentum to his target. Range will increase as he improves foot quickness. Throws are accurate with online carry (88 mph velocity) to his target. At the plate, he continues to shine, displaying well above average hitting abilities with outstanding power potential through a squared setup. Hands are quick (88 mph exit velocity) and work through an aggressive swing path. He stays inside the ball, utilizing all fields with gap to gap pop. Power will increase as he utilizes his lower half more efficiently. On the mound, he gathers over the rubber and separates his hands on time. He works with a loose arm and extends through on his release, staying inline towards the plate. With 2 years to further develop, Alexander has a lot of potential and will get looks from the collegiate coaches as he continues to progress his game.
Camp/Event
Perfect Game - 2022 Chicago Indoor Showcase
1/17/22 to 1/17/22
LATEST PG SHOWCASE REPORT 2022 CHICAGO INDOOR SHOWCASE 8 ABOUT PG GRADES HIT: 8 POWER: 8 FIELDING: 8.5 PITCHING: 7 Alexander Clark is a 2024 OF/LHP, 1B with a 5-10 157 lb. frame from Glencoe, IL who attends New Trier Township. Lean and athletic build with room to fill. Primary outfielder with good twitch and athleticism to his actions, fields the ball out front and comes through it well. Moves with smoothness and fluidity, can pick it well with the glove, shows an easy arm stroke with speed and strength. Good feel for the position. Secondary left-handed pitcher with a medium length arm action, shows normal flex and decent arm speed, comes from a three-quarters slot. Falls off towards his right and lands on the third base side of the mound, front side will fly open at times. Will improve command as he finds his release point consistently and stays directional with his body. Flashed a changeup and a curveball with 12-6 shape and good sink, will cut the curveball occasionally. Left-handed hitter with an even base and a hanging leg lift trigger. Coils back and loads well, showed present twitch in the swing. Gets the barrel out front with bat speed on a flat bat path, produced hard-hit liners up the middle consistently. Good barrel control, solid tools with good projection moving forward. Good student. Named to the 2022 Chicago Indoor Top Prospect List. AWARDS: Listed as 2022 and 2023 PG Preseason Underclassmen All American Teams. PG Grade 8. Top 10 Outfield Velo. Showcase Top Prospect List. Showcase Top Prospect Team.
Camp/Event
University of Illinois Baseball Showcase
8/29/21 to 8/29/21
Camp/Event
Perfect Game 2021 Great Lakes Prospect Showcase
8/21/21 to 8/22/21
Alexander Clark is a 2024 OF/LHP, 1B with a 5-10 150 lb. frame from Glencoe, IL who attends New Trier Township. He has a taller frame and a slender build with room to add strength. Primary outfielder that waited back on the ball and fields it off his front foot well. He has a long arm action and through with high intent. Secondary left-handed pitcher that has a swinging knee to belt leg kick. He lands slightly open with good lean on his follow through. He has a medium arm action and fires from a high 3/4 arm slot. His fastball is straight and his curveball is a slow breaking ball that has good shape that will become more sharp with development. Left-handed hitter that starts in a slightly open base and uses a leg lift trigger for timing. He has a deep hand load and showed nice bat speed through the zone. He is able to leverage the ball well into the gaps. Very good student.
Camp/Event
Prep Baseball Report GPA Games
8/08/21 to 8/08/21
Alexander Clark, New Trier (IL), 2024 Positional Profile: OF Body: 5-10, 150-pounds. Athletic frame, high waist. Projects. Hit: LHH. Upright stance with slight knee bend, bat coils at load, leg kick trigger. Uphill path to contact, intent to elevate, consistently worked the other way. Some rhythm, repeats. Power: 87.8 max exit velocity, averaged 69.5 mph. 292’ max distance. Arm: LH. OF - 79 mph. Shorter arm action with some poke on the backside, high 3/4 slot. Defense: Fields in a tempo'd and methodical rhythm, works around the baseball at times, glove plays out front. Long to release.
Camp/Event
Prep Baseball Report Underclass Trials
6/22/21 to 6/22/21
Alexander Clark, New Trier (IL), 2024 Positional Profile: OF/LHP Body: 5-10, 150-pounds. Hit: LHH. Balance, open stance. Short, uphill, swing, generates top spin. Power: 85.81 max exit velocity, averaged 77.97 mph. 293’ max distance. Arm: LH. OF - 78 mph. Long arm action, high 3/4 slot. Defense: Fluid footwork, clean exchange, plays through the ball.
Camp/Event
Perfect Game National Showcase
12/28/20 to 12/30/20
Alexander Clark is a 2024 OF/LHP/1B with a 5-10 150 lb. frame from Glencoe, IL who attends New Trier Township. Slender young athletic build with good length and plenty of physical projection. Left handed hitter, has a nice approach at the plate with a nice shift into contact, gets to his front side on time, hands are short and quick to the ball with good loose extension out front, hits with confidence, has potential offensively as he adds strength and physical maturity. Has athletic actions in the outfield with good balance and footwork for his age, arm action works well with developing arm strength and carry. Also pitched, 3/4's to low 3/4's arm slot, works down the mound well with good balanced mechanics. fastball topped out at 72 mph, mostly straight and thrown for strikes. Developing curveball. Just a matter of continuing to develop strength and add physical maturity. Positional Profile: LHP/OF Body: 6-0, 150-pounds. Hit: LHH. Tall, balanced setup, leg-kick, long stride, athletic pre-pitch actions. Short, fluid swing, aggressive intent, athletic action in swing, gap-to-gap approach. Power: 73 mph exit velocity from the tee. Arm: LH. OF - 75 mph. Long, athletic action, high 3/4 arm slot. Defense: Easy actions, clean exchange, plays through the baseball. Alexander Clark (2024 OF, Glencoe, IL)- is a projectable primary outfielder with loose hands and present bat speed. Displayed ability to repeat his swing well throughout his round, while producing numerous loud line drives to the middle of the field.