2024 Top Gun Power 50 Prospects - Softball Metrics Event Report

Event Information

• Event Type: Metrics
• Event Name: 2024 Top Gun Power 50 Prospects
• Event Date: Nov 17 2024, 8:00AM - 5:00PM CST
• Event Location: Washburn Indoor Athletic Facility - 1785 SW Durow Rd, Topeka, KS 66621
• Event Participants: 86
• States Represented: 12

Player Profile: Tatum Johnson

• Graduation Year: 2026
• Age: 16
• Height: 5'8"
• Positions: C/UTL (Primary: C, Secondary: UTL)
• Bats/Throws: R
• Player Status: Uncommitted
• Team Level: Varsity
• Player Number: 26
• School: Urbandale
• Organization: Softball Club of Iowa
• Coach: Rich Calvert (Softball Club of Iowa - 16U)

Metrics Analysis

Speed & Agility

• 10 Yard Split: 2.128s (Rank: 72/86)
• Home to 1st: 3.560s (Rank: 76/86)
• 40 Yard Split: 6.211s (Rank: 62/86)
• 5-10-5 Shuttle: 5.460s (Rank: 62/86)

Hitting

• Exit Velocity: 79mph (Rank: 1/86)
• Vertical Bat Angle: 28deg
• Bat Speed: 67mph (Rank: 9/86)
• Peak Hand Speed: 18mph (Rank: 45/86)

Arm Strength

• Throwing Velocity: 58mph (Rank: 42/86)

Catching

• Pop Time: 1.820s (Rank: 5/86)

Performance Analysis

Speed & Agility

Tatum's speed metrics indicate room for improvement. Her 10 yard split and home to 1st times rank in the bottom quartile of participants, suggesting a need to focus on explosive start and acceleration. Her 40 yard split and 5-10-5 shuttle times are slightly better, ranking in the middle of the pack, but still leave room for enhancement in overall speed and agility.

Hitting

Tatum excels in hitting metrics, particularly in exit velocity where she ranks 1st among all participants. Her bat speed is also impressive, ranking 9th. These metrics indicate strong hitting potential and the ability to drive the ball with power. Her vertical bat angle of 28 degrees suggests a good launch angle for line drives and potential home runs. Peak hand speed is average, ranking 45th, which could be an area for further development to complement her already strong hitting profile.

Arm Strength

With a throwing velocity of 58mph, ranking 42nd out of 86 participants, Tatum demonstrates average arm strength. As a catcher, there's potential to improve this aspect of her game to enhance her defensive capabilities.

Catching

Tatum's pop time of 1.820s is exceptional, ranking 5th among participants. This indicates excellent catching skills and quick transfer abilities, which are crucial for her primary position as a catcher.

Overall Assessment

Tatum Johnson demonstrates a strong skill set with exceptional potential in hitting and catching. Her standout performance in exit velocity and bat speed suggests she could be a formidable offensive player. Her excellent pop time also indicates strong defensive capabilities as a catcher.

Areas for improvement include overall speed and agility, which could enhance her base running and defensive range. While her arm strength is average, focused training could elevate this aspect of her game, particularly important for her catching position.

Given her current skill set, strong hitting metrics, and excellent pop time, Tatum shows promise as a high-level catching prospect. Her uncommitted status and strong performance in key areas make her a player to watch in the 2026 graduation class. Continued development in speed and arm strength could further elevate her profile as a well-rounded catcher with significant offensive upside.