2024 Top Gun Power 50 Prospects - Softball Metrics Event Report

Event Information

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

Player Profile: Mallory Closman

• Graduation Year: 2027
• Age: 15
• Height: 5'3"
• Primary Position: Shortstop (SS)
• Secondary Position: Center Field (CF)
• Bats/Throws: Right/Right
• Player Status: Uncommitted
• Team Level: TBD
• Player Number: 11
• School: Millard North
• Organization: Nebraska Gold

Metrics Analysis

Speed & Agility

• 10 Yard Split: 1.861s (Rank: 20/86)
• Home to 1st: 3.125s (Rank: 9/86)
• 40 Yard Split: 5.480s (Rank: 3/86)
• 5-10-5 Shuttle: 5.130s (Rank: 25/86)

Hitting

• Exit Velocity: 67 mph (Rank: 31/86)
• Vertical Bat Angle: 18 degrees
• Bat Speed: 60 mph (Rank: 48/86)
• Peak Hand Speed: 17 mph (Rank: 67/86)

Arm Strength

• Throwing Velocity: 55 mph (Rank: 62/86)

Strength

Metrics data unavailable.

Performance Analysis

Speed & Agility

Mallory demonstrates exceptional speed, particularly in longer distances. Her 40 Yard Split ranks 3rd among all participants, indicating elite straight-line speed. Her Home to 1st time is also impressive, ranking 9th. While her 10 Yard Split and 5-10-5 Shuttle times are above average, there's room for improvement in quick-burst acceleration and lateral agility.

Hitting

Mallory shows solid potential in hitting metrics. Her Exit Velocity ranks in the top half of participants (31st), suggesting good power generation. The Vertical Bat Angle of 18 degrees indicates a slightly upward swing path. Bat Speed is average (48th rank), while Peak Hand Speed (67th rank) suggests an area for improvement to enhance overall hitting performance.

Arm Strength

With a Throwing Velocity of 55 mph (ranking 62nd), Mallory's arm strength is below average for this event. This is an area that could benefit from focused training and development, especially considering her primary position as a shortstop.

Overall Assessment

Mallory Closman demonstrates exceptional speed and agility, which are valuable assets for her positions as shortstop and center field. Her top-tier 40 Yard Split and impressive Home to 1st time indicate she could be a significant threat on the basepaths and cover extensive ground in the field.

Her hitting metrics show promise, with above-average Exit Velocity suggesting good power potential. However, there's room for improvement in Bat Speed and Hand Speed, which could further enhance her hitting performance.

The area requiring the most attention is arm strength. Given her primary position as shortstop, improving throwing velocity should be a priority in her training regimen.

Overall, Mallory's speed and agility make her a standout prospect, particularly for positions requiring range. With focused development on her hitting mechanics and arm strength, she has the potential to become a well-rounded, high-performing player at the next level.