Top Gun Power 50 Prospects - Player Metrics Report

Event Information

• Event Type: Metrics
• Event Name: Top Gun Power 50 Prospects presented by Dicks Sporting Goods
• Date: Nov 18 2023, 8:15AM - 7:30PM CST
• Location: Griffon Indoor Sports Complex - 4525 Downs Dr, St. Joseph, MO 64507
• Participants: 112
• States Represented: 13

Player Profile: Saige Bacon

• Graduation Year: 2025
• Age: 17
• Height: 5'7"
• Positions: 3B (Primary), 1B (Secondary)
• Bats/Throws: L/R
• Player Status: Uncommitted
• Team Level: Varsity
• Player Number: 18
• School: Choctaw High School
• Organization: Epic Fastpitch
• Schools of Interest: University of Tulsa, University of Texas at El Paso

Metrics Analysis

Speed & Agility

• 10 Yard Split: 1.884s (Rank: 36/112)
• Home to 1st: 3.165s (Rank: 33/112)
• 40 Yard Split: 5.687s (Rank: 32/112)
• 5-10-5 Shuttle: 5.106s (Rank: 13/112)

Hitting

• Exit Velocity: 68mph (Rank: 47/112)
• Vertical Bat Angle: 34deg
• Bat Speed: 57mph (Rank: 71/112)
• Peak Hand Speed: 16mph (Rank: 76/112)

Arm Strength

• Throwing Velocity: 61mph (Rank: 36/112)

Performance Analysis

Speed & Agility

• Saige demonstrates above-average speed and agility, particularly in the 5-10-5 shuttle where she ranks 13th out of 112 participants.
• Her 10 yard split, home to 1st, and 40 yard split times are all in the top third of participants, indicating good overall speed.
• The 5-10-5 shuttle performance suggests excellent lateral quickness and change of direction ability, which is crucial for her primary position at 3B.

Hitting

• Exit velocity of 68mph ranks in the middle of the pack (47th), suggesting average raw power.
• Bat speed (57mph) and peak hand speed (16mph) are in the bottom third of participants, indicating areas for potential improvement.
• The vertical bat angle of 34 degrees is noteworthy, but without context on optimal angles, it's difficult to assess its impact on her swing.

Arm Strength

• Throwing velocity of 61mph ranks 36th out of 112, placing Saige in the top third of participants.
• This arm strength is suitable for her primary position at 3B and secondary at 1B, allowing for strong throws across the diamond.

Overall Assessment

Saige Bacon demonstrates a well-rounded skill set with particular strengths in agility and decent arm strength. Her speed metrics suggest she could be an asset on the basepaths and in defensive coverage. While her hitting metrics show room for improvement, particularly in bat and hand speed, her exit velocity indicates potential that could be further developed. Her arm strength is a positive attribute for her infield positions. To enhance her prospects, Saige should focus on improving her swing mechanics to increase bat and hand speed, which could lead to better power numbers. Her agility is a standout feature that coaches should note, as it translates well to defensive prowess at third base.