Softball Metrics Event Report and Player Analysis

Event Information

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

Player Profile

• Name: Dakota Frizzell
• Graduation Year: 2026
• Age: 17
• Height: 5'7"
• Primary Position: RHP
• Secondary Position: 1B
• Bats/Throws: L/R
• Player Status: Uncommitted
• Team Level: Varsity
• Player Number: 14
• School: Choctaw High School
• Organization: Epic Fastpitch

Metrics Analysis

Speed & Agility

• 10 Yard Split: 1.989s (Rank: 74/112)
• Home to 1st: 3.304s (Rank: 63/112)
• 40 Yard Split: 6.014s (Rank: 67/112)

Hitting

• Exit Velocity: 66mph (Rank: 66/112)
• Vertical Bat Angle: 27deg
• Bat Speed: 59mph (Rank: 56/112)
• Peak Hand Speed: 16mph (Rank: 74/112)

Arm Strength

• Throwing Velocity: 52mph (Rank: 91/112)

Pitching

• Fastball Velocity: 57mph (Rank: 19/112)
• Fastball Spin: 1,053RPM (Rank: 19/112)
• Change-up Velocity: 41mph (Rank: 19/112)
• Change-up Spin: 986RPM (Rank: 10/112)
• Rise Ball Velocity: 55mph (Rank: 19/112)
• Rise Ball Spin: 1,176RPM (Rank: 12/112)
• Drop Ball Velocity: 57mph (Rank: 19/112)
• Drop Ball Spin: 1,147RPM (Rank: 2/112)

Performance Analysis

Speed & Agility

• Dakota's speed metrics show room for improvement, with rankings in the lower half of participants.
• The 10 yard split time of 1.989s indicates potential for quick initial acceleration.
• Home to 1st time of 3.304s suggests average base running speed for a left-handed batter.
• 40 yard split time of 6.014s indicates moderate overall speed.

Hitting

• Exit velocity of 66mph ranks in the middle of the pack, showing average power at the plate.
• Bat speed of 59mph (rank 56) suggests decent swing mechanics.
• Peak hand speed of 16mph (rank 74) indicates an area for potential improvement in swing dynamics.

Arm Strength

• Throwing velocity of 52mph ranks 91st, indicating below-average arm strength compared to other participants.

Pitching

• Fastball velocity of 57mph ranks 19th, showing good potential as a pitcher.
• Change-up velocity of 41mph (rank 19) demonstrates a good velocity difference from the fastball.
• Impressive spin rates, particularly on the drop ball (rank 2) and rise ball (rank 12), indicate potential for effective movement pitches.
• Consistent ranking (19th) across different pitch types suggests well-rounded pitching abilities.

Overall Assessment

Dakota Frizzell demonstrates strong potential as a right-handed pitcher with impressive spin rates on her pitches, particularly the drop ball and rise ball. Her pitching velocities are consistently ranked 19th across different pitch types, indicating a well-rounded pitching repertoire. While her hitting metrics are average, there's room for improvement in speed and arm strength. As a left-handed batter and right-handed thrower, Dakota offers versatility to her team. With continued focus on developing her pitching skills and improving her overall athleticism, Dakota could become a valuable asset to college programs, especially those looking for pitching depth