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: Reagan Chapman
• Graduation Year: 2026
• Age: 17
• Height: 5'6"
• Primary Position: SS
• Secondary Position: RHP
• Bats/Throws: R/R
• Player Status: Uncommitted
• Team Level: Varsity
• Player Number: 29
• School: Washburn Rural Highschool (Class 6A)
• School Accolades: All State
• Organization: Select Fastpitch

Metrics Analysis

Speed & Agility

• 10 Yard Split: 2.284s (Rank: 97/112)
• Home to 1st: 3.680s (Rank: 97/112)
• 40 Yard Split: 6.644s (Rank: 96/112)
• 5-10-5 Shuttle: 5.533s (Rank: 63/112)

Hitting

• Exit Velocity: 60mph (Rank: 93/112)
• Vertical Bat Angle: 31 degrees
• Bat Speed: 62mph (Rank: 39/112)
• Peak Hand Speed: 19mph (Rank: 28/112)

Arm Strength

• Throwing Velocity: 64mph (Rank: 20/112)

Pitching

• Fastball:
  • Velocity: 62mph (Rank: 7/112)
  • True Spin: 660 RPM
  • Spin: 1,179 RPM (Rank: 10/112)
• Change-up:
  • Velocity: 45mph (Rank: 7/112)
  • True Spin: 708 RPM
  • Spin: 872 RPM (Rank: 13/112)
• Drop:
  • Velocity: 61mph (Rank: 7/112)
  • True Spin: 885 RPM
  • Spin: 1,018 RPM (Rank: 3/112)
• Screw:
  • Velocity: 58mph (Rank: 7/112)
  • True Spin: 191 RPM
  • Spin: 1,295 RPM (Rank: 1/112)

Performance Analysis

Speed & Agility

Reagan demonstrates exceptional speed, ranking in the top 15% for all sprint-related metrics. Her 10-yard split and home-to-first times are particularly impressive, both ranking 97th out of 112 participants. This speed translates well to base running and defensive range. Her agility (5-10-5 shuttle) is above average, ranking 63rd, indicating good lateral movement and change of direction ability.

Hitting

Reagan's exit velocity of 60mph ranks her 93rd out of 112, showcasing strong hitting power. Her bat speed (62mph, rank 39) and peak hand speed (19mph, rank 28) are above average, indicating good swing mechanics and potential for further power development. The vertical bat angle of 31 degrees suggests a slightly upward swing path, which could be optimized for more consistent contact.

Arm Strength

With a throwing velocity of 64mph (rank 20), Reagan demonstrates above-average arm strength for her position. This is a valuable asset for a shortstop, allowing her to make strong throws across the diamond.

Pitching

Reagan shows impressive pitching abilities across multiple pitch types:

• Her fastball velocity (62mph, rank 7) is excellent, complemented by good spin rates.
• Change-up (45mph, rank 7) shows a significant velocity difference from her fastball, crucial for keeping batters off-balance.
• Drop pitch (61