Megan Marshall
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: Megan Marshall
- Graduation Year: 2026
- Age: 16
- Height: 5'6"
- Primary Position: 2B
- Secondary Position: SS
- Bats/Throws: L/R
- Player Status: Uncommitted
- Team Level: Varsity
- Player Number: 04
- School Name: Gretna
- Organization: Nebraska Gold
Metrics Analysis
Speed & Agility
- 10 Yard Split: 2.013s (Rank: 80/112)
- Home to 1st: 3.290s (Rank: 61/112)
- 40 Yard Split: 5.745s (Rank: 38/112)
- 5-10-5 Shuttle: 5.829s (Rank: 85/112)
Hitting
- Exit Velocity: 53mph (Rank: 95/112)
- Vertical Bat Angle: 39deg
- Bat Speed: 51mph (Rank: 93/112)
- Peak Hand Speed: 14mph (Rank: 92/112)
Arm Strength
- Throwing Velocity: 55mph (Rank: 83/112)
Performance Analysis
Speed & Agility
Megan demonstrates excellent initial acceleration, ranking 80th in the 10-yard split. Her agility is also a strong point, with a 5-10-5 shuttle rank of 85. However, her 40-yard split rank (38) suggests room for improvement in sustained speed over longer distances.
Hitting
Megan's hitting metrics are impressive across the board. Her exit velocity ranks 95th, indicating significant power at the plate. High rankings in bat speed (93rd) and peak hand speed (92nd) suggest a quick, powerful swing. The vertical bat angle of 39 degrees indicates a slightly upward swing path, which could contribute to her power numbers.
Arm Strength
With a throwing velocity of 55mph ranking 83rd, Megan shows above-average arm strength for her position, which is beneficial for a middle infielder.
Overall Assessment
Megan Marshall demonstrates exceptional potential as a middle infielder with a strong offensive skillset. Her standout hitting metrics, particularly in exit velocity and bat speed, suggest she could be a powerful offensive threat. Her agility and initial speed are assets for her defensive positions (2B/SS), though there's room to improve her top-end speed. Her arm strength is solid, complementing her defensive capabilities. Given her current performance and young age, Megan shows promise as a well-rounded player with the potential to excel at higher levels of competition.