2024 Top Gun Power 50 Prospects Event Report

Event Information

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

Player Profile

• Name: Jersey Metz
• Graduation Year: 2026
• Age: 16
• Height: 5'4"
• Primary Position: RHP
• Secondary Position: OF
• Bats/Throws: R/R
• Player Status: Uncommitted
• Team Level: Varsity
• Player Number: 17
• School: Williamsburg (Class 3A)
• Organization: Southeast Iowa AllStars

Metrics Analysis

Speed & Agility

• 10 Yard Split: 1.792s (Rank: 8/86)
• Home to 1st: 3.218s (Rank: 19/86)
• 40 Yard Split: 5.984s (Rank: 46/86)
• 5-10-5 Shuttle: 5.700s (Rank: 76/86)

Hitting

• Exit Velocity: 65mph (Rank: 44/86)
• Vertical Bat Angle: 56deg
• Bat Speed: 30mph (Rank: 80/86)
• Peak Hand Speed: 18mph (Rank: 52/86)

Arm Strength

• Throwing Velocity: 57mph (Rank: 44/86)

Pitching

• Fastball Velocity: 57mph (Rank: 13/86)
• Curve Velocity: 56mph (Rank: 13/86)
• Change Velocity: 42mph (Rank: 13/86)
• Rise Velocity: 55mph (Rank: 13/86)
• Drop Velocity: 50mph (Rank: 13/86)

Performance Analysis

Speed & Agility

Jersey demonstrates excellent initial acceleration, ranking 8th in the 10 Yard Split. Her home to first time is also strong, placing 19th among participants. However, her 40 Yard Split and 5-10-5 Shuttle times suggest room for improvement in sustained speed and lateral agility.

Hitting

Jersey's exit velocity is average for the group, ranking 44th. Her bat speed is an area for improvement, ranking 80th. The vertical bat angle of 56 degrees suggests a slightly upward swing path. Peak hand speed is mid-range, indicating potential for development in hitting mechanics.

Arm Strength

With a throwing velocity of 57mph, Jersey ranks 44th, suggesting average arm strength for this group of prospects.

Pitching

Jersey's pitching metrics are impressive, consistently ranking 13th across all pitch types. Her fastball and curve velocities are particularly notable, matching at 57mph and 56mph respectively. The ability to maintain velocity across different pitch types indicates good overall arm strength and pitching mechanics.

Overall Assessment

Jersey Metz demonstrates strong potential as a right-handed pitcher with outfield capabilities. Her pitching metrics are particularly impressive, showing consistency across various pitch types and ranking in the top 15% of participants. Her initial speed burst is excellent, which is valuable for both pitching and outfield play.

Areas for improvement include sustained speed, agility, and batting mechanics, particularly bat speed. Given her current performance and age, Jersey has a solid foundation to build upon, especially in her primary position as a pitcher. Her versatility as an outfielder adds value to her prospect profile.

With continued development in her hitting and overall athleticism, combined with her already strong pitching performance, Jersey could become a well-rounded and highly competitive player at the next level.