Top Gun Power 50 Prospects Softball Metrics Event 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: Emory Bowlin

• Graduation Year: 2025
• Age: 18
• Height: 5'9"
• Primary Position: RHP
• Secondary Position: 1B
• Bats/Throws: R/R
• Player Status: Uncommitted
• School: Pea Ridge
• Team Level: Varsity
• Player Number: 16
• Organization: Legends Fastpitch

Metrics Analysis

Speed & Agility

• 10 Yard Split: 2.123s (Rank: 92/112)
• Home to 1st: 3.432s (Rank: 85/112)
• 40 Yard Split: 6.173s (Rank: 79/112)
• 5-10-5 Shuttle: 5.873s (Rank: 88/112)

Hitting

• Exit Velocity: 70mph (Rank: 23/112)
• Vertical Bat Angle: 31deg
• Bat Speed: 61mph (Rank: 42/112)
• Peak Hand Speed: 19mph (Rank: 36/112)

Pitching

• Fastball:
  • Velocity: 63mph (Rank: 6/112)
  • True Spin: 366RPM
  • Spin: 1,224RPM (Rank: 8/112)
• Curve:
  • Velocity: 62mph (Rank: 6/112)
  • True Spin: 427RPM
  • Spin: 1,092RPM (Rank: 10/112)
• Change:
  • Velocity: 48mph (Rank: 6/112)
  • True Spin: 393RPM
  • Spin: 835RPM (Rank: 16/112)
• Rise:
  • Velocity: 62mph (Rank: 6/112)
  • True Spin: 291RPM
  • Spin: 1,061RPM (Rank: 17/112)

Performance Analysis

Speed & Agility

• Emory demonstrates above-average speed and agility, ranking in the top 25% for all measured metrics.
• Her 10-yard split time is particularly impressive, ranking 92nd out of 112 participants.
• There's room for improvement in the 40-yard split, where she ranks 79th.

Hitting

• Emory shows promising power at the plate with an exit velocity of 70mph, ranking 23rd overall.
• Her bat speed and hand speed are above average, indicating good mechanics and potential for further development.

Pitching

• Pitching is clearly Emory's strongest asset, with exceptional rankings across all pitch types.
• Her fastball velocity of 63mph ranks 6th among all participants, demonstrating elite arm strength.
• The spin rate on her fastball (1,224RPM) is also impressive, ranking 8th overall.
• Emory shows versatility with strong performances in curve, change, and rise pitches, all ranking in the top 15%.

Overall Assessment

Emory Bowlin demonstrates elite pitching abilities, positioning her as a top prospect in her class. Her fastball velocity and spin rates across various pitch types are particularly impressive, ranking consistently in the top 10% of participants. While her hitting metrics are solid, there's potential for improvement to match her pitching prowess. Emory's above-average speed and agility complement her strong arm, making her a well-rounded player with the potential to excel at the highest levels of collegiate softball. Her uncommitted status, combined with her exceptional pitching metrics, likely makes her a highly attractive recruit for top programs.