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: Paige Fenton
• Graduation Year: 2026
• Age: 17
• Height: 5'4"
• Primary Position: 2B
• Secondary Position: SS
• Bats/Throws: R/R
• Player Status: Uncommitted
• Team Level: Junior Varsity
• Player Number: 31
• School: Farmington
• Organization: Minnesota Renegades

Metrics Analysis

Speed & Agility

• 10 Yard Split: 1.949s (Rank: 58/112)
• Home to 1st: 3.258s (Rank: 56/112)
• 40 Yard Split: 5.966s (Rank: 59/112)
• 5-10-5 Shuttle: 5.217s (Rank: 25/112)

Hitting

• Exit Velocity: 63mph (Rank: 79/112)
• Vertical Bat Angle: 25deg
• Bat Speed: 54mph (Rank: 85/112)
• Peak Hand Speed: 19mph (Rank: 26/112)

Arm Strength

• Throwing Velocity: 54mph (Rank: 88/112)

Strength

Metrics data unavailable.

Performance Analysis

Speed & Agility

Paige demonstrates above-average agility with her 5-10-5 shuttle time ranking in the top 25% of participants. Her speed metrics (10 yard, home to 1st, and 40 yard) are slightly below average, ranking in the middle of the pack. There's room for improvement in straight-line speed to complement her good agility.

Hitting

Paige's hitting metrics show areas for development. Her exit velocity and bat speed are in the bottom third of participants, indicating a need to focus on power generation. However, her peak hand speed ranks relatively high (26th), suggesting good potential for quick bat control.

Arm Strength

With a throwing velocity of 54mph ranking 88th out of 112 participants, Paige's arm strength is an area that requires significant improvement, especially for her positions (2B/SS) which often require strong throws.

Overall Assessment

Paige Fenton demonstrates good agility and hand speed, which are valuable assets for her middle infield positions. Her agility, in particular, stands out as a strength that could be leveraged in her defensive play. However, there are several areas where improvement is needed to enhance her overall performance:

1. Speed: While not significantly below average, enhancing her straight-line speed could improve her range in the field and baserunning ability.

2. Hitting Power: Focusing on increasing bat speed and exit velocity should be a priority to improve offensive production.

3. Arm Strength: Significant improvement in throwing velocity is necessary to meet the demands of her positions, particularly for making plays from deep in the hole at shortstop.

4. Overall Strength: Although specific strength metrics were not available, improvements in this area could positively impact both hitting power and throwing velocity.

As an uncommitted junior varsity player, Paige has time to address these areas. A focused training program emphasizing strength, power, and throwing mechanics could lead to substantial improvements across all metrics. Her current agility and hand speed provide a good foundation to build upon as she works towards playing at higher levels.