2024 Top Gun Power 50 Prospects - Softball Metrics 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: Ivey Sparkman

• Graduation Year: 2026
• Age: 16
• Height: 5'5"
• Positions: SS (Primary), UTL (Secondary)
• Bats/Throws: R/R
• Player Status: Uncommitted
• Team Level: Varsity
• Player Number: 2
• School: Prairie Grove (Class 4A)
• Organization: Legends Fastpitch

Accolades and Awards

• All Conference
• 24' Player of the Week
• 23' Player of the Week (2 times)

Metrics Analysis

Speed & Agility

• 10 Yard Split: 2.047s (Rank: 64/86)
• Home to 1st: 3.465s (Rank: 63/86)
• 40 Yard Split: 6.100s (Rank: 56/86)
• 5-10-5 Shuttle: 5.300s (Rank: 47/86)

Hitting

• Exit Velocity: 67mph (Rank: 34/86)
• Vertical Bat Angle: 21 degrees
• Bat Speed: 61mph (Rank: 45/86)
• Peak Hand Speed: 17mph (Rank: 68/86)

Arm Strength

• Throwing Velocity: 58mph (Rank: 39/86)

Performance Analysis

Speed & Agility

Ivey demonstrates average to below-average speed and agility compared to the event participants. Her 10-yard split and home-to-first times rank in the bottom quartile, indicating room for improvement in explosive starts and base running speed. Her 40-yard split shows slightly better performance, ranking just below the middle of the pack. Agility, as measured by the 5-10-5 shuttle, is her strongest area in this category, ranking near the middle of all participants.

Hitting

Ivey's hitting metrics show promise, particularly in exit velocity where she ranks in the top 40% of participants. This suggests good power potential. Her bat speed is slightly above average, ranking 45th out of 86 participants. However, her peak hand speed ranks lower, indicating an area for potential improvement in her swing mechanics to generate more power and bat speed.

Arm Strength

With a throwing velocity of 58mph, Ivey ranks in the top half of participants (39th out of 86). This arm strength is solid for a shortstop and utility player, allowing her to make plays from deep in the hole and contribute from multiple positions.

Overall Assessment

Ivey Sparkman demonstrates a balanced skill set with room for growth. Her hitting power, as evidenced by her exit velocity, is a standout attribute. Combined with her solid arm strength, these skills make her well-suited for her primary position at shortstop.

Areas for improvement include speed and agility, which could enhance her defensive range and base running capabilities. Focusing on explosive movements and first-step quickness could significantly improve her overall game.

Her versatility as a utility player, coupled with her hitting potential and arm strength, makes her an intriguing prospect. With continued development in her areas of opportunity, particularly in speed and swing mechanics, Ivey has the potential to become a more well-rounded and impactful player at the high school level and beyond.