2024 Top Gun Power 50 Prospects Event Report and Player Analysis

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: Kinsey Guinn

• Full Name: Kinsey Guinn
• Graduation Year: 2027
• Age: 15
• Height: 5'7"
• Primary Position: 3B
• Secondary Position: RHP
• Player Status: High School
• Team Level: Varsity
• Player Number: 10
• Schools of Interest: University of Oklahoma, Oklahoma State University–Stillwater, University of Arkansas, University of Central Arkansas

Metrics Analysis

Speed & Agility

• 10 Yard Split: 1.837s (Rank: 16/86)
• Home to 1st: 3.280s (Rank: 29/86)
• 40 Yard Split: 6.040s (Rank: 51/86)
• 5-10-5 Shuttle: 5.430s (Rank: 61/86)

Hitting

• Exit Velocity: 71mph (Rank: 11/86)
• Vertical Bat Angle: 27deg
• Bat Speed: 61mph (Rank: 43/86)
• Peak Hand Speed: 21mph (Rank: 4/86)

Arm Strength

• Throwing Velocity: 62mph (Rank: 11/86)

Pitching

• Fastball Velocity: 58mph (Rank: 12/86)
• Curve Velocity: 57mph (Rank: 12/86)
• Change Velocity: 49mph (Rank: 12/86)
• Rise Velocity: 57mph (Rank: 12/86)
• Drop Velocity: 57mph (Rank: 12/86)
• Screw Velocity: 55mph (Rank: 12/86)

Performance Analysis

Speed & Agility

• Kinsey demonstrates above-average speed in short distances, ranking 16th in the 10-yard split.
• Home to 1st time is solid, ranking 29th out of 86 participants.
• 40-yard split and shuttle times indicate room for improvement in overall speed and agility.

Hitting

• Excellent exit velocity, ranking 11th overall, indicating strong power potential.
• Vertical bat angle of 27 degrees suggests a slightly upward swing path.
• Bat speed is above average, ranking 43rd.
• Outstanding peak hand speed, ranking 4th, indicating quick hands through the hitting zone.

Arm Strength

• Strong throwing velocity, ranking 11th overall, which is beneficial for her primary position at 3B.

Pitching

• Consistent velocity across various pitch types, all ranking 12th out of 86 participants.
• Good velocity differentiation between fastball and change-up, with a 9mph difference.

Overall Assessment

Kinsey Guinn demonstrates strong potential as a two-way player, excelling in both infield and pitching roles. Her hitting metrics, particularly exit velocity and peak hand speed, suggest she could develop into a formidable power hitter. Her arm strength is a significant asset, beneficial for both her primary position at third base and her pitching duties.

While her speed and agility metrics show room for improvement, her quickness in short distances is promising. As a pitcher, Kinsey shows consistency across various pitch types, with velocities that rank her in the top 15% of participants.

Given her current skill set and potential for growth, Kinsey appears to be a strong prospect for collegiate-level play. Her versatility as both an infielder and pitcher adds significant value to her profile. Focusing on improving overall speed and agility could further enhance her defensive range and base-running capabilities.