Commitment Corner: 2021 RHP Roman Kimball (New Hartford)
January 23, 2020
We are excited to have back one of our more popular features which gives an in-depth look not only to the baseball side of commitments across New York but also a quick look into their personal side.
Roman Kimball
Class of 2021 / RHP
Player Information
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Graduating Class: 2021
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Primary Position: RHP
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High School: P27 AcademyState: SC
- Summer Team: East Coast Lumberjacks
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Height: 5-11Weight: 175lbs
- Bat/Throw: R/R
Statistics
Pitching
95
Max FB
(02/07/21)
92 - 94
FB
(02/07/21)
76 - 78
CB
(02/07/21)
84 - 86
CH
(02/07/21)
83 - 85
SL
(02/07/21)
Position
7.65
60-yard
(09/23/18)
82
INF Velo
72
Exit Velo
Trackman - Fastball
94.5
Velocity (max)
(02/07/21)
91.7 - 93.8
Velo Range
(02/07/21)
91.3
Eff Velocity (avg)
(02/07/21)
2543
Spin Rate (max)
(02/07/21)
2441
Spin Rate (avg)
(02/07/21)
IVB (max)
(02/07/21)
IVB (avg)
(02/07/21)
HM (max)
(02/07/21)
HM (avg)
(02/07/21)
Extension (avg)
(02/07/21)
Release Ht (avg)
(02/07/21)
Spin Score (max)
(02/07/21)
Zone %
(02/07/21)
Super 60 Pro Showcase
Feb 7, 2021
Trackman - Fastball
Velocity (max)
94.5
Velo Range
91.7 - 93.8
Eff Velocity (avg)
91.3
Spin Rate (max)
2543
Spin Rate (avg)
2441
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Curveball
78.5
Velocity (max)
(02/07/21)
75.6 - 77.8
Velo Range
(02/07/21)
75.1
Eff Velocity (avg)
(02/07/21)
2811
Spin Rate (max)
(02/07/21)
2720
Spin Rate (avg)
(02/07/21)
IVB (max)
(02/07/21)
IVB (avg)
(02/07/21)
HM (max)
(02/07/21)
HM (avg)
(02/07/21)
Extension (avg)
(02/07/21)
Release Ht (avg)
(02/07/21)
Spin Score (max)
(02/07/21)
Zone %
(02/07/21)
Super 60 Pro Showcase
Feb 7, 2021
Trackman - Curveball
Velocity (max)
78.5
Velo Range
75.6 - 77.8
Eff Velocity (avg)
75.1
Spin Rate (max)
2811
Spin Rate (avg)
2720
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Slider
84.9
Velocity (max)
(02/07/21)
83.4 - 84.6
Velo Range
(02/07/21)
83.6
Eff Velocity (avg)
(02/07/21)
2714
Spin Rate (max)
(02/07/21)
2623
Spin Rate (avg)
(02/07/21)
IVB (max)
(02/07/21)
IVB (avg)
(02/07/21)
HM (max)
(02/07/21)
HM (avg)
(02/07/21)
Extension (avg)
(02/07/21)
Release Ht (avg)
(02/07/21)
Spin Score (max)
(02/07/21)
Zone %
(02/07/21)
Super 60 Pro Showcase
Feb 7, 2021
Trackman - Slider
Velocity (max)
84.9
Velo Range
83.4 - 84.6
Eff Velocity (avg)
83.6
Spin Rate (max)
2714
Spin Rate (avg)
2623
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - ChangeUp
86.2
Velocity (max)
(02/07/21)
84.5 - 86.0
Velo Range
(02/07/21)
83.7
Eff Velocity (avg)
(02/07/21)
2250
Spin Rate (max)
(02/07/21)
2076
Spin Rate (avg)
(02/07/21)
IVB (max)
(02/07/21)
IVB (avg)
(02/07/21)
HM (max)
(02/07/21)
HM (avg)
(02/07/21)
Extension (avg)
(02/07/21)
Release Ht (avg)
(02/07/21)
Spin Score (max)
(02/07/21)
Zone %
(02/07/21)
Super 60 Pro Showcase
Feb 7, 2021
Trackman - ChangeUp
Velocity (max)
86.2
Velo Range
84.5 - 86
Eff Velocity (avg)
83.7
Spin Rate (max)
2250
Spin Rate (avg)
2076
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Vizual_Edge
Pitch_Scores
Pitch Scores - Fastball
Hop+
(02/07/21)
Rise+
(02/07/21)
Sink+
(02/07/21)
Pitch Scores - Curveball
Hammer+
(02/07/21)
Sweep+
(02/07/21)
Pitch Scores - Slider
Hammer+
(02/07/21)
Sweep+
(02/07/21)
the kimball file
TELL US MORE...
The offseason is upon us. Tell us a little about your off-season training:
From October - December I do not throw off a mound to give my arm a rest. I take 10 weeks off completely and then progress slowly into long tossing twice a week which is very important. I workout 5 times a week along with a throwing program on off days. I do a lot of leg and core workouts because that’s where most of your power comes from when pitching. Beginning of January I will begin to throw off the mound again and get back into the swing of things.
Baseball is a game built on adversity & failure. How have you dealt with the the ups & downs the game brings? Who might have helped you along the way?
You just have to keep pushing yourself to keep getting better. When I was younger failure wouldn’t get to my head where now I just look past it and focus on what’s going on now instead of in the past. Baseball is a very mental game and you just have to want it more than everyone else and push yourself to get better every single day. My parents for sure and all my coaches who have been a part of my journey. Friends who have always believed in me saying I can do anything. And teachers who have helped me get good grades to be able to go to a great school for not only athletics but academics.
You just have to keep pushing yourself to keep getting better. When I was younger failure wouldn’t get to my head where now I just look past it and focus on what’s going on now instead of in the past. Baseball is a very mental game and you just have to want it more than everyone else and push yourself to get better every single day. My parents for sure and all my coaches who have been a part of my journey. Friends who have always believed in me saying I can do anything. And teachers who have helped me get good grades to be able to go to a great school for not only athletics but academics.
Who is your biggest influence in the game today?
Derek Jeter because of the way he composed himself. He never showed that he was better than anyone else. He was classy and respectful of the game which just makes him one of the greatest ever.
Derek Jeter because of the way he composed himself. He never showed that he was better than anyone else. He was classy and respectful of the game which just makes him one of the greatest ever.
Best player you ever shared the field with and why?
Avery Cook. Me and and Avery have known each other for years and he has always been a role model for me. Avery composed himself in a way I have never seen. He shows respect for the game and doesn’t show anybody up and is a very humble person which I think is very important in good players.
Avery Cook. Me and and Avery have known each other for years and he has always been a role model for me. Avery composed himself in a way I have never seen. He shows respect for the game and doesn’t show anybody up and is a very humble person which I think is very important in good players.
How has your experience been with Prep Baseball Report?
It has been fantastic. All the events are always great and fun. Other people should go to showcases because its a chance to be seen by schools. If you want to play baseball in college you should definitely go to a PBR showcase.
It has been fantastic. All the events are always great and fun. Other people should go to showcases because its a chance to be seen by schools. If you want to play baseball in college you should definitely go to a PBR showcase.
QUICK HITS
Favorite Food?
Pizza
Favorite Food?
Pizza
Favorite Movie?
Field of Dreams
Field of Dreams
Favorite MLB Player?
Derek Jeter
Go to game day or workout music?
Rap music
Rap music
Most embarrassing moment on a ball-field?
Missing a line drive right at me that I would catch 100 out of 100 times in my first game with my new team.
Missing a line drive right at me that I would catch 100 out of 100 times in my first game with my new team.
IN CLOSING...
The ultimate long term goal is what?
Play Professional Baseball
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UPCOMING EVENTS
| SHOWCASE | STATE | DATE | LOCATION |
| Super 60 Pro Showcase | NATIONAL | 02/02 | The MAX - McCook, IL |
| 2020 Preseason All-State - Southern Tier | NY | 02/14 | 434 Sportsplex |
| 2020 Preseason All-State - Hudson Valley | NY | 02/15 | Paul Gerry Fieldhouse |
| 2020 Preseason All-State - WNY | NY | 02/17 | Total Sports Experience (Gates) |
| 2020 Preseason All-State - CNY | NY | 02/18 | Accelerate Sports |
| 2020 Preseason All-State - Capital Region | NY | 02/19 | All-Stars Academy |
| 2020 Preseason All-State - Long Island | NY | 02/20 | Long Island Sports Complex |
| 2020 Jr. NYS Games Trials - Downstate | NY | 02/21 | Warriors Baseball Academy |
| 2020 Preseason All-State - Downstate | NY | 02/21 | Warriors Baseball Academy |
| 2020 NJ/NY/PA Committed Player ProCase | NY | 02/23 | Keystone Baseball Academy |
| 2020 Jr. NYS Games Trials - Upstate | NY | 03/01 | 434 Sportsplex |
| 2020 Northeast JUCO Day | NY | 06/03 | Dutchess Stadium |
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