@rustynelson2029 89
Velocity (max)
2/07/26
CLASS OF 2029
RHP
OF
Russell
Nelson
Casteel (HS) • AZ
6' 0" • 188.3LBS
R/R • 16yr
Travel Team: Ghost National 15U
6' 0" • 188.3LBSR/R • 16yr
Travel Team: Ghost National 15U
Rankings
2029 National
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2029 State
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Best Of Stats
Fastball
87 - 89
Velo Range
2/07/26
2160
Spin Rate (avg)
4/27/24
Changeup
78 - 80
Velo Range
2/07/26
1641
Spin Rate (avg)
4/27/24
Curveball
75 - 78
Velo Range
5/30/25
-
Spin Rate (avg)
Slider
78 - 82
Velo Range
5/30/25
2286
Spin Rate (avg)
2/07/26
100.8
Exit Velocity (max)
2/07/26
90.7
Exit Velocity (avg)
2/07/26
336
Distance (max)
4/27/24
56
Sweet Spot %
4/27/24
21.3
Hand Speed (max)
2/07/26
76.2
Bat Speed (max)
2/07/26
13.7
Rot. Acc (max)
2/07/26
67
Hard Hit %
2/07/26
7.10
60-yd
4/27/24
3.91
30-yd
4/27/24
1.63
10-yd
2/07/26
19.2
Run speed (max)
4/27/24
-
INF Velo
91
OF Velo
2/07/26
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C Velo
-
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Game Performance
Notes
News
- Arizona's Nationally Ranked 2029s - Sep 3, 2026
- 2026 Preseason Underclass All-State Team: Arizona’s Top 2028 & 2029 Talent - Feb 24, 2026
- Arizona Class of 2029: Spring Rankings Update - Feb 19, 2026
- Preseason All-State Underclass: Quick Hits (2/7) - Feb 11, 2026
- Most Viewed Profiles of the Year: No.19: Russell Nelson - Dec 12, 2025
- Arizona's Most Viewed Profiles - April - May 6, 2025
- Arizona Rising Stars ID (Session II): Positional Data Dive - Apr 30, 2024
- Arizona Rising Stars ID (Session II): Pitching Data Dive - Apr 30, 2024
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Positional Profile: RHP/OF
Body: 6-0, 188-pounds.
Hit: RHH. Even stance with feet at shoulder width. Hands set just above the shoulder and back with slight barrel tilt at launch. Strides to even. Quiet hands that work direct to the ball. Swings with intent and shows athleticism and balance in the box. Works to all fields with some thump. Pure hitter. 72.5 mph bat speed with 10 G's of rotational acceleration.
Power: 101 max exit velocity, averaged 90.7 mph. 328' max distance.
Arm: RH. OF-91 mph. Longer arm action but gets the ball out effectively. Shows carry on throws to home plate and consistently works through the target while staying on line.
Defense: Athletic mover who works through the baseball well. Gets downhill quickly and stays balanced while maintaining momentum toward the target. Covers ground efficiently and fields the ball with controlled actions.
ATH: 7.17 runner in the 60. 1.63 and 3.92 in the 10 and 30 yard splits. 29.90 max vertical.
Vizual Edge: 69.92 Edge Score
Russell Nelson, a promising outfielder and right-handed pitcher in the 2029 class, made a significant impression at the Junior Future Games while representing Team Arizona. Set to attend Casteel High School following his 8th-grade year, Nelson is emerging as one of the top prospects to watch in his class. His performance on the mound was particularly noteworthy, as he showcased a powerful fastball that touched 86 mph during the final game for Team Arizona, demonstrating his ability to compete at a high level. As he continues to develop, he is expected to be a key contributor for Casteel High School and a prospect to keep an eye on in the coming years.