The reactive strength index measurement of an athlete's explosiveness by comparing their jump height to the ground contact time in between their jumps. On a scale of 0-5.
Vertical Jump
A measure of any athlete's body strength and reach calculated from the flight time divided by the contact time.
Drew Kelly: OF, (2027) Southington High School, CT. 5-foot-8, 132-pound athletic proportional build. Solid projectable at the plate, Kelly had an exit velocity of 84 mph. (63.0 mph bat speed average). (19.8 mph hand speed average). Started in a tall balanced stance with a rhythmic load, then used a controlled stride. Has quick bat speed, short simple swing plane and level front foot finish. Was able to create some loud contact and found some barrels. Pull side approach. Solid in the outfield, his best throws to the infield topped out at 68 mph; showed smooth feet, a clean exchange, and soft hands. Fields the ball out front, movements laterally were developing. Consistent accuracy to the bag, used a loose arm action with a ¾ slot.
Exit Velocity: 84 mph
Arm Velocity: 68 mph
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Drew Kelly: OF, (2027) Southington High School, CT. 5-foot-8, 132-pound athletic proportional build. Solid projectable at the plate, Kelly had an exit velocity of 84 mph. (63.0 mph bat speed average). (19.8 mph hand speed average). Started in a tall balanced stance with a rhythmic load, then used a controlled stride. Has quick bat speed, short simple swing plane and level front foot finish. Was able to create some loud contact and found some barrels. Pull side approach. Solid in the outfield, his best throws to the infield topped out at 68 mph; showed smooth feet, a clean exchange, and soft hands. Fields the ball out front, movements laterally were developing. Consistent accuracy to the bag, used a loose arm action with a ¾ slot.
Exit Velocity: 84 mph
Arm Velocity: 68 mph