87
Velocity (max)
6/06/24
CLASS OF 2026
RHP
3B
Branson
Blalock
Walnut Grove (HS) • GA
6' 1" • 165LBS
R/R • 16yr 7mo
6' 1" • 165LBS
R/R • 16yr 7mo
Rankings
2026 National
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2026 State
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Best Of Stats
Fastball
85 - 87
Velo Range
6/06/24
2149
Spin Rate (avg)
11/06/22
Changeup
68.9 - 70.3
Velo Range
11/06/22
1688
Spin Rate (avg)
11/06/22
Curveball
72 - 76
Velo Range
6/06/24
2364
Spin Rate (avg)
11/06/22
Slider
70 - 75
Velo Range
9/20/24
-
Spin Rate (avg)
85.6
Exit Velocity (max)
7/26/22
75.8
Exit Velocity (avg)
7/26/22
293
Distance (max)
7/26/22
70
Sweet Spot %
7/26/22
23.9
Hand Speed (max)
7/26/22
67.7
Bat Speed (max)
7/26/22
16
Rot. Acc (max)
11/06/22
-
Hard Hit %
7.55
60
1/08/23
-
30-yd
1.79
10-yd
1/08/23
17.7
Run speed (max)
1/08/23
81
INF Velo
7/26/22
-
OF Velo
-
C Velo
-
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Positional Tools
2023
2022
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60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
7.55
Infield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an infield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
79.0
Power / Speed Score
A simple calculation that divides the athlete’s Exit Velocity Max by the athlete’s 60 Yard Dash time for the given event year. For example, 98 MPH / 7.00s = 14.00.
11.1
Infield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an infield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
81.0
Hitting
2023
2022
Exit Velocity Max
The highest exit velocity of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
83.7
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
64.4
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
233
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
167
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
38.0
Hard Hit %
Percentage of batted balls with exit velocities over 95 MPH in the given event year.
Sweet Spot %
Percentage of batted balls in the given event year with a launch angle between 8° and 32°.
Line Drive %
Percentage of batted balls with launch angles between 10 and 25 degrees in the given event year.
Fly Ball %
Percentage of batted balls with launch angles between 25 and 50 degrees in the given event year.
Ground Ball %
Percentage of batted balls with launch angles below 10 degrees in the given event year.
Exit Velocity Max
The highest exit velocity of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
81.8
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
68.9
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
196
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
89
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
7.9
Hard Hit %
Percentage of batted balls with exit velocities over 95 MPH in the given event year.
Sweet Spot %
Percentage of batted balls in the given event year with a launch angle between 8° and 32°.
Line Drive %
Percentage of batted balls with launch angles between 10 and 25 degrees in the given event year.
Fly Ball %
Percentage of batted balls with launch angles between 25 and 50 degrees in the given event year.
Ground Ball %
Percentage of batted balls with launch angles below 10 degrees in the given event year.
Preseason All-State (Invite-Only)
Jan 8, 2023
Trackman - Hitting
83.7
Exit Velocity (max)
64.4
Exit Velocity (avg)
167
Distance (avg)
233
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Fall Campus Tour: University of Georgia
Nov 6, 2022
Trackman - Hitting
81.8
Exit Velocity (max)
68.9
Exit Velocity (avg)
89
Distance (avg)
196
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
PBR Junior Future Games
Jul 26, 2022
Trackman - Hitting
85.6
Exit Velocity (max)
75.8
Exit Velocity (avg)
192
Distance (avg)
293
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Hitting
2023
2022
Hand Speed Max
The highest Peak Hand Speed of any swing in the given event year.
21.5
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
20.8
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
61.7
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
60.3
Rotational Acceleration Max
The highest Rotational Acceleration of any swing in the given event year.
Rotational Acceleration Avg
The average Rotational Acceleration for all swings in the given event year.
On-Plane Efficiency Max
The highest On-Plane Efficiency of any swing in the given event year.
On-Plane Efficiency Avg
The average On-Plane Efficiency for all swings in the given event year.
Hand Speed Max
The highest Peak Hand Speed of any swing in the given event year.
23.9
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
20.9
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
67.7
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
61.1
Rotational Acceleration Max
The highest Rotational Acceleration of any swing in the given event year.
Rotational Acceleration Avg
The average Rotational Acceleration for all swings in the given event year.
On-Plane Efficiency Max
The highest On-Plane Efficiency of any swing in the given event year.
On-Plane Efficiency Avg
The average On-Plane Efficiency for all swings in the given event year.
Preseason All-State (Invite-Only)
Jan 8, 2023
Blast - Hitting
21.5
Hand Speed (max)
20.9
Hand Speed (avg)
61.7
Bat Speed (max)
60.3
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Fall Campus Tour: University of Georgia
Nov 6, 2022
Blast - Hitting
21.0
Hand Speed (max)
20.0
Hand Speed (avg)
61.4
Bat Speed (max)
57.3
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
PBR Junior Future Games
Jul 26, 2022
Blast - Hitting
23.9
Hand Speed (max)
21.9
Hand Speed (avg)
67.7
Bat Speed (max)
65.2
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Pitching
2023
2022
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
78.1
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
76.1
Fastball
Spin Rate Avg
The average rate of spin for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in rotations per minute (RPM).
2022
Fastball
Spin Score Avg
The average Bauer Units value of all fastballs in the given event year. Bauer Units are calculated for each pitch by dividing Spin Rate by Velocity.
26.6
Fastball
Total Movement Avg
The average total non-gravity movement for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in inches (in).
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
63.0
Curveball
Spin Rate Avg
The average rate of spin for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in rotations per minute (RPM).
2023
Curveball
Total Movement Avg
The average total non-gravity movement for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in inches (in).
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
68.2
Changeup
Spin Rate Avg
The average rate of spin for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in rotations per minute (RPM).
1478
Changeup
Total Movement Avg
The average total non-gravity movement for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in inches (in).
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
80.6
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
79.3
Fastball
Spin Rate Avg
The average rate of spin for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in rotations per minute (RPM).
2149
Fastball
Spin Score Avg
The average Bauer Units value of all fastballs in the given event year. Bauer Units are calculated for each pitch by dividing Spin Rate by Velocity.
27.1
Fastball
Total Movement Avg
The average total non-gravity movement for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in inches (in).
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
65.9
Curveball
Spin Rate Avg
The average rate of spin for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in rotations per minute (RPM).
2364
Curveball
Total Movement Avg
The average total non-gravity movement for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in inches (in).
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
69.6
Changeup
Spin Rate Avg
The average rate of spin for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in rotations per minute (RPM).
1688
Changeup
Total Movement Avg
The average total non-gravity movement for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in inches (in).
Preseason All-State (Invite-Only)
Jan 8, 2023
Trackman - Fastball
78.1
Velocity (max)
74.6 - 77.6
Velo Range
74.9
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,280
Spin Rate (max)
2,022
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Curveball
64.1
Velocity (max)
61.9 - 64.1
Velo Range
61.3
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,100
Spin Rate (max)
2,023
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - ChangeUp
68.6
Velocity (max)
67.9 - 68.5
Velo Range
67.3
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,705
Spin Rate (max)
1,478
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Fall Campus Tour: University of Georgia
Nov 6, 2022
Trackman - Fastball
80.6
Velocity (max)
78.3 - 80.3
Velo Range
79.7
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,419
Spin Rate (max)
2,149
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Curveball
67.0
Velocity (max)
65.3 - 66.5
Velo Range
65.1
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,497
Spin Rate (max)
2,364
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - ChangeUp
70.6
Velocity (max)
68.9 - 70.3
Velo Range
70.5
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,721
Spin Rate (max)
1,688
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Pitch Scores
2023
Fastball
Hop+
A fastball with hop has a flat approach angle and visually jumps through the zone. When thrown up in the zone, it is more likely to generate a higher swing and miss average. Hop+ of 100 is MLB average.
Fastball
Sink+
A fastball with sink has low backspin and drops through the strike zone. When thrown down in the zone, it is more likely to generate a higher ground ball percentage and lower launch angle. Sink+ of 100 is MLB average.
Fastball
Rise+
A fastball with rise has a high percentage of backspin. When thrown up in the zone, it is more likely to generate a higher fly ball percentage. Rise+ of 100 is MLB average
Curveball
Hammer+
A hammer breaking ball drops vertically with velocity through the zone, or 12-to-6 movement. Hammer+ of 100 is MLB average.
Curveball
Sweep+
A sweeping breaking ball moves horizontally with velocity through the zone. Sweep+ of 100 is MLB average.
Pitching Velos
2024
2023
2022
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
87.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
84.2
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
69.8
Slider
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
72.5
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
81.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
77.5
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
65.0
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
68.5
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
81.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
79.2
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
65.8
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
69.5
Game Performance
2023
10 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-10-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
1.79
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-60-yard time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
7.55
Top Speed (MPH)
The athlete's fastest split time converted to miles per hour.
RSi
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.
Preseason All-State (Invite-Only)
Jan 8, 2023
Swift
1.79
10-yd
7.55
60-yd
17.8
Run speed (max)
1.73
RSi (max)
1.73
RSi (avg)
1,227
Jump Power (max)
22.4
Jump Height (max)
21.0
Jump Height (avg)
Fall Campus Tour: University of Georgia
Nov 6, 2022
Swift
1.78
10-yd
7.33
60-yd
18.4
Run speed (max)
1,304
Jump Power (max)
25.0
Jump Height (max)
25.0
Jump Height (avg)
PBR Junior Future Games
Jul 26, 2022
Swift
1.76
10-yd
4.11
30-yd
7.52
60-yd
18.0
Run speed (max)
8.0
Run Speed (avg)
2.27
RSi (max)
2.27
RSi (avg)
1,328
Jump Power (max)
26.5
Jump Height (max)
26.5
Jump Height (avg)
Visual Edge
Pitch Ai
Notes
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Uncommitted. The Junior Future Game alum had a strong game 2 in the first round of the playoffs vs a strong Lovett team. Blalock produced hard contact multiple times with a 2 RBI double off the CF wall late in the game. The long framed RHH gets his barrel through the zone well staying short/compact to the ball. Blalock looks to continue to grow and have a strong summer.
Positional Profile: RHP/3B Potential.
Body: 6-1, 165-pounds. Large frame, coat hanger shoulders, long levers.
Delivery: Upright delivery with good rhythm between hands and lift knee. Short strider who creates considerable downhill trajectory because of it. With his patience over the rubber in stride, I would like to see him lengthen that stride to create more separation and extension.
Arm Action: RH. clean, one piece arm action that builds considerable momentum from start to finish (H3/4 Slot).
FB: T78.1, 75-78 mph. Steep plane, late run. T2280, 2022 average rpm.
CB: 62-64 mph. Sharp, tight action, downward tilt. T2100, 2023 average rpm.
CH: 68-69 mph. Fade. T1705, 1478 average rpm.
Positional Profile: RHP/3B Potential.
Body: 6-1, 165-pounds. Large frame, coat hanger shoulders, long levers.
Hits: RHH. Unique crouched setup with barrel angled flat, nice active rhythm in hands off back shoulder near hitting slot. Smooth leg kick, stacks backside pretty well in stride. Sweeping path with loft when he gets it right. Very good feel for inside out swing, needs to develop front arm shrink to turn barrel in tight space so he can't be beat inside. Has all the athleticism to do it.
Power: 84 max exit velocity, averaged 64.4 MPH. 233' max distance. Backspin barrels to right center.
Arm: RH. INF-79 mph.Fluid, one piece arm action from H3/4 slot.
Defense: Footwork is solid for length and age, sure hands. Smooth exchange.
Run: 7.55 runner in the 60.
GA Preseason All State
This is an exceptional athlete who oozes projection in a lengthy, 6’2 165 frame. While he didn’t have his best day at the plate, he was very impressive on the mound. Blalock has a very clean, one piece arm action that builds considerable momentum from start to finish. The 76-79 FB jumps out of his hand from a H3/4 slot on an extremely steep plane and late run. The pitch averaged 19 IVB and had one of the higher release heights in the event. His 62-65 CB was very sharp for its velocity, to the point where I expected it to be in the 65-68 range. It has tight action and considerable downward tilt