22.9
Hand Speed (max)
2/04/23
CLASS OF 2024
C
3B
Aiden
Simmons
Plainfield North (HS) • IL
6' 2" • 165LBS
R/R • 18yr 7mo
Travel Team: JR Stars 2024
6' 2" • 165LBS
R/R • 18yr 7mo
Travel Team: JR Stars 2024
Rankings
2024 National
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2024 State
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Commitment
Best Of Stats
74.7
Bat Speed (max)
10/17/21
9.7
Rot. Acc (max)
10/17/21
-
Hard Hit %
87.1
Exit Velocity (max)
2/26/22
82.3
Exit Velocity (avg)
10/17/21
303
Distance (max)
2/04/23
73
Sweet Spot %
10/17/21
7.38
60
2/26/22
4.09
30-yd
2/04/23
1.8
10-yd
2/04/23
18.5
Run speed (max)
2/04/23
-
INF Velo
-
OF Velo
75
C Velo
2/04/23
2.02 - 2.12
Pop Time
2/04/23
Fastball
79
Velocity (max)
6/29/20
77 - 78
Velo Range
6/29/20
-
Spin Rate (avg)
Changeup
63 - 70
Velo Range
6/29/20
-
Spin Rate (avg)
Curveball
58 - 64
Velo Range
6/29/20
-
Spin Rate (avg)
Positional Tools
2023
2022
2021
2020
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60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
7.40
Pop Time
The athlete's fastest pop time in the given event year. Measured from glove to glove, in seconds (s).
2.02 - 2.12
Catcher Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from the catcher position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
75.0
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.
11.2
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
7.38
Pop Time
The athlete's fastest pop time in the given event year. Measured from glove to glove, in seconds (s).
2.03 - 2.08
Catcher Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from the catcher position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
75.0
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.
11.8
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
7.43
Pop Time
The athlete's fastest pop time in the given event year. Measured from glove to glove, in seconds (s).
2.12 - 2.21
Catcher Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from the catcher position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
74.0
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.
11.7
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
7.50
Pop Time
The athlete's fastest pop time in the given event year. Measured from glove to glove, in seconds (s).
2.10 - 2.25
Catcher Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from the catcher position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
74.0
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.
10.0
Hitting
2023
2022
2021
Exit Velocity Max
The highest exit velocity of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
82.8
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
74.2
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
303
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
196
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
21.4
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).
87.1
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
71.7
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
232
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
145
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
7.8
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).
87.0
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
82.3
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
279
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
195
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
17.4
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.
Aurora Preseason ID
Feb 4, 2023
Trackman - Hitting
82.8
Exit Velocity (max)
74.2
Exit Velocity (avg)
196
Distance (avg)
303
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Preseason All-State: Underclass (Invite-Only)
Feb 26, 2022
Trackman - Hitting
87.1
Exit Velocity (max)
71.7
Exit Velocity (avg)
145
Distance (avg)
232
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Underclass Showcase
Oct 17, 2021
Trackman - Hitting
87.0
Exit Velocity (max)
82.3
Exit Velocity (avg)
195
Distance (avg)
279
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Hitting
2023
2022
2021
Hand Speed Max
The highest Peak Hand Speed of any swing in the given event year.
22.9
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
22.0
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
67.4
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
64.6
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.
20.7
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
19.3
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
65.7
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
59.3
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.
21.3
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
19.7
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
74.7
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
67.4
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.
Aurora Preseason ID
Feb 4, 2023
Blast - Hitting
22.9
Hand Speed (max)
22.0
Hand Speed (avg)
67.4
Bat Speed (max)
64.6
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Preseason All-State: Underclass (Invite-Only)
Feb 26, 2022
Blast - Hitting
20.7
Hand Speed (max)
19.3
Hand Speed (avg)
65.7
Bat Speed (max)
59.3
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Underclass Showcase
Oct 17, 2021
Blast - Hitting
21.3
Hand Speed (max)
19.7
Hand Speed (avg)
74.7
Bat Speed (max)
67.4
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Pitching
Pitch Scores
Pitching Velos
2020
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
79.0
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)
61.0
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
66.5
Game Performance
2024
2023
10 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-10-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
1.80
30 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-30-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
4.09
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-60-yard time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
7.40
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.
10 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-10-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
1.80
30 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-30-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
4.09
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-60-yard time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
7.40
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.
Aurora Preseason ID
Feb 4, 2023
Swift
1.80
10-yd
4.09
30-yd
7.40
60-yd
18.5
Run speed (max)
1.14
RSi (max)
1.15
RSi (avg)
1,412
Jump Power (max)
26.1
Jump Height (max)
24.8
Jump Height (avg)
Visual Edge
2023
2022
2021
Edge Score
The highest Edge Score within the given year. Edge Score is a comprehensive score that takes the core-six visual skills into account, providing an assessment of an athlete’s overall visual ability.
76.03
Edge Score
The highest Edge Score within the given year. Edge Score is a comprehensive score that takes the core-six visual skills into account, providing an assessment of an athlete’s overall visual ability.
63.44
Edge Score
The highest Edge Score within the given year. Edge Score is a comprehensive score that takes the core-six visual skills into account, providing an assessment of an athlete’s overall visual ability.
66.01
Pitch Ai
Notes
News
- Recruiting Roundup: Week of 11/5 - Nov 13, 2023
- Aurora Preseason ID: Quick Hits - Feb 7, 2023
- Preseason All-State Underclass: Catcher Analysis - Jun 22, 2022
- Underclass Showcase: Catcher Analysis - Mar 7, 2022
- Preseason All-State: Underclass Statistical Analysis - Mar 2, 2022
- Future Prospects Showcase - Lockport: Player Analysis - Sep 25, 2020
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C Aiden Simmons (Plainfield North, 2024), standing at a projectable 6-foot-2, 165-pounds, was one of the top defensive catchers in attendance. He has fluid actions behind the plate, using soft hands and a quick/clean transfer. Out of the crouch, Simmons is clean and quick, reaching as low as 2.02 seconds for his pop-time with a max catcher velocity of 75 mph. Offensively, it's a loose, balanced right-handed swing that creates leverage to the pull-side at times.
Positional Profile: C/3B
Body: 6-2, 165-pounds. Long, loose-limbed frame, projects.
Hit: RHH. Upright, slightly open setup, short stride. Easy swing, stays on balance throughout, loose hands, long path, creates leverage to the pull-side.
Power: 83 max exit velocity, averaged 74.2 mph. 303’ max distance.
Arm: RH. C - 75 mph. Long draw into an over the top slot, flashed accuracy.
Defense: 2.02-2.12 pop times. Quick release and glove-to-hand transfer, replaces feet, works in-line to second, sure handed receiver, reliable blocker.
Run: 7.40 runner in the 60.
Positional Profile: C/1B
Body: 6-2, 165-pounds. Lean, high-waisted frame.
Hit: RHH. Tall, even setup. Pre-pitch rhythm in hands. Short stride. Stays inside the baseball, opposite field approach. Easy, loose hands. Balanced at finish.
Power: 87.1 max exit velocity, averaged 71.7 mph. 232’ max distance.
Arm: RH. C - 75 mph. Short arm action. High 3/4 arm slot.
Defense: 2.03-2.08 pop times. Steady hands. Clean exchange.
Run: 7.38 runner in the 60.
Positional Profile: C/1B
Body: 6-2, 165-pounds. Long, athletic build.
Hit: RHH. Slightly open setup, toe taps into a short stride. Works uphill to contact, long path.
Power: 86.98 max exit velocity, averaged 82.31 mph. 279’ max distance.
Arm: RH. C - 74 mph. Short over-the-top slot, quick arm, throws have carry.
Defense: 2.12 - 2.21 pop times. Sure-handed, athletic blocker.
Run: 7.43 runner in the 60.
Positional Profile: C
Body: 6-0, 145-pounds. Lanky frame, lean build.
Defense: 2.10-2.25 pop times. Soft hands, clean exchange.
Arm: RH. C - 74 mph. INF - mph. Short arm action, over-the-top slot, throws play with carry, flashed accuracy.
Hit: RHH. Wide balance setup, small stride. Short uphill swing, gap-to-gap approach.
Power: 75 mph exit velocity from the tee.
Run: 7.5 runner in the 60.
Positional Profile: RHP
Delivery: Tall and fall delivery, some effort, works in line, falls off.
Arm Action: RH. Long arm action, H 3/4 slot.
FB: T79, 77-79 mph. Plays straight with life.
CB: 58-62 mph. Gradual 11/5 shape.
CH: 68-70 mph. Slight fade action.