88.1
Velocity (max)
2/26/22
CLASS OF 2023
LHP
1B
Joe
Richardson
Eastern Illinois
Stevenson (HS) • IL
6' 1" • 180LBS
L/L • 19yr 4mo
Travel Team: MVP Elite
Stevenson (HS) • IL
6' 1" • 180LBS
L/L • 19yr 4mo
Travel Team: MVP Elite
Rankings
2023 National
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2023 State
Rankings available to Premium Subscriber
Commitment
Best Of Stats
Fastball
85.8 - 87.3
Velo Range
2/26/22
2261
Spin Rate (avg)
2/26/22
Changeup
79 - 82
Velo Range
2/26/22
1729
Spin Rate (avg)
8/09/22
Curveball
72.5 - 76.3
Velo Range
8/09/22
2224
Spin Rate (avg)
2/26/22
92.9
Exit Velocity (max)
7/14/21
84.8
Exit Velocity (avg)
7/14/21
336
Distance (max)
7/14/21
70
Sweet Spot %
7/14/21
23
Hand Speed (max)
7/14/21
77.8
Bat Speed (max)
10/25/20
22.2
Rot. Acc (max)
7/14/21
40
Hard Hit %
7/14/21
7.29
60
8/09/22
3.96
30-yd
8/09/22
1.7
10-yd
8/09/22
18.4
Run speed (max)
8/09/22
75
INF Velo
7/14/21
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OF Velo
-
C Velo
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Positional Tools
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)
7.29
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
7.52
Infield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an infield 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.
12.4
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
7.65
Infield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an infield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
66.0
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.
8.4
Hitting
2021
2020
Exit Velocity Max
The highest exit velocity of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
92.9
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
84.8
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
336
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
242
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
20.0
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).
64.5
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
55.4
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
181
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
131
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
30.5
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.
Class of 2023 Showcase
Jul 14, 2021
Trackman - Hitting
92.9
Exit Velocity (max)
84.8
Exit Velocity (avg)
242
Distance (avg)
336
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Underclass Showcase
Oct 25, 2020
Trackman - Hitting
64.5
Exit Velocity (max)
55.4
Exit Velocity (avg)
131
Distance (avg)
181
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Hitting
2021
2020
Hand Speed Max
The highest Peak Hand Speed of any swing in the given event year.
23.0
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
21.5
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
68.6
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
65.7
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.
21.6
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
20.7
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
77.8
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
70.8
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.
Class of 2023 Showcase
Jul 14, 2021
Blast - Hitting
23.0
Hand Speed (max)
21.5
Hand Speed (avg)
68.6
Bat Speed (max)
65.7
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Underclass Showcase
Oct 25, 2020
Blast - Hitting
21.6
Hand Speed (max)
20.7
Hand Speed (avg)
77.8
Bat Speed (max)
70.8
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Pitching
2022
2021
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
88.1
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
84.4
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).
2188
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.
25.9
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).
74.4
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).
2192
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).
78.5
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).
1633
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).
81.6
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
80.6
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).
1928
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.
23.9
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).
69.4
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).
2075
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).
73.2
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).
1638
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).
Illinois State Games (Invite-Only)
Aug 9, 2022
Trackman - Fastball
85.4
Velocity (max)
82.5 - 84.9
Velo Range
83.4
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,248
Spin Rate (max)
2,159
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Curveball
78.7
Velocity (max)
72.5 - 76.3
Velo Range
73.3
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,273
Spin Rate (max)
2,177
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - ChangeUp
77.4
Velocity (max)
75.2 - 77.4
Velo Range
76.8
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,885
Spin Rate (max)
1,729
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Preseason All-State: Upperclass (Invite-Only)
Feb 26, 2022
Trackman - Fastball
88.1
Velocity (max)
85.8 - 87.3
Velo Range
84.0
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,298
Spin Rate (max)
2,261
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Curveball
76.2
Velocity (max)
73.4 - 75.8
Velo Range
71.4
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,292
Spin Rate (max)
2,224
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - ChangeUp
82.4
Velocity (max)
78.8 - 81.5
Velo Range
77.5
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,645
Spin Rate (max)
1,557
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Class of 2023 Showcase
Jul 14, 2021
Trackman - Fastball
81.6
Velocity (max)
80.0 - 81.3
Velo Range
79.3
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,025
Spin Rate (max)
1,928
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Curveball
71.0
Velocity (max)
68.1 - 70.8
Velo Range
68.0
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,100
Spin Rate (max)
2,075
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - ChangeUp
74.3
Velocity (max)
72.5 - 74.0
Velo Range
72.7
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,708
Spin Rate (max)
1,638
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Pitch Scores
2022
2021
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.
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
2022
2021
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
88.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
85.0
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
74.5
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
78.2
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
82.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
80.5
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
69.5
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
73.5
Game Performance
2022
10 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-10-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
1.70
30 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-30-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
3.96
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-60-yard time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
7.29
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.
Illinois State Games (Invite-Only)
Aug 9, 2022
Swift
1.70
10-yd
3.96
30-yd
7.29
60-yd
18.4
Run speed (max)
8.2
Run Speed (avg)
1.75
RSi (max)
1.75
RSi (avg)
1,634
Jump Power (max)
27.4
Jump Height (max)
26.9
Jump Height (avg)
Visual Edge
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.
62.83
Pitch Ai
2022
Arm Speed
The maximum speed, in the direction of home plate, that the wrist is traveling. Measured in meters per second (m/s)
Arm Slot
Angle of the forearm relative to the ground between maximum external rotation (MER) and ball release (BR). Which can be a powerful player comparison metric, delivered in degrees.
Knee Extension Velo
The angular velocity of the front knee straightening after foot plant, which provides indicators of velocity potential. Measured in degrees per second.
Deception
The amount of time that the ball is visible to the hitter, after the instant of front foot strike. Measures in milliseconds.
Hip-Shoulder Separation
The difference in angle of between the hips and shoulders, occurring close to the foot plant. Measured in degrees.
Illinois State Games (Invite-Only)
Aug 9, 2022
ProPlayAI - Foot Plant
Elbow Flexion (avg)
Shoulder Abduction (avg)
Hip Shoulder Seperation (avg)
ProPlayAI - MER
External Rotation (avg)
Stride Length (avg)
ProPlayAI - Release
Arm Speed (max)
Arm Speed (avg)
Knee Extension Velocity (max)
Knee Extension Velocity (avg)
Knee Flexion (avg)
Arm Slot (avg)
Lateral Trunk Tilt (avg)
Arm Path (avg)
Deception (avg)
Torque (avg)
Efficiency (avg)
Sequencing (avg)
Preseason All-State: Upperclass (Invite-Only)
Feb 26, 2022
ProPlayAI - Foot Plant
Elbow Flexion (avg)
Shoulder Abduction (avg)
Hip Shoulder Seperation (avg)
ProPlayAI - MER
External Rotation (avg)
Stride Length (avg)
Horizontal Abduction (avg)
ProPlayAI - Release
Arm Speed (max)
Arm Speed (avg)
Knee Extension Velocity (max)
Knee Extension Velocity (avg)
Knee Flexion (avg)
Arm Slot (avg)
Lateral Trunk Tilt (avg)
Arm Path (avg)
Deception (avg)
Torque (avg)
Efficiency (avg)
Sequencing (avg)
Notes
News
- Preseason Power 25 Countdown: No. 12 Stevenson - Mar 8, 2024
- Week 8 Diamond Notes - May 12, 2023
- Preseason Power 25 Countdown: No. 16 Stevenson - Mar 9, 2023
- Preseason All-State Upperclass: Pitcher Analysis - Jul 7, 2022
- Diamond Notes: Week 10 - May 27, 2022
- Week 5 Games - Apr 26, 2022
- Preseason All-State: Upperclass TrackMan Files - Mar 7, 2022
- Preseason All-State: Upperclass Statistical Analysis - Mar 4, 2022
- Class of 2023 Showcase: Pitcher Analysis - Nov 30, 2021
- Class of 2023 Showcase: Position Player Analysis - Nov 24, 2021
- Underclass Showcase: Infielder Analysis - Jan 4, 2021
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Eastern Illinois commit. Stevenson went 3-1 on the week with Richardson being a major factor in their wins, going 9-for-14 (.643/1.140/1.790) with a home run, four doubles, seven RBIs, nine RBIs, two walks and one strikeout. In their 15-1 win over Zion-Benton, Richardson went 2-for-2 with a double and two runs scored. He went a perfect 4-for-4 with a double, two RBIs, three runs scored and three stolen bases in their 10-3 win over McHenry.
Season Stats:
39-for-89 (.438/.490/.619), HR, 13 2B, 25 RBI, 28 R, 8 BB
Positional Profile: LHP
Body: 6-1, 180-pounds. Athletic build with evenly proportioned strength.
Delivery: Controlled tempo, high leg-lift into balance point, keeps momentum moving forward into stride, stride works in-line with the plate.
Arm Action: LH. Short, clean arm circle into a high 3/4 slot.
FB: T85.4, 82-85 mph. Some tilt through the zone with life. T2248, 2163 average rpm.
CB: 73-75 mph. Tight 1/7 downer shape. T2273, 2192 average rpm.
CH: 75-77 mph. Fades to the arm-side, some feel for the zone. T1885, 1729 average rpm.
Uncommitted. Athletic frame, lean, 6-foot-1, 175-pound left-handed hitting first basemen. Richardson batted leadoff and started at first base. Showed well at the plate, ready to hit; balanced stance, open feet, vertical bat to start, active hands, slow, controlled load. Strong, short swing, approach to the gaps. During his first at-bat, Richardson took an 87 mph first pitch fastball to right center for a double. In the second at-bat on a 1-0 count, lined an RBI single to right field to give his team a 2-1 lead at the time. Defensively at first base, he has the ability to pick the baseball and works with fluid footwork around the bag. Richardson came in to pitch as well; going two innings, giving up one earned run on two hits and striking out two. Working out of a short arm action, high ¾ slot. Clean, easy fastball sat 83-85 mph. Working off the fastball was a curveball with slurve-like action, sat 74-75 mph. Also featured a straight changeup sitting 78-80 mph.
Positional Profile: LHP
Body: 6-2, 180-pounds.
Delivery: Loose, athletic delivery down the mound, slight drop and drive lower half that strides slightly across his body, front foot landing closed.
Arm Action: LH. Short arm out of the glove that moves into a high 3/4 slot, clean arm action.
FB: T88.1, 85.8-87.3 mph. Clean, sneaky jump out of the hand, Plays mostly straight. T2297, 2261 average rpm.
CB: 73.4-75.8 mph. Short wrinkle, tight 2/8 action, late bite at times. T2291, 2223 average rpm.
CH: 78.8-81.5 mph. Maintains arm speed, plays with slight arm side run. T1645, 1556 average rpm.
Body: 6-foot-1, 175-pounds.
Delivery: Compact tall-and-fall delivery with some effort, high balance point, shoulders close off, lands squared, falls off.
Arm Action: LH. Long, loose arm action, high 3/4 slot.
FB: T82, 80-81 mph. Clean out of the hand, plays straight, flashes run at times. T2024, 1927 average rpm.
CB: 68-71 mph. Sharp breaking, 2/8 movement, around the zone command. T2099, 2074 average rpm.
CH: 73-74 mph. Plays straight, flashes sinking action at times.
Hit: LHH. Tall, narrow stance, hands start low, arm bar load, long stride. Athletic hands, compact swing, consistently on the barrell, line drive type hitter.
Power: 92.92 max exit velocity, averaged 84.82 mph. 336’ max distance.
Arm: LH. INF - 75 mph. Short arm action, 3/4 slot.
Defense: Fluid footwork, stays low to the baseball, sure handed.
Run: 7.52 runner in the 60.
Positional Profile: LHP/1B
Body: 6-0, 160-pounds. Athletic frame, lean build.
Hit: LHH. Wide balance setup, smooth load trigger, short stride. Short uphill swing, gap-to-gap approach, fluid rhythm.
Power: 77 mph exit velocity from the tee.
Arm: LH. INF - 66 mph. Short arm action, high 3/4 slot.
Defense: Quick feet, soft hands, quick transfer, plays through the baseball.
Run: 7.65 runner in the 60.