84
Velocity (max)
3/03/24
CLASS OF 2027
RHP
SS
Jack
Nelson
Franklin Community High School (HS) • IN
5' 10" • 160LBS
R/R • 15yr 6mo
Travel Team: Indiana Bulls Black South
5' 10" • 160LBS
R/R • 15yr 6mo
Travel Team: Indiana Bulls Black South
Rankings
2027 National
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2027 State
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Best Of Stats
Fastball
80 - 84
Velo Range
3/03/24
2263
Spin Rate (avg)
3/03/24
Changeup
72 - 76
Velo Range
6/11/24
1679
Spin Rate (avg)
6/11/24
Curveball
68 - 70
Velo Range
3/03/24
2382
Spin Rate (avg)
2/26/23
Slider
67 - 68
Velo Range
6/11/24
2104
Spin Rate (avg)
6/11/24
88.5
Exit Velocity (max)
3/03/24
80.6
Exit Velocity (avg)
6/11/24
304
Distance (max)
6/11/24
64
Sweet Spot %
2/26/23
19.8
Hand Speed (max)
2/26/23
70
Bat Speed (max)
3/03/24
19
Rot. Acc (max)
2/26/23
-
Hard Hit %
7.28
60
6/11/24
4.16
30-yd
2/26/23
1.78
10-yd
2/26/23
17.2
Run speed (max)
2/26/23
83
INF Velo
3/03/24
-
OF Velo
-
C Velo
-
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Positional Tools
2024
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)
7.28
Infield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an infield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
83.0
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.
12.2
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
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
8.21
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.
8.7
Hitting
2024
2023
2022
Exit Velocity Max
The highest exit velocity of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
88.5
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
76.0
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
304
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
186
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
23.7
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).
82.3
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
75.8
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
250
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
182
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
18.2
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).
71.6
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
69.2
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
212
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
134
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
14.3
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.
Top Prospect Games: Underclass (Invite Only)
Jun 11, 2024
Trackman - Hitting
87.5
Exit Velocity (max)
80.6
Exit Velocity (avg)
240
Distance (avg)
304
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Preseason All-State: Underclass (Invite Only)
Mar 3, 2024
Trackman - Hitting
88.5
Exit Velocity (max)
72.3
Exit Velocity (avg)
143
Distance (avg)
274
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Powerhouse Scout Day
Feb 26, 2023
Trackman - Hitting
82.3
Exit Velocity (max)
75.8
Exit Velocity (avg)
182
Distance (avg)
250
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Southside Rising Stars ID
Mar 20, 2022
Trackman - Hitting
71.6
Exit Velocity (max)
69.2
Exit Velocity (avg)
134
Distance (avg)
212
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Hitting
2024
2023
Hand Speed Max
The highest Peak Hand Speed of any swing in the given event year.
19.5
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
17.8
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
70.0
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
66.4
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.
Hand Speed Max
The highest Peak Hand Speed of any swing in the given event year.
19.8
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
18.2
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
65.4
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
64.2
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.
Top Prospect Games: Underclass (Invite Only)
Jun 11, 2024
Blast - Hitting
19.5
Hand Speed (max)
17.9
Hand Speed (avg)
68.5
Bat Speed (max)
65.9
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Preseason All-State: Underclass (Invite Only)
Mar 3, 2024
Blast - Hitting
18.6
Hand Speed (max)
17.6
Hand Speed (avg)
70.0
Bat Speed (max)
67.2
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Powerhouse Scout Day
Feb 26, 2023
Blast - Hitting
19.8
Hand Speed (max)
18.2
Hand Speed (avg)
65.4
Bat Speed (max)
64.2
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Pitching
2024
2023
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
84.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
81.3
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).
2227
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.
27.4
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).
68.5
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).
2314
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).
73.9
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).
1532
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).
Slider
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
67.4
Slider
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).
2104
Slider
Total Movement Avg
The average total non-gravity movement for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in inches (in).
Sinker
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
77.7
Sinker
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).
2028
Sinker
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).
78.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
77.0
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).
2122
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.
27.6
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).
66.7
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).
2382
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).
67.6
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).
1628
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).
Top Prospect Games: Underclass (Invite Only)
Jun 11, 2024
Trackman - Fastball
82.8
Velocity (max)
79.3 - 82.2
Velo Range
79.5
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,371
Spin Rate (max)
2,205
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Trackman - Slider
67.8
Velocity (max)
66.8 - 67.8
Velo Range
65.2
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,154
Spin Rate (max)
2,104
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Trackman - ChangeUp
75.8
Velocity (max)
72.4 - 75.5
Velo Range
71.8
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,832
Spin Rate (max)
1,679
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Trackman - Sinker
80.7
Velocity (max)
73.5 - 80.7
Velo Range
76.3
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,221
Spin Rate (max)
2,028
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Preseason All-State: Underclass (Invite Only)
Mar 3, 2024
Trackman - Fastball
84.0
Velocity (max)
80.3 - 83.8
Velo Range
80.3
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,334
Spin Rate (max)
2,263
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Trackman - Curveball
70.1
Velocity (max)
67.5 - 69.6
Velo Range
66.0
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,449
Spin Rate (max)
2,314
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Trackman - ChangeUp
74.5
Velocity (max)
73.5 - 74.5
Velo Range
71.9
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,603
Spin Rate (max)
1,444
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Powerhouse Scout Day
Feb 26, 2023
Trackman - Fastball
78.0
Velocity (max)
75.8 - 78.0
Velo Range
74.6
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,202
Spin Rate (max)
2,122
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Trackman - Curveball
69.3
Velocity (max)
65.4 - 68.2
Velo Range
63.2
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,487
Spin Rate (max)
2,382
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Trackman - ChangeUp
68.5
Velocity (max)
66.3 - 68.5
Velo Range
64.5
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,866
Spin Rate (max)
1,628
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Pitch Scores
2024
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.
Slider
Hammer+
A hammer breaking ball drops vertically with velocity through the zone, or 12-to-6 movement. Hammer+ of 100 is MLB average.
Slider
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
2024
2023
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
84.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
81.2
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
69.0
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
73.8
Slider
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
67.5
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
78.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
77.0
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
66.5
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
67.0
Game Performance
2023
10 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-10-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
1.78
30 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-30-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
4.16
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.
Powerhouse Scout Day
Feb 26, 2023
Swift
1.78
10-yd
4.16
30-yd
17.2
Run speed (max)
1.75
RSi (max)
1.75
RSi (avg)
897
Jump Power (max)
24.2
Jump Height (max)
24.2
Jump Height (avg)
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Positional Profile: SS/2B
Body: 5-8, 150-pounds.
Hit: RHH
Power: 88 max exit velocity, averaged 72.3 mph. 274' max distance.
Arm: RH. INF-83 mph.
ATH: 7.47 runner in the 60.
Body: 5-6, 125-pounds. Lean
Delivery: Up-tempo, tilt & topple type delivery. Athletic balance point with a slight inward turn, uphill shoulders, square landing w/ upright, recoil finish.
Arm Action: RH. Fast arm with moderate length coming from an over the top slot.
FB: T78, 76-78 mph. Command for the zone. T2202, 2122 average rpm.
CB: 65-68 mph. Sharp, slurvey action. T2487, 2382 average rpm.
CH: 66-68 mph. T1866, 1628 average rpm.
Body: 5-6, 125-pounds. Lean
Hits: RHH. Tall, athletic stance. Compact upper body load with a controlled forward move. Short, slightly uphill bat path. Line drive approach.
Power: 82 max exit velocity, averaged 75.8 MPH. 250' max distance.
Arm: RH. INF-81 mph.Loose, quick arm - advanced for the class
Defense: Feet are advanced for the class, working downhill with fluidity and rhythm. Soft hands, quick transfer.
Body: 5-6, 125-pounds. Lean
Delivery: Up-tempo, tilt & topple type delivery. Athletic balance point with a slight inward turn, uphill shoulders, square landing w/ upright, recoil finish.
Arm Action: RH. Fast arm with moderate length coming from an over the top slot.
FB: T78, 76-78 mph. Command for the zone. T2202, 2122 average rpm.
CB: 65-68 mph. Sharp, slurvey action. T2487, 2382 average rpm.
CH: 66-68 mph. T1866, 1628 average rpm.
Body: 5-6, 125-pounds. Lean
Hits: RHH. Tall, athletic stance. Compact upper body load with a controlled forward move. Short, slightly uphill bat path. Line drive approach.
Power: 82 max exit velocity, averaged 75.8 MPH. 250' max distance.
Arm: RH. INF-81 mph.Loose, quick arm - advanced for the class
Defense: Feet are advanced for the class, working downhill with fluidity and rhythm. Soft hands, quick transfer.