Nikash
Patel

2027 SS/RHP Nikash Patel (Saint Thomas Aquinas, NJ) possesses a strong, physical 6-foot-0, 198-pound frame. He has an explosive lower half evidenced by his 22.4 vertical jump. His athleticism and speed is reflected by his 6.83 sec 60 yard dash. At the plate, he generated a max exit velocity of 101.0 mph and an average exit velocity of 95.1 mph, flashing potential for power at the next level. He recorded an average bat speed of 75.9 mph, showcasing well above average bat speed. Defensively, he showed an infield velocity of 89 mph, showcasing advanced arm strength. On the mound, his fastball topped out at 90.0 mph (sitting 85-89 mph) with a max spin rate of 2383 rpm, an average IVB of 12.9, and an average HM of 5.5. His secondary offerings include a curveball (70-74 mph, 2397 max rpm, -3.7 IVB, -13.4 HM) and a slider (83 mph, 1531 max rpm, 8.5 IVB, 13.4 HM).
Athletic Testing
60 Yard Dash: (10 yard) 1.64 sec (30 yard) 3.77 sec (60 yard) 6.83 sec
Peak Jump Height: 22.4 in
Grip Strength (R/L): 140.6 lbs/ 154.2 lbs

Nikash Patel, St. Thomas Aquinas (NJ), 2027
Positional Profile: SS/RHP
Body: 6-1, 175-pounds. Long, wiry frame.
Delivery: Starts from a modified stretch on the first base side. Gradual start to his delivery, clean/segmented movements. Gets over the frontside.
Arm Action: RH. Long and clean AA, high 3/4 slot.
FB: T83, 81-82 mph. Consistently in the zone, downer angle. T2226, 2168 average rpm.
CB: 67-68 mph. 11/5 shape, sharp. T2392, 2221 average rpm.
CH: 73-73 mph. Late fade. T1780, 1700 average rpm.
ATH: 6.98 runner in the 60. 1.66 and 3.88 in the 10 and 30 yard splits.

Nikash Patel, St. Thomas Aquinas (NJ), 2027
Positional Profile: SS/RHP
Body: 6-1, 175-pounds. Long, wiry frame.
Hit: RHH. Slightly open, balanced. Hands up high, stay locked in position. Smooth weight shift. Compact stride, on time. Quick hands, natural feel for the barrel. Firm contact throughout. 70.6 mph bat speed with 2 G's of rotational acceleration.
Power: 91 max exit velocity, averaged 84.8 mph. 344' max distance.
Arm: RH. INF-86 mph. Strong throws, long AA.
Defense: Fluid movements around the ball.
ATH: 6.98 runner in the 60. 1.66 and 3.88 in the 10 and 30 yard splits.

Nikash Patel, St. Thomas Aquinas (NJ), 2027
Positional Profile: SS/RHP
Body: 6-1, 173-pounds. Long and wiry build.
Delivery: Segmented actions down the mound, clean/athletic mover. Hands work in sync with his lower half. Gets over a strong frontside.
Arm Action: RH. Long and loose w/ some whip. High 3/4 slot.
FB: T85, 83-85 mph. Located to both sides, firm. T2029, 1993 average rpm.
CB: 66-69 mph. Tight spin, downer bite when down. T2414, 2230 average rpm.
CH: 75-77 mph. Gradual fade with run. T1529, 1396 average rpm.
ATH: 7.19 runner in the 60. 1.71 and 3.99 in the 10 and 30 yard splits.

Nikash Patel, St. Thomas Aquinas (NJ), 2027
Positional Profile: SS/RHP
Body: 6-1, 173-pounds. Long and wiry build.
Hit: RHH. Tall and balanced stance. Hands start up high, work down and back in the load. Smooth weight transfer. Swings with controlled aggression. Strong lower half, innate feel for the barrel. 71.3 mph bat speed with 2 G's of rotational acceleration.
Power: 93 max exit velocity, averaged 85.4 mph. 365' max distance.
Arm: RH. INF-89 mph. Strong throws, compact AA.
Defense: Active feet, athletic lower half. Plays through the ball.
ATH: 7.19 runner in the 60. 1.71 and 3.99 in the 10 and 30 yard splits.