82.7
Velocity (max)
6/27/22
CLASS OF 2023
RHP
OF
John
Ahearn Jr
Newburgh Free Academy (HS) • NY
5' 0" • 165LBS
R/R • 18yr 9mo
Travel Team: Hudson Valley Renegades
5' 0" • 165LBS
R/R • 18yr 9mo
Travel Team: Hudson Valley Renegades
Rankings
2023 National
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2023 State
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Best Of Stats
Fastball
78.2 - 81.4
Velo Range
6/27/22
1890
Spin Rate (avg)
6/27/22
Changeup
72.6 - 74.7
Velo Range
6/27/22
1799
Spin Rate (avg)
2/13/22
Curveball
70 - 71
Velo Range
3/20/23
1536
Spin Rate (avg)
8/26/21
Slider
67.9 - 70.8
Velo Range
2/13/22
1792
Spin Rate (avg)
6/27/22
83.6
Exit Velocity (max)
2/13/22
73.7
Exit Velocity (avg)
2/13/22
266
Distance (max)
2/13/22
67
Sweet Spot %
2/13/22
22.6
Hand Speed (max)
2/13/22
66.6
Bat Speed (max)
2/13/22
21.1
Rot. Acc (max)
2/13/22
-
Hard Hit %
7.26
60
2/13/22
4.05
30-yd
6/27/22
1.77
10-yd
6/27/22
18.4
Run speed (max)
6/27/22
-
INF Velo
74
OF Velo
2/13/22
-
C Velo
-
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Positional Tools
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)
7.26
Outfield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an outfield 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.
11.5
Hitting
2022
Exit Velocity Max
The highest exit velocity of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
83.6
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
73.7
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
266
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
215
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
29.2
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.
2022 Preseason All-State - Hudson Valley
Feb 13, 2022
Trackman - Hitting
83.6
Exit Velocity (max)
73.7
Exit Velocity (avg)
215
Distance (avg)
266
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Hitting
2022
Hand Speed Max
The highest Peak Hand Speed of any swing in the given event year.
22.6
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
21.1
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
66.6
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
63.0
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.
2022 Preseason All-State - Hudson Valley
Feb 13, 2022
Blast - Hitting
22.6
Hand Speed (max)
21.1
Hand Speed (avg)
66.6
Bat Speed (max)
63.0
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).
82.7
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
79.5
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).
1874
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.
23.6
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).
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
72.0
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).
1616
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).
68.3
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).
1752
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).
Cutter
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
74.6
Cutter
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).
1736
Cutter
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).
76.7
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).
1703
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).
81.2
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
78.7
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).
1840
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.
23.4
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).
69.9
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).
1536
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).
71.2
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).
1599
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).
Cutter
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
75.3
Cutter
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).
1876
Cutter
Total Movement Avg
The average total non-gravity movement for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in inches (in).
2022 NYS Games (Session 1)
Jun 27, 2022
Trackman - Fastball
82.7
Velocity (max)
78.2 - 81.4
Velo Range
78.6
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,091
Spin Rate (max)
1,890
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Slider
68.4
Velocity (max)
66.3 - 68.2
Velo Range
65.3
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,833
Spin Rate (max)
1,792
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - ChangeUp
74.8
Velocity (max)
72.6 - 74.7
Velo Range
73.5
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,754
Spin Rate (max)
1,690
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
2022 Preseason All State - Last Chance
Mar 9, 2022
Trackman - Fastball
81.0
Velocity (max)
78.2 - 80.4
Velo Range
75.7
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,980
Spin Rate (max)
1,871
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - ChangeUp
72.8
Velocity (max)
69.4 - 72.4
Velo Range
67.8
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,571
Spin Rate (max)
1,497
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Cutter
75.1
Velocity (max)
74.3 - 75.0
Velo Range
70.7
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,767
Spin Rate (max)
1,736
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Trackman - Sinker
76.8
Velocity (max)
76.6 - 76.8
Velo Range
72.8
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,707
Spin Rate (max)
1,703
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
2022 Preseason All-State - Hudson Valley
Feb 13, 2022
Trackman - Fastball
79.7
Velocity (max)
76.2 - 79.5
Velo Range
76.8
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,963
Spin Rate (max)
1,800
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Slider
71.0
Velocity (max)
67.9 - 70.8
Velo Range
68.4
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,754
Spin Rate (max)
1,711
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - ChangeUp
70.0
Velocity (max)
69.8
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,799
Spin Rate (max)
1,799
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
2021 Summer Open: Downstate
Aug 26, 2021
Trackman - Fastball
81.2
Velocity (max)
77.4 - 80.1
Velo Range
76.8
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,008
Spin Rate (max)
1,840
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Curveball
69.9
Velocity (max)
67.8
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,536
Spin Rate (max)
1,536
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Trackman - ChangeUp
73.1
Velocity (max)
69.4 - 73.1
Velo Range
69.5
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,767
Spin Rate (max)
1,599
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Cutter
75.4
Velocity (max)
75.2 - 75.4
Velo Range
73.6
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,892
Spin Rate (max)
1,876
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
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
Pitching Velos
2023
2021
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)
80.0
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
70.5
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
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)
78.5
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
71.5
Game Performance
2024
2022
10 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-10-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
1.77
30 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-30-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
4.05
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-60-yard time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
7.38
Top Speed (MPH)
The athlete's fastest split time converted to miles per hour.
10 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-10-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
1.77
30 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-30-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
4.05
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-60-yard time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
7.38
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.
2022 NYS Games (Session 1)
Jun 27, 2022
Swift
1.77
10-yd
4.05
30-yd
7.38
60-yd
18.4
Run speed (max)
8.1
Run Speed (avg)
1.73
RSi (max)
1.73
RSi (avg)
1,292
Jump Power (max)
17.9
Jump Height (max)
17.6
Jump Height (avg)
Visual Edge
2022
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.
67.61
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.
2022 NYS Games (Session 1)
Jun 27, 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)
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Physical: 5-foot-10, 165 pounds; Athletic, build. 7.38 runner in the 60.
Pitching: Uses a center rubber setup working primarily from the stretch. Mid chest leg drive with shoulders above the hips. Has a long stride landing inline with the plate. Moderate arm swing while arm stays in line with 2B; standard 3/4 slot. Square to the plate with finish. FB: Peak velo of 83 MPH, while sitting 79-81 MPH; plays up in the zone. SL: 66-68 MPH; 2-tier break. CH: 73-75 MPH; fading action.
Physical: 5-foot-10, 150 pounds; Athletic, lean build. 7.26 runner in the 60.
Offensively: RHH. Even setup, with feet just outside his shoulders; flat bat to start. Loads straight back with a knee knock leg kick for timing. Stays behind the ball while showing a strong lower half. Showed a flat swing path with a one-handed finish. More line drives than flyballs and groundballs with a peak exit velocity of 84 MPH via Trackman.
Defensively: Starts with a balanced setup; walks into ready position while showing active feet. Hands are off to the side with a seamless transfer. Long arm swing from a standard 3/4 arm slot. OF - 74 MPH.
Pitching: Uses a center rubber setup working primarily from the stretch. Mid chest leg drive with a slight lean over the belt. Has a moderate stride landing inline with the plate. Moderate arm swing while showing some scap load; high 3/4 slot. Square to the plate with finish. FB: Peak velo of 80 MPH, while sitting 77-79 MPH; arm side run with sink. SL: 69-71 MPH; short action. CH: 70-71 MPH; sinks.
Physical: 5-foot-10, 150 pounds; Wiry, lean build.
Pitching: Ahearn Jr uses a center rubber setup while using a side step. Mid chest leg drive with shoulders above the hips. Has a moderate stride landing inline with the plate. Long arm swing while effortless with fluidity, while working through a high 3/4 slot. Upright with finish. FB: Peak velo of 81 MPH, while sitting 77-80 MPH; life through the zone. CH: 70-73 MPH; fading action. OTHER: ct 74-75 MPH; CT: late lateral action.