21.4
Hand Speed (max)
10/07/23
CLASS OF 2024
1B
LHP
Ben
Thornberry
Pickerington Central (HS) • OH
6' 1" • 180LBS
L/L • 18yr 9mo
Travel Team: Bo Jackson Elite
6' 1" • 180LBS
L/L • 18yr 9mo
Travel Team: Bo Jackson Elite
Rankings
2024 National
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2024 State
Rankings available to Premium Subscriber
Commitment
Best Of Stats
80.9
Bat Speed (max)
10/07/23
21.2
Rot. Acc (max)
7/06/21
-
Hard Hit %
94.5
Exit Velocity (max)
10/07/23
87.9
Exit Velocity (avg)
6/07/22
368
Distance (max)
10/07/23
89
Sweet Spot %
2/20/22
7.12
60
2/19/23
3.94
30-yd
10/07/23
1.69
10-yd
10/07/23
19.4
Run speed (max)
10/07/23
76
INF Velo
2/19/23
-
OF Velo
-
C Velo
-
Pop Time
Fastball
76
Velocity (max)
9/30/23
74 - 76
Velo Range
9/30/23
1815
Spin Rate (avg)
2/19/23
Changeup
68 - 70
Velo Range
5/28/22
1642
Spin Rate (avg)
2/20/22
Curveball
62 - 64
Velo Range
9/30/23
1661
Spin Rate (avg)
2/19/23
Slider
63 - 65.4
Velo Range
2/19/23
1715
Spin Rate (avg)
2/19/23
Positional Tools
2023
2022
2021
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60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
7.12
Infield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an infield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
76.0
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.
13.3
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
7.46
Infield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an infield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
73.0
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)
7.50
Infield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an infield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
73.0
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.
11.6
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).
94.5
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
84.6
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
368
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
229
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
24.7
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).
92.5
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
85.8
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
342
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
202
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
17.3
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.
Exit Velocity Max
The highest exit velocity of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
86.8
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
79.4
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
305
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
180
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
19.1
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.
2023 Ohio State Games (Invite Only)
Oct 7, 2023
Trackman - Hitting
94.5
Exit Velocity (max)
87.8
Exit Velocity (avg)
241
Distance (avg)
368
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
2023 Ohio Unsigned Senior Games
Aug 20, 2023
Trackman - Hitting
94.2
Exit Velocity (max)
79.8
Exit Velocity (avg)
217
Distance (avg)
338
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Scout Day: Bo Jackson Elite 2.19.23
Feb 19, 2023
Trackman - Hitting
89.5
Exit Velocity (max)
84.0
Exit Velocity (avg)
224
Distance (avg)
290
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
2022 Central Ohio TPG Trials (Invite Only)
Jun 7, 2022
Trackman - Hitting
92.5
Exit Velocity (max)
87.9
Exit Velocity (avg)
180
Distance (avg)
342
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Scout Day: Bo Jackson Elite 2.20.22
Feb 20, 2022
Trackman - Hitting
90.9
Exit Velocity (max)
83.7
Exit Velocity (avg)
224
Distance (avg)
319
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
2021 Central Ohio Prospect Games (Invite Only)
Jul 6, 2021
Trackman - Hitting
85.1
Exit Velocity (max)
78.1
Exit Velocity (avg)
146
Distance (avg)
244
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
2021 Worthington Wood Bat Tournament Showcase
Jun 16, 2021
Trackman - Hitting
86.8
Exit Velocity (max)
80.7
Exit Velocity (avg)
210
Distance (avg)
305
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.
21.4
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
18.5
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
80.9
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
68.7
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.
20.5
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.
75.0
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
66.7
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.
20.7
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
19.5
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
70.2
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
66.1
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.
2023 Ohio State Games (Invite Only)
Oct 7, 2023
Blast - Hitting
21.4
Hand Speed (max)
18.9
Hand Speed (avg)
80.9
Bat Speed (max)
70.8
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
2023 Ohio Unsigned Senior Games
Aug 20, 2023
Blast - Hitting
19.8
Hand Speed (max)
18.3
Hand Speed (avg)
73.1
Bat Speed (max)
68.7
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Scout Day: Bo Jackson Elite 2.19.23
Feb 19, 2023
Blast - Hitting
19.1
Hand Speed (max)
18.2
Hand Speed (avg)
67.4
Bat Speed (max)
65.8
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
2022 Central Ohio TPG Trials (Invite Only)
Jun 7, 2022
Blast - Hitting
20.2
Hand Speed (max)
19.3
Hand Speed (avg)
75.0
Bat Speed (max)
67.9
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Scout Day: Bo Jackson Elite 2.20.22
Feb 20, 2022
Blast - Hitting
20.5
Hand Speed (max)
19.4
Hand Speed (avg)
69.2
Bat Speed (max)
66.0
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
2021 Central Ohio Prospect Games (Invite Only)
Jul 6, 2021
Blast - Hitting
20.2
Hand Speed (max)
19.2
Hand Speed (avg)
70.2
Bat Speed (max)
65.2
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
2021 Worthington Wood Bat Tournament Showcase
Jun 16, 2021
Blast - Hitting
20.7
Hand Speed (max)
19.8
Hand Speed (avg)
69.0
Bat Speed (max)
67.2
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Pitching
2023
2022
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
75.4
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
74.5
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).
1815
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.
24.4
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).
61.1
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).
1661
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).
67.5
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).
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).
Slider
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
64.2
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).
1715
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).
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
74.9
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
72.1
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).
1651
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.
22.9
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).
61.7
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).
1588
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).
66.0
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).
1598
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).
Scout Day: Bo Jackson Elite 2.19.23
Feb 19, 2023
Trackman - Fastball
75.4
Velocity (max)
73.8 - 75.1
Velo Range
76.1
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,854
Spin Rate (max)
1,815
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
62.3
Velocity (max)
59.4 - 62.3
Velo Range
60.4
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,675
Spin Rate (max)
1,661
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
65.5
Velocity (max)
63.0 - 65.4
Velo Range
64.8
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,759
Spin Rate (max)
1,715
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Trackman - ChangeUp
67.9
Velocity (max)
67.0 - 67.9
Velo Range
69.0
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,689
Spin Rate (max)
1,599
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
2022 Central Ohio TPG Trials (Invite Only)
Jun 7, 2022
Trackman - Fastball
72.9
Velocity (max)
70.6 - 72.5
Velo Range
70.9
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,792
Spin Rate (max)
1,635
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Curveball
61.8
Velocity (max)
59.5 - 61.8
Velo Range
58.7
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,586
Spin Rate (max)
1,549
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - ChangeUp
66.0
Velocity (max)
65.2
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,421
Spin Rate (max)
1,421
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Scout Day: Bo Jackson Elite 2.20.22
Feb 20, 2022
Trackman - Fastball
74.9
Velocity (max)
72.2 - 74.9
Velo Range
81.4
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,778
Spin Rate (max)
1,697
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Curveball
64.0
Velocity (max)
62.2 - 63.8
Velo Range
69.6
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,689
Spin Rate (max)
1,637
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - ChangeUp
67.1
Velocity (max)
65.3 - 66.8
Velo Range
73.0
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,736
Spin Rate (max)
1,642
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Pitch Scores
Pitching Velos
2023
2022
2021
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
76.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
75.0
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
63.0
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
75.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
72.5
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
61.8
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
65.8
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
71.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
70.0
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
60.0
Game Performance
2024
2023
2022
10 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-10-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
1.69
30 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-30-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
3.94
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-60-yard time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
7.13
Top Speed (MPH)
The athlete's fastest split time converted to miles per hour.
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.
1.69
30 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-30-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
3.94
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-60-yard time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
7.13
Top Speed (MPH)
The athlete's fastest split time converted to miles per hour.
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.
1.94
30 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-30-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
4.23
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-60-yard time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
7.48
Top Speed (MPH)
The athlete's fastest split time converted to miles per hour.
2023 Ohio State Games (Invite Only)
Oct 7, 2023
Swift
1.69
10-yd
3.94
30-yd
7.13
60-yd
19.4
Run speed (max)
29.4
Jump Height (max)
22.6
Jump Height (avg)
Visual Edge
Pitch Ai
Notes
News
- Results From 2023 Ohio State Games - Oct 9, 2023
- 2023 Ohio Unsigned Senior Games Advanced Metrics: Trackman Analytics - Pitching Leaderboard - Aug 21, 2023
- 2023 Ohio Unsigned Senior Games Advanced Metrics: Hitting Leaderboard - Aug 21, 2023
- Results From 2023 Ohio Unsigned Senior Games - Aug 21, 2023
- 2023 Scout Day: Bo Jackson Elite - Quick Hits - Feb 28, 2023
- Results From 2023 Scout Day: Bo Jackson Elite - Feb 20, 2023
- 2023 Bo Jackson Elite Advanced Metrics: Trackman Analytics - Pitching Leaderboard - Feb 20, 2023
- 2023 Bo Jackson Elite Advanced Metrics: Hitting Leaderboard - Feb 20, 2023
- 2022 Central Ohio TPG Trials - Quick Hits - Jun 9, 2022
- Results From 2022 Central Ohio TPG Trials - Jun 8, 2022
- 2022 Scout Day: Bo Jackson Elite - Quick Hits - Mar 8, 2022
- Results From 2022 Scout Day: Bo Jackson Elite - Feb 21, 2022
- Results From 2021 Central Ohio Prospect Games - Jul 8, 2021
- 2021 Central Ohio Prospect Games - Quick Hits - Jul 8, 2021
- Results From 2021 Worthington Wood Bat Tournament Showcase - Jun 18, 2021
- 2021 Worthington Wood Bat Tournament Showcase - Quick Hits - Jun 18, 2021
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Ben Thornberry: 1B/LHP, (2024) Pickerington Central, OH. 6-foot-1, 180-pound. (70.8 mph bat speed average). (18.9 mph hand speed average). Begins in a balanced stance with a smooth load, then uses a short controlled stride. Bat speed is explosive, has a rotational level swing plane and high finish. Pull side approach. In the infield, his best throw was registered at 75 mph.
Benjamin Thornberry: 1B/LHP, (2024) Pickerington Central, OH. 6-foot, 180-pound physical athletic build. (65.8 mph bat speed average). (18.2 mph hand speed average). In the infield, his best throw was registered at 76 mph. Clocked a 60 time of 7.12 at the event. (Max spin 1854; Avg 1814).
LHP/1B, (2024) Pickerington Central, OH. 6-foot, 175-pound. During batting practice, Thornberry had a max exit velocity of 93 mph. (67.9 mph bat speed average). (19.3 mph hand speed average). Begins in a balanced athletic stance with a quick load, then uses a small leg kick. Bat speed was quick, showed a simple upward swing plane and good extension on his finish. Solid in the infield, his best throw was registered at 71 mph; had soft hands, consistent footwork, and a natural exchange. Fields the ball out front, movements laterally were athletic. Used a quick arm action with a high ¾ slot. Clocked a time of 7.48 in the 60-yard dash. On the mound, showed consistent arm speed, he had a loose arm action and a high ¾ arm angle. Drop-and-drive type pitcher who uses some effort. Threw his fastball 69-72 mph. Has slight running action. (Max spin 1792; Avg 1634). His 2/8 curveball (59-62) had slurvey action. (Max spin 1586; Avg 1548). His changeup (65-66) has some fading action.
Benjamin Thornberry: LHP/1B, (2024) Pickerington Central, OH. 6-foot, 165-pound. At the plate, Thornberry clocked an exit velocity of 91 mph. (66.0 mph bat speed average). (19.4 mph hand speed average). Started in a balanced athletic stance with a controlled load, then used a small leg kick. Bat speed is quick, uses a short simple swing plane and good extension on his finish. Solid while in the infield, registered his best throw across the diamond at 73 mph; had soft hands, consistent footwork, and a natural exchange. Fields the ball out front, movements laterally were athletic. Used a high ¾ slot with a quick arm action. During the event, ran the 60-yard dash in 7.46. On the mound, showed consistent arm speed, also used a high ¾ arm angle and a loose arm action. Drop-and-drive type pitcher who shows easy effort. Produced a fastball that came in at 74-75 mph. Shows slight running action. (Max spin 1777; Avg 1697). Shows slurvey action on his 1/7 curveball (62-64). (Max spin 1688; Avg 1636). He has slight action on his changeup (65-67).
Benjamin Thornberry: LHP/1B, (2024) Pickerington Central, OH. 6-foot, 160-pound athletic frame. During batting practice, Thornberry recorded an exit velocity of 86 mph. (67.20 mph bat speed average). (19.82 mph hand speed average). Begins in an open athletic stance with a quick controlled load, then uses a controlled leg kick stride. Had an an inside-out upward swing plane, above average bat speed and level finish. Solid while in the infield, made throws up to 72 mph; showed sure developing hands, a developing exchange, and athletic developing feet. Fielded the ball out front with average movement laterally. Clocked a time of 7.5 in the 60-yard dash.
Benjamin Thornberry: LHP/1B, (2024) Pickerington Central, OH. 6-foot, 160-pound. Solid during batting practice, Thornberry had a max exit velocity of 85 mph. (65.19 mph bat speed average). (19.19 mph hand speed average). Began in an open crouched stance with a smooth controlled load, then used a short stride. Has efficient bat speed, level rotational swing plane and level finish. Found some barrels through his round. Line drive approach. Solid while in the infield, registered his best throw across the diamond at 73 mph; had firm hands, a natural packing exchange, and athletic footwork. Fielded the ball out front with athletic movement laterally. Showed a compact arm action and consistent accuracy to the base. Clocked a 60 time of 7.66 at the event.