20.6
Hand Speed (max)
6/29/21
CLASS OF 2022
SS
2B
Brandon
Hire
Walsh University
Olentangy (HS) • OH
5' 11" • 160LBS
R/R • 20yr 6mo
Travel Team: Arsenal OH 17U - Clevenger
Olentangy (HS) • OH
5' 11" • 160LBS
R/R • 20yr 6mo
Travel Team: Arsenal OH 17U - Clevenger
Rankings
2022 National
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2022 State
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Commitment
Best Of Stats
60.7
Bat Speed (max)
2/06/21
9.2
Rot. Acc (max)
6/29/21
-
Hard Hit %
82.8
Exit Velocity (max)
6/29/21
80.7
Exit Velocity (avg)
6/29/21
291
Distance (max)
6/29/21
91
Sweet Spot %
6/29/21
7.14
60
2/06/21
-
30-yd
-
10-yd
-
Run speed (max)
78
INF Velo
6/29/21
-
OF Velo
-
C Velo
-
Pop Time
Fastball
77
Velocity (max)
2/06/21
74 - 77
Velo Range
2/06/21
2039
Spin Rate (avg)
2/06/21
Changeup
69 - 70.3
Velo Range
2/06/21
1590
Spin Rate (avg)
2/06/21
Curveball
66.1 - 68.7
Velo Range
2/06/21
1804
Spin Rate (avg)
2/06/21
Positional Tools
2021
2019
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60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
7.14
Home to First
The athlete's fastest home-to-first time in the given event year. Measured from bat-on-ball to foot-on-bag, in seconds (s).
4.37
Infield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an infield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
78.0
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
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
7.29
Infield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an infield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
72.0
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.
10.8
Hitting
2021
Exit Velocity Max
The highest exit velocity of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
82.8
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
79.0
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
291
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
196
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.
2021 The Miami Prospect Games (Invite Only)
Jun 29, 2021
Trackman - Hitting
82.8
Exit Velocity (max)
80.7
Exit Velocity (avg)
201
Distance (avg)
291
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Scout Day: Arsenal USA 2.6.21
Feb 6, 2021
Trackman - Hitting
81.9
Exit Velocity (max)
76.9
Exit Velocity (avg)
190
Distance (avg)
276
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Hitting
2021
Hand Speed Max
The highest Peak Hand Speed of any swing in the given event year.
20.6
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
19.6
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
60.7
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
57.5
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.
2021 The Miami Prospect Games (Invite Only)
Jun 29, 2021
Blast - Hitting
20.6
Hand Speed (max)
19.9
Hand Speed (avg)
59.6
Bat Speed (max)
56.9
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Scout Day: Arsenal USA 2.6.21
Feb 6, 2021
Blast - Hitting
20.3
Hand Speed (max)
19.3
Hand Speed (avg)
60.7
Bat Speed (max)
58.1
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Pitching
2021
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
76.8
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
76.3
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).
2039
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.
26.7
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).
67.4
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).
1804
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).
69.8
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).
1590
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: Arsenal USA 2.6.21
Feb 6, 2021
Trackman - Fastball
76.8
Velocity (max)
75.8 - 76.8
Velo Range
75.4
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,118
Spin Rate (max)
2,039
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Trackman - Curveball
68.7
Velocity (max)
66.1 - 68.7
Velo Range
65.2
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,851
Spin Rate (max)
1,804
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - ChangeUp
70.3
Velocity (max)
69.0 - 70.3
Velo Range
68.5
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,667
Spin Rate (max)
1,590
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Pitch Scores
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
Pitching Velos
2021
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
77.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
75.5
Curveball
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
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
69.0
Game Performance
Visual Edge
Pitch Ai
Notes
News
- Results From 2021 The Miami Prospect Games - Jun 30, 2021
- 2021 The Miami Prospect Games - Quick Hits - Jun 30, 2021
- 2021 Scout Day: Arsenal USA - Quick Hits - Feb 12, 2021
- Results From 2021 Scout Day: Arsenal USA - Feb 8, 2021
- 2019 Buckeye Elite Showcase - Complete Evaluations - Aug 1, 2019
- 2019 Buckeye Elite Showcase - Top Performers - Jul 15, 2019
- Results from 2019 Buckeye Elite Showcase - Jul 11, 2019
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Brandon Hire: SS/2B, (2022) Olentangy, OH. 5-foot-11, 160-pound. Solid at the plate, the right-handed hitter had a max exit velocity of 83 mph. (56.89 mph bat speed average). (19.94 mph hand speed average). Starts in a balanced athletic stance with a small controlled load, then uses a short stride. Bat speed is efficient and exhibits a level swing plane. Through the round he found multiple barrels. Line drive approach. Athletic while in the infield, made throws up to 78 mph; shows athletic feet, a natural clean exchange, and soft hands. Had a compact arm action with consistent accuracy to the bag.
5-foot-11, 160-pound lanky frame. Capable at the plate, the right-handed hitter had an exit velocity of 81 mph. Started in a balanced stance with a compact slow load, then used a controlled stride. Bat speed is average, exhibits an upward level swing plane and a back foot finish. Barreled up some balls with some loud contact. Base hit approach. Athletic while in the infield, made throws at velocities up to 76 mph; had a packing exchange, consistent hands, and athletic footwork. Fields the ball out front, movements laterally were athletic. Consistent accuracy to the bag, used a compact arm action with a high ¾ slot. During the event, clocked a 60 time of 7.14. Projectable on the mound, using a short arm action he showed quick arm speed from a ¾ arm angle. Feel type pitcher and uses decent effort. Showed athletic balance point with in line shoulders. Lands square with an athletic finish. Sat with his fastball at 74-77 mph; had sinking action and command around the zone. Throws a 11/5 curveball (65-67) with gradual action and glove side command. Had arm side control and fading action on his changeup (68-70).
Body Type: 5-foot-9, 150-pound prospect.
Swing Mechanics: Right-handed hitter that starts in a balanced stance. sImpel load that leads to a balanced launch.
Hit: Slightly downhill stroke with natural whip. Compact swing with a balanced combination of strength and hands. Bat to follow for when he gets more physical as he showed a ton of feel for contact.
Power: Line drive guy. 77 mph off the bat in BP.
Offensive Projection: TBD. Much more physical maturation to come.
Field: Smooth actions in the infield with good rhythm throughout. Ball skills are on par for his class.
Throw: Throws from over the top, and creates good carry on his throws. Very accurate throughout his showcase.
Defensice Projection: UTL.