@rider_layne 
24.9
Hand Speed (max)
2/04/23
CLASS OF 2027
3B
OF
Layne
Rider
Grove City Area (HS) • PA
6' 2" • 224.9LBS
R/R • 17yr 11mo
Travel Team: Avalanche Baseball Club
6' 2" • 224.9LBSR/R • 17yr 11mo
Travel Team: Avalanche Baseball Club
Rankings
2027 National
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2027 State
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Commitment
Best Of Stats
75.2
Bat Speed (max)
2/28/26
29.6
Rot. Acc (max)
3/02/24
100
Hard Hit %
2/28/26
101.9
Exit Velocity (max)
2/28/26
98.2
Exit Velocity (avg)
2/28/26
368
Distance (max)
6/08/26
82
Sweet Spot %
2/16/25
7.12
60-yd
6/08/26
3.99
30-yd
6/08/26
1.72
10-yd
6/08/26
19.6
Run speed (max)
6/08/26
83
INF Velo
3/02/24
82
OF Velo
6/18/24
-
C Velo
-
Pop Time
Fastball
73.9
Velocity (max)
6/20/23
70.8 - 73.5
Velo Range
6/20/23
1744
Spin Rate (avg)
6/20/23
Curveball
62.1 - 69.5
Velo Range
6/20/23
1608
Spin Rate (avg)
6/20/23
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PA State Games Session 1 (2026)
2027 IF Layne Rider (Grove City Area) Rider possesses a strong, physical frame at 6-foot-1.5, 225 lbs. He turned in a quick 7.12-second 60-yard dash. At the plate, the right-handed hitter showcased massive raw power, peaking at 100 mph exit velocity (average 91.5 mph) and launching his furthest ball 368 feet with a 60% sweet-spot rate. Defensively on the dirt, he recorded a strong 80 mph infield velocity across the diamond. Grip Strength: 127.8 / 133.1
PA Last Chance - Preseason ID
Rider features an athletic frame with present strength and one of the stronger offensive profiles in this group. The right-handed hitter averaged 98.2 mph exit velocity while reaching 102 mph and producing 353 feet of carry. His 72.3 mph bat speed and 83% on-plane efficiency point to a swing capable of producing consistent impact.
Outstanding grip strength numbers further support the offensive profile and suggest there is even more power potential moving forward.
Athletic Testing
Grip Strength (R/L): 123.8 / 126.4
Vizual Edge: 59.24
Physical: 6-2, 192 pounds; Long, muscular build. 7.6 runner in the 60.
Offensively: RHH. Closed setup, with feet just outside his shoulders; bat positioned at a 45 degree angle. Short take back with the hands with a toe-tap for timing. Stays behind the ball while showing an aggressive lower half. Showed a short swing path with a a finish around the back. More flyballs than line drives and groundballs with a peak exit velocity of 91 MPH via Trackman.
Defensively: Starts with an upright /tall setup; uses prep step while showing choppy feet. Hands are off to the side with a clean transfer. Moderate arm circle from a high 3/4 arm slot. OF - 75 MPH.