89.1
Velocity (max)
2/25/23
CLASS OF 2024
LHP
1B
Brady
Koester
Kimberly (HS) • WI
6' 5" • 200LBS
L/L • 18yr 4mo
Travel Team: ISA
6' 5" • 200LBS
L/L • 18yr 4mo
Travel Team: ISA
Rankings
2024 National
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2024 State
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Commitment
Best Of Stats
Fastball
87 - 89
Velo Range
7/19/23
2259
Spin Rate (avg)
2/25/23
Changeup
80.2 - 82.2
Velo Range
2/25/23
1980
Spin Rate (avg)
2/25/23
Curveball
75 - 75
Velo Range
7/19/23
2023
Spin Rate (avg)
2/25/23
Slider
76 - 78
Velo Range
2/25/23
2264
Spin Rate (avg)
2/25/23
95.3
Exit Velocity (max)
2/27/22
84.5
Exit Velocity (avg)
2/27/22
321
Distance (max)
2/27/22
64
Sweet Spot %
2/27/22
21.2
Hand Speed (max)
2/27/22
75.4
Bat Speed (max)
2/27/22
14.3
Rot. Acc (max)
2/27/22
-
Hard Hit %
7.22
60
2/27/22
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30-yd
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10-yd
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Run speed (max)
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)
7.22
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.
13.2
Hitting
2022
Exit Velocity Max
The highest exit velocity of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
95.3
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
84.5
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
321
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
203
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
21.1
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.
Green Bay Preseason ID
Feb 27, 2022
Trackman - Hitting
95.3
Exit Velocity (max)
84.5
Exit Velocity (avg)
203
Distance (avg)
321
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Hitting
2022
Hand Speed Max
The highest Peak Hand Speed of any swing in the given event year.
21.2
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
20.0
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
75.4
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
72.7
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.
Green Bay Preseason ID
Feb 27, 2022
Blast - Hitting
21.2
Hand Speed (max)
20.0
Hand Speed (avg)
75.4
Bat Speed (max)
72.7
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).
89.1
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
87.3
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).
2259
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.
25.9
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).
72.0
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).
2023
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).
81.2
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).
1980
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).
76.8
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).
2264
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).
85.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
83.7
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).
1915
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).
71.3
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).
1868
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).
77.9
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).
1591
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).
Green Bay Preseason ID
Feb 25, 2023
Trackman - Fastball
89.1
Velocity (max)
85.8 - 88.9
Velo Range
86.1
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,341
Spin Rate (max)
2,259
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
73.4
Velocity (max)
70.9 - 73.0
Velo Range
68.7
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,168
Spin Rate (max)
2,023
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
78.1
Velocity (max)
75.9 - 77.7
Velo Range
74.6
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,331
Spin Rate (max)
2,264
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Trackman - ChangeUp
82.2
Velocity (max)
80.2 - 82.2
Velo Range
79.1
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,042
Spin Rate (max)
1,980
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Top Prospect Games: Upperclass (Invite-Only)
Jul 12, 2022
Trackman - Fastball
85.0
Velocity (max)
83.0 - 84.8
Velo Range
81.3
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,252
Spin Rate (max)
2,130
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Curveball
70.9
Velocity (max)
68.7 - 70.3
Velo Range
66.1
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,179
Spin Rate (max)
1,949
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Green Bay Preseason ID
Feb 27, 2022
Trackman - Fastball
83.7
Velocity (max)
83.2 - 83.6
Velo Range
81.9
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,682
Spin Rate (max)
1,565
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Curveball
74.7
Velocity (max)
72.4 - 74.6
Velo Range
71.5
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,938
Spin Rate (max)
1,769
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Trackman - ChangeUp
79.0
Velocity (max)
77.5 - 78.6
Velo Range
77.4
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,706
Spin Rate (max)
1,591
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Pitch Scores
2023
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
Curveball
Hammer+
A hammer breaking ball drops vertically with velocity through the zone, or 12-to-6 movement. Hammer+ of 100 is MLB average.
Curveball
Sweep+
A sweeping breaking ball moves horizontally with velocity through the zone. Sweep+ 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.
Green Bay Preseason ID
Feb 25, 2023
Pitch Scores - Fastball
Hop+
Rise+
Sink+
Pitch Scores - Curveball
Hammer+
Sweep+
Pitch Scores - Slider
Hammer+
Sweep+
Pitching Velos
2023
2022
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
89.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
87.8
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
73.5
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
81.0
Slider
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
77.0
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
85.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
83.8
Curveball
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
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.
68.19
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.
Top Prospect Games: Upperclass (Invite-Only)
Jul 12, 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)
Arm Slot (avg)
Lateral Trunk Tilt (avg)
Arm Path (avg)
Deception (avg)
Torque (avg)
Efficiency (avg)
Sequencing (avg)
Notes
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LHP Brady Koester (Kimberly, 2024) was a name our staff was excited to see after hearing about some of the gains he has made throughout the offseason, and his performance on Saturday was one of the day’s most memorable. Listed at an ultra-projectable 6-foot-5, 200 pounds, Koester is an easy mover on the mound and he utilizes some simple, repeatable mechanics. As for his repertoire, he featured a straight fastball that averaged an induced vertical break of 16.1 inches, which reached highs of 89.1 mph and sat in the 85-88 mph range. He also was able to spin in both a slider and curveball for strikes. The curveball played with 12/6 action and he was able to manipulate it in the zone and also bury it below the zone effectively. His slider still played with some downer action but had slightly more horizontal movement when crossing home plate. He was also able to sell a quality changeup that maxed at 18.3 inches of horizontal movement, which rounds out his above-average four-pitch mix. With the projectability and overall stuff that Koester already possesses, there is a lot to like from this uncommitted arm and the ceiling is still very high for this southpaw.
Positional Profile: LHP/1B
Body: 6-5, 200-pounds. Tall, athletic build, good proportions.
Delivery: Medium arc, high 3/4 slot.
Arm Action: LH. Medium arc, on-line, on-line land, slightly open toe, balance, quiet head, medium leg swing finish with good direction.
FB: T89, 86-89 mph. Downhill plane, late baby tail finish. T2341, 2259 average rpm.
CB: 71-73 mph. Top to bottom, late bite, can land and get below, weapon. T2168, 2023 average rpm.
SL: 76-78 mph. Late two-plane break, weapon. T2331, 2264 average rpm.
CH: 80-82 mph. Good sell, late tail and fade, potential future weapon. T2042, 1980 average rpm.
Positional ProfileLHP/1B
Body: 6-4, 190-pounds. Long limbs. High waisted. Room to fill.
Delivery: Methodical, tall/fall delivery. Stays inline throughout. Balanced finish.
Arm Action: LH. Continuous, quick arm loop. High 3/4 slot.
FB: T85, 83-85 mph. Late ride through the zone. Mostly straight. T2252, 2130 average rpm.
CB: 69-70 mph. 12/6 action. Plays well off of fastball. Feel for the pitch. T2179, 1949 average rpm.
Koester recently came away as a name to follow after his performance at the Green Bay Preseason ID and after getting some experience on a talented Kimberly squad, he seems poised for a big summer circuit. At 6-foot-4, 190-pounds Koester’s projectability is real and he already has a talented skill set to boot. During his inning of work, Koester reached highs of 85 mph with a straight fastball from a higher slot. His breaking ball plays really well off of the high fastball with late 12/6. Overall, Koester put together a solid outing against some formidable competition and walked away as a name to follow as he continues his prep career.
The long-limbed 6-foot-4, 180-pound southpaw pumped his fastball in at 83-84 mph from a high release height on average (6.3 feet), while averaging 18.8 inches of vertical break, per TrackMan. Though still developing his secondaries, Koester did flash feel for a sinking changeup at times while maintaining fastball intent and slot. In the box, he sets up standing straight up. Dropping in with control to plant, and maintaining soft elbows and grip in transition. Koester notably works from inside the ball with an advanced feel for using the backside gap with clean spin and carry. He also looks in control of his barrel throughout the swing. This was our first up-close look at the Kimberly sophomore and we’re eager to see the progress he makes as the year rolls on.
Positional Profile: LHP/1B
Body: 6-4, 180-pounds. Long levers, lean, thin waist. Room to grow.
Delivery: Athletic drop/drive downhill pattern, steady tempo, strong front side, lead leg swings into an open-toed landing.
Arm Action: LH. Compact draw from the glove, short on the backside and finishes from an over-the-top slot.
FB: T83.7, 83.2-83.6 mph. Four-seam type that works from a high release. Above-average vertical shape. T1681, 1565 average rpm.
CB: 72.4-74.6 mph. Thrown with intent and conviction. 1/7 shape, minimal spin. T1938, 1769 average rpm.
CH: 77.5-78.6 mph. Maintains fastball arm speed and slot. Flashed sink and played low in the zone. T1706, 1590 average rpm.