88
Velocity (max)
3/21/21
CLASS OF 2022
LHP
LHP
Willard
Peterson
Evansville
Evansville (HS) • WI
6' 3" • 230LBS
R/L • 21yr 1mo
Travel Team: Midwest Halos
Evansville (HS) • WI
6' 3" • 230LBS
R/L • 21yr 1mo
Travel Team: Midwest Halos
Rankings
2022 National
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2022 State
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Commitment
Best Of Stats
Fastball
85.3 - 87.4
Velo Range
3/21/21
2403
Spin Rate (avg)
3/21/21
Changeup
77.9 - 79.2
Velo Range
3/21/21
2206
Spin Rate (avg)
2/21/21
Curveball
70 - 73
Velo Range
7/01/21
2650
Spin Rate (avg)
3/21/21
Slider
68 - 69
Velo Range
7/23/19
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Spin Rate (avg)
Positional Tools
Hitting
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Pitching
2021
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Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
87.5
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
85.1
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).
2383
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.
28.0
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).
69.5
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).
2589
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).
76.1
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).
2096
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).
Top Prospect - Milwaukee (Invite Only)
Jul 13, 2021
Trackman - Fastball
86.3
Velocity (max)
83.8 - 85.8
Velo Range
83.6
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,457
Spin Rate (max)
2,378
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Curveball
71.5
Velocity (max)
68.8 - 70.8
Velo Range
67.5
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,682
Spin Rate (max)
2,592
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - ChangeUp
78.7
Velocity (max)
75.1 - 78.6
Velo Range
75.6
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,222
Spin Rate (max)
2,120
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Milwaukee Preseason I.D.
Mar 21, 2021
Trackman - Fastball
87.5
Velocity (max)
85.3 - 87.4
Velo Range
86.3
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,530
Spin Rate (max)
2,403
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Curveball
70.0
Velocity (max)
68.4 - 70.0
Velo Range
67.8
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,753
Spin Rate (max)
2,650
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - ChangeUp
79.6
Velocity (max)
77.9 - 79.2
Velo Range
78.2
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,065
Spin Rate (max)
1,970
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
West Milwaukee Preseason I.D.
Feb 21, 2021
Trackman - Fastball
86.5
Velocity (max)
84.1 - 86.1
Velo Range
84.3
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,446
Spin Rate (max)
2,377
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Curveball
70.7
Velocity (max)
68.6 - 70.0
Velo Range
67.0
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,652
Spin Rate (max)
2,523
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Trackman - ChangeUp
75.1
Velocity (max)
72.4 - 74.4
Velo Range
70.9
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,336
Spin Rate (max)
2,206
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
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
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.
Pitching Velos
2021
2020
2019
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
88.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
85.1
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
70.0
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
76.2
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
82.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
78.0
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
67.8
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
70.8
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)
77.5
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
65.2
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
Slider
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
68.5
Game Performance
Visual Edge
Pitch Ai
Notes
News
- Best of 2021: Max Fastball Leaders - Jan 27, 2022
- Milwaukee Preseason I.D.: Quick Hits - Mar 23, 2021
- West Milwaukee Preseason I.D.: Pitcher Analysis - Mar 15, 2021
- West Milwaukee Preseason I.D.: Quick Hits - Feb 22, 2021
- PBR at The Rock 16U: Scout Blog - Jul 28, 2020
- PBR at The Rock 16U: Day 1 Quick Hits - Jul 18, 2020
- South Milwaukee Preseason I.D.: Pitcher Analysis - Apr 9, 2020
- Wisconsin Class of 2022 Rankings: Newcomers, Part Two - Dec 5, 2019
- Wisconsin Class of 2022 Rankings: Just Missed - Sep 13, 2019
- Underclass Games: Pitcher Analysis - Sep 12, 2019
- PBR at The Rock 15U: Scout Blog - Jun 25, 2019
- South Milwaukee Preseason I.D.: Pitcher Analysis - Apr 25, 2019
- South Milwaukee Preseason I.D.: Quick Hits - Mar 4, 2019
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LHP Williard Peterson (Evansville, 2022) showed some impressive stuff on the mound during the game. Peterson has an intimidating presence on the mound standing at 6-foot-3, 220-pounds. He has a long, loose arm action with a low ¾ arm slot. Peterson’s fastball sat 84-86 with cutting action to it and a 2,400 RPM average. His curveball had 1/7 break which sat 68-70 mph and averaged 2,592 RPM.
Peterson was one of the stand-outs at the West Milwaukee I.D. almost exactly a month ago, and he reasserted himself as one of the top uncommitted left-handers in the state after this performance. A durable/powerful 6-foot-3, 240 pounds, Peterson has an eccentric mix, as he cuts both his fastball and changeup, spotting both well in and around the zone. He added a tick to his fastball high in between looks, reaching an 88 mph max on Sunday. Peterson also showcased what was, very possibly, the best breaking ball in attendance – a 2/8 curve that averages a spin rate of 2,650 rpm, with sharp action and the feel to land it for strikes. Peterson’s profile is unique enough to be a tough at-bat on its own, and his pitch metrics only add to his upside, as he’s still uncommitted.
Positional Profile: LHP
Body: 6-foot-3, 240-pounds. Physical, broad-shouldered build.
Delivery: Rhythmic drop/drive type delivery, stacks into back leg before uncoiling downhill, shoulders stay closed until front footstrike. Works in line to target, occasionally falls towards third base side, athletic finish through release.
Arm Action: LH. Long and loose arm action, 3/4 release.
FB: T87, 84-85 mph. Comes out from a lower release angle (5 ft. average) and works around to cut it. Above-average spin characteristics and efficiency. T2446, 2376 average rpm.
CB: 69-70 mph. Raw feel to spin, averaged 2,500+ RPM. 2/8 shape, gradual action; still fully harnessing it. T2652, 2522 average rpm.
CH: 72-74 mph. Unique spin-profile on changeup. Wrists work around to cut it; T2335 rpm, averaged 2205.
Positional Profile: LHP
Body: 6-foot-2, 225-pounds. Strong, wide-shouldered build.
Delivery: Smooth rhythm throughout delivery, athletic front side, front toe lands closed, stays on line with target, falls towards third base side.
Arm Action: LH. Long and loose arm action, high 3/4 slot.
FB: T82, 78-80 mph. Works with natural cut action.
CB: 67-70 mph. 2/8 shape with sweeping action. Feel for pitch.
CH: 69-70 mph. Thrown with near fastball arm speed. Flashed sink.
Positional Profile: LHP
Body: 6-foot-2, 225-pounds. Sturdy, durable frame.
Delivery: Works from right side of the rubber; squared, wide base. Back step into high knee, shoulders level, lands closed.
Arm Action: LH. Long arm swing, loose action from a 3/4 slot.
FB: T82, 78-82 mph. Produces natural cut action.
CB: 66-69 mph. 2/8 shape with tight spin, above-average action.
CH: 70-74 mph. Mostly maintains arm speed; action varies from similar natural cut to fade.
+ LHP Willard Peterson (Evansville HS, WI) showed next-level attributes while on the bump today. Peterson, the big left-hander repeats his simple and fluid motion, helping him pound the strike zone. In a quick first inning of work, he punched out a couple batters and picked another off after a soft infield single. Peterson showed real feel for his 2/8 breaking ball that he backdoor’d a couple times for strikes, too.
Positional Profile: LHP
Body: 6-foot-2, 210-pounds. Large durable build.
Delivery: Delivery works slightly across body, level shoulders closed front side, in rhythm.
Arm Action: LH. Long loose arm action, high 3/4 slot, low effort.
FB: T77, 74-76 mph. Natural cut action, also showed sink at times.
CB: 64-65 mph. 1/7 shape, slurve type.
SL: 68-69 mph. Similar shape to curveball, firmer with some depth.
Large frame and build, 6-foot-2, 210-pound left-handed pitcher. Repeatable delivery, gets rotational at times and will finish to third base side. Arm is loose and easy, works out of high ¾ slot. Fastball showed natural cut action, played 77-79 mph. Flashes slurve type breaking ball at 65 mph. Follow left-handed arm in the class.
Positional Profile: LHP
Body: 6-foot-2, 210-pounds. Large build.
Delivery: Tall and fall, stride foot moves down and around to closed landing, slightly rotational and creates deceptive angle. Easy effort.
Arm Action: LH. 3/4 slot, long loose action, clean and easy.
FB: T81, 77-80 mph. Plays with angle, showed better out of the windup.
CB: 63-69 mph. 2/8 shape, big sweeping action, flashed above average.
CH: 67-71 mph. Near fastball arm action, sinks to arm side
At our PBR Badger State Battle, Peterson hurled three scoreless innings with four strikeouts. Peterson’s stuff impressed tremendously; the 6-foot-3, 225-pound southpaw routinely pumped his fastball in at 84-87 mph at 2,300+ RPM and spun several sharp breaking balls in the low-70s that crossed the 2,700+ RPM mark.