31.8
Hand Speed (max)
11/07/20
CLASS OF 2024
OF
RHP
Nick
Cucchi
Central Florida
A3 Academy (HS) • FL
6' 0" • 180LBS
R/R • 19yr
Travel Team: Gold Culture
A3 Academy (HS) • FL
6' 0" • 180LBS
R/R • 19yr
Travel Team: Gold Culture
Rankings
2024 National
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2024 State
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Commitment
Best Of Stats
81
Bat Speed (max)
11/07/20
23.4
Rot. Acc (max)
6/23/21
65
Hard Hit %
2/13/23
98
Exit Velocity (max)
2/13/23
90.1
Exit Velocity (avg)
2/13/23
366
Distance (max)
10/30/21
65
Sweet Spot %
2/13/23
6.81
60
10/30/21
-
30-yd
-
10-yd
-
Run speed (max)
82
INF Velo
11/07/20
90
OF Velo
10/30/21
-
C Velo
-
Pop Time
Fastball
86
Velocity (max)
7/22/21
80 - 85
Velo Range
7/22/21
1947
Spin Rate (avg)
10/30/21
Changeup
72.4 - 77
Velo Range
10/30/21
1948
Spin Rate (avg)
11/07/20
Curveball
68 - 71
Velo Range
7/22/21
2048
Spin Rate (avg)
11/07/20
Positional Tools
2021
2020
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60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
6.81
Infield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an infield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
82.0
Outfield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an outfield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
90.0
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.
14.3
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
7.10
Infield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an infield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
82.0
Outfield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an outfield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
82.0
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.
13.0
Hitting
2023
2021
2020
Exit Velocity Max
The highest exit velocity of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
98.0
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
89.1
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
337
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
213
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
20.8
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).
97.1
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
86.4
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
366
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
198
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
17.2
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).
92.2
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
81.3
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
328
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
157
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
15.4
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 Preseason Classic BP
Feb 13, 2023
Trackman - Hitting
98.0
Exit Velocity (max)
90.1
Exit Velocity (avg)
227
Distance (avg)
337
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
2023 FL Preseason All-State (Invite-Only)
Jan 21, 2023
Trackman - Hitting
95.8
Exit Velocity (max)
87.1
Exit Velocity (avg)
179
Distance (avg)
315
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
2021 Sophomore State Games
Oct 30, 2021
Trackman - Hitting
97.1
Exit Velocity (max)
88.5
Exit Velocity (avg)
217
Distance (avg)
366
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Team Florida ID Games - IMG
Jun 23, 2021
Trackman - Hitting
93.3
Exit Velocity (max)
84.5
Exit Velocity (avg)
180
Distance (avg)
346
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Midland Swarm Scout Day
Dec 12, 2020
Trackman - Hitting
92.2
Exit Velocity (max)
78.8
Exit Velocity (avg)
127
Distance (avg)
328
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Rising Stars State Games
Nov 7, 2020
Trackman - Hitting
91.1
Exit Velocity (max)
82.3
Exit Velocity (avg)
169
Distance (avg)
322
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Hitting
2021
2020
Hand Speed Max
The highest Peak Hand Speed of any swing in the given event year.
24.5
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
21.8
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
74.8
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
68.8
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.
31.8
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
26.2
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
81.0
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
74.4
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 Sophomore State Games
Oct 30, 2021
Blast - Hitting
22.3
Hand Speed (max)
21.1
Hand Speed (avg)
74.8
Bat Speed (max)
70.4
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Team Florida ID Games - IMG
Jun 23, 2021
Blast - Hitting
24.5
Hand Speed (max)
22.3
Hand Speed (avg)
73.6
Bat Speed (max)
67.6
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Rising Stars State Games
Nov 7, 2020
Blast - Hitting
31.8
Hand Speed (max)
26.2
Hand Speed (avg)
81.0
Bat Speed (max)
74.4
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Pitching
2021
2020
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
84.1
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
82.2
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).
1947
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.
23.7
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).
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
74.9
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).
1659
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).
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
78.1
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
74.2
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).
1830
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.
24.7
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).
65.7
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).
2048
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).
65.2
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).
1948
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).
2021 Sophomore State Games
Oct 30, 2021
Trackman - Fastball
84.1
Velocity (max)
81.1 - 83.3
Velo Range
79.0
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,155
Spin Rate (max)
1,947
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - ChangeUp
77.0
Velocity (max)
72.4 - 77.0
Velo Range
72.5
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,725
Spin Rate (max)
1,659
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Rising Stars State Games
Nov 7, 2020
Trackman - Fastball
78.1
Velocity (max)
72.5 - 76.0
Velo Range
72.4
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,985
Spin Rate (max)
1,830
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Curveball
67.6
Velocity (max)
64.0 - 67.4
Velo Range
63.6
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,136
Spin Rate (max)
2,048
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - ChangeUp
66.1
Velocity (max)
64.3 - 66.1
Velo Range
63.5
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,971
Spin Rate (max)
1,948
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Pitch Scores
2021
2020
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
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
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
86.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
82.8
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
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
76.0
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
79.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
76.2
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
65.8
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
65.0
Game Performance
Visual Edge
2021
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.
74.62
Pitch Ai
Notes
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Position Profile: OF/RHP
Body: 6-0, 187-pounds. Physical athlete.
Hit: RHH. Works uphill with power potential. Natural lift, pull-side juice..
Power: 96 max exit velocity, averaged 87.1 mph. 315' max distance.
Arm: RH. Above average arm.
Defense: Athletic defender with solid movements.
South Florida Commit, 6-foot, 178-pound athletic build. Athletic above average in the box, the right-handed hitter clocked an exit velocity of 97 mph. (70.40 mph bat speed average). (21.12 mph hand speed average). Begins in a balanced wide stance with a tight load, then uses a short quick stride. Bat speed was present above average, showed an upward swing plane and high good extension on his finish. Found multiple barrels with a lot of loud contact. Gap to gap pull side approach. Confident solid in the outfield, he used momentum and arm strength to record throws up to 90 mph;has a clean natural exchange, rhythmic in control feet, and soft consistent hands. Movements laterally were athletic and he fields the ball out front. Showed athletic slot and a very quick arm action with decent accuracy to the bag. Performed well in the 60-yard dash, clocking a speedy time of 6.81. Athletic raw on the mound, showed a short very quick arm action and a high ¾ arm angle with quick above average arm speed. Drop-and-drive type pitcher who uses max effort. Balance point is tall with a falling off shoulders during delivery. Lands hard with an athletic finish. Changeup (75-77 mph). Produced a fastball that came in at 82-84 mph. shows arm side command. (Max spin 2154; Avg 1949). Shows low in the zone control on his 11/5 curveball.
6-foot, 173-pound athletic physical frame. Projectable in the box, Cucchi recorded an exit velocity of 93 mph. (67.58 mph bat speed average). (22.31 mph hand speed average). Starts in an athletic stance with a small load, then uses a controlled small leg kick stride. Bat speed is above average, shows an upward swing plane and high finish. He created a lot of loud contact and found multiple barrels. Pull side line drive approach. Capable while in the infield, made throws up to 82 mph; showed consistent hands, consistent feet, and a clean exchange. Athletic when throwing from the outfield, he showed off his strong arm with throws at velocities of 88 mph;showed consistent hands, athletic feet, and a natural exchange. Fielded the ball to the side with athletic movement laterally. Consistent accuracy to the bases, used a high ¾ slot with a long arm action. Recorded a time of 7.05 in the 60-yard dash.Â
Positional Profile: OF/3B - Uncommitted, High instinct player with a lot of upside. Stays on the barrel and has a chance to be a dangerous hitter as he continues to develop.
Body: 5-foot-11, 165-pounds. Tall, athletic frame. Has started to add physicality.
Defense: OF - Quick first step. Fluid footwork. Fields cleanly out front with momentum towards the target. INF - Twitchy actions with quick feet. Soft hands.
Arm: RH. INF - 82 mph. OF - 82 mph. Over the top arm slot. Long to short arm action.
Hit: RHH. Wide balanced setup. Rhythm in the hands. Leg kick load. Level bat path. Twitchy actions in the box. Gap-to-gap approach. Above average bat speed.
Power: 91 mph exit velocity. Ball jumps off the bat. Potential for above average power.
Run: 7.25 runner in the 60.Â
Delivery: Slow, balanced, tall and drive delivery.
Arm Action: RH. Over the top arm slot. Short to long arm action.
FB: T78, 74-78 mph. Armside run.
CB: 65-68 mph. 12/6 shape. Competitive low in the zone.
CH: 64-66 mph. Fading action.
Positional Profile: 3B/OF
Body: 5-foot-11, 165-pounds. Twitchy, compact movements with a lean, lanky frame and present athleticism.
Defense: Light feet. Funnels balls with a two hand gather and wide base. Gets weight and eyes behind balls and gets rid of it quickly.
Arm: RH. INF - 74 mph. Over top arm slot, short arm action, staying on top of baseball.
Hit: RHH. Athletic, twitchy stance with movement in the arms and legs. Creates a rhythmic load and separation with a leg kick. When he gets the body behind the ball the bat speed is at its best and the direct path to the ball helps him extend through the ball more.
Power: 80 mph exit velocity from the tee.Â
Run: 7.1 runner in the 60.Â
Delivery: Tall and fall delivery, hitch in balance point, athletic in line finish.Â
Arm Action: RH. Over the top arm slot, long to short arm action.
FB: T79, 75-78 mph. Arm side sinking action. Stays on top of baseball.
CB: 64-66 mph. 11/5 shape, over the plate, spinning action.