22.9
Hand Speed (max)
6/04/24
CLASS OF 2026
2B
RHP
Christian
Starks
Pickens County (HS) • GA
6' 1" • 175LBS
R/R • 17yr 4mo
Travel Team: 16u Georgia Jackets National
6' 1" • 175LBS
R/R • 17yr 4mo
Travel Team: 16u Georgia Jackets National
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Best Of Stats
70
Bat Speed (max)
6/04/24
28.8
Rot. Acc (max)
6/04/24
25
Hard Hit %
5/19/24
93.8
Exit Velocity (max)
6/04/24
83.3
Exit Velocity (avg)
1/14/24
332
Distance (max)
6/04/24
73
Sweet Spot %
5/21/23
7.35
60
6/04/24
3.97
30-yd
1/14/24
1.71
10-yd
5/21/23
18.7
Run speed (max)
6/04/24
86
INF Velo
6/04/24
-
OF Velo
-
C Velo
-
Pop Time
Fastball
85
Velocity (max)
6/06/24
80 - 84
Velo Range
6/06/24
2236
Spin Rate (avg)
6/04/24
Changeup
76.2 - 78.2
Velo Range
5/19/24
1635
Spin Rate (avg)
6/04/24
Curveball
73.5 - 75.2
Velo Range
5/19/24
2009
Spin Rate (avg)
5/21/23
Slider
74.1 - 76.2
Velo Range
6/04/24
2255
Spin Rate (avg)
6/04/24
Positional Tools
2024
2023
2021
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Infield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an infield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
86.0
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
7.49
Infield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an infield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
85.0
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.
12.4
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
8.08
Infield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an infield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
77.0
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
2024
2023
Exit Velocity Max
The highest exit velocity of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
93.8
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
82.5
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
332
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
215
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
22.0
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).
92.9
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
81.2
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
312
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
193
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
18.4
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.
Top Prospect Games: Underclass (Invite-Only)
Jun 4, 2024
Trackman - Hitting
93.8
Exit Velocity (max)
82.2
Exit Velocity (avg)
260
Distance (avg)
332
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Scout Day: Georgia Jackets
May 19, 2024
Trackman - Hitting
91.3
Exit Velocity (max)
81.4
Exit Velocity (avg)
182
Distance (avg)
302
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Georgia Preseason All-State (Invite-Only)
Jan 14, 2024
Trackman - Hitting
90.3
Exit Velocity (max)
83.3
Exit Velocity (avg)
181
Distance (avg)
304
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Top Prospect Games: Underclass (Invite-Only)
Jun 6, 2023
Trackman - Hitting
91.0
Exit Velocity (max)
83.1
Exit Velocity (avg)
177
Distance (avg)
303
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
PBR Scout Day: Georgia Jackets
May 21, 2023
Trackman - Hitting
92.9
Exit Velocity (max)
82.8
Exit Velocity (avg)
221
Distance (avg)
312
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Preseason All-State (Invite-Only)
Jan 8, 2023
Trackman - Hitting
90.4
Exit Velocity (max)
77.7
Exit Velocity (avg)
173
Distance (avg)
305
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Hitting
2024
2023
Hand Speed Max
The highest Peak Hand Speed of any swing in the given event year.
22.9
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
21.2
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
70.0
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
66.8
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.
22.2
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
20.7
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
68.2
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
65.4
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.
Top Prospect Games: Underclass (Invite-Only)
Jun 4, 2024
Blast - Hitting
22.9
Hand Speed (max)
21.9
Hand Speed (avg)
70.0
Bat Speed (max)
68.4
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Georgia Preseason All-State (Invite-Only)
Jan 14, 2024
Blast - Hitting
21.3
Hand Speed (max)
20.4
Hand Speed (avg)
68.4
Bat Speed (max)
65.1
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Top Prospect Games: Underclass (Invite-Only)
Jun 6, 2023
Blast - Hitting
22.2
Hand Speed (max)
21.0
Hand Speed (avg)
68.2
Bat Speed (max)
65.8
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Preseason All-State (Invite-Only)
Jan 8, 2023
Blast - Hitting
21.9
Hand Speed (max)
20.4
Hand Speed (avg)
67.4
Bat Speed (max)
64.8
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Pitching
2024
2023
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
83.5
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
82.1
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).
2192
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).
74.4
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).
1795
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).
76.9
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).
1595
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).
74.0
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).
2234
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).
77.7
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
76.4
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).
1867
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.
24.4
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).
70.0
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).
2009
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).
74.0
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).
1498
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).
69.8
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).
1797
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).
Top Prospect Games: Underclass (Invite-Only)
Jun 4, 2024
Trackman - Fastball
83.5
Velocity (max)
82.1 - 83.2
Velo Range
79.7
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,366
Spin Rate (max)
2,236
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
76.6
Velocity (max)
74.1 - 76.2
Velo Range
72.1
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,317
Spin Rate (max)
2,255
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Trackman - ChangeUp
77.0
Velocity (max)
75.7 - 77.0
Velo Range
71.7
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,680
Spin Rate (max)
1,635
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Scout Day: Georgia Jackets
May 19, 2024
Trackman - Fastball
81.9
Velocity (max)
81.3 - 81.9
Velo Range
79.4
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,256
Spin Rate (max)
2,228
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
75.4
Velocity (max)
73.5 - 75.2
Velo Range
72.9
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,319
Spin Rate (max)
1,795
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
78.6
Velocity (max)
76.2 - 78.2
Velo Range
74.9
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,672
Spin Rate (max)
1,613
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Georgia Preseason All-State (Invite-Only)
Jan 14, 2024
Trackman - Fastball
82.0
Velocity (max)
81.6 - 81.9
Velo Range
79.3
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,155
Spin Rate (max)
2,078
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
73.5
Velocity (max)
71.3 - 73.1
Velo Range
69.9
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,235
Spin Rate (max)
2,208
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
77.2
Velocity (max)
76.4 - 77.2
Velo Range
74.2
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,627
Spin Rate (max)
1,561
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
PBR Scout Day: Georgia Jackets
May 21, 2023
Trackman - Fastball
77.7
Velocity (max)
75.0 - 77.7
Velo Range
75.5
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,983
Spin Rate (max)
1,867
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
70.9
Velocity (max)
68.9 - 70.9
Velo Range
68.6
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,061
Spin Rate (max)
2,009
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Trackman - Slider
70.3
Velocity (max)
69.0 - 70.3
Velo Range
68.4
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,060
Spin Rate (max)
1,797
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
74.3
Velocity (max)
73.7 - 74.3
Velo Range
72.1
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,528
Spin Rate (max)
1,498
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Pitch Scores
2024
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.
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.
PBR Scout Day: Georgia Jackets
May 21, 2023
Pitch Scores - Fastball
Hop+
Rise+
Sink+
Pitch Scores - Curveball
Hammer+
Sweep+
Pitch Scores - Slider
Hammer+
Sweep+
Pitching Velos
2024
2023
2021
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)
81.5
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
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
Slider
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
73.5
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)
79.1
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
71.9
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).
75.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
73.0
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
63.0
Game Performance
2024
2023
10 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-10-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
1.71
30 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-30-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
3.97
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-60-yard time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
7.35
Top Speed (MPH)
The athlete's fastest split time converted to miles per hour.
RSi
The reactive strength index measurement of an athlete's explosiveness by comparing their jump height to the ground contact time in between their jumps. On a scale of 0-5.
Vertical Jump
A measure of any athlete's body strength and reach calculated from the flight time divided by the contact time.
10 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-10-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
1.71
30 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-30-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
4.05
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-60-yard time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
7.41
Top Speed (MPH)
The athlete's fastest split time converted to miles per hour.
RSi
The reactive strength index measurement of an athlete's explosiveness by comparing their jump height to the ground contact time in between their jumps. On a scale of 0-5.
Vertical Jump
A measure of any athlete's body strength and reach calculated from the flight time divided by the contact time.
Top Prospect Games: Underclass (Invite-Only)
Jun 4, 2024
Swift
1.74
10-yd
4.07
30-yd
7.35
60-yd
18.7
Run speed (max)
0.84
RSi (max)
31.1
Jump Height (max)
Preseason All-State (Invite-Only)
Jan 8, 2023
Swift
1.75
10-yd
7.56
60-yd
17.6
Run speed (max)
2.62
RSi (max)
2.62
RSi (avg)
1,368
Jump Power (max)
26.2
Jump Height (max)
26.2
Jump Height (avg)
Visual Edge
2024
2023
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.
65.87
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.
51.71
Pitch Ai
Notes
News
- GHSA Diamond Notes: Week 1 - Feb 20, 2024
- Top Prospect Games: Underclass - Statistical Analysis - Jun 9, 2023
- PBR Scout Day: Georgia Jackets - Pitching Data Dive - Jun 1, 2023
- Preseason All-State: Middle Infielder Reports - Feb 1, 2023
- Preseason All State : Heavy Hitters - Jan 17, 2023
- Preseason All-State: Blast Motion Boards - Jan 13, 2023
- Preseason All-State: Stats Story - Jan 11, 2023
- PBR Junior Future Games: Team Georgia Game 2 Recaps - Jul 30, 2022
- PBR Junior Future Games: Team Georgia Game 1 Recaps - Jul 28, 2022
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Physical
2024
Grip Strgth (LH)
Grip strength is a measure of a players bat control and ability to transfer power and speed during impact, measured in pounds of force generated; collected with elbow bent at 90 degrees.
Grip Strgth (RH)
Grip strength is a measure of a players bat control and ability to transfer power and speed during impact, measured in pounds of force generated; collected with elbow bent at 90 degrees.
Positional Profile: 2B/RHP
Body: 6-0, 162-pounds.
Delivery: Offset feet from windup, simple leg kick, coils arm behind body to create good shoulder hip separation
Arm Action: RH. lower 3/4 arm slot, whips through the zone
FB: T84, 82-83 mph. Gets good ride out of lower arm slot, mixes in 2S well T2366, 2236 average rpm.
CB: 11/5 movement patern, mixes in well with fastball
SL: 74-76 mph. Throws it hard, but for strikes, ability to throw it at any count. Tight spin deceptive from lower 3/4 arm slot T2317, 2255 average rpm.
CH: 76-77 mph. T1680, 1635 average rpm.
ATH: 7.35 runner in the 60. 1.74 and 4.07 in the 10 and 30 yard splits. 31.10 max vertical.
Positional Profile: 2B/RHP
Body: 6-0, 162-pounds.
Hit: RHH. Slightly open setup, hands by ear. Whole field approach, good power to both gaps. 68.4 mph bat speed with 25 G's of rotational acceleration.
Power: 94 max exit velocity, averaged 82.2 mph. 332' max distance.
Arm: RH. INF-86 mph. Longer over the top action
Defense: Presents glove early, good footwork, quick transfer
ATH: 7.35 runner in the 60. 1.74 and 4.07 in the 10 and 30 yard splits. 31.10 max vertical.
Positional Profile: 2B/RHP
Body: 6-1, 175-pounds. Longer limbed build, leaner. Athletic with more room to fill out the frame.
Delivery: Quick pace, strong intent delivery. Stays in the lower half well.
Arm Action: RH. 3/4 slot.
FB: T82, 81-82 mph. Gets a ton of sink/run. Fills up the bottom of the zone. T2155, 2070 average rpm.
SL: 71-73 mph. Late break. Will produce ton of swing and miss. Landed it for strikes. T2235, 2208 average rpm.
CH: 76-77 mph. Late, sinking action. Great pitch to throw off the fastball. T1627, 1561 average rpm.
ATH: 1.71 and 3.97 in the 10 and 30 yard splits. 27.90 max vertical.
Positional Profile: 2B/RHP
Body: 6-1, 175-pounds. Longer limbed build, leaner. Athletic with more room to fill out the frame.
Hit: RHH. Even and wider base. Line drive BP round. Consistent round of batting practice. No stride on the front side. 65.1 mph bat speed with 17 G's of rotational acceleration.
Power: 90 max exit velocity, averaged 83.3 mph. 304' max distance.
Arm: RH. INF-86 mph. Longer arm, present strength.
Defense: Choppy feet at times, clean when fielding.
ATH: 1.71 and 3.97 in the 10 and 30 yard splits. 27.90 max vertical.
Christian Starks, Pickens (GA), 2026
Positional Profile: 2B/RHP
Body: 6-1, 160-pounds.
Hit: RHH. Crouched stance, small leg-kick. Line-drive approach/solid contact through the zone. Good intent on the swing. 65.8 mph bat speed with 16 G’s of rotational acceleration.
Power: 91 max exit velocity, averaged 83.1 mph. 303' max distance.
Arm: RH. INF-84 mph. Powerful, strong arm, 3/4 arm action.
Defense: Quick release, good transfer, good footwork.
ATH: 7.49 runner in the 60. 1.82 in the 10 yard split.
Vizual Edge: 51.71 Edge Score
Positional Profile: 2B/RHP
Body: 6-1, 160-pounds.
Hit: RHH. Crouched stance, small leg-kick. Line-drive approach/solid contact through the zone. Good intent on the swing. 65.8 mph bat speed with 16 G’s of rotational acceleration.
Power: 91 max exit velocity, averaged 83.1 mph. 303' max distance.
Arm: RH. INF-84 mph. Powerful, strong arm, 3/4 arm action.
Defense: Quick release, good transfer, good footwork.
ATH: 7.49 runner in the 60. 1.82 in the 10 yard split.
Vizual Edge: 51.71 Edge Score
Body: 6-1, 160-pounds. Broad shoulders, long levers, tons of room to fill out.
Hits: RHH. He has good hip pace, rides the backside in stride creating some of the best linear connection in the class as the hands are thrown. His weight distribution at landing is perfect, and he routinely catches the ball just outside his front foot for big exit velocity barrels innate ability to match pitch plane with his short, direct path that gets optimal extension.
Power: 90 max exit velocity, averaged 77.7 MPH. 305' max distance. Repeats swing better than most his age, gap to gap juice.
Arm: RH. INF-79 mph.Needs work on shortening arm action to fit in IF, as well as changing arm angles on certain plays. Big arm swing L3/4 slot.
Defense: Solid balance, moves to ball with aggressiveness. Stays down through ball well.
Run: 7.56 runner in the 60.
GA Preseason All State
This 2022 JFG alumni was one of the most impressive young players in the event. The swing mechanics are extremely advanced and he has an innate ability to match pitch plane with his short, direct path that gets optimal extension. Starks repeats his swing better than most his age, with serious gap to gap juice. He has good hip pace, rides the backside in stride creating some of the best linear connection in the class as the hands are thrown. His weight distribution at landing is perfect, and he routinely catches the ball just outside his front foot for big exit velocity barrels (90.4 EV). Defensively, Starks instincts and solid footwork that work in a constant flow toward the bag. His near sidearm arm action was up to 79 mph and will play at multiple infield positions as he gets stronger.
Positional Profile: 2B/RHP High ceiling bat for class.
Body: 6-1, 160-pounds. Broad shoulders, long levers, tons of room to fill out.
Hits: RHH. He has good hip pace, rides the backside in stride creating some of the best linear connection in the class as the hands are thrown. His weight distribution at landing is perfect, and he routinely catches the ball just outside his front foot for big exit velocity barrels innate ability to match pitch plane with his short, direct path that gets optimal extension.
Power: 90 max exit velocity, averaged 77.7 MPH. 305' max distance. Repeats swing better than most his age, gap to gap juice.
Arm: RH. INF-79 mph.Needs work on shortening arm action to fit in IF, as well as changing arm angles on certain plays. Big arm swing L3/4 slot.
Defense: Solid balance, moves to ball with aggressiveness. Stays down through ball well.
Run: 7.56 runner in the 60.