22.3
Hand Speed (max)
1/08/23
CLASS OF 2025
3B
RHP
Dayson
Griffis
Appling County (HS) • GA
6' 0" • 205LBS
R/R • 18yr 3mo
Travel Team: TBT/FTB Phillies Scout Team
6' 0" • 205LBS
R/R • 18yr 3mo
Travel Team: TBT/FTB Phillies Scout Team
Rankings
2025 National
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2025 State
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Commitment
Best Of Stats
73.3
Bat Speed (max)
1/08/23
17.8
Rot. Acc (max)
1/14/24
67
Hard Hit %
1/14/24
96.2
Exit Velocity (max)
1/08/23
91.9
Exit Velocity (avg)
1/14/24
365
Distance (max)
1/08/23
44
Sweet Spot %
1/14/24
6.96
60
1/08/23
3.91
30-yd
1/14/24
1.66
10-yd
1/08/23
19.3
Run speed (max)
1/08/23
94
INF Velo
1/08/23
-
OF Velo
-
C Velo
-
Pop Time
Fastball
94
Velocity (max)
1/08/23
90 - 93
Velo Range
1/08/23
2183
Spin Rate (avg)
1/08/23
Changeup
75.8 - 77.3
Velo Range
1/14/24
1938
Spin Rate (avg)
1/08/23
Curveball
71 - 76
Velo Range
1/08/23
2608
Spin Rate (avg)
1/08/23
Slider
76 - 78
Velo Range
1/14/24
2521
Spin Rate (avg)
1/08/23
Positional Tools
2024
2023
2020
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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).
91.0
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
6.96
Infield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an infield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
94.0
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.
13.8
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
7.60
Infield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an infield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
83.0
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.
11.7
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).
95.0
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
91.9
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
316
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
135
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
7.1
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.
Exit Velocity Max
The highest exit velocity of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
96.2
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
89.8
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
365
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
246
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
21.6
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.
Georgia Preseason All-State (Invite-Only)
Jan 14, 2024
Trackman - Hitting
95.0
Exit Velocity (max)
91.9
Exit Velocity (avg)
135
Distance (avg)
316
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Preseason All-State (Invite-Only)
Jan 8, 2023
Trackman - Hitting
96.2
Exit Velocity (max)
89.8
Exit Velocity (avg)
246
Distance (avg)
365
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.
20.9
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.
72.2
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
69.1
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.
22.3
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.
73.3
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
70.3
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.
Georgia Preseason All-State (Invite-Only)
Jan 14, 2024
Blast - Hitting
20.9
Hand Speed (max)
20.0
Hand Speed (avg)
72.2
Bat Speed (max)
69.1
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Preseason All-State (Invite-Only)
Jan 8, 2023
Blast - Hitting
22.3
Hand Speed (max)
20.0
Hand Speed (avg)
73.3
Bat Speed (max)
70.3
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).
91.8
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
89.2
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).
2075
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.
23.3
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).
76.5
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).
1868
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).
77.0
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).
2455
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).
93.7
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
91.3
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).
2183
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.
23.9
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).
73.7
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).
2608
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).
76.7
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).
1938
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).
72.5
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).
2521
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).
Georgia Preseason All-State (Invite-Only)
Jan 14, 2024
Trackman - Fastball
91.8
Velocity (max)
87.8 - 90.7
Velo Range
87.4
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,173
Spin Rate (max)
2,075
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
77.8
Velocity (max)
75.8 - 77.8
Velo Range
74.9
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,509
Spin Rate (max)
2,455
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
77.6
Velocity (max)
75.8 - 77.3
Velo Range
74.9
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,903
Spin Rate (max)
1,868
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Preseason All-State (Invite-Only)
Jan 8, 2023
Trackman - Fastball
93.7
Velocity (max)
89.7 - 93.0
Velo Range
89.5
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,385
Spin Rate (max)
2,183
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Curveball
76.2
Velocity (max)
71.5 - 75.9
Velo Range
71.0
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,764
Spin Rate (max)
2,608
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Slider
73.7
Velocity (max)
71.1 - 73.7
Velo Range
70.0
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,570
Spin Rate (max)
2,521
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - ChangeUp
77.7
Velocity (max)
76.4 - 77.3
Velo Range
74.5
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,046
Spin Rate (max)
1,938
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.
Preseason All-State (Invite-Only)
Jan 8, 2023
Pitch Scores - Fastball
Hop+
Rise+
Sink+
Pitch Scores - Curveball
Hammer+
Sweep+
Pitch Scores - Slider
Hammer+
Sweep+
Pitching Velos
2024
2023
2020
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
92.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
89.5
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
76.5
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).
94.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
91.5
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)
76.5
Slider
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
72.5
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
84.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
81.0
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
66.0
Game Performance
2024
2023
10 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-10-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
1.70
30 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-30-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
3.91
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.
1.66
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-60-yard time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
6.96
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.
Preseason All-State (Invite-Only)
Jan 8, 2023
Swift
1.66
10-yd
6.96
60-yd
19.3
Run speed (max)
1.42
RSi (max)
1.42
RSi (avg)
1,461
Jump Power (max)
16.7
Jump Height (max)
15.7
Jump Height (avg)
Visual Edge
2024
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.
73.46
Pitch Ai
Notes
News
- 2024 Georgia Power 25: #25 Appling County Pirates - Jan 26, 2024
- Class of 2025 Rankings: Official Release - Aug 30, 2023
- Preseason All-Sate: Corner Infielder Reports - Feb 6, 2023
- Preseason All State : Heavy Hitters - Jan 17, 2023
- Preseason All State : Eye Opening Arms - Jan 16, 2023
- Preseason All-State: TrackMan Files - Jan 13, 2023
- Preseason All-State: Blast Motion Boards - Jan 13, 2023
- Preseason All-State: Stats Story - Jan 11, 2023
- Georgia 2025 Rankings: Post Fall Update - Dec 9, 2022
- Georgia 2025 Rankings - Inside the Top-10 - Oct 27, 2021
- Junior Future Games 13U Lookback - Aug 20, 2020
- 14U Goes Down in the Semis while 13U Takes Home the Title - Aug 2, 2020
- 13U Claims the Two Seed after a 1-0-1 Day - Aug 1, 2020
- 13U Earns the No. 1 Seed after Two Wins on Day One - Jul 31, 2020
- Junior Future Games Team Florida Statistical Analysis - Jul 30, 2020
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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.
It was an outing to remember from the 6-foot-0, 205-pound Appling County ace. Griffis went six strong innings, allowing just one hit while punching out 15 against West Laurens. The Tennessee showed excellent pitchability mixing a quality three-pitch with confidence with heavy swing-and-miss in the process. Fastball lived 89-91 on a chilly, touching 92 twice with hard, late arm-side life that was getting on top of hitters quickly for in-zone misses. Griffis had the ability to throw the fastball in any count with positive results throughout. Slider feel continues to grow at 75-77 with sharp, late sweep and some feel to spin. Ability to manipulate sweep in two-strike counts at times for ugly chase. Improved splitter in the mid-70s was a go-to for Griffis, especially early in the count and created good swing-and-miss due to heavy fade from the same fastball tunnel. Standout performance from Griffis all-around, and looked one of the best pitchers in South Georgia.
Dayson Griffis, Appling County (GA), 2025 Tennessee
Positional Profile: 3B/RHP
Body: 6-0, 205-pounds. Proportional body, sturdy and strong base.
Delivery: Slow rocker step with good mobility and strength in the lower half. Big extension
Arm Action: RH. 3/4 action
FB: T92, 88-91 mph. Heavy with bore to the arm-side T2173, 2075 average rpm.
SL: 76-78 mph. Immense sweep from a tough angle T2509, 2455 average rpm.
CH: 76-77 mph. Hard arm-side fade with plus feel to land for strikes T1903, 1868 average rpm.
ATH: 1.70 and 3.91 in the 10 and 30 yard splits. 25.10 max vertical.
Dayson Griffis, Appling County (GA), 2025 Tennessee
Positional Profile: 3B/RHP
Body: 6-0, 205-pounds. Proportional body, sturdy and strong base.
Hit: RHH. Slightly open, relaxed look. Toe tap into the swing, line drive approach. Easy juice from the right side. 69.1 mph bat speed with 15 G's of rotational acceleration.
Power: 95 max exit velocity, averaged 91.9 mph. 316' max distance.
Arm: RH. INF-91 mph. Shorter arm, quick.
Defense: Moves well, clean with the glove. Fluid actions.
ATH: 1.70 and 3.91 in the 10 and 30 yard splits. 25.10 max vertical.
Positional Profile: 3B/RHP Freak dual sport athlete. Elite potential on the mound, good potential in bat.
Body: 5-11, 195-pounds. Stocky frame with advanced strength throughout. One of the strongest players in the country for his class.
Delivery: Extremely compact, efficient delivery that builds momentum gradually. Very good balance from start to finish, smooth through up+down+out phases with impressive direction. Great sequence in delivery with well involved lower half. Lands in athletic position overall and is throwing 94 without even lead leg blocking. Lots of power with little effort.
Arm Action: RH. Efficient, mid depth arm action repeats at a high level. Optimal elbow spiral, effortless finish.
FB: T93.7, 90-93 mph. Bore. T2385, 2183 average rpm.
CB: 71-76 mph. Sharp with gradual sweep & depth T2764, 2608 average rpm.
SL: 71-74 mph. Sharp lateral action. T2570, 2521 average rpm.
CH: 76-77 mph. Fade and depth. T2046, 1938 average rpm.
Positional Profile: 3B/RHP Freak dual sport athlete. Elite potential on the mound, good potential in bat.
Body: 5-11, 195-pounds. Stocky frame with advanced strength throughout. One of the strongest players in the country for his class.
Delivery: Extremely compact, efficient delivery that builds momentum gradually. Very good balance from start to finish, smooth through up+down+out phases with impressive direction. Great sequence in delivery with well involved lower half. Lands in athletic position overall and is throwing 94 without even lead leg blocking. Lots of power with little effort.
Arm Action: RH. Efficient, mid depth arm action repeats at a high level. Optimal elbow spiral, effortless finish.
FB: T93.7, 90-93 mph. Bore. T2385, 2183 average rpm.
CB: 71-76 mph. Sharp with gradual sweep & depth T2764, 2608 average rpm.
SL: 71-74 mph. Sharp lateral action. T2570, 2521 average rpm.
CH: 76-77 mph. Fade and depth. T2046, 1938 average rpm.
Positional Profile: 3B/RHP Freak dual sport athlete. Elite potential on the mound, good potential in bat.
Body: 5-11, 195-pounds. Stocky frame with advanced strength throughout. One of the strongest players in the country for his class.
Hits: RHH. Very simplified with unreal bat strength and impressive body control. Athletic base, creates power from ground up. Repeats launch position well and hits from perfect weight distribution. Compact path with occasional sweep.
Power: 96 max exit velocity, averaged 89.8 MPH. 365' max distance. Backspin doubles to pull side gap with good carry.
Arm: RH. INF-94 mph.Fluid full circle, 3/4 slot. Changes arm angles very well.
Defense: Impressive footwork and soft hands, moves extremely well laterally for size. Constant momentum toward bag.
Run: 6.96 runner in the 60.
Positional Profile: 3B/RHP Freak dual sport athlete. Elite potential on the mound, good potential in bat.
Body: 5-11, 195-pounds. Stocky frame with advanced strength throughout. One of the strongest players in the country for his class.
Hits: RHH. Very simplified with unreal bat strength and impressive body control. Athletic base, creates power from ground up. Repeats launch position well and hits from perfect weight distribution. Compact path with occasional sweep.
Power: 96 max exit velocity, averaged 89.8 MPH. 365' max distance. Backspin doubles to pull side gap with good carry.
Arm: RH. INF-94 mph.Fluid full circle, 3/4 slot. Changes arm angles very well.
Defense: Impressive footwork and soft hands, moves extremely well laterally for size. Constant momentum toward bag.
Run: 6.96 runner in the 60.
GA Preseason All-State
Dayson Had one of the most impressive event performances in recent memory. After standing (not sitting) through 35 bullpens in the rain and cold, it was time for the Appling Animal to toe the rubber. With his stocky frame, Kenny Powers-like hair, and a towel in his back pocket to dry off the ball, he was ready to go. The rain had gone from mist to pouring, and his FB is sitting 90-91 with serious bore that will undoubtedly dominate hitters all spring. He cruised in that range until the last two pitches. Then he said, “Be ready for these catch.” Griffis proceeded to throw two pitches back to back at 93.5 and 93.7 that moved at the speed of an actual missile. I’ve never seen a player this age who can just reach back for 2 more mph on command. This isn’t normal. Despite unreal physical strength (315 power clean), Dayson has a very low effort delivery and is an efficient mover. The pace builds gradually from the windup - slow to square up, medium through up+down+out phases, and fast (controlled violence) post landing which is a big reason his delivery is so effortless. It's an advanced lower half with elite backside connection in stride. He creates power from the ground up by putting all the pressure on his legs, and holding his upper half over the rubber during stride.
The arm action is a mid depth, full circle with an efficient arm spiral. Compact yet smooth, a great combo to have in a delivery. He’s also a closed foot lander who rotates on the ball of his feet - causes more acceleration in the kinetic chain & leads to more violent rotation (clearance) post landing into lead leg block. This is a trait that many high velocity arms have in MLB. These traits are undoubtedly helped by playing QB (3AA Offensive Player of the Year) for Appling. Playing QB and throwing hard on the mound are an often occurrence in top prospects across the country.
GA Preseason All State
Griffis showed not only how much bat strength he has, but also how well sequenced and timed up the swing is. He’s very quiet and simplified, so its not just strength being the reason he controls his body so well. His hands are pre set into launch position with almost unnoticeable rhythm in his hands, but there is rhythm. Griffis has a very short stride with his toe and the load is minimal with just a slight rise of the hands allowing him to get in a powerful position for the knob to lead the path. He matches plane extremely well and has a very compact, direct path to the ball. Dayson creates intense lag in the barrel and his hands are extremely balanced throughout the path, getting barrel angle last second. His 96.2 EV was one of the higher recorded in the event, where he showed loud pull side power. Dayson also ran a 6.96 in a ridiculously strong, stocky frame. With innate instincts, smooth hands, and a rocket arm (94 mph) Griffis is a legit two way prospect and one of the most exciting players in the 2025 class.
Griffis was the lone non-Floridian on our JFG squad. The Georgia native made a big impact for his team. During the workout he showed power putting several balls over the fence. He led the team with the highest exit velocity off the tee at 89 mph. During the games, he led the team with 9 hits, 3 being extra base hits. On the mound, Griffis showcased a fastball up to 84 mph.