CLASS OF 2025
3B
OF
CJ
Deckinga
Minooka (HS) • IL
6' 4" • 194LBS
R/R • 17yr 11mo
Travel Team: Top Tier American
6' 4" • 194LBS
R/R • 17yr 11mo
Travel Team: Top Tier American
Rankings
2025 National
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2025 State
Rankings available to Premium Subscriber
Commitment
Best Of Stats
24.3
Hand Speed (max)
2/24/24
77.1
Bat Speed (max)
7/26/23
17.4
Rot. Acc (max)
7/26/23
70
Hard Hit %
7/26/23
94.8
Exit Velocity (max)
7/26/23
89.9
Exit Velocity (avg)
7/26/23
342
Distance (max)
7/26/23
80
Sweet Spot %
7/26/23
6.97
60
7/26/23
3.89
30-yd
7/26/23
1.7
10-yd
7/26/23
19.9
Run speed (max)
7/26/23
86
INF Velo
6/06/23
89
OF Velo
7/26/23
-
C Velo
-
Pop Time
Fastball
87
Velocity (max)
6/22/23
87 - 88
Velo Range
7/04/24
2187
Spin Rate (avg)
6/06/23
Changeup
79.7 - 85.1
Velo Range
7/26/23
1851
Spin Rate (avg)
6/06/23
Curveball
75 - 76
Velo Range
6/22/23
1847
Spin Rate (avg)
6/08/22
Slider
77 - 78
Velo Range
7/04/24
1935
Spin Rate (avg)
6/06/23
Positional Tools
2024
2023
2022
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
7.15
Infield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an infield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
84.0
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.
13.3
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
6.97
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
Outfield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an outfield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
89.0
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.
13.6
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
7.39
Infield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an infield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
74.0
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
2022
Exit Velocity Max
The highest exit velocity of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
94.8
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
89.4
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
333
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
204
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
12.0
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).
94.8
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
88.1
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
342
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
242
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
20.3
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).
86.6
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
80.8
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
305
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
221
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
21.8
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.
Preseason All-State: Upperclass (Invite-Only)
Feb 24, 2024
Trackman - Hitting
94.8
Exit Velocity (max)
89.4
Exit Velocity (avg)
204
Distance (avg)
333
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Ground Ball %
2023 PBR Future Games
Jul 26, 2023
Trackman - Hitting
94.8
Exit Velocity (max)
89.9
Exit Velocity (avg)
268
Distance (avg)
342
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
FG Workout IL/IN/MDW/WI
Jul 26, 2023
Trackman - Hitting
94.8
Exit Velocity (max)
89.9
Exit Velocity (avg)
268
Distance (avg)
342
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Top Tier Scout Day
Jun 6, 2023
Trackman - Hitting
92.3
Exit Velocity (max)
87.1
Exit Velocity (avg)
237
Distance (avg)
317
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Preseason All-State: Underclass (Invite-Only)
Feb 25, 2023
Trackman - Hitting
92.1
Exit Velocity (max)
86.6
Exit Velocity (avg)
205
Distance (avg)
317
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Top Tier Scout Day
Jun 8, 2022
Trackman - Hitting
86.6
Exit Velocity (max)
80.8
Exit Velocity (avg)
221
Distance (avg)
305
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Hitting
2024
2023
2022
Hand Speed Max
The highest Peak Hand Speed of any swing in the given event year.
24.3
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
22.9
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
75.9
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
72.5
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.
23.7
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
22.2
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
77.1
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
70.9
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.
22.1
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
20.6
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
68.0
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
63.7
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.
Preseason All-State: Upperclass (Invite-Only)
Feb 24, 2024
Blast - Hitting
24.3
Hand Speed (max)
22.9
Hand Speed (avg)
75.9
Bat Speed (max)
72.5
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
2023 PBR Future Games
Jul 26, 2023
Blast - Hitting
23.3
Hand Speed (max)
22.3
Hand Speed (avg)
77.1
Bat Speed (max)
71.7
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Top Tier Scout Day
Jun 6, 2023
Blast - Hitting
23.7
Hand Speed (max)
22.5
Hand Speed (avg)
72.7
Bat Speed (max)
70.5
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Preseason All-State: Underclass (Invite-Only)
Feb 25, 2023
Blast - Hitting
22.3
Hand Speed (max)
21.5
Hand Speed (avg)
72.1
Bat Speed (max)
69.6
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Top Tier Scout Day
Jun 8, 2022
Blast - Hitting
22.1
Hand Speed (max)
20.6
Hand Speed (avg)
68.0
Bat Speed (max)
63.7
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Pitching
2024
2023
2022
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
87.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
86.0
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).
2009
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.
23.4
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).
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
79.4
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).
1748
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).
75.3
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).
1872
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).
86.2
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).
2073
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).
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
80.5
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).
1841
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).
75.4
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).
1879
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).
78.9
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
78.2
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).
1997
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.
25.5
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).
67.1
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).
1847
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).
73.0
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).
1686
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).
Preseason All-State: Upperclass (Invite-Only)
Feb 24, 2024
Trackman - Fastball
87.0
Velocity (max)
85.4 - 86.6
Velo Range
85.3
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,091
Spin Rate (max)
2,009
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
75.9
Velocity (max)
74.7 - 75.9
Velo Range
73.8
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,055
Spin Rate (max)
1,872
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
80.5
Velocity (max)
79.0 - 80.0
Velo Range
79.3
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,855
Spin Rate (max)
1,748
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
2023 PBR Future Games
Jul 26, 2023
Trackman - Fastball
86.2
Velocity (max)
84.1 - 85.8
Velo Range
84.1
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,136
Spin Rate (max)
2,020
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Slider
77.1
Velocity (max)
75.7 - 76.8
Velo Range
74.9
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,055
Spin Rate (max)
1,833
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - ChangeUp
85.1
Velocity (max)
79.7 - 85.1
Velo Range
81.8
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,930
Spin Rate (max)
1,815
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Top Tier Scout Day
Jun 6, 2023
Trackman - Fastball
85.9
Velocity (max)
85.1 - 85.7
Velo Range
84.5
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,308
Spin Rate (max)
2,187
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
75.3
Velocity (max)
73.7 - 75.1
Velo Range
72.5
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,085
Spin Rate (max)
1,935
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
80.2
Velocity (max)
79.4 - 80.2
Velo Range
79.8
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,927
Spin Rate (max)
1,851
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Top Tier Scout Day
Jun 8, 2022
Trackman - Fastball
78.9
Velocity (max)
77.4 - 78.9
Velo Range
75.8
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,100
Spin Rate (max)
1,997
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)
66.8 - 67.5
Velo Range
64.7
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,890
Spin Rate (max)
1,847
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - ChangeUp
73.4
Velocity (max)
72.5 - 73.4
Velo Range
71.5
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,755
Spin Rate (max)
1,686
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Pitch Scores
2024
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
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.
Pitching Velos
2024
2023
2022
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
87.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
84.8
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
72.5
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
79.5
Slider
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
75.5
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)
85.5
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
79.5
Slider
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
74.5
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)
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)
67.5
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
72.5
Game Performance
2024
2023
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.
1.70
30 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-30-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
3.89
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-60-yard time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
6.97
Top Speed (MPH)
The athlete's fastest split time converted to miles per hour.
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: Underclass (Invite-Only)
Feb 25, 2023
Swift
1.77
10-yd
4.07
30-yd
7.35
60-yd
18.7
Run speed (max)
1,557
Jump Power (max)
28.9
Jump Height (max)
28.1
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.
73.04
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.
79.23
Pitch Ai
Notes
News
- Illinois 2025 Rankings: Updated - May 22, 2024
- Week 3 Games - Apr 2, 2024
- Illinois 2025 Rankings Updated - Mar 27, 2024
- Preseason Power 25 Countdown: No. 8 Minooka - Mar 9, 2024
- 2024 Preseason All-State, Upperclass: Takeaways - Feb 29, 2024
- 2024 Preseason All-State, Upperclass: Preview - Feb 22, 2024
- Top-10 Stories of 2023: No. 9 Team Illinois at the 2023 Future Games - Dec 19, 2023
- Illinois 2025 Rankings: Update - Nov 29, 2023
- Q&A With Michigan State Commit CJ Deckinga - Nov 22, 2023
- Top Tier HQ: Takeaways - Sep 1, 2023
- Illinois Class of 2025 Rankings: Risers - Aug 31, 2023
- Illinois 2025 Rankings: Update - Aug 30, 2023
- Fab 50: Shooter's Future Games Standouts (1-26) - Aug 11, 2023
- Team Illinois: Takeaways - Aug 1, 2023
- Team Illinois: Workout Day, Quick Hits - Jul 27, 2023
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2023
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.
Michigan State commit, currently ranked No. 5 in the state and No. 181 in the country. Listed at an uber-projectable 6-foot-4, 173-pounds with lean strength and plenty of room to add on strength. The right-handed hitter finished the day 2-for-3 with a double, two RBIs and a run scored hitting out of the four-hole. His double was a frozen rope to his pull-side over the left fielder’s head, plating two runs on the same play. Wide base at the plate with a quick lift and place stride, pre-pitch waggle in the hands for rhythm, stays short to the ball and long through the zone, power projects as he fills out. Steady, natural actions at third base, appears comfortable on the move. Strong arm that plays with carry and life. High-ceiling name to know in the state.
INF/RHP CJ Deckinga (Minooka; Michigan State commit) was far and away one of the biggest winners for Team Illinois this past summer at the Future Games, and he shows no signs of slowing down. Currently ranked No. 4 in the state, the right-handed hitter has a loose/whippy stroke that stays flat through the zone, looking to project into more power as he fills out his 6-foot-4, 173-pound frame; averaging just under 90 mph for his EV in this look with a max of 94.8 mph. He’s a smooth defender on the infield, moving well for his size with steady hands and a quick release that plays accurately across the diamond at 84 mph. Later, Deckinga would get on the mound and show a fastball that sat 85-86 mph (T87) with the event’s best average horizontal movement totalling 16.8 inches.
Arguably the biggest winner from the Team Illinois’ position player group was 3B/OF CJ Deckinga(Minooka, 2025), who turned plenty of heads throughout the weekend. Standing at a long, lanky, and highly projectable 6-foot-3, 180-pounds, Deckinga was all over the barrel in BP during Wednesday’s workout, showcasing an athletic swing with present bat speed and plenty to project on from the right side. His 94.8 mph max exit velocity, 89.9 mph average exit velocity, and 342 ft. peak batted distance are all presently impressive numbers that are surely to tick upward as he continues to physically mature. Deckinga wasted no time showcasing his offensive skill-set in gameplay, homering in the first game for Team Illinois and picking up a few more hits in game two, including a double he rocketed to the opposite field. He took a number of quality swings throughout the Future Games and looks every bit the part of a future middle-of-the-order bat at the next level. Further enhancing his overall value, Deckinga looks capable of sticking at third base, moving well for his size at the hot corner with steady hands and a quick, accurate arm to release. Deckinga may have one of the highest ceilings in the entire Illinois’ 2025 class and he did nothing but solidify himself as a high-end prospect heading into his junior year.
PBR Future Games: 3B/OF CJ Deckinga (Minoooka, 2025) continues his arrow-up summer with an impressive workout day. The 6-foot-3, 180-pound, athletic, loose-levered, versatile prospect had one of the more intriguing workouts. He started his day by running a 6.97 60 with a top speed of 20 mph. At the plate, Deckinga displayed a loose, athletic right-handed swing that was consistently on time and on the barrel. He registered multiple 90+ mph exit velocities with two batted balls over 340 ft. Defensively, Deckinga had one of the top showings from the outfield, displaying clean actions while topping at 89 mph. He also looked natural on the infield with fluid footwork and an accurate arm that played at 84 mph. High-ceiling prospect who looks to be just scratching the surface of his potential.
3B/OF CJ Deckinga (Minoooka, 2025) continues his arrow-up summer with an impressive workout day. The 6-foot-3, 180-pound, athletic, loose-levered, versatile prospect had one of the more intriguing workouts. He started his day by running a 6.97 60 with a top speed of 20 mph. At the plate, Deckinga displayed a loose, athletic right-handed swing that was consistently on time and on the barrel. He registered multiple 90+ mph exit velocities with two batted balls over 340 ft. Defensively, Deckinga had one of the top showings from the outfield, displaying clean actions while topping at 89 mph. He also looked natural on the infield with fluid footwork and an accurate arm that played at 84 mph. High-ceiling prospect who looks to be just scratching the surface of his potential.
PBR Future Games: Arguably the biggest winner from the Team Illinois’ position player group was 3B/OF CJ Deckinga (Minooka, 2025), who turned plenty of heads throughout the weekend. Standing at a long, lanky, and highly projectable 6-foot-3, 180-pounds, Deckinga was all over the barrel in BP during Wednesday’s workout, showcasing an athletic swing with present bat speed and plenty to project on from the right side. His 94.8 mph max exit velocity, 89.9 mph average exit velocity, and 342 ft. peak batted distance are all presently impressive numbers that are surely to tick upward as he continues to physically mature. Deckinga wasted no time showcasing his offensive skill-set in gameplay, homering in the first game for Team Illinois and picking up a few more hits in game two, including a double he rocketed to the opposite field. He took a number of quality swings throughout the Future Games and looks every bit the part of a future middle-of-the-order bat at the next level. Further enhancing his overall value, Deckinga looks capable of sticking at third base, moving well for his size at the hot corner with steady hands and a quick, accurate arm to release. Deckinga may have one of the highest ceilings in the entire Illinois’ 2025 class and he did nothing but solidify himself as a high-end prospect heading into his junior year.
UTIL/RHP CJ Deckinga (Minooka, 2025) was arguably the biggest riser out of any 2025 in Illinois this summer. He started his summer in front of us at this event and ultimately earned an invitation to the PBR Future Games where he shined over the four-day event and has garnered plenty of attention from colleges since. The 6-foot-3, 180-pound, long-limbed, athletically-built right-handed hitter with plenty more strength to come down the road has a loose, athletic swing and versatility to his overall game. At this event he ran a 7.08 60-yard dash and showed upside bat speed (70.5 mph average) and hand speed (22.5 mph) while registering a peak exit velocity of 92.3 mph, 87.1 mph average. Defensively, he can play a corner infield spot or slot into a corner outfield spot easily but at this event he worked out on the infield. On the infield he plays with natural actions, clean footwork and sure hands all while showing off an 86 mph arm that played relatively easy. He also jumped on the mound and ran his fastball up to 85.9 mph with a slider at 74-75 mph and a 79-80 mph changeup with an average of 15.6 inches of horizontal movement.
UTIL/RHP CJ Deckinga (Minooka, 2025) was arguably the biggest riser out of any 2025 in Illinois this summer. He started his summer in front of us at this event and ultimately earned an invitation to the PBR Future Games where he shined over the four-day event and has garnered plenty of attention from colleges since. The 6-foot-3, 180-pound, long-limbed, athletically-built right-handed hitter with plenty more strength to come down the road has a loose, athletic swing and versatility to his overall game. At this event he ran a 7.08 60-yard dash and showed upside bat speed (70.5 mph average) and hand speed (22.5 mph) while registering a peak exit velocity of 92.3 mph, 87.1 mph average. Defensively, he can play a corner infield spot or slot into a corner outfield spot easily but at this event he worked out on the infield. On the infield he plays with natural actions, clean footwork and sure hands all while showing off an 86 mph arm that played relatively easy. He also jumped on the mound and ran his fastball up to 85.9 mph with a slider at 74-75 mph and a 79-80 mph changeup with an average of 15.6 inches of horizontal movement.
A couple of other infielders, worth noting from BP were Derrick Holmes (Brother Rice, 2025), Tyler Trapp (Lane Tech) and CJ Deckinga (Minooka).
Positional Profile: 3B/OF
Body: 6-3, 170-pounds. Long, high-waisted build, plenty of room for continued physical development.
Hit: RHH. Tall setup with wide base, slight leg kick. Athletic swings, balanced throughout. Loose, fast hands; rhythmic swings and natural barrel feel.
Power: 92 max exit velocity, averaged 86.6 mph. 317’ max distance.
Arm: RH. INF - 84 mph. Loose and easy arm action.
Defense: Two-hand gather out front, plays through the ball with a shuffle.
Run: 7.35 runner in the 60.
Positional Profile: 3B/OF
Body: 6-3, 170-pounds. Long, high-waisted build, plenty of room for continued physical development.
Hit: RHH. Tall setup with wide base, slight leg kick. Athletic swings, balanced throughout. Loose, fast hands; rhythmic swings and natural barrel feel.
Power: 92 max exit velocity, averaged 86.6 mph. 317’ max distance.
Arm: RH. INF - 84 mph. Loose and easy arm action.
Defense: Two-hand gather out front, plays through the ball with a shuffle.
Run: 7.35 runner in the 60.
INF Cj Deckinga (Minooka, 2025) was one of the more projectable prospects in attendance, sporting a 6-foot-3, 165-pound, long-levered, high-waisted frame. The right-handed hitter starts from a crouched setup, leg-lift timing trigger and loose, athletic hands with natural lift through the zone. Deckinga made a lot of hard gap-to-gap contact throughout his round. On the infield he has a quick arm topping out at 74 mph across the diamond. His footwork is clean and quick, allowing him to move with ease.