85.1
Velocity (max)
2/19/22
CLASS OF 2023
RHP
3B
Kenneth
Jackson
Arkansas-Pine Bluff
Simeon (HS) • IL
6' 1" • 185LBS
R/R • 19yr 8mo
Travel Team: White Sox Ace
Simeon (HS) • IL
6' 1" • 185LBS
R/R • 19yr 8mo
Travel Team: White Sox Ace
Rankings
2023 National
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2023 State
Rankings available to Premium Subscriber
Commitment
Best Of Stats
Fastball
83.6 - 85
Velo Range
2/19/22
2201
Spin Rate (avg)
2/18/23
Changeup
72 - 73.7
Velo Range
2/19/22
1063
Spin Rate (avg)
2/19/22
Curveball
65.2 - 69.7
Velo Range
2/19/22
2038
Spin Rate (avg)
2/19/22
Slider
69.1 - 73.1
Velo Range
8/09/22
1633
Spin Rate (avg)
8/09/22
86.5
Exit Velocity (max)
2/18/23
78.1
Exit Velocity (avg)
2/18/23
304
Distance (max)
2/18/23
43
Sweet Spot %
2/18/23
23.1
Hand Speed (max)
2/18/23
68.2
Bat Speed (max)
2/18/23
18.8
Rot. Acc (max)
2/18/23
-
Hard Hit %
7.71
60
2/18/23
4.29
30-yd
8/09/22
1.84
10-yd
8/09/22
16.8
Run speed (max)
8/09/22
81
INF Velo
2/18/23
-
OF Velo
-
C Velo
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Positional Tools
2023
2022
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60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
7.71
Infield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an infield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
81.0
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.
11.2
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
7.93
Hitting
2023
Exit Velocity Max
The highest exit velocity of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
86.5
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
78.1
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
304
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
179
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
16.7
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.
Chicago Preseason ID
Feb 18, 2023
Trackman - Hitting
86.5
Exit Velocity (max)
78.1
Exit Velocity (avg)
179
Distance (avg)
304
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Hitting
2023
Hand Speed Max
The highest Peak Hand Speed of any swing in the given event year.
23.1
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
22.1
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.
65.6
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.
Chicago Preseason ID
Feb 18, 2023
Blast - Hitting
23.1
Hand Speed (max)
22.1
Hand Speed (avg)
68.2
Bat Speed (max)
65.6
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Pitching
2023
2022
2021
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
84.7
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
83.5
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).
2201
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.
26.4
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).
67.9
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).
1837
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).
Splitter
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
70.9
Splitter
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).
974
Splitter
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).
85.1
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
80.8
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).
2046
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.
25.3
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).
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
66.2
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).
1971
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).
Slider
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
71.0
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).
1633
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).
Splitter
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
71.1
Splitter
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).
889
Splitter
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).
82.9
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
81.2
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).
1967
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.
24.2
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).
63.1
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).
1947
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).
Splitter
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
71.4
Splitter
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).
971
Splitter
Total Movement Avg
The average total non-gravity movement for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in inches (in).
Chicago Preseason ID
Feb 18, 2023
Trackman - Fastball
84.7
Velocity (max)
82.4 - 84.6
Velo Range
83.0
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,291
Spin Rate (max)
2,201
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
70.1
Velocity (max)
66.4 - 69.5
Velo Range
66.4
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,898
Spin Rate (max)
1,837
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Trackman - Splitter
72.4
Velocity (max)
69.5 - 72.2
Velo Range
68.7
Eff Velocity (avg)
638
Spin Rate (max)
974
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Illinois State Games (Invite-Only)
Aug 9, 2022
Trackman - Fastball
82.4
Velocity (max)
76.7 - 81.6
Velo Range
79.0
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,192
Spin Rate (max)
2,025
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Curveball
66.4
Velocity (max)
64.4 - 66.1
Velo Range
64.1
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,028
Spin Rate (max)
1,916
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Trackman - Slider
74.5
Velocity (max)
69.1 - 73.1
Velo Range
69.6
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,074
Spin Rate (max)
1,633
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Splitter
71.0
Velocity (max)
68.1 - 71.0
Velo Range
68.7
Eff Velocity (avg)
615
Spin Rate (max)
772
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Chicago Preseason ID
Feb 19, 2022
Trackman - Fastball
85.1
Velocity (max)
83.6 - 85.0
Velo Range
83.9
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,156
Spin Rate (max)
2,088
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Curveball
69.7
Velocity (max)
65.2 - 69.7
Velo Range
65.3
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,104
Spin Rate (max)
2,038
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - ChangeUp
69.5
Velocity (max)
67.7
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,999
Spin Rate (max)
1,999
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Trackman - Splitter
74.1
Velocity (max)
72.0 - 73.7
Velo Range
71.8
Eff Velocity (avg)
640
Spin Rate (max)
1,063
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
White Sox ACE Scout Day
Aug 20, 2021
Trackman - Fastball
82.9
Velocity (max)
80.2 - 82.3
Velo Range
81.6
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,014
Spin Rate (max)
1,967
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Curveball
64.8
Velocity (max)
62.2 - 64.1
Velo Range
62.9
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,087
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 - Splitter
72.9
Velocity (max)
70.5 - 72.3
Velo Range
71.7
Eff Velocity (avg)
782
Spin Rate (max)
971
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Pitch Scores
2023
2022
2021
Fastball
Hop+
A fastball with hop has a flat approach angle and visually jumps through the zone. When thrown up in the zone, it is more likely to generate a higher swing and miss average. Hop+ of 100 is MLB average.
Fastball
Sink+
A fastball with sink has low backspin and drops through the strike zone. When thrown down in the zone, it is more likely to generate a higher ground ball percentage and lower launch angle. Sink+ of 100 is MLB average.
Fastball
Rise+
A fastball with rise has a high percentage of backspin. When thrown up in the zone, it is more likely to generate a higher fly ball percentage. Rise+ of 100 is MLB average
Curveball
Hammer+
A hammer breaking ball drops vertically with velocity through the zone, or 12-to-6 movement. Hammer+ of 100 is MLB average.
Curveball
Sweep+
A sweeping breaking ball moves horizontally with velocity through the zone. Sweep+ of 100 is MLB average.
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
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
2023
2022
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)
83.5
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
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)
82.0
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
Slider
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
71.0
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
83.0
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)
63.0
Game Performance
2022
10 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-10-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
1.84
30 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-30-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
4.29
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-60-yard time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
7.93
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.
Illinois State Games (Invite-Only)
Aug 9, 2022
Swift
1.84
10-yd
4.29
30-yd
7.93
60-yd
16.8
Run speed (max)
7.6
Run Speed (avg)
1.91
RSi (max)
1.91
RSi (avg)
1,569
Jump Power (max)
26.1
Jump Height (max)
25.4
Jump Height (avg)
Visual Edge
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.
70.18
Pitch Ai
2022
Arm Speed
The maximum speed, in the direction of home plate, that the wrist is traveling. Measured in meters per second (m/s)
Arm Slot
Angle of the forearm relative to the ground between maximum external rotation (MER) and ball release (BR). Which can be a powerful player comparison metric, delivered in degrees.
Knee Extension Velo
The angular velocity of the front knee straightening after foot plant, which provides indicators of velocity potential. Measured in degrees per second.
Deception
The amount of time that the ball is visible to the hitter, after the instant of front foot strike. Measures in milliseconds.
Hip-Shoulder Separation
The difference in angle of between the hips and shoulders, occurring close to the foot plant. Measured in degrees.
Illinois State Games (Invite-Only)
Aug 9, 2022
ProPlayAI - Foot Plant
Elbow Flexion (avg)
Shoulder Abduction (avg)
Hip Shoulder Seperation (avg)
ProPlayAI - MER
External Rotation (avg)
Stride Length (avg)
Horizontal Abduction (avg)
ProPlayAI - Release
Arm Speed (max)
Arm Speed (avg)
Knee Extension Velocity (max)
Knee Extension Velocity (avg)
Knee Flexion (avg)
Arm Slot (avg)
Lateral Trunk Tilt (avg)
Arm Path (avg)
Deception (avg)
Torque (avg)
Efficiency (avg)
Sequencing (avg)
Notes
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RHP Kenneth Jackson (Simeon, 2023) is a Southeastern CC commit with a long, loose arm and intriguing stuff. Jackson sat 82-85 mph and paired it with an upper-60s breaking ball and 69-72 splitter that featured tumbling action in all directions. Upside arm with more velocity to come down the road.
Positional Profile: 3B/RHP
Body: 6-1, 185-pounds. High waisted, athletic frame with room for added muscle.
Hit: RHH. Balanced setup, slightly open, works back to even. Bat-speed through the zone with a flat path, middle/pull approach.
Power: 86 max exit velocity, averaged 78.1 mph. 304’ max distance.
Arm: RH. INF - 81 mph. Long arm action into a 3/4 slot.
Defense: Steady actions, sure-handed, two-hand gather.
Run: 7.71 runner in the 60.
Delivery: Fluid, athletic, slight drop and drive delivery. Works closed down the mound and lands on balance.
Arm Action: RH. Long, loose arm action, high 3/4 slot.
FB: T85, 82-85 mph. Lively out of the hand, late run. Hops through the zone at times. T2291, 2201 average rpm.
CB: 66-69 mph. Thrown with intent, 11/5 shape, depth at times. T1898, 1837 average rpm.
SPLT: 69-72 mph. Tumble action, around the zone, advanced action at times.
RHP Kenneth Jackson (Simeon, 2023) stands at an athletic 6-foot-1, 180-pounds. The right-hander repeats his delivery and adds deception while working across his body, running his fastball up to 82 mph with some feel for three off-speed offerings. His splitter looked to be his best change-of-pace offering throughout his gameplay, sinking to the bottom of the zone at 77 mph. He also went to a slider and a curveball, both playing with similar sweeping action at 66-69 mph.
Positional Profile: RHP
Body: 6-1, 180-pounds. Athletic build.
Delivery: Controlled tempo throughout, medium/high leg-lift into balance point, drop/drive lower-half, stride works in-line to the plate. In-game stats: 3 IP, 1 K, 2H, 1 BB, 1 R
Arm Action: RH. Long reach out of the glove into a 3/4 slot.
FB: T82.4, 77-82 mph. Mostly straight with some finish through the zone. T2192, 2029 average rpm.
CB: 64-66 mph. Gradual 11/5 shape. T2028, 1916 average rpm.
SL: 69-73 mph. Short 10/4 shape. T2074, 1633 average rpm.
SPLT: 68-71 mph. Flashed downward action.
One of the biggest winners on the mound from Saturday’s event was RHP Kenneth Jackson (Simeon, 2023). The strong right-hander stands at 6-foot, 175 pounds with evenly distributed strength. From a compact/repeatable delivery, Jackson utilizes a flexible drop/drive lower half to create momentum down the mound, striding in-line to the plate. He worked his fastball up to 85.1 mph with a loose/quick high slot, running to his arm-side naturally. His breaking ball looked to be his best secondary offering, playing off a sharp 11/5 plane with depth and feel for the zone at 65-69 mph. Jackson also featured a true splitter to round out his arsenal, diving to the bottom of the zone repeatedly while sitting at 69-70 mph.
Positional Profile: RHP/3B
Body: 6-0, 175-pounds. Athletic build.
Delivery: Compact, repeatable delivery. Drop and drive lower half. Flexible while striding in line.
Arm Action: RH. Loose, quick arm action. Works from a 3/4 slot.
FB: T85.1, 83.6-85.0 mph. Jumps out of the hand to the arm side. T2156, 2087 average rpm.
CB: 65.0-69.2 mph. Sharp 11/5 shape. Feel for the zone with depth. T2103, 2047 average rpm.
SPLT: 72-74 mph. Thrown at arm speed with late diving action to the bottom of the zone.