22.3
Hand Speed (max)
8/02/24
CLASS OF 2027
1B
RHP
Giovanni
Buccino
West Forsyth (HS) • NC
6' 4" • 296LBS
R/R • 16yr 2mo
Travel Team: Five Star
6' 4" • 296LBSR/R • 16yr 2mo
Travel Team: Five Star
Rankings
2027 National
Rankings available to Premium Subscriber
2027 State
Rankings available to Premium Subscriber
Commitment
UNCOMMITTED
Player has made a commitment?
Tell us where
Best Of Stats
88.3
Bat Speed (max)
8/02/24
19.7
Rot. Acc (max)
8/02/24
70
Hard Hit %
8/02/24
101.8
Exit Velocity (max)
11/02/24
93
Exit Velocity (avg)
8/02/24
384
Distance (max)
10/29/23
85
Sweet Spot %
2/10/24
7.89
60
8/02/24
4.37
30-yd
8/02/24
1.61
10-yd
2/10/24
17.5
Run speed (max)
8/02/24
81
INF Velo
11/02/24
-
OF Velo
-
C Velo
-
Pop Time
Fastball
81
Velocity (max)
2/10/24
76.9 - 80
Velo Range
2/10/24
1895
Spin Rate (avg)
2/10/24
Changeup
71.3 - 73.2
Velo Range
2/10/24
1744
Spin Rate (avg)
2/10/24
Curveball
66.1 - 69
Velo Range
5/13/23
1529
Spin Rate (avg)
5/13/23
Slider
69 - 70
Velo Range
2/10/24
1881
Spin Rate (avg)
2/10/24
Positional Tools
2024
2023
Sign in to view rankings 
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
8.11
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.
12.6
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
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).
101.8
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
90.4
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
384
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
275
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
26.4
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.
Exit Velocity Max
The highest exit velocity of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
99.9
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
86.2
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
384
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
268
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
28.7
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.
Fall Top Prospect Games: Underclass (Invite-Only)
Nov 2, 2024
Trackman - Hitting
101.8
Exit Velocity (max)
90.7
Exit Velocity (avg)
281
Distance (avg)
356
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
2024 East Coast Super Sophomore Games (NC Invite Only)
Aug 2, 2024
Trackman - Hitting
99.4
Exit Velocity (max)
93.0
Exit Velocity (avg)
296
Distance (avg)
377
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Barrel %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Team Carolina Trials: Queen City
Jun 3, 2024
Trackman - Hitting
100.2
Exit Velocity (max)
88.6
Exit Velocity (avg)
275
Distance (avg)
384
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Barrel %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Preseason All-State Central (Invite-Only)
Feb 10, 2024
Trackman - Hitting
96.3
Exit Velocity (max)
89.5
Exit Velocity (avg)
253
Distance (avg)
330
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Top Prospect Games: Underclass (Invite-Only)
Oct 29, 2023
Trackman - Hitting
99.9
Exit Velocity (max)
87.9
Exit Velocity (avg)
263
Distance (avg)
384
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Barrel %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
PBR Scout Day: Dirtbags
May 13, 2023
Trackman - Hitting
91.9
Exit Velocity (max)
84.4
Exit Velocity (avg)
273
Distance (avg)
357
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Hitting
2024
2023
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.
19.7
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
88.3
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
73.0
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.
20.0
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
18.4
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
73.5
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.
Fall Top Prospect Games: Underclass (Invite-Only)
Nov 2, 2024
Blast - Hitting
21.4
Hand Speed (max)
19.5
Hand Speed (avg)
78.5
Bat Speed (max)
71.4
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
2024 East Coast Super Sophomore Games (NC Invite Only)
Aug 2, 2024
Blast - Hitting
22.3
Hand Speed (max)
20.3
Hand Speed (avg)
88.3
Bat Speed (max)
78.3
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Team Carolina Trials: Queen City
Jun 3, 2024
Blast - Hitting
21.0
Hand Speed (max)
20.1
Hand Speed (avg)
78.5
Bat Speed (max)
74.3
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Preseason All-State Central (Invite-Only)
Feb 10, 2024
Blast - Hitting
19.9
Hand Speed (max)
18.9
Hand Speed (avg)
69.3
Bat Speed (max)
67.4
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Top Prospect Games: Underclass (Invite-Only)
Oct 29, 2023
Blast - Hitting
20.0
Hand Speed (max)
18.4
Hand Speed (avg)
73.5
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).
80.5
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
78.5
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).
1895
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).
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
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).
1744
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).
69.5
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).
1881
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).
Cutter
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
76.5
Cutter
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).
1826
Cutter
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).
80.1
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
78.9
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).
1658
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.
21.0
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).
67.6
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).
1529
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).
72.3
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).
1402
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 Central (Invite-Only)
Feb 10, 2024
Trackman - Fastball
80.5
Velocity (max)
76.9 - 80.0
Velo Range
79.2
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,939
Spin Rate (max)
1,895
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
69.7
Velocity (max)
69.4 - 69.7
Velo Range
69.3
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,909
Spin Rate (max)
1,881
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
73.2
Velocity (max)
71.3 - 73.2
Velo Range
73.1
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,887
Spin Rate (max)
1,744
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Trackman - Cutter
76.6
Velocity (max)
76.3 - 76.6
Velo Range
76.8
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,856
Spin Rate (max)
1,826
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
PBR Scout Day: Dirtbags
May 13, 2023
Trackman - Fastball
80.1
Velocity (max)
78.1 - 79.7
Velo Range
77.9
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,828
Spin Rate (max)
1,658
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Trackman - Curveball
69.0
Velocity (max)
66.1 - 69.0
Velo Range
65.7
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,599
Spin Rate (max)
1,529
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Trackman - ChangeUp
73.0
Velocity (max)
71.4 - 73.0
Velo Range
72.2
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,543
Spin Rate (max)
1,402
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
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.
Pitching Velos
2024
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
81.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
78.5
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
72.0
Slider
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
69.5
Game Performance
2024
2023
10 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-10-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
1.61
30 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-30-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
4.37
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-60-yard time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
7.89
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.
1.80
30 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-30-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
4.42
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-60-yard time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
8.05
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.
2024 East Coast Super Sophomore Games (NC Invite Only)
Aug 2, 2024
Swift
1.86
10-yd
4.37
30-yd
7.89
60-yd
17.5
Run speed (max)
1.39
RSi (max)
21.5
Jump Height (max)
Top Prospect Games: Underclass (Invite-Only)
Oct 29, 2023
Swift
1.88
10-yd
4.42
30-yd
8.05
60-yd
16.9
Run speed (max)
1.78
RSi (max)
20.2
Jump Height (max)
16.7
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.
60.85
Pitch Ai
Notes
News
- TPG Underclass: BLAST Motion Swing Metrics - Nov 20, 2024
- TPG Underclass: 2027 Position Player Quick Hitters - Nov 14, 2024
- TPG Underclass: TrackMan Hitting Analytics - Nov 11, 2024
- TPG Underclass: Athletic Testing Metrics - Nov 8, 2024
- Top Prospect Games: Underclass - Data Dive - Nov 6, 2024
- Summer Review: Team NC BLAST Leaders - Oct 16, 2024
- Summer Review: 100mph Exit Velocity - Oct 16, 2024
- Summer Review: Team NC Offensive Leaders - Sep 30, 2024
- Stock Up: High Risers in the '27 Rankings Update - Sep 17, 2024
- Super SO Games: TrackMan Leaders from Team NC - Aug 23, 2024
- Super SO Games: Team NC Athletic Testing - Aug 20, 2024
- Super Sophomore Games: Team NC Blast Leaders - Aug 19, 2024
- Super Sophomore Games: Team NC Quick Hits - Games 1 & 2 - Aug 12, 2024
- Super Sophomore Games: Team NC Data Dive - Aug 9, 2024
- Super Sophomore Games: NC Workout Day Quick Hits - Aug 7, 2024
- Team Carolina Trials: Queen City - Trackman Hitting Analytics - Jun 20, 2024
- Team Carolina Trials: Queen City - Quick Hitters Hitters - Jun 18, 2024
- Team Carolina Trials: Queen City - Data Dive - Jun 14, 2024
- Underclass Spotlight: Giovanni Buccino - Mar 5, 2024
- Preseason All-State Central: Quick Hitters (Underclass Hitters) - Feb 16, 2024
- Preseason All-State Central: Quick Hitters (Underclass Pitchers) - Feb 15, 2024
- Data Dive: Preseason All-State Central - Feb 14, 2024
- Best of 2023: Top BLAST Rotational Acceleration - Jan 18, 2024
- Best of 2023: Best Average Bat Speed - Jan 11, 2024
- Best of 2023: Top Fastball Velocity - Jan 10, 2024
- Best of 2023: Top Distance Off The Bat in BP - Jan 9, 2024
- Best of 2023: Top Exit Velocities by Class - Jan 8, 2024
- 2023 PBR Events: Top Exit Velocities - Dec 26, 2023
- Trending UP NC: May 22nd - May 22, 2023
- TrackMan Leaders: Dirtbag Pitchers - May 22, 2023
- Trackman Hitting Leaders: Dirtbags Scout Day - May 19, 2023
- Podcast: Rankings, Dirtbags, & Championships... Oh my!!! - May 18, 2023
- Dirtbags Scout Day: Quick Hitters - Position Players - May 17, 2023
- Dirtbags Scout Day: Statistical Breakdown - May 16, 2023
Comments
Draft Reports
Contact
Premium Content Area
To unlock contact information, you need to purchase a ScoutPLUS subscription.
Purchase Subscription OR
Login
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: 1B/RHP Nimble feet and athleticism in a big frame. Electric bat speed with the chance to drive the baseball to all fields.
Body: 6-4, 260-pounds. Big Body with athleticism.
Hit: RHH. Average base. On-line. Tall. Neutral bat. Small rhythm settles as he gets to his launch. Leg kick rocks his weight back. Average stride. Balanced throughout. Direct. Natural loft. Excellent bat speed. 74.3 mph bat speed with 15 G's of rotational acceleration.
Power: 100 max exit velocity, averaged 88.6 mph. 384' max distance. Advanced strength at contact. Ball flies off the barrel to all fields. Chance to be an advanced middle of the order type hitter.
Arm: RH. INF-73 mph. Short, athletic release. High-3/4. Good carry. Showed accuracy on several types of throws.
Defense: Solid bend. Active feet. Good feet. Solid rhythm between hands and feet. Athletic in a big frame.
ATH: 8.11 runner in the 60. 1.91 in the 10 yard split. 20.10 max vertical.
Positional Profile: 1B/RHP
Body: 6-4, 272-pounds. Physical, Borad Shoulders
Delivery: Tall setup. Windup into 1B side. Loads hips with leg kick and hip coil. sinks into legs. finishes slightly across body. Stable head
Arm Action: RH. Short action. Stabs downward after hand break. Over top release.
FB: T81, 77-80 mph. Worked up in the zone. Some run and sink T1939, 1895 average rpm.
SL: 69-70 mph. Throws with conviction. Better arm side. T1909, 1881 average rpm.
CH: 71-73 mph. FB slot and arm speed. Dives down and runs at the zone. T1887, 1744 average rpm.
CUT: 76-77 mph.
ATH: 1.61 and 4.39 in the 10 and 30 yard splits. 19.50 max vertical.
Positional Profile: 1B/RHP
Body: 6-4, 272-pounds. Physical, Borad Shoulders
Hit: RHH. Vertical Setup, No stride, Bat waggle, Hip rock to load. Flat bat to set postion. Whippy. Rotational exceleration, Slight uphill path. 67.4 mph bat speed with 12 G's of rotational acceleration.
Power: 96 max exit velocity, averaged 89.5 mph. 330' max distance. Bat speed and Strength are present. Power will continue to increase as body matures.
Arm: RH. INF-77 mph. Medium arm swing, Scap load, 3/4 slot, Accurate
Defense: Nimble for size, Active feet, Good rhythm in hands.
ATH: 1.61 and 4.39 in the 10 and 30 yard splits. 19.50 max vertical.