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
Ryan Bass: SS/RHP, (2026) Cincinnati Hills Christian Academy, OH. 6-foot, 165-pound. (73.8 mph bat speed average). (21.9 mph hand speed average). Started in an athletic quiet stance with a controlled load, then used a small leg kick. Bat speed was quick, displayed a loose uphill swing plane and balanced finish. Solid while in the infield, made throws up to 83 mph; had soft hands, a natural exchange, and consistent footwork. Fields the ball out front, movements laterally were athletic. Had a quick arm action with a high ¾ slot. On the mound, used a clean arm action and a high ¾ arm angle while showing some arm speed. Drop-and-drive type pitcher who shows easy effort. Has slight running action. (Max spin 2060; Avg 1969). Shows gradual action on his 11/5 curveball. (Max spin 2164; Avg 2110).
3/12/22
Ran a 4.11 30 yard dash.
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Ryan Bass: SS/RHP, (2026) Cincinnati Hills Christian Academy, OH. 6-foot, 165-pound. (73.8 mph bat speed average). (21.9 mph hand speed average). Started in an athletic quiet stance with a controlled load, then used a small leg kick. Bat speed was quick, displayed a loose uphill swing plane and balanced finish. Solid while in the infield, made throws up to 83 mph; had soft hands, a natural exchange, and consistent footwork. Fields the ball out front, movements laterally were athletic. Had a quick arm action with a high ¾ slot. On the mound, used a clean arm action and a high ¾ arm angle while showing some arm speed. Drop-and-drive type pitcher who shows easy effort. Has slight running action. (Max spin 2060; Avg 1969). Shows gradual action on his 11/5 curveball. (Max spin 2164; Avg 2110).
Ran a 4.11 30 yard dash.