25.8
Hand Speed (max)
3/01/23
CLASS OF 2023
3B
C
Stephen
Katch
Mount St. Mary's
Hempfield (HS) • PA
6' 1" • 205LBS
R/R • 20yr 4mo
Travel Team: Cincinnati Spikes
Hempfield (HS) • PA
6' 1" • 205LBS
R/R • 20yr 4mo
Travel Team: Cincinnati Spikes
Rankings
2023 National
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2023 State
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Commitment
Best Of Stats
87.6
Bat Speed (max)
3/01/23
33
Rot. Acc (max)
3/01/23
80
Hard Hit %
2/26/23
99.2
Exit Velocity (max)
2/26/23
93.3
Exit Velocity (avg)
2/26/23
382
Distance (max)
3/01/23
93
Sweet Spot %
2/26/23
7.19
60
6/08/21
-
30-yd
-
10-yd
16.9
Run speed (max)
2/26/23
92
INF Velo
3/01/23
-
OF Velo
78
C Velo
6/08/21
2.00 - 2.08
Pop Time
2/27/21
Fastball
88.4
Velocity (max)
3/01/23
86.5 - 88.2
Velo Range
3/01/23
1809
Spin Rate (avg)
3/01/23
Changeup
74.1 - 79.5
Velo Range
3/01/23
1704
Spin Rate (avg)
2/26/23
Curveball
70.2 - 72.2
Velo Range
2/26/23
1965
Spin Rate (avg)
2/26/23
Slider
70 - 73
Velo Range
2/27/21
2016
Spin Rate (avg)
3/01/23
Positional Tools
2023
2021
2019
2018
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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).
92.0
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
7.19
Pop Time
The athlete's fastest pop time in the given event year. Measured from glove to glove, in seconds (s).
2.00 - 2.13
Catcher Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from the catcher position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
78.0
Infield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an infield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
87.0
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.
13.2
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
7.34
Pop Time
The athlete's fastest pop time in the given event year. Measured from glove to glove, in seconds (s).
2.09 - 2.18
Catcher Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from the catcher position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
73.0
Infield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an infield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
82.0
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.
11.3
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
8.45
Pop Time
The athlete's fastest pop time in the given event year. Measured from glove to glove, in seconds (s).
2.61 - 2.69
Catcher Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from the catcher position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
65.0
Infield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an infield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
76.0
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.
8.9
Hitting
2023
2021
Exit Velocity Max
The highest exit velocity of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
99.2
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
91.7
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
382
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
269
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
25.7
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.
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).
82.1
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
329
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
182
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
19.3
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.
2023 Complete Game Academy Scout Day
Mar 1, 2023
Trackman - Hitting
98.6
Exit Velocity (max)
89.9
Exit Velocity (avg)
239
Distance (avg)
382
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
2023 Preseason ID: East
Feb 26, 2023
Trackman - Hitting
99.2
Exit Velocity (max)
93.3
Exit Velocity (avg)
295
Distance (avg)
377
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Barrel %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
2021 Ohio Top Prospect Games (Invite Only)
Jun 8, 2021
Trackman - Hitting
94.8
Exit Velocity (max)
83.1
Exit Velocity (avg)
167
Distance (avg)
329
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
2021 Preseason All-State East (3PM Session)
Feb 27, 2021
Trackman - Hitting
91.4
Exit Velocity (max)
77.9
Exit Velocity (avg)
243
Distance (avg)
310
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Hitting
2023
2021
Hand Speed Max
The highest Peak Hand Speed of any swing in the given event year.
25.8
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
23.1
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
87.6
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
79.4
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.
22.8
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
21.0
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
79.4
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
73.3
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.
2023 Complete Game Academy Scout Day
Mar 1, 2023
Blast - Hitting
25.8
Hand Speed (max)
23.8
Hand Speed (avg)
87.6
Bat Speed (max)
80.4
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
2023 Preseason ID: East
Feb 26, 2023
Blast - Hitting
24.1
Hand Speed (max)
22.5
Hand Speed (avg)
81.2
Bat Speed (max)
78.5
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
2021 Ohio Top Prospect Games (Invite Only)
Jun 8, 2021
Blast - Hitting
22.8
Hand Speed (max)
21.7
Hand Speed (avg)
79.4
Bat Speed (max)
73.3
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
2021 Preseason All-State East (3PM Session)
Feb 27, 2021
Blast - Hitting
20.0
Hand Speed (max)
19.5
Hand Speed (avg)
77.8
Bat Speed (max)
73.3
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Pitching
2023
2021
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
88.4
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
86.9
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).
1750
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.
20.1
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).
71.2
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).
1965
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).
76.8
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).
1624
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).
70.5
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).
2016
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).
84.6
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
83.3
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).
1702
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.
20.4
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).
76.2
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).
1019
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).
71.5
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).
1859
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).
2023 Complete Game Academy Scout Day
Mar 1, 2023
Trackman - Fastball
88.4
Velocity (max)
86.5 - 88.2
Velo Range
87.3
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,092
Spin Rate (max)
1,809
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
71.2
Velocity (max)
69.3 - 71.2
Velo Range
69.6
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,061
Spin Rate (max)
2,016
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
80.0
Velocity (max)
74.1 - 79.5
Velo Range
76.0
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,619
Spin Rate (max)
1,544
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
2023 Preseason ID: East
Feb 26, 2023
Trackman - Fastball
87.2
Velocity (max)
85.5 - 87.2
Velo Range
86.1
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,831
Spin Rate (max)
1,667
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
72.2
Velocity (max)
70.2 - 72.2
Velo Range
70.3
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,024
Spin Rate (max)
1,965
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Trackman - ChangeUp
79.4
Velocity (max)
76.0 - 79.1
Velo Range
76.6
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,782
Spin Rate (max)
1,704
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
2021 Preseason All-State East (3PM Session)
Feb 27, 2021
Trackman - Fastball
84.6
Velocity (max)
82.3 - 84.3
Velo Range
82.0
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,880
Spin Rate (max)
1,702
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Slider
72.7
Velocity (max)
70.3 - 72.6
Velo Range
69.7
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,923
Spin Rate (max)
1,859
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - ChangeUp
76.8
Velocity (max)
75.9 - 76.7
Velo Range
74.4
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,057
Spin Rate (max)
1,019
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.
Pitching Velos
2021
2019
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)
84.0
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)
71.5
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
76.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
74.5
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
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
70.0
Game Performance
2023
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-60-yard time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
7.28
Top Speed (MPH)
The athlete's fastest split time converted to miles per hour.
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.
60.91
Pitch Ai
Notes
News
- 2023 PA High School Scout Blog: Edition 6 - May 18, 2023
- ID: East 10 to Know - Mar 13, 2023
- Results From 2021 Ohio Top Prospect Games - Jun 10, 2021
- 2021 Ohio Top Prospect Games - Advanced Analytics: The Arms - Jun 10, 2021
- 2021 Ohio Top Prospect Games - Advanced Analytics: The Bats - Jun 10, 2021
- 2021 High School Scout Blog: Edition 2 - Apr 13, 2021
- Fall 2019 Recap: Top Catcher Pop Times - Dec 10, 2019
- Future Prospects Showcase: Infield Analysis - Oct 23, 2019
- PBR Junior Future Games: Team Pennsylvania HQ - Aug 5, 2018
- PBR Junior Future Games Update: 13U Team Pennsylvania Roster Finalized - Apr 7, 2018
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Stephen Katch: 3B/C, (2023) Hempfield, PA. 6-foot, 190-pound. Athletic during batting practice, the right-handed hitter had an exit velocity of 95 mph. Starts in an athletic open stance with a quick controlled load, then uses a leg kick. Has an upward swing plane, explosive bat speed and level finish. Through the round he found multiple barrels with some loud contact. Gap to gap approach. Solid showed his live arm in the infield with position velocities up to 87 mph; showed a fluid clean exchange, soft hands, and athletic feet. Out front fielding mechanics. While catching, he made throws to second at velocities up to 78 mph; had a natural exchange, athletic footwork, and soft hands. recorded pop times of 2.02-2.13. Staggered setup with some flexibility. In the 60-yard dash, his time was 7.19.
Physically: 6’ 190lb 3B/RHP ran a 7.34 laser timed 60-yard dash. Strong build and overall size play well into his game.
Offensively: Aggressive movements and active hands allow his barrel and lower half to be on time. Drives the ball with power and explosiveness that comes from solid use of his lower half.
Defensively: Plays low with a flat back and the ball approaches him. Has some active footwork that keeps his body lined up with the ball. Arm works over the top and from the side as he plays on the run.
Pitching: works slow and under control throughout the windup. Has a short and quick, catchers like, arm swing. Is able to engage his lower half as well as create a whipping motion with his arm as they work in sync.
Physical 5-foot-11, 175-pound right-handed hitter starts from a slightly open stance and utilizes a leg hang stride and an aggressive lower half to initiate his swing. A concentrated effort to create maximum barrel whip leads to some lower half glide and barrel irregularity, but present gap power cold lead to home run power in the future. Registered a bat exit velocity of 83 mph and ran a 7.34 60-yard dash. Showed above average defensive skills at 3B with active feet and solid carry on throws of 81 mph across the diamond. Also showcased pop times of 2.09-2.18 on throws of 73 mph behind the plate.
+ 2018 PBR Junior Future Games Selection (13U Team Pennsylvania)
3.10.19 - 5-foot-10, 170-pound shortstop appeared much more physical in his frame since his appearance over a year ago. The right-handed hitter starts with a slightly-open stance and utilizes a leg-hang to initiate his swing. Displayed obvious bat-speed as the ball jumped off of his barrel during batting practice. Registered an 82 mph bat-exit velocity and ran a 7.64 60-yard dash. Showcased advanced footwork consistently arriving to the ball on time to notch an impressive 82 mph arm-strength across the infield. Right-handed pitcher used a strong lower half to command 73-76 mph fastballs from a high 3/4 arm-slot which featured arm-side run. His 62-64 mph curveball showed 11/5 tilt. Demonstrated good feel on a 69-71 mph changeup that had small arm-side run.
1.20.18 - 5-foot-7, 140-pound right-handed hitter starts from a slightly open stance and utilizes a leg-hang stride to initiate his swing. Displayed an aggressive hip turn and the ability to make consistent hard contact in a solid round of batting practice with a bat exit velocity of 79 mph. Primary catcher has work to go to clean up his footwork, but displayed athleticism and arm strength behind the plate. Registered pop times of 2.61-2.69 on throws of 65 mph from the crouch. Also displayed capable actions as an infielder with 69 mph arm strength across the diamond.