25
Hand Speed (max)
10/03/21
CLASS OF 2024
OF
LHP
Louis
Bussard
Abilene Christian
Prestonwood Christian (HS) • TX
5' 9" • 170LBS
L/L • 18yr 8mo
Travel Team: Dallas Tigers Bergman 2024
Prestonwood Christian (HS) • TX
5' 9" • 170LBS
L/L • 18yr 8mo
Travel Team: Dallas Tigers Bergman 2024
Rankings
2024 National
Rankings available to Premium Subscriber
2024 State
Rankings available to Premium Subscriber
Commitment
Best Of Stats
73.3
Bat Speed (max)
9/22/23
26.2
Rot. Acc (max)
10/03/21
89
Hard Hit %
9/22/23
95.2
Exit Velocity (max)
9/22/23
92
Exit Velocity (avg)
9/22/23
292
Distance (max)
10/03/21
67
Sweet Spot %
10/03/21
7.11
60
9/23/22
3.92
30-yd
9/23/22
1.67
10-yd
9/23/22
19.2
Run speed (max)
9/23/22
-
INF Velo
90
OF Velo
9/22/23
-
C Velo
-
Pop Time
Fastball
85.5
Velocity (max)
9/23/22
81.5 - 84.1
Velo Range
9/23/22
1976
Spin Rate (avg)
9/23/22
Changeup
69.1 - 72.9
Velo Range
9/23/22
1443
Spin Rate (avg)
10/03/21
Curveball
68.2 - 72.6
Velo Range
10/03/21
2271
Spin Rate (avg)
9/23/22
Slider
-
Velo Range
2481
Spin Rate (avg)
9/23/22
Positional Tools
2023
2022
2021
2020
Sign in to view rankings 
Outfield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an outfield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
90.0
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
7.19
Outfield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an outfield 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.
12.8
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
7.26
Outfield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an outfield 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.
12.5
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
7.98
Outfield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an outfield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
82.0
Hitting
2023
2022
2021
Exit Velocity Max
The highest exit velocity of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
95.2
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
92.0
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
252
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
99
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
5.1
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).
92.1
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
79.2
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
288
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
157
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
17.5
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).
90.6
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
82.0
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
292
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
208
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
20.1
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.
Texas State Games (Invite-Only)
Sep 22, 2023
Trackman - Hitting
95.2
Exit Velocity (max)
92.0
Exit Velocity (avg)
99
Distance (avg)
252
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Texas State Games (Invite-Only)
Sep 23, 2022
Trackman - Hitting
92.1
Exit Velocity (max)
78.9
Exit Velocity (avg)
152
Distance (avg)
288
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Top Prospect Showcase: Houston (Invite-Only)
Jul 12, 2022
Trackman - Hitting
91.9
Exit Velocity (max)
79.7
Exit Velocity (avg)
169
Distance (avg)
285
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Ground Ball %
All-State Games - South
Oct 3, 2021
Trackman - Hitting
90.2
Exit Velocity (max)
85.9
Exit Velocity (avg)
197
Distance (avg)
292
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
2021 Dallas Tigers Scout Day
Sep 11, 2021
Trackman - Hitting
90.6
Exit Velocity (max)
79.4
Exit Velocity (avg)
216
Distance (avg)
278
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Dallas Tigers Scout Day
Aug 28, 2020
Trackman - Hitting
85.2
Exit Velocity (max)
79.8
Exit Velocity (avg)
228
Distance (avg)
296
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Hitting
2023
2022
2021
Hand Speed Max
The highest Peak Hand Speed of any swing in the given event year.
24.0
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
23.3
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
73.3
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
71.1
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.
23.9
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
22.6
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
70.5
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
68.4
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.
25.0
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
24.2
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
69.7
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
67.9
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.
Texas State Games (Invite-Only)
Sep 22, 2023
Blast - Hitting
24.0
Hand Speed (max)
23.3
Hand Speed (avg)
73.3
Bat Speed (max)
71.1
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Texas State Games (Invite-Only)
Sep 23, 2022
Blast - Hitting
23.3
Hand Speed (max)
22.3
Hand Speed (avg)
69.5
Bat Speed (max)
68.4
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Top Prospect Showcase: Houston (Invite-Only)
Jul 12, 2022
Blast - Hitting
23.9
Hand Speed (max)
22.8
Hand Speed (avg)
70.5
Bat Speed (max)
68.4
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
All-State Games - South
Oct 3, 2021
Blast - Hitting
25.0
Hand Speed (max)
24.2
Hand Speed (avg)
69.7
Bat Speed (max)
67.9
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Pitching
2022
2021
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
85.5
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
82.3
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).
1920
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.
23.3
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).
69.3
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).
2187
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).
71.3
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).
1311
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).
72.1
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).
2481
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
82.8
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
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).
1740
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.
21.5
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).
68.5
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).
1918
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).
70.7
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).
Texas State Games (Invite-Only)
Sep 23, 2022
Trackman - Fastball
85.5
Velocity (max)
81.5 - 84.1
Velo Range
79.5
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,199
Spin Rate (max)
1,976
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Curveball
73.0
Velocity (max)
67.6 - 72.0
Velo Range
65.9
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,512
Spin Rate (max)
2,271
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Slider
72.1
Velocity (max)
2,481
Spin Rate (max)
2,481
Spin Rate (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Trackman - ChangeUp
73.3
Velocity (max)
69.1 - 72.9
Velo Range
68.9
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,424
Spin Rate (max)
1,346
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Top Prospect Showcase: Houston (Invite-Only)
Jul 12, 2022
Trackman - Fastball
81.7
Velocity (max)
79.9 - 81.7
Velo Range
80.2
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,882
Spin Rate (max)
1,745
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Curveball
69.6
Velocity (max)
66.8 - 69.4
Velo Range
67.4
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,055
Spin Rate (max)
2,002
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - ChangeUp
72.7
Velocity (max)
71.4 - 72.6
Velo Range
72.1
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,290
Spin Rate (max)
1,229
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
All-State Games - South
Oct 3, 2021
Trackman - Fastball
82.8
Velocity (max)
80.0 - 82.7
Velo Range
80.1
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,953
Spin Rate (max)
1,823
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Curveball
73.6
Velocity (max)
68.2 - 72.6
Velo Range
69.1
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,229
Spin Rate (max)
2,040
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)
70.0 - 72.6
Velo Range
71.0
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,555
Spin Rate (max)
1,443
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
2021 Dallas Tigers Scout Day
Sep 11, 2021
Trackman - Fastball
81.4
Velocity (max)
79.3 - 81.3
Velo Range
79.6
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,696
Spin Rate (max)
1,602
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Curveball
67.8
Velocity (max)
65.6 - 67.8
Velo Range
65.8
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,995
Spin Rate (max)
1,819
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - ChangeUp
70.8
Velocity (max)
68.7 - 70.6
Velo Range
70.0
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,360
Spin Rate (max)
1,319
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Dallas Tigers Scout Day
Aug 28, 2020
Trackman - Fastball
78.0
Velocity (max)
74.5 - 77.4
Velo Range
73.4
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,066
Spin Rate (max)
1,906
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Slider
65.9
Velocity (max)
63.4 - 65.9
Velo Range
62.4
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,122
Spin Rate (max)
2,031
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Pitch Scores
2021
2020
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
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
Game Performance
2023
2022
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.
1.67
30 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-30-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
3.92
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-60-yard time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
7.11
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.
Texas State Games (Invite-Only)
Sep 23, 2022
Swift
1.67
10-yd
3.92
30-yd
7.11
60-yd
19.3
Run speed (max)
1,422
Jump Power (max)
28.3
Jump Height (max)
28.3
Jump Height (avg)
Visual Edge
2022
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.
75.7
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.
Top Prospect Showcase: Houston (Invite-Only)
Jul 12, 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
News
Comments
Draft Reports
Contact
Premium Content Area
To unlock contact information, you need to purchase a ScoutPLUS subscription.
Purchase Subscription OR
Login
Positional Profile: LHP/OF
Body: 5-foot-9, 150 pounds.
Delivery: Tall and fall delivery with good repeatability, consistently works straight down the mound with a consistent landing spot, consistent tempo throughout.
Arm Action: LH. Long arm action, high ¾ slot.
FB: 79-83 mph. Strikes at bottom of the zone and to arm-side, flashing arm-side run.
CB: 68-74 mph. Flashed intent to keep the pitch down.
CH: 69-73 mph. Flashed arm-side action with some strikes at bottom of the zone.
Positional Profile: OF/LHP
Body: 5-foot-9, 150 pounds.
Hit: LH. Balanced stance, leg kick load trigger, hands go back during the load to trigger swing, slightly uphill swing plane using the pull-side to primarily hit fly balls and line drives.
Power: 90.2 mph max exit velocity in BP, 85.9 mph average exit velocity, 291 feet max distance, and 16% of batted balls over 90 mph exit velocity.
Arm: LH. OF - 84 mph. Long arm action, ¾ slot, good carry with accurate throws at times.
Defense: Good footwork getting into fielding position, fields the ball with good momentum towards his target with a clean funnel to release.
Run: 7.26 runner in the 60.