2023 PA Year in Review: Top Bat Speed (AVG) via Blast Motion
January 3, 2024
In the world of high school baseball, optimizing bat speed is a crucial factor that can elevate a player's performance to new heights. The integration of cutting-edge technology, such as Blast Motion Baseball, has revolutionized the way players and coaches approach the game. Bat speed plays a pivotal role in a player's ability to generate raw power, Let's take a look at the players with the top bat speed from 2023 PA events.
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Top Bat Speed (AVG)
Class of 2024
| Rank | Name | State | School | Class | Pos | Bat Speed (avg) |
| 1 | Ben Ryan | PA | Indiana Area | 2024 | 3B | 84.3 mph |
| 2 | Nick Slogik | PA | Bishop McDevitt | 2024 | 1B | 81.2 mph |
| 3 | Gibson Havanis | PA | Washington | 2024 | OF | 79.2 mph |
| 4 | Jason Cunha | PA | Chambersburg | 2024 | 3B | 79.1 mph |
| 5 | Casey Nealon | PA | La Salle | 2024 | OF | 78.4 mph |
| 6 | Stone Powell | PA | Neshaminy | 2024 | 1B | 78.4 mph |
| 7 | Caleb Emswiler | PA | Eden Christian Academy | 2024 | RHP | 77.9 mph |
| 8 | Aqual Chapman | PA | Harry S. Truman | 2024 | OF | 77.7 mph |
| 9 | Ethan Janidlo | PA | Richland | 2024 | RHP | 77.1 mph |
| 10 | Nate Greene | PA | Honesdale | 2024 | 3B | 76.8 mph |
Class of 2025
| Rank | Name | State | School | Class | Pos | Bat Speed (avg) |
| 1 | Jason Fultz | PA | Cathedral Prep | 2025 | 3B | 79.2 mph |
| 2 | CJ Clayton | PA | Hershey | 2025 | C | 78.3 mph |
| 3 | Colin Lynch | PA | Central Bucks East | 2025 | 3B | 78.2 mph |
| 4 | Lucas Ream | PA | Carlisle | 2025 | OF | 78.2 mph |
| 5 | Sebastian Rhoades | PA | State College Area | 2025 | SS | 76.7 mph |
| 6 | Ethan Hotchkiss | PA | Waynesboro Area | 2025 | 1B | 76.6 mph |
| 7 | Tyler Peck | PA | Palmyra Area | 2025 | C | 76.5 mph |
| 8 | Ryan Mielnicki | PA | Pine Richland | 2025 | OF | 75.6 mph |
| 9 | Michael Tortorella | PA | Indiana | 2025 | OF | 75.5 mph |
| 10 | Cayden Gibbons | PA | Hollidaysburg | 2025 | C | 75.5 mph |
Class of 2026
| Rank | Name | State | School | Class | Pos | Bat Speed (avg) |
| 1 | Anthony Niro | PA | Central Bucks East | 2026 | OF | 80.5 mph |
| 2 | Brody Takacs | PA | Peters Township | 2026 | 1B | 77.2 mph |
| 3 | Blake Umberger | PA | Hershey | 2026 | C | 75.2 mph |
| 4 | Michael Ivanoff | PA | Montour | 2026 | RHP | 74.4 mph |
| 5 | Christian Barnes | PA | North Penn | 2026 | OF | 73.9 mph |
| 6 | Zachary Bates | PA | Newport | 2026 | OF | 73.4 mph |
| 7 | Benjamin McDonald | PA | Hopewell | 2026 | OF | 73.0 mph |
| 8 | Blake Scott | PA | Butler | 2026 | RHP | 72.9 mph |
| 9 | Brian Renshaw | PA | Freedom | 2026 | C | 72.7 mph |
| 10 | Maddox Tanner | PA | Beaver Area | 2026 | 3B | 72.6 mph |
Class of 2027
| Rank | Name | State | School | Class | Pos | Bat Speed (avg) |
| 1 | Davontae Hardison | PA | State College | 2027 | OF | 82.5 mph |
| 2 | Matthew Kaleta | PA | Tunkhannock Area | 2027 | 3B | 79.1 mph |
| 3 | Alexander McCartney | PA | Bellwood-Antis HS | 2027 | OF | 75.7 mph |
| 4 | Alex Vacula | PA | Wyoming Area | 2027 | 1B | 73.3 mph |
| 5 | Graham Keen | PA | Mt Lebanon | 2027 | 3B | 72.0 mph |
| 6 | Leo Nockley | PA | Wyoming Seminary | 2027 | SS | 69.7 mph |
| 7 | Drew Irons | PA | Tyrone | 2027 | 3B | 69.7 mph |
| 8 | Jacob Carrasco | PA | Manheim Township | 2027 | C | 69.5 mph |
| 9 | Layne Rider | PA | Grove City | 2027 | OF | 69.3 mph |
| 10 | Jackson Hornick | PA | Central Bucks West | 2027 | OF | 69.3 mph |
Upcoming Events
| Showcase | State | Date | Location |
| Super 60 Pro Showcase | NAT | 02/04 | The MAX - McCook, IL |
| 2024 PA Preseason ID: Central | PA | 02/11 | Liberty Arena - Williamsport, PA |
| 2024 PA Preseason ID: Southwest (Session 1) | PA | 02/17 | Battleground Baseball Group - Callery, PA |
| 2024 PA Preseason ID: East | PA | 02/17 | Moravian University - Bethlehem, PA |
| 2024 PA Preseason ID: Southwest (Session 2) | PA | 02/17 | Battleground Baseball Group - Callery, PA |
| 2024 PA Preseason ID: Northwest | PA | 02/18 | Pennbriar Athletic Club - Erie, PA |
| 2024 PA Preseason ID: Southeast | PA | 02/25 | In The Net - Palmyra, PA |
| 2024 PA Preseason ID: Last Chance | PA | 03/02 | The Liberty Arena - Williamsport, PA |
| 2024 NY/PA Rising Stars (2028-2029 Grads) | PA | 03/03 | Liberty Arena - Williamsport, PA |