23.9
Hand Speed (max)
6/21/22
CLASS OF 2024
C
3B
Sam
Carter
Shelby County (HS) • AL
5' 10" • 183.9LBS
R/R • 18yr 5mo
Travel Team: TPL
5' 10" • 183.9LBSR/R • 18yr 5mo
Travel Team: TPL
Rankings
2024 National
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2024 State
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Commitment
Best Of Stats
74.1
Bat Speed (max)
6/21/22
23.5
Rot. Acc (max)
8/27/23
-
Hard Hit %
93.1
Exit Velocity (max)
8/27/23
89.6
Exit Velocity (avg)
8/27/23
345
Distance (max)
8/27/23
70
Sweet Spot %
8/27/23
7.16
60
8/27/23
4.02
30-yd
6/21/22
1.8
10-yd
6/21/22
19.6
Run speed (max)
8/27/23
87
INF Velo
1/16/22
-
OF Velo
84
C Velo
8/27/23
1.88 - 1.95
Pop Time
8/27/23
Fastball
85.5
Velocity (max)
1/16/22
82.8 - 85.2
Velo Range
1/16/22
1995
Spin Rate (avg)
6/21/22
Changeup
68.7 - 70.2
Velo Range
1/16/22
1309
Spin Rate (avg)
1/16/22
Curveball
66.7 - 72.5
Velo Range
1/16/22
2332
Spin Rate (avg)
1/16/22
Slider
70.8 - 75.6
Velo Range
1/16/22
2391
Spin Rate (avg)
1/16/22
Positional Tools
2023
2022
2021
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Pop Time
The athlete's fastest pop time in the given event year. Measured from glove to glove, in seconds (s).
1.88 - 1.95
Catcher Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from the catcher position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
84.0
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
7.18
Home to First
The athlete's fastest home-to-first time in the given event year. Measured from bat-on-ball to foot-on-bag, in seconds (s).
4.27
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.
12.9
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
7.26
Infield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an infield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
83.0
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.
12.3
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).
93.1
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
89.6
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
345
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
218
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
16.7
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).
92.4
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
83.0
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
335
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
188
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
16.0
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).
89.5
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
78.3
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
321
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
216
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
24.8
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.
Alabama Fall Games
Aug 27, 2023
Trackman - Hitting
93.1
Exit Velocity (max)
89.6
Exit Velocity (avg)
218
Distance (avg)
345
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Top Prospect Games: Upperclass (Invite-Only)
Jun 21, 2022
Trackman - Hitting
92.4
Exit Velocity (max)
87.1
Exit Velocity (avg)
216
Distance (avg)
335
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
North Alabama Preseason All-State
Jan 16, 2022
Trackman - Hitting
89.8
Exit Velocity (max)
79.6
Exit Velocity (avg)
164
Distance (avg)
293
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
TPL Scout Day
May 29, 2021
Trackman - Hitting
89.5
Exit Velocity (max)
78.3
Exit Velocity (avg)
216
Distance (avg)
321
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Hitting
2023
2022
Hand Speed Max
The highest Peak Hand Speed of any swing in the given event year.
23.0
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.
72.4
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
69.1
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.
21.9
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
74.1
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
68.2
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.
Alabama Fall Games
Aug 27, 2023
Blast - Hitting
23.0
Hand Speed (max)
21.0
Hand Speed (avg)
72.4
Bat Speed (max)
69.1
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Top Prospect Games: Upperclass (Invite-Only)
Jun 21, 2022
Blast - Hitting
23.9
Hand Speed (max)
22.0
Hand Speed (avg)
74.1
Bat Speed (max)
68.7
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
North Alabama Preseason All-State
Jan 16, 2022
Blast - Hitting
23.1
Hand Speed (max)
21.9
Hand Speed (avg)
70.4
Bat Speed (max)
67.8
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Pitching
2022
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).
82.8
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).
1991
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.
24.0
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).
67.4
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).
2291
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).
69.4
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).
1309
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).
73.1
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).
2391
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).
Top Prospect Games: Upperclass (Invite-Only)
Jun 21, 2022
Trackman - Fastball
84.1
Velocity (max)
81.2 - 83.3
Velo Range
79.5
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,048
Spin Rate (max)
1,995
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Curveball
70.2
Velocity (max)
63.9 - 69.5
Velo Range
63.7
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,416
Spin Rate (max)
2,274
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
North Alabama Preseason All-State
Jan 16, 2022
Trackman - Fastball
85.5
Velocity (max)
82.8 - 85.2
Velo Range
82.2
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,146
Spin Rate (max)
1,983
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Curveball
74.0
Velocity (max)
66.7 - 72.5
Velo Range
67.7
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,402
Spin Rate (max)
2,332
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Slider
75.7
Velocity (max)
70.8 - 75.6
Velo Range
70.2
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,467
Spin Rate (max)
2,391
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Trackman - ChangeUp
70.2
Velocity (max)
68.7 - 70.2
Velo Range
67.4
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,369
Spin Rate (max)
1,309
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Pitch Scores
2022
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.
North Alabama Preseason All-State
Jan 16, 2022
Pitch Scores - Fastball
Hop+
Rise+
Sink+
Pitch Scores - Curveball
Hammer+
Sweep+
Pitch Scores - Slider
Hammer+
Sweep+
Pitching Velos
2023
2022
2021
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
83.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
82.5
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
68.0
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
84.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
82.0
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
68.0
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
82.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
81.5
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
64.5
Slider
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
68.5
Game Performance
2024
2023
10 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-10-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
1.80
30 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-30-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
4.02
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-60-yard time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
7.16
Top Speed (MPH)
The athlete's fastest split time converted to miles per hour.
10 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-10-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
1.82
30 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-30-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
4.03
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-60-yard time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
7.16
Top Speed (MPH)
The athlete's fastest split time converted to miles per hour.
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.
77.85
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 Games: Upperclass (Invite-Only)
Jun 21, 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
- Alabama HS Team Preview: Shelby County Wildcats - Feb 4, 2024
- Alabama Fall Games: Quick Hits - Aug 28, 2023
- Uncommitted Spotlight: 3B/RHP Sam Carter - Oct 18, 2022
- North Alabama Preseason All-State: Pitcher Reports - Jan 28, 2022
- North Alabama Preseason All-State: Position Player Reports - Jan 27, 2022
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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.
Sam Carter, Shelby County (AL), 2024
Positional Profile: C/3B
Body: 5-9, 184-pounds. Well developed lower half, strong and stocky frame.
Hit: RHH. Narrow and athletic stance. Even set up. Aggressive hacks from the right side, quick toe tap into the swing. 69.1 mph bat speed with 19 G’s of rotational acceleration.
Power: 93 max exit velocity, averaged 89.6 mph. 345' max distance.
Arm: RH. C-84 mph. Strong arm with present strength. Accurate.
Defense: 1.88-1.95 pop times. Easy and effortless behind the dish on transfers, clean.
ATH: 7.16 runner in the 60. 1.82 and 4.03 in the 10 and 30 yard splits.
Positional Profile: 3B/RHP
Body: 5-10, 170-pounds. Strong, compact frame, twitchy and athletic.
Hit: RHH. Upright, square setup, quick leg kick. Plenty of bat speed, twitchy hands, quick hips, pull-side pop.
Power: 92.4 max exit velocity, averaged 87.1 mph. 334’ max distance.
Arm: RH. INF - 84 mph. Short arm action, natural high 3/4 with the ability to throw from multiple arm slots.
Defense: Plays through the baseball. Clean exchange.
Run: 7.18 runner in the 60.
Delivery: Tall and fall delivery, lands square on ball of foot, balanced finish.
Arm Action: RH. Long, loose mid 3/4 arm path.
FB: T84.1, 81.2-83.3 mph. Jumps some out the hand, showed the ability to elevate the pitch when needed. T2047, 1995 average rpm.
CB: 63.9-69.5 mph. Very solid offering. 12/6 depth showing late depth. T2415, 2274 average rpm.
Positional Profile: 3B/RHP
Body: 5-10, 170-pounds. Strong, compact frame.
Delivery: Compact, powerful and repeatable delivery.
Arm Action: RH. Up tempo, works on-plane to the plate.
FB: T85.5, 82.8-85.2 mph. Controlled the strike zone, sinking action at times. T2145, 1982 average rpm.
CB: 66.7-72.5 mph. 11/5 shape, gradual break, commanded down in the zone. T2401, 2331 average rpm.
SL: 70.8-75.6 mph. Solid sweeping action that will be tough on RH hitters. T2467, 2390 average rpm.
CH: 68.7-70.2 mph. Armside action, down in the zone. T1368, 1309 average rpm.
Positional Profile: 3B/RHP
Body: 5-10, 170-pounds. Strong, compact frame.
Hit: RHH. Tall, narrow stance into a small leg kick. Showed some violence in the swing with the ability to drive balls to both gaps.
Power: 89.8 max exit velocity, averaged 79.6 mph. 293’ max distance.
Arm: RH. INF - 87 mph. Loose, athletic, short arm action, high 3/4 slot with life and carry.
Defense: Smooth, confident fielding actions, soft hands, quick feet, plays through the ball well.
Run: 4.27 runner H-1B.