71.5
Velocity (max)
6/06/23
CLASS OF 2026
RHP
2B
Luke
Bradford
Harding Academy (HS) • AR
5' 4" • 159LBS
S/R • 16yr 8mo
Travel Team: Arkansas Prospects 15-16U
5' 4" • 159LBSS/R • 16yr 8mo
Travel Team: Arkansas Prospects 15-16U
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2026 National
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Best Of Stats
Fastball
68.7 - 71.1
Velo Range
6/06/23
1829
Spin Rate (avg)
6/06/23
Changeup
65 - 66.1
Velo Range
1/21/23
1697
Spin Rate (avg)
1/21/23
Curveball
62.6 - 64.1
Velo Range
1/21/23
1820
Spin Rate (avg)
1/21/23
Slider
64.4 - 66.1
Velo Range
6/06/23
1926
Spin Rate (avg)
6/06/23
78.7
Exit Velocity (max)
6/06/23
68.1
Exit Velocity (avg)
2/18/24
257
Distance (max)
6/06/23
54
Sweet Spot %
6/06/23
19.9
Hand Speed (max)
2/18/24
67.2
Bat Speed (max)
6/06/23
23.6
Rot. Acc (max)
6/06/23
-
Hard Hit %
8.03
60
6/06/23
4.45
30-yd
2/18/24
1.96
10-yd
2/18/24
16.7
Run speed (max)
2/18/24
69
INF Velo
1/21/23
-
OF Velo
-
C Velo
-
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Positional Tools
2024
2023
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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).
66.0
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
8.03
Infield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an infield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
69.0
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.
9.8
Hitting
2024
2023
Exit Velocity Max
The highest exit velocity of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
76.3
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
68.1
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).
180
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
27.0
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).
78.7
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
66.7
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
257
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
132
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
18.5
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.
Preseason All-State (Invite-Only)
Feb 18, 2024
Trackman - Hitting
76.3
Exit Velocity (max)
68.1
Exit Velocity (avg)
180
Distance (avg)
252
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Top Prospect Games: Underclass (Invite-Only)
Jun 6, 2023
Trackman - Hitting
78.7
Exit Velocity (max)
66.2
Exit Velocity (avg)
116
Distance (avg)
257
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Central Arkansas Preseason ID
Jan 21, 2023
Trackman - Hitting
74.7
Exit Velocity (max)
67.3
Exit Velocity (avg)
149
Distance (avg)
234
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Hitting
2024
2023
Hand Speed Max
The highest Peak Hand Speed of any swing in the given event year.
19.9
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
19.2
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
58.5
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
56.4
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.
19.5
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
18.6
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
67.2
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
57.5
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.
Preseason All-State (Invite-Only)
Feb 18, 2024
Blast - Hitting
19.9
Hand Speed (max)
19.2
Hand Speed (avg)
58.5
Bat Speed (max)
56.4
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Top Prospect Games: Underclass (Invite-Only)
Jun 6, 2023
Blast - Hitting
19.5
Hand Speed (max)
18.7
Hand Speed (avg)
67.2
Bat Speed (max)
59.3
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Central Arkansas Preseason ID
Jan 21, 2023
Blast - Hitting
19.2
Hand Speed (max)
18.5
Hand Speed (avg)
59.0
Bat Speed (max)
55.9
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Pitching
2024
2023
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
69.7
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
68.4
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).
1660
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.
24.3
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).
62.0
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).
1770
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).
64.2
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).
1211
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).
Cutter
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
66.6
Cutter
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).
1635
Cutter
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).
71.5
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
68.4
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).
1770
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.
25.9
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).
63.3
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).
1820
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).
65.7
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).
1697
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).
65.4
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).
1926
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).
Cutter
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
65.2
Cutter
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).
1819
Cutter
Total Movement Avg
The average total non-gravity movement for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in inches (in).
Preseason All-State (Invite-Only)
Feb 18, 2024
Trackman - Fastball
69.7
Velocity (max)
67.3 - 69.5
Velo Range
68.6
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,754
Spin Rate (max)
1,660
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
62.6
Velocity (max)
61.4 - 62.6
Velo Range
61.5
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,842
Spin Rate (max)
1,770
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Trackman - ChangeUp
65.3
Velocity (max)
63.4 - 65.1
Velo Range
63.7
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,260
Spin Rate (max)
1,211
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Trackman - Cutter
67.7
Velocity (max)
65.5 - 67.7
Velo Range
65.7
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,688
Spin Rate (max)
1,635
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Top Prospect Games: Underclass (Invite-Only)
Jun 6, 2023
Trackman - Fastball
71.5
Velocity (max)
68.7 - 71.1
Velo Range
64.7
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,933
Spin Rate (max)
1,829
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
66.1
Velocity (max)
64.4 - 66.1
Velo Range
60.0
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,976
Spin Rate (max)
1,926
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Central Arkansas Preseason ID
Jan 21, 2023
Trackman - Fastball
68.1
Velocity (max)
66.6 - 67.8
Velo Range
69.0
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,841
Spin Rate (max)
1,721
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
64.2
Velocity (max)
62.6 - 64.1
Velo Range
63.8
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,852
Spin Rate (max)
1,820
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
66.1
Velocity (max)
65.0 - 66.1
Velo Range
66.0
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,577
Spin Rate (max)
1,697
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Trackman - Cutter
65.9
Velocity (max)
64.4 - 65.9
Velo Range
64.9
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,854
Spin Rate (max)
1,819
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Pitch Scores
Pitching Velos
2024
2023
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
70.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
68.0
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
62.0
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
64.0
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
71.0
Fastball
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
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)
65.0
Game Performance
2024
2023
10 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-10-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
1.96
30 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-30-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
4.45
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-60-yard time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
8.12
Top Speed (MPH)
The athlete's fastest split time converted to miles per hour.
RSi
The reactive strength index measurement of an athlete's explosiveness by comparing their jump height to the ground contact time in between their jumps. On a scale of 0-5.
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.
2.43
30 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-30-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
5.20
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-60-yard time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
9.10
Top Speed (MPH)
The athlete's fastest split time converted to miles per hour.
RSi
The reactive strength index measurement of an athlete's explosiveness by comparing their jump height to the ground contact time in between their jumps. On a scale of 0-5.
Vertical Jump
A measure of any athlete's body strength and reach calculated from the flight time divided by the contact time.
Top Prospect Games: Underclass (Invite-Only)
Jun 6, 2023
Swift
0.77
RSi (max)
0.77
RSi (avg)
1,098
Jump Power (max)
22.0
Jump Height (max)
22.0
Jump Height (avg)
Central Arkansas Preseason ID
Jan 21, 2023
Swift
2.43
10-yd
5.20
30-yd
9.10
60-yd
15.7
Run speed (max)
1.20
RSi (max)
1.20
RSi (avg)
996
Jump Power (max)
20.0
Jump Height (max)
20.0
Jump Height (avg)
Visual Edge
2024
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.
54.9
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.
65.86
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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.
Positional Profile: RHP/2B
Body: 5-6, 165-pounds. Present physical strength.
Delivery: Big step in windup to rhythmical leg raise, slight sit on back heel, short quick glove arm to short release.
Arm Action: RH. Short high 3/4 slot that repeats.
FB: T71, 69-71 mph. Some arm side fade with occasional cut to glove side. T1933, 1829 average rpm.
SL: 64-66 mph. Short break with swing and miss type action. T1976, 1926 average rpm.
Positional Profile: RHP/2B
Body: 5-6, 165-pounds. Present physical strength.
Delivery: Big step in windup to rhythmical leg raise, slight sit on back heel, short quick glove arm to short release.
Arm Action: RH. Short high 3/4 slot that repeats.
FB: T71, 69-71 mph. Some arm side fade with occasional cut to glove side. T1933, 1829 average rpm.
SL: 64-66 mph. Short break with swing and miss type action. T1976, 1926 average rpm.
Positional Profile: RHP/2B
Body: 5-6, 165-pounds. Present physical strength.
Hit: SH. Narrow base, simple move to load, quiet hands with small fall to foot strike, backside rotates to contact. Short finish with slight uphill approach.
Power: 79 max exit velocity, averaged 66 mph. 257' max distance. Consistent to middle of field with some pull side power.
Arm: RH. INF-66 mph. Low 3/4 slot with average carry.
Defense: Active feet, glove presentation deep, funnel across, feet carry the throw.
Vizual Edge: 65.86 Edge Score
Positional Profile: RHP/2B
Body: 5-6, 165-pounds. Present physical strength.
Hit: SH. Narrow base, simple move to load, quiet hands with small fall to foot strike, backside rotates to contact. Short finish with slight uphill approach.
Power: 79 max exit velocity, averaged 66 mph. 257' max distance. Consistent to middle of field with some pull side power.
Arm: RH. INF-66 mph. Low 3/4 slot with average carry.
Defense: Active feet, glove presentation deep, funnel across, feet carry the throw.
Vizual Edge: 65.86 Edge Score
Positional Profile: RHP/3B
Body: 5-6, 155-pounds. Smaller stature with room for growth.
Hits: SH. Wide base, limited load to contact, simple movements, small barrel drop to barrel tilt, backside raises underneath to contact. Uphill path to contact with short finish.
Power: 75 max exit velocity, averaged 67.3 MPH. 234' max distance. Consistent contact to pull side with line drive approach.
Arm: RH. INF-69 mph.Short arm swing with over the top slot and quick release.
Defense: Prep step to deeper field fingers down to field funnels to mid line quick release with follow.
Vizual Edge: 45.1 Edge Score
Body: 5-6, 155-pounds. Smaller stature with room for growth.
Hits: SH. Wide base, limited load to contact, simple movements, small barrel drop to barrel tilt, backside raises underneath to contact. Uphill path to contact with short finish.
Power: 75 max exit velocity, averaged 67.3 MPH. 234' max distance. Consistent contact to pull side with line drive approach.
Arm: RH. INF-69 mph.Short arm swing with over the top slot and quick release.
Defense: Prep step to deeper field fingers down to field funnels to mid line quick release with follow.
Vizual Edge: 45.1 Edge Score