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.
Jomar Ortiz: SS/OF, (2027) Windsor Locks, CT. 150-pound lean athletic frame. Above average projectable at the plate, Ortiz was ranked 2nd with an exit velocity of 92 mph. (67.3 mph bat speed average). (21.7 mph hand speed average). Began in a balanced open stance with a smooth load, then used a controlled small leg kick. Has electric bat speed, loose upward swing plane and high finish. He produced tons of loud contact and found multiple barrels. Gap to gap aggressive approach. Above average in the infield, his best throw was registered at 69 mph; had soft next level hands, athletic smooth footwork, and a twitchy exchange. Fields the ball out front, movements laterally were athletic. Consistent accuracy to the bases, used a high ¾ slot and a loose arm action.
Exit Velocity: 92 mph
Arm Velocity: 69 mph
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Jomar Ortiz: SS/OF, (2027) Windsor Locks, CT. 150-pound lean athletic frame. Above average projectable at the plate, Ortiz was ranked 2nd with an exit velocity of 92 mph. (67.3 mph bat speed average). (21.7 mph hand speed average). Began in a balanced open stance with a smooth load, then used a controlled small leg kick. Has electric bat speed, loose upward swing plane and high finish. He produced tons of loud contact and found multiple barrels. Gap to gap aggressive approach. Above average in the infield, his best throw was registered at 69 mph; had soft next level hands, athletic smooth footwork, and a twitchy exchange. Fields the ball out front, movements laterally were athletic. Consistent accuracy to the bases, used a high ¾ slot and a loose arm action.
Exit Velocity: 92 mph
Arm Velocity: 69 mph