76
Velocity (max)
2/20/22
CLASS OF 2022
RHP
2B
Nathan
Dawson
Father Gabriel Richard (HS) • MI
5' 11" • 160LBS
S/R • 19yr 5mo
Travel Team: Oakland Reds
5' 11" • 160LBS
S/R • 19yr 5mo
Travel Team: Oakland Reds
Rankings
2022 National
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2022 State
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Best Of Stats
Fastball
73.7 - 75.3
Velo Range
2/20/22
2020
Spin Rate (avg)
12/11/21
Changeup
71 - 73
Velo Range
12/11/21
2087
Spin Rate (avg)
2/20/22
Curveball
63 - 65
Velo Range
2/20/22
1995
Spin Rate (avg)
2/20/22
84.6
Exit Velocity (max)
12/11/21
70.9
Exit Velocity (avg)
2/20/22
248
Distance (max)
2/20/22
50
Sweet Spot %
2/20/22
20.2
Hand Speed (max)
12/11/21
67.9
Bat Speed (max)
2/20/22
12.3
Rot. Acc (max)
12/11/21
-
Hard Hit %
75
INF Velo
2/20/22
-
OF Velo
-
C Velo
-
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Positional Tools
2022
2021
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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).
4.97
Infield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an infield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
75.0
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).
4.4
Infield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an infield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
74.0
Hitting
2022
2021
Exit Velocity Max
The highest exit velocity of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
82.4
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
70.9
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
248
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
156
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
17.4
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).
84.6
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
68.3
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
227
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
75
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
6.9
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.
Scout Day: Oakland Reds 2.20.22
Feb 20, 2022
Trackman - Hitting
82.4
Exit Velocity (max)
70.9
Exit Velocity (avg)
156
Distance (avg)
248
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
2021 Michigan Unsigned Senior Showcase - Charity Event 12.11.21
Dec 11, 2021
Trackman - Hitting
84.6
Exit Velocity (max)
68.3
Exit Velocity (avg)
75
Distance (avg)
227
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Hitting
2022
2021
Hand Speed Max
The highest Peak Hand Speed of any swing in the given event year.
20.1
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
18.8
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
67.9
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
62.1
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.
20.2
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
18.8
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
65.0
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
63.1
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.
Scout Day: Oakland Reds 2.20.22
Feb 20, 2022
Blast - Hitting
20.1
Hand Speed (max)
18.8
Hand Speed (avg)
67.9
Bat Speed (max)
62.1
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
2021 Michigan Unsigned Senior Showcase - Charity Event 12.11.21
Dec 11, 2021
Blast - Hitting
20.2
Hand Speed (max)
18.8
Hand Speed (avg)
65.0
Bat Speed (max)
63.1
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).
75.9
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
74.5
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).
1897
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.
25.5
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).
64.2
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).
1995
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).
67.6
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).
2087
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).
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
74.8
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
74.1
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).
2020
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.
27.2
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).
61.4
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).
1701
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).
72.1
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).
1886
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).
Scout Day: Oakland Reds 2.20.22
Feb 20, 2022
Trackman - Fastball
75.9
Velocity (max)
73.7 - 75.3
Velo Range
70.3
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,107
Spin Rate (max)
1,897
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Curveball
65.3
Velocity (max)
63.5 - 65.0
Velo Range
59.3
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,046
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 - ChangeUp
67.6
Velocity (max)
63.4
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,087
Spin Rate (max)
2,087
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
2021 Michigan Unsigned Senior Showcase - Charity Event 12.11.21
Dec 11, 2021
Trackman - Fastball
74.8
Velocity (max)
73.7 - 74.6
Velo Range
73.3
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,140
Spin Rate (max)
2,020
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Curveball
62.0
Velocity (max)
60.7 - 62.0
Velo Range
60.1
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,732
Spin Rate (max)
1,701
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Trackman - ChangeUp
72.6
Velocity (max)
71.5 - 72.6
Velo Range
70.1
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,122
Spin Rate (max)
1,886
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Pitch Scores
Pitching Velos
2022
2021
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
76.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
74.0
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
64.0
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
67.5
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
75.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
73.5
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
61.0
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
72.0
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Player Spotlight
Nathan Dawson: RHP/2B, (2022) Father Gabriel Richard, MI. 5-foot-11, 160-pound. Solid at the plate, the switch hitter recorded an exit velocity of 82 mph. (62.1 mph bat speed average). (18.8 mph hand speed average). Began in a balanced tall stance with a small load, then used a toe tap stride. Bat speed is average, shows a flat short swing plane and level finish. He barreled up some balls during the round. Up the middle approach. Solid while in the infield, made throws up to 75 mph; has a clean exchange, raw hands, and smooth feet. Fields the ball out front, movements laterally were average. Solid smooth on the mound, showed good arm speed with a quick loose arm action and a high ¾ arm angle. Tilt-and-topple type pitcher who uses some effort. Showed consistent balance point with downhill shoulders. Lands square with balanced finish. Changeup (67-68 mph). Threw his fastball 73-75 mph and topped out at 76 mph; has running action and control in the zone around the zone with tight movement. (Max spin 2106; Avg 1897). Had arm side command and slurvey action on his 10/4 curveball (63-65). (Max spin 2045; Avg 1995).
Scout Evaluation
Nathan Dawson, Father Gabriel Richard, 2022, MI
Position: RHP/2B
Body: 5-foot-11, 160-pound.
Hit: (Switch) Solid. Began in a balanced tall stance with a small load, then used a toe tap stride. Average bat speed. Level finish, flat short swing. Up the middle approach.
Power: 82 mph exit velocity, average 70.9 mph. 62.1 mph bat speed average. 18.8 mph hand speed average.
Defense: (IF) Raw hands, smooth footwork, clean exchange. Solid. Movements laterally were average and he fields the ball out front.
Arm: 75 mph infield velocity.
Pitching: Solid smooth. Tilt-and-topple delivery, some effort. High ¾ arm angle, good arm speed, quick loose arm action. Consistent balance point, downhill shoulders, lands square, balanced finish.
FB: T76. 73-75 mph. (Max spin 2106; Avg 1897). In the zone around the zone accuracy, running action, tight movement.
CB: 63-65 mph. Arm side control, slurvey action, 10/4 movement. (Max spin 2045; Avg 1995).
CH: 67-68 mph.