78.5
Velocity (max)
2/05/22
CLASS OF 2024
RHP
1B
Rick
Williams
Kirkwood (HS) • MO
6' 0" • 170LBS
R/R • 18yr 6mo
Travel Team: STL Gamers
6' 0" • 170LBS
R/R • 18yr 6mo
Travel Team: STL Gamers
Rankings
2024 National
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2024 State
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Commitment
Best Of Stats
Fastball
77 - 78.1
Velo Range
2/05/22
1859
Spin Rate (avg)
2/05/22
Changeup
67.2 - 68.1
Velo Range
2/05/22
1441
Spin Rate (avg)
2/05/22
Curveball
65.5 - 67.3
Velo Range
2/05/22
1909
Spin Rate (avg)
2/05/22
87.9
Exit Velocity (max)
2/05/22
80.5
Exit Velocity (avg)
2/21/22
285
Distance (max)
2/21/22
100
Sweet Spot %
2/21/22
22.5
Hand Speed (max)
2/05/22
67.6
Bat Speed (max)
2/05/22
7
Rot. Acc (max)
9/13/20
-
Hard Hit %
7.19
60
2/21/22
-
30-yd
-
10-yd
-
Run speed (max)
80
INF Velo
2/21/22
-
OF Velo
-
C Velo
-
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Positional Tools
2022
2020
2019
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60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
7.19
Infield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an infield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
80.0
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.
12.2
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
7.62
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).
4.77
Infield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an infield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
77.0
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.
10.3
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
8.28
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).
4.87
Infield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an infield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
70.0
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.
8.8
Hitting
2022
2020
Exit Velocity Max
The highest exit velocity of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
87.9
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
77.1
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
285
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
185
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
21.2
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).
78.4
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
71.6
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
272
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
189
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
19.8
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.
Gamers Scout Day
Feb 21, 2022
Trackman - Hitting
84.5
Exit Velocity (max)
80.5
Exit Velocity (avg)
229
Distance (avg)
285
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
MO Preseason All-State (Invite-Only)
Feb 5, 2022
Trackman - Hitting
87.9
Exit Velocity (max)
72.8
Exit Velocity (avg)
134
Distance (avg)
232
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
MO Fall Underclass Games
Sep 13, 2020
Trackman - Hitting
78.4
Exit Velocity (max)
71.6
Exit Velocity (avg)
189
Distance (avg)
272
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Hitting
2022
2020
Hand Speed Max
The highest Peak Hand Speed of any swing in the given event year.
22.5
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
19.1
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
67.6
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.
20.5
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
18.9
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
65.4
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
62.4
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.
Gamers Scout Day
Feb 21, 2022
Blast - Hitting
17.4
Hand Speed (max)
16.9
Hand Speed (avg)
61.0
Bat Speed (max)
59.2
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
MO Preseason All-State (Invite-Only)
Feb 5, 2022
Blast - Hitting
22.5
Hand Speed (max)
21.6
Hand Speed (avg)
67.6
Bat Speed (max)
65.3
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
MO Fall Underclass Games
Sep 13, 2020
Blast - Hitting
20.5
Hand Speed (max)
18.9
Hand Speed (avg)
65.4
Bat Speed (max)
62.4
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Pitching
2022
2020
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
78.5
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
77.5
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).
1859
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).
66.3
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).
1909
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).
67.7
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).
1441
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).
73.6
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).
1824
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.
24.8
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).
62.3
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).
1604
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).
66.3
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).
1214
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).
Gamers Scout Day
Feb 21, 2022
Trackman - Fastball
77.4
Velocity (max)
76.4 - 77.3
Velo Range
75.2
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,128
Spin Rate (max)
2,056
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Curveball
65.8
Velocity (max)
63.5 - 65.6
Velo Range
61.1
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,209
Spin Rate (max)
2,118
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - ChangeUp
69.4
Velocity (max)
68.1 - 69.4
Velo Range
67.2
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,597
Spin Rate (max)
1,507
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
MO Preseason All-State (Invite-Only)
Feb 5, 2022
Trackman - Fastball
78.5
Velocity (max)
77.0 - 78.1
Velo Range
74.2
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,926
Spin Rate (max)
1,859
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Curveball
68.0
Velocity (max)
65.5 - 67.3
Velo Range
62.4
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,060
Spin Rate (max)
1,909
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - ChangeUp
68.2
Velocity (max)
67.2 - 68.1
Velo Range
64.9
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,532
Spin Rate (max)
1,441
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
MO Fall Underclass Games
Sep 13, 2020
Trackman - Fastball
74.8
Velocity (max)
72.6 - 74.5
Velo Range
71.3
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,963
Spin Rate (max)
1,824
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Curveball
62.3
Velocity (max)
58.6
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,604
Spin Rate (max)
1,604
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - ChangeUp
66.9
Velocity (max)
65.8 - 66.8
Velo Range
63.8
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,234
Spin Rate (max)
1,214
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Pitch Scores
2022
21
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
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
Pitching Velos
2020
2019
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)
73.8
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
60.8
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
65.2
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
68.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
65.5
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
56.5
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
30.0
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Rick Williams, Kirkwood (MO), 2024
Positional Profile: 2B
Body: 6-0, 170-pounds. Long and lean build with room for added strength and size in the future.
Hit: RHH. Starts with a neutral stance and athletic posture with hands getting set at shoulder height. Short load into the back side. Utilizes a quick two tap stride with smooth rhythm and early timing. Lower half works linearly through the zone into a firm front leg. Slight uphill bat path with a short and compact swing. Hands work quickly through the zone. Attacks the ball out in front of the plate with a pull side approach and gets good extension.
Power: 87.9 max exit velocity, averaged 72.8 mph. 232’ max distance.
Arm: RH. INF - 77 mph. High 3/4 arm slot with a short arm action.
Defense: Attacks the ball with shorter strides and controlled rhythm. Shows good lateral range and ability to change the arm slot when the play dictates. Smooth slow roller technique with clean and quick exchanges out of the glove.
Run: 7.50 runner in the 60.
Delivery: Rocker style footwork around the rubber working to an easy pivot foot. Slow and methodical rhythm and pace to the delivery. Works to a mid height balance point with a strong weight stack onto the back leg. Tall and fall style motion down the mound with a short sink into the lower half. Works from the middle of the rubber and strides directionally down the center of the mound with good momentum headed towards the plate.
Arm Action: RH. High 3/4 arm slot with a short arm action.
FB: T78.5, 77.0-78.1 mph. Mostly straight shape with some riding life through the zone. T1925, 1859 average rpm.
CB: 65.5-67.3 mph. Loopy shape with some downward depth and late break at times. T2060, 1908 average rpm.
CH: 67.2-68.1 mph. Good fading action to the arm side with some downward depth. T1532, 1440 average rpm.
Positional Profile: 3B / RHP
Body: 5-foot-11, 155-pounds, lean frame with room to grow and for added strength
Defense: INF - 75 mph, athletic actions, arm works, glove tap in transfers, momentum towards target
Arm: Right-handed, three-quarter release, clean action, developing strength
Hit: Right-handed, starts upright and slightly open, quiet hands, toe tap in his load, some tilt to his barrel, in line stride, mostly level bat path, remains balanced throughout, exit velocity of 83 mph.
Run: 7.62 second 60
Delivery: Lean build and projectable frame on the mound, works primarily from the stretch, shorter and controlled leg lift, glove tap in transfer, long and loose arm action, downhill tilt with shoulders, gains momentum down the mound, athletic and repeatable delivery
Arm Action: Loose arm, high three-quarter release,
FB: T75, 74-75 mph, high percentage of strikes
CB: 62 mph, mostly gradual action, 11-to-5 shape
CH: 64-65 mph, near fastball arm speed, flashes some depth at the bottom of the zone
Positional Profile: 3B/RHP
Body: 5-foot-10, 146-pounds. Developing frame with lots of room to add size and strength.
Defense: Concerted effort to get around and behind the ball. Big funnel up. Natural actions.
Arm: Right-Handed INF - 77 mph. Developing arm strength. Natural, whippy arm action.
Hit: Right-Handed. Moderate, straight up stance. Crouches during the load. Gathers weight in the back hip then strides forward. Level swing. Full body swing. Quick, aggressive finish.
Power: 77 mph exit velocity in BP. Developing pop
Run: 4.77 runner home-to-first.
Delivery: Works exclusively out of the stretch, slight drop/drive type delivery, works on line with target, lands square, recoil finish.
Arm Action: Right-Handed Short, compact arm action, high 3/4 slot.
FB: T74, 72-74 mph. Four-seam type, strikes.
CB: 59-60 mph. 11/5 shape, gradual action.
CH: 64-66 mph. Slight deceleration of arm speed, showed some arm-side run.