88.4
Velocity (max)
2/19/23
CLASS OF 2024
RHP
SS
Taylor
Echols
Wapakoneta (HS) • OH
5' 8" • 135LBS
R/R • 18yr 10mo
Travel Team: Bo Jackson Elite 17u
5' 8" • 135LBS
R/R • 18yr 10mo
Travel Team: Bo Jackson Elite 17u
Rankings
2024 National
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2024 State
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Commitment
Best Of Stats
Fastball
86.5 - 88.4
Velo Range
2/19/23
2251
Spin Rate (avg)
2/11/23
Changeup
75 - 84.1
Velo Range
10/07/23
2060
Spin Rate (avg)
2/19/23
Curveball
71.2 - 76.8
Velo Range
6/12/23
2688
Spin Rate (avg)
2/11/23
Slider
77.4 - 78.9
Velo Range
2/11/23
2298
Spin Rate (avg)
2/11/23
Positional Tools
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2023
2022
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Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
88.4
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
85.1
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).
2098
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.
24.6
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).
72.9
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).
2446
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).
78.3
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).
1959
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).
77.0
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).
2252
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).
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
86.6
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
84.5
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).
1964
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.
23.3
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).
72.8
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).
2354
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).
75.9
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).
1665
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).
76.8
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).
2102
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).
2023 Ohio State Games (Invite Only)
Oct 7, 2023
Trackman - Fastball
87.4
Velocity (max)
81.3 - 86.2
Velo Range
84.0
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,200
Spin Rate (max)
1,965
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
74.6
Velocity (max)
70.4 - 74.6
Velo Range
71.7
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,569
Spin Rate (max)
2,435
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
84.1
Velocity (max)
75.0 - 84.1
Velo Range
80.8
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,986
Spin Rate (max)
1,847
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
2023 Ohio Top Prospect Games (Invite Only)
Jun 12, 2023
Trackman - Fastball
87.9
Velocity (max)
83.6 - 86.3
Velo Range
84.1
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,249
Spin Rate (max)
2,141
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
76.8
Velocity (max)
71.2 - 76.8
Velo Range
72.5
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,598
Spin Rate (max)
2,550
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Trackman - ChangeUp
76.2
Velocity (max)
75.3
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,949
Spin Rate (max)
1,949
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Scout Day: Bo Jackson Elite 2.19.23
Feb 19, 2023
Trackman - Fastball
88.4
Velocity (max)
86.5 - 88.4
Velo Range
85.1
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,213
Spin Rate (max)
2,156
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
71.7
Velocity (max)
71.2 - 71.7
Velo Range
69.1
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,454
Spin Rate (max)
2,249
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Trackman - Slider
73.2
Velocity (max)
70.1
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,116
Spin Rate (max)
2,116
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Trackman - ChangeUp
77.7
Velocity (max)
76.6 - 77.7
Velo Range
74.8
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,439
Spin Rate (max)
2,060
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
2023 Ohio ProCase (Invite Only)
Feb 11, 2023
Trackman - Fastball
88.3
Velocity (max)
85.1 - 88.0
Velo Range
84.7
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,363
Spin Rate (max)
2,251
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
74.4
Velocity (max)
72.7
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,688
Spin Rate (max)
2,688
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Trackman - Slider
78.9
Velocity (max)
77.4 - 78.9
Velo Range
76.1
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,511
Spin Rate (max)
2,298
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
78.7
Velocity (max)
75.0 - 78.7
Velo Range
75.3
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,655
Spin Rate (max)
2,051
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
2022 Central Ohio Prospect Games (Invite Only)
Jul 19, 2022
Trackman - Fastball
86.6
Velocity (max)
83.1 - 85.8
Velo Range
83.1
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,127
Spin Rate (max)
1,964
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Curveball
74.4
Velocity (max)
71.8 - 73.7
Velo Range
71.1
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,480
Spin Rate (max)
2,354
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Slider
76.8
Velocity (max)
75.2
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,102
Spin Rate (max)
2,102
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - ChangeUp
76.5
Velocity (max)
75.3 - 76.5
Velo Range
74.2
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,869
Spin Rate (max)
1,665
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Pitch Scores
2023
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.
Slider
Hammer+
A hammer breaking ball drops vertically with velocity through the zone, or 12-to-6 movement. Hammer+ of 100 is MLB average.
Slider
Sweep+
A sweeping breaking ball moves horizontally with velocity through the zone. Sweep+ 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
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.
Pitching Velos
2023
2022
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
87.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
86.0
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
74.0
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
73.5
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
87.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
85.5
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
72.5
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
75.5
Slider
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
76.5
Game Performance
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Notes
News
- Results From 2023 Ohio State Games - Oct 9, 2023
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- 2023 Top Prospect Games Advanced Metrics: Hitting Leaderboard - Jun 14, 2023
- Results From 2023 Top Prospect Games - Jun 14, 2023
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- Results From 2023 Ohio ProCase - Feb 12, 2023
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Taylor Echols: RHP/SS, (2024) Wapakoneta, OH. Miami (OH) Commit, 5-foot-8, 135-pound. Projectable advanced on the mound, showed lightning arm speed with an over-the-top arm angle and a quick short arm action. Drop-and-drive type pitcher who shows easy effort. Balance point is tall with downhill shoulders during delivery. Lands square with balanced an athletic finish. (Max spin 2199; Avg 1965).
Taylor Echols: RHP/SS, (2024) Wapakoneta, OH. 5-foot-8, 135-pound. Solid on the mound, had a compact arm action and a high arm angle with some quick arm speed. Drop-and-drive type pitcher who uses some effort. Showed strong balance point with even shoulders. Lands soft with balanced finish. Had slight running action. (Max spin 2249; Avg 2141). His 11/5 curveball had gradual action. (Max spin 2597; Avg 2549).
Taylor Echols: RHP/SS, (2024) Wapakoneta, OH. 5-foot-8, 135-pound lanky projectable build. Showed a high slot and a very quick loose arm action with consistent accuracy to the base. Smooth advanced on the mound, showing consistent electric arm speed he used a very quick clean arm action and a high arm angle. Up-tempo type pitcher who shows easy effort. Even shoulders with an strong consistent balance point. Lands open with an athletic recoil finish. (Max spin 2212; Avg 2156).
Taylor Echols: RHP/SS, (2024) Wapakoneta, OH. 5-foot-8, 135-pound. Solid on the mound, used a high arm angle and a quick arm action while showing some arm speed. Drop-and-drive type pitcher who uses some effort. Has an athletic balance point with downhill shoulders. Shows slight running action. (Max spin 2362; Avg 2251). His 11/5 curveball has tight action. (Max spin 2688; Avg 2688). Throws a 10/4 slider with late action. (Max spin 2511; Avg 2297).
Taylor Echols: RHP/SS, (2024) Wapakoneta, OH. 5-foot-8, 135-pound. Solid on the mound, showing quick arm speed he used a high arm angle and a clean arm action. Drop-and-drive type pitcher and shows high effort. Even shoulders with an strong balance point. Lands square with an athletic finish. Produced a fastball that came in at 84-87 mph. Has slight running action. (Max spin 2126; Avg 1964). His 11/5 curveball (71-74) shows slurvey action. (Max spin 2480; Avg 2353). His changeup (75-76) has slight action. His 10/4 slider (76-77) shows late action. (Max spin 2101; Avg 2101).