Best of Fall: Infield Arm Velocity
December 29, 2025
Best of the Fall: 2025 Edition
The 2025 fall season featured some of the highest-quality events in the region, giving players the chance to measure themselves against the top talent in their state, class, and even nationally. From Scout Days to ID events and Top Prospect Games, athletes tested their skills in pro-style workouts, live competition, and advanced analytics sessions. Players updating their profiles through these events now connect with over 1,000 college programs and every MLB organization that subscribes to Prep Baseball’s trusted information, ensuring their performance is seen by the right eyes.
Best of the Fall 2026: Infield Arm Velocity Leaders
As part of our Best of the Fall 2026 series, today we shift the focus to the defensive side of the ball, highlighting infield arm velocity from fall events across North Carolina. These metrics were collected during live defensive workouts, where infielders worked through game-like ground ball sequences designed to simulate real in-game throws.
Arm velocity was recorded using a Stalker Radar Gun, with players making throws from third base, shortstop, or first base, depending on their primary position. This setup allows for a realistic evaluation of arm strength as it translates to functional defensive play rather than isolated throws.
While arm velocity provides valuable insight into an infielder’s throwing strength, it does not tell the full defensive story. Evaluations also account for quickness, rhythm, carry, and accuracy, all of which play critical roles in overall infield defense. The leaderboards below highlight the top arm velocity numbers from the fall, identifying infielders whose arm strength stood out while still being considered within the broader context of defensive ability.