Top Prospect Games: Upperclass – Event Rewind

The Top Prospect Games: Upperclass took place at McCrary Park in Asheboro, NC, on Sunday, October 19, 2025, featuring many of the top 2026 and 2027 graduates from across North Carolina. This invite-only event gathered a deep and talented group of players for a comprehensive day of workouts and live competition in front of Prep Baseball’s scouting staff.

Players opened the day with a pro-style workout, showcasing their offensive and defensive abilities. Athletic testing, powered by VALD Performance, provided verified results for laser-timed 60-yard dashes, jump analytics, and additional movement data. During multiple rounds of batting practice, TrackMan technology captured detailed ball flight metrics, offering a deeper look into each hitter’s offensive profile.

After the workout, players participated in a controlled scrimmage, allowing pitchers and position players to compete in live-game settings.

The Top Prospect Games serve as a vital identifier for Prep Baseball’s regional and national events, including the NC/SC Border Battle and the Tobacco Road Games, both spotlighting top prospects from the Carolinas and beyond.

As we review the event, we’ll highlight the top performers, statistical leaders, and standout prospects who strengthened their profiles heading into the next stage of the recruiting calendar.

CLICK HERE to see the full roster, stats, and analytics.

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BLAST MOTION DEEP DIVE - Top Prospect Games Upperclass

BLAST’S CORE METRICS

Before we assess individual performers, it’s critical to understand the value and application of each metric and average and top numbers at each level.

BAT SPEED

Definition: The velocity of the bat barrel at contact, measured in miles per hour (mph).

Why It Matters: Higher bat speed increases exit velocity potential and improves a hitter’s ability to drive the ball with authority. It is the foundational predictor of raw power.

Benchmarks for top recruits:

• Elite: 73-plus mph
• Above-Average: 69-72 mph
• Developmental: Below 65 mph (depending on age/class)

ROTATIONAL ACCELERATION

Definition: Measures how quickly (forcefully) a hitter’s bat accelerates into the swing (measured in Gs).

Why It Matters: High RA allows hitters to delay their swing decisions and still generate a high level of power—a crucial skill against velocity and pitch sequencing. It brings down time to contact and is a player’s power ceiling.

Benchmarks:

• Elite: 17g or higher
• Competitive: 12-16.9g
• Work on it: Below 12g

On-Plane Efficiency% (OPE)

Definition: The percentage of the swing in which the bat barrel is on the same plane. Paired with a positive attack angle, it will keep the bat “on the ball” for a longer period of time.

Why It Matters: High OPE indicates an efficient swing and usually more opportunity for contact. It improves barrel control and raises both batting average and contact quality.

Benchmarks:

• Elite: 80% or higher
• Very Good: 70-79%
• Needs Improvement: Below 60%

Peak Hand Speed

Definition: Maximum speed of the hands during the swing.

Why It Matters: High hand speed allows for better reaction time, quicker barrel path initiation, and effective swing adjustments, especially against advanced pitching.

Benchmarks:

• Elite: 23-plus mph
• Strong: 20-22.9 mph
• Developing: <18 mph

For a complete list of Blast Motion metrics and averages by age/level of play, click here.

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BAT SPEED LEADERBOARDS

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Rotational Acceleration Leaderboards

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On-Plane Efficiency% Leaderboards

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Peak Hand Speed Leaderboards

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