Wilmington Fall ID – Event Rewind

The Wilmington Fall ID took place on Sunday, October 26, 2025, at UNC Wilmington’s Brooks Field, home of the Seahawks. The event brought together a talented group of players from across the region for a comprehensive day of evaluation in front of Prep Baseball’s scouting staff.

Players participated in a pro-style workout that included multiple rounds of batting practice, a defensive workout, and bullpens for pitchers. TrackMan technology was used throughout the day to capture ball flight data during both BP and bullpens, while BLAST Motion provided detailed pre-contact swing metrics for hitters.

Athletic testing, powered by VALD Performance, featured laser-timed 60-yard dashes with 10-yard and 30-yard splits, as well as jump testing that included RSI jumps and vertical measurements. In addition, players completed a series of body measurements to round out the full evaluation profile.

This blog series will spotlight the top performers and statistical leaders from the Wilmington Fall ID, offering an in-depth look at the athletes who stood out during testing and live evaluations.

CLICK HERE to see the full roster with stats and analytics

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BLAST MOTION DEEP DIVE - Wilmington Fall ID

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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