21.7
Hand Speed (max)
6/26/24
CLASS OF 2026
SS
RHP
Connor
Drake
Madison County (HS) • AL
6' 2" • 175LBS
R/R • 17yr 9mo
Travel Team: VBA
6' 2" • 175LBSR/R • 17yr 9mo
Travel Team: VBA
Rankings
2026 National
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2026 State
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Commitment
Best Of Stats
79.2
Bat Speed (max)
8/25/24
24.9
Rot. Acc (max)
1/18/25
-
Hard Hit %
89.8
Exit Velocity (max)
9/28/25
85.3
Exit Velocity (avg)
1/18/25
327
Distance (max)
1/18/25
71
Sweet Spot %
1/18/25
7.10
60-yd
9/28/25
3.91
30-yd
8/25/24
1.70
10-yd
8/25/24
19.4
Run speed (max)
9/28/25
88
INF Velo
1/18/25
-
OF Velo
-
C Velo
-
Pop Time
Fastball
83.4
Velocity (max)
8/25/24
80.1 - 82.4
Velo Range
8/25/24
2113
Spin Rate (avg)
8/25/24
Changeup
76 - 76
Velo Range
8/25/24
1853
Spin Rate (avg)
6/26/24
Curveball
68 - 70
Velo Range
8/25/24
1946
Spin Rate (avg)
6/26/24
Positional Tools
2025
2024
2023
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Infield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an infield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
88.0
Infield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an infield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
85.0
Infield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an infield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
78.0
Hitting
2025
2024
2023
Exit Velocity Max
The highest exit velocity of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
89.8
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
84.2
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
327
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
193
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
18.9199
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).
86.9
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
76.9
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
256
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
167
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
18.7496
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).
79.3
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
72.3
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
227
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
113
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
12.3027
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.
North Alabama Fall ID
Sep 28, 2025
Trackman - Hitting
89.8
Exit Velocity (max)
83.5
Exit Velocity (avg)
166
Distance (avg)
285
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
North Alabama Preseason All-State (Invite-Only)
Jan 18, 2025
Trackman - Hitting
89.0
Exit Velocity (max)
85.3
Exit Velocity (avg)
235
Distance (avg)
327
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Alabama Fall Games
Aug 25, 2024
Trackman - Hitting
86.9
Exit Velocity (max)
77.7
Exit Velocity (avg)
152
Distance (avg)
256
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Birmingham Summer ID
Jun 26, 2024
Trackman - Hitting
85.9
Exit Velocity (max)
76.0
Exit Velocity (avg)
183
Distance (avg)
240
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Knights South Scout Day
Jun 6, 2023
Trackman - Hitting
79.3
Exit Velocity (max)
72.3
Exit Velocity (avg)
113
Distance (avg)
227
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Hitting
2025
2024
Hand Speed Max
The highest Peak Hand Speed of any swing in the given event year.
20.1
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
19.3
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
65.1
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
62.6
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.
21.7
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
19.7
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
79.2
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
65.8
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.
North Alabama Fall ID
Sep 28, 2025
Blast - Hitting
20.1
Hand Speed (max)
19.3
Hand Speed (avg)
64.4
Bat Speed (max)
62.8
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
North Alabama Preseason All-State (Invite-Only)
Jan 18, 2025
Blast - Hitting
20.0
Hand Speed (max)
19.4
Hand Speed (avg)
65.1
Bat Speed (max)
62.4
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Alabama Fall Games
Aug 25, 2024
Blast - Hitting
20.5
Hand Speed (max)
19.2
Hand Speed (avg)
79.2
Bat Speed (max)
64.9
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Birmingham Summer ID
Jun 26, 2024
Blast - Hitting
21.7
Hand Speed (max)
20.4
Hand Speed (avg)
70.3
Bat Speed (max)
66.9
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Pitching
2024
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
83.4
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
80.7
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).
2094
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.
25.9
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).
68.6
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).
1910
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).
74.2
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).
1680
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).
Alabama Fall Games
Aug 25, 2024
Trackman - Fastball
83.4
Velocity (max)
80.1 - 82.4
Velo Range
79.5
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,214
Spin Rate (max)
2,113
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
70.1
Velocity (max)
67.8 - 69.9
Velo Range
66.8
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,933
Spin Rate (max)
1,881
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - ChangeUp
75.8
Velocity (max)
73.8
Eff Velocity (avg)
990
Spin Rate (max)
990
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Birmingham Summer ID
Jun 26, 2024
Trackman - Fastball
81.3
Velocity (max)
78.8 - 81.0
Velo Range
77.3
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,260
Spin Rate (max)
2,069
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Trackman - Curveball
69.7
Velocity (max)
67.5 - 69.3
Velo Range
64.9
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,002
Spin Rate (max)
1,946
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - ChangeUp
75.6
Velocity (max)
71.9 - 75.6
Velo Range
71.4
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,940
Spin Rate (max)
1,853
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Pitch Scores
Pitching Velos
2024
2023
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
83.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
79.7
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
68.8
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
75.0
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
79.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
75.5
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
65.0
Game Performance
2024
10 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-10-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
1.70
30 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-30-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
3.91
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-60-yard time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
7.11
Top Speed (MPH)
The athlete's fastest split time converted to miles per hour.
RSi
The reactive strength index measurement of an athlete's explosiveness by comparing their jump height to the ground contact time in between their jumps. On a scale of 0-5.
Vertical Jump
A measure of any athlete's body strength and reach calculated from the flight time divided by the contact time.
Alabama Fall Games
Aug 25, 2024
Swift
1.70
10-yd
3.91
30-yd
7.11
60-yd
19.2
Run speed (max)
1.60
RSI (max)
24.5
Jump Height (max)
Birmingham Summer ID
Jun 26, 2024
Swift
1.98
10-yd
4.23
30-yd
7.41
60-yd
19.3
Run speed (max)
1.56
RSI (max)
23.5
Jump Height (max)
2025
10 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-10-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
1.71
30 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-30-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
3.93
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-60-yard time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
7.09
Top Speed (MPH)
The athlete's fastest split time converted to miles per hour.
RSI
The reactive strength index measurement of an athlete's explosiveness by comparing their jump height to the ground contact time in between their jumps. On a scale of 0-5.
Vertical Jump
A measure of any athlete's body strength and reach calculated from the flight time divided by the contact time.
North Alabama Fall ID
Sep 28, 2025
Vald
1.71
10-yd
3.93
30-yd
7.10
60-yd
19.4
Run speed (max)
1.53
RSI (max)
19.5
Jump Height (max)
Vizual Edge
2025
2024
Edge Score
The highest Edge Score within the given year. Edge Score is a comprehensive score that takes the core-six visual skills into account, providing an assessment of an athlete’s overall visual ability.
81.41
Edge Score
The highest Edge Score within the given year. Edge Score is a comprehensive score that takes the core-six visual skills into account, providing an assessment of an athlete’s overall visual ability.
83.71
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Physical
2025
2024
Grip Strgth (LH)
Grip strength is a measure of a players bat control and ability to transfer power and speed during impact, measured in pounds of force generated; collected with elbow bent at 90 degrees.
Grip Strgth (RH)
Grip strength is a measure of a players bat control and ability to transfer power and speed during impact, measured in pounds of force generated; collected with elbow bent at 90 degrees.
Grip Strgth (LH)
Grip strength is a measure of a players bat control and ability to transfer power and speed during impact, measured in pounds of force generated; collected with elbow bent at 90 degrees.
Grip Strgth (RH)
Grip strength is a measure of a players bat control and ability to transfer power and speed during impact, measured in pounds of force generated; collected with elbow bent at 90 degrees.
Positional Profile: SS/RHP
Body: 6-2, 170-pounds. Lean, taller build. Athletic.
Hit: RHH. Balanced and even set up in the stance. Controlled load with smaller leg lift. Works inside the ball well, present strength at the plate. 62.8 mph bat speed with 19 G's of rotational acceleration.
Power: 90 max exit velocity, averaged 83.5 mph. 285' max distance.
Arm: RH. INF-84 mph. Shorter arm, quick and athletic. Accurate.
Defense: Clean when fielding, moves well to both sides.
ATH: 7.10 runner in the 60. 1.71 and 3.93 in the 10 and 30 yard splits. 19.50 max vertical.
Vizual Edge: 81.41 Edge Score
Positional Profile: SS/RHP
Body: 6-2, 176-pounds. Longer and lean body, more room for added size.
Hit: RHH. Balanced stance, toe tap trigger. Barrel path shows slightly uphill with a middle to pullside approach. 62.4 mph bat speed with 22 G's of rotational acceleration.
Power: 89 max exit velocity, averaged 85.3 mph. 327' max distance.
Arm: RH. INF-88 mph. Quick and shorter arm.
Defense: Presents the glove early, fundamental.
Vizual Edge: 74.56 Edge Score
Positional Profile: SS/RHP
Body: 6-2, 174-pounds. Longer body, leaner. High waisted, more room to add size.
Delivery: Solid tempo throughout the delivery, controlled.
Arm Action: RH. Quick, short arm.
FB: T83, 80-82 mph. Sink/arm side run. T2214, 2113 average rpm.
CB: 68-70 mph. 12/6 shape, late breaking action. T1933, 1881 average rpm.
CH: 76-76 mph. Dies at the plate, works down. T990, 990 average rpm.
ATH: 7.11 runner in the 60. 1.70 and 3.91 in the 10 and 30 yard splits. 24.50 max vertical.
Positional Profile: SS/RHP
Body: 6-2, 174-pounds. Longer body, leaner. High waisted, more room to add size.
Hit: RHH. Even set up in the stance. Small leg lift with a toe tap, works to the gaps. Developing strength at the plate. 64.9 mph bat speed with 18 G's of rotational acceleration.
Power: 87 max exit velocity, averaged 77.7 mph. 256' max distance.
Arm: RH. INF-84 mph. Quick arm, short. Present arm strength.
Defense: Fluid and clean when fielding. Athletic mover laterally.
ATH: 7.11 runner in the 60. 1.70 and 3.91 in the 10 and 30 yard splits. 24.50 max vertical.
Vizual Edge: 83.71 Edge Score
Positional Profile: SS/RHP
Body: 6-2, 171-pounds. Taller stature, higher waisted.
Delivery: Worked from the stretch, controlled down the mound.
Arm Action: RH. Shorter arm stroke, hides the ball from hitters very well.
FB: T81, 79-81 mph. Late arm side action, showed some downward tilt. T2260, 2069 average rpm.
CB: 68-69 mph. 11/5 shape with late depth. Commanded down in the zone. T2002, 1946 average rpm.
CH: 72-76 mph. Late arm side tumble into RH hitters. Slows the arm speed down a bit on the pitch. T1940, 1853 average rpm.
ATH: 7.41 runner in the 60. 1.98 and 4.23 in the 10 and 30 yard splits. 23.50 max vertical.
Positional Profile: SS/RHP
Body: 6-2, 171-pounds. Taller stature, higher waisted.
Hit: RHH. Feet begin balanced in the setup. Slower load of the hands. Showed slight tilt in the bat path with a mostly middle of the field approach. 66.9 mph bat speed with 15 G's of rotational acceleration.
Power: 86 max exit velocity, averaged 76.0 mph. 240' max distance.
Arm: RH. INF-85 mph. High 3/4 slot from a shorter arm stroke. Showed solid arm strength across the infield.
Defense: Glove is presented early, really clean actions. Looked really athletic on the ball to the glove side.
ATH: 7.41 runner in the 60. 1.98 and 4.23 in the 10 and 30 yard splits. 23.50 max vertical.