@jbbbb_upton 
23.6
Hand Speed (max)
7/23/25
CLASS OF 2027
SS
OF
JB
Upton
Auburn (HS) • AL
6' 0" • 184.1LBS
• 16yr 10mo
Travel Team: Artillery Baseball 2027 Scout
6' 0" • 184.1LBS• 16yr 10mo
Travel Team: Artillery Baseball 2027 Scout
Rankings
2027 National
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2027 State
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Commitment
Best Of Stats
89.9
Bat Speed (max)
10/14/23
23.9
Rot. Acc (max)
10/14/23
58
Hard Hit %
1/18/25
99.5
Exit Velocity (max)
7/23/25
90.3
Exit Velocity (avg)
1/18/25
387
Distance (max)
6/18/24
75
Sweet Spot %
1/18/25
6.79
60-yd
7/23/25
3.85
30-yd
7/23/25
1.68
10-yd
7/23/25
21.3
Run speed (max)
7/23/25
87
INF Velo
1/18/25
85
OF Velo
1/18/25
-
C Velo
-
Pop Time
Fastball
84
Velocity (max)
6/17/25
81 - 83
Velo Range
6/17/25
2117
Spin Rate (avg)
6/17/25
Changeup
73 - 77
Velo Range
6/17/25
1582
Spin Rate (avg)
6/17/25
Curveball
71 - 73
Velo Range
6/17/25
1788
Spin Rate (avg)
6/17/25
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).
87.0
Outfield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an outfield 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).
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).
80.0
Outfield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an outfield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
83.0
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).
99.5
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
89.0
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
384
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
242
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
26.3696
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).
99.4
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
89.0
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
387
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
262
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
26.1469
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).
93.8
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
84.9
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
358
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
226
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
28.7957
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.
Future Games (Class of 2027)
Jul 23, 2025
Trackman - Hitting
99.5
Exit Velocity (max)
87.6
Exit Velocity (avg)
272
Distance (avg)
350
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Yellowhammer State Games (Invite-Only)
Jun 17, 2025
Trackman - Hitting
97.5
Exit Velocity (max)
88.5
Exit Velocity (avg)
232
Distance (avg)
384
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
North Alabama Preseason All-State (Invite-Only)
Jan 18, 2025
Trackman - Hitting
99.0
Exit Velocity (max)
90.3
Exit Velocity (avg)
236
Distance (avg)
351
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Yellowhammer State Games (Invite-Only)
Jun 18, 2024
Trackman - Hitting
99.4
Exit Velocity (max)
89.0
Exit Velocity (avg)
262
Distance (avg)
387
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Barrel %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
2023 AL/MS Border Battle
Oct 14, 2023
Trackman - Hitting
93.8
Exit Velocity (max)
84.9
Exit Velocity (avg)
226
Distance (avg)
358
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Hitting
2025
2024
2023
Hand Speed Max
The highest Peak Hand Speed of any swing in the given event year.
23.6
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
20.7
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
75.6
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
69.5
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.
20.9
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
19.2
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
74.0
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
70.5
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.
21.4
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
20.0
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
89.9
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
73.4
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.
Future Games (Class of 2027)
Jul 23, 2025
Blast - Hitting
23.6
Hand Speed (max)
21.0
Hand Speed (avg)
74.6
Bat Speed (max)
67.8
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Yellowhammer State Games (Invite-Only)
Jun 17, 2025
Blast - Hitting
21.6
Hand Speed (max)
20.9
Hand Speed (avg)
75.0
Bat Speed (max)
70.8
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
21.2
Hand Speed (max)
20.2
Hand Speed (avg)
75.6
Bat Speed (max)
69.6
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Yellowhammer State Games (Invite-Only)
Jun 18, 2024
Blast - Hitting
20.9
Hand Speed (max)
19.2
Hand Speed (avg)
74.0
Bat Speed (max)
70.5
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
2023 AL/MS Border Battle
Oct 14, 2023
Blast - Hitting
21.4
Hand Speed (max)
20.0
Hand Speed (avg)
89.9
Bat Speed (max)
73.4
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Pitching
2025
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
83.6
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
82.0
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).
2117
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.
25.8
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).
71.8
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).
1788
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).
74.8
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).
1582
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).
Yellowhammer State Games (Invite-Only)
Jun 17, 2025
Trackman - Fastball
83.6
Velocity (max)
81.0 - 82.9
Velo Range
80.2
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,232
Spin Rate (max)
2,117
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
72.7
Velocity (max)
70.9 - 72.7
Velo Range
69.2
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,969
Spin Rate (max)
1,788
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
77.0
Velocity (max)
72.8 - 76.8
Velo Range
72.5
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,930
Spin Rate (max)
1,582
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
2025
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
2025
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
84.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
82.0
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
72.0
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
Game Performance
2024
2023
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.
3.87
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-60-yard time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
6.86
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.
10 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-10-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
1.85
30 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-30-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
4.03
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-60-yard time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
7.08
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.
Yellowhammer State Games (Invite-Only)
Jun 18, 2024
Swift
1.71
10-yd
3.87
30-yd
6.86
60-yd
20.5
Run speed (max)
1.86
RSI (max)
28.2
Jump Height (max)
2023 AL/MS Border Battle
Oct 14, 2023
Swift
1.85
10-yd
4.03
30-yd
7.08
60-yd
20.1
Run speed (max)
1.35
RSI (max)
29.1
Jump Height (max)
21.6
Jump Height (avg)
2025
10 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-10-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
1.72
30 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-30-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
3.92
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-60-yard time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
6.79
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.
Future Games (Class of 2027)
Jul 23, 2025
Vald
1.68
10-yd
3.85
30-yd
6.79
60-yd
21.3
Run speed (max)
1.95
RSI (max)
25.4
Jump Height (max)
Yellowhammer State Games (Invite-Only)
Jun 17, 2025
Vald
1.72
10-yd
3.89
30-yd
6.83
60-yd
20.9
Run speed (max)
1.39
RSI (max)
25.1
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.
82.58
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.
81.84
Pitch Ai
Notes
News
- Updated Class of 2027 Alabama Rankings - Sep 8, 2025
- 2025 Future Games: Alabama Quick Hits, Middle Infielders - Jul 31, 2025
- PB Alabama Scout Blog: Week 3 Games - Mar 9, 2025
- Updated Class of 2027 Alabama Rankings - Feb 5, 2025
- North AL Preseason All-State: Quick Hits, Infielders - Jan 21, 2025
- Yellowhammer State Games: Quick Hits, Infielders - Jun 22, 2024
- Initial 2027 Overall Rankings Release - Dec 20, 2023
- Alabama Class of 2027 Rankings: Official Release - Dec 18, 2023
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Physical
2025
2024
2023
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.
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/OF
Body: 5-10, 182-pounds. Athletic frame, physicality throughout.
Delivery: Hybrid set, quicker tempo. Moves well.
Arm Action: RH. Shorter, quick arm action from the ear.
FB: T84, 81-83 mph. Arm side action, works to the lower parts of the zone. T2232, 2117 average rpm.
CB: 71-73 mph. 11/5 spin, lands for strikes with feel. T1969, 1788 average rpm.
CH: 73-77 mph. Arm side fade. T1930, 1582 average rpm.
ATH: 6.83 runner in the 60. 1.72 and 3.89 in the 10 and 30 yard splits. 25.10 max vertical.
Positional Profile: SS/OF
Body: 5-10, 182-pounds. Athletic frame, physicality throughout.
Hit: SH. Even, athletic setup. Simple stride for timing. On-time. Easy juice to all fields and impacts it well. Gap-to-gap approach and direct to contact. Advanced hitter.
Power: 97 max exit velocity, averaged 88.5 mph. 384' max distance.
Arm: RH. INF-87 mph. High 3/4 slot.
Defense: Moves well laterally. Solid and natural actions with the glove.
ATH: 6.83 runner in the 60. 1.72 and 3.89 in the 10 and 30 yard splits. 25.10 max vertical.
Vizual Edge: 81.45 Edge Score
Positional Profile: SS/OF
Body: 5-10, 183-pounds. Strong base, physical. Athletic and lean.
Hit: SH. Small toe tap from a simple setup. Hands work well inside contact. Stays short and through contact with liners to both gaps. 69.6 mph bat speed with 18 G's of rotational acceleration.
Power: 99 max exit velocity, averaged 90.3 mph. 351' max distance.
Arm: RH. INF-87 mph. OF-85 mph. Athletic arm.
Defense: Moves well up the middle, fields clean. OF- fluid footwork, works well though the ball.
Vizual Edge: 82.58 Edge Score
Positional Profile: SS/OF
Body: 5-10, 184-pounds. Lean, athletic. Can continue to add size to the frame.
Hit: SH. Balanced setup with the feet. Tilted path with the barrel, big time bat speed. Lasers to the pullside. 70.5 mph bat speed with 19 G's of rotational acceleration.
Power: 99 max exit velocity, averaged 89.0 mph. 387' max distance.
Arm: RH. INF-85 mph. Present arm strength, accurate.
Defense: Smooth with the glove, clean actions up the middle.
ATH: 6.86 runner in the 60. 1.71 and 3.87 in the 10 and 30 yard splits. 28.20 max vertical.
Positional Profile: SS/OF
Body: 5-10, 180-pounds. Proportional, athletic frame. Athleticism throughout.
Hit: SH. Narrow, taller stance. Creates a ton of whip through the zone. Solid extension and carry off the bat. Tilted bat path. 73.4 mph bat speed with 18 G's of rotational acceleration.
Power: 94 max exit velocity, averaged 84.9 mph. 358' max distance.
Arm: RH. INF-80 mph. OF-83 mph. Higher 3/4 slot, ball stays on line.
Defense: Really works through the ball well.
ATH: 7.08 runner in the 60. 1.85 and 4.03 in the 10 and 30 yard splits. 29.10 max vertical.