@Matthewdrinkwat 23.5
Hand Speed (max)
10/27/24
CLASS OF 2026
3B
RHP
Matthew
Drinkwater
James Clemens (HS) • AL
6' 0" • 192.5LBS
R/R • 17yr 2mo
Travel Team: Vipers Baseball Academy
6' 0" • 192.5LBSR/R • 17yr 2mo
Travel Team: Vipers Baseball Academy
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Best Of Stats
74.1
Bat Speed (max)
1/18/25
24.6
Rot. Acc (max)
10/27/24
73
Hard Hit %
10/27/24
97.7
Exit Velocity (max)
1/18/25
92
Exit Velocity (avg)
1/18/25
349
Distance (max)
1/18/25
63
Sweet Spot %
6/18/24
7.09
60-yd
10/27/24
3.95
30-yd
6/18/24
1.69
10-yd
6/18/24
19.7
Run speed (max)
10/27/24
90
INF Velo
1/18/25
-
OF Velo
-
C Velo
-
Pop Time
Fastball
87
Velocity (max)
1/18/25
84.8 - 86.2
Velo Range
1/18/25
2450
Spin Rate (avg)
1/18/25
Changeup
81.3 - 82
Velo Range
10/27/24
1815
Spin Rate (avg)
1/18/25
Curveball
71 - 75
Velo Range
1/18/25
2246
Spin Rate (avg)
10/27/24
Slider
79 - 81
Velo Range
10/27/24
2445
Spin Rate (avg)
10/27/24
Positional Tools
2025
2024
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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).
90.0
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
Hitting
2025
2024
Exit Velocity Max
The highest exit velocity of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
97.7
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
92.0
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
349
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
197
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
11.8044
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).
97.7
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
82.7
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
304
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
155
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
16.251
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 Preseason All-State (Invite-Only)
Jan 18, 2025
Trackman - Hitting
97.7
Exit Velocity (max)
92.0
Exit Velocity (avg)
197
Distance (avg)
349
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
North Alabama Fall ID
Oct 27, 2024
Trackman - Hitting
97.7
Exit Velocity (max)
89.8
Exit Velocity (avg)
127
Distance (avg)
304
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Yellowhammer State Games (Invite-Only)
Jun 18, 2024
Trackman - Hitting
88.1
Exit Velocity (max)
76.6
Exit Velocity (avg)
202
Distance (avg)
271
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Vipers Scout Day
May 28, 2024
Trackman - Hitting
89.1
Exit Velocity (max)
78.7
Exit Velocity (avg)
145
Distance (avg)
254
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Hitting
2025
2024
Hand Speed Max
The highest Peak Hand Speed of any swing in the given event year.
23.3
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
22.8
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
74.1
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.
23.5
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
21.7
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
68.6
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
64.4
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.
North Alabama Preseason All-State (Invite-Only)
Jan 18, 2025
Blast - Hitting
23.3
Hand Speed (max)
22.8
Hand Speed (avg)
74.1
Bat Speed (max)
70.5
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
North Alabama Fall ID
Oct 27, 2024
Blast - Hitting
23.5
Hand Speed (max)
22.7
Hand Speed (avg)
68.6
Bat Speed (max)
67.3
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Yellowhammer State Games (Invite-Only)
Jun 18, 2024
Blast - Hitting
21.4
Hand Speed (max)
20.6
Hand Speed (avg)
64.8
Bat Speed (max)
61.5
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Pitching
2025
2024
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
86.6
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
85.5
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).
2450
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.
28.7
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).
72.7
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).
2041
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).
79.8
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).
1815
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).
Slider
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
73.4
Slider
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).
2313
Slider
Total Movement Avg
The average total non-gravity movement for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in inches (in).
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
85.9
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
82.5
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).
2281
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.
27.7
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).
70.2
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).
2041
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).
77.8
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).
1714
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).
Slider
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
79.9
Slider
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).
2445
Slider
Total Movement Avg
The average total non-gravity movement for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in inches (in).
North Alabama Preseason All-State (Invite-Only)
Jan 18, 2025
Trackman - Fastball
86.6
Velocity (max)
84.8 - 86.2
Velo Range
84.8
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,527
Spin Rate (max)
2,450
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
75.1
Velocity (max)
70.9 - 74.7
Velo Range
70.3
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,337
Spin Rate (max)
2,041
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Trackman - Slider
73.4
Velocity (max)
72.1
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,313
Spin Rate (max)
2,313
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
80.0
Velocity (max)
79.7 - 80.0
Velo Range
78.2
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,865
Spin Rate (max)
1,815
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
North Alabama Fall ID
Oct 27, 2024
Trackman - Fastball
85.9
Velocity (max)
84.5 - 85.6
Velo Range
84.8
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,445
Spin Rate (max)
2,354
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
74.9
Velocity (max)
74.8 - 74.9
Velo Range
73.8
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,270
Spin Rate (max)
2,246
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Slider
80.9
Velocity (max)
78.9 - 80.9
Velo Range
80.0
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,445
Spin Rate (max)
2,445
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Trackman - ChangeUp
82.0
Velocity (max)
81.3 - 82.0
Velo Range
80.7
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,820
Spin Rate (max)
1,778
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Yellowhammer State Games (Invite-Only)
Jun 18, 2024
Trackman - Fastball
82.9
Velocity (max)
81.0 - 82.3
Velo Range
80.8
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,448
Spin Rate (max)
2,257
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
71.3
Velocity (max)
68.2 - 70.6
Velo Range
67.1
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,141
Spin Rate (max)
2,007
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
77.7
Velocity (max)
75.7 - 77.2
Velo Range
74.7
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,794
Spin Rate (max)
1,693
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
Pitching Velos
2025
2024
2023
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
87.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
85.5
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
73.0
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
80.0
Slider
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
73.0
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
86.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
82.3
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
71.7
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
78.5
Slider
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
80.0
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
81.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
79.5
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
67.5
Game Performance
2024
10 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-10-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
1.69
30 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-30-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
3.95
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
Oct 27, 2024
Swift
1.73
10-yd
3.97
30-yd
7.09
60-yd
19.7
Run speed (max)
2.31
RSI (max)
26.4
Jump Height (max)
Yellowhammer State Games (Invite-Only)
Jun 18, 2024
Swift
1.69
10-yd
3.95
30-yd
7.11
60-yd
19.4
Run speed (max)
2.09
RSI (max)
26.9
Jump Height (max)
2025
10 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-10-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
1.75
30 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-30-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
4.02
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.
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.
77.21
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.
70.66
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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: 3B/RHP
Body: 6-0, 193-pounds. Proportional throughout, athletic.
Delivery: Athletic delivery. Easy actions down the mound.
Arm Action: RH. Longer arm stroke from a high 3/4 slot.
FB: T87, 85-86 mph. Creates some tilt, commanded down in the zone. T2527, 2450 average rpm.
CB: 71-75 mph. Late action, tight spin. Located well to the gloveside. T2337, 2041 average rpm.
SL: 73-73 mph. Well shaped with sharp, late bite. T2313, 2313 average rpm.
CH: 80-80 mph. Spradic movemnet but solid feel and deception out of the hand. T1865, 1815 average rpm.
Positional Profile: 3B/RHP
Body: 6-0, 193-pounds. Proportional throughout, athletic.
Hit: RHH. Small leg kick trigger. Balanced stance. Slight uphill bat path, impressive round. Hammered balls to both gaps. 70.5 mph bat speed with 19 G's of rotational acceleration.
Power: 98 max exit velocity, averaged 92.0 mph. 349' max distance.
Arm: RH. INF-90 mph. Athletic arm, lower arm slot.
Defense: Clean when fielding, moves well.
Vizual Edge: 77.21 Edge Score
Positional Profile: 3B/RHP
Body: 6-0, 181-pounds. Proportional frame throughout.
Delivery: Worked mainly from the stretch.
Arm Action: RH. Loose arm, athletic. Higher 3/4 slot.
FB: T86, 85-86 mph. Pounds the zone, arm side run. Works down. T2445, 2354 average rpm.
CB: 75-75 mph. 11/5 shape, later action. T2270, 2246 average rpm.
SL: 79-81 mph. Tight spin, down. T2445, 2445 average rpm.
CH: 81-82 mph. Late bite, down. Shows feel. T1820, 1778 average rpm.
ATH: 7.09 runner in the 60. 1.73 and 3.97 in the 10 and 30 yard splits. 26.40 max vertical.
Positional Profile: 3B/RHP
Body: 6-0, 181-pounds. Proportional frame throughout.
Hit: RHH. Even stance, rhythm with the hands. Quick on the front side with small leg lift. Easy juice to middle of the field. Several liners during BP round. 67.3 mph bat speed with 21 G's of rotational acceleration.
Power: 98 max exit velocity, averaged 89.8 mph. 304' max distance.
Arm: RH. INF-88 mph. Lower arm, athletic.
Defense: Clean when fielding, smooth actions.
ATH: 7.09 runner in the 60. 1.73 and 3.97 in the 10 and 30 yard splits. 26.40 max vertical.
Vizual Edge: 67.1 Edge Score
Positional Profile: 3B/RHP
Body: 6-0, 164-pounds. Long limbed, leaner and athletic.
Delivery: Works primarily from the stretch, clean delivery.
Arm Action: RH. Higher arm action, nearly over the top.
FB: T83, 81-82 mph. Occasional cut, works to the outer half against RHH's well. Plays down in the zone. T2448, 2257 average rpm.
CB: 68-71 mph. Big breaker, 11/5 shape. Depth. T2141, 2007 average rpm.
CH: 76-77 mph. Arm side fade. T1794, 1693 average rpm.
ATH: 7.11 runner in the 60. 1.69 and 3.95 in the 10 and 30 yard splits. 26.90 max vertical.
Positional Profile: 3B/RHP
Body: 6-0, 164-pounds. Long limbed, leaner and athletic.
Hit: RHH. Toe-tap trigger, slightly crouched stance. Solid barrel disciple, can spary balls to all fields. 61.5 mph bat speed with 13 G's of rotational acceleration.
Power: 88 max exit velocity, averaged 76.6 mph. 271' max distance.
Arm: RH. INF-83 mph. Present arm strength, athletic arm.
Defense: Smooth, athletic actions. Clean.
ATH: 7.11 runner in the 60. 1.69 and 3.95 in the 10 and 30 yard splits. 26.90 max vertical.