@kalethorson6 
23.9
Hand Speed (max)
5/29/25
CLASS OF 2026
3B
SS
Kale
Thorson
Red Mountain (HS) • AZ
5' 11" • 163.1LBS
R/R • 18yr 5mo
Travel Team: Hit Dogs Academy
5' 11" • 163.1LBSR/R • 18yr 5mo
Travel Team: Hit Dogs Academy
Rankings
2026 National
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2026 State
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Commitment
Best Of Stats
78.9
Bat Speed (max)
12/07/25
16.6
Rot. Acc (max)
5/29/25
67
Hard Hit %
2/08/26
97.9
Exit Velocity (max)
6/03/25
89.8
Exit Velocity (avg)
2/08/26
350
Distance (max)
12/07/25
75
Sweet Spot %
12/07/25
7.15
60-yd
5/29/25
3.88
30-yd
6/03/25
1.68
10-yd
6/03/25
19.6
Run speed (max)
5/29/25
92
INF Velo
2/08/26
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Positional Tools
2026
2025
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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).
92.0
Infield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an infield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
91.0
Hitting
2026
2025
Exit Velocity Max
The highest exit velocity of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
96.8
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
89.8
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
346
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
215
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
15.0301
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).
97.9
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
86.1
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
350
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
224
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
22.4588
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.
Preseason All-State: Upperclass (Invite-Only)
Feb 8, 2026
Trackman - Hitting
96.8
Exit Velocity (max)
89.8
Exit Velocity (avg)
215
Distance (avg)
346
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Tempe Fall ID
Dec 7, 2025
Trackman - Hitting
95.9
Exit Velocity (max)
85.7
Exit Velocity (avg)
272
Distance (avg)
350
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Top Prospect Games: Class of 2026 (Invite-Only)
Jun 3, 2025
Trackman - Hitting
97.9
Exit Velocity (max)
89.3
Exit Velocity (avg)
193
Distance (avg)
344
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Mesa Summer ID
May 29, 2025
Trackman - Hitting
97.1
Exit Velocity (max)
82.7
Exit Velocity (avg)
210
Distance (avg)
332
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Hitting
2026
2025
Hand Speed Max
The highest Peak Hand Speed of any swing in the given event year.
20.8
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
20.1
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
68.5
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
66.0
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.
23.9
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.
78.9
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
69.9
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.
Preseason All-State: Upperclass (Invite-Only)
Feb 8, 2026
Blast - Hitting
20.8
Hand Speed (max)
20.1
Hand Speed (avg)
68.5
Bat Speed (max)
66.0
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Tempe Fall ID
Dec 7, 2025
Blast - Hitting
21.0
Hand Speed (max)
20.0
Hand Speed (avg)
78.9
Bat Speed (max)
74.5
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Top Prospect Games: Class of 2026 (Invite-Only)
Jun 3, 2025
Blast - Hitting
22.8
Hand Speed (max)
21.7
Hand Speed (avg)
71.5
Bat Speed (max)
68.6
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Mesa Summer ID
May 29, 2025
Blast - Hitting
23.9
Hand Speed (max)
22.9
Hand Speed (avg)
72.1
Bat Speed (max)
67.8
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Pitching
Pitch Scores
Pitching Velos
Game Performance
2026
2025
10 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-10-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
1.73
30 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-30-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
3.98
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-60-yard time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
7.19
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.
1.68
30 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-30-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
3.88
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-60-yard time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
7.15
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.
Preseason All-State: Upperclass (Invite-Only)
Feb 8, 2026
Vald
1.73
10-yd
3.98
30-yd
7.19
60-yd
19.1
Run speed (max)
1.96
RSI (max)
19.6
Jump Height (max)
Tempe Fall ID
Dec 7, 2025
Vald
1.72
10-yd
3.98
30-yd
7.17
60-yd
19.2
Run speed (max)
2.14
RSI (max)
15.6
Jump Height (max)
Top Prospect Games: Class of 2026 (Invite-Only)
Jun 3, 2025
Vald
1.68
10-yd
3.88
30-yd
7.17
60-yd
18.6
Run speed (max)
1.62
RSI (max)
17.7
Jump Height (max)
Mesa Summer ID
May 29, 2025
Vald
1.74
10-yd
3.99
30-yd
7.15
60-yd
19.6
Run speed (max)
1.50
RSI (max)
19.0
Jump Height (max)
Vizual Edge
2026
2025
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.
78.31
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.
78.9
Pitch Ai
Notes
News
- Arizona Class of 2026: Spring Rankings Update - Feb 16, 2026
- Preseason All-State Upperclass: Quick Hits (2/8) - Feb 13, 2026
- Tempe Fall ID: Quick Hits (12/7) - Dec 8, 2025
- Inside the Arizona Class of 2026 Rankings: Newcomers 8/29 - Aug 29, 2025
- Arizona Top Prospect Games: Quick Hits (2026's) - Jun 5, 2025
- Mesa Summer ID: Positional Data Dive - Jun 3, 2025
- Mesa Summer ID: Statistical Analysis - May 29, 2025
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Physical
2026
2025
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/SS
Body: 5-11, 163-pounds.
Hit: RHH. Balanced setup with bend in the knees and upright posture. Maintains good posture throughout the swing. Flat to slight uphill path. Stays on plane with good direction through the middle of the field. Line drive approach with gap to gap ability. Quick hands with good bat to ball skills and the ability to adjust and turn on the ball. Decent lower half use. 66 mph bat speed with 8 G's of rotational acceleration.
Power: 97 max exit velocity, averaged 89.8 mph. 346' max distance.
Arm: RH. INF-92 mph. Short arm action with throws that show carry across the diamond. Transfer and release are clean, allowing for accurate throws while maintaining balance and rhythm through the target.
Defense: Clean, controlled actions with a solid address. Moves through the baseball efficiently with good rhythm and timing. Glove work and footwork are reliable and repeatable, reflecting plus defensive instincts.
ATH: 7.19 runner in the 60. 1.73 and 3.98 in the 10 and 30 yard splits. 19.60 max vertical.
Vizual Edge: 78.31 Edge Score
Positional Profile: SS/3B
Body: 5-10, 179-pounds.
Hit: RHH. Slightly closed stance at shoulder width with hands relaxed near the ear, giving him a strong and compact starting position. Strides closed with a flat path and firm posture, taking aggressive yet controlled swings while working the middle of the field with consistency. 74.5 mph bat speed with 10 G's of rotational acceleration.
Power: 96 max exit velocity, averaged 85.7 mph. 350' max distance.
Arm: RH. INF-87 mph. Clean, quick arm action with carry across the diamond, keeping throws firm and on line with consistent accuracy.
Defense: Smooth, rhythmic infielder who works around the ball with quick hands and feet, showing advanced actions and natural feel for staying in tempo through the play.
Vizual Edge: 72.09 Edge Score
Positional Profile: SS/3B
Body: 5-10, 181-pounds.
Hit: RHH. Wide stance. In legs, slightly closed off. Simple up and down stride. Hands held above shoulder. Short quick swing. Produced high rate of back spin line drive contact. Wants to get out front.
Arm: RH. INF-91 mph.
Defense: Does a good job working through the baseball. Feet work well. Soft hands.
Positional Profile: SS/3B
Body: 6-1, 172-pounds.
Hit: RHH. Wide stance, simple, not a lot of moving parts. Flat attack angle. Has power, can get on the front side early at times. When he stays behind the baseball it's good. 67.8 mph bat speed with 13 G's of rotational acceleration.
Power: 97 max exit velocity, averaged 82.7 mph. 332' max distance.
Arm: RH. INF-83 mph.
ATH: 7.15 runner in the 60. 1.74 and 3.99 in the 10 and 30 yard splits. 19.00 max vertical.
Vizual Edge: 62.88 Edge Score