@GraysonBlack8 
21.8
Hand Speed (max)
9/24/22
CLASS OF 2023
2B
RHP
Grayson
Black
Palm Harbor University (HS) • FL
5' 11" • 175LBS
R/R • 20yr 9mo
Travel Team: TBT Swarm
Rankings
2023 National
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2023 State
Rankings available to Premium Subscriber
Commitment
Best Of Stats
66.5
Bat Speed (max)
5/26/22
18.1
Rot. Acc (max)
9/24/22
6
Hard Hit %
5/26/22
91.7
Exit Velocity (max)
5/26/22
80.7
Exit Velocity (avg)
9/24/22
308
Distance (max)
9/24/22
65
Sweet Spot %
6/09/21
7.21
60-yd
9/24/22
4.02
30-yd
9/24/22
1.73
10-yd
9/24/22
19.3
Run speed (max)
9/24/22
82
INF Velo
9/24/22
-
OF Velo
-
C Velo
-
Pop Time
Fastball
82.2
Velocity (max)
9/24/22
81.3 - 82.2
Velo Range
9/24/22
2195
Spin Rate (avg)
9/24/22
Changeup
70.8 - 70.9
Velo Range
5/26/22
1744
Spin Rate (avg)
12/12/21
Curveball
66.4 - 72.9
Velo Range
5/26/22
2011
Spin Rate (avg)
12/12/21
Slider
70 - 76
Velo Range
9/24/22
2275
Spin Rate (avg)
9/24/22
Positional Tools
2022
2021
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60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
7.37
Infield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an infield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
82.0
Power / Speed Score
A simple calculation that divides the athlete’s Exit Velocity Max by the athlete’s 60 Yard Dash time for the given event year. For example, 98 MPH / 7.00s = 14.00.
12.4
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
7.70
Infield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an infield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
74.0
Power / Speed Score
A simple calculation that divides the athlete’s Exit Velocity Max by the athlete’s 60 Yard Dash time for the given event year. For example, 98 MPH / 7.00s = 14.00.
11.0
Hitting
2022
2021
Exit Velocity Max
The highest exit velocity of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
91.7
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
80.0
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
308
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
175
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
15.0
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).
85.0
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
74.2
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
283
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
159
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
16.4
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.
2022 Senior State Games (Invite-Only)
Sep 24, 2022
Trackman - Hitting
87.6
Exit Velocity (max)
80.7
Exit Velocity (avg)
208
Distance (avg)
308
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Summer Kickoff - USF
May 26, 2022
Trackman - Hitting
91.7
Exit Velocity (max)
79.2
Exit Velocity (avg)
137
Distance (avg)
287
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Tampa Bay ID - Data Boost ($199 Winter Special)
Dec 12, 2021
Trackman - Hitting
85.0
Exit Velocity (max)
73.6
Exit Velocity (avg)
152
Distance (avg)
265
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Florida Underclass Games
Jun 9, 2021
Trackman - Hitting
81.6
Exit Velocity (max)
74.8
Exit Velocity (avg)
164
Distance (avg)
283
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Hitting
2022
2021
Hand Speed Max
The highest Peak Hand Speed of any swing in the given event year.
21.8
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
19.9
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
66.5
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
63.0
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.
20.4
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
19.5
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
62.1
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
60.7
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.
2022 Senior State Games (Invite-Only)
Sep 24, 2022
Blast - Hitting
21.8
Hand Speed (max)
19.3
Hand Speed (avg)
66.2
Bat Speed (max)
62.6
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Summer Kickoff - USF
May 26, 2022
Blast - Hitting
21.5
Hand Speed (max)
20.4
Hand Speed (avg)
66.5
Bat Speed (max)
63.3
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Tampa Bay ID - Data Boost ($199 Winter Special)
Dec 12, 2021
Blast - Hitting
20.4
Hand Speed (max)
19.5
Hand Speed (avg)
62.1
Bat Speed (max)
60.7
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Pitching
2022
2021
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
82.2
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
80.8
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).
2059
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.
25.4
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).
69.7
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).
1793
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).
70.9
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).
985
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).
72.8
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).
2275
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).
76.9
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
74.4
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).
1937
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.
26.0
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).
64.7
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).
1890
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).
69.1
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).
1744
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).
2022 Senior State Games (Invite-Only)
Sep 24, 2022
Trackman - Fastball
82.2
Velocity (max)
81.3 - 82.2
Velo Range
79.9
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,339
Spin Rate (max)
2,195
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Slider
76.8
Velocity (max)
69.9 - 75.7
Velo Range
70.8
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,322
Spin Rate (max)
2,275
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Summer Kickoff - USF
May 26, 2022
Trackman - Fastball
81.1
Velocity (max)
78.2 - 80.4
Velo Range
77.5
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,924
Spin Rate (max)
1,812
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Curveball
73.1
Velocity (max)
66.4 - 72.9
Velo Range
68.1
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,146
Spin Rate (max)
1,793
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - ChangeUp
70.9
Velocity (max)
70.8 - 70.9
Velo Range
68.8
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,117
Spin Rate (max)
985
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Tampa Bay ID - Data Boost ($199 Winter Special)
Dec 12, 2021
Trackman - Fastball
76.9
Velocity (max)
75.9 - 76.7
Velo Range
75.3
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,081
Spin Rate (max)
2,014
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Curveball
66.0
Velocity (max)
62.4 - 65.6
Velo Range
63.0
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,091
Spin Rate (max)
2,011
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - ChangeUp
69.2
Velocity (max)
69.0 - 69.2
Velo Range
67.7
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,036
Spin Rate (max)
1,744
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Florida Underclass Games
Jun 9, 2021
Trackman - Fastball
74.4
Velocity (max)
72.6 - 73.7
Velo Range
71.7
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,992
Spin Rate (max)
1,882
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Curveball
73.8
Velocity (max)
62.2 - 70.2
Velo Range
63.8
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,891
Spin Rate (max)
1,794
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Pitch Scores
2022
2021
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.
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
2022
2021
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
82.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
81.5
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).
77.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
74.8
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
64.5
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
69.0
Game Performance
2022
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.
4.02
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-60-yard time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
7.21
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.
2022 Senior State Games (Invite-Only)
Sep 24, 2022
Swift
1.73
10-yd
4.02
30-yd
7.21
60-yd
19.3
Run speed (max)
1.42
RSI (max)
1.42
RSI (avg)
1,582
Jump Power (max)
28.4
Jump Height (max)
28.4
Jump Height (avg)
Summer Kickoff - USF
May 26, 2022
Swift
1.83
10-yd
4.08
30-yd
7.37
60-yd
18.7
Run speed (max)
8.1
Run Speed (avg)
2.43
RSI (max)
2.38
RSI (avg)
1,600
Jump Power (max)
28.7
Jump Height (max)
28.1
Jump Height (avg)
Vizual Edge
2022
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.
71.24
Pitch Ai
2022
Arm Speed
The maximum speed, in the direction of home plate, that the wrist is traveling. Measured in meters per second (m/s)
Arm Slot
Angle of the forearm relative to the ground between maximum external rotation (MER) and ball release (BR). Which can be a powerful player comparison metric, delivered in degrees.
Knee Extension Velo
The angular velocity of the front knee straightening after foot plant, which provides indicators of velocity potential. Measured in degrees per second.
Deception
The amount of time that the ball is visible to the hitter, after the instant of front foot strike. Measures in milliseconds.
Hip-Shoulder Separation
The difference in angle of between the hips and shoulders, occurring close to the foot plant. Measured in degrees.
Summer Kickoff - USF
May 26, 2022
ProPlayAI - Foot Plant
Elbow Flexion (avg)
Shoulder Abduction (avg)
Hip Shoulder Seperation (avg)
ProPlayAI - MER
External Rotation (avg)
Stride Length (avg)
Horizontal Abduction (avg)
ProPlayAI - Release
Arm Speed (max)
Arm Speed (avg)
Knee Extension Velocity (max)
Knee Extension Velocity (avg)
Knee Flexion (avg)
Arm Slot (avg)
Lateral Trunk Tilt (avg)
Arm Path (avg)
Deception (avg)
Torque (avg)
Efficiency (avg)
Sequencing (avg)
Notes
News
- 2022 Senior State Games: West Analysis - Oct 20, 2022
- 2022 Senior State Games: Trackman Leaderboard - Sep 27, 2022
- 2022 Senior State Games: Statistical Analysis - Sep 26, 2022
- Summer Kickoff - USF: Player Analysis - Jun 16, 2022
- Summer Kickoff - USF: Statistical Analysis - May 28, 2022
- Tampa Bay Winter ID: Statistical Analysis - Dec 13, 2021
- Florida Underclass Games: Player Analysis - Jul 9, 2021
- Florida Underclass Games: Statistical Analysis - Jun 10, 2021
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Body: 5-11, 175-pounds. Lean, athletic frame.
Delivery: Athletic drop and drive delivery.
Arm Action: RH. Long, loose H3/4 action.
FB: T82.2, 81-82 mph. Natural armside run. T2339, 2195 average rpm.
SL: 70-76 mph. Gradual 10/4 break. T2322, 2275 average rpm.
Body: 5-11, 175-pounds. Lean, athletic frame.
Hits: RHH. Small leg kick. Gap to gap approach. Feel for the barrel.
Power: 88 max exit velocity, averaged 80.7 MPH. 308' max distance.
Arm: RH. INF-82 mph.Low 3/4 action.
Defense: Moves well laterally. Works under control with solid hands.
Run: 7.21 runner in the 60.
Positional Profile: RHP/2B
Body: 5-foot-11, 170-pounds. Lean, athletic frame
Defense: Controlled footwork, some choppiness.
Arm: RH. INF - 80 mph. 3/4 slot, average.
Hit: RHH. Slight open stance, balanced, with slight knee bend, hands at shoulders barrel up. Small stride forward, level bat path with fast hands, clears hips quickly, one handed finish.
Power: 91.7 mph exit velocity. Gap to gap with contact approach.
Run: 7.37 runner in the 60.
Delivery: Closed off stance out of the stretch, long in the back, stays balanced.
Arm Action: RH. Long arm action, high 3/4 arm slot.
FB: T81.1, 78-80 mph. Late arm side action, slight sink
CB: 66-72 mph. Slight gradual sweeping action.
CH: 70-71 mph. SPL grip, light diving action with some arm side movement, thrown for strikes.
5-foot-9, 150-pound lean sturdy build. Capable at the plate, the right-handed hitter recorded an exit velocity of 82 mph. Begins in a balanced tall stance with a smooth quick load, then uses a toe tap stride. Bat speed is efficient, displays a short level swing plane and level finish. He barreled up a few balls with some loud contact. Line drive approach. Capable in the infield, his best throw was registered at 74 mph; has choppy feet, a lengthy exchange, and consistent hands. Fields the ball out front, movements laterally were average. Using a long arm action, showed decent accuracy to the base from a high ¾ slot. In the 60-yard dash, he clocked a time of 7.82. On the mound, used a high ¾ arm angle and a long arm action while showing consistent arm speed. Drop-and-drive type pitcher and uses easy effort. He has in line shoulders with an athletic balance point. Lands closed with a falling off finish. Sat with his fastball at 73-74 mph; has a straight fastball that shows consistent command and gradual action. (Max spin 1991; Avg 1881). Has a tight curveball (62-66) that showed glove side command and sweeping action. (Max spin 1891; Avg 1793).