@BlakeNorton23 
81.3
Velocity (max)
7/12/22
CLASS OF 2023
RHP
OF
Blake
Norton
Salt Fork (HS) • IL
6' 3" • 195LBS
R/R • 20yr 5mo
Travel Team: Post 210 Speakers
Rankings
2023 National
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2023 State
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Commitment
Best Of Stats
Fastball
80.9 - 81.2
Velo Range
7/12/22
1799
Spin Rate (avg)
7/12/22
Changeup
78 - 80
Velo Range
7/12/22
1793
Spin Rate (avg)
7/12/22
Curveball
64 - 66
Velo Range
7/12/22
1700
Spin Rate (avg)
7/12/22
92.5
Exit Velocity (max)
7/12/22
83.5
Exit Velocity (avg)
7/12/22
344
Distance (max)
7/12/22
55
Sweet Spot %
7/12/22
21.6
Hand Speed (max)
7/12/22
72.7
Bat Speed (max)
7/12/22
7.8
Rot. Acc (max)
7/12/22
55
Hard Hit %
7/12/22
7.34
60-yd
7/12/22
-
30-yd
-
10-yd
-
Run speed (max)
-
INF Velo
88
OF Velo
7/12/22
-
C Velo
-
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Positional Tools
2022
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60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
7.34
Outfield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an outfield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
88.0
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.
12.6
Hitting
2022
Exit Velocity Max
The highest exit velocity of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
92.5
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
83.5
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
344
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
212
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
19.6
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.
Central Illinois Open
Jul 12, 2022
Trackman - Hitting
92.5
Exit Velocity (max)
83.5
Exit Velocity (avg)
212
Distance (avg)
344
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Hitting
2022
Hand Speed Max
The highest Peak Hand Speed of any swing in the given event year.
21.6
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.
72.7
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
71.1
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.
Central Illinois Open
Jul 12, 2022
Blast - Hitting
21.6
Hand Speed (max)
20.7
Hand Speed (avg)
72.7
Bat Speed (max)
71.1
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Pitching
2022
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
81.3
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
81.0
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).
1799
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.
22.2
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).
1700
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).
78.7
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).
1793
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).
Central Illinois Open
Jul 12, 2022
Trackman - Fastball
81.3
Velocity (max)
80.9 - 81.2
Velo Range
78.4
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,843
Spin Rate (max)
1,799
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Curveball
65.7
Velocity (max)
63.9 - 65.5
Velo Range
62.0
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,789
Spin Rate (max)
1,700
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - ChangeUp
79.5
Velocity (max)
77.5 - 79.5
Velo Range
76.5
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,812
Spin Rate (max)
1,793
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Pitch Scores
2022
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
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)
80.5
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
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
79.0
Game Performance
2022
Vertical Jump
A measure of any athlete's body strength and reach calculated from the flight time divided by the contact time.
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.
67.08
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.
Central Illinois Open
Jul 12, 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)
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The 6-foot-3, 195-pound uncommitted incoming senior started his day off with a quality BP round, staying on the barrel with gap-to-gap feel. Norton’s furthest batted ball traveled 344 feet - the highest mark of the entire event. He also tied for the hardest throw home from the outfield at 88 mph. His arm easily translated over to the mound, working up to 81 mph with a max IVB of 21.4, averaging 17.1. Also showing the ability to spin a 12/6 breaking ball at 64-65 mph and a downer changeup at 77-79 mph.
Positional Profile: RHP
Body: 6-3, 195-pounds. Strong frame.
Delivery: Controlled tempo into balance point, drives off back-knee down the mound, drop/drive lower-half, slight cross-fire stride, lands square.
Arm Action: RH. Long out of the glove into an over-the-top slot.
FB: T81.3, 81-81 mph. Slight ASR, tilt through the zone. T1843, 1799 average rpm.
CB: 64-65 mph. 12/6 shape with depth, flashed sharp action. T1789, 1700 average rpm.
CH: 77-80 mph. Plays with downward action through the zone. T1812, 1793 average rpm.
Hit: RHH. Tall stance with some knee bend, hands work back in rhythm, short stride, controlled aggression. Compact swing, stays on plane, uphill through the zone, gap-to-gap approach and strength through contact.
Power: 92 max exit velocity, averaged 83.5 mph. 344’ max distance.
Arm: RH. OF - 88 mph. Long, full arm circle, plays quick and from a high 3/4 to over-the-top slot.
Defense: Plays light on his feet, attacks the baseball and plays through with occasional length through release.
Run: 7.34 runner in the 60.