@Jaidenponce2026 24
Hand Speed (max)
2/09/25
CLASS OF 2026
OF
RHP
Jaiden
Ponce
St Ignatius (HS) • IL
6' 0" • 175.1LBS
R/R • 17yr 7mo
Travel Team: Elite Baseball Training
6' 0" • 175.1LBSR/R • 17yr 7mo
Travel Team: Elite Baseball Training
Rankings
2026 National
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Best Of Stats
75.6
Bat Speed (max)
2/09/25
29.4
Rot. Acc (max)
2/09/25
67
Hard Hit %
8/05/25
99.7
Exit Velocity (max)
2/09/25
93.1
Exit Velocity (avg)
2/09/25
373
Distance (max)
2/09/25
78
Sweet Spot %
2/04/23
6.94
60-yd
2/09/25
3.82
30-yd
2/09/25
1.66
10-yd
8/05/25
19.6
Run speed (max)
2/09/25
-
INF Velo
93
OF Velo
2/09/25
-
C Velo
-
Pop Time
Fastball
91
Velocity (max)
2/09/25
84 - 91
Velo Range
2/09/25
2659
Spin Rate (avg)
2/09/25
Changeup
82.6 - 86.2
Velo Range
2/09/25
1796
Spin Rate (avg)
2/09/25
Curveball
75.9 - 82.2
Velo Range
2/09/25
2679
Spin Rate (avg)
2/09/25
Positional Tools
2025
2023
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60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
6.94
Outfield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an outfield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
93.0
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.
14.4
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
7.85
Outfield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an outfield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
76.0
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.
10.6
Hitting
2025
2023
Exit Velocity Max
The highest exit velocity of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
99.7
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
92.7
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
373
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.
16.2802
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).
82.9
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
66.3
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
291
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
195
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
35.1817
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.
Illinois State Games (Invite-Only)
Aug 5, 2025
Trackman - Hitting
97.1
Exit Velocity (max)
92.3
Exit Velocity (avg)
170
Distance (avg)
329
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
O'Hare Preseason ID
Feb 9, 2025
Trackman - Hitting
99.7
Exit Velocity (max)
93.1
Exit Velocity (avg)
255
Distance (avg)
373
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Aurora Preseason ID
Feb 4, 2023
Trackman - Hitting
82.9
Exit Velocity (max)
66.3
Exit Velocity (avg)
195
Distance (avg)
291
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Hitting
2025
2023
Hand Speed Max
The highest Peak Hand Speed of any swing in the given event year.
24.0
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
22.5
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.
71.3
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.
22.8
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
21.1
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
70.8
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
67.4
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.
Illinois State Games (Invite-Only)
Aug 5, 2025
Blast - Hitting
22.7
Hand Speed (max)
21.6
Hand Speed (avg)
72.4
Bat Speed (max)
68.5
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
O'Hare Preseason ID
Feb 9, 2025
Blast - Hitting
24.0
Hand Speed (max)
23.2
Hand Speed (avg)
75.6
Bat Speed (max)
73.6
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Aurora Preseason ID
Feb 4, 2023
Blast - Hitting
22.8
Hand Speed (max)
21.1
Hand Speed (avg)
70.8
Bat Speed (max)
67.4
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).
90.5
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
86.6
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).
2536
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.
29.3
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).
79.1
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).
2178
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).
84.4
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).
1796
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).
Illinois State Games (Invite-Only)
Aug 5, 2025
Trackman - Fastball
89.2
Velocity (max)
84.9 - 87.8
Velo Range
87.8
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,700
Spin Rate (max)
2,504
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
81.6
Velocity (max)
77.5 - 80.9
Velo Range
79.7
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,489
Spin Rate (max)
2,028
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
O'Hare Preseason ID
Feb 9, 2025
Trackman - Fastball
90.5
Velocity (max)
84.3 - 90.5
Velo Range
87.5
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,825
Spin Rate (max)
2,659
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
82.9
Velocity (max)
75.9 - 82.2
Velo Range
77.8
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,719
Spin Rate (max)
2,679
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Trackman - ChangeUp
87.5
Velocity (max)
82.6 - 86.2
Velo Range
84.5
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,958
Spin Rate (max)
1,796
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
Pitching Velos
2025
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
91.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
87.0
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
79.2
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
84.5
Game Performance
2023
10 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-10-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
1.86
30 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-30-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
4.29
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-60-yard time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
7.85
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.
Aurora Preseason ID
Feb 4, 2023
Swift
1.86
10-yd
4.29
30-yd
7.85
60-yd
17.2
Run speed (max)
0.99
RSI (max)
1.50
RSI (avg)
1,022
Jump Power (max)
23.6
Jump Height (max)
23.4
Jump Height (avg)
2025
10 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-10-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
1.66
30 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-30-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
3.96
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-60-yard time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
7.26
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.
Illinois State Games (Invite-Only)
Aug 5, 2025
Vald
1.66
10-yd
3.96
30-yd
7.27
60-yd
18.6
Run speed (max)
1.92
RSI (max)
24.1
Jump Height (max)
O'Hare Preseason ID
Feb 9, 2025
Vald
1.67
10-yd
3.82
30-yd
6.94
60-yd
19.6
Run speed (max)
1.97
RSI (max)
19.4
Jump Height (max)
Vizual Edge
2025
2023
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.
85.77
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.
75.04
Pitch Ai
Notes
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Physical
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.
RHP/OF Jaiden Ponce (St. Ignatius, 2026) would show an intriguing profile throughout the event with athleticism and strength that consistently showed up on both sides of the ball. Showed lively stuff on the mound with an upper-80s fastball with up to 2700 rpm (2504 rpm avg.) and a tight breaking 78-81 mph curveball. An explosive mover on the mound with a quick arm, Ponce showed developing feel for the zone while working a 3/4s release. Also, had a quality round of batting practice, producing a max exit velocity of 97.1 mph and an average of 92.3 mph while presenting a line-drive oriented right-handed bat and pull-side tendencies. In gameplay, he showed an aggressive approach with a developing feel for the barrel. Showed a strong arm during the workout with a 91 mph outfield velo via a shuffle. Athletic 6-foot, 175-pound frame.
Positional Profile: OF/RHP
Body: 5-11.8, 175.1-pounds. Athletic, proportionate frame with present strength.
Hit: RHH. Wider base, simple and minimal stride. Strong hands, on the barrel pull-side, line drive approach, creates some length through the zone. 68.5 mph bat speed with 19g of rotational acceleration.
Power: 97 mph max exit velocity (92.3 avg.); 329-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. OF - 91 mph. Full arm action, 3/4 slot.
Defense: Attacks the baseball, plays through the baseball, shuffle to throw.
Athletic Testing: 7.27 runner in the 60-yard dash; 24.10-inch max vertical jump.
Vizual Edge: 85.77 Edge Score.
Delivery: Stays tall on the mound, explosive over front side, lands in-line.
Arm Action: RH. Loose and quick arm, 3/4 slot.
FB: T89, 85-88 mph. Heavy spin, easy out of hand. T2700, 2504 average rpm.
CB: 78-81 mph. Firm with tight break. T2489, 2028 average rpm.
5. Jaiden Ponce, St. Ignatius (IL), 2026
Positional Profile: OF/RHP
Body: 6-0, 175 pounds. Athletic with strength throughout, proportionate and projectable.
Hit: RHH. Stock setup, quiet load and stride. Controlled intent, works on the barrel to the pull-side, easy bat-speed with some length through the zone. 73.6 mph bat speed with 24g of rotational acceleration.
Power: 100 mph max exit velocity (93.1 avg.); 373-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. OF - 93 mph. Strong arm, long arm action, 3/4 slot.
Defense: Natural look, quick to the ball, played with body control, sure-handed.
Athletic Testing: 6.94 runner in the 60-yard dash; 19.40-inch max vertical jump.
Vizual Edge: 82.27 Edge Score.
+ OF/RHP Jaiden Ponce (St. Ignatius, 2026) was easily one of the day’s biggest winners on both sides of the ball. Listed at 5-foot-11, 175-pounds, Ponce has some loud tools across the board, starting with a 6.94 in the 60-yard dash. At the plate, the right-handed hitter showed some controlled intent while working on the barrel to the pull-side, reaching up to 100 mph for his max EV. He also showed off some premier arm-strength from the outfield, reaching up to 93 mph from a crowhop. Ponce showed intriguing upside on the mound as well. The athletic right-hander moves with ease and has a quick arm, running his fastball up to 91 mph with quality spin. His fastball sat 84-90 mph (T90.5), averaging 2659 RPM. He showed both a breaking ball (76-83 mph, avg. 2679 RPM) and a changeup (82-87 mph), though his feel for offspeed was inconsistent in this look. Regardless, the combination of athleticism, arm speed, and fastball life makes him a follow moving forward. He’s a name to check in on this spring during high school play or at summer events.
Positional Profile: OF/RHP
Body: 6-0, 175-pounds. Athletic with strength throughout, proportionate and projectable.
Delivery: High leg lift with tuck and coil, clean mover down the mound.
Arm Action: RH. Long, loose arm action, 3/4 slot.
FB: T91, 84-91 mph. Mostly straight out of the hand, firm, carry through the zone. T2825, 2659 average rpm.
CB: 76-82 mph. High spin, developing feel, mostly straight. T2719, 2679 average rpm.
CH: 83-86 mph. Mostly straight, firm out of the hand. T1958, 1796 average rpm.
Positional Profile: OF/2B
Body: 5-10, 140-pounds. Projectable frame, with room to grow.
Hit: RHH. Balanced, slightly open setup, long leg-hang stride. Flashed quick hands, stays on-plane, sprayed contact to all fields.
Power: 83 max exit velocity, averaged 66.3 mph. 291’ max distance.
Arm: RH. OF - 76 mph. Long out of the glove into a high 3/4 slot.
Defense: Choppy footwork, steady hands, plays through the ball.
Run: 7.85 runner in the 60.