@WillPennell_5 
85
Velocity (max)
2/17/25
CLASS OF 2026
RHP
3B
Will
Pennell
Sacred Heart-Griffin (HS) • IL
6' 2" • 188.7LBS
R/R • 17yr 11mo
Travel Team: Extreme Elite National & Top Tier
6' 2" • 188.7LBSR/R • 17yr 11mo
Travel Team: Extreme Elite National & Top Tier
Rankings
2026 National
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2026 State
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Commitment
Best Of Stats
Fastball
84 - 85
Velo Range
2/17/25
2165
Spin Rate (avg)
8/05/25
Changeup
78 - 79
Velo Range
2/17/25
1983
Spin Rate (avg)
8/06/24
Curveball
72 - 73
Velo Range
7/10/25
2058
Spin Rate (avg)
8/06/24
Slider
71.4 - 74.3
Velo Range
8/05/25
2533
Spin Rate (avg)
8/05/25
Positional Tools
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Pitching
2025
2024
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Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
84.7
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
82.7
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).
2147
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).
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
78.1
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).
1950
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).
2533
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).
80.9
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
79.1
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).
1991
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.
25.2
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).
66.9
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).
2058
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).
75.0
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).
1954
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
84.2
Velocity (max)
80.5 - 83.5
Velo Range
84.8
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,248
Spin Rate (max)
2,165
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
75.6
Velocity (max)
71.4 - 74.3
Velo Range
74.1
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,727
Spin Rate (max)
2,533
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
79.7
Velocity (max)
76.8 - 78.9
Velo Range
80.3
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,032
Spin Rate (max)
1,974
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
St. Louis Preseason ID
Feb 17, 2025
Trackman - Fastball
84.7
Velocity (max)
83.9 - 84.6
Velo Range
84.3
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,164
Spin Rate (max)
2,112
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
78.9
Velocity (max)
77.9 - 78.9
Velo Range
78.2
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,946
Spin Rate (max)
1,914
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Illinois State Games (Invite-Only)
Aug 6, 2024
Trackman - Fastball
80.9
Velocity (max)
76.5 - 80.2
Velo Range
77.8
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,043
Spin Rate (max)
2,005
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
67.9
Velocity (max)
66.0 - 67.9
Velo Range
65.3
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,132
Spin Rate (max)
2,058
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
77.6
Velocity (max)
73.7 - 76.7
Velo Range
74.2
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,014
Spin Rate (max)
1,983
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Central Illinois Summer ID
Jul 16, 2024
Trackman - Fastball
80.8
Velocity (max)
79.3 - 80.5
Velo Range
78.2
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,016
Spin Rate (max)
1,976
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
75.5
Velocity (max)
74.5 - 75.5
Velo Range
73.4
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,980
Spin Rate (max)
1,926
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
2024
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
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
85.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
82.4
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
71.5
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
77.7
Slider
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
72.5
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)
79.2
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
67.0
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
75.0
Game Performance
2024
Vertical Jump
A measure of any athlete's body strength and reach calculated from the flight time divided by the contact time.
Vizual Edge
Pitch Ai
Notes
News
- Illinois State Games: Teams 1-10 Takeaways - Aug 14, 2025
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- Prep Baseball Illinois Best of 2024: Average Changeup Horizontal Movement - Dec 3, 2024
- Illinois State Games: Class of 2026 Right-Handed Pitcher Analysis - Nov 7, 2024
- Central Illinois Summer ID: Pitcher Analysis - Sep 10, 2024
- Central Illinois Summer ID: Quick Hits - Jul 19, 2024
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Verbally committed to Lincoln Land CC.
Uncommitted. Stands in a 6-foot-3, 191-pound frame, lean and athletic build. Started on the mound in the State Championship game, tossed 4.2 innings, struck out five, walked two, allowed no earned runs and five hits. Loose and easy mover, high leg lift with tuck, drop/drive down the mound. Long, easy arm path that worked out of a ¾ slot. Fastball sat low-80s and worked up to 85 mph. Change-up looked like the best off-speed offering in this look, sitting 75-78 mph with fade, produced swing-and-miss. Rounded out arsenal with a low-70s curveball, played with 11/5 shape. Uncommitted arm to know heading into the summer.
Uncommitted. Currently ranked No. 212 in the state. Stands in at 6-foot-3, 191 pounds. Pennell battled adversity and put SHG in a position to win on a poor defensive showing. Offered a look at a low 80s fastball (T83), as well as a mid-to-high 70s changeup with heavy fade, as well as a slider with horizontal action. Operates out of a high-tempo delivery and looks the part on the mound. Final line: 4 IP, 3 H, 3 BB, 1 ER
Uncommitted. 6-foot-3, 191-pound frame, lean and athletic with room for more to come. Threw three innings in relief for the Cyclones, though the stat line may not stand out. Athletic mover on the mound with a high leg lift with tuck at balance, works into a tall and fall delivery down the mound, foot lands slightly open. Loose, whippy arm action that worked out of a ¾ slot. Fastball worked in the low-80s and was up to 84 mph. Pennell also mixed in a change-up that sat 76-77 mph and a curveball at 70-71 mph.
Will Pennell, Sacred Heart-Griffin (IL), 2026
Positional Profile: RHP/3B
Body: 6-3, 191-pounds. Tall athletic build.
Delivery: Uptempo drop and drive delivery. Uses a high leg lift before striding straight down the mound into a balanced landing with some recoil.
Arm Action: RH. Long strong arm action from a high 3/4 slot.
FB: T85, 84-85 mph. Moderate spin, mostly strikes, keeps its plane. T2164, 2112 average rpm.
CH: 78-79 mph. Kills spin, mostyl strikes, arm side fade. T1946, 1914 average rpm.
Positional Profile: RHP/3B
Body: 6-2, 185-pounds.
Delivery: Clean, athletic mover, high leg lift, tall/fall down the mound.
Arm Action: RH. Long arm swing, loose, 3/4 slot.
FB: T81, 77-80 mph. Plays straight out of the hand. T2043, 2005 average rpm.
CB: 66-68 mph. Short, horizontal break, feel for zone. T2132, 2058 average rpm.
CH: 74-77 mph. Heavy arm-side fade, feel. T2014, 1983 average rpm.
RHP Will Pennell (Sacred Heart-Griffin, 2026) stands in an athletic, projectable build at 6-foot-1, 175-pounds. He impressed on the mound with his clean, loose actions down the mound with minimal effort throughout. His fastball sat 79-81 mph with ride through the zone, and a slurve with 10/4 shape, showing feel to throw it for strikes. His change-up looked like his best off-speed pitch, throwing it with fastball intent and creating heavy fade, producing an average of 21.5 inches of horizontal movement.
Positional Profile: RHP/3B
Body: 6-2, 175-pounds. Athletic frame, strength still to come.
Delivery: Clean, athletic mover, high leg lift with tuck, tall/fall down the mound.
Arm Action: RH. Long, loose arm action, 3/4 slot.
FB: T81, 79-81 mph. Clean out of the hand, mostly straight. T2016, 1976 average rpm.
SL: mph.
SLV: 11/5 shape, feel for bottom half of the zone. T, average rpm.
CH: 74-75 mph. Fade and depth, late movement. T1980, 1926 average rpm.