@grove_jj 
22.9
Hand Speed (max)
10/13/24
CLASS OF 2026
SS
OF
JJ
Grove
Wichita Northwest (HS) • KS
5' 11" • 188.7LBS
R/R • 18yr 1mo
Travel Team: Kansas Curve
5' 11" • 188.7LBSR/R • 18yr 1mo
Travel Team: Kansas Curve
Rankings
2026 National
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2026 State
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Commitment
Best Of Stats
81.6
Bat Speed (max)
10/13/24
18.3
Rot. Acc (max)
2/09/25
58
Hard Hit %
8/02/25
97.4
Exit Velocity (max)
8/02/25
88.8
Exit Velocity (avg)
8/02/25
350
Distance (max)
8/02/25
56
Sweet Spot %
8/30/25
6.60
60-yd
8/02/25
3.71
30-yd
8/02/25
1.61
10-yd
6/17/25
21.3
Run speed (max)
8/02/25
86
INF Velo
8/30/25
80
OF Velo
9/01/24
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C Velo
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Positional Tools
2025
2024
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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).
86.0
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
6.91
Infield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an infield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
80.0
Outfield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an outfield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
80.0
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
2025
2024
Exit Velocity Max
The highest exit velocity of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
97.4
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
81.1
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).
196
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
25.6265
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).
87.1
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
76.1
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
311
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
233
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
32.125
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.
Kansas Curve Scout Day
Aug 30, 2025
Trackman - Hitting
94.5
Exit Velocity (max)
77.7
Exit Velocity (avg)
232
Distance (avg)
324
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Central Super Senior Games (Invite-Only)
Aug 2, 2025
Trackman - Hitting
97.4
Exit Velocity (max)
88.8
Exit Velocity (avg)
187
Distance (avg)
350
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Kansas City Top Prospect Games (Invite-Only)
Jun 17, 2025
Trackman - Hitting
83.3
Exit Velocity (max)
72.3
Exit Velocity (avg)
183
Distance (avg)
310
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
MOKAN Preseason All-State (Invite-Only)
Feb 9, 2025
Trackman - Hitting
92.6
Exit Velocity (max)
79.5
Exit Velocity (avg)
172
Distance (avg)
263
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
MOKAN Fall ID
Oct 13, 2024
Trackman - Hitting
87.1
Exit Velocity (max)
78.9
Exit Velocity (avg)
250
Distance (avg)
300
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Kansas Fall Kickoff
Sep 1, 2024
Trackman - Hitting
86.3
Exit Velocity (max)
74.1
Exit Velocity (avg)
220
Distance (avg)
311
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Hitting
2025
2024
Hand Speed Max
The highest Peak Hand Speed of any swing in the given event year.
21.0
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
19.1
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
71.5
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
64.6
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.
22.9
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
20.9
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
81.6
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
70.6
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.
Kansas Curve Scout Day
Aug 30, 2025
Blast - Hitting
19.9
Hand Speed (max)
18.7
Hand Speed (avg)
68.9
Bat Speed (max)
64.2
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Central Super Senior Games (Invite-Only)
Aug 2, 2025
Blast - Hitting
19.9
Hand Speed (max)
18.7
Hand Speed (avg)
67.3
Bat Speed (max)
64.8
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Kansas City Top Prospect Games (Invite-Only)
Jun 17, 2025
Blast - Hitting
20.0
Hand Speed (max)
19.1
Hand Speed (avg)
68.6
Bat Speed (max)
63.4
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
MOKAN Preseason All-State (Invite-Only)
Feb 9, 2025
Blast - Hitting
21.0
Hand Speed (max)
20.1
Hand Speed (avg)
71.5
Bat Speed (max)
65.7
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
MOKAN Fall ID
Oct 13, 2024
Blast - Hitting
22.9
Hand Speed (max)
20.9
Hand Speed (avg)
81.6
Bat Speed (max)
70.6
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Pitching
2024
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
71.3
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
69.2
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).
1696
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.
24.5
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).
64.9
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).
1153
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).
63.4
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).
1563
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).
Kansas Fall Kickoff
Sep 1, 2024
Trackman - Fastball
71.3
Velocity (max)
67.4 - 70.9
Velo Range
67.8
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,857
Spin Rate (max)
1,696
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
64.9
Velocity (max)
62.4 - 64.3
Velo Range
60.0
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,687
Spin Rate (max)
1,563
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
65.3
Velocity (max)
64.5 - 65.3
Velo Range
63.2
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,199
Spin Rate (max)
1,153
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Pitch Scores
2024
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
Slider
Hammer+
A hammer breaking ball drops vertically with velocity through the zone, or 12-to-6 movement. Hammer+ of 100 is MLB average.
Slider
Sweep+
A sweeping breaking ball moves horizontally with velocity through the zone. Sweep+ of 100 is MLB average.
Pitching Velos
Game Performance
2024
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.
2025
2024
10 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-10-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
1.61
30 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-30-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
3.71
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-60-yard time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
6.6
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.
1.71
30 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-30-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
3.9
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-60-yard time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
6.94
Top Speed (MPH)
The athlete's fastest split time converted to miles per hour.
Central Super Senior Games (Invite-Only)
Aug 2, 2025
Vald
1.63
10-yd
3.71
30-yd
6.60
60-yd
21.3
Run speed (max)
1.59
RSI (max)
26.3
Jump Height (max)
Vizual Edge
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.
81.31
Pitch Ai
Notes
News
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Physical
2025
2024
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.
JJ Grove, Wichita Northwest (KS), 2026
Positional Profile: SS/OF
Body: 5-11, 182-pounds. Physical build.
Hit: RHH. Upright open setup with a wide base, weight centered, and active hands. Uses a short leg lift trigger gaining ground forward. Short flat path through the zone, some barrels. 63.4 mph bat speed with 13 G's of rotational acceleration.
Power: 83 max exit velocity, averaged 72.3 mph. 310' max distance.
Arm: RH. INF-81 mph. Moderate stroke from a 3/4 slot.
Defense: Calculated actions defensively.
ATH: 6.82 runner in the 60. 1.61 and 3.78 in the 10 and 30 yard splits.
JJ Grove, Wichita Northwest (KS), 2026
Positional Profile: SS/OF
Body: 5-11, 190-pounds. Long physical build.
Hit: RHH. Tall even setup with a balanced base, weight centered, and active hands. Uses a short leg lift trigger gaining ground forward. Long flat path through the zone, some barrels, present power. 65.7 mph bat speed with 14 G's of rotational acceleration.
Power: 93 max exit velocity, averaged 79.5 mph. 263' max distance.
Arm: RH. INF-81 mph.
Defense: Polished actions defensively.
ATH: 1.76 and 3.97 in the 10 and 30 yard splits. 22.60 max vertical.
Vizual Edge: 81.31 Edge Score
A recent standout at the Kansas Fall Kickoff, INF JJ Grove (Wichita Northwest, 2026) has jumped onto our radar this fall and was impressive once again in Sunday’s look. The athletic, 5-foot-11, 181-pound uncommitted junior swung a flat barrel that flashed gap to gap power throughout his round of BP with more to come. An above average defender on the infield, Grove flashed impressive range and clean, reliable actions at shortstop while firing a 80 mph bullet across the diamond to pair with a 6.93 60 time.
JJ Grove, Wichita Northwest (KS), 2026
Positional Profile: SS/OF
Body: 5-11, 181-pounds. Athletic frame with room for added strength.
Hit: RHH. Upright setup with a wide base and feet even. Rhythmic movement in hands, short leg lift trigger. Compact slightly uphill path, at times flat. Some barrels. 70.6 mph bat speed with 12 G's of rotational acceleration.
Power: 87 max exit velocity, averaged 78.9 mph. 300' max distance.
Arm: RH. INF-80 mph. Short stroke from a 3/4 slot.
Defense: Athletic and aggressive movements defensively.
ATH: 6.93 runner in the 60. Sub 7 runner. 29.20 max vertical.
JJ Grove, Wichita Northwest (KS), 2026
Positional Profile: SS/OF
Body: 5-10, 175-pounds. Athletic frame with room for added strength.
Hit: RHH. Wide base with front foot open. Rhythmic movement in hands, short leg lift trigger. Short slightly uphill path, at times flat. Some barrels.
Power: 86 max exit velocity, averaged 74.1 mph. 311' max distance.
Arm: RH. INF-76 mph. OF-80 mph. Short stroke from a 3/4 slot.
Defense: Confident aggressive movements defensively.
ATH: 6.91 runner in the 60. Sub 7 runner. 28.30 max vertical.