@RomanKern22 
20.7
Hand Speed (max)
6/24/25
CLASS OF 2026
OF
Roman
Kern
Francis Howell Central (HS) • MO
5' 10" • 165.9LBS
R/R • 17yr 7mo
Travel Team: 5 Star (MO) Baseball
5' 10" • 165.9LBSR/R • 17yr 7mo
Travel Team: 5 Star (MO) Baseball
Rankings
2026 National
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2026 State
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Commitment
Best Of Stats
78.1
Bat Speed (max)
6/24/25
20.6
Rot. Acc (max)
2/03/24
57
Hard Hit %
6/24/25
95.1
Exit Velocity (max)
10/19/25
89.5
Exit Velocity (avg)
6/24/25
344
Distance (max)
6/24/25
57
Sweet Spot %
6/24/25
6.93
60-yd
10/19/25
3.85
30-yd
6/24/25
1.69
10-yd
6/24/25
19.7
Run speed (max)
6/24/25
-
INF Velo
81
OF Velo
6/24/25
-
C Velo
-
Pop Time
Positional Tools
2025
2024
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)
6.93
Outfield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an outfield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
81.0
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.
13.7
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
7.07
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
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
7.15
Outfield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an outfield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
73.0
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.
11.9
Hitting
2025
2024
2023
Exit Velocity Max
The highest exit velocity of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
95.1
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
86.3
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).
255
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
25.317
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).
89.0
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
81.5
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
313
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
239
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
24.8508
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).
84.9
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
73.7
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
241
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
164
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
18.0297
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.
5 Star - The Lou Scout Day
Oct 19, 2025
Trackman - Hitting
95.1
Exit Velocity (max)
83.8
Exit Velocity (avg)
269
Distance (avg)
343
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
St. Louis Summer ID
Jun 24, 2025
Trackman - Hitting
95.0
Exit Velocity (max)
89.5
Exit Velocity (avg)
239
Distance (avg)
344
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
5 Star - The Lou Scout Day
Oct 11, 2024
Trackman - Hitting
87.1
Exit Velocity (max)
78.2
Exit Velocity (avg)
233
Distance (avg)
313
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Preseason All-State (Invite-Only)
Feb 3, 2024
Trackman - Hitting
89.0
Exit Velocity (max)
83.7
Exit Velocity (avg)
242
Distance (avg)
308
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Midwest Rebels Scout Day
Oct 6, 2023
Trackman - Hitting
84.9
Exit Velocity (max)
73.7
Exit Velocity (avg)
164
Distance (avg)
241
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.
20.7
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
18.4
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
78.1
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
72.6
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.
18.9
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
18.4
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
72.4
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
68.8
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.
St. Louis Summer ID
Jun 24, 2025
Blast - Hitting
20.7
Hand Speed (max)
18.4
Hand Speed (avg)
78.1
Bat Speed (max)
72.6
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Preseason All-State (Invite-Only)
Feb 3, 2024
Blast - Hitting
18.9
Hand Speed (max)
18.5
Hand Speed (avg)
72.4
Bat Speed (max)
68.9
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Pitching
Pitch Scores
Pitching Velos
Game Performance
2024
10 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-10-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
1.69
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-60-yard time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
7.07
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.
2025
10 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-10-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
1.69
30 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-30-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
3.85
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-60-yard time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
6.96
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.
St. Louis Summer ID
Jun 24, 2025
Vald
1.69
10-yd
3.85
30-yd
6.97
60-yd
19.7
Run speed (max)
1.50
RSI (max)
21.8
Jump Height (max)
Vizual Edge
2025
2024
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.
50.87
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.
68.31
Pitch Ai
Notes
News
- Missouri Class of 2026 Rankings Update: Fall Edition - Dec 9, 2025
- 5 Star - The Lou Scout Day: Quick Hits - Nov 5, 2025
- 5 Star - The Lou Scout Day: Data Dive - Oct 27, 2025
- 5 Star - The Lou Scout Day: Stat Story - Oct 24, 2025
- St. Louis Summer ID: Positional Analysis - Aug 29, 2025
- St. Louis Summer ID: Positional Data Dive - Jun 27, 2025
- St. Louis Summer ID: Quick Hits - Jun 26, 2025
- St. Louis Summer ID: Statistical Analysis - Jun 26, 2025
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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.
Roman Kern, Francis Howell Central (MO), 2026 Moberly Community College
Positional Profile: OF
Body: 5-9, 166-pounds.
Hit: RHH. Tall, balanced setup, toe-taps into minimal stride. Compact swing, pull-side approach, pull-side power, flat bat path. 72.6 mph bat speed with 12 G's of rotational acceleration.
Power: 95 max exit velocity, averaged 89.5 mph. 344' max distance.
Arm: RH. OF-81 mph. Full arm circle, loose 3/4 slot.
Defense: Attacks the baseball, fields the ball cleanly off front foot, shuffles into throw.
ATH: 6.97 runner in the 60. 1.69 and 3.85 in the 10 and 30 yard splits. 21.80 max vertical.
Vizual Edge: 50.87 Edge Score
Roman Kern, Francis Howell (MO), 2026
Positional Profile: OF/RHP
Body: 5-11, 158-pounds. Lean frame with room to add strength.
Hit: RHH. Wide, balanced setup. Vertical bat angle and high back elbow. Small leg lift, minimal stride. Slight uphill swing plane. Looks to elevate the ball. Quick upper half. Line-drive and fly ball contact. 68.9 mph bat speed with 17 G's of rotational acceleration.
Power: 89 max exit velocity, averaged 83.7 mph. 308' max distance.
Arm: RH. OF-78 mph. Short OT arm action.
Defense: Controlled footwork, sits back to field. Clean gather and exchange.
ATH: 7.07 runner in the 60. 1.69 in the 10 yard split. 27.20 max vertical.