@xavier_ritchie 
22.8
Hand Speed (max)
2/09/25
CLASS OF 2026
C
1B
Xavier
Ritchie
Rockhurst (HS) • MO
6' 2" • 176LBS
R/R • 17yr 3mo
Travel Team: Mac N Seitz
6' 2" • 176LBS
R/R • 17yr 3mo
Travel Team: Mac N Seitz
Rankings
2026 National
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2026 State
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Commitment
Best Of Stats
73
Bat Speed (max)
11/09/24
11.8
Rot. Acc (max)
2/09/25
90
Hard Hit %
6/09/25
98.3
Exit Velocity (max)
6/09/25
94.4
Exit Velocity (avg)
6/09/25
381
Distance (max)
6/09/25
70
Sweet Spot %
6/09/25
7.08
60-yd
6/09/25
3.93
30-yd
6/09/25
1.71
10-yd
6/09/25
19.5
Run speed (max)
6/09/25
-
INF Velo
-
OF Velo
80
C Velo
6/09/25
1.87 - 1.98
Pop Time
2/09/25
Fastball
83.4
Velocity (max)
11/09/24
81 - 82.8
Velo Range
11/09/24
2209
Spin Rate (avg)
11/09/24
Changeup
71.3 - 71.9
Velo Range
11/09/24
1607
Spin Rate (avg)
10/29/23
Curveball
69.9 - 74.2
Velo Range
11/09/24
2316
Spin Rate (avg)
11/09/24
Positional Tools
2025
2024
2023
2022
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Pop Time
The athlete's fastest pop time in the given event year. Measured from glove to glove, in seconds (s).
1.87 - 2.06
Catcher Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from the catcher position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
80.0
Home to First
The athlete's fastest home-to-first time in the given event year. Measured from bat-on-ball to foot-on-bag, in seconds (s).
4.08
Pop Time
The athlete's fastest pop time in the given event year. Measured from glove to glove, in seconds (s).
1.96 - 2.05
Catcher Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from the catcher position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
75.0
Pop Time
The athlete's fastest pop time in the given event year. Measured from glove to glove, in seconds (s).
2.00 - 2.13
Catcher Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from the catcher position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
72.0
Pop Time
The athlete's fastest pop time in the given event year. Measured from glove to glove, in seconds (s).
2.21 - 2.31
Catcher Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from the catcher position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
66.0
Hitting
2025
2024
2023
2022
Exit Velocity Max
The highest exit velocity of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
98.3
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
92.2
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
381
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
229
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
16.8086
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).
91.7
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
87.7
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
322
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
176
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
14.2435
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).
85.1
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
73.9
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
251
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.
19.1459
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).
73.1
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
66.5
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
236
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
175
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
23.5786
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.
Missouri State Games (Invite-Only)
Jun 9, 2025
Trackman - Hitting
98.3
Exit Velocity (max)
94.4
Exit Velocity (avg)
249
Distance (avg)
381
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
MOKAN Preseason All-State (Invite-Only)
Feb 9, 2025
Trackman - Hitting
94.6
Exit Velocity (max)
88.6
Exit Velocity (avg)
180
Distance (avg)
306
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Mac N Seitz Scout Day
Nov 9, 2024
Trackman - Hitting
91.7
Exit Velocity (max)
87.7
Exit Velocity (avg)
176
Distance (avg)
322
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Mac N Seitz Scout Day
Oct 29, 2023
Trackman - Hitting
85.1
Exit Velocity (max)
73.9
Exit Velocity (avg)
164
Distance (avg)
251
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Mac N Seitz Scout Day
Oct 30, 2022
Trackman - Hitting
73.1
Exit Velocity (max)
66.5
Exit Velocity (avg)
175
Distance (avg)
236
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Hitting
2025
2024
2023
2022
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.
20.8
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
71.2
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
67.6
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.
21.2
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
20.2
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
73.0
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
72.2
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.
20.9
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
20.1
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
68.8
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
65.3
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.
20.2
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
19.0
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
65.1
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
63.3
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.
MOKAN Preseason All-State (Invite-Only)
Feb 9, 2025
Blast - Hitting
22.8
Hand Speed (max)
20.8
Hand Speed (avg)
71.2
Bat Speed (max)
67.6
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Mac N Seitz Scout Day
Nov 9, 2024
Blast - Hitting
21.2
Hand Speed (max)
20.2
Hand Speed (avg)
73.0
Bat Speed (max)
72.2
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Mac N Seitz Scout Day
Oct 29, 2023
Blast - Hitting
20.9
Hand Speed (max)
20.1
Hand Speed (avg)
68.8
Bat Speed (max)
65.3
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Mac N Seitz Scout Day
Oct 30, 2022
Blast - Hitting
20.2
Hand Speed (max)
19.0
Hand Speed (avg)
65.1
Bat Speed (max)
63.3
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Pitching
2024
2023
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
83.4
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
81.9
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).
2209
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.
27.0
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).
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
72.0
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).
2316
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).
71.6
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).
1242
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).
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
74.5
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
72.3
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).
1915
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.
26.4
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).
65.2
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).
1998
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).
66.5
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).
1607
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).
Mac N Seitz Scout Day
Nov 9, 2024
Trackman - Fastball
83.4
Velocity (max)
81.0 - 82.8
Velo Range
79.9
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,304
Spin Rate (max)
2,209
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
74.2
Velocity (max)
69.9 - 74.2
Velo Range
69.6
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,316
Spin Rate (max)
2,316
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
71.9
Velocity (max)
71.3 - 71.9
Velo Range
69.1
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,297
Spin Rate (max)
1,242
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Mac N Seitz Scout Day
Oct 29, 2023
Trackman - Fastball
74.5
Velocity (max)
69.6 - 74.5
Velo Range
70.0
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,068
Spin Rate (max)
1,915
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
65.4
Velocity (max)
65.0 - 65.4
Velo Range
62.9
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,053
Spin Rate (max)
1,998
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - ChangeUp
66.9
Velocity (max)
66.2 - 66.9
Velo Range
65.2
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,651
Spin Rate (max)
1,607
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
Pitching Velos
2024
2023
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
80.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
78.5
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
36.0
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
75.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
72.5
Game Performance
2023
2022
10 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-10-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
1.91
30 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-30-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
4.35
Top Speed (MPH)
The athlete's fastest split time converted to miles per hour.
10 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-10-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
1.89
30 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-30-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
4.41
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-60-yard time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
8.06
Top Speed (MPH)
The athlete's fastest split time converted to miles per hour.
2025
2024
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.
3.93
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-60-yard time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
7.08
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.
30 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-30-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
4.08
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.
81.16
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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.
Positional Profile: C/RHP
Body: 6-2, 176-pounds. Tall athletic build.
Hit: RHH. Upright even setup with a wide base, weight centered, and some bat wiggle. Uses a short leg lift trigger. Long flat path through the zone, mostly barrels, power present.
Power: 98 max exit velocity, averaged 94.4 mph. 381' max distance.
Arm: RH. C-1.90-2.06 mph. 80
Defense: Controlled athletic actions defensively.
ATH: 7.08 runner in the 60. 1.71 and 3.93 in the 10 and 30 yard splits.
Vizual Edge: 81.16 Edge Score
A pair of Kansas City-area backstops—Xavier Ritchie (Rockhurst, 2026) and Jag Garrison (Summit Christian, 2026)—turned in strong offensive performances during Monday’s workout at the Missouri State Games. Ritchie impressed with a peak exit velocity of 98.3 mph and an exceptional 94.4 mph average, while also showing well behind the plate with a 1.90 pop time and 80 mph arm strength from the chute.
Xavier Ritchie, Rockhurst (MO), 2026
Positional Profile: C/RHP
Body: 6-1, 170-pounds. Long projectable frame with room for added strength.
Hit: RHH. Upright even setup with a wide base, weight centered, and active hands. Uses a short leg lift trigger. Short flat path through the zone, mostly barrels, present power. 67.6 mph bat speed with 7 G's of rotational acceleration.
Power: 95 max exit velocity, averaged 88.6 mph. 306' max distance.
Arm: RH. C-78 mph. 1.87-1.98
Defense: Confident polished actions defensively.
ATH: 1.73 and 4.17 in the 10 and 30 yard splits. 22.70 max vertical.
Vizual Edge: 76.61 Edge Score