23.2
Hand Speed (max)
2/01/26
CLASS OF 2026
1B
3B
Ethan
Cates
Mooreville (HS) • MS
5' 10" • 240LBS
R/R • 17yr 10mo
Travel Team: Tupelo Junior 49ers
5' 10" • 240LBSR/R • 17yr 10mo
Travel Team: Tupelo Junior 49ers
Rankings
2026 National
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2026 State
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Best Of Stats
75.4
Bat Speed (max)
2/01/26
20.9
Rot. Acc (max)
2/01/26
89
Hard Hit %
2/01/26
99.7
Exit Velocity (max)
2/01/26
95.1
Exit Velocity (avg)
2/01/26
373
Distance (max)
7/08/25
89
Sweet Spot %
2/01/26
7.57
60-yd
7/08/25
4.17
30-yd
7/08/25
1.80
10-yd
7/08/25
18.0
Run speed (max)
7/08/25
73
INF Velo
2/01/26
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OF Velo
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Positional Tools
2026
2025
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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).
73.0
Infield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an infield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
72.0
Hitting
2026
2025
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).
95.1
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
372
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
305
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
22.4706
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).
95.9
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
90.3
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).
234
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
17.1881
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.
Mississippi Preseason All-State (Invite-Only)
Feb 1, 2026
Trackman - Hitting
99.7
Exit Velocity (max)
95.1
Exit Velocity (avg)
305
Distance (avg)
372
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
North Mississippi Summer ID
Jul 8, 2025
Trackman - Hitting
95.9
Exit Velocity (max)
90.3
Exit Velocity (avg)
234
Distance (avg)
373
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Hitting
2026
2025
Hand Speed Max
The highest Peak Hand Speed of any swing in the given event year.
23.2
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
22.2
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
75.4
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
68.5
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.
22.2
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.
71.0
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
67.2
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.
Mississippi Preseason All-State (Invite-Only)
Feb 1, 2026
Blast - Hitting
23.2
Hand Speed (max)
22.2
Hand Speed (avg)
75.4
Bat Speed (max)
68.5
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
North Mississippi Summer ID
Jul 8, 2025
Blast - Hitting
22.2
Hand Speed (max)
20.9
Hand Speed (avg)
71.0
Bat Speed (max)
67.2
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Pitching
Pitch Scores
Pitching Velos
Game Performance
2026
2025
10 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-10-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
1.82
30 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-30-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
4.23
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-60-yard time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
7.68
Top Speed (MPH)
The athlete's fastest split time converted to miles per hour.
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.
1.8
30 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-30-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
4.17
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-60-yard time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
7.57
Top Speed (MPH)
The athlete's fastest split time converted to miles per hour.
Vizual Edge
2026
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.
72.49
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.
65.21
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Physical
2026
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.
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: 1B/3B
Body: 5-10, 240-pounds. Well-proportioned frame., Compact build with a sturdy lower half.
Hit: RHH. Slightly closed stance., Hands start lower., Relaxed setup with balanced posture in the box. Present strength at the plate., Middle of the field approach., Small leg lift into the swing. 68.5 mph bat speed with 17 G's of rotational acceleration.
Power: 100 max exit velocity, averaged 95.1 mph. 372' max distance.
Arm: RH. INF-73 mph. Efficient arm stroke supports accuracy.
Defense: Shows sound fundamentals defensively., Smooth actions with controlled movement to the baseball.
ATH: 7.68 runner in the 60. 1.82 and 4.23 in the 10 and 30 yard splits. 17.00 max vertical.
Vizual Edge: 72.49 Edge Score
Positional Profile: 1B/3B
Body: 6-1, 246-pounds. Stronger build, proportional throughout.
Hit: RHH. Open set up in the stance. Shorter stride, minimal leg lift into the swing. Quick hands with present power at the plate. 67.2 mph bat speed with 14 G's of rotational acceleration.
Power: 96 max exit velocity, averaged 90.3 mph. 373' max distance.
Arm: RH. INF-72 mph. Accurate throws, developing arm strength.
Defense: Clean when fielding, solid feel for the glove.
ATH: 7.57 runner in the 60. 1.80 and 4.17 in the 10 and 30 yard splits.
Vizual Edge: 65.21 Edge Score