@_ethan_06_ 19.7
Hand Speed (max)
10/29/23
CLASS OF 2025
3B
RHP
Ethan
Simmons
JH Rose (HS) • NC
5' 11" • 189LBS
R/R • 18yr 6mo
Travel Team: Richmond Braves Platinum
5' 11" • 189LBSR/R • 18yr 6mo
Travel Team: Richmond Braves Platinum
Rankings
2025 National
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Best Of Stats
80.9
Bat Speed (max)
6/11/24
10.8
Rot. Acc (max)
6/11/24
38
Hard Hit %
10/29/23
93.7
Exit Velocity (max)
10/29/23
87.3
Exit Velocity (avg)
10/29/23
352
Distance (max)
6/11/24
81
Sweet Spot %
2/03/24
7.21
60-yd
9/07/24
4.04
30-yd
10/29/23
1.75
10-yd
5/13/23
18.8
Run speed (max)
10/29/23
86
INF Velo
6/11/24
-
OF Velo
-
C Velo
-
Pop Time
Fastball
86
Velocity (max)
6/22/23
81 - 86
Velo Range
6/22/23
-
Spin Rate (avg)
Changeup
72 - 72
Velo Range
6/22/23
-
Spin Rate (avg)
Curveball
73 - 74
Velo Range
10/04/24
-
Spin Rate (avg)
Positional Tools
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)
7.21
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
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.
12.9
Infield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an infield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
81.0
Hitting
2024
2023
Exit Velocity Max
The highest exit velocity of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
93.0
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
84.5
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
352
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
232
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
22.2104
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).
93.7
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
84.6
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
331
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
213
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
16.2379
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.
Scout Day: Richmond Braves 2024
Sep 7, 2024
Trackman - Hitting
92.8
Exit Velocity (max)
86.7
Exit Velocity (avg)
203
Distance (avg)
308
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
NC/SC Border Battle (Invite-Only)
Jun 11, 2024
Trackman - Hitting
93.0
Exit Velocity (max)
84.4
Exit Velocity (avg)
262
Distance (avg)
352
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Preseason All-State East (Invite-Only)
Feb 3, 2024
Trackman - Hitting
90.3
Exit Velocity (max)
83.1
Exit Velocity (avg)
229
Distance (avg)
323
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Top Prospect Games: Underclass (Invite-Only)
Oct 29, 2023
Trackman - Hitting
93.7
Exit Velocity (max)
87.3
Exit Velocity (avg)
241
Distance (avg)
331
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
PBR Scout Day: Dirtbags
May 13, 2023
Trackman - Hitting
88.4
Exit Velocity (max)
81.8
Exit Velocity (avg)
183
Distance (avg)
306
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Hitting
2024
2023
Hand Speed Max
The highest Peak Hand Speed of any swing in the given event year.
19.7
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.
80.9
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
68.0
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.
19.7
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.
75.2
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.
NC/SC Border Battle (Invite-Only)
Jun 11, 2024
Blast - Hitting
19.7
Hand Speed (max)
19.0
Hand Speed (avg)
80.9
Bat Speed (max)
70.7
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Preseason All-State East (Invite-Only)
Feb 3, 2024
Blast - Hitting
18.9
Hand Speed (max)
17.8
Hand Speed (avg)
69.7
Bat Speed (max)
65.4
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Top Prospect Games: Underclass (Invite-Only)
Oct 29, 2023
Blast - Hitting
19.7
Hand Speed (max)
19.0
Hand Speed (avg)
75.2
Bat Speed (max)
70.6
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Pitching
Pitch Scores
Pitching Velos
2024
2023
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
83.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
82.0
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
73.5
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
86.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
83.5
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
69.0
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
72.0
Game Performance
2024
2023
10 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-10-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
1.76
30 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-30-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
4.14
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-60-yard time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
7.47
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.
1.75
30 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-30-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
4.04
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-60-yard time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
7.31
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.
NC/SC Border Battle (Invite-Only)
Jun 11, 2024
Swift
1.76
10-yd
4.14
30-yd
7.47
60-yd
18.5
Run speed (max)
2.08
RSI (max)
25.9
Jump Height (max)
Top Prospect Games: Underclass (Invite-Only)
Oct 29, 2023
Swift
1.78
10-yd
4.04
30-yd
7.31
60-yd
18.8
Run speed (max)
2.48
RSI (max)
24.7
Jump Height (max)
19.1
Jump Height (avg)
Vizual Edge
Pitch Ai
Notes
News
- NC High School Scout Blog: Week 9 - Apr 30, 2025
- Scout Blog Xtra: Spring Break - Apr 29, 2025
- Best of 2024: Top Infield and Outfield Arm Velocities - Jan 14, 2025
- Summer Review: Team NC BLAST Leaders - Oct 16, 2024
- Summer Review: Team NC Athletic Testing Leaders - Oct 14, 2024
- 2025 Rankings Spotlight: Ethan Simmons - Oct 8, 2024
- NC/SC Border Battle: Blast Leaders - Jun 27, 2024
- NC/SC Border Battle: Data Dive - Jun 18, 2024
- Preseason All-State East: Blast Leaders - Feb 19, 2024
- Preseason All-State East: Position Player Superlatives - Feb 13, 2024
- Preseason All-State East: Quick Hitters Position Players - Feb 12, 2024
- Data Dive: Preseason All-State East - Feb 7, 2024
- Best of 2023: Best Infield Arm Velocity - Jan 17, 2024
- 2023 Top Underclass Games: BLAST Leader Board - Nov 30, 2023
- Trackman Hitting Leaders: Dirtbags Scout Day - May 19, 2023
- Dirtbags Scout Day: Quick Hitters - Position Players - May 17, 2023
- Dirtbags Scout Day: Statistical Breakdown - May 16, 2023
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Physical
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.
Positional Profile: 3B/RHP
Body: 5-11, 189-pounds. Proportional build. Strength present. Defined strength in the lower half.
Hit: RHH. Feet just outside the shoulders. Balanced. Slight flex in the knees. Relaxed hands and bat head. Excellent pre-pitch rhythm. Small load and stride. Uses a small toe tap in the load. Rushed through load at times. Aggressive and active back leg. Two handed finsh over the shoulder Natural loft through contact. Lots of backspin in his BP rounds. Aggressive and works with intent. Solid quickness. Strength over quickness. Slight pull emphasis. 70.7 mph bat speed with 9 G's of rotational acceleration.
Power: 93 max exit velocity, averaged 84.4 mph. 352' max distance. Solid strength. Showed good feel for the barrel in BP and in game action. Power level will climb with overall body strength level.
Arm: RH. INF-86 mph. Long arm action. Small plunge out of the glove. High-3/4 slot. Fights to get over front side. Finish across the chest. Average accuracy with good carry.
Defense: Average bend. Efficient feet. Hangs the glove through the catch. Highly confident in his hands. Ball catch floats between both hips. Easy exchange. More comfort in games at 3B than at SS in workout.
ATH: 7.47 runner in the 60. 1.76 and 4.14 in the 10 and 30 yard splits. 25.90 max vertical.
Positional Profile: 3B/RHP
Body: 5-11, 195-pounds. Average build
Hit: RHH. Flat bat. Slightly crouched stance. Small weight shift, body jumps forward delivering bat. Little length and loop to the swing. Rhythm and timing in swing. Generates loft pul side. 65.4 mph bat speed with 8 G's of rotational acceleration.
Power: 90 max exit velocity, averaged 83.1 mph. 323' max distance. Barrel feel with the ability to manipulate barrel. Gap to Gap approach
Arm: RH. INF-82 mph. Low seperation high 3/4 slot
Defense: Hands and feet work well together. Makes plays.
ATH: 1.82 and 4.14 in the 10 and 30 yard splits. 25.80 max vertical.