@sawyerlblack2 
25.2
Hand Speed (max)
6/21/22
CLASS OF 2024
OF
OF
Sawyer
Black
Wesleyan Christian (HS) • NC
6' 0" • 185LBSL/R • 19yr 7mo
Travel Team: Canes American
Rankings
2024 National
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2024 State
Rankings available to Premium Subscriber
Commitment
Best Of Stats
80.6
Bat Speed (max)
6/21/22
15.9
Rot. Acc (max)
2/11/24
53
Hard Hit %
2/11/24
98
Exit Velocity (max)
2/11/24
89.3
Exit Velocity (avg)
2/12/23
376
Distance (max)
6/21/22
78
Sweet Spot %
3/21/21
6.99
60-yd
6/21/22
3.68
30-yd
2/11/24
1.59
10-yd
2/11/24
19.5
Run speed (max)
2/11/24
-
INF Velo
86
OF Velo
1/29/22
-
C Velo
-
Pop Time
Fastball
81
Velocity (max)
3/21/21
78 - 81
Velo Range
3/21/21
2052
Spin Rate (avg)
3/21/21
Changeup
73 - 74
Velo Range
3/21/21
1574
Spin Rate (avg)
3/21/21
Curveball
65 - 74
Velo Range
3/21/21
1789
Spin Rate (avg)
3/21/21
Positional Tools
2024
2023
2022
2021
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Outfield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an outfield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
85.0
Outfield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an outfield 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)
6.99
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).
3.81
Outfield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an outfield 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.
13.8
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
7.14
Outfield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an outfield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
82.0
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
2024
2023
2022
2021
Exit Velocity Max
The highest exit velocity of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
98.0
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
87.4
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
351
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
218
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
15.8702
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).
95.7
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
89.3
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
347
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
194
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
12.9697
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).
96.2
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
87.5
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
376
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
211
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
18.8294
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).
89.7
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
83.9
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
292
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
220
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
25.0091
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.
North Carolina ProCase (Invite-Only)
Feb 11, 2024
Trackman - Hitting
98.0
Exit Velocity (max)
87.4
Exit Velocity (avg)
218
Distance (avg)
351
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
North Carolina ProCase (Invite-Only)
Feb 12, 2023
Trackman - Hitting
95.7
Exit Velocity (max)
89.3
Exit Velocity (avg)
194
Distance (avg)
347
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
2022 PBR Future Games
Jul 27, 2022
Trackman - Hitting
94.1
Exit Velocity (max)
81.5
Exit Velocity (avg)
180
Distance (avg)
317
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
NC/SC Border Battle
Jun 21, 2022
Trackman - Hitting
96.2
Exit Velocity (max)
86.8
Exit Velocity (avg)
261
Distance (avg)
376
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Preseason All-State: East (Invite-Only)
Jan 29, 2022
Trackman - Hitting
95.6
Exit Velocity (max)
87.9
Exit Velocity (avg)
182
Distance (avg)
343
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Preseason All-State II (Invite-Only)
Mar 21, 2021
Trackman - Hitting
89.7
Exit Velocity (max)
83.9
Exit Velocity (avg)
220
Distance (avg)
292
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Hitting
2024
2023
2022
2021
Hand Speed Max
The highest Peak Hand Speed of any swing in the given event year.
24.2
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
22.1
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
75.3
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
66.5
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.
21.5
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.
69.6
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
67.8
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.
Hand Speed Max
The highest Peak Hand Speed of any swing in the given event year.
25.2
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
21.9
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
80.6
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
71.3
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.
24.7
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
22.0
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.
67.4
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.
North Carolina ProCase (Invite-Only)
Feb 11, 2024
Blast - Hitting
24.2
Hand Speed (max)
22.1
Hand Speed (avg)
75.3
Bat Speed (max)
66.5
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
North Carolina ProCase (Invite-Only)
Feb 12, 2023
Blast - Hitting
21.5
Hand Speed (max)
20.8
Hand Speed (avg)
69.6
Bat Speed (max)
67.8
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
2022 PBR Future Games
Jul 27, 2022
Blast - Hitting
23.5
Hand Speed (max)
20.9
Hand Speed (avg)
77.4
Bat Speed (max)
71.9
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
NC/SC Border Battle
Jun 21, 2022
Blast - Hitting
25.2
Hand Speed (max)
23.0
Hand Speed (avg)
80.6
Bat Speed (max)
74.0
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Preseason All-State: East (Invite-Only)
Jan 29, 2022
Blast - Hitting
22.9
Hand Speed (max)
21.7
Hand Speed (avg)
71.1
Bat Speed (max)
68.2
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Preseason All-State II (Invite-Only)
Mar 21, 2021
Blast - Hitting
24.7
Hand Speed (max)
22.0
Hand Speed (avg)
73.0
Bat Speed (max)
67.4
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Pitching
2021
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
81.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
79.9
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).
2052
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.
25.7
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).
67.9
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).
1789
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).
73.3
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).
1574
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).
Preseason All-State II (Invite-Only)
Mar 21, 2021
Trackman - Fastball
81.0
Velocity (max)
78.9 - 80.9
Velo Range
78.3
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,127
Spin Rate (max)
2,052
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Curveball
73.7
Velocity (max)
65.2 - 71.2
Velo Range
66.3
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,904
Spin Rate (max)
1,789
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - ChangeUp
73.6
Velocity (max)
73.0 - 73.6
Velo Range
71.7
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,612
Spin Rate (max)
1,574
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Pitch Scores
2021
Fastball
Hop+
A fastball with hop has a flat approach angle and visually jumps through the zone. When thrown up in the zone, it is more likely to generate a higher swing and miss average. Hop+ of 100 is MLB average.
Fastball
Sink+
A fastball with sink has low backspin and drops through the strike zone. When thrown down in the zone, it is more likely to generate a higher ground ball percentage and lower launch angle. Sink+ of 100 is MLB average.
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
Curveball
Hammer+
A hammer breaking ball drops vertically with velocity through the zone, or 12-to-6 movement. Hammer+ of 100 is MLB average.
Curveball
Sweep+
A sweeping breaking ball moves horizontally with velocity through the zone. Sweep+ of 100 is MLB average.
Pitching Velos
2021
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
81.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
78.8
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
69.5
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
73.5
Game Performance
2024
2023
10 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-10-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
1.59
30 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-30-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
3.68
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.
1.71
30 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-30-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
3.90
Top Speed (MPH)
The athlete's fastest split time converted to miles per hour.
2022 PBR Future Games
Jul 27, 2022
Swift
1.95
10-yd
4.07
30-yd
7.10
60-yd
20.2
Run speed (max)
8.5
Run Speed (avg)
1.48
RSI (max)
1.48
RSI (avg)
1,884
Jump Power (max)
32.2
Jump Height (max)
31.9
Jump Height (avg)
NC/SC Border Battle
Jun 21, 2022
Swift
1.71
10-yd
3.87
30-yd
6.99
60-yd
19.7
Run speed (max)
8.6
Run Speed (avg)
1.61
RSI (max)
1.16
RSI (avg)
1,824
Jump Power (max)
31.1
Jump Height (max)
30.2
Jump Height (avg)
Vizual Edge
2022
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.
77.14
Pitch Ai
Notes
News
- 2024 1st Team All-North Carolina - Jul 1, 2024
- Scout Blog: Big Arms and Uncommitted Players to Know - Mar 26, 2024
- Arms Galore as No. 1 and No. 4 Hook Up - Mar 21, 2024
- NC Player of the Week: Week of FEB 26 - MAR 2 - Mar 4, 2024
- Inside the Rankings: Top Outfielders of 2024 Class - Feb 29, 2024
- NC Procase: Blast Leaders - Feb 26, 2024
- NC ProCase: Swift Athletics Leaders - Feb 23, 2024
- 2024 NC ProCase: Superlatives (Position Players) - Feb 19, 2024
- 2024 NC ProCase: Quick Hitters (Position Players) - Feb 16, 2024
- Data Dive: 2024 North Carolina ProCase - Feb 14, 2024
- Podcast: PBR All-American Game - North Carolina Leads The Way - Sep 28, 2023
- Scout Blog: Draft Follows for 2023 & Beyond - Mar 8, 2023
- Snapp Matches Cozart; WCA Gets Late Runs - Mar 7, 2023
- Swift Athletic Leaders: 2023 NC ProCase - Mar 1, 2023
- TrackMan Leaders: NC ProCase Pitchers - Feb 23, 2023
- Trackman Hitting Leaders: NC ProCase - Feb 22, 2023
- High School Preseason Previews: Big Bats - Feb 20, 2023
- Quick Hitters: NC ProCase - Underclass Position Payers - Feb 16, 2023
- Statistical Breakdown: North Carolina ProCase - Feb 15, 2023
- Top Stories of 2022: Team Carolina Performances Solidify this Prospect's Status - Jan 13, 2023
- 2022 Future Games: Team Carolina Positional Breakdown - OF - Aug 10, 2022
- Future Games: Shooter's Top Prospects (2024) - Aug 8, 2022
- 2022 Future Games: Team Carolina Quick Hitters - Position Players - Aug 4, 2022
- 2022 Future Games: Team Carolina - Catcher & Outfielder Preview - Jul 26, 2022
- Top Position Players Coming To Future Games - Jul 13, 2022
- NC/SC Border Battle: SWIFT ATHLETICS LEADERS - Jul 12, 2022
- NC vs. SC: The Border Battle Scoreboard - Part III - Jul 11, 2022
- NC/SC Border Battle: Blast Analytics - Jul 8, 2022
- NC/SC Border Battle: Trackman Leaders - Hitters - Jul 5, 2022
- NC/SC Border Battle: NC Superlatives - Jul 1, 2022
- NC/SC Border Battle: Quick Hitters - NC Position Players - Jun 29, 2022
- NC vs. SC: The Border Battle Scoreboard - Part I - Jun 28, 2022
- Nine to Know: Runners from Preseason Events - Mar 16, 2022
- Trackman Hitting Leaders: Preseason All State East - Feb 9, 2022
- Quick Hitters: Preseason All-State Position Players - Feb 3, 2022
- North Carolina Preseason All-State: Schedule, Roster & Previews - Jan 28, 2022
- The Best of 2021: INF & OF Arms - Jan 4, 2022
- The Best of 2021 Leaderboard: 60's - Jan 3, 2022
- Nine to Know: Uncommitted LHH to Follow - Sep 23, 2021
- TrackMan Leaders: Pitchers from the Preseason All-State II - Mar 30, 2021
- Quick Hitters: Preseason All-State II Pitchers - Mar 25, 2021
- Preseason All State II: Quick Hitters- Position Players - Mar 24, 2021
- Preview: Preseason All-State II - Mar 18, 2021
- High School Action: Cary Academy vs Caldwell Academy - Feb 26, 2021
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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: OF/OF Athletic left handed hitter that makes loud and consistent contact. Big mover after this workout as he should fly up some boards.
Body: 6-0, 185-pounds. Athletic frame. Broad shoulders. Tapered waist.
Hit: LHH. Tall, quiet setup. Feet slightly open, inside his shoulders. High hands. Flat bath. Relaxed. Small, quiet stride back to even. Hands with an easy bat tip to vertical load. Balanced throughout. Stable head throughout Power to both gaps. Advanced bat speed. Easy setup and delivery of a swing that does damage. 66.5 mph bat speed with 11 G's of rotational acceleration.
Power: 98 max exit velocity, averaged 87.4 mph. 351' max distance. Natural loft to both gaps. Advanced power for the age with an ability to project future power working to advance his prospect status. Ball jumps off the barrel and should continue to climb as he matures.
Arm: RH. OF-85 mph. Long, loose, and easy through an over-the-top slot.
Defense: Athletic and relaxed through the catch. Good rhythm in hands and feet. Easy catch, exchange, and release.
ATH: 1.59 and 3.68 in the 10 and 30 yard splits. 36.00 max vertical.