85
Velocity (max)
6/26/25
CLASS OF 2027
LHP
1B
Jacson
Taplin
Ambassador Christian (HS) • NC
6' 2" • 190LBS
L/L • 17yr 3mo
Travel Team: South Charlotte Panthers
6' 2" • 190LBS
L/L • 17yr 3mo
Travel Team: South Charlotte Panthers
Rankings
2027 National
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2027 State
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Commitment
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Best Of Stats
Fastball
83 - 85
Velo Range
6/26/25
1921
Spin Rate (avg)
2/02/25
Changeup
72.1 - 73.3
Velo Range
2/02/25
1755
Spin Rate (avg)
2/02/25
Curveball
67 - 69
Velo Range
6/26/25
1997
Spin Rate (avg)
2/02/25
95.7
Exit Velocity (max)
2/02/25
85.3
Exit Velocity (avg)
2/02/25
334
Distance (max)
2/02/25
64
Sweet Spot %
1/28/24
22.9
Hand Speed (max)
2/02/25
67.5
Bat Speed (max)
2/02/25
10.6
Rot. Acc (max)
6/11/24
29
Hard Hit %
2/02/25
7.56
60-yd
6/11/24
4.12
30-yd
2/02/25
1.77
10-yd
1/28/24
18.3
Run speed (max)
6/11/24
75
INF Velo
1/28/24
78
OF Velo
1/28/24
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C Velo
-
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Positional Tools
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).
74.0
Infield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an infield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
75.0
Outfield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an outfield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
78.0
Hitting
2025
2024
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).
85.3
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
334
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
217
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
18.151
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).
92.1
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
82.9
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
315
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
210
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
21.9181
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.
Preseason All-State West (Invite-Only)
Feb 2, 2025
Trackman - Hitting
95.7
Exit Velocity (max)
85.3
Exit Velocity (avg)
217
Distance (avg)
334
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
NC/SC Border Battle (Invite-Only)
Jun 11, 2024
Trackman - Hitting
91.2
Exit Velocity (max)
82.7
Exit Velocity (avg)
230
Distance (avg)
315
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Charlotte Preseason ID
Jan 28, 2024
Trackman - Hitting
92.1
Exit Velocity (max)
83.1
Exit Velocity (avg)
193
Distance (avg)
283
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
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.
22.9
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
19.2
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
67.5
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
63.1
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.
64.7
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
59.1
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.
Preseason All-State West (Invite-Only)
Feb 2, 2025
Blast - Hitting
22.9
Hand Speed (max)
19.2
Hand Speed (avg)
67.5
Bat Speed (max)
63.1
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
NC/SC Border Battle (Invite-Only)
Jun 11, 2024
Blast - Hitting
20.2
Hand Speed (max)
19.7
Hand Speed (avg)
61.3
Bat Speed (max)
56.2
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Charlotte Preseason ID
Jan 28, 2024
Blast - Hitting
19.1
Hand Speed (max)
18.5
Hand Speed (avg)
64.7
Bat Speed (max)
61.6
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Pitching
2025
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
83.5
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
82.8
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).
1921
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.
23.2
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).
62.8
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).
1997
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).
72.7
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).
1755
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 West (Invite-Only)
Feb 2, 2025
Trackman - Fastball
83.5
Velocity (max)
82.1 - 83.4
Velo Range
82.3
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,969
Spin Rate (max)
1,921
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
64.2
Velocity (max)
61.2 - 64.2
Velo Range
61.7
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,023
Spin Rate (max)
1,997
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
73.4
Velocity (max)
72.1 - 73.3
Velo Range
72.6
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,791
Spin Rate (max)
1,755
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Pitch Scores
Pitching Velos
2025
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
85.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
83.2
Game Performance
2024
10 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-10-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
1.77
30 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-30-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
4.20
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-60-yard time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
7.56
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
1.78
10-yd
4.20
30-yd
7.56
60-yd
18.3
Run speed (max)
1.60
RSI (max)
25.2
Jump Height (max)
2025
10 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-10-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
1.81
30 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-30-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
4.12
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.
Vizual Edge
Pitch Ai
Notes
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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.
Positional Profile: OF/LHP Left handed hitting outfielder with intriguing ceiling as he continues to mature into his frame.
Body: 6-2, 180-pounds. Physical presence with athleticism and projection in the frame.
Hit: LHH. Balanced and even. Slight bend in the knees. Hands comfortable off the back shoulder with a slight barrel tip in the setup. Some pre-pitch waggle. Simple load and small stride. Active back side sets up direct path. Two handed finish Direct with strength at contact. Average quickness. Stable head. Pull side gap emphasis with strength to the pull side. 56.2 mph bat speed with 9 G's of rotational acceleration.
Power: 91 max exit velocity, averaged 82.7 mph. 315' max distance. Efficient and direct. Lots to like as he continues to add strength to the frame. Positioned to take quick jumps as he continues to mature. Frame will hand strength gains.
Arm: LH. OF-76 mph. Long arm swing. Some uphill leverage in the shoulders. Over-the-top release. Average arm speed. Solid feel for direction.
Defense: Average mover. Feet chop slightly as he fields off the right foot. Some length in the exchange and release. Showed comfort moving left and right with catches on the move.
ATH: 7.56 runner in the 60. 1.78 and 4.20 in the 10 and 30 yard splits. 25.20 max vertical.
Positional Profile: OF/1B
Body: 6-1, 175-pounds. Athletic presence with broad shoulder and trimmed waist.
Hit: LHH. Narrow and open. Bat tip to start. Small rock and average stride.get to a stable and repeatable launch position. Natuarl loft in the swing. Loose with good barrel feel. 61.6 mph bat speed with 5 G's of rotational acceleration.
Power: 92 max exit velocity, averaged 83.1 mph. 283' max distance. Average bat speed showing feel for driving the baseball to the pull side.
Arm: LH. INF-75 mph. OF-78 mph. Long arm swing to an OTT slot. Solid arm speed and accuracy.
Defense: Athletic and aggressive through the ball. Should be able to play a COF or 1B spot with his athleticism.
ATH: 1.77 and 4.20 in the 10 and 30 yard splits. 24.70 max vertical.