@MecknaMichael 
90.4
Velocity (max)
5/22/22
CLASS OF 2024
RHP
OF
Michael
Meckna
Elkhorn South (HS) • NE
6' 3" • 190LBS
R/R • 19yr 11mo
Travel Team: Nebraska Prospects Scout
Rankings
2024 National
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2024 State
Rankings available to Premium Subscriber
Commitment
Best Of Stats
Fastball
86 - 90
Velo Range
6/09/22
2527
Spin Rate (avg)
8/08/21
Changeup
80.8 - 81.3
Velo Range
7/27/22
1772
Spin Rate (avg)
8/08/21
Curveball
75.1 - 78.1
Velo Range
5/22/22
2568
Spin Rate (avg)
2/20/22
Slider
73 - 75
Velo Range
8/08/21
2445
Spin Rate (avg)
2/20/22
97.2
Exit Velocity (max)
7/27/22
83.8
Exit Velocity (avg)
5/22/22
338
Distance (max)
5/22/22
60
Sweet Spot %
5/22/22
22.9
Hand Speed (max)
7/27/22
72.3
Bat Speed (max)
7/27/22
20.1
Rot. Acc (max)
7/27/22
38
Hard Hit %
2/20/22
7.12
60-yd
6/03/22
3.97
30-yd
7/27/22
1.72
10-yd
7/27/22
19.1
Run speed (max)
7/27/22
82
INF Velo
7/27/22
92
OF Velo
7/27/22
-
C Velo
-
Pop Time
2021 PBR Iowa Fall Tournaments
Oct 15, 2021
Game Action
Mar 29, 2021
Positional Tools
2022
2021
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60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
7.12
Infield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an infield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
82.0
Outfield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an outfield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
92.0
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.
13.7
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
7.24
Outfield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an outfield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
90.0
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.
11.9
Hitting
2022
2021
Exit Velocity Max
The highest exit velocity of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
97.2
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
80.6
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
338
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
186
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
20.5
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).
86.1
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
78.1
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
252
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
140
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
15.7
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.
2022 PBR Future Games
Jul 27, 2022
Trackman - Hitting
97.2
Exit Velocity (max)
81.7
Exit Velocity (avg)
175
Distance (avg)
309
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
PBR NE Scout Day- Nebraska Prospects
Jun 3, 2022
Trackman - Hitting
92.7
Exit Velocity (max)
83.1
Exit Velocity (avg)
133
Distance (avg)
264
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
PBR NE Elite 50 (Invite Only)
May 22, 2022
Trackman - Hitting
91.2
Exit Velocity (max)
83.8
Exit Velocity (avg)
254
Distance (avg)
338
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
PBR NE Preseason All-State
Feb 20, 2022
Trackman - Hitting
94.0
Exit Velocity (max)
75.6
Exit Velocity (avg)
195
Distance (avg)
235
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
PBR NE Summer Review
Aug 8, 2021
Trackman - Hitting
86.1
Exit Velocity (max)
78.1
Exit Velocity (avg)
140
Distance (avg)
252
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Hitting
2022
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.
21.9
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
72.3
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
68.7
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.
2022 PBR Future Games
Jul 27, 2022
Blast - Hitting
22.9
Hand Speed (max)
21.9
Hand Speed (avg)
72.3
Bat Speed (max)
68.7
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Pitching
2022
2021
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
90.4
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
87.5
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).
2267
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.
25.9
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).
76.4
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).
2478
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).
79.5
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).
1750
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).
Slider
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
73.9
Slider
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).
2445
Slider
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).
88.4
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
86.8
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).
2527
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.
29.1
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).
72.4
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).
2493
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).
79.1
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).
1772
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).
Slider
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
73.4
Slider
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).
2393
Slider
Total Movement Avg
The average total non-gravity movement for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in inches (in).
2022 PBR Future Games
Jul 27, 2022
Trackman - Fastball
89.3
Velocity (max)
85.5 - 88.4
Velo Range
85.2
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,451
Spin Rate (max)
2,243
Spin Rate (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Trackman - Curveball
77.4
Velocity (max)
76.3 - 77.4
Velo Range
73.9
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,504
Spin Rate (max)
2,431
Spin Rate (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Trackman - ChangeUp
81.3
Velocity (max)
80.8 - 81.3
Velo Range
79.1
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,822
Spin Rate (max)
1,731
Spin Rate (avg)
Spin Score (max)
PBR NE Elite 50 (Invite Only)
May 22, 2022
Trackman - Fastball
90.4
Velocity (max)
88.0 - 89.4
Velo Range
87.3
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,447
Spin Rate (max)
2,314
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Curveball
78.1
Velocity (max)
75.1 - 78.1
Velo Range
73.8
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,700
Spin Rate (max)
2,501
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - ChangeUp
83.1
Velocity (max)
80.9
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,759
Spin Rate (max)
1,759
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
PBR NE Preseason All-State
Feb 20, 2022
Trackman - Fastball
89.7
Velocity (max)
88.2 - 89.6
Velo Range
88.6
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,443
Spin Rate (max)
2,354
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Curveball
72.1
Velocity (max)
70.5
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,568
Spin Rate (max)
2,568
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Slider
74.6
Velocity (max)
72.5 - 74.6
Velo Range
71.9
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,556
Spin Rate (max)
2,445
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - ChangeUp
78.7
Velocity (max)
77.8 - 78.5
Velo Range
77.0
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,881
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 %
PBR NE Summer Review
Aug 8, 2021
Trackman - Fastball
88.4
Velocity (max)
85.7 - 88.0
Velo Range
84.1
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,660
Spin Rate (max)
2,527
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Curveball
72.5
Velocity (max)
72.2 - 72.5
Velo Range
2,540
Spin Rate (max)
2,493
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Trackman - Slider
74.0
Velocity (max)
72.9 - 73.9
Velo Range
70.0
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,475
Spin Rate (max)
2,393
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - ChangeUp
79.4
Velocity (max)
78.7 - 79.4
Velo Range
76.4
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,790
Spin Rate (max)
1,772
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Pitch Scores
2022
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
Slider
Hammer+
A hammer breaking ball drops vertically with velocity through the zone, or 12-to-6 movement. Hammer+ of 100 is MLB average.
Slider
Sweep+
A sweeping breaking ball moves horizontally with velocity through the zone. Sweep+ of 100 is MLB average.
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
PBR NE Preseason All-State
Feb 20, 2022
Pitch Scores - Fastball
Hop+
Rise+
Sink+
Pitch Scores - Curveball
Hammer+
Sweep+
Pitch Scores - Slider
Hammer+
Sweep+
PBR NE Summer Review
Aug 8, 2021
Pitch Scores - Fastball
Hop+
Rise+
Sink+
Pitch Scores - Curveball
Hammer+
Sweep+
Pitch Scores - Slider
Hammer+
Sweep+
Pitching Velos
2022
2021
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
90.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
88.0
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
88.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
84.8
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
69.8
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
76.0
Slider
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
74.0
Game Performance
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.
77.46
Pitch Ai
2022
Arm Speed
The maximum speed, in the direction of home plate, that the wrist is traveling. Measured in meters per second (m/s)
Arm Slot
Angle of the forearm relative to the ground between maximum external rotation (MER) and ball release (BR). Which can be a powerful player comparison metric, delivered in degrees.
Knee Extension Velo
The angular velocity of the front knee straightening after foot plant, which provides indicators of velocity potential. Measured in degrees per second.
Deception
The amount of time that the ball is visible to the hitter, after the instant of front foot strike. Measures in milliseconds.
Hip-Shoulder Separation
The difference in angle of between the hips and shoulders, occurring close to the foot plant. Measured in degrees.
2022 PBR Future Games
Jul 27, 2022
ProPlayAI - Foot Plant
Elbow Flexion (avg)
Shoulder Abduction (avg)
Hip Shoulder Seperation (avg)
ProPlayAI - MER
External Rotation (avg)
Stride Length (avg)
Horizontal Abduction (avg)
ProPlayAI - Release
Arm Speed (max)
Arm Speed (avg)
Knee Extension Velocity (max)
Knee Extension Velocity (avg)
Knee Flexion (avg)
Arm Slot (avg)
Lateral Trunk Tilt (avg)
Arm Path (avg)
Deception (avg)
Torque (avg)
Efficiency (avg)
Sequencing (avg)
PBR NE Elite 50 (Invite Only)
May 22, 2022
ProPlayAI - Foot Plant
Elbow Flexion (avg)
Shoulder Abduction (avg)
Hip Shoulder Seperation (avg)
ProPlayAI - MER
External Rotation (avg)
Stride Length (avg)
Horizontal Abduction (avg)
ProPlayAI - Release
Arm Speed (max)
Arm Speed (avg)
Knee Extension Velocity (max)
Knee Extension Velocity (avg)
Knee Flexion (avg)
Arm Slot (avg)
Lateral Trunk Tilt (avg)
Arm Path (avg)
Deception (avg)
Torque (avg)
Efficiency (avg)
Sequencing (avg)
PBR NE Preseason All-State
Feb 20, 2022
ProPlayAI - Foot Plant
Elbow Flexion (avg)
Shoulder Abduction (avg)
Hip Shoulder Seperation (avg)
ProPlayAI - MER
External Rotation (avg)
Stride Length (avg)
Horizontal Abduction (avg)
ProPlayAI - Release
Arm Speed (max)
Arm Speed (avg)
Knee Extension Velocity (max)
Knee Extension Velocity (avg)
Knee Flexion (avg)
Arm Slot (avg)
Lateral Trunk Tilt (avg)
Arm Path (avg)
Deception (avg)
Torque (avg)
Efficiency (avg)
Sequencing (avg)
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Michael Meckna, Elkhorn South (), 2024
Positional Profile: RHP/OF
Body: 6-3, 188-pounds.
Hit: RHH. Athletic setup w/ small movements in load. Consistent hard contact with mostly line drives and fly balls in bp
Power: 91.2 max exit velocity, averaged 83.8 mph. 338’ max distance.
Arm: RH. OF - 90 mph.
Defense: athletic movements and actions w/ a plus arm
Run: 7.14 runner in the 60.
Michael Meckna, Elkhorn South (), 2024
Positional Profile: RHP/OF
Body: 6-3, 188-pounds.
Delivery: Athletic tempo slight glove tap for timing at top of leg kick. Works hips down the mound well
Arm Action: RH. Some stiffness out of the glove w/ longer backside circle. Quick athletic ¾ finish
FB: T90.4, 88.0-89.4 mph. T2447, 2313 average rpm. Slight cut to glove side, Heavy through catcher
CB: 75.1-78.1 mph. T2699, 2501 average rpm. 11-5 Sharp breaking action
Positional Profile: RHP/OF
Body: 6-3, 180-pounds.
Defense: Patient east feet with confident glove action down through the ball. Short quick arm action.
Arm: OF - 91 mph.
Hit: RHH. Open stance w/ loaded hands. Slight hover in low controlled knee lift. Aggressive swing with consistent hard contact to the pull side in bp.
Power: 94 mph exit velocity from Trackman.
Run: 7.19 runner in the 60.
Delivery: Small rocker w/ good tempo and high relaxed leg lift. Rides momentum well down the mound w. Closed toe at foot plant.
Arm action: shorter action out of the glove with quick high ¾ finish.
FB: T89.70, 88.2-89.6 mph. Some jump out of the hand w/ good command ot glove side
SL: 72.5-74.6 mph. Late tight break. Backed up on occasion
CH: 77.8-78.5 mph. Good depth and arm speed.
The young RHP showed good glimpses of potential in his outing this weekend. Slender build with high coordination allows for his operation to be very clean and repeatable. Ran the FB up to 87 mph on the day, while sitting mostly 83-85 mph. From a true ¾ arm slot, Meckna has potential on the mound while having a body to dream on. High level 2024 prospect.
Positional Profile: RHP/OF
6-foot-3, 175-pounds two way player ran his fastball up to 88 mph. Lean athletic build. Fastball gets on a downhill plane, straight action. Above average spin rate. Above average feel for both slider and curveball. Both show depth and tight spin. Slight fade action on change up to his armside. Ran a 7.24 60 yard sprint. Slightly open narrow stance, stride triggers barrel tip, top spin contact during round of BP. Pull side approach. Posted a top exit speed of 86.06 mph per Trackman. Clean actions in the outfield, above average arm.