@benkulp37 
88.3
Velocity (max)
2/25/24
CLASS OF 2026
RHP
1B
Ben
Kulp
Wilson (HS) • PA
6' 0" • 212LBS
S/R • 18yr 3mo
Travel Team: 3up3downEL1
6' 0" • 212LBS
S/R • 18yr 3mo
Travel Team: 3up3downEL1
Rankings
2026 National
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2026 State
Rankings available to Premium Subscriber
Commitment
Best Of Stats
Fastball
87.1 - 88.1
Velo Range
2/25/24
2259
Spin Rate (avg)
6/12/24
Changeup
77.8 - 78.6
Velo Range
2/25/24
1250
Spin Rate (avg)
6/12/24
Curveball
74.9 - 76.3
Velo Range
2/25/24
2251
Spin Rate (avg)
2/25/24
Slider
78.1 - 79.1
Velo Range
2/25/24
2685
Spin Rate (avg)
6/12/24
96.4
Exit Velocity (max)
2/25/24
83.1
Exit Velocity (avg)
2/26/23
361
Distance (max)
2/25/24
67
Sweet Spot %
2/26/23
22.5
Hand Speed (max)
2/25/24
85.8
Bat Speed (max)
2/25/24
19.1
Rot. Acc (max)
2/25/24
20
Hard Hit %
2/25/24
7.56
60-yd
2/25/24
-
30-yd
-
10-yd
16.2
Run speed (max)
2/25/24
83
INF Velo
6/13/23
-
OF Velo
-
C Velo
-
Pop Time
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)
7.56
Infield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an infield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
83.0
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.
12.8
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
7.89
Infield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an infield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
83.0
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.
11.3
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).
96.4
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
80.3
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
361
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.
29.2558
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).
89.2
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
82.5
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
328
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
208
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
19.0697
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.
2024 PA Preseason ID: Southeast
Feb 25, 2024
Trackman - Hitting
96.4
Exit Velocity (max)
80.3
Exit Velocity (avg)
220
Distance (avg)
361
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
2023 PA State Games (Session 1)
Jun 13, 2023
Trackman - Hitting
89.1
Exit Velocity (max)
81.8
Exit Velocity (avg)
215
Distance (avg)
328
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
2023 Preseason ID: East
Feb 26, 2023
Trackman - Hitting
89.2
Exit Velocity (max)
83.1
Exit Velocity (avg)
201
Distance (avg)
311
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.
22.5
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
19.5
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
85.8
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
75.0
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.
21.4
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
19.4
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
79.0
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
68.4
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.
2024 PA Preseason ID: Southeast
Feb 25, 2024
Blast - Hitting
22.5
Hand Speed (max)
19.5
Hand Speed (avg)
85.8
Bat Speed (max)
75.0
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
2023 PA State Games (Session 1)
Jun 13, 2023
Blast - Hitting
21.4
Hand Speed (max)
19.3
Hand Speed (avg)
76.9
Bat Speed (max)
67.6
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
2023 Preseason ID: East
Feb 26, 2023
Blast - Hitting
20.8
Hand Speed (max)
19.4
Hand Speed (avg)
79.0
Bat Speed (max)
69.3
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Pitching
2024
2023
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
88.3
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
86.3
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).
2257
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.
26.2
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).
73.1
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).
2227
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).
Slider
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
77.6
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).
2630
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).
Splitter
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
77.6
Splitter
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).
1175
Splitter
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).
85.5
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
82.2
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).
2159
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.
26.3
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).
70.9
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).
2051
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).
75.5
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).
1041
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).
75.5
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).
2457
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).
Splitter
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
75.7
Splitter
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).
1043
Splitter
Total Movement Avg
The average total non-gravity movement for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in inches (in).
Future Games (Class of 2026/27)
Jul 24, 2024
Trackman - Fastball
86.1
Velocity (max)
83.1 - 85.0
Velo Range
83.0
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,214
Spin Rate (max)
2,026
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Curveball
73.8
Velocity (max)
72.7 - 73.8
Velo Range
71.5
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,360
Spin Rate (max)
2,155
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Slider
78.3
Velocity (max)
77.1 - 78.1
Velo Range
77.3
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,527
Spin Rate (max)
2,435
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Splitter
76.6
Velocity (max)
75.0 - 76.2
Velo Range
74.1
Eff Velocity (avg)
775
Spin Rate (max)
846
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
2024 PA State Games (Session 2)
Jun 12, 2024
Trackman - Fastball
88.3
Velocity (max)
84.8 - 87.2
Velo Range
85.2
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,420
Spin Rate (max)
2,259
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
73.8
Velocity (max)
69.0 - 73.6
Velo Range
69.8
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,291
Spin Rate (max)
2,209
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Trackman - Slider
75.4
Velocity (max)
73.6
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,685
Spin Rate (max)
2,685
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Trackman - Splitter
78.4
Velocity (max)
76.2 - 78.4
Velo Range
76.3
Eff Velocity (avg)
861
Spin Rate (max)
1,250
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
2024 PA Preseason ID: Southeast
Feb 25, 2024
Trackman - Fastball
88.3
Velocity (max)
87.1 - 88.1
Velo Range
87.0
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,363
Spin Rate (max)
2,245
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
76.4
Velocity (max)
74.9 - 76.3
Velo Range
73.1
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,346
Spin Rate (max)
2,251
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Trackman - Slider
79.1
Velocity (max)
78.1 - 79.1
Velo Range
76.9
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,575
Spin Rate (max)
2,575
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Trackman - Splitter
78.6
Velocity (max)
77.8 - 78.6
Velo Range
76.5
Eff Velocity (avg)
992
Spin Rate (max)
1,027
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
2023 PBR Future Games
Jul 26, 2023
Trackman - Fastball
85.5
Velocity (max)
81.6 - 84.1
Velo Range
82.0
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,213
Spin Rate (max)
2,172
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Curveball
74.1
Velocity (max)
71.2 - 72.9
Velo Range
70.6
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,392
Spin Rate (max)
2,108
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Slider
77.3
Velocity (max)
74.5 - 76.6
Velo Range
75.2
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,555
Spin Rate (max)
2,457
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
2023 PA State Games (Session 1)
Jun 13, 2023
Trackman - Fastball
84.9
Velocity (max)
81.1 - 83.2
Velo Range
80.4
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,280
Spin Rate (max)
2,161
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
71.1
Velocity (max)
69.7 - 70.9
Velo Range
67.9
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,197
Spin Rate (max)
2,108
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Splitter
76.5
Velocity (max)
75.2 - 76.4
Velo Range
73.5
Eff Velocity (avg)
880
Spin Rate (max)
1,043
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
2023 Preseason ID: East
Feb 26, 2023
Trackman - Fastball
82.1
Velocity (max)
80.5 - 81.9
Velo Range
78.4
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,181
Spin Rate (max)
2,128
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Trackman - Curveball
69.0
Velocity (max)
68.5 - 69.0
Velo Range
65.4
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,853
Spin Rate (max)
1,768
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Trackman - ChangeUp
77.0
Velocity (max)
74.7 - 76.8
Velo Range
72.3
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,165
Spin Rate (max)
1,041
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Pitch Scores
2024
2023
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.
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
2024
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)
85.4
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
Slider
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
77.0
Game Performance
2024
2023
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.
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-60-yard time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
8.12
Top Speed (MPH)
The athlete's fastest split time converted to miles per hour.
Vizual Edge
2024
2023
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.
73.69
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.
76.82
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Physical
2024
2023
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 (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.
Physical: Muscular, durable 6-foot-1, 210-pound frame with strikeout potential.
Pitching: RHP. Starts off the far left corner of the rubber; developing pace that unleashes off of a stacked backside from a near OTT slot. Sat 82-84, T86MPH at 2213rpms with up to 20 inch IVB to the top of the zone. Mixed a commanded two-plane CB and newly added 75-77MPH SL with + spin (2555). Chance for another jump in the coming year. Wanted the ball after a 45 min rain delay following inning one.