@howerjake 
23.3
Hand Speed (max)
2/05/23
CLASS OF 2025
OF
3B
Jake
Hower
Cornell
McDowell (HS) • PA
6' 1" • 198LBS
R/R • 19yr 3mo
Travel Team: Northeast Pride 25 National
McDowell (HS) • PA
6' 1" • 198LBS
R/R • 19yr 3mo
Travel Team: Northeast Pride 25 National
Rankings
2025 National
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2025 State
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Commitment
Best Of Stats
79.9
Bat Speed (max)
2/05/23
12.1
Rot. Acc (max)
6/15/23
36
Hard Hit %
2/05/23
94.5
Exit Velocity (max)
2/05/23
87.3
Exit Velocity (avg)
2/05/23
332
Distance (max)
6/14/22
60
Sweet Spot %
6/14/22
6.80
60-yd
6/15/23
-
30-yd
-
10-yd
17.2
Run speed (max)
2/05/23
-
INF Velo
84
OF Velo
2/05/23
-
C Velo
-
Pop Time
Fastball
79
Velocity (max)
3/14/21
72.9 - 78.7
Velo Range
3/14/21
2006
Spin Rate (avg)
6/22/21
Changeup
64.6 - 67.4
Velo Range
3/14/21
1718
Spin Rate (avg)
3/14/21
Curveball
60.9 - 63.4
Velo Range
3/14/21
1633
Spin Rate (avg)
6/22/21
Positional Tools
2023
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)
6.80
Outfield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an outfield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
84.0
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.
13.9
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
7.03
Outfield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an outfield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
84.0
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.
13.0
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).
78.0
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.
12.1
Hitting
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).
94.5
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
82.1
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
285
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
199
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
28.2761
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).
91.0
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
80.9
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
332
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
239
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
28.0232
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).
86.7
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
77.3
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
285
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
165
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
20.994
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.
2023 PA State Games (Session 2)
Jun 15, 2023
Trackman - Hitting
81.1
Exit Velocity (max)
74.9
Exit Velocity (avg)
224
Distance (avg)
281
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
2023 Preseason ID: Northwest
Feb 5, 2023
Trackman - Hitting
94.5
Exit Velocity (max)
87.3
Exit Velocity (avg)
180
Distance (avg)
285
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
2022 PA State Games (Session 2)
Jun 14, 2022
Trackman - Hitting
89.7
Exit Velocity (max)
84.2
Exit Velocity (avg)
237
Distance (avg)
332
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
2022 Preseason All-State - Northwest
Feb 13, 2022
Trackman - Hitting
91.0
Exit Velocity (max)
77.5
Exit Velocity (avg)
241
Distance (avg)
323
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
2021 JR PA State Games
Jun 22, 2021
Trackman - Hitting
86.7
Exit Velocity (max)
73.5
Exit Velocity (avg)
191
Distance (avg)
285
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
2021 JR PA State Games Trials - West
Mar 14, 2021
Trackman - Hitting
84.3
Exit Velocity (max)
80.3
Exit Velocity (avg)
144
Distance (avg)
258
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Hitting
2023
2022
2021
Hand Speed Max
The highest Peak Hand Speed of any swing in the given event year.
23.3
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
20.5
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
79.9
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
73.1
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.
22.4
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
21.1
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
76.9
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
70.5
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.
22.8
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
20.6
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
68.7
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
64.6
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.
2023 PA State Games (Session 2)
Jun 15, 2023
Blast - Hitting
22.6
Hand Speed (max)
20.1
Hand Speed (avg)
75.8
Bat Speed (max)
71.8
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
2023 Preseason ID: Northwest
Feb 5, 2023
Blast - Hitting
23.3
Hand Speed (max)
21.1
Hand Speed (avg)
79.9
Bat Speed (max)
74.7
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
2022 PA State Games (Session 2)
Jun 14, 2022
Blast - Hitting
21.9
Hand Speed (max)
20.6
Hand Speed (avg)
76.9
Bat Speed (max)
72.6
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
2022 Preseason All-State - Northwest
Feb 13, 2022
Blast - Hitting
22.4
Hand Speed (max)
21.4
Hand Speed (avg)
73.9
Bat Speed (max)
68.8
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
2021 JR PA State Games
Jun 22, 2021
Blast - Hitting
22.8
Hand Speed (max)
21.2
Hand Speed (avg)
68.3
Bat Speed (max)
65.7
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
2021 JR PA State Games Trials - West
Mar 14, 2021
Blast - Hitting
21.3
Hand Speed (max)
20.1
Hand Speed (avg)
68.7
Bat Speed (max)
63.6
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).
78.7
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
76.1
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).
1978
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.
26.0
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).
61.5
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).
1488
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).
66.0
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).
1718
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).
2021 JR PA State Games
Jun 22, 2021
Trackman - Fastball
78.3
Velocity (max)
74.7 - 77.6
Velo Range
73.3
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,153
Spin Rate (max)
2,006
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Curveball
59.0
Velocity (max)
1,633
Spin Rate (max)
1,633
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
2021 JR PA State Games Trials - West
Mar 14, 2021
Trackman - Fastball
78.7
Velocity (max)
72.9 - 78.7
Velo Range
75.8
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,954
Spin Rate (max)
1,879
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Curveball
63.4
Velocity (max)
60.9 - 63.4
Velo Range
60.9
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,498
Spin Rate (max)
1,440
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Trackman - ChangeUp
67.4
Velocity (max)
64.6 - 67.4
Velo Range
65.8
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,740
Spin Rate (max)
1,718
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
Pitching Velos
2021
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
79.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
76.0
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
60.2
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
66.0
Game Performance
2023
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-60-yard time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
7.14
Top Speed (MPH)
The athlete's fastest split time converted to miles per hour.
2023 Preseason ID: Northwest
Feb 5, 2023
Swift
7.14
60-yd
17.2
Run speed (max)
2.25
RSI (max)
2.25
RSI (avg)
1,682
Jump Power (max)
28.3
Jump Height (max)
27.9
Jump Height (avg)
Vizual Edge
2023
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.
79.71
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.
70.75
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Physical: 6-1, 185 pounds; Athletic, Muscular build. 6.8 runner in the 60.
Offensively: RHH. Even setup, with feet just outside his shoulders; bat positioned at a 45 degree angle. Short take back with the hands with a slight leg-kick for timing. Stays behind the ball while showing a strong lower half. Showed a downward swing path with a late one hand finish. More flyballs than line drives and groundballs with a peak exit velocity of 80 MPH via Trackman.
Defensively: Starts with an upright /tall setup; walks into ready position while being aggressive. Hands are off to the side with a clean transfer. Moderate arm circle from a high 3/4 arm slot. OF - 77 MPH.
Physical: 6-foot-0, 185 pounds; Athletic, proportional build. 7.14 runner in the 60.
Offensively: RHH. Even setup, with feet just outside his shoulders; bat positioned at a 45 degree angle. Short take back with the hands with a knee knock leg kick for timing. Drifts into contact while showing a strong lower half. Showed a direct swing path with a one-handed finish. More line drives than flyballs and groundballs with a peak exit velocity of 95 MPH via Trackman. Elite bat speed maxed at 79.9mph. Displayed solid plate coverage.
Defensively: Starts with an upright /tall setup; uses prep step while displaying fluid actions to the baseball. Hands are off to the side while funneling to the hip before transfer. Long arm swing from a standard 3/4 arm slot.OF - 84 MPH. Displayed speed and the ability to cover ground in the outfield with plus arm strength.
Physical: Upside 6-foot-1, 180lb frame with athletic actions. 7.05 runner in the 60-yard dash.
Offensively: RHH. Balanced, even stance, as the hands operated loosely at the shoulder to begin. Utilized a controlled leg-kick stride to initiate the swing through a compact, uphill path into the hitting zone. Led his high school team in hits as a true Freshman this past year, very adjustable and sure of himself in the box. Posted T90 mph exit with gap-to-gap feel and rotational strength.
Defensively: The outfielder profiles as a corner piece with a soft glove hand and natural instincts in space, off the bat. A quick drop-step technique allowed him to cover ground in-game and an 84 mph arm-strength showed well positionally.
Physical: Athletic, projectable 6-foot-1, 180lb frame with more to come. 7.03 runner in the 60-yard dash.
Offensively: RHH - Upright, coiled start with the feet slightly closed in the stance. Utilized a leg kick stride to initiate the swing through an uphill path towards a whippy, one-handed finish on the backside. Sat back well to create space and let the arms find extension on the ball, en route to a lofty approach during his round. Notched a 91 mph bat-exit velocity with ability to square pitches on the inner half to the pull-side for distance (323 feet). Natural bat-speed available and tries to do damage each and every time in the box.
Defensively: The primary outfielder chopped the feet with corner projection, fielding softly off his left side with adequate pace to the target. Got off the drive leg well with a high intent, H ¾ finish up to 81 mph from his position. Mostly direct footwork on this look.
Physical: 5-foot-11, 160 pounds; Long, athletic build. 7.14 runner in the 60.
Offensively: RHH. Even setup, with feet shoulder width apart; has a pre-pitch bat waggle. Drops hands on the way back with a knee knock leg kick for timing. Stays behind the ball while showing a strong lower half. Showed a slight lift to the ball with a high finish. More line drives than flyballs and groundballs with a peak exit velocity of 87 MPH via Trackman.
Defensively: Starts with an upright /tall setup; static during pre-pitch while quick first step. Hands are off to the side while standing up during transfer. Long arm swing from a standard 3/4 arm slot. OF - 78 MPH.
Pitching: Hower uses a center rubber setup while using an angled drop step. Minimal leg lift with shoulders above the hips. Has a long stride while landing slightly closed. Moderate arm swing while arm wraps behind the body, while working through a standard 3/4 slot. Spins off 1B side with finish. FB: Peak velo of 78 MPH, while sitting 75-77 MPH; arm side run. CB: 58-59 MPH; sweeping lateral action.