20.5
Hand Speed (max)
1/04/26
CLASS OF 2027
C
3B
Payton
Ware
Dickinson (HS) • TX
5' 10" • 214LBS
R/R • 17yr 6mo
Travel Team: Houston Wildcatters Powered by Prime
5' 10" • 214LBSR/R • 17yr 6mo
Travel Team: Houston Wildcatters Powered by Prime
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Best Of Stats
75.4
Bat Speed (max)
1/04/26
11.6
Rot. Acc (max)
1/04/26
50
Hard Hit %
1/04/26
93.8
Exit Velocity (max)
1/04/26
87.7
Exit Velocity (avg)
1/04/26
311
Distance (max)
1/07/24
55
Sweet Spot %
1/07/24
7.38
60-yd
1/04/26
4.11
30-yd
1/04/26
1.77
10-yd
1/04/26
18.8
Run speed (max)
1/04/26
82
INF Velo
1/07/24
-
OF Velo
78
C Velo
1/04/26
2.05 - 2.10
Pop Time
8/19/23
Fastball
85.2
Velocity (max)
1/04/26
78.8 - 85.1
Velo Range
1/04/26
1988
Spin Rate (avg)
1/04/26
Changeup
76 - 78
Velo Range
1/04/26
1365
Spin Rate (avg)
1/04/26
Curveball
68.3 - 69.7
Velo Range
8/19/23
1922
Spin Rate (avg)
8/19/23
Slider
73.9 - 78.5
Velo Range
1/04/26
2306
Spin Rate (avg)
1/04/26
Positional Tools
2026
2024
2023
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Pop Time
The athlete's fastest pop time in the given event year. Measured from glove to glove, in seconds (s).
2.16 - 2.25
Catcher Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from the catcher position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
78.0
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
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
7.79
Pop Time
The athlete's fastest pop time in the given event year. Measured from glove to glove, in seconds (s).
2.08 - 2.18
Catcher Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from the catcher position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
73.0
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
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.
11.6
Pop Time
The athlete's fastest pop time in the given event year. Measured from glove to glove, in seconds (s).
2.05 - 2.10
Catcher Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from the catcher position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
72.0
Infield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an infield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
81.0
Hitting
2026
2024
2023
Exit Velocity Max
The highest exit velocity of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
93.8
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
87.7
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
299
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
110
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
4.7492
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).
90.4
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
78.6
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
311
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.
27.4562
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).
80.3
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
75.5
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
286
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
229
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
40.9569
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.
Houston Preseason ID
Jan 4, 2026
Trackman - Hitting
93.8
Exit Velocity (max)
87.7
Exit Velocity (avg)
110
Distance (avg)
299
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Ground Ball %
North Houston Preseason ID
Jan 7, 2024
Trackman - Hitting
90.4
Exit Velocity (max)
78.6
Exit Velocity (avg)
210
Distance (avg)
311
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Wildcatters Scout Day
Aug 19, 2023
Trackman - Hitting
80.3
Exit Velocity (max)
75.5
Exit Velocity (avg)
229
Distance (avg)
286
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Hitting
2026
2024
Hand Speed Max
The highest Peak Hand Speed of any swing in the given event year.
20.5
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
19.6
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
75.4
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
71.5
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.
19.9
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
17.7
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
73.6
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
68.3
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.
Houston Preseason ID
Jan 4, 2026
Blast - Hitting
20.5
Hand Speed (max)
19.6
Hand Speed (avg)
75.4
Bat Speed (max)
71.5
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
North Houston Preseason ID
Jan 7, 2024
Blast - Hitting
19.9
Hand Speed (max)
17.7
Hand Speed (avg)
73.6
Bat Speed (max)
68.3
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Pitching
2026
2024
2023
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
85.2
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
81.9
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).
1988
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.
24.3
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).
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
77.1
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).
1365
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).
76.2
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).
2306
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).
79.2
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
78.7
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).
1742
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.
22.1
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).
68.0
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).
1843
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).
71.9
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).
1252
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).
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
80.2
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
77.9
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).
1800
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.
23.1
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).
69.0
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).
1922
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).
Houston Preseason ID
Jan 4, 2026
Trackman - Fastball
85.2
Velocity (max)
78.8 - 85.1
Velo Range
80.9
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,259
Spin Rate (max)
1,988
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
78.5
Velocity (max)
73.9 - 78.5
Velo Range
73.5
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,340
Spin Rate (max)
2,306
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - ChangeUp
77.8
Velocity (max)
76.3 - 77.8
Velo Range
76.0
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,485
Spin Rate (max)
1,365
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
North Houston Preseason ID
Jan 7, 2024
Trackman - Fastball
79.2
Velocity (max)
78.3 - 79.1
Velo Range
76.3
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,751
Spin Rate (max)
1,742
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
68.0
Velocity (max)
66.0
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,843
Spin Rate (max)
1,843
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Trackman - ChangeUp
73.3
Velocity (max)
70.5 - 73.3
Velo Range
70.4
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,352
Spin Rate (max)
1,252
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Wildcatters Scout Day
Aug 19, 2023
Trackman - Fastball
80.2
Velocity (max)
76.5 - 79.2
Velo Range
76.3
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,015
Spin Rate (max)
1,800
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
69.7
Velocity (max)
68.3 - 69.7
Velo Range
66.5
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,946
Spin Rate (max)
1,922
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Pitch Scores
Pitching Velos
2026
2024
2023
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)
82.0
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
77.0
Slider
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
76.0
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)
78.5
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
68.0
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
71.5
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
80.0
Game Performance
2024
10 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-10-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
1.83
30 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-30-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
4.27
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-60-yard time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
7.79
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.
North Houston Preseason ID
Jan 7, 2024
Swift
1.83
10-yd
4.27
30-yd
7.79
60-yd
17.5
Run speed (max)
1.98
RSI (max)
24.2
Jump Height (max)
2026
10 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-10-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
1.76
30 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-30-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
4.11
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-60-yard time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
7.38
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.
Vizual Edge
2026
2024
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.
71.55
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.
57.37
Pitch Ai
Notes
News
- Houston Preseason ID: Catcher Analysis - Feb 9, 2026
- 2026 Preseason ID Leaderboard: Infield Velocity - Jan 26, 2026
- 2026 Preseason ID Leaderboard: Catcher Velocity - Jan 22, 2026
- 2026 Preseason ID Leaderboard: Max Fastball Velocity - Jan 21, 2026
- Houston Preseason ID: Pitcher Data Dive - Jan 8, 2026
- Houston Preseason ID: Statistical Analysis - Jan 6, 2026
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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: C/SS RHH/INF/C Solid build/frame to add strength in future. Decent lower half. Projects as avg runner. G2G style hitter at the plate with smooth/repeatable swing. More pull side pop now. Shows ability to drive both gaps. Solid receiver behind the plate. Good presentation of glove with quick exchange. Shows solid actions on the dirt. Corner INF type player. Shows some feel. RHP Strike thrower with repeatable delivery. Compact and clean path with some hand speed. Change of speed over power velocity. Developing movements and shapes. Watch progress.
Body: 5-10, 214-pounds. Solid build/frame to add strength in future. Decent lower. Width to back and shoulders.
Delivery: Side rock step to a high leg lift at balance. Drop and drive down the mound. Gets into front side. Can create better direction towards target with front hip and front heel.
Arm Action: RH. Compact arm path with H3/4 slot. Some hand speed present.
FB: T85, 79-85 mph. Shows feel for zone. Can create more ASR with hand positioning. T2259, 1988 average rpm.
SL: 74-78 mph. Decent spin and axis. Will get more depth when hand gets out front. T2340, 2306 average rpm.
CH: 76-78 mph. Shows better movement. Can soften pitch. T1485, 1365 average rpm.
ATH: 7.38 runner in the 60. 1.77 and 4.11 in the 10 and 30 yard splits. Decent start. Maintains solid posture throughout run. an get knees higher and use more hips in first 15-20 yds. 20.70 max vertical.
Positional Profile: C/SS RHH/INF/C Solid build/frame to add strength in future. Decent lower half. Projects as avg runner. G2G style hitter at the plate with smooth/repeatable swing. More pull side pop now. Shows ability to drive both gaps. Solid receiver behind the plate. Good presentation of glove with quick exchange. Shows solid actions on the dirt. Corner INF type player. Shows some feel. RHP Strike thrower with repeatable delivery. Compact and clean path with some hand speed. Change of speed over power velocity. Developing movements and shapes. Watch progress.
Body: 5-10, 214-pounds. Solid build/frame to add strength in future. Decent lower. Width to back and shoulders.
Hit: RHH. Balanced setup with more narrow/upright stance. Knee lift load in lower. Hands work with rhythm into solid hitting position. Decent weight shift to launch. Can create more front shoulder/front foot separation on stride for more powerful position. Decent path with hands and elbows. Barrel flattens through zone. Some hand speed. Can get back elbow to clear body a little more when working through zone. 71.5 mph bat speed with 8 G's of rotational acceleration.
Power: 94 max exit velocity, averaged 87.7 mph. 299' max distance. Nice hit/power combo. Will improve with adjustments.
Arm: RH. C-78 mph. INF-82 mph. Compact arm path with some hand speed present. Velo will firm with consistent long toss program.
Defense: 2.16-2.25 pop times. Receives well behind the plate. Quiet hands. Quick feet. Shows rhythm and timing to feet hands on the dirt. Quick release. Can sharpen angles to ball at times for better play.
ATH: 7.38 runner in the 60. 1.77 and 4.11 in the 10 and 30 yard splits. Decent start. Maintains solid posture throughout run. an get knees higher and use more hips in first 15-20 yds. 20.70 max vertical.
Vizual Edge: 71.55 Edge Score
Positional Profile: C/RHP Good baseball rhythm and feel. Only a freshman he has mature actions.
Body: 5-7, 210-pounds.
Delivery: Clean delivery, with efficient arm path. Could get into his back side better.
Arm Action: RH. Short, clean arm swing. Throws from high 3/4 slot.
FB: T79, 78-79 mph. True fastball, avg. velo for grade. T1751, 1742 average rpm.
CB: 68-68 mph. Needs to learn to throw with more power. T1843, 1843 average rpm.
SL: Better than curve. Thorws more aggresively.
CH: 70-73 mph. T1352, 1252 average rpm.
ATH: 7.79 runner in the 60. 1.83 and 4.27 in the 10 and 30 yard splits. 24.20 max vertical.
Positional Profile: C/RHP Good baseball rhythm and feel. Only a freshman he has mature actions.
Body: 5-7, 210-pounds.
Hit: RHH. Narrow setup, and then loads on the back leg with a slight leg kick. Really looking to get the barrel out an dis thinking pull side. Good bat speed. 68.3 mph bat speed with 2 G's of rotational acceleration.
Power: 90 max exit velocity, averaged 78.6 mph. 311' max distance. Projects to have above avg. power. Will have to use the whole field to get into in game more often.
Arm: RH. C-73 mph. INF-82 mph. above avg. arm for his age. Can throw from different angles.
Defense: 2.08-2.18 pop times. Soft hands on the dirt and behind the plate.
ATH: 7.79 runner in the 60. 1.83 and 4.27 in the 10 and 30 yard splits. 24.20 max vertical.