@IanTaylor2027 87
Velocity (max)
7/24/25
CLASS OF 2027
RHP
3B
Ian
Taylor
Western Branch (HS) • VA
6' 2" • 190LBS
R/R • 16yr 11mo
Travel Team: Tidewater Thunderbirds Wright 2026
6' 2" • 190LBS
R/R • 16yr 11mo
Travel Team: Tidewater Thunderbirds Wright 2026
Rankings
2027 National
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2027 State
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Best Of Stats
Fastball
84 - 87
Velo Range
7/16/25
2119
Spin Rate (avg)
6/17/24
Changeup
76 - 79
Velo Range
6/17/25
1895
Spin Rate (avg)
6/17/24
Curveball
73 - 77
Velo Range
7/16/25
2190
Spin Rate (avg)
6/17/24
Slider
74 - 76
Velo Range
7/04/25
2206
Spin Rate (avg)
6/17/25
94
Exit Velocity (max)
6/17/25
86.2
Exit Velocity (avg)
6/19/25
337
Distance (max)
6/25/25
60
Sweet Spot %
9/10/22
20
Hand Speed (max)
6/17/25
80.1
Bat Speed (max)
6/17/25
19.9
Rot. Acc (max)
6/17/25
29
Hard Hit %
6/17/25
7.27
60-yd
6/25/25
4.07
30-yd
6/17/25
1.79
10-yd
6/17/25
19.4
Run speed (max)
6/25/25
85
INF Velo
6/17/25
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OF Velo
-
C Velo
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Positional Tools
2025
2024
2022
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60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
7.27
Infield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an infield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
85.0
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.
12.9
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
7.34
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
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.
12.0
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
8.15
Infield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an infield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
69.0
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.
9.8
Hitting
2025
2024
2022
Exit Velocity Max
The highest exit velocity of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
94.0
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
84.0
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
337
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
193
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
19.5606
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).
87.9
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
81.0
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
295
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.
14.2335
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).
80.0
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
74.5
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
258
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
162
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
16.0692
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.
2025 VA/DC Top Prospect Games
Jun 25, 2025
Trackman - Hitting
93.7
Exit Velocity (max)
80.3
Exit Velocity (avg)
255
Distance (avg)
337
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
2025 VA/DC Scout Day: Tidewater Thunderbirds
Jun 19, 2025
Trackman - Hitting
92.2
Exit Velocity (max)
86.2
Exit Velocity (avg)
182
Distance (avg)
319
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
2025 VA/DC State Games
Jun 17, 2025
Trackman - Hitting
94.0
Exit Velocity (max)
84.2
Exit Velocity (avg)
171
Distance (avg)
316
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Scout Day: Tidewater Thunderbirds
Jun 17, 2024
Trackman - Hitting
87.9
Exit Velocity (max)
81.0
Exit Velocity (avg)
186
Distance (avg)
295
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Scout Day: Richmond Braves
Sep 10, 2022
Trackman - Hitting
80.0
Exit Velocity (max)
74.5
Exit Velocity (avg)
162
Distance (avg)
258
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Hitting
2025
2022
Hand Speed Max
The highest Peak Hand Speed of any swing in the given event year.
20.0
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
18.2
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
80.1
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
70.2
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.
17.6
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
16.6
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
62.0
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
59.9
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.
2025 VA/DC Top Prospect Games
Jun 25, 2025
Blast - Hitting
18.9
Hand Speed (max)
17.5
Hand Speed (avg)
71.9
Bat Speed (max)
68.6
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
2025 VA/DC State Games
Jun 17, 2025
Blast - Hitting
20.0
Hand Speed (max)
18.8
Hand Speed (avg)
80.1
Bat Speed (max)
71.6
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Scout Day: Richmond Braves
Sep 10, 2022
Blast - Hitting
17.6
Hand Speed (max)
16.6
Hand Speed (avg)
62.0
Bat Speed (max)
59.9
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Pitching
2025
2024
2022
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
84.4
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
82.7
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).
1948
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.
23.5
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).
1014
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).
74.9
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).
2206
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).
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).
79.1
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).
2119
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.
26.8
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).
70.2
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).
2190
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).
76.4
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).
1895
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).
70.6
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
68.6
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).
1788
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.
26.1
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).
58.1
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).
1778
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).
66.3
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).
1561
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).
2025 VA/DC State Games
Jun 17, 2025
Trackman - Fastball
84.4
Velocity (max)
81.7 - 83.7
Velo Range
80.7
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,129
Spin Rate (max)
1,948
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
75.7
Velocity (max)
74.5 - 75.4
Velo Range
72.6
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,395
Spin Rate (max)
2,206
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
79.2
Velocity (max)
75.9 - 79.0
Velo Range
73.7
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,063
Spin Rate (max)
1,014
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Scout Day: Tidewater Thunderbirds
Jun 17, 2024
Trackman - Fastball
80.2
Velocity (max)
78.5 - 79.8
Velo Range
77.8
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,168
Spin Rate (max)
2,119
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
71.5
Velocity (max)
69.4 - 71.0
Velo Range
68.1
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,277
Spin Rate (max)
2,190
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
76.9
Velocity (max)
76.0 - 76.8
Velo Range
75.0
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,000
Spin Rate (max)
1,895
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Scout Day: Richmond Braves
Sep 10, 2022
Trackman - Fastball
70.6
Velocity (max)
66.0 - 70.6
Velo Range
67.6
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,847
Spin Rate (max)
1,788
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Curveball
59.4
Velocity (max)
57.3 - 59.2
Velo Range
55.3
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,844
Spin Rate (max)
1,778
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Trackman - ChangeUp
66.8
Velocity (max)
65.7 - 66.8
Velo Range
64.3
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,613
Spin Rate (max)
1,561
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Pitch Scores
2025
2024
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
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
2025
2024
2023
2022
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
87.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
83.4
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
73.4
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
77.5
Slider
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
74.5
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
83.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
80.3
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
71.3
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
76.5
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
76.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
74.5
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
65.0
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
71.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
70.0
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
58.0
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
66.5
Game Performance
2024
2022
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-60-yard time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
7.34
Top Speed (MPH)
The athlete's fastest split time converted to miles per hour.
10 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-10-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
1.92
30 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-30-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
4.47
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-60-yard time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
8.15
Top Speed (MPH)
The athlete's fastest split time converted to miles per hour.
2025
10 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-10-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
1.79
30 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-30-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
4.07
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-60-yard time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
7.26
Top Speed (MPH)
The athlete's fastest split time converted to miles per hour.
Vizual Edge
2025
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.
66.37
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Positional Profile: RHP/3B
Body: 6-1, 175-pounds. Lean, proportional frame.
Hit: RHH. Balanced, upright setup. Uphill bat path. 68.6 mph bat speed with 12 G's of rotational acceleration.
Power: 94 max exit velocity, averaged 80.3 mph. 337' max distance.
Arm: RH. INF-84 mph. Quick, compact arm action.
Defense: Natural hands with in control footwork.
ATH: 7.27 runner in the 60. 1.83 and 4.10 in the 10 and 30 yard splits.
Vizual Edge: 66.37 Edge Score
Positional Profile: RHP/3B
Body: 6-1, 175-pounds. Lean, proportional frame.
Delivery: Controlled delivery with normal effort.
Arm Action: RH. Quick arm from H 3/4 slot.
FB: T84, 82-84 mph. Fastball has some downhill plane. T2129, 1948 average rpm.
SL: 74-75 mph. Slider has short shape. T2395, 2206 average rpm.
CH: 76-79 mph. Kills spin on changeup. T1063, 1014 average rpm.
ATH: 7.32 runner in the 60. 1.79 and 4.07 in the 10 and 30 yard splits.
Positional Profile: RHP/3B
Body: 6-1, 175-pounds. Lean, proportional frame.
Hit: RHH. Rhythmic, balanced setup. Whippy, uphill barrel path.
Power: 94 max exit velocity, averaged 84.2 mph. 316' max distance.
Arm: RH. INF-85 mph. Quick, loose arm action.
Defense: Soft hands, with in control footwork.
ATH: 7.32 runner in the 60. 1.79 and 4.07 in the 10 and 30 yard splits.
Vizual Edge: 64.91 Edge Score