@MaddexW_23 20.9
Hand Speed (max)
7/31/25
CLASS OF 2028
SS
RHP
Maddex
Welzien
West Bend West (HS) • WI
5' 11" • 157LBS
R/R • 15yr 10mo
Travel Team: Hitters
5' 11" • 157LBS
R/R • 15yr 10mo
Travel Team: Hitters
Rankings
2028 National
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2028 State
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Best Of Stats
68
Bat Speed (max)
3/09/25
19.1
Rot. Acc (max)
7/31/25
40
Hard Hit %
7/31/25
91.3
Exit Velocity (max)
7/31/25
86
Exit Velocity (avg)
7/31/25
331
Distance (max)
7/31/25
80
Sweet Spot %
3/22/23
6.85
60-yd
7/31/25
3.83
30-yd
7/31/25
1.66
10-yd
3/09/25
20.3
Run speed (max)
7/31/25
82
INF Velo
7/31/25
-
OF Velo
-
C Velo
-
Pop Time
Fastball
82.1
Velocity (max)
3/09/25
79.4 - 82.1
Velo Range
3/09/25
2020
Spin Rate (avg)
7/24/24
Changeup
73 - 75
Velo Range
3/09/25
1913
Spin Rate (avg)
7/31/25
Curveball
69 - 71.1
Velo Range
7/31/25
2114
Spin Rate (avg)
7/24/24
Slider
71 - 72
Velo Range
6/12/25
1914
Spin Rate (avg)
3/09/25
Positional Tools
2025
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)
6.85
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.
13.3
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
7.62
Infield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an infield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
73.0
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.
11.1
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
8.22
Infield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an infield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
67.0
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.
8.6
Hitting
2025
2024
2023
Exit Velocity Max
The highest exit velocity of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
91.3
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
83.8
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
331
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
131
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
12.2654
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).
84.7
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
74.6
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
290
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
180
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
21.3172
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).
70.4
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
66.7
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
210
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
133
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
15.1055
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.
Wisconsin State Games (Invite-Only)
Jul 31, 2025
Trackman - Hitting
91.3
Exit Velocity (max)
86.0
Exit Velocity (avg)
181
Distance (avg)
331
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
South Milwaukee Preseason ID
Mar 9, 2025
Trackman - Hitting
90.0
Exit Velocity (max)
81.3
Exit Velocity (avg)
76
Distance (avg)
154
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Southern Wisconsin Fall ID
Oct 6, 2024
Trackman - Hitting
84.2
Exit Velocity (max)
75.4
Exit Velocity (avg)
123
Distance (avg)
279
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Junior Future Games (Class of 2028/29)
Jul 24, 2024
Trackman - Hitting
84.7
Exit Velocity (max)
76.4
Exit Velocity (avg)
206
Distance (avg)
290
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
South Milwaukee Rising Stars ID
Apr 4, 2024
Trackman - Hitting
78.8
Exit Velocity (max)
71.9
Exit Velocity (avg)
210
Distance (avg)
260
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
South Milwaukee Rising Stars ID
Mar 22, 2023
Trackman - Hitting
70.4
Exit Velocity (max)
66.7
Exit Velocity (avg)
133
Distance (avg)
210
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Hitting
2025
2024
Hand Speed Max
The highest Peak Hand Speed of any swing in the given event year.
20.9
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
20.0
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
68.0
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
65.0
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.
19.2
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
18.3
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
65.0
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
61.4
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.
Wisconsin State Games (Invite-Only)
Jul 31, 2025
Blast - Hitting
20.9
Hand Speed (max)
20.3
Hand Speed (avg)
67.6
Bat Speed (max)
64.3
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
South Milwaukee Preseason ID
Mar 9, 2025
Blast - Hitting
20.1
Hand Speed (max)
19.6
Hand Speed (avg)
68.0
Bat Speed (max)
65.6
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Southern Wisconsin Fall ID
Oct 6, 2024
Blast - Hitting
19.2
Hand Speed (max)
18.9
Hand Speed (avg)
65.0
Bat Speed (max)
63.2
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Junior Future Games (Class of 2028/29)
Jul 24, 2024
Blast - Hitting
18.7
Hand Speed (max)
17.7
Hand Speed (avg)
62.7
Bat Speed (max)
59.8
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Pitching
2025
2024
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
82.1
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
78.6
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).
1954
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.
24.9
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).
70.0
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).
1885
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).
73.4
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).
1400
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).
70.1
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).
1914
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
72.5
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
69.8
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).
2019
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.
28.9
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).
62.4
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).
2089
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).
66.9
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).
1634
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).
Wisconsin State Games (Invite-Only)
Jul 31, 2025
Trackman - Fastball
79.7
Velocity (max)
76.1 - 78.7
Velo Range
74.7
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,090
Spin Rate (max)
1,974
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)
69.0 - 71.1
Velo Range
66.1
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,215
Spin Rate (max)
1,885
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
72.8
Velocity (max)
72.0 - 72.8
Velo Range
70.2
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,318
Spin Rate (max)
1,913
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
South Milwaukee Preseason ID
Mar 9, 2025
Trackman - Fastball
82.1
Velocity (max)
79.4 - 82.1
Velo Range
78.6
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,104
Spin Rate (max)
1,917
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
71.1
Velocity (max)
69.1 - 71.1
Velo Range
67.3
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,971
Spin Rate (max)
1,914
Spin Rate (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Trackman - ChangeUp
75.2
Velocity (max)
72.6 - 75.0
Velo Range
71.7
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,252
Spin Rate (max)
1,195
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Junior Future Games (Class of 2028/29)
Jul 24, 2024
Trackman - Fastball
72.5
Velocity (max)
68.5 - 70.7
Velo Range
68.0
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,183
Spin Rate (max)
2,020
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Curveball
64.1
Velocity (max)
61.3 - 63.8
Velo Range
60.2
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,280
Spin Rate (max)
2,114
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
South Milwaukee Rising Stars ID
Apr 4, 2024
Trackman - Fastball
72.0
Velocity (max)
69.7 - 71.6
Velo Range
69.6
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,163
Spin Rate (max)
2,016
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Trackman - Curveball
63.5
Velocity (max)
61.1 - 63.1
Velo Range
60.6
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,168
Spin Rate (max)
2,050
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
68.8
Velocity (max)
65.6 - 68.3
Velo Range
66.3
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,832
Spin Rate (max)
1,634
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Pitch Scores
Pitching Velos
2024
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
73.0
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)
62.0
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
67.0
Game Performance
2024
2023
10 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-10-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
1.68
30 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-30-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
4.15
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-60-yard time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
7.61
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.
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.
8.21
Top Speed (MPH)
The athlete's fastest split time converted to miles per hour.
Junior Future Games (Class of 2028/29)
Jul 24, 2024
Swift
1.68
10-yd
4.15
30-yd
7.61
60-yd
17.7
Run speed (max)
1.36
RSI (max)
22.9
Jump Height (max)
2025
10 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-10-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
1.66
30 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-30-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
3.83
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-60-yard time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
6.85
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.
Wisconsin State Games (Invite-Only)
Jul 31, 2025
Vald
1.66
10-yd
3.83
30-yd
6.85
60-yd
20.3
Run speed (max)
1.94
RSI (max)
24.3
Jump Height (max)
Vizual Edge
2025
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.
74.75
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.
69.76
Pitch Ai
Notes
News
- 2025 Wisconsin State Games: 2028 Takeaways - Aug 22, 2025
- Wisconsin Class of 2028 Rankings: Initial - Jun 4, 2025
- WIAA Scout Blog: Underclass - May 27, 2025
- South Milwaukee Preseason ID: Top Overall Prospects - Apr 29, 2025
- South Milwaukee Preseason ID: Pitcher Analysis - Apr 29, 2025
- South Milwaukee Preseason ID: Infielder Analysis - Apr 29, 2025
- South Milwaukee Preseason ID: Pitcher Data Dive - Mar 13, 2025
- South Milwaukee Preseason ID: Positional Data Dive - Mar 13, 2025
- South Milwaukee Preseason ID: Quick Hits - Mar 12, 2025
- Wisconsin Class of 2028: Director's List - Dec 19, 2024
- Southern Wisconsin Fall ID: Position Player Analysis - Nov 19, 2024
- Southern Wisconsin Fall ID: Quick Hits - Oct 10, 2024
- Southern Wisconsin Fall ID: Preview - Oct 3, 2024
- South Milwaukee Rising Stars ID: Takeaways and Statistical Analysis - Apr 22, 2024
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Physical
2025
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.
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.
Uncommitted, another top freshman in the state, standing at a projectable 6-foot, 155 pounds with increasing strength to the frame. Welzien would look the part as an up the middle defender capable of playing either second or shortstop before coming on in relief and tossing the final three scoreless innings striking out four batters. Competitor on the mound, attacking early and often throughout the outing. Two pitch mix with a lively fastball that sits 80-82 mph, with a low-70s breaking ball to pair as his go-to secondary.
+ MIF Maddex Welzien (West Bend West, 2028) has been a name our staff has been following for sometime now. The wiry 6-foot R/R two-way took a standout round of BP on the day. Taking a loose and fluid swing, on the barrel throughout the round reaching a max exit velocity of 90 mph. Defensively, Welzien has been a quality defender in the infield in front of our staff, with sure hands and an accurate arm up to 79 mph across the diamond. An arrow up prospect in the freshman class that also improved his run time from 7.61 to a 7.13 over the winter.
Maddex Welzien, West Bend West (WI), 2028
Positional Profile: SS/RHP
Body: 6-0, 156-pounds. Wiry, long levers with more fill coming.
Delivery: Higher and easy leg lift, rides back leg down mound, quick tempo.
Arm Action: RH. Shorter and compact, 3/4 slot.
FB: T82, 79-82 mph. Easy out of hand with some sink. T2104, 1917 average rpm.
SL: 69-71 mph. Has feel, sweeps across the zone. T1971, 1914 average rpm.
CH: 73-75 mph. late fade. T1252, 1195 average rpm.
ATH: 7.16 runner in the 60. 1.66 and 3.94 in the 10 and 30 yard splits. 24.00 max vertical.
Maddex Welzien, West Bend West (WI), 2028
Positional Profile: SS/RHP
Body: 6-0, 156-pounds. Wiry, long levers with more fill coming.
Hit: RHH. Stock setup, quick stride, repeats. Direct handsy swing, quick hands, ball jumps when barrelled, middle pullside approach but can hit to all fields. 65.6 mph bat speed with 11 G's of rotational acceleration.
Power: 90 max exit velocity, averaged 81.3 mph. 154' max distance.
Arm: RH. INF-79 mph. 3/4 slot, carry and accuracy through the target.
Defense: Steady hands, shuffles through, smooth and fluid, reliable defender.
ATH: 7.16 runner in the 60. 1.66 and 3.94 in the 10 and 30 yard splits. 24.00 max vertical.
Vizual Edge: 65.69 Edge Score
Maddex Welzien, West Bend West (WI), 2028
Positional Profile: SS/RHP
Body: 5-11, 143-pounds. Wiry with projection, athletic.
Hit: RHH. Upright, relaxed, early toe down, gets into strong hitting position on time. Downhill through the ball, natural feel for the barrel, ball jumps when barrelled, hitterish look to operation. 63.2 mph bat speed with 8 G's of rotational acceleration.
Power: 84 max exit velocity, averaged 75.4 mph. 279' max distance.
Arm: RH. INF-73 mph. 3/4 slot with carry and accuracy.
Defense: Smooth mover, soft hands, quick first step, quality actions, can stick on left side.
ATH: 7.62 runner in the 60. 25.00 max vertical.
Vizual Edge: 69.76 Edge Score
INF/RHP Maddex Welzien (West Bend West, 2028) showed exactly why he is one of the top 2028’s in the state with his performance on Sunday. Welzien stands a wiry 5-foot-11, 143 pounds that projects to add more size and strength. The freshman hits with an athletic set up and a compact swing that produces consistent back spun line drives to all fields. In the infield, the middle of the diamond player showcased the ability to range to both sides and displayed quality feet and actions in fielding through ground balls. Welzien is a name to know in the state for the class of 2028.
finished the weekend as arguably Team Wisconsin’s top defender at the shortstop position, clutching up in multiple innings to secure outs on the defensive end. Welzien presents himself at a lean 5-foot-11, 140-pound frame, as the rising freshman did it all with the glove for Team Wisconsin. Welzien showcased an accurate arm and solid footwork—making the routine plays with ease as a staple at shortstop. Similar to his teammates, he also put together competitive at bats against strong arms from around the nation—posting max EVs in the mid-80s throughout the showcase portion of the event. Welzien established himself as a high follow during the weekend’s competition, standing out as an above average defender on the infield.
Positional Profile: SS/RHP
Body: 5-10, 140-pounds.
Delivery: Simple, up tempo delivery. Athletic mover downhill, drop/drive.
Arm Action: RH. Compact arm action, high 3/4 arm slot.
FB: T72, 70-72 mph. Four-seam type, life through the zone. T2163, 2016 average rpm.
CB: 61-63 mph. Tight 11/5 action, flashed sharpness. T2168, 2050 average rpm.
CH: 66-68 mph. Maintains arm speed, depth to the plate with some run. T1832, 1634 average rpm.
ATH: 7.67 runner in the 60.
Positional Profile: SS/RHP
Body: 5-10, 140-pounds.
Hit: RHH. Stock setup, quick stride into forward move, repeats. Short and compact, easy pop to both gaps, very well-sequenced swing, what it should look like.
Power: 79 max exit velocity, averaged 71.9 mph. 260' max distance.
Arm: RH. INF-71 mph. Short arc, 3/4 slot, accurate, accurate.
Defense: Fields under midline, soft hands, smooth funnel, reliable hands, quality feet and actions.
ATH: 7.67 runner in the 60.
SS/RHP Maddex Welzien (West Bend West, 2028) is a projectable two-way player who showed quality abilities in all facets. The right-hander works out of a stock set-up with a quick stride that creates forward momentum, leading to a compact swing. His well-sequenced swing led to easy pop to both gaps, up to 79 mph off the bat. Defensively, Welzien showed soft hands into a smooth funnel with quality feet and actions. It’s a simple, up-tempo delivery that leads to an athletic drop-and-drive motion and a high-¾ arm slot. Welzien showed three pitches - a fastball at 70-72 mph with life through the zone, a low-60s curveball with tight 1/7 action and a 66-68 mph changeup with some fade and depth. Rounding out his game, the West Bend native’s 7.67 60-yard dash was one of the better times of the day.
Positional Profile: 2B/SS
Body: 5-7, 120-pounds. Long lean, projectable frame.
Hit: RHH. Sets up in a wide and slightly open stance, toe-tap stride, short load. Well sequenced swing, flat through contact, feel for timing and feel for the barrel.
Power: 70 max exit velocity, averaged 66.7 mph. 210' max distance.
Arm: RH. INF-67 mph. Quick mover with bounce, fields under midline, shuffle step towards target.
ATH: 8.22 runner in the 60. 1.92 and 4.47 in the 10 and 30 yard splits.
Positional Profile: 2B/SS
Body: 5-7, 120-pounds. Long lean, projectable frame.
Hit: RHH. Sets up in a wide and slightly open stance, toe-tap stride, short load. Well sequenced swing, flat through contact, feel for timing and feel for the barrel.
Power: 70 max exit velocity, averaged 66.7 mph. 210' max distance.
Arm: RH. INF-67 mph. Quick mover with bounce, fields under midline, shuffle step towards target.
ATH: 8.22 runner in the 60. 1.92 and 4.47 in the 10 and 30 yard splits.