@tayte_russell 21.5
Hand Speed (max)
3/22/26
CLASS OF 2028
C
3B
Tayton
Russell
Bay Port (HS) • WI
5' 10" • 178.8LBS
R/R • 16yr 5mo
Travel Team: GRB North Green 16u
5' 10" • 178.8LBS
R/R • 16yr 5mo
Travel Team: GRB North Green 16u
Rankings
2028 National
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Best Of Stats
75.5
Bat Speed (max)
3/16/25
21.8
Rot. Acc (max)
3/16/25
-
Hard Hit %
90
Exit Velocity (max)
8/11/26
83.8
Exit Velocity (avg)
3/22/26
312
Distance (max)
3/22/26
70
Sweet Spot %
3/16/25
7.07
60-yd
8/11/26
3.89
30-yd
8/11/26
1.62
10-yd
8/11/26
19.3
Run speed (max)
8/11/26
68
INF Velo
7/09/24
-
OF Velo
78
C Velo
3/22/26
1.93 - 2.08
Pop Time
8/11/26
Fastball
75.1
Velocity (max)
7/09/24
73 - 75
Velo Range
7/09/24
1822
Spin Rate (avg)
7/09/24
Changeup
62 - 65
Velo Range
7/09/24
1175
Spin Rate (avg)
7/09/24
Curveball
60 - 63
Velo Range
7/09/24
2003
Spin Rate (avg)
7/09/24
Positional Tools
2026
2025
2024
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60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
7.07
Pop Time
The athlete's fastest pop time in the given event year. Measured from glove to glove, in seconds (s).
1.93 - 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).
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.
12.7
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
7.40
Pop Time
The athlete's fastest pop time in the given event year. Measured from glove to glove, in seconds (s).
2.22 - 2.46
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
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.
11.2
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
7.91
Infield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an infield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
68.0
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.
10.0
Hitting
2026
2025
2024
Exit Velocity Max
The highest exit velocity of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
90.0
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
83.0
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
312
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
169
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
12.3769
Hard Hit %
Percentage of batted balls with exit velocities over 90 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).
83.2
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
79.4
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
279
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
159
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
14.0309
Hard Hit %
Percentage of batted balls with exit velocities over 90 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).
79.0
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
68.7
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
248
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
161
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
21.6194
Hard Hit %
Percentage of batted balls with exit velocities over 90 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)
Aug 11, 2026
Trackman - Hitting
90.0
Exit Velocity (max)
82.0
Exit Velocity (avg)
114
Distance (avg)
309
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Ground Ball %
Central Wisconsin Preseason ID
Mar 22, 2026
Trackman - Hitting
88.9
Exit Velocity (max)
83.8
Exit Velocity (avg)
214
Distance (avg)
312
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Madison Preseason ID
Mar 16, 2025
Trackman - Hitting
83.2
Exit Velocity (max)
79.4
Exit Velocity (avg)
159
Distance (avg)
279
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Appleton Summer ID
Jul 9, 2024
Trackman - Hitting
79.0
Exit Velocity (max)
68.7
Exit Velocity (avg)
161
Distance (avg)
248
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Hitting
2026
2025
2024
Hand Speed Max
The highest Peak Hand Speed of any swing in the given event year.
21.5
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
19.5
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
73.2
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
66.5
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.
21.5
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.
75.5
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
68.9
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.
Hand Speed Max
The highest Peak Hand Speed of any swing in the given event year.
19.4
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
18.5
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
63.9
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
59.1
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.
Wisconsin State Games (Invite-Only)
Aug 11, 2026
Blast - Hitting
19.1
Hand Speed (max)
18.8
Hand Speed (avg)
73.2
Bat Speed (max)
63.9
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Central Wisconsin Preseason ID
Mar 22, 2026
Blast - Hitting
21.5
Hand Speed (max)
20.2
Hand Speed (avg)
71.5
Bat Speed (max)
68.7
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Madison Preseason ID
Mar 16, 2025
Blast - Hitting
21.5
Hand Speed (max)
20.6
Hand Speed (avg)
75.5
Bat Speed (max)
68.9
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Appleton Summer ID
Jul 9, 2024
Blast - Hitting
19.4
Hand Speed (max)
18.5
Hand Speed (avg)
63.9
Bat Speed (max)
59.1
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Pitching
2024
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
75.1
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
73.9
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).
1822
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.
24.7
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).
61.3
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).
2003
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).
63.6
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).
1175
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).
Appleton Summer ID
Jul 9, 2024
Trackman - Fastball
75.1
Velocity (max)
72.9 - 74.8
Velo Range
72.8
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,904
Spin Rate (max)
1,822
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
63.5
Velocity (max)
60.0 - 62.7
Velo Range
59.7
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,063
Spin Rate (max)
2,003
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
64.9
Velocity (max)
62.5 - 64.6
Velo Range
62.3
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,261
Spin Rate (max)
1,175
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
2024
Fastball
Rise+
A fastball with rise has a high percentage of backspin. When thrown up in the zone, it is more likely to generate a higher fly ball percentage. Rise+ of 100 is MLB average
Curveball
Hammer+
A hammer breaking ball drops vertically with velocity through the zone, or 12-to-6 movement. Hammer+ of 100 is MLB average.
Curveball
Sweep+
A sweeping breaking ball moves horizontally with velocity through the zone. Sweep+ of 100 is MLB average.
Pitching Velos
2024
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
75.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
74.0
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
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
63.5
Game Performance
2024
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.
2026
2025
10 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-10-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
1.62
30 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-30-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
3.89
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-60-yard time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
7.07
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.
1.74
30 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-30-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
4.04
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-60-yard time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
7.4
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)
Aug 11, 2026
Vald
1.62
10-yd
3.89
30-yd
7.07
60-yd
19.3
Run speed (max)
1.62
RSI (max)
21.1
Jump Height (max)
Madison Preseason ID
Mar 16, 2025
Vald
1.74
10-yd
4.04
30-yd
7.40
60-yd
18.2
Run speed (max)
1.45
RSI (max)
19.3
Jump Height (max)
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.
68.73
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.
51.23
Pitch Ai
Notes
News
- Central Wisconsin Preseason ID: Catcher Analysis - May 7, 2026
- Central Wisconsin Preseason ID: Positional Data Dive - Apr 3, 2026
- Central Wisconsin Preseason ID: Takeaways - Apr 2, 2026
- Central Wisconsin Preseason ID: Statistical Analysis - Mar 24, 2026
- Madison Preseason ID: Quick Hits - Mar 19, 2025
- Appleton Summer ID: Pitcher Analysis - Oct 3, 2024
- Appleton Summer ID: Position Player Analysis - Oct 3, 2024
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Physical
2026
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.
Positional Profile: C/3B
Body: 5-10, 170 pounds. Wiry build with projection.
Hit: RHH. Stock set up, controlled advance to center on time with rhythm. Hitterish feel to the hands and ability to barrel up the baseball, innate ability to square it up where its pitched, ball jumps off bat. 68.7 mph bat speed with 10g of rotational acceleration.
Power: 89 mph max exit velocity (83.8 avg.); 312-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. C - 78 mph. Short arc, 3/4 slot, quick arm, repeats.
Defense: 2.04-2.18 pop time range; Smooth and soft hands, quick transfers, turns the ball around quickly, good direction, soft blocker, has feel for the catching position.
Athletic Testing: 7.10 runner in the 60-yard dash; -inch max vertical jump.
+ C/3B Tayton Russell (Bay Port, 2028): Possesses a physical 5-foot-9, 195-pound frame with a strong foundation. The right-handed hitter operates from a stock setup with a controlled, on-time advance to center, hitterish feel for the barrel and a ability to square the ball up, generating a max EV of 89 mph and an average EV of 83.8 mph, while his 68.7 mph average bat speed. He showcased quality athleticism for his size during testing, recording a 7.10 in the 60-yard dash. Throws to second base were measured at 78 mph, with pop times in the 2.04-2.18 range.
+ C Tayton Russell (Bay Port, 2027) is a promising young backstop with a well-sequenced swing and some athleticism behind the plate. Russell will get to more exit velocity and pop as he develops physically but there are pieces here to like and our staff has taken notice.
Positional Profile: 3B/RHP
Body: 5-7, 130-pounds. High waist, long levers, and projection for added strength.
Hit: RHH. Wide setup, rhythmic, repeats. Athletic moves to and through the ball, flat path, leverages the ball out front, feel for the barrel to all fields. 59.1 mph bat speed with 15 G’s of rotational acceleration.
Power: 79 max exit velocity, averaged 68.7 mph. 248’ max distance.
Arm: RH. INF - 68 mph. Short arm action, 3/4 slot.
Defense: Two hand gather under midline, clean feet through the ball, clean hands.
Run: 7.91 runner in the 60.
Positional Profile: 3B/RHP
Body: 5-7, 130-pounds. High waist, long levers, and projection for added strength.
Delivery: Athletic, smooth and fluid, high leg lift, online, lands online, high leg swing finish with direction through home.
Arm Action: RH. Throws out of 3/4 slot, loose and fluid with some arm speed
FB: T75, 73-75 mph. Forward life finish with carry through the zone, has touch and feel. T1904, 1822 average rpm.
CB: 60-63 mph. Has 12/6 movement with the ability to land. T2063, 2003 average rpm.
CH: 62-65 mph. Thrown with fastball intent, late fade and depth to the pitch, can land, has feel for it. T1261, 1175 average rpm.