Does anybody know what type of metrics an OF would have to possess for recruiting at the D1, D2, D3 level? I am wondering about things like throwing velocity from the OF, 60 time, batting exit velocity. Thank you for any information!
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Originally Posted by 2014Prospect:
Does anybody know what type of metrics an OF would have to possess for recruiting at the D1, D2, D3 level? I am wondering about things like throwing velocity from the OF, 60 time, batting exit velocity. Thank you for any information!
Great info right here on this site about these exact questions. You can search any of these questions specifically on the search bar on top. This link should also help:http://www.hsbaseballweb.com/p...ng/rating_system.htm
2014: Here is another link of what are the guidelines for D1,D2 and D3 outfielders.
Hey thanks for the response Golden Sombrero. I am sorry if the question was not clear, I am wondering how hard does the typical D1 (college) OF throw, run, and what is the typical exit velocity at that level. I am hoping for the same info for D2 and D3. If you have any links that can be found through the search bar that compare this information, I would be happy to see it. I was unable to find that. Thanks again!
One guy's opinion based on listening:
- CF has to have speed and instincts.
- LF is a bat.
- RF is a bat -- with a good arm.
For D1, I'd think minimum throwing velocity from the corners would be 85-ish.
Ripken,
That's a great link! I wish it included exit velocity.
JP24,
I think your observations are spot on.
There is no exact criteria. In a perfect world DI would want a CF that is at least above average runner and excellent fielder who can hit. A RF with a strong arm, at least average runner and above average hitter with some power. A LF that runs average, average fielder and a well above average hitter.
However, we have seen players that lack above average tools get recruited and do very well playing outfield at some of the top DI colleges In the country. Truth is there are some great players without great tools. They're labeled winners! The numbers don't always tell who the best players are. Sometimes the guy with the best tools can't play the game at a high level.
The ability to hit is the most important ingredient. It isn't measured by exit velocity alone. Having a good exit velocity doesn't mean someone is a good hitter. It actually relates more to "raw" power and raw power doesn't always relate to hitting ability. Game exit velocity against top level pitching is much more important. The best exit velocity we ever recorded off a Tee was by a softball player in his late 30s.