OF Velo?

It also depends on where they project you to play (LF/CF/RF). For high level D-1, I would say 87+ for an OF position.

I've posted a similar question on this site as I am a bit concerned abou my son. He is 15 and topped out at 77 with an average of 74. imho, if he can hit, they will find a place for him. But based on the PG ratings and velos I have seen, I think 85 would keep you in the running (arm strength alone)for a lot of schools. Also, on what I have been told, the quickness and accuracy of the throw (time from catch to release) could make up for a lesser velo. But I agree, for elite D-1 87+ seems to be the number. What is your son's OF velo?

Here's a recent thread that covered this:

Outfield Velocity

My son was a D-1 outfielder and I found what made it work was :

You have to hit
You need to have excellent footspeed
You need to be able to get a good jump on the ball
You need an accurate arm more than a strong arm
You need to use your cut off men properly

Great response TRhit!

Seems like we are in a very "velo-centric" time in baseball. There is so much more to judging a ball player then just how hard he throws.

Rich Prado

13LHPdad and TRHit - Thanks for the excellent responses - I've just joined the message boards recently and must have missed the thread that 13LHP linked. I am not concerned about the velo yet as my son is a 2014, but was just wondering what a "good" number is. Looking forward to the next 4 years of HS ball. Thanks!