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Sport Specific Training Discussion => Sports Discussion => Baseball => Topic started by: adarqui on March 19, 2010, 05:11:42 am
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taken from: http://www.ncsasports.org/recruiting-tools/baseball/baseball-recruiting-guidelines
Division I:
The typical Division I baseball player is polished and already has all the tools necessary to be successful as a freshman. As opposed to the Division II baseball player, the typical DI player needs far less development, if any. The position players possess at least 4 of the 5 measurable tools hit for average, hit for power, arm strength, speed, and defensive abilities. The pitchers display a command of at least 3 pitches with high velocities. On average, they have the ability to throw many innings, and most often they are only used on the mound and rarely as position players. Most D1 players come from large high schools. Many of these programs are considered the best in their area or in the state. In addition, most DI players have been awarded accolades such as All-Area, All-County, or All-State.
The average characteristics by position are as follows:
Right Handed Pitchers:
-Height: 61
-Weight: 180 lbs.
-Over 1 K per Inning Pitched
-ERA below 2.50
-Velocity: 88-90 MPH (Verified by neutral source)
Left Handed Pitchers:
-Height: 61
-Weight: 180 lbs.
-1 K per Inning Pitched
-ERA below 2.50
-Velocity: 85-87 MPH (Verified by neutral source)
Outfielders:
-Height: 511
-Weight: 170 lbs.
-60 Yard Dash: 6.6 (Verified)
-Velocity for OF: 86-87 MPH (Verified by neutral source)
Middle Infielders:
-Height: 511
-Weight: 175 lbs.
-60 Yard Dash: 6.8-6.9 (Verified)
-Velocity from INF: 85+ MPH (Verified by neutral source)
Catchers:
-Height: 510-60
-Weight: 180 lbs.
-Pop Time: Sub 1.95 (Verified by neutral source)
Corner Infielders:
-Height: 62
-Weight: 200 lbs.
-Power Numbers: 8+ HR, 30+RBI
Division II:
For some colleges, especially those in the southern states and out on the West Coast, DII Baseball is an extension of DI. There are very few differences between the typical West Coast or southern DII player and the average DI player. For the DII schools up north, the athletes may be a notch below the average DI and perhaps a little less polished. They may not throw as hard, play for the top high schools programs, or possess at least 4 of the 5 measurable tools. This is not always the case, as there are some very solid DII Baseball Programs up north. However, it is no secret that overall, the better baseball schools are those located in warmer climates.
The Minimum Requirements by position are as follows:
Right Handed Pitchers:
-Height: 6'0' (Preferably taller)
-Weight: 175 lbs.
-Averaging about 1K per inning pitched
-ERA below 3.00
-Velocity: 85 MPH
Left Handed Pitchers:
-Height: 5'10' (Preferably taller)
-Weight: 165 lbs.
-Averaging about 1K per inning pitched
-ERA at 3.00 or below
-Velocity: 83 MPH
Outfielders:
-Height: 5'10"
-Weight: 165 lbs.
-60 Yard Dash: 6.8 or below
-Velocity from the OF: 82-86 MPH
Middle Infielders:
-Height: 5'9"
-Weight: 165 lbs.
-60 Yard Dash: 6.9 or below
-Velocity from the INF: Low 80's MPH from SS
Catchers:
-Height: 5'10"
-Weight: 180 lbs.
-Pop Time: 2.0 or below
Corner Infielders:
-Height: 6'0"
-Weight: 180 lbs.
-Power Numbers: 4+ HR, 20+ RBI
Much can be determined on film. It is very difficult to measure defensive abilities on paper. Fielding percentage cannot be used as an accurate statistic because it is difficult to calculate and it can be easily manipulated. Most Division II players have received several accolades, such as All-Conference or All-Area.
Division III:
Some DIII programs are stronger than others, but there seems to be more continuity with the physical characteristics of DIII players than there are for DII or NAIA. Certain DIII programs, such as Wisconsin Whitewater or George Fox, play at a superior level. However, for the most part, the range of physical characteristics was slim.
The Minimum Requirements by positions are as follow:
Right Handed Pitchers:
-Height: 59
-Weight: 160 lbs.
-1 or less than 1 K Per Inning Pitched
-ERA below 4.00
-Velocity: 81 MPH
Left Handed Pitchers:
-Height: 59
-Weight: 160 lbs.
-1 or less than 1 K Per Inning Pitched
-ERA below 4.00
-Velocity: 79 MPH
Outfielders:
-Height 58
-Weight: 160 lbs.
-60 Yard Dash: 7.0 or below
-Velocity from the OF: 78+ MPH
Middle Infielders:
-Height: 58
-Weight: 150 lbs.
-60 Yard Dash: 7.1 or below
-Velocity from the INF: Upper 70's MPH from SS
Catchers:
-Height: 59
-Weight: 165 lbs.
-Pop Time: 2.1 or below
Corner Infielders:
-Height: 5'10"
-Weight: 170 lbs.
-Power Numbers: 2+ HR, 20+ RBI
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I cannot believe an average D1 middle infielder is throwing 85+.
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I cannot believe an average D1 middle infielder is throwing 85+.
I'm pretty sure that's accurate, infield throws are alot different than pitching. The "target zone" for an infield throw is nothing like a strike zone, these guys wing that ball very fast.