At Carolina Prospect Report, evaluating baseball players is more than just stopwatch times and radar gun readings. It’s a systematic blend of old-school scouting wisdom and modern data analytics, built from experience in MLB scouting and college coaching — and specifically tailored to the high school athlete.
Here’s a behind-the-scenes look at how we evaluate players and why our system produces results that college coaches trust.
⚾ A Scouting System Built for the High School Athlete
We’ve seen how pro scouting models can overlook players who are still developing. That’s why our evaluation model is built for high school athletes, not against them.
We look for:
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Raw tools with projectability
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Body movement and athletic potential
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Skill execution in context (BP vs. game speed)
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Work ethic and coachability
We don’t expect perfection — we look for signs of future success.
🎥 Video Is Our Foundation
Video is at the heart of everything we do. Coaches need to see it — and we give them the footage they want:
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4K-quality game clips & skill footage
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Proper scouting angles (not dad-cam behind the fence)
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Slow motion and breakdowns when applicable
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Position-specific video edits for pitchers, hitters, fielders, and catchers
We film with the intention of helping coaches evaluate mechanics, rhythm, timing, and athleticism — not just showcase highlights.
📊 Metrics + Movement = True Projection
We pair every video and visual evaluation with verified performance metrics using professional equipment like:
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Blast Motion
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Stalker Radar
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Laser-Time
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Trackman (when available)
These tools allow us to record and report:
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Exit velocity
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Throwing velocity
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Pop times
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Pitch velocity, spin rate, break metrics
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Swing path, bat speed, hand speed
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60-yard and home-to-first times
These numbers don’t tell the whole story — but they help us tell the right story.
📝 The Scouting Report
Each player receives a written evaluation that includes:
✅ Tool Grades – Based on professional grading (20–100 scale adapted for HS)
✅ Positional Breakdown – Strengths, areas to improve, future role
✅ Projection Notes – Size, maturity, and ceiling as they continue to develop
✅ Coach Notes – Intangibles, body language, and work ethic
Our reports are built for coaches and recruiters, not just parents and players. They’re direct, honest, and packed with value.
🤝 Trusted by College Coaches
Our evaluations are respected because they come from a team with:
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MLB scouting experience
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College coaching backgrounds
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Player development insight
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A deep understanding of the recruiting process
Coaches trust our evaluations because they’re real, informed, and backed by video and data — not hype.
💡 Final Word: We See More Than Stats
The recruiting landscape is crowded with players who look good on paper but don’t translate to the field. At Carolina Prospect Report, we aim to see the complete player — not just the numbers, not just the film, but the full picture.
If you’re serious about your recruiting journey, start with an evaluation system that’s built for players like you — and trusted by programs across the country.
📩 Contact us to start your journey with CPR
🎯 Your Game. Your Future. Our Focus.