High D1/ Elite JUCO Third Basemen

Physical Measurables:

• The typical top third base recruit stands anywhere between 5'10" and 6'3"
• Weight is between 180 and 220 lbs.

Stats:

• Elite third base recruits generally throw the ball across the diamond anywhere between 85 and 95 MPH.
• Third basemen interested in playing at the Division I level generally hit 5-10 home runs as a Junior and Senior in high school.
• OB %: .500
• Slugging: .750

Coach Keys:

Elite recruits at third base must possess a mixture of skills both defensively and offensively. Important factors on a defensive basis are arm strength and footwork. While top third basemen do not have to be particularly fast, they do have to show the ability to move side to side quickly in order to cover a lot of ground at third base. Being able to field the ball and also being able to throw the ball at a high velocity can give the recruit a chance to play at an elite level. From an offensive standpoint, third basemen must show the ability to hit for power and average. Top third base recruits are often times looked at as power hitters in the middle of the lineup.

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Lower D1/High D2/NAIA/Lower JUCO Third Basemen

Physical Measurables:

• The typical 3B recruit at this level stands anywhere between 5'9" and 6'3"
• Weight is between 170 and 220 lbs.

Stats:

• Infield Velocity: At least 80 MPH with the ability to improve through development.
• HR: At least 2 HR as a Junior and Senior.
• OBP/SLG: At least .400 in each category.

Coach Keys:

3B recruits for these programs must be polished in at least one phase of the game and possess the potential to develop in all other areas. 3B at this level must swing the bat and field their position adequately in high school in order to play at this level in college. 3B at this level must also be able to run adequately, anywhere below a 7.5 60 time will suffice.

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Lower NAIA/D2 Third Basemen

Physical Measurables:

• Height: 6'0"
• Weight: 180 lbs.

Stats:

• Power Numbers: 2+ HR, 25+ RBI

Coach Keys:

Third basemen at this level will possess some qualities, but not all of high level athletes at this position. Regardless, this is a position requiring a mix of defensive and offensive talents.

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D3/Community College Third Basemen

Physical Measurables:

• Height: 5'11"
• Weight: 170 lbs.

Stats:

• Power Numbers: 2+ HR, 20+RBI

Coach Keys:

Lower level third base recruits should still have a strong arm and be able to hit for power, but may only flash these abilities versus do it consistently. The same goes for quick reflexes in the field.