Category: Pitching & Throwing
Year: 1990
Inventor / Maker (Person): Stalker Radar Engineering Team
Company / Manufacturer: Stalker Radar (now part of Bushnell)
Country of Origin: USA
Overview:
The Stalker Pro Radar Gun is a handheld device designed to measure pitch speed accurately. Introduced in 1990, it quickly became a standard tool for coaches, scouts, and professional teams to evaluate pitching performance.
Historical Significance:
- Provided accurate, real-time speed measurement, revolutionizing pitcher evaluation.
- Widely adopted in Major League Baseball and amateur leagues for scouting and training.
- Influenced the development of modern digital radar and tracking technology in baseball analytics.
Visual Description:
Display of the Stalker Pro Radar Gun, showing its handheld design, display screen, and targeting system, highlighting its precision and usability.
Educational Highlights:
- Learn how radar technology measures pitch speed.
- Understand the impact of data-driven analysis on player development and scouting.
- Explore the evolution of baseball performance measurement tools.
Maker / Company Info:
Stalker Radar – Founded in 1979 in Plano, Texas, USA, Stalker Radar specializes in radar measurement technology for sports and law enforcement. Their baseball radar guns are recognized for accuracy, reliability, and durability.
Related Collections:
- Pitching & Throwing Equipment
- Analytics & Strategy Tools
Reference / Sources:
- Stalker Radar – Product Catalogs and Historical Overview of Radar Guns
- MLB Technology Archives – Radar Guns in Baseball: Pitch Speed Measurement
- Thorn, J., & Palmer, P. (1998). The Hidden Game of Baseball – discussion on measuring pitch velocity and player performance analysis