Abstract: A system is provided that generates and assigns a composite performance index number for an athlete throwing or hitting a plurality of objects at a net. The system involves a net having a uniform grid, at least one spin rate device embedded within the objects; one or more measurement devices at least one of adjacent to or integrated within the net and positioned to observe the grid; and an evaluation apparatus coupled to the spin rate device and the one or more measurement devices. The evaluation apparatus includes a processor configured to: based at least upon data captured by the one or more measurement devices, determine relative to the grid respective locations where the objects are thrown or hit by the athlete; and generate and assign, based at least upon the determined location, a composite performance index number for the athlete. Associated methods and computer program products are also provided.

Abstract: A method, apparatus, and computer program product for a standardized athletic rating system. The system is configured to receive a request to display at least one user profile associated with an event, perform a query to locate the at least one user profile associated with the event, and present the at least one user profile for display. The system is further configured to receive a request to enter at least one first set of user data to be associated with the user. The system is further configured to receive at least one second set of user data to be associated with the user profile, and determine a rating based on the at least one first set of user data and the at least one second set of user data. The rating may then be utilized to compare the user profile against other user profiles.