CORE4

What is core4?

At Top 100 Sports, Core4 is our athlete performance framework. It’s how we evaluate, rank, and develop athletes — and it’s built to match the demands of each sport.

Every athlete gets a Core4 score

A snapshot of how they stack up in the four most critical performance categories for their game. These aren’t just stats — they’re the controllable traits that lead to real development and real results.

Core4 gives organizations and athletes a clear picture of where they stand, where they need to grow, and how they compare to peers across the country.

Why core4?

Core4 is the Language of Development

Whether you’re trying to stand out at a showcase, earn more playing time, or get on a college coach’s radar, Core4 is the tool that translates your ability into opportunity.

It’s Verified.Each athlete’s Core4 score is based on in-person testing, skills evaluation, and video verification — no guesswork, no fluff.
It’s Trackable.Athletes can monitor their Core4 scores over time and actually see their hard work pay off with real, measurable improvement.
It’s Actionable.We don’t just give athletes a score — we give them a plan. Our training, consulting, and athlete services are all designed to improve Core4 scores and unlock new levels of performance.
It’s Recruitable.It provides college coaches a quick, trusted way to assess raw tools and progress.

How the Core4 Score Is Calculated

The Core4 Score is a number out of 100 that shows how your athlete is performing in four key areas of development:

Skill (examples: hitting metrics, throwing velocity, Wall Ball,)
Strength (examples: Broad Jump,Vertical jump, Grip strength)
Speed (example: 10-20-30-yard dash)
Agility (examples: T-Drill, Pro Shuttle)

Each category is tested using verified athletic drills. Your athlete’s results are then compared to national averages for their age group.

Each of the four categories contributes 25% to the final Core4 Score. When all four areas are added together, you get a clear, objective score out of 100.

This gives families and coaches a full picture of where a player is excelling — and where they can improve.

Core4 Performance Tiers

Score Range	Tier	What it Means
0-59	Foundational	The athlete is early in their development. Focus is on building core athletic ability and movement fundamentals.
60-89	Developing	The athlete is progressing. Shows emerging strength and skill, but still working toward national benchmarks.
90-109	Competitive	The athlete is meeting or slightly exceeding age-based national standards. Ready to compete at a solid level.
110-129	Advanced	The athlete is performing well above peers. Displays physical tools and skill execution beyond the average player.
130+	Elite	The athlete is exceptional across all key areas. College or high-level competition potential is evident.