HVbaseballDAD - My son had this same decision; roster spot at Ivy School (support in ED sans likely letter), or lots of love at top D3. He went the D3 route and is very grateful he did. His friend who picked up that spot played some as a freshman but has had very little playing time as an upperclassman. Remember, at every level, the coach is always recruiting your replacement. Meanwhile, the D3 player has the opportunity to have non-baseball leadership positions on campus and fantastic summer opportunities, instead of being owned by the coach during the school year and married to a position of the coaches choosing during the summer. PM me if you need advice or more clarification. `