Can we just be honest? Nobody cares one way or another. Even if they would 'prefer' that you play HS ball if a coach thinks you are better than the other kid they will take you. If not they will take the other kid. Its that simple. Now I get that if they think the kid may flunk out or he has a criminal record etc that comes into play. But this thought that they place such a high value on character... Ok maybe for their lower end guys. But if a kid with poor character is throwing 95 he will have no problem getting a deal!! Besides travel ball as an option is now completely acceptable. Don't want to shock anyone but a kid who opts to just play travel ball can be a good character kid too!!! Its just a choice nothing more nothing less.