Tagged With "Arizona Senior"
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Hitting/Coaching question
My son is a senior and 2nd year varsity starter for a pretty good team in a pretty competitive league. He is a big athletic kid. Last year he hit pretty well - a gap to gap/line drive hitter with a lot of doubles and a few triples but no HRs. After...
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Senior Year and already committed..
My son signed his N.L.I back in November at a Top D-1 school.. Last June when he committed it seemed like it was the best thing ever, enjoying all that comes with being a early signee through out the year..Now that the season is here I am not sure it...
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East Coast Pro Showcase question
So, would the kids that go to this be kids that are playing currently in their Senior season in HS -OR- kids that are currently Juniors?
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Whewww...2010 son makes a decision
Well, after many years of hard work, sweat, tears....2010 made his decision about where to go to school. He made the call to the HC of a Phx area CC who, according to 2010, could not say "outstanding" enough times! I would have loved to taken 2010's...
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Summer Youth Leagues
I know this is a high school site but I want to quickly mention that the GSBA's summer league registrations are open, we will be running the following divisions:11 Year Old : Metal Bat 70 Foot12 Year Old : Metal Bat 70 Foot13 Year Old : Wood Bat14...
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Bedford Junior Legion Coach
Bedford legion Post #54 (New Hampshire) is currently in the process of replacing our junior legion coaching staff. We are looking for highly motivated coaches with a history of working with young adults. Responsibilities would include; establishing a...
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should hs players auto take a strike entire game
Please I need your thoughts/comments on the below situation:Situation: Well talented varsity baseball team, currently 1-6 against competition that the team played even against during fall and summer. Coach blames players for lack of leadership and...
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Warning! Always inspect your L-screen before each use
As many of you who know me from my years online, we've had a batting cage in our yard since my son Kevin was 7. He's now a high school sophomore. Our usual BP session is me sitting on a bucket behind the L-screen about half the distance of the cage...
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PG Uncommitted Showcase - San Diego
It's been awhile since I checked in, but I have a question for the well-informed folks on this forum.We are contemplating sending our senior to PG's Uncommitted Showcase on June 12,13 in San Diego. My question is this: Has anyone attended this...
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Baseball Workouts
After my senior season i will be graduating and attending an instate university. At this point im trying to walk on to the college team but things could change depends on how my senior season goes. So this summer i will be training and working as hard...
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Not playing high school baseball?
Hey guys whats going on? Im a senior in high school this year and will be attending Sauk Valley C.C. in the fall of next year and will be playing ball. Im sort of thinking about not playing with my high school this year because of some personal...
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3-Day Catching Clinic in Atlanta-Jan16-18
The New England Catching Camp Winter Clinic in Atlanta January 16-18, 2010Nationally known catching program ,The New England Catching Camp will be coming to Sports a Rama to conduct a 3-day catching clinic over the MLK Holiday Weekend Jan 16-18. Jay...
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Running Speed Natural or Taught?
I have been wondering ....As a general rule is running speed a natural attribute someone is born with or it is a "learned" tool?I watch some of these NFL players that are 275 pounds and up putting up some pretty incredible numbers as far as running...
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DBAT Mustangs Unsigned Senior Camp
Guys, I have put together a camp for all our unsigned seniors. The response from the coaches has been awesome. I have about 18 schools that have RSVP'ed so far. Where: DBAT AddisonPitchers/Catchers 12:00pmHitters 1:00pm Cost $0Who: Unsigned...
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Just needing some opinions
So I have a situation. Our baseball season starts the last day of Feb. or the first day of Mar. and im trying to get ready for the season by lifting and running. Our field house is open everyday after school and our baseball coach runs the workouts....
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Son has team meeting
2011 son has team meeting today in preparation for the new season. First game will be March 9. Official battle with a senior for the catcher position begins today. Cannot wait for season to begin.Until then here come the bowl games.
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Academic Scholarships
If a coach offers a baseball scholarship does he normally help with the academic scholarship process too or is that up to the player to work out with admissions? I assume admissions would not be able to give any academic scholarship offers until the...
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Holiday Greetings - from Umpire Moderators...
As we come to the end of the year and a few days prior to Christmas, we would like to take this opportunity to thank the HSBBW web family for another wonderful year. The opportunity to come together, discuss, share and help others through this sport...
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Incredible $50 Opportunity: Learn Base Stealing from the Expert: Coach Mike Roberts
DBAT Frisco Presents Coach Mike Roberts*Head Coach of Cape Cod League Cotuit Kettleers*24 Year Head Coach at Univ of North Carolina*Father of base stealing MLB All Star Brian Roberts... Saturday, January 9th, 1 - 5 pm - $50 includes base stealing...
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2010 College Commits (Texas HS players)
Found this list on PG CrossChecker ...PG Crosscheckerthese are the players from Texas ... (there is a complete list on the website)Player/HS/St/Pos/College CommitAlex Silver Bellaire TX SS Texas Andrew Blum Plano West TX RHP Andrew Mitchell Stratford...
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pitchability?
Another thread prompted me on this one.....My son's father past up his draft in his senior year of hs to go to college (1970s).. He blew his elbow up his sophomore year. Now it all ended up well for him as he got his college degree and went on to be...
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Projecting pitch velocity
Question: what might be a projected FB velocity at end of Senior year... for a current Junior, prior to the start of JR HS season, who is currently clocked at 86-87 FB?Thanks.
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Early Commitment or Wait: Committed in Early Signing Period
After so many great suggestions from a list of old timers and newer comers to HSBBW we waited out for the ideal offer and in the process thoroughly enjoyed the Jupiter WWBA World Series by PG. What experiences we have had. Son signed NLI with with his...
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To play or not to play??
Would anyone care to share their experiences with senior players playing summer ball after they have committed to a JUCO? Should they play or not? Is it different for pitchers vs. position players?
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DIVISION 1 or JUCO
Just thought I would throw this out and get some opinions. Say a player gets a D1 offer but he knows he will not start or get much playing time his freshmen season because of the senior players in front of him. Would it be wise for the player to opt....
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D1 or JUCO
Just thought I would throw this out and get some opinions. Say a player gets a D1 offer but he knows he will not start or get much playing time his freshmen season because of the senior players in front of him. Would it be wise for the player to opt....
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Stunning Center Fielder
I play with an amazing center fielder on the varsity team at lamar high school in houston, texas. He ran a legit 6.5 60 by laser. He plays with the 18u Columbia Angels.He was a part of the Championship team in the Senior League World Series in Bangor...
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Summer Ball Between Senior Year and College
Can anyone offer some options for summer teams in the NJ/NY area for a 2010 before college ball?
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Baseball Early Signees to College early?
I was reading an AJC Sports article today about the ever increasingly popular occurance of HS Football players to graduate early (Fall) and enroll at their soon to be college (believe they will sign in February). Thus, getting a head start on classes,...
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Jupiter? East Cobb? Help!
I don't know where to post this request. So I am making one up. I hope the Old Timers don't spank me for somthing I may or may not have done right or wrong. But I am sure I will get, and hope to get their help! Here it goes. My son has been ranked in...
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THANKS from Longhorn Baseball!
THANKS to the following high school baseball programs that have stepped up to the plate to help Cedar Hill Longhorn Baseball!Flower Mound High School - Thanks to the young girl that sent a letter to her principal suggesting they organize a fundraiser....
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15-16 Year Old Team Looking for Players
Greater Manchester Area PlayersThe GSBA is forming a team to participate in the Senior Wood Bat Division. The roster will be from 12 to 15 players, cost is going to be $250 per player. Season runs from Early June through August 1, looking at 15 to 20...
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"Pinch Hit for Haiti"
Mike Melillo, a senior catcher from the Elon Unviersity baseball program, has spearheaded an effort to raise funds for Haitian Relief.He is asking that each NCAA baseball player dontate at least a buck to the Red Cross to show collegiate baseball's...
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Standing long jump.
Been reading some on the net. This seems to be a good indicator of core strength and ability to get off base quickly(running explosiveness). Coaches measured the standing long jump in the HS workout. Anyone know how a 116 inch standing long jump...
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Catching Clinic in Flemington NJ March 20-21
The New England Catching Camp is pleased to announce that we will be conducting a catching clinic in Flemington NJ March 20th & 21st. NECC has partnered with Power Time Sports to bring this instruction to the baseball and softball catchers of the region. Coach Weaver and his son Jay, Senior Instructor of the camp will conduct catching clinics on Saturday March 20th for both baseball and fastpitch softball. They will also be offering a extensive coach’s clinic on Sunday March 21st. The...
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Catching Clinic in Flemington NJ March 20-21
The New England Catching Camp is pleased to announce that we will be conducting a catching clinic in Flemington NJ March 20th & 21st. NECC has partnered with Power Time Sports to bring this instruction to the baseball and softball catchers of the region. Coach Weaver and his son Jay, Senior Instructor of the camp will conduct catching clinics on Saturday March 20th for both baseball and fastpitch softball. They will also be offering a extensive coach’s clinic on Sunday March 21st. The...
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Son just signed!!
Just want to say thank you all for your great feedback on all aspects of the game. I have learned so much from just the first couple of months on here ,from one end of the game to the other and more! Hunter is going to finish his senior year before...
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hello i need help on an injury
can some one tell me how long it will take to recover from a shoulder strained. i will be playing this spring (my senior year in high school). can i hurt it more if i pitch during the spring and will i be recovered before college ball
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3 weeks!
until the Madison County pre-season tournament begins! Can't wait, hope the weather holds up, good luck to everyone. I'll be hoping Hazel Green can do some damage my son's senior year. Anyone else on here involved?
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Parents and Coaches What Would You Do?
Our son signed NLI with ACC school. Yesterday he received a letter saying he was elected to play in Maple Shrine Football Game (NH vs VT) in early August. Best 36 senior football players are selected to represent their state.Ok its not Texas vs...
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Nationally renowned showcase for graduated seniors?
Just wondering if there are any big events to attend for an already committed senior to attend in the summer before they go off to college?
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Sit back and relax
Reading the Jeff Taylor thread, what hit me hard was that JT was beginning his senior season. How can that be? It seemed like yesterday that he played his first college season? Where did the time go?Then I realized my player would be entereing his...
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How to form a new Junior Legion/Senior Legion?
Question: how does one go about forming a new Junior Legion and/or Senior Legion team?I have been approached by parents of our AAU club about keeping the core players together as they enter high school. In particular, we are researching forming a new...
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For pitchers, when is the right time to attend a showcase/prospect camp?
I was reading the thread in the Recruiting forum, and it reminded me of a discussion I've heard a number of times..."When should you send your (pitcher) son to a showcase?"I think we clearly recognize...not the day after throwing in a competitive...
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East Cobb Patriots looking for players for 16u and 18u teams
The East Cobb Patriots are looking for players for their 16U and 18U teams. To play on the 16U team you must be a Sophomore in HS (2012 grad) and have a GPA of 3.0 or better in your core subjects (eng, mat, his, sci,fl etc). The 16U team needs...
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Preseason Texas Region All High School Senior
Rawlings/Perfect Game Preseason Texas Region All High School Senior Rawlings / Perfect Game 1st team/2nd team / 3rd team / Honorable mention
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Hard Worker
I'm a 6 foot 165lbs senior shortstop/3rd baseman for my high school team. This is my second year playing varsity and I'm hitting .275. I know I'm not a great player but I work hard and play good defense. Is there any chance I can play anywhere. I've...
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No Senior Year
Saw this today. There has been a few posts about college eliminating baseball programs. Wonder what this would do to college recruiting for high school athletes in the State of Utah?"There was a story in the Los Angeles Times the other day about how...
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Pro Scouts Vs College Scouts
My son has attended a few showcases over the last year and he has been approached / pulled aside by Scouts from Pro Teams such as Marlins, Twins, and Dodgers...at the same time college scouts rarely approach him and he remains uncommitted going into...
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senior and coach at odds
My son and his high school coach do not have a good rapport. Coach knows he is very good athletically but does not like his attitude/arrogance. He has done very little as the adult to build a good relationship with my son and vice versa. My son...