Tagged With "16U travel baseball"
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College Club Baseball
Tell me what you know about Club Baseball at the college level. From what I can gather, they can be pretty competitive, they travel, have uniforms and play in championships. Many club teams are in Florida right now for their spring break. Looking at...
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Ithaca/Rome/East Syracuse Baseball
I'm considering a job in Rome/Utica, NY and would like to know the quality of baseball in this area. I'm currently living in Florida and fear that the quality of baseball might drop-off. I have a 7th grader and would like to continue to have him play...
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To Our Many Supporters......(Now With Bonus Photo, for a Limited Time Only!)
Just wanted to let you guys know we opened big yesterday.We defeated Osan HS 24-0 (and I did all I could to keep the score down - stopped stealing early, subbed everyone in, etc). No-hitter thrown by Greg. 3-inning two-hour time-limit game. Yikes.We...
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Pacific Northwest Baseball/Facilities
I'm considering a job in the Tacoma area and was wondering how the 14u baseball is in the area. Also, any recommendations on indoor hitting facilities in the area? Who are some of the better 14u travel teams in the area? Any hitting/pitching...
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Junior Day or Game Visit
I am helping a young man with his recruiting and he has recieved an opportunity to go on a visit for a couple of games and they also invited him to their junior day. The problem is due to the travel he can only attend one. Which one is best for the kid?
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What age is too young for showcase & camps?
Pitcher/ catcher. Fastball 82, pop time as a catcher at 127 ft is consistently under 2.0 (best time is 1.80). Player is looking for better challenge than travel & middle school ball. 5-10 155 lbs. Good bat, hits 320 ft. to 360ft. Good line shots & power. Put him out there or let him develope? Dad wants to be patient, kid is ready to go. Whats your opinion. Player is 14, 8th grade, will be 15 this summer. Pop time and radar gun was done by AD.
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Get back to real Baseball
The best memories in baseball for me came years ago. Being on a team was great but there were never enough games. Many memories of heading out in the morning, breaking for lunch, and being late for dinner. And for the lucky few (who didn't get...
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When did you know?
I really enjoy the general discussion here at HS Baseball Web. Although my son is still enjoying the heart of his youth baseball experience (11U in PONY Broncos), we are fans of our local High Schools, are neighborly with many local baseball families,...
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Congratulations
I was going to post this in the Northeast Forum but there are not enough readers there to appreciate this but, regardless, this is dedicated to the NH readersBrian Wilson a NH native, now the closer with SF Giants,just signed a two year extension...
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Holding tryouts and Seeking Coaches
We run a competitive (3) skill level team and Wooden Bat Team organization that will play in some tournaments and also against other A+ competition this coming summer starting in June. Our (3) teams are separated as Freshman/JV - Varsity -...
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Holding tryouts and Seeking Coaches in NJ
We run a competitive (3) skill level team and Wooden Bat Team organization that will play in some tournaments and also against other A+ competition this coming summer starting in June. Our (3) teams are separated as Freshman/JV - Varsity -...
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15 u travel teams
I know it may be too soon to worry about this, but when I check on ussa baseball site it doesn't seem to have a lot of 15 u travel teams. Does travel ball kind of slow down big time after 14u? I can only guess that a lot of players are playing legion....
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Solutions?
So none of the Manchester schools have a freshmen team? They also don't have any funds for assistant coaches from what I understand. If three class L schools don't have freshmen teams that is an awful lot of players that are not having places to play...
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Indiana Showcase Tournaments
I know many will be returning to some of the larger events hosted at Purdue, IU, and Indianapolis for the showcase events but where is everyone going when they head out of state? Anyone cutting down on out of state travel to save money?
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Is travel baseball as we "used" to know it dead in Maryland?
I'll go on record saying I have and always will love American Legion baseball. Purest form of amateur baseball around. Requires excellent coaching and team play to be successful.I have noticed over the past few years a movement toward "showcase" or...
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Junior Day
My son was invited to "Junior Day" in January at a college he is interested in. Problem: they have never seen him play and they are 800+ miles away. They indicated he was one of a "select" group they were inviting since he is a left handed pitcher...
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Wisconsin Parent advice
My son is a junior in Northern Wisconsin. The people on this site seem to have great knowledge of what a kid should do to be able to play ball beyond HS. I have read many of the posts and it seems like a kid from Northern Wisconsin is at a huge...
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Perfect Game Tourney Question
I noticed that the Perfect Game website list tournaments by graduating year and age (2014 grad/14u). Does this mean that if you are either you can play that age group? For example, my son is a 2015 grad but a 14u for travel ball (misses 13u cutoff by...
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Parental input...need help/answers
I run baseball lessons for a few kids in my area. Being that I am in college, I am rather restricted to the 8-13 year old age group. I teach all facets of the game to the kids, as requested, during the lessons, but being a pitcher I'd certainly say...
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NAP invite?
NAP (North American Prospect)Is a USA Team that does Tournament Travel baseball Internationally. My son was invited to join the team to represent USA in Italy by Coach Rains University of Texas at Dallas. Does anyone know anything about this Team or...
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Recruitment for Kids of a Military Parent
First, how did you deal with your son moving around every 4 to 5 years and having to prove himself at each new location? This is a constant issue with military kids. At the point that you’ve established yourself as one of the better area...
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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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Article On Bryan Bulaga
Nice article today in the Daily Herald on a Crystal Lake player Bryan Bulaga. Okay it is football but he played baseball at Marian Central and also some crystal lake travel teams if some of you remember. The article basically says it might be his last...
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Going to Showcase/Tournament With School of Interest Attending
I am a highschool Junior that will be attending the New Era Cap Classic with my travel team the Ontario Prospects from July 29-August 2. The question is a one that is two parted.First off the tournament offers a showcase before the actual games get...
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Travel Teams/Organizations in Madison WI area
Are there any travel teams 16U and 17U in the Madison area?
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Feedback, advice etc please...
I'll try for Cliff Notes:I coach a 13U USSSA / AAU team. I've had the same group pretty much for almost 2 years. (3) of my guys are eligible to try out for JV. (Three different local high schools). They know that I FULLY support SCHOOL ball as the...
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17u travel/showcase teams in nova
Does anyone have any experience with any of the local (northern va) 17u travel/showcase teams? I understand that these teams come and go, but any up to date info would be appreciated.
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Who uses PayPal for coaches fees?
I need to help set up a coach with a PayPal account for fees like for lessons and travel ball expenses. - Is PayPal the best option? Since they charge fees, are there any better services?- What type of PayPal account do you need?- Did you create a...
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TravelBall / Showcase teams, but at what cost?
I cannot stress enough, do your homework people.It ALL depends upon HOW much money you want to spend on your child? If you have a deep well of cash, then there are opportunities but if you want to get the best bang out of your buck, then there are...
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is our advice generic/ slanted ?
there are some parents of very succesful ball players here, D1, pro players,etc. the road they have taken and shared has helped countless parents make this trip easier. from showcases, travel ball, recruiting, etc. that said, does the advice given...
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Training for Freshman Fall Semester?
Can someone tell me what to expect (in the context of training) for an incoming freshman baseball player? Does the coach send you a summer workout routine, and suggested diet? I'll make the assumption that most players will play some level of summer...
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PLAYER APPEARANCE = MEXICAN STANDOFF
Son 2012 grad Been playing on school Jr high team as pitcher and outfielder 2 years record of 19 wins,5 losses 4 holds. All of a sudden high school coach says get a haircut or be cut from team. He has hair longer than Tim Lincecum is a 4.0 student and...
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2012 RI Sophomore, 16, Where To Play?
My son is one of the better players on his HS team and is looking for advice on the best team to play in the summer. Should I pay $2500+ for a travel team, or nearly nothing for a Jr. Legion or Legion team? Are there showcase teams that recruit just...
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8 Pro Scouts as Coaches
We are now forming our Coaching Staff for the Australia/Goodwill Series in December 2010. Pro scouts [8] will be our coaches of two '18 and under teams [Cubs and Rays], one '16 and under team [Brewers] and one '14 and under team [SSK Rookies]. This will be our 17th year for travel to Australia and our 26th year in International Baseball. We play the the National or STATE teams in each country. If you have interest in playing 12 games in 15 days, then complete the player profile on our web...
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Hello from old timer! And a request for a daughter...
Hello! A few of you who have been around for a while may remember me.....my son played baseball at Stanford, graduating in 2008, and I used to hang out here a lot. He has moved on to the working world (starting a private equity job in the spring!),...
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14u player searching for team ......
My son is looking for a summer travel (14u) team in the Hampton Roads area. He's a LHP/1B/OF on his school's JV team. Seems like opportunities are slimmer starting at that age. Any suggestions?Thanks
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NEW HARTFORD, NY BASEBALL?
It looks like I'll be moving my family to New Hartford, NY. I would like to know how the New Hartford High School baseball program is (record, coaching, classification etc.). In addition, how's the junior high baseball programs in the area? Is there...
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ACL Rupture
Freshman son was scheduled to be opening day starting pitcher for JV hurt his knee last Monday playing basketball. He was diagnosed with an ACL rupture and meniscus tear. We're going for second opinion/confirmation of diagnosis Tuesday with...
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Hitters Warehouse Tryout
Hello Guys, The Virginia Hitters Summer Baseball Program wants to invite you to an open workout/tryout on Sunday December 11th. Location will be at our indoor facility in Hampton, VA. The address to the facility is: 5015 Mercury BlvdNewport News, VA...
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looking for 18u team
Hi I play for Lane Tech, in Chicago, and I am a junior. I am looking for a 18U, or 17U, summer travel team. I played travel for the past 3 years but the team I was on last year has very little chance of getting together this summer and I might be able...
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Sponsorship
TOURNAMENT SPONSORSHIP - CSTT Sports wants to sponsor your tournament- We provide Free online registration page- We provide Free hotel and travel assistance- We will pay your event for working with us Contact: Bill Smith bill@sport-travel.com...
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Have i lost my mind?
My son is a student at our middle school (8th grade). We have always anticipated our kids going to our town high school. Our town high school has a very good academic reputation. However, I notice that a larger number of kids that are going on to play...
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Question
This is for those of you who run travel programs---how much concern do you have regarding the players parents and their attitudes / Does it come into play when considering a player for your roster?
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Cooperstown Playing time
I want to start out by saying that the incident i'm going to describe happened in Cooperstown 5 years ago when my son was 12 yrs old. Our 12u travel team from Illinois decided we wanted our boys to have the experience of playing at Dream Park in...
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Travel Ball or HS pitching
Is good travel ball (PG) pitching easier to approach/hit or High School? I'm inclined to say Travel Ball due to seeing more strikes & knowing you are probably going to see a couple good hard pitches per bat versus HS where you are more likely to reach for a pitch knowing you won't see anything better.
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Top 15 College Baseball Recruiting Questions (Pitchers' Parents)
If you have questions about your pitcher, you're going to love this... Recently I opened a discussion from parents about their sons' (pitchers) concerning the college baseball recruiting process... Here is the Q/A, enjoy! 1. At what point does it make sense to contact a college? Velocity? Grade? Size? etc. I wouldn't waste your time early in the process unless you have a burning desire to attend a specific school, UNLESS you have desirable velocity in the range of 85 +. Obviously, lefties...
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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...
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Which Travel Team is "Better" ??
My son has arrived at the proverbial "fork-in-the-road" in terms of a potential move to a new team as he transitions to 14U in the Fall. Here are both scenarios regarding travel ball team choices - I've always received no-nonsense honest feedback on...
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PG Southeast Top Prospect or Top 96
My son, an OF/RHP had Tommy John Surgery in September 2013 and just pitched in his 1st game in July 2014. He has not attended any showcases but attended 2 college camps(Georgia and Kennesaw State) his freshmen year at where...
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Expectations of players (and parents) playing in college baseball
This thread is about what expectations players and their parents have regarding the “College baseball experience”. It was triggered by Swampboy’s post below in another thread: --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- “What optimistic players and parents imagine as a "normal" college baseball career is extremely rare. Very, very few players earn regular playing time early, stay healthy, become an increasingly significant contributor to the team, avoid...