Tagged With "Showball and Headfirst"
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Headfirst Honor roll camp - Rocklin California
Thought I would take a chance and talk about son's experience at the camp. There were 115 players. The camp was held at Rocklin HS on their Varsity and JV fields. It was a two day event. The camp began as most camps do with a short talk from the camp...
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Headfirst
Hey guys, I was wondering if anyone has heard of Headfirst or their showcases/camps. The brochure seems very professional and gave a list of college coaches/scouts attending. They have a showcase in Va Aug 13-14 and in Jupiter FL Nov 5-6. Chris Young...
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HeadFirst Honor Roll Showcase and Other Showcases
Just reading the offerings of Headfirst Honor Roll Showcase, along with other showcases, for example Perfect Game. We are considering the Headfirst showcase since the distance to travel to the venue is within three hours of driving.The registration...
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Tri-State Arsenal: U17 Summer Team
Wondering if I may have some information on the Tri-State Arsenal baseball program? Especially for the U-17 team(s). Do you know if there are more than one U17 team and if so, how are the team put together? Are the teams assembled by talent and skill...
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GPA Baseball Camp
GPA Baseball (Grades Plus Athletics) is comprised of 7 coaches from academic institutions. Their goal is to bring their camp to the academic student athlete. They will be coming to Dallas this summer on June 15-17 for their summer showcase camp. One...
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Yale, Princeton or Headfirst camp/showcase
There are a number of overlapping camps/showcases at the end of July beginning of August. Any thoughtsYale Camp July 28-31Princeton Camp August 1-4Headfirst Long Island August 3-6Son is currently a Sophmore 16 year old. Plays OF, 1b and relief pitcher...
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HeadFirst
Received two email messages this week from D1 schools that will not be attending HeadFirst events in 2010...what is going on?
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GPA Baseball Winter Camp
GPA Baseball is comprised of 7 Division I schools including Yale, Brown, University of Richmond, Cornell, University of Pennsylvania, Georgetown and Wake Forest. Join us at DBAT Addison on Jan. 16/17 for a 2 day camp and work closely with University...
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GPA Baseball Winter Camp
GPA Baseball is comprised of 7 Division I schools including Yale, Brown, University of Richmond, Cornell, University of Pennsylvania, Georgetown and Wake Forest. Join us on Jan. 16/17 for a 2 day camp and work closely with University Coaches as they...
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2010 GPA Baseball Winter Camp
GPA Baseball is comprised of 7 Division I schools including Yale, Brown, University of Richmond, Cornell, University of Pennsylvania, Georgetown and Wake Forest. Join us Jan. 16/17 for a 2 day camp and work closely with University Coaches as they...
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Jan 16/17 GPA Baseball Winter Camp
GPA Baseball is comprised of 7 Division I schools including Yale, Brown, University of Richmond, Cornell, University of Pennsylvania, Georgetown and Wake Forest. Where: Dallas, TXWhen: Jan. 16/17 - 2 day camp and Cost: $325Work closely with University...
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Headfirst - NY
I was looking at the Headfirst site and it looks like the Richmond Showcase has moved to Long Island. One in June and one in August. I guess all those Northeast schools were looking for something closer.
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Headfirst Honor Roll Camp in McKinney, TX - June 8-9
Headfirst Honor Roll Camp is returning to The Ballfields at Craig Ranch in McKinney, TX, on June 8-9, 2010. Last year, over thirty colleges and universities from across the country (full list below) were represented at the event, and we are expecting...
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Headfirst's Early Registration Discount for Honor Roll Camp ($100) Expires 3/1
Headfirst Honor Roll Camp is returning for another year at The Ballfields at Craig Ranch in McKinney, TX, on June 8-9, 2010. To date, more than 30 college coaches have expressed interest in attending this event, and we expect many more to do as the...
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Talking to coaches at baseball showcase
My 2016 RHP is attending a Headfirst Honor Roll Camp this week and we have been told that he should definitely reach out to the coaches during the camp; however, I have also heard that coaches at showcases are not allowed to engage in conversations...
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Responses to coaches' emails
My 2016 RHP son just returned from the Headfirst Honor Roll Showcase last week (it was a phenomenal showcase!), where he pitched very well (mid 80's) and some coaches approached him at the showcase and he was told he stood out. In addition, ever...
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Headfirst Honor Roll is awesome
New thread to replace the "disappointing" one. So here's my question ... if my kid focuses on high academic D3 (or maybe Patriot League) and I am only willing and able to pay for one Headfirst camp (and maybe Stanford too) is he...
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Stanford camp from a first timer
My son and i got back from the headfirst and Stanford camps yesterday and i felt i needed to make a post specifically on the Stanford experience. these camps were the first that he has attended (a 2016) so we honestly did not know what to expect. we...
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DIII Heavy Showcases
Are there any showcases other than Headfirst with a significant DIII presence?
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Who to contact ahead of showcases?
Being proactive is a widely agreed upon "tactic" so i have a question. My son (2016) is going to a few showcases / camps this summer (headfirst and Stanford). he has sent out a few introductory emails to coaches that are scheduled to...
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Thoughts on HeadFirst Honor Roll Camps?
So, I'm going down to Jupiter, Fl next Saturday and Sunday for Headfirst's "Florida Showcase" and I was curious if anyone has had any prior experience with it? I've seen the videos and read the FAQ's but I was wondering if anyone had any particularly...
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Headfirst and Stanford Late June
Anyone heading to either of these events? My son and I are heading off our little island so maybe we can meet up and have a beer or two. Aloha
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when to commit
My son is a 2013 pitcher. At the beginning of his sophmore year he went to a headfirst event and recorded 80 mph as a high. By the end of his sophmore year he was up to 88 mph at the PG showcases and tournaments. He is getting stronger and still not...
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head first baseball showcases
I recently found out about an Honor Roll showcase run by headfirst baseball that takes place in August. The list of college attendees at this showcase was pretty impresive. Has anyone had any experience with this showcase or know anything about it? ...
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Need some recruiting help...
Here's the situation... I don't know what camps to attend this summer. I am wondering which will give me the most exposure as from Canada, I can only make the trip down to the states for individual showcases a few times. I wrote my SAT and got a 2240...
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How strong is the talent at Headfirst Honor Roll - Richmond?
So I am planning to attend Headfirst Honor Roll in Richmond. I am just wondering how strong the talent is. We play in a league with the average pitcher throwing around 78-82 mph, a couple guys can get to high 80's low 90's but they have been gone...
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Headfirst Showcase - Academic qualifications?
I'm a LHP and I will be going to the Headfirst Showcase for the first time in Richmond, Virginia. I do not have many substantial scores as of yet (only 1 SAT subject score) because I have not started junior year yet. I have a few questions regarding...
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Several questions (SAT scores, showcases, etc.)
I'm a LHP and I will be going to the Headfirst Showcase for the first time in Richmond, Virginia. I do not have many substantial scores as of yet (only 1 SAT subject score) because I have not started junior year yet. I have a few questions regarding...
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Spillman Returns To Diamond, Remembering Those Who Saved Him
Even to most of the kids who attend Cannon Falls (Minn.) High School, where the town's population is all of 4,100, junior Mike Spillman is considered something of a country guy.Mike SpillmanWanda Lamb-LindowA quiet kid, Mike Spillman is happy to be...
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Headfirst Honors Camp McKinney Texas
My son and I just got back from the headfirst camp in McKinney and I had to post my thoughts. These guys are the real deal. This was the best run camp/seminars/college information I have ever been to. The sullivans and their team are professional,...
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Another recruiting question...
So headfirst honor roll was filled when I tried to sign up. I went about the process a little late and year its all full. First part of the question, are any other showcases for top academic schools similar to headfirst honor roll. I know perfect...
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Headfirst Showcase
I just wanted to let everyone know that the Headfirst Showcase is not worth the money they charge. We have done many showcases and this was by far the worst one. They took more time speaking about themselves and their own accomplishments than taking...
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Headfirst Sues Employee/Partner
http://deadspin.com/bitchy-hilarious-lawsuit-tears-apart-a-prestigious-d-c-1441094085
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When to attend Headfirst showcase?
Oldest son is finishing 8th grade - is a very good P/C/3b - and does well in school. His goal is to go to a top academic college (not necessarily D1) and play baseball there. I have seen very good reviews about the Headfirst showcases but...
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Exciting times ahead
This coming June my son and i pack our bags and leave Kauai for California as we have confirmed registration for Headfirst and Stanford camps (which thankfully are scheduled around the same times). Looking forward to driving around California for a...
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Academic Showcase Recommendation?
I'm certain there has been several blogs about this, but I'm new on here so not sure how to navigate through all the previous blogs for an answer just yet. I am looking for a showcase for my 2016 grad for late spring to fall. We're looking...
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Showcase position question
Good morning all. Question regarding Showcases /camp position. My 2016 is confirmed for both Headfirst and Stanford in June, because he registered in January before the HS season started he chose his natural position of 3rd base. fast forward to...
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Headfirst? Stanford Camp? Unsure
There is so much experience here on these boards, I just wanted to see what people thought who have gone through the process before. My 2015 LHP has a 4.35 weighted and a 4.O unweighted GPA. He just took the SAT in January and...
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Perfect Game vs Headfirst Honor Rill
I'm looking to attend one of these showcases over the summer, but neither of them are even remotely cheap. I'm looking to find a top-tier academic program more than a top-tier baseball program. My grades have been excellent and I'd like to attend a...
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Headfirst Honor Roll Camp Opportunity
Last August, I took my son to Headfirst's Honor Roll showcase at the Va. Sports Complex (about half an hour's drive north of Richmond). Unfortunately he came down with a pinched nerve in his neck and could not participate. Headfirst does not offer...
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Headfirst
I just got an advertisement for their Virginia showcase. sounds like there will be a lot of coaches. Any comments on the showcase?
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Young Krak Headed to Trinity University, San Antonio, Texas!
The following post is filled with the pride and joy of another webster dad who is seeing his son's dream come true . After the pins-and-needles wait for an EA decision, I can finally announce my son’s college situation. Barring a financial aid...
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Stanford AllStar vs Headfirst Camp
Would they be comparable or is Stanford clearly the best. Is it true only East Coast schools attend?Is there a West Coast schools attended camp that's really good AND on the west coast?We heard the Stanford one is a good camp, but weighing the high...
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Stanford vs. Headfirst
I know PG's Academic Showcase is a good one. My son attended that last year. If given the choice between Stanford's Allstar Camp and Headfirst Baseball's Honor Roll Camp, which would be best for exposure to more prestigious academic schools? I...
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Headfirst Showcase
The list of schools that is supposed to be at this event next Summer is IMMPRESSIVE to say the least. You can check out the list at http://www.playheadfirst.com/sports_national_honor_baseball.jsp We were looking at going to one of the ones in...
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speaking purely theoretically...
let's say that smithers, jr., sits at 79-81 (with some good offspeed stuff and gets people out) at headfirst in a few weeks as a just-turned 17-year-old senior coming off a season-ending injury (LHP, 6'0), gets stronger over the winter and puts on...
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Headfirst Baseball
Has anyone had any experience with Headfirst Baseball out of Washington, DC, specifically their Honor Roll Camp.
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Headfirst Honor Roll Camp Question
My son was sent an invite package to the Headfirst Honor Roll Camp for Nov 6th and 7th held at Roger Dean Stadium. The information in the package sounds real good and a great opportunity for my son. My question is: Has anyone had first hand...
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Headfirst honor roll camp in VA.
Hi all, we had a slot and were supposed to attend this past weekend, however a family situation came up and we were forced to not attend :-(I'm really interested as too what we missed. How was the camp overall? How was the level of talent? Were the...