Tagged With "Showball and Headfirst"
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Headfirst Camp
Is this camp better to attend as a rising senior than a junior...Especially if 2014 hasn't taken ACT/SAT yet?
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Re: Hazings
We fail to realize how the concept of hazing is imbedded in our society. From the ritual of a baptism, to the extreme where we watch the Discovery channel where someone ties a grapevine to his ankles and jumps off a tower and slams himself headfirst into the ground, to a simple oath we utter while raising our right hand (NOT LEFT) in a court of law; every facet of our life makes a statement that you have to do something to be recognized or ---- you have to do something to show us you are...
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Re: the junior showcase
Rosy...I am familiar with Headfirst...pretty much heard the same thing. Thanks
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Re: the junior showcase
Headfirst has 2 Honor Roll Camps. If you look at their website I believe last year the second camp was in November. Great time if you're still in baseball shape.
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Re: D3 Help
I can relay my son's D3 process, which may help some people. As background, my son, a 2011 HS grad, decided during his junior year that he wanted to target attending a smaller, high academic school. Therefore, he decided to tailor his baseball activities during the summer prior to his senior year to maximize exposure to head coaches from these types of institutions. If by chance D1 interest came about as a by-product of this strategy, fine (some did, but not a fit, he was not interested in...
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Re: So What Makes Your Team YOUR Team?
When we moved back to IL, we lived near Peoria. My parents really hated the city of Chicago so we became Cardinal fans. I was able to catch the end of Lou Brock's career, enjoyed a couple of World Series teams and came to believe that St. Louis has the best baseball fans in the country. St. Louis is where I learned never to leave a game early. We never spent the night in St. Louis and had a 3-4 hour ride home after a game. One night, the Cardinals were getting beat rather badly and we left...
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Re: HeadFirst Honor Roll Showcase
I think they have been running these since 98 or 99. Initially, there was 1 session in Jupiter. They recently added the camp/showcase in Richmond, VA. At this time, those are the only 2 showcases they run. August-Richmond November-Jupiter You can go to their website and sign up for information updates, etc. Headfirst Honor Roll Camps
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Re: HeadFirst Honor Roll Showcase
There haven't been any Honor Roll Camps in the West as far as I know. They tentatively scheduled one in Long Beach in 03 or 04 but it didn't actually happen. However, there is a west coast affiliate run by the Iglesias brothers which has a lot of camps and clinics (located in northern California)--here is a link. http://www.headfirstacademy.com/index.html My son worked with Mario Iglesias for several years and he was a huge help and inspiration. But they don't have an equivalent to the Honor...
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Re: Honor Roll Showcase, Jupiter, FL.
Here is the link: Headfirst Gamers Honor Roll Showcase My son (08) went to the one in Richmond this past August. If you want further info/feedback, send me a PM. GOOD LUCK!
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Re: The lunacy of it all
EH: Well..at the very least they knew to turn parallel to the fence just before crashing into it headfirst. They knew how to steer .
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Re: Need Advice
My son threw a helmet when he was 14. This was not an uncontrollable action by an unstable child but a calculated outburst to visually convey his feelings to those around him. Good thing there was a fence between the stands and the playing field to hold me back. I immediately made my point to him about throwing a temper tantrum. I told him I would not accept this type of behavior and would not tolerate it ---- PERIOD! What would I have done if it continued? (He and I both knew it would stop...
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Re: Teaching - See The Ball Correctly
Tad Powers is the CEO/President of "all" the Sandlot Academies which has grown ten-fold in a very short time. Sandlot Academies If you go to the site, make sure you click the High Country Sandlot Foundation. Here's the link: High Country Sandlot Foundation This is a life-saving mission in itself J.Weaver#5, did you notice Scott Jaster's name on the roster? Remember, he was the scout I told you signed Brandon Webb when he scouted for the D'Backs. Jaster's nickname on the Pilots team was...
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Re: When to start
With your profile a Headfirst camp is a must. Go next summer if you are playing at a high Varsity level or wait for early 2013 summer.
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Re: When to start
2013Catcher, I'll second BOF's suggestion. In addition to HeadFirst there is an organization called GPA (Grades Plus Athletics) that showcases academically leaning baseball players. You can research HeadFirst and GPA on this site to get glowing recommendations from many people. HeadFirst was a fantastic experience for my son. GPA is fairly new showcasing organization. If you took the SAT last weekend, you should have the SAT results soon. That will give you a better idea about your academic...
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Re: When to start
Thanks for all of the replies. I have heard of Headfirst showcases and definitly plan to attend one.I will check out GPA, sounds good. Does PG run an annual academic showcase?
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Re: When to start
Hi 2013 Catch - I would add, be sure to line up the right SAT subject tests for yourself. You might be in a class this year (like an honors science or math) that is good preparation for the subject test, which you could take this May or June. The colleges you are talking about will want 2; nice to get one in the bag as a sophomore. Often times sophomores don't think about those things. I'm guessing as a sophomore you didn't take an SAT yet but I recommend you think about a prep program for...
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Re: When to start
A good start for you may be something like the UPenn pitchers and catchers camp, it only cost about 65.00? and it will give you a good idea of what goes on at a showcase plus it will put you infront of a great coach at a great school.You sound alot like what my son was looking for at your age so keep up the great work in class, that will open up alot of doors for you! Also the only thing I regret not doing for my son was for him to attend a Headfirst showcase, with your grades I would not...
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Re: PG National Academic
Prior to GPA the top academic showcases were in order: Headfirst PG National Academic Top 96 Northeast Academic Low D1 and High D3 coaches that recruited my son attended all three. Headfirst stands out as the best by far. PG is good because you get your rating and are seen at the same time. Top 96 NE Academic was pretty well attended the year my son was there (probably better attended than PG). GPA is essentially a small group of coaches who broke away from Headfirst. They either want the...
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Re: Chances
RJM- Well I'm actually a freshman. One of my good friends is a senior and is practicing with varsity as all seniors do, and I was just asking about his shot, because he wants to play college ball. My sights, they are set towards Columbia University, I want to play for them very badly, and I think I possibly could, with my academics. I plan on attending a Headfirst showcase, but I don't Want to send them anything until I play on varsity and contribute.
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Re: Chances
Academics will get you into Columbia. It won't get you on the baseball field. You have to show potential to compete at the level they play baseball. You will learn a lot about yourself baseball wise in the next two years. Good luck.
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Re: Headfirst Honor Roll Camps - 2011
We don't have a bright-line minimum GPA requirement, in part because schools measure GPA in so mnay different ways these days - and in part because the colleges and universities attending our events have diverse standards. That said, stronger students will tend to maximize the value of events based on the critical mass of 30-60 schools at each event. When the time comes, just email us (showcase@playheadfirst.com) or call (202.625.1921) and we can help you determine whether a particular event...
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Re: Case Western and Denison
Thanks Cleveland Dad. We are aware that both schools are in their building stages. My son loved both of the coaches and the other players. They had both seen him at a Headfirst Showcase. I do worry a little about the cold weather. In fact, he is also looking at U. of Rochester.
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Re: Grades to play at high academic school
Princeton brought in one LHP this year. On scout day (end of fall practice) he threw 88-92. He stirred interest after his sophomore year when he was at 80-81 with similar scores and grades (IVY league schools saw him either at Stanford or Headfirst camps). After his junior year (same camps) he was 84 (Stanford) and 87 (Headfirst). Keep working; obviously,the faster the better. But you have the grades to get over one hurdle and the velo today to pique their interest. Get to 88 and you really...
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Re: Krakatoa rates front page!!
Wow! I want to see the article! Is there no link? What - I have to BUY the issue to read it? NO WONDER print journalism is dying! Seriously, Krak was one of the first HSBBW parents I ever met. We met up at a Headfirst showcase, and our sons ended up on the same team, and his son pitched to my son. Pretty cool that the baseball media would write a story about their unique transcontinental situation. Can't wait to read it.
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Re: Team One South
Since my son was asked to do the Team One West, we've been looking into BF events - and boy the sentiment here is mostly negative. But having talked with a couple of families who took part last year, he is going to do it. They had great experiences, and both the boys received recruiting interest. My son isn't a "top 200" kid, and that's who I have been led to believe the PG events target. That said, he has gotten interest from a Headfirst showcase he did last summer, and we anticipate more...
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Re: PG/Top96/Baseball Factory
I'm sure that others will have good comments, but I would add Headfirst to the list of shwocases to consider. They tend to focus on higher acdemic schools and - while we never attended one of their events - there have been plenty of positive comments about the events that they put on. Again, others will give you good details I'm sure.
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Re: 2011 recruit question
Why not just go to the Headfirst Showcase in Sacramento? Late June this year. All the eastern colleges come to it.
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Re: Head First Honor Roll Camp
HeadFirst was, by far, the best showcase rightyshortstop attended. That said, It's a little early, and expensive for a rising sophomore to attend that event. Coaches have their hands full at HeadFirst keeping track of recruitable kids much less sophomores. IMHO, I would send my son to a couple of college camps as a rising sophomore and save HeadFirst for next year. In this case its about money. HeadFirst is worth the money because all the important coaches are there and you actually save...
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Re: Head First Honor Roll Camp
Great insights, Lefty & Krakatoa, thanks for the thoughts. I do realize it is early - your points are well taken. We registered early for the Headfirst camp, since it is close to several relatives and offers the chance to visit family. We're not expecting outcomes from this too much -- just practice in handling the situation for him. Krakatoa, you are right that it seems he gets seen anyway -- several questionnaires have already arrived, even from D1 programs. 2013 has a phenomenal work...
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Re: Head First Honor Roll Camp
My son attended the headfirst honor roll camp last November and I can not say enough good things about Brendan Sullivan and his staff. If your son has the academic talent to go along with his baseball skills, attending a headfirst showcase should be your #1 priority. Although many players feel the need to play the entire summer circuit, if your son is serious about attending a top academic school, participating in a headfirst camp and than going to the interested school's individual camp is...
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Re: 2011 recruit question
Well, I thought I'd update you good folks on our decision. We just booked the trip to head back for Headfirst III in Long Island in early August. Then, we'll spend a few days visiting schools from NY to MA to get a better feel for the area. Our son is RHP, 6' 3" still pretty immature physically. Pitches at 82 - 84 with movement and command. Velocity is just now emerging, though so its very hard to project how that will develop in coming years. He is currently targeting D3 as the best fit...
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Re: 2011 recruit question
HeadFirst holds a great event, with lots and lots of eastern coaches, right over there in Rocklin, CA. Haven't looked at the dates - it may have happened last weekend, or maybe it's this coming weekend........
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Re: Head First Honor Roll Camp
Just thought I would give you an update, now that my son has attended the Headfirst Honor Roll Camp. It was a terrific experience for my son -- beginning to end, well-run, top notch, outstanding showcase camp. Although my son was one of only two rising sophomores, he got plenty of chance to show the coaches what he can do and to talk with them one-on-one. As a family we agree that this was an outstanding choice for our son's first showcase. He has come away with great advice, great contacts...
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Re: 2011 recruit question
Thanks. We were aware of the Rocklin Headfirst location, but the Long Island event listed nearly double the number of attending schools. There were some last minute additions to the Rocklin coaching roster, including a couple from schools of great interest, but it was too late to change. Even still, the Long Island events host far more schools. Plus, our kid will get a feel for the East.
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Re: Head First Honor Roll Camp
Ditto on the Rocklin Headfirst camp. Exceptionally well run, all the schools in attendance that were promised, and a solid experience for my son. Best of all, he's got some of the schools pursuing him now. Thanks to everyone on HSBBW for the feedback on Headfirst. We would likely not have gone if not for the glowing comments posted here over the past couple of years.
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Re: The cost of baseball part 3
I will give this a try 1- N/A 2-My oldest also played all the sports my yougest played but without the commitment, his idea of getting ready for the season being either basketball or baseball was to run a 1/2 mile once 2 days before the season started.His other interest included music which I supported in time and money as much as I did for my youngest in baseball. 3- I spent a bit too much money when he was younger on baseball.But I should of spent the money to send him to a Headfirst...
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Re: HeadFirst Honor Roll Showcase and Other Showcases
There are many ways a player can get noticed by coaches and let colleges know they are interested in playing for that particular school. And you are wise to think cost analysis. So, here are a few scenarios: 1) play on a travel team that travels to different showcases - add up hotel costs, food, tournament fees, etc. 2) go directly to individual college camps. Depending on location, include travel etc. Multiply the cost per college your son is interested in and goes to visit, and that...
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Re: HeadFirst Honor Roll Showcase and Other Showcases
justakid gave you some pretty good advice. They key is to not assume that someone will see you at an event like this. You should be sending information to the schools your son is interested in and finding out where they go. The Headfirst camp is highly regarded for high academic schools and if your son is targeting some of the schools that go there then it makes sense. However you should be communicating with them that you intend to go there so they are looking to see your son specifically.
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Re: HeadFirst Honor Roll Showcase and Other Showcases
MO Short, As you state there are many different options. I can tell you only our experience. My son has done two things 1. Made a local high school All star tournament team as a soph. 2. Attend a Headfirst Show case later in the summer of before the start of his Junior year. Those two things have lead to a lot of interest, chance to attend Junior days and unofficial visits. To the point where it looks like he will get a chance to play D-1 baseball. I share this to help you understand that...
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Re: HeadFirst Honor Roll Showcase and Other Showcases
My son was also looking into the Headfirst showcase. He is a 2012, is it more benificial to do that showcase before his junior year or after. Maybe just do a regular PG event after his soph. year.From looking at web sites, doesn't seem like freshman or sophmore's get same looks as junior's unless he an elite. Here in the NE, not a lot of travel teams to go down south to play the big summer tournaments. So I am looking for best options.
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Re: HeadFirst Honor Roll Showcase and Other Showcases
If we did it all again, I would have advised my son to play fewer games and attend more college camps. His tournament team travelled wide and far, playing in top events, but if you happen to play well at an odd time (or on an odd feild), when nobody sees you, you've waisted good at bats, diving catches and plenty of money. No event helped my son more than Headfirst. Everything changed after that event. We couldn't keep up with the mail. However, to benefit from Headfirst you need to know...
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Re: HeadFirst Honor Roll Showcase and Other Showcases
Thanks leftyshortstop Yes, my son has a 3.9 GPA and has always been a good student.That is why we were looking at Headfirst. I guess my real question is which summer do we attend to get most benefit. There are no teams in our area to get on for those big tournaments so thats not really an option.
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Re: HeadFirst Honor Roll Showcase and Other Showcases
My son is a high academic achiever that will be playing DIII next year. I will have to say that Headfirst probably had the most "bang for the buck" in terms of exposure of any event we attended. It generated alot of interest for him, even though he was not feeling well after having dry sockets in his teeth and not eating for 2 weeks! (also, since he felt he was not playing his best, he wouldn't introduce himself to anyone, but it didn't seem to hurt him, at least with a fair number of...
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Re: HeadFirst Honor Roll Showcase and Other Showcases
Totally agree 100% with everything leftshortstop stated on this post. My son travelled nationally after his junior year in tournaments and showcases. However, it was HeadFirst that opened up the most exposure and opportunity. He eventually chose one of those schools from a selection of many.
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Re: HeadFirst Honor Roll Showcase and Other Showcases
My son is a junior, class of 2011, solid grades. He has the opportunity to sign up for the Stanford Camp and the Headfirst Honor Role Showcase. The coaching/college rosters overlap some on these camps. We can afford two camps. Is it better to be seen by many of the same coaches twice in the same summer, or assuming a coach likes you, is one look enough?
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Re: HeadFirst Honor Roll Showcase and Other Showcases
We did both the Stanford and headfirst Rocklin camp twice. It was great, lots of college coaches present. I thought that Stanford had a better crop of baseball kids (skillwise). Even then, most of the Stanford players were not what I would consider top tier prospects -- and headfirst was a step down from that. For us, however, it was a perfect selection which ultimately lead to multiple offers from schools which were well matched for my son's interests (academically and baseball). The only...
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Re: Yale, Princeton or Headfirst camp/showcase
Headfirst will likely give you the most bang for the buck. I would not be surprised if recruiters from Yale and Princeton are there, in addition to other Ivys or Ivy light.
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Re: Yale, Princeton or Headfirst camp/showcase
If your son was a Junior I too would say go to Headfirst as that is where he will get the most exposure to different college coaches. My son attended the Yale camp after his Sophomore year and had a great time. The guy coaching his team actually stayed in touch and recruited my son throughout his Junior year. I have heard similar good things about the Princeton camp from friends of my son who attended. You might want to do either Yale or Princeton this summer and then Headfirst next summer...
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Re: Yale, Princeton or Headfirst camp/showcase
If I am interested in the Ivy's I would talk directly to the coaches to find out if they will appear at Headfirst this year. It does appear that several will not be present. It probably depends how they make out in their own venture.