Tagged With "Rawlings Pro Preferred"
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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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Baltimore Bandits 17U Showcase Looking for Players
Bandits Baseball is seeking dedicated and committed players for our fall 17U Showcase program. • Structured indoor baseball workouts & agility training • Summer & Fall seasons • Tournaments include local & out of state The team will be trained by a select group of coaches with extensive baseball backgrounds at the high school, college and pro level. The team will train exclusively at our indoor facility, Bandits Sports Performance Center in Cooksville, MD throughout the winter...
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Baltimore Bandits 17U Showcase Looking for Players
Bandits Baseball is seeking dedicated and committed players for our fall 17U Showcase program. • Structured indoor baseball workouts & agility training • Summer & Fall seasons • Tournaments include local & out of state The team will be trained by a select group of coaches with extensive baseball backgrounds at the high school, college and pro level. The team will train exclusively at our indoor facility, Bandits Sports Performance Center in Cooksville, MD throughout the winter...
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Baltimore Bandits 17U Showcase Looking for Players
Bandits Baseball is seeking dedicated and committed players for our fall 17U Showcase program. • Structured indoor baseball workouts & agility training • Summer & Fall seasons • Tournaments include local & out of state The team will be trained by a select group of coaches with extensive baseball backgrounds at the high school, college and pro level. The team will train exclusively at our indoor facility, Bandits Sports Performance Center in Cooksville, MD throughout the winter...
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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...
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Recruited Frosh vs JuCo Transfers to D1
What % of upperclassmen at good D1 typically came in as recruited frosh vs JuCO transfers? Does it vary a lot from program to program? Do some?a few? many? programs prefer to develop players for all 4 years through their own...
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Best Athlete Training facility in AZ?
Which one of these are the best training facilities in Arizona? Seems like all of these places really get athletes into shape and pro baseball players have great things to say about all of these places/trainers. I'm looking for a place to train, so...
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Improbable pro - The O's Torres unique journey ...
Improbable pro Torres in O’s organization despite being cut from his HS team 4 times and not pitching until college http://www.fredericknewspost.c...19-0017a43b2370.html
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2014 PG underclass world championships
novice mom here and would love some feedback, has anyone recvd a college offer after attending? do pro scouts or college coaches attend this event? thanks! -Bev
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Best of the 757 Baseball Showcase (open to 757 and 804 athletes)
The 2014 Best of the 757 Baseball Showcase ( www.bestofot.com/757/baseball/ ) at Harbor Park (Home of the Norfolk Tides) on August 23rd . The showcase is a great opportunity for high school baseball athletes in the 757 and 804 to gain exposure from VirginiaPreps.com, get a baseline for your measurables and add new skills. We have a great group of staff coaches, including --- Tim Hummel (Cape Henry), Sean Townsend (Great Bridge), Roland Wright (Western Branch), Chris Dotolo (Norfolk Academy),...
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Email or Actual Letter for coaches
I know this is a topic covered in the Recruiting Information section, and that it recommends sending an actual letter, but I'm not sure when that was written. I also searched the forums for info, but all of the threads seem to be older....
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AZ Community Colleges
Hi guys, What would you guys say is the general opinion of AZ jucos today? I know they're still good, but the talent isn't NEARLY what it was up until about 4-5 years ago. I'm not seeing as many kids get drafted out of them, and I went to a few...
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Pro Advantage Training? (AZ people please help?)
Sorry to keep posting about this, but does anyone at all, or their children, have experience working out here? It seems really attractive, and Keith Wilson seems to have a good reputation, but is it really worth it? It is really pricey and am just...
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After Soph Yr Summer
Being in Michigan and with a tight team budget (i.e. can't afford multiple trips to GA for PG tourneys) what are the best tourneys to put a team into where the boys are going to be seen by scouts (pro or collegiate)? We're starting the planning...
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Needed: Volunteer Assistant/Camp Director
New Mexico Military Institute (NJCAA I): Primary responsibilities include instructing the catchers while assisting with other areas of team defense and/or offense. This position will also serve as Camp Coordinator and will have the ability to earn...
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After JuCo
Did the search and wanted to gets some imput from parents that have been there and done that since topic has not really been updated. My 2015 LHP is a tweener, has been told more than a few times if he were 83-85 fb he would already be...
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Maryland Monarchs Summer Program Tryouts
The well-respected Maryland Monarchs will be holding a tryout for their 2015 summer program on Sunday, September 21st at 1pm. The tryout will be held at Arundel High School in Gambrills, MD. This will be a pro-style tryout in front of all Monarch...
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Maryland Monarchs Summer Program Tryouts
The well-respected Maryland Monarchs will be holding a tryout for their 2015 summer program on Sunday, September 21st at 1pm. The tryout will be held at Arundel High School in Gambrills, MD. This will be a pro-style tryout in front of all Monarch...
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Different angle on elbow injuries
I'm not endorsing nor downplaying this article. Just a different angle for the discussion. Note that it was written before the recent rash of injuries including a pitcher the article specifically mentions. ...
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Max velo for size and weight
Entering senior season trying to increase velo for next level.6"5" 205lb RHP 87-89 currently working with a pro scout in se area who had a first round pick and other later round picks. I feel I need to get more velo that seems to be what the scouts...
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Joe Bohringer interview with Andy Andres
ANDY ANDRES: Joe, we're here in Phoenix at the SABR Analytics Conference in 2014. And there's a lot of folks here talking about baseball analytics, how it's grown up, where it is today, where it might go forward. One aspect of that is that we've got this huge course coming up at BU offered to thousands of people to understand sabermetrics better. But you were there a long time ago. You've been in baseball for a long time. Can you talk about the arc of the change in sabermetrics and analytics...
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How do you decide?
You're a college junior and you get drafted in a late round. You've told scouts you definitely want to play pro baseball, but you thought you'd be drafted much earlier. The scout calls to sign you and tells you that you will be placed in...
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Texas State Director of Baseball Paid Position
Looking for a well connected former pro player interested in a paid opportunity helping develop youth baseball in the state. this is a once in a lifetime opportunity for the right guy. Message me for the details
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Skills Videos - Worth it? Why/why not?
I have lots of questions on this topic as we navigate the waters of HS baseball. My son is a JV player, going to be in 10th grade. Is it a good time to create a first skills video for him with the anticipation that more will be created as...
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Great round table program hosted by Bob Costas on MLB network
Must see for everyone on the changes in the pro game with discussion also on youth baseball.
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East Coast Showcase team looking for coaches
We are a new national level showcase team with a focus on showcasing high end D1 prospects in front of college coaches and pro scouts. Teams will be fielded in the 15u, 16u and 17u age groups. Each team will consist of a roster comprised of talent...
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open tryouts
I am 18 and just graduated high school. Leaving in 2 weeks to start my career playing college ball. I attended my first pro open tryout this week, actually did quite well making the cuts to the end. After my bp rounds, the scout had my name and...
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Us Naval Academy Baseball
My son has been offered an admission and a place on US Naval Academy baseball team. What do we do? What questions do we need to ask before commitment? Draft and Pro-ball- is it out? Worried mom
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Elite Pitchers Program - Driveline Baseball
With summer ball winding down, the 2014-2015 off-season is nearly upon us. Driveline Baseball is once again running off-season Elite Pitcher groups for the following ages: -Youth (11-13) -HS / College -Pro Kyle Boddy is the head...
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Signed Pro Contract and Left to Attend College?
This is a link to an article about a HS kid drafted by the Braves who signed a pro contract, was at their facility for a week, then left to attend a community college. I was under the impression that this wasn't even possible... http://www.dailyfreeman.com/sp...er-community-college BASEBALL: Kingston High graduate Pat Dorrian leaves Atlanta Braves, will attend Herkimer Community College By Freeman staff Tuesday, July 22, 2014 Pat Dorrian’s professional baseball career seemingly came to an...
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Tryouts- Diamond Pros 8U-22U
Diamond Pros Tryouts 8U-22U REGISTRATION NOW OPEN! August 10th McDonogh School - Owings Mills, MD Players interested in playing for any of the Diamond Pros 2014 Fall and or 2015 Summer teams are invited to attend. For more details or to register to attend click https://www.signmeup.com/site/...ter.aspx?fid=RJ2VYH7 2014/2015 Coaching Staff 22U/MCBL – Joe Daddura & Eric Dezell (5 years successful DP teams) 18U Tournament/Eddie Brooks/Connie Mack – Kevin Baron & Ian Arciaga (graduating...
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Tryouts- Diamond Pros 8U-22U
Diamond Pros Tryouts 8U-22U REGISTRATION NOW OPEN! August 10th McDonogh School - Owings Mills, MD Players interested in playing for any of the Diamond Pros 2014 Fall and or 2015 Summer teams are invited to attend. For more details or to register to attend click https://www.signmeup.com/site/...ter.aspx?fid=RJ2VYH7 2014/2015 Coaching Staff 22U/MCBL – Joe Daddura & Eric Dezell (5 years successful DP teams) 18U Tournament/Eddie Brooks/Connie Mack – Kevin Baron & Ian Arciaga (graduating...
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Ronin Bat Co. Showcase - Aug. 3 - Craig Ranch
Ronin Bat Co. is hosting a wood bat showcase Sunday Aug. 3 at the Craig Ranch 4-Plex in McKinney, TX. 25 Collegiate and Pro Scouts are registered to attend. Cost is $225 per player. Showcase starts at 12 pm and includes 60...
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Ronin Bat Co. Showcase - Aug 3. - Craig Ranch
Ronin Bat Co. is hosting a wood bat showcase Sunday Aug. 3 at the Craig Ranch 4-Plex in McKinney, TX. 25 Collegiate and Pro Scouts are registered to attend. Cost is $225 per player. Showcase starts at 12 pm and includes 60...
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"True Story"
Monday July 14, I attend a rare afternoon game with the local College Summer League game in Healdsburg, California. There were 12 pro scouts all friends from my Area Code Games. My question was is this an Area Code alumni meeting? No,...
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Northern Va - 16U EvoShield Canes MVP Tryout (2017/2018) - Dec 13, 2014
The EvoShield Canes Baseball Program ( http://canesbaseball.net/ ) and the MVP Terps Baseball Program (mvpbaseballschool.com) are excited to announce a strong partnership and the formation of a new regional Canes team - 16U EvoShield Canes MVP ....
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Northern Va - 16U EvoShield Canes MVP Tryout (2017/2018) - Dec 13, 2014
The EvoShield Canes Baseball Program ( http://canesbaseball.net/ ) and the MVP Terps Baseball Program (mvpbaseballschool.com) are excited to announce a strong partnership and the formation of a new regional Canes team - 16U EvoShield Canes MVP ....
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Northern Va - 16U EvoShield Canes MVP Tryout (2017/2018) - Dec 13, 2014
The EvoShield Canes Baseball Program ( http://canesbaseball.net/ ) and the MVP Terps Baseball Program (mvpbaseballschool.com) are excited to announce a strong partnership and the formation of a new regional Canes team - 16U EvoShield Canes MVP ....
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Northern Va - 16U EvoShield Canes MVP Tryout (2017/2018) - Dec 13, 2014
The EvoShield Canes Baseball Program ( http://canesbaseball.net/ ) and the MVP Terps Baseball Program (mvpbaseballschool.com) are excited to announce a strong partnership and the formation of a new regional Canes team - 16U EvoShield Canes MVP ....
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The process
Have been reading here, for several years. Young (16y/o) 2016 has been reading for @ 6months. Handles his baseball journey and business, for the most part.The legal stuff he runs by us 1st. Replies to colleges, we have discussed before he hits send,...
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Which Team.....
I live near Chester County, PA and my son quit his local baseball team. Since that happened he is considering A lot of teams can you guys help us narrow down the list? Here is the list looking for general info age group anywhere from 14u-16u 9ers...
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The #1 Strength technique to prevent Arm Injury
Do you have a Superior Labrum Anterior to Posterior (SLAP) tear? Do you want to know how to prevent a SLAP tear, Elbow pain, or any significant injury from happening as a baseball player? Enter Chris, a 15y/o left handed pitcher who was throwing good heat for his age (sitting in the low 80's) without any formal pitcher training. Chris began developing a painful pinch on the back of shoulder early in the Spring of 2014 in the late cocking position. This pain eventually brought him to my...
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16U EvoShield Canes Tryout - Northern Virginia - Sat Dec 13
The EvoShield Canes Baseball Program ( http://canesbaseball.net/ ) and the MVP Terps Baseball Program (mvpbaseballschool.com) are excited to announce a strong partnership and the formation of a new regional Canes team - 16U EvoShield Canes MVP ....
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Questions regarding In-Home visits with Pro Scouts
Hey all, this is my first post to the site, even though I have been following this site for quite some time now. I have a son who has had three in-home visits so far with area scouts from three different teams. I had a couple questions regarding this...
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44 Pro Gloves
Does anyones son use these or know of someone that has these type of Glvoes? Son is very interested and I was just wondering how good of a Glove they are compared to a Wilson or Rawlings that we have used in the Past. Thanks and Happy...
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Pro multi sport athletes ... baseball and another
How many can we name without looking them up? Has to have played in regular season games. Jim Thorpe OF and NFL Gene Conley P and NBA Chuck Conners 1B and NBA Dave DeBusschere P and NBA Ron Reed P and NBA Bo Jackson OF and NFL Deion Sanders OF...
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Pitching Machine or Real Pitcher for BP?
Any coaches have any opinions on whether it is better for the hitters to see pitching from a coach for bp or using a pitching machine for bp? As a hitter I liked a coach throwing bp but I didn't realize as a player the amount of damage the...
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What Are My Potentials For College/Pro Baseball?
Currently I am 15. I turned 15 about 2 months ago. I'm a sophomore in high school. I currently play Varsity in school and fall ball. I'm literally the youngest lol My question for you today is, how far do you think I can go in pitching...
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Metro Scout League Week 2 Review
Please see below the week 2 recap of the Metro Scout League. We will list the scouts that attended, pitcher velo's and the Hog-Pogs-and Dogs for the week. If you and your son have time and want to watch our league for future...
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Northeast Collegiate Winter Workout
College Coaches Winter Workout Presented By the CT Blue Jays www.CTBluejays.com December 13th NYA Sports and Fitness Center Fairfield Hills Campus 4 Primrose Street, Newtown, CT 06470 3pm-7pm $195 This...