advice to part-time player

Doesn't sound like a "committed" baseball player.  Not sure why he would even want to go to a camp, except for fun.  Of course if he goes, mom and dad can brag that he is being "recruited" by _______.      

Totally agree with this - doesn't sound like he wants to play baseball at all but Mom and Dad would like to brag.

It was odd. I don't know them well enough to ask why he would consider going to a camp or two if he's not even playing.

But, the kid might have the kind of raw talent, body type, and speed that would get noticed if he attended. Kid does have a good swing and some power.

But it would be hard to justify why he's not playing and whether he is more committed to another sport.

I have to agree with Golfman.  Maybe the kid just enjoys the game and being a part of his HS team (which is fine).  Your description does not sound like the kind of player that really wants to continue beyond HS.  And that's ok too. 

The parents are probably just clueless.  Some of the form letters look pretty darn specific and a little flattering.  I know if I hadn't found this sight, I'd be surprised and would think they had serious interested in son.  But, they are all just the general letters that probably go out to hundreds or thousands of kids.  

I'm confused...you say he is FAST, you say he has a good swing with some power...and you say he is good but not great.  What's lacking?  And if he isn't playing baseball now when was the last time you saw him play....and how would the camps even have his info...please humor the newbie.

I think he projects well. But he has not had out of this world production. Last time I saw him was last year. I think the raw athletic ability is probably there though.

I had a fifteen year old on a 16u team whose parents talked constantly about the major college programs recruiting him. He was receiving letters and invitations to camps after filling out the online recruiting form.

The parents became so obnoxious I had to do something. I tried to explain the situation. In return they started showing me the letters. I went online to a ranked ACC team and filled out an online recruiting form for my dog. My dog received letters word for word identical to the kid's letters except the name.

My dog was weak on grounders. But he had great range as an outfielder (if baseball was played with frisbees). At the plate he was strong. He was a good eater.

Dear Barky VonSnauzer...After seeing you recently perform, we are excited to invite you to our camp.  We think you would be a good fit for our program.  

OMG, I LOVE THIS SITE!!!!