How does someone become an associate scout. I'm interested in scouting. Can someone here help?
Thanks
RD
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RD,
I will try and give a bit of guidance.
First, speaking a second language will be a huge help as a scout, from what I have learned. Spanish is a plus.
Second, MLB does offer a scout school in Sept/Oct of each year. The problem is getting access to the school. Each team can send two candidates and then MLB also selects attendees. It is very tough to get on the list for as one of the teams selections.
Unfortunately, I do not know how it is done with MLB and/or their scouting bureau.
There are some private programs offered on gaining the skills to become a scout. You can find them online. They are not cheap and it isn't real clear how successful they are.
Bottom line, you need to aquire the skills to be a scout. The MLB scout school is the best for that. You may want to contact the MLB scouting bureau to see if they will provide information.
I will try and give a bit of guidance.
First, speaking a second language will be a huge help as a scout, from what I have learned. Spanish is a plus.
Second, MLB does offer a scout school in Sept/Oct of each year. The problem is getting access to the school. Each team can send two candidates and then MLB also selects attendees. It is very tough to get on the list for as one of the teams selections.
Unfortunately, I do not know how it is done with MLB and/or their scouting bureau.
There are some private programs offered on gaining the skills to become a scout. You can find them online. They are not cheap and it isn't real clear how successful they are.
Bottom line, you need to aquire the skills to be a scout. The MLB scout school is the best for that. You may want to contact the MLB scouting bureau to see if they will provide information.
if you know a scout and have some backround in baseball...they will set you up as a scout "bird dog" letting them know of players because they cant watch everyone...hope that helps
That is exactly what the job of an associate scout is. You id players you believe the scout in your area that you work for will want to see. You fill out a card on them and forward it to your area scout for your org. Basically you ID players and gather information on players for your boss.
I am in my 3rd year as an associate scout for Tampa. I have had a couple of kids sign pro contracts that I have made the initial contact with. For this there is a payment made to you. Outside of that there in no pay. If you know a full time scout approach him and see if he would like your help. Good luck
I am in my 3rd year as an associate scout for Tampa. I have had a couple of kids sign pro contracts that I have made the initial contact with. For this there is a payment made to you. Outside of that there in no pay. If you know a full time scout approach him and see if he would like your help. Good luck
my bad coach...didnt word it the right way but you did....thanks
That's the job I want. Travel around watching HS kids play ball for a living sounds great. So, how much do you make a year? 50K-100K? 
I do have a baseball background. I'm bilingual. I speak Spanish and English fluently. I'm very interested in getting this going.
quote:Originally posted by texasbaseballcoach:
my bad coach...didnt word it the right way but you did....thanks
Are you a coach in Texas? I played high school and college ball in Texas, I also played in The Cuban League in Dallas, this was a premier league. I'm bilingual(spanish & english fluently). Can you put me in contact with someone?
rd,
Yeah I do coach baseball in the metroplex...i would suggest finding a scout in your area(or one you may know from your playing days)and have them set you up as a "bird dog"...really think you have to know someone to get anything going
Yeah I do coach baseball in the metroplex...i would suggest finding a scout in your area(or one you may know from your playing days)and have them set you up as a "bird dog"...really think you have to know someone to get anything going