First Prospect Camp

Great to hear that your son did well at this camp. I think attending college camps are beneficial for multiple purposes, as the players start to grasp what they like and don't like about programs. Assuming, of course, that one can afford to attend.

My son has done a few over the last couple of years, all at schools that are on his very large list. What I have noticed is that they often do not bring in the best talent, as they are more money makers then scouting events. But, that being said, they allow a player to get more comfortable with the environment and speaking with college coaches, which will pay off in a few short years. Your son accomplished that this weekend, which is great for him.

College coaches are usually very good at what they do and will begin speaking with players that they identify as potential future prospects.

Make sure your guy follows up with an email thanking the coaches.

All the best to you both.

Always a contentious subject: Doing college showcase camps early, as a rising freshman,  or later as a rising junior? 

 

I'm a fan of early.  Going to these college camps promotes "early exposure TO the system, as opposed to expecting any exposure FROM it."  The "it's only a money maker" argument is valid.  But I figure for the price of one day on a college ball field for $150 your kid is getting about 6-hours of baseball?  And if players listen carefully they will hear some very good nuggets of info.  I know plenty of folks who blow $150 in three hours worth of hitting lessons. 

 

Good for your son for getting out there and competing.  It can only help him.  Especially at a time of year when there isn't much ball going on.  Good luck to him.

I think going early gave him an excellent opportunity to experience what it is all about.    He was so amped up from the nearly 7 hours of baseball (only $120) that he didn't stop talking about it the whole ride home 45mins ...