Orland Sparks/Illinois Sparks

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from what I know, they are the best program in Illinois, far better than ******* who also offer many age groups. stick with sparks no need to look further, there isn't much else

sparks have a good training location

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Originally posted by bergenhschamp:
from what I know, they are the best program in Illinois, far better than seminoles who also offer many age groups. stick with sparks no need to look further, there isn't much else

Thats a smack in the face to alot of solid programs.

I agree with SIBullets. I threw against them at the Ill St./ Ill Wesleyan tourney and they hit and pitched very well. There are a ton of good teams. The Springfield Statesmen, Lakeside Cardinals, Southen Illinois Bullets, Norwood Blues, and many more are all very good teams.

si that wasn't intended as a slap just trying to give biggerpapi some good advice, sorry that it doesn't fall into line with what you believe or think. Get a little thicker skin and dont be so sensitive everything isnt always a slap or attack.
just some good advice

There is no best program. Each program has positives and negatives. The important thing is to do your research and find the right situation for your son. There are a lot of programs trying to do great things for kids. Happy hunting Biggerpapi!

better as in developing your kid or better as in winning tournaments? we know what the PC answer is, now what is it you are really looking for. lots of mediocre teams, that will develop your kid, you want to go somewhere and win some tournaments and get your kid some exposure well then you do need to hunt. If your kid is THAT good trust me they will find you "and fly you in"..

rumor has it the airplane took unleaded, probably 87 octane

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Originally posted by bergenhschamp:
si that wasn't intended as a slap just trying to give biggerpapi some good advice, sorry that it doesn't fall into line with what you believe or think. Get a little thicker skin and dont be so sensitive everything isnt always a slap or attack.
just some good advice

No sensitivity hear. I could care less since we don't compete with the Chicago teams for players since we are 300 miles south. Your telling me to get thick skin but you kind of threw a little fit when PBR wrote something on his website and this one. Sounds like you should adhere to your own advice. Just get more info about other teams before you start giving good advice.

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Originally posted by MMR:
There is no best program. Each program has positives and negatives. The important thing is to do your research and find the right situation for your son. There are a lot of programs trying to do great things for kids. Happy hunting Biggerpapi!

Very good advice! Make sure it is a good "fit" for both your son and the team you are interested in. In saying that the Sparks are a great organization that is respected in the baseball community. If you have a chance to play for them I would do so with no hesitation.

With regards to outstanding programs, each program mentioned here in this thread, while similar, offer kids different experiences due to schedules, practice facilities etc. Instead of suggesting that there are few outstanding programs, I'd suggest that there are many programs that are outstanding. For the record, I've sent many of my players to SIBullets. In fact, this year I sent 3. They represent Southern Illinois with class and are the equal of any program when it comes to coaching and doing what is right for kids.

In the immortal words of Rodney King, "Geez, guys, can't we all get along?" He said that right after he said, "Ow, stop hitting me!"

All I really wanted was some objective opinions on people's experience with one particular program. I know everyone thinks theirs is the best.

Let me retract my question, I've already made my decision and let's move on.

Like Seinfeld's black and white cookie, let's all strive for racial and baseball program harmony!

Biggerpapi,

All of the programs seem fine. Just have your son go out and play some Baseball and have fun.