Opinions on being recruited senior year? Can it happen? What divisions recruit seniors? And is it too late?
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It is late, but it's not too late. Every division will have schools signing kids even in the summer after the senior season. The lower divisions typically recruit seniors. DI loses recruits to the draft. Pitchers are always in demand. Anything is possible.
So much depends on the players ability and what he is looking for. Athletic scholarship opportunities are much slimmer for most seniors, especially at top baseball programs. But if a player is good enough, many top programs mysteriously find some money.
The opportunity to play baseball and get a great education is definitely there for seniors. Don't ever give up, there is a place for everyone that has some ability and a ton of desire to play college baseball.
IN ONE WORD YES WENT THRU IT WITH MY SON---LOOK AT COLLEGES WITH ROLLING ADMISSIONS
PGStaff, I need a little advice, my 2013 has had some interest from a couple of low D1 schools. The first school told him that while they "liked" him they felt due to their current roster, they did not need any more RHP and told him they felt he should go to a JUCO. The other school said they were going to come and see him throw this spring.
He has had some interest from a top ranked D3 but it's too far away. A D2 has some interest but they are carrying 40 players (?$)
Recently had a text from a JUCO telling him they would be in touch soon and a top ranked NAIA is interested but no offers.
He is a RHP 6'3 180 throwing 85-87 very good control, knows how to pitch, misses a lot of bats. Just pitched in Ga this weekend and struck out 7 in 5 innings with 1 unearned got the win and he plays at a very good large high school that is always ranked in the top 10 in our state.
He does not light up the gun, but he always wins ...... getting really concerned at this point. He just wants to attend a school where he can play
PGStaff I sent you an email.
Just a suggestion - how about a post graduate year at a prep school? That will give another year of summer ball to get seen and also another year of physical maturity. Just a thought.
How do I get a JUCO interested in my son? He is a RHP, that throws low to mid 80's. He has a lot of growing left to do. All of my boys matured late. My middle son went to D3, pitching mid 80's and now throws in the 90's. I think this son could do the same! I think if he could get at a JUCO, then in a year or two he could move on to a larger school.
Susan, have you sent video of your son to JUCO's, or do you have video that you can send to them? Have you inquired about a tryout, which JUCO's are allowed to offer to prospects (if they choose to do so)?
Would the coach at the Div. III school who coaches/coached your middle son, and saw your middle son grow and become a 90's pitcher, call JUCO coaches on your son's behalf? There are tons of RHP's who throw low to mid-80's. If your son has the attribute of being like his older brother who grew into a 90's pitcher, you need to emphasize that and try to capitalize on it.
It's more likely to occur for pitchers. There's no such thing as too much pitching. Due to injury my son was going to PG a year. With the help of a scout he got an offer about August 20th as a position player. He had already been accepted academically in the spring. He had to redshirt freshman year due to lack of roster space.
Happens all the time. Be persistant and proactive.
Dear Rick,
I feel kind of funny asking the D3 coach to call on younger son's behalf, because he's also trying to get him to come play D3 with him. Older brother has found much success, why wouldn't the coach want him too? The coach's brother coaches at a JUCO and we've sent video to him and mentioned that older brother plays for his brother, but we haven't gotten anything back yet. I really want to mention older brother to the JUCO coaches, but don't really know how.
Thanks!!
Originally Posted by PGStaff:
Jerry, I am in a similar position. Really need some assistance.
Originally Posted by bacdorslider:
PGStaff, I need a little advice, my 2013 has had some interest from a couple of low D1 schools. The first school told him that while they "liked" him they felt due to their current roster, they did not need any more RHP and told him they felt he should go to a JUCO. The other school said they were going to come and see him throw this spring.
He has had some interest from a top ranked D3 but it's too far away. A D2 has some interest but they are carrying 40 players (?$)
Recently had a text from a JUCO telling him they would be in touch soon and a top ranked NAIA is interested but no offers.
He is a RHP 6'3 180 throwing 85-87 very good control, knows how to pitch, misses a lot of bats. Just pitched in Ga this weekend and struck out 7 in 5 innings with 1 unearned got the win and he plays at a very good large high school that is always ranked in the top 10 in our state.
He does not light up the gun, but he always wins ...... getting really concerned at this point. He just wants to attend a school where he can play
Jerry I really need your assistance - problem is similar to above -need a spring 2014 juco.
Schools are always hosting tryouts. It's not too late your son's senior year, just some work. Nothing is going to be handed to you, go out there and get it.
Here's a great example from Bacone College (NAIA):