My grandson is looking to try a showcase team. We do not know much about who or what they are all about . He is starting high school this year and wants to make the team.
He is a pretty good pitcher but needs help to get better.
What teams are out there.
Thank you.
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You didn't mention his age/grad year but I highly recommend you do your due diligence, especially when it comes to the larger organizations. Some have great reputations others appear to be nothing more than money grabs that will take anyone willing to pay the $$$$. That said, locally you have the Tidewater Orioles, Chesapeake, Rays, ODH, Mid-Atlantic Pirates, Black Sox and some others. If you broaden your reach you also have the Hampton Roads Hurricanes, Virginia Venom and some others up on the Peninsula. The Richmond Braves and Evoshield Canes also take players from the area but I believe both organizations have already filled their Fall rosters since it's right around the corner.
Being late to the party for Fall when many teams have already had tryouts your options might be limited. I do believe the Mid-Atlantic Pirates might still be looking - http://midatlanticpirates.com.
Thank you he is 15. Several people have told me about the Rays. We have talked to a few people. What can you tell me about the coaches. When I ask others they tell me to do my research. So I am trying to get info.
Part of me is saying if they won't tell you, find another team?
The Virginia Cardinals take players from all over the state, and in fact, we have many alumni from your area and one Great Bridge player right now. See our web site link to express interest.
Thank you I will have a look.
Is the CR coach that former coach from GF that was removed from the team for disciplinary reasons ?
Might need to to stay clear.
Private message me. I coach a team and would like to hear more about him. Rosters always make room for talent and good character kids.
That gf coach is a fantastic coach. There is no need to steer clear. He is a great guy and knows his stuff. Fantastic program too.
The Canes have several players from the area and are always interested in top talent. As a matter of fact, I am based in the area. PM me if you'd like to talk.
Most of the current Chesapeake coaches have roots in the Great Bridge program. That includes the current WB/GB/Hickory/OS/ coaches and the GF coach in question above. The current GF coach is an exception.
Anyone familiar with the GB program would tell you that it can be extremely intense and was so for as long as anyone can remember. The coaches all have varying styles ranging from teachers to screamers.
There are plenty of stories good and bad, some real and some blown up. These guys all know baseball and you have to decide for yourself if they work for you on something like a showcase. You don't have much choice on the HS team unless you are willing to move.
Thank you so much. My grandson was injured a week ago. So he is taking the fall season off.
