First of all, I love this site! It has really helped during my son's baseball journey.
We would appreciate any information/recommendations regarding sports advisors. My son is a junior in college and has had interest from several teams.
Thank you!
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NYYfan posted:First of all, I love this site! It has really helped during my son's baseball journey.
We would appreciate any information/recommendations regarding sports advisors. My son is a junior in college and has had interest from several teams.
Thank you!
Hard question to answer without knowing much about your son. Just because your son has gotten attention does not mean that an advisor/advisor is needed, at this time, and since your son is a junior in college, this would be something he needs to decide, with your guidance of course.
A lot depends upon where your son might be drafted. And a lot depends upon his position, his stats, what program, and his ranking, nationally and within the state. That will determine whether he will need an agent. The general rule is, they contact you, not necessarily the other way around.
Since the season hasn't begun yet, I suggest doing homework on how much the slots are worth up until the 10th round.
If you need further info, don't hesitate to send a pm.
Enjoy your sons season, best of luck to him.
I've read on this site that the college staff can oftentimes be a valuable resource in these type situations - sort of an early read on what some scouts are thinking. Assuming the program has had some draft activity in the past, the staff should be somewhat knowledgeable about the process and can provide some early input into the situation.
What level of interest? Requests for questionnaires to be completed? Medical information? Request to complete or have access to a TAP test? Or request for a meeting? How many times has he been contacted? Lots of variables to consider. I'm sure some folks on here who have sons who have been drafted can help further. Lots of great advice so far, i'm sure others will chime in.
Shoveit4Ks posted:What level of interest? Requests for questionnaires to be completed? Medical information? Request to complete or have access to a TAP test? Or request for a meeting? How many times has he been contacted? Lots of variables to consider. I'm sure some folks on here who have sons who have been drafted can help further. Lots of great advice so far, i'm sure others will chime in.
What's a TAP test?
Clemson asks it’s players to take this psych test. It was pitched as a way for coaches to identify methodologies with the players/situations etc. It is now being used by the MLB and most scouts are asking for my son’s log in (if he has taken it) or asking him to take it if he hasn’t already.
TPM said it all: "A lot depends upon where your son might be drafted. And a lot depends upon his position, his stats, what program, and his ranking, nationally and within the state. That will determine whether he will need an agent. The general rule is, they contact you, not necessarily the other way around. " Keep in mind that an adviser does not get paid until your son is drafted and turns pro. Thus the higher in the draft, the more lucrative he becomes. Have your son engage in a heart to heart with HC or AC on his talent and if any interests from scouts or advisers. With my son most advisers tried to find a person of common interest on their initial approach (coach, former player, etc) so it won't be a cold call scenario. Ask previous players who are in the minors how they found their agents. A little late now but for others in the summer try to play in well known programs/leagues such as Cape Cod, Team USA (these are invites/referrals/try outs only).
Trust In Him posted:TPM said it all: "A lot depends upon where your son might be drafted. And a lot depends upon his position, his stats, what program, and his ranking, nationally and within the state. That will determine whether he will need an agent. The general rule is, they contact you, not necessarily the other way around. " Keep in mind that an adviser does not get paid until your son is drafted and turns pro. Thus the higher in the draft, the more lucrative he becomes. Have your son engage in a heart to heart with HC or AC on his talent and if any interests from scouts or advisers. With my son most advisers tried to find a person of common interest on their initial approach (coach, former player, etc) so it won't be a cold call scenario. Ask previous players who are in the minors how they found their agents. A little late now but for others in the summer try to play in well known programs/leagues such as Cape Cod, Team USA (these are invites/referrals/try outs only).
You raised a great point. Since this is the OPs sons first draft year, where did he play last summer and how did he do?
My son had to take a psych test before the draft in HS which went to MLB. He did not have to take it his draft year in college.
