Winter camps vs. prospect camps

Since you are from the North you want to make sure you are in "baseball shape" if you go to a wimnter camp especially if you are going south to attend one because the Southern boys WILL be in shape, that you can count on---mkae34s no sense to attend a camp when not in shape and make a poor showing

Thanks, TR. I've seen that advice given before, and I understand what you're saying. My son is doing as much as he can up here.

I appreciate all your input. This is a great Web site with tremendous insight. I've learned a lot in the short time I've been on.

scentpa, before you send money, check and make sure that the school's recruiting coordinator and head coach will be in attendance the entire time. You want to make sure the decision-makers are there to see your son.

Junior year is an excellent time to attend these types of winter camps, as coaches who are interested can follow your son this coming summer. If your son is a senior, you may not get as much bang for your buck unless he is a pitcher, since many programs are still looking for extra arms in the spring.

Another good rule to follow is , will coaches from schools you are interested in attending be at these camps . My son attended camps and or showcases where the assistant head coach was in attendance , head coaches rarely go unless it is their camp , and now has a full ride to a D1 college he wanted to attend since he was 11 . So good luck to you and your son and spend your money wisely .