Player Evaluation & Team Placement

Our Select & Travel teams (8U – High School) are built through a structured evaluation process designed to identify skill level, coachability, athleticism, and long-term potential. We evaluate more than just performance on a single day — we assess complete player development.

What We Evaluate

Baseball Skills Hitting

Mechanics & balance
Bat speed & barrel control
Strike zone awareness
Approach & competitiveness Fielding
Arm strength
Mechanics
Velocity (age appropriate)
Command & control
Receiving & framing
Pop time

Footwork & positioning
Glove control
Reaction time
Game awareness Throwing
Accuracy
Decision-making Pitching (if applicable)
Mechanics & repeatability
Composure under pressure Catching (if applicable)
Blocking ability
Leadership presence

Athleticism & Performance Metrics

All athletes may be evaluated in:

All players have access to our Performance & Strength Program, and evaluation results help build their development plan.

Intangibles & Coachability

We place strong emphasis on:

Effort level
Body language
Listening skills
Respect toward coaches & teammates
Competitive mindset
Academic accountability Talent may open the door. Character keeps it open

Evaluation Format

Tryouts typically include:

Skill stations
Live reps
Controlled scrimmage situations
Situational baseball IQ testing
Individual feedback when applicable
Situational baseball IQ testing
Players may also be evaluated during academy training sessions prior to official team placement.

Team Placement Philosophy

Teams are formed based on:

Skill readiness
Developmental needs
Positional balance
Long-term projection
Commitment level (player & family) Not all athletes will be placed on travel tournament teams. Some may be recommended for development squads to prepare for future advancement. Our goal is proper placement — not inflated rosters.

Tryout Registration

To register for an evaluation

Players should arrive: