(TBR Classic) olefty...gotta recruiting question for you

I can assure you though, that D2 programs workout just as hard as any other programs and in some cases, even harder. But I'm with you about the fun. A college experience without fun is like....hmmm...a job

 

I just hope that players will do their homework and look at the following:

1. Does the college offer the degree / transfer courses to help the student-athlete achieve his post baseball career goals?

2. Do the coaches have a reputation of honesty? Whether you like it or not?

3. Does it feel like a good fit (academically / and sports specific)?

4. What services are provided to assist students who may have difficulty with ther academic work?

5. What opportunites exist to gain experience and good teaching of the game? You may want to consider a lower level / JUCO (CC) to get valuable experience. Which is better sitting at a D-1 school for 2+ years, or playing immediately at a CC/JUCO that offers GC courses you would be taking at the D-1 school anyway? What about playint at a good D-2 school. A scout once told em if you are good enough, you will be seen regardless of the level you are at.

We all have to find situations we are comfortable in. When I went off to college I quickly learned that I did not have the skills to play D-1 baseball, so I decided to get my education. To be honest, I was limited as a player (I am sorry Braves, PRD and BIG BYRD, I know you think I am such a superior athlete ). Kids today need to look beyond the "glamour schools" if they want to excel or advance. Take advantage of the opportunity.

I love my kids and try to be honest with them, whether they like it or not. Am i Perfect? NO, but all I can do is my best.

I hope this helps.

 

Good job Coach...very informing

 

Baseball Players

Kids that take their baseball very seriously can not help but look at the baseball side of the decision more seriously than the education side. Im not saying they do not care about education but baseball is such a big part of their life and where they play and who they play for is a big decision for them. The parents have to get envolved and stress the importance of going to a school that offers them in education what they are looking for. There has to be some balance. I personally have never been hung up on the status thing about where our players play be it D-1 or community college etc. Do they really want you? Do you really want them? Is this a place you want to be even if you did not play baseball? Do you like the coaches as people? Ask other players that have played there under the staff in place. Do not be afraid to do your homework. Do not get caught up in the hype or the status of the University. My nephew was a heck of a player in HS. He and his dad where so concerned with him playing D-1 that they ingnored the quality D-2 programs that heavily recruited him. Instead they went out of state to a very good D-1 program because of the status of the program and the mere fact it was D-1. Before he played his first game as a Freshman the Head Coach decided to retire and the staff was let go upon the arrival of the new Head Coach. Here he was hundreds of miles from home and the new staff had no clue who he was and could have caredless. Needless to say he was miserable and decided to transfer after his first year of college. He didnt want to go to school at this University he wanted to play baseball there and for the coach that recruited him. I hope everything works out for you and your son , best of luck.

 

Braves

You were right. My son loves the whole Davidson experience. They are about two weeks in to fall practice and he is fitting in well with a great bunch of guys. For those parents and kids about to go through the process, I can only say that it can kick you in the teeth but if you stick with it and do your homework, there is alot of opportunity out there for players to keep playing after HS. But make darn sure HE wants to keep playing, because if he doesn't absolutely love the game, the work expected at the college level will not be positive for him.

 

how much

Baseball Man, please give example of the amount of practice, time commitment, etc you have seen required for college players. thanks.

 

You hit the nail on the head, BaseballMan. That is also why you see so many players quit after fall practices. They no longer want to go through the demanding schedule that tests one's commitment and sacrifice. I don't blame one who does quit. It's not for everyone.

 

NCAA teams can practice 20 hours per week in the off season, but keep in mind that lifting and running time counts toward the 20. So basically, my son's team goes 3.5 hours per day 5 days per week with makeup time on the weekend if any is lost to rain, etc. MOst of that time is drilling and conditioning but they do play some intrasquad games to keep it fresh. Those hours take away alot of time from just being a college kid.

 

what if

baseball man, what if a kid has a class scheduled the same time that the team practice is?
also can they practice on their own time outside of the 20 hr per week team practice?

 

They thought they were in shape

The commitment to time and conditioning is unlike my son has ever experienced. Up every morning for running,around 5 then practice around 1:00 until later in the day. His coaches say classes are first as he has a class until 1:15 on three days and then goes to practice. They requested him to take no classes after 1:00. In his words "Dad this is like a job" but in his case he loves the game so much he wants to stay the course, get an education an play college baseball. Every kid to a man thought that their HS program or showcase was tough until they get there. My thoughts