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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]17 year old senior, loves to play, plays on two rec teams. Tried out as a sophomore for high school team, didn't make it. Has grown a lot since then, 6 ft now, and improved. Plans to try out again this spring, but unlikely to make team, competing with all the boys who have been on jv. Outfielder and a good hitter. Would like to play in college, maybe D3. Realizes may not be possible. Any suggestions?[/quote]

So realistically it’s going to be an uphill battle to play D3 if he’s not making a high school roster. Guys that have played 3 years on varsity are fortunate if they get to play D3. 
Not to say that being a really late developer won’t make a difference, but he’s going to have to play some high school ball if playing in college is his goal. Train every day and see where that takes him.[/quote]
Thanks, he is training, but I guess even if he really got a chance to show off his hitting the coach probably wouldn’t take him as a senior. But he wants to try. Really appreciate your advice. Thank you![/quote]

So I’ve said this to many players trying to make a team, and it works. You can make errors or mistakes that’s not where his focus needs to be for tryouts. HUSTLE! Be the first to show up, last to leave, be vocal, be the kid that picks up balls the quickest, etc. Coaches eyes will always gravitate towards the kids that are relentless.[/quote]
This is great advice. He may not make the team, but he will hustle. I'll tell him. Thank you.[/quote]

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