Tryout Information
Date: Saturday, August 9, 2025
Location: Mercer Park, 1317 Dover St, Iowa City, IA 52240
Rain Date: Sunday, August 10, 2025
How to Register
- All players must register online before tryouts.
- Use the registration portal at the bottom of the page to begin.
- A $25 non-refundable tryout fee is due at registration.
Makeup tryout - If your player cannot attend tryouts, you can request a makeup tryout when completing registration. Makeup sessions will be held the week of August 11.
Tryout Registration Portal
Age Divisions (Fall of 2025 Grade Level)
All players will try out with the Age Group that corresponds to the Grade they will enter in the fall of 2025.
| Age Group | Grade |
|---|---|
| 6U (Development Program) | Pre-K / Kindergarten - No tryouts (see information below) |
| 7U | 1st Grade |
| 8U | 2nd Grade |
| 9U | 3rd Grade |
| 10U | 4th Grade |
| 11U | 5th Grade |
| 12U | 6th Grade |
| 13U | 7th Grade |
| 14U | 8th Grade (City High future 9th graders – contact your coach or email the club) |
6U Development Program
Our development program focuses on teaching baseball fundamentals, skill-building, and game play. There are no tryouts for 6U, but for more information and to register, please use the tryout registration link.
Tryout Schedule – Saturday, August 9
- 7U–9U: 8:30–10:30 AM (arrive at 8:15 AM for check-in)
- 10U–13U: 10:30 AM–12:30 PM (arrive at 10:15 AM for check-in)
What to Bring
- Baseball glove, bat, helmet, water bottle
- Wear baseball pants and cleats
- Players receive a tryout t-shirt upon arrival
- Please arrive 15 minutes early for check-in
- Parents are welcome to stay and watch
- If leaving, return 30 minutes before tryouts end
Tryout Format
Players will be evaluated and scored with their grade level on the following:
- Speed & Agility
- Hitting
- Infield Skills
- Outfield Skills
- Pitching
In addition to skills, we assess effort, attitude, coachability, and sportsmanship. Character matters as much as talent.
Optional Tryout Prep Sessions
Open to any 7U–13U players interested in tryouts, with a focus on skill preparation for the tryouts. No registration is needed to attend these prep sessions.
Location: Mercer Park
Dates:
- Tuesday, August 5th
- Thursday, August 7th
Times:
- 5:30–7:00 PM: (7U–9U)
- 7:00–8:30 PM: (10U–13U)
Tryout Results
- Results will be emailed about two weeks after makeup tryouts.
- Selected players must accept their roster spot and complete team registration within 48 hours.
- While we aim to place all players, some may not be selected. Families will be notified once rosters are finalized.
Fees & Expenses
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Tryout Fee | $25 | Non-refundable |
| Club Fee | $200 | Facility rental, team equipment, insurance, and other club expenses. |
| Team Fees | Varies | Covers tournaments and league play. Families pay what isn't covered through fundraising and sponsorships. |
| Uniform | $150–$200 | Puchased by player and includes 2 jerseys, pants, belt, socks, and hat. |
Players are also responsible for providing their cleats, glove, bat, helmet, and bag.
Season Schedule
Indoor Training (Jan–Mar)
- Flexible for winter sports participants
- Weekly hitting sessions
- Full-club fielding & throwing sessions (Sunday mornings)
Outdoor Practices (Apr–Jul)
- 2–3 practices per week (varies by team)
- Weekly league games (varies by team)
Tournaments (Apr–Jul)
- Varies by team/age group (Some teams play 6 tournaments, and others may play up to 9 or more)
Scholarships
We’re committed to making baseball accessible. If your family needs financial assistance, please email us to learn more about our scholarship program.