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Travel Baseball - home of the EAGLES
Players interested in trying out for a Travel Team should contact the appropriate team manager listed below, or visit that team's individual website.
The Travel program provides highly competitive games for players in our Club who have significant ability and who are willing to try-out for our Travel teams. The goal of the Travel program is to challenge these kids to improve their playing ability beyond the typical recreational level so that our Club can consistently produce top quality players for high school and beyond. Managers at this level will be selected based on their experience and training, and teams will set goals of playing in at least 30 games, composed of regular season and tournament games. Because of the additional costs associated with Travel baseball (league fees, umpire fees, uniform costs, etc.), Travel players are required to raise additional funds for the Club beyond the standard registration fee and regular fundraising activities.
Travel Baseball Trophy CasePlease see the FAQ at the bottom of this page,
or contact the VP-Travel or a team manager for more information.
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2010 Travel Teams
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Eagles Early-Bird Tournament
The Eagles Early-Bird Tournament is a tournament for travel teams hosted by the Pasadena Baseball Club on the last weekend in March. For 2009, a 12U tournament will be held at Randazzo Park in Severn. Registration fee is $450. Please contact Jen Carr archiejencarr@cablespeed.com or visit the 12UA team website listed above for more information on this tournament.
| Year |
Division |
Champion |
Early-Bird Teams |
| 2009 |
12U |
Tournament rained out |
| 2008 |
10U |
HCYP Raiders |
Burtonsville Storm, Diamond Dreams, HCYP Raiders, Pasadena Eagles, Southern MD Sting, Western Howard County Renegades |
| 2008 |
11U |
HCYP Raiders |
Clarksburg Coyotes, DSA Cougars, Harford Sox, HCYP Raiders, Lake Shore Gray Sox, Maryland Orioles, Olney Pirates, Pasadena Eagles, Putty Hill Panthers, Savage Spirit, Severna Park Green Hornets, Sykesville Cyclones |
| 2007 |
10U |
Lake Shore Gray Sox |
Damascus, Howard County Raiders, Lake Shore Gray Sox, Olney Pirates, Pasadena Eagles, Putty Hill Panthers, and Savage Spirit |
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Cooperstown Dreams Park
The Club enters the 12 year old Travel Team into the Cooperstown Dreams Park week long tournament where the team will play games against teams from all over the country. The Club contributes the entry fee but the team itself raises all remaining money for player fees, coaches fees, family boarding, etc. For more information on the Cooperstown tournament, visit the Links menu on the left. For more information on our 12 year old Travel Team, visit their website listed below.
Congratulations to the 2009 12U Travel Eagles who finished pool play at Cooperstown with a four seed out of 104 teams from around the country, and made it to the Sweet 16 before losing to the eventual tournament runners-up.
Congratulations also to Logan Ridgeway of the 2009 12U Eagles who finished tied for 7th in the Cooperstown "Golden Arms" contest.
2009 Cooperstown Schedule:
| Day |
Date |
Time |
Field |
H/V |
Opponent |
Result |
| Sunday |
7/12 |
145pm |
1 |
Visitor |
New Berlin Heat (WI) |
W 13-0 |
| Sunday |
7/12 |
7pm |
15 |
Home |
Bay Waves (MS) |
W 3-2 |
| Monday |
7/13 |
11am |
20 |
Visitor |
Downers Grove Longshots (IL) |
W 5-2 |
| Monday |
7/13 |
430pm |
10 |
Home |
Novi Heat Red (MI) |
W 13-1 |
| Tuesday |
7/14 |
830am |
16 |
Home |
Charlotte Crush (NC) |
W 5-4 |
| Tuesday |
7/14 |
430pm |
19 |
Visitor |
Texas Sports (TX) |
W 10-7 |
| Tournament Play - #4 seed (out of 104) based on 6-0 pool record |
| Wednesday |
7/15 |
8pm |
8 |
Home |
South Oakland A's (MI) |
W 12-4 |
| Thursday |
7/16 |
830am |
8 |
Home |
Motor City Hit Dogs (MI) |
L 5-2 |
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Travel Baseball Trophy CaseTravel Teams that have finished in first place in their league or local/regional tournament, or very well in a national tournament.
| Team |
Manager |
League/Tournament - Title |
| 2009 12UA Eagles |
Archie Carr |
Baltimore Metro Baseball (BMB) - 12U Division Champions |
| 2009 12UA Eagles |
Archie Carr |
Cooperstown Dreams Park - 7-1 overall, 6-0 in pool play, #4 seed out of 104 teams, reached Sweet 16 |
| 2009 12UB Eagles |
Gene Wolanin |
Linthicum-Ferndale Tournament - 12U-A Division Champions |
| 2009 10UA Eagles |
Tom Franks |
Anne Arundel County - 10U Friday Night League Champions |
| 2009 10UA Eagles |
Tom Franks |
Essex Fathers Day Tournament - 10U Champions |
| 2009 10UA Eagles |
Tom Franks |
Greater Glen Burnie Tournament - 10U Champions |
| 2008 11U Eagles |
Archie Carr |
Sports at the Beach Firecracker Open - 11U Tournament Champions |
| 2008 11U Eagles |
Archie Carr |
MD State Championships (Mem. Day/Lake Shore) - 11U Tournament Champions |
| 2007 10U Eagles |
Archie Carr |
Baltimore Metro Baseball (BMB) - 10U Division Co-Champions |
| 2007 10U Eagles |
Archie Carr |
Launching the Dreams - 10U Tournament Champions |
| 2006 16UB Eagles |
Chris Rickman |
Anne Arundel Amateur Baseball Assoc (AAABA) - Joe E Brown Division Champions |
| 2006 14U Eagles |
Matt Troisi |
Mid-Maryland Travel Assoc (MMTA) - 13/14B Division Champions |
| 2006 14U Eagles |
Matt Troisi |
Mid-Maryland Travel Assoc (MMTA) - 13/14B Tournament Champions |
| 2005 8U Eagles |
Archie Carr |
Mid-Maryland Travel Assoc (MMTA) - 8U Tournament Champions |
| 2004 10U Eagles |
Ben Thompson |
Shady Side Preseason - 10U Tournament Champions |
| 2003 10U Eagles |
Dave Degreenia |
Anne Arundel County - 10U "A" Division Champions |
| 2003 10U Eagles |
Dave Degreenia |
Bowie Baseball - 10U "A" Tournament Champions |
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Travel FAQ
What is the difference between the Intramural and Travel? Intramural baseball provides typical rec-ball play that is open to anyone who wants to play. Travel baseball is for players who are willing to try-out for a team, play more games each season, against better players in and around the county, state, and country.
How many teams are there? The Club sets a goal of having at least one team for each age year between 8 and 18. Where interest and numbers allow, the Club may field two teams of the same age.
What happens if my child tries out for a team and is not selected? All players who register to play and are not selected by a travel team are placed on an Intramural team. You will need to show up at Intramural evaluations so those managers get an opportunity to evaluate all players for their draft.
Does the 8 year old team play coach pitch or kid pitch? Kid pitch. There are no travel coach pitch teams.
Can my child try out for a travel team older than his age? Generally, no. We are trying to develop a dozen or so players at every age and would prefer to not have kids of another age causing a player of the right age to not be selected. However, we may allow a player to play up, but you must have permission of the VP-Travel who will evaluate on a case-by-case basis.
Can a player play on both Intramural and Travel teams No. In rare cases we may allow an Intramural player to be used as an "alternate" on a Travel roster - with the permission of the VP-Travel - but in those cases that player can never be allowed to miss an Intramural game or practice to attend a Travel game or practice, at the risk of being removed from both teams.
How are travel teams selected? Each team will schedule its own try out and the manager selects the players. The Club requires the manager to advertise the try-out and make fair, objective, unbiased decisions when selecting players. Once a team is selected, managers cannot add or remove players without the VP-Travel's permission.
When are try-outs? Each team will schedule its own try-out, but many of the teams have try-outs as early as October or November. Some have try-outs during the winter inside gyms. The youngest and oldest teams may wait until February or March when they have a better idea of who is interested in playing. Bottom line - contact a manager as soon as you think you might be interested.
Why do we have to pay more fees to play travel? The costs associated with playing travel baseball are much more than Intramural baseball. Some examples: There are league fees just to enter a team into a league. Travel umpire fees are more per game than intramural. More games = even more umpire fees. Travel teams get nicer uniforms that are much more expensive.
When do PRACTICES start? How often? What days are they on? Each team will make its own schedule depending on field availability. Most teams start practicing indoors during the winter months and outdoors in early March, and may practice 3-4 nights a week.
When do GAMES start? How long is the season? Each team will enter different leagues so this will vary, but most leagues start in April and end in June. Older teams' leagues may start in late May and end in late July. Some teams enter pre-season tournaments which could start in March, and other teams may enter post-season tournaments that are in August. Expect at least 2-4 scheduled games a week for most teams. Find out from your manager what he is planning so you are not caught by surprise.
Where are the games held? Home games for 8 year olds will be George Fox MS. Havenwood Park will be used for 9 through 12 year olds. 13 and up will use Poplar Ridge Park and Northeast HS. Expect away games throughout the county and central Maryland, depending on which league your team enters.
Will we get to use the batting cage? Yes. Each team will have scheduled times to use the cage as a team. There will also be free time available, but players will have to coordinate with a manager or board member to open it up and supervise its use.
What other events take place? Opening Day Parade, Team Pictures, Bat-a-thon(r), Oriole Day Parade at Camden Yards. See the calendar and talk to your team manager or parent to stay informed.
Why do we have to participate in Club fundraisers when we already paid extra travel fees? Baseball is expensive. Your travel fees cover the minimum necessary to operate a travel team. Club fundraisers like the raffle tickets and Bat-a-thon(r)are REQUIRED for basic field maintenance and team equipment. Additional fundraisers like the Bull Roast are used to improve our facilities, such as the Batting Cage at Havenwood Park.
Why is my travel team having its own team fundraisers too? Some managers (but not all) want to enter their teams in additional tournaments, or want to buy specialized equipment for their team. You should find out from your team manager what he plans to do during the season so you are not caught by surprise later on.
Do travel parents have to work in the concessions stand? Yes. If your team has a home game at Havenwood Park, your team is REQUIRED to send one person to the concessions building. Your manager or team parent will make a schedule. Assuming one parent to every player, you would only have to work in the concessions for half a game once every 6 home games.
Who takes care of the fields? We do! That means you and us together. Please help your manager and team coaches and ask them what you can do to help them. Don't just bring your kids and drop them off. If its been raining recently, some work will have to be done in order to play.
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