Tournament Try Outs Announced
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What is a Tournament Team?
Tournament teams are travel teams that play in weekend tournaments after the House season ends in July. All Tournament team players must play EG House Baseball. House practices and games always have priority over Tournament Team practices and games. This is an opportunity for talented EG House players to compete at a higher level without the time commitment and expense of full-time Travel. Tournament teams are offered at the 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13 & 14 year old levels.
How many games will we play?
Around 10 to 15 games in 3 or 4 tournaments. The number of games will depend on (1) when the House playoffs are done, (2) how many tournaments your team enters, (3) how many games your team wins in each tournament, and (4) how late into the summer your team decides to play. EG Travel teams traditionally stop playing in late July due to Park District football.
Will Tournament Teams practice?
Yes, but it will not interfere with House practices. It will be difficult for your tournament team manager to schedule more than one practice a week during the House season. After the House playoffs are completed, your tournament team may hold more practices.
How much will it cost to play?
This amount will vary by team, but a good estimate is $200 - 300 per player. Major costs are tournament fees ($450 per tournament), umpires for local games, uniforms, hats, and baseballs.
How many players on a team?
Depends on the manager, but a typical roster is 12 to 13 players.
When are tryouts?
Sunday April 29th, Lions Park: 9am U11 and U13 team, 10:15 U12 and U14 team
Please show up 20 minutes early to register and warm up.
Who are the managers?
U14 Phil Stein
U13 Steve Wucki
U12 Mark Hanks
U11 Jonathon Jones
U10 No Applicant
U9 No Applicant
U8 No Applicant
What if I have more questions?
Contact Tony Bianchini at (847) 840-9365 or email him at bianchinis511@comcast.net. Also, our website contains valuable information: www.elkgrovetravelers.com
