Michigan Travel Baseball

2013 Tryout Schedule - 11U

NOTE TO PLAYERS: MTB recommends that you contact the team prior to the scheduled tryout. Dates, times, and locations are subject to change at any time. Informing a team of your interest allows them to contact you in case of any changes. Good luck!

To play in this age group, you must be 11 years old or younger on 4/30/2013

D.-Town Tigers 11U
City/Area:Detroit League:KVBSA
Contact:Kiano A. Stewart
(313)739-0612
stewart.kiano@yahoo.com
Team Info:Although our organization have high expectations for our baseball players and we embrace competitive play, our primary emphasis is on player development.

Our indoor facility, pitching machines, individualized pitching/hitting instructions, others resources, etc... are just a few things we offer to help make our kids complete baseball players.

We will play about 50 games in 2013. Kensington Valley open, 4 weekend tournaments, and P.A.L. Competitive Division will be the organizations we are apart this season.

The organization needs committed players/parents.
Tryout Notes:Looking for 2 additional players. Tryouts will be by appointment.

Great Lake Cyclones Baseball Club 11U
City/Area:Genesse County / Flint / Carman Ainsworth   
Contact:Ed Wenzel
(248) 830-0435
Edwenzel@yahoo.com
Team Info:Brand New organization that will play in the GFBL. We will play out games at the American legion as well as 4-5 tournaments.

We have great coaching as well as organization with experience and talent on all teams.

We are an affordable family organization that prides itself on hard work and dedication for coaches, players and parents!
Player Needs:As of 10/2/2012, team reports they need 2 players to complete their roster. Contact the team for more information.

Grossi Baseball 11U
City/Area:Genessee County League:KVBSA
Contact:Bobby Grossi
810-820-1537
grossigang@aol.com
Joe Lucas
810-730-2987
joe_safeway@msn.com
Team Info:Grossi Baseball is back for another generation of players and to start a new tradition of greatness! Organization was started in 1980 by a shoe repairman in Flint named Joe Grossi and ran until 1993.

Grossi had a vision of making youth baseball in Genessee County known not only throughout Michigan, but Nationally as well.

During Grossi Baseball's 13 year run, it was responsible for producing many Major League players such as Jim Abbott, Scott Aldred, Jeff Hamilton, and many more.

Grossi Baseball was responsible for producing collegiate baseball players, like Linden's own Steve Buerkel, and Darrin Dreasky. 85% of former Grossi players went on to play at the collegiate level.

Wearing the Grossi uniform was a dream and an honor for many youth baseball players and every scout and local baseball person knew who you were and respected the organization.

In 1981 and 1991, Grossi Baseball teams were National Runners Up and made it to the Connie Mack World Series on three occasions.

All Grossi Baseball teams won their league championships and took on all challengers in Michigan and throughout the country.

Grossi Baseball was known Nationally and during their Grossi runs, several players played against future Hall of Famers like Ken Griffey Jr., Barry Larkin, and Derek Jeter.
Tryout Notes:As of 2/1/2013, team reports they need 3 players to complete their roster. Contact the team for more information

Huron Valley Patriots 11U
City/Area:Milford / Highland / White Lake / Commerce League:KVBSA
Contact:John Gusumano
hvtravelpatriots@gmail.com
Team Info:First year travel team looking for 1 to 2 players to fill out roster.

The team will compete in the KVBSA Community league (20 games) and participate in 4-5 additional tournaments.

The off-season work outs began in January and through March. Outdoor practices will begin in late March (2 to 3 times/week).

Season will wrap up in Mid-July. Players must be willing to commit to the practices and to 35-45 games including KVBSA league play and tournament play (April thru July).
Tryout Notes:Currently looking for 1 to 2 additional players. Emphasis will be on pitching and hitting.
Contact team to arrange a private tryout.

Macomb Scorpions 11U
City/Area:Ray / Washington Twp area League:MABF
Contact:scorpionsbaseballboard@gmail.com
Team Info:Macomb Scorpions Baseball is currently undergoing a time of change and growth. Some of our current teams are going to participate in a "tournament only" format in the future.

We are looking to maintain our presence in the MABF.

We practice on our three diamonds in the Ray/Washington Twp areas with home games at Macomb Corners

Winter Training is local with our staff that is augmented by current Professional instructors, College Baseball players, and Minor League Coaches.
Player Needs:As of 7/14/2012, team reports they need players to complete their roster. Contact the team for more information.
Tryout Notes:Seeking qualified Coaches and players .

Michigan Mustangs 11U
City/Area:Washtenaw County League:KVBSA
Contact:Sean Eaton
734.686.2809
smeaton27@comcast.net
Team Info:A great opportunity to be a part of a tournament baseball team in a learning/developmental environment that strives on training at a more affordable rate.
Tryout Notes:The Michigan Mustangs 11U travel baseball are holding individual tryouts year-round.
Workouts will be at indoor training facilities. Team has several openings.
Please contact Sean for more info and specific days and times.

Michigan Nationals Elite 11U
City/Area:Belleville   
Contact:Ray Puckett
313-574 -9480
raypuckett67@yahoo.com
Team Info:The Michigan Nationals 11U elite is a travel baseball program based in Belleville area. We will be play in approximately 10-12 tournaments.

Our state of the art facility located in Belleville allows our players to train and practice for the upcoming season in a game-like environment with our full indoor infield.
Tryout Notes:We are looking for 2 elite pitchers to fill our roster. Individual workouts are available. Please contact Coach Puckett.

Motor City Bulldogs 11U
City/Area:Wayne / Westland League:NWSL
Contact:Mike Twigg
734.716.0983
mtwigg14@gmail.com
Team Info:We will play in approximately 6-8 tournaments and participate in League Michigan. (formally NWS League).

Player fees are $300 plus some team fundraising.
Tryout Notes:The 11u Motor City Bulldogs need 1 player to complete their roster for the 2013 season.

Oakland Diamondbacks Gray 11U
City/Area:Oakland County League:NOBF
Contact:Jim Ridgway
248.467.6021
jridg@comcast.net
Team Info:The Oakland Diamondback family is pleased to announce the addition of a 2nd 11U team for 2013!

The 11U GRAY team is looking for players and parents that will commit to supporting and helping the team improve and to compete at a high level in both league and tournament play.
Tryout Notes:We are looking to fill 2-3 more spots. Individual tryouts can be setup by contacting Coach Jim Ridgway.

Oakland Reds 11U
City/Area:Farmington Hills / Commerce Twp League:KVBSA
Contact:Daniel Smith
dksmith4367@sbcglobal.net
Tryout Notes:Oakland Reds Baseball Club located in Farmington Hills is seeking players to fill remaining spots on our 2013 roster. We have our own 15,000 sqft indoor facility and professional instruction provided.
Please visit our website for additional information and to request a tryout.

Southfield Cardinals 11U
City/Area:Southfield League:KVBSA
Contact:Anthony Edmond
313-575-7779
southfieldcardinals1@gmail.com
Team Info:We will participate in the KVBSA and 4 weekend tournaments including 1 overnight tournament. Our travel team will play a 30 to 35 game schedule including tournaments.

We want talented players and committed parents that love baseball, and seek a more competitive baseball experience.
Tryout Notes:The team is looking to fill 2 spots. Team fees and fundraising activities will be discussed at our tryout.

STARZ Baseball 11U
City/Area:West Michigan   
Contact:Phil Klocke
616-319-1231
philk@starztrainingcenter.com
Team Info:This team will play weekend tournaments throughout the West MI. area and plans on competing hard and having some fun.

We will practice at the STARZ indoor training facility all winter long to be ready to play in April.
Tryout Notes:Currently looking for competitive players for our 2013 team.
If interested in a personal try out please call us at: 616-319-1231 or email us at: info@starztrainingcenter.com.

Team Combat 11U
City/Area:Eastpointe/Fraser League:MABF
Contact:Craig West
586-215-4983
catcrawest@comcast.net
Team Info:Team Combat is a travel baseball program based in Eastpointe/Fraser area. This will be our fourth year in the MABF. Besides playing in the MABF, we will also be playing in 4-6 tournaments.
Coaching Staff:John Dombrowski brings a wealth of knowledge and experience. He is currently an assistant coach at Wayne State University helping WSU win the GLIAC and GLIAC tournament in 2012.
He also helped develop catchers for two years at SCCCC.
Prior to his four years at Wayne State, he was an assistant coach at Macomb Community College for 3 years. Leading them to two NJCAA regional appearances.
Tryout Notes:We are looking for two to three players to help fill our roster.
Individual workouts are available. We will start practice in mid September and continue through the winter at one of our indoor facilities.

Vengeance Baseball Club 11U
City/Area:Chesterfield League:MABF
Contact:Rob Stevenson
586-948-HITZ
rob@teamvengeance.net
Team Info:Team Vengeance is home to 2 of the areas best training centers.

Our state of the art facility in Chesterfield allows us to train and practice for the upcoming season in a game-like environment with our full indoor infield.

We will also have access to our Sterling Heights location which is home to 7 batting and pitching cages.

One huge benefit of playing with Team Vengeance is that we train out of our own facility.

All our players will have discounted additional access outside their team training, such as batting cage rental, private lessons, speed and agility, etc.
Player Needs:As of 7/14/2012, team reports they need players to complete their roster. Contact the team for more information.
Tryout Notes:Scheduling individual workouts to complete their 2013 roster. Contact Rob to schedule a workout.

West Michigan Rams 11U
City/Area:South Haven   
Contact:Chad Langford
269-845-2036
clangfo@ymail.com
Team Info:2nd year Travel Team from the South Haven area. We focus on RESPECT... Responsibility, Excellence, Sportsmanship, Perserverance, Enthusiasm, Character, Teamwork.

Will play in a travel league beginning in May, 6+ tournaments in Michigan.
Tryout Notes:As of 3/1/13 we need 2 players to complete roster. Ideally a catcher or 1b and a well rounded player. Contact team to schedule tryout.