Michigan Travel Baseball

2013 Softball Team Directory

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8U Teams

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Adrian Dirtbags 8U City/Area: Adrian     Contact: G. Aaron Klotz 517-902-4453 adriandirtbags@gmail.com Team Info: The Adrian Dirtbags started in 2011 with one 8U team, but since have grown to 5 teams for 2013 and also host a fall league for youth and high school age players. We are a highly competitive youth baseball group. We value winning, but also value teaching the game the right way. For more information, please visit our website.

Bloomfield Sting 8U City/Area: Bloomfield Hills League: NOBF Contact: Brad Winter bwinter133732@comcast.net Team Info: Bloomfield Sting U8 team will participate in the NOBF U8 kid pitch league as well as various tournaments. We are practicing indoors once a week until the end of March then will start practicing outside. This team will focus on fundamentals, sportsmanship and improving every player throughout the year. Lots of playing and coaching experience in staff.

Brighton Bulldogs 8U City/Area: Brighton League: KVBSA Contact: Mike Baitinger 586-943-0196 mbaitinger@yahoo.com Team Info: All players selected for a team will pay a fee of $400 to cover the cost of uniforms, field maintenance and prep, insurance, gym fees for off season training, fundraising, league fees and umpire fees. Players may also be asked to take part in additional fundraising activities. We participate in the Kensington Valley Baseball Association and play teams from Livingston, Oakland, Washtenaw and Wayne Counties and participate in weekend tournaments throughout the state. Travel teams play a 30 – 40 game schedule (including tournaments) starting in early April and playing into July.

Detroit Bees 8U Aaron Garcia 313-600-4902 aarong760@msn.com City/Area: Detroit League: KVBSA Contact: Rick Rojas 734-564-2024 coachrojas22@gmail.com Team Info: The Detroit Bees U8 and U9 are searchng for several players to fill their 2013 roster. The Detroit Bees players will conduct indoor workouts starting in November. The Detroit Bees participate in several fundraisers to minimize the cost per player. The fundraising and cost cover the cost of uniforms, field maintenance and prep, insurance, gym fees for off season training, fundraising, league fees and umpire fees and tournaments. We participate in the Kensington Valley Baseball Association and we will also compete in 5-7 tournaments. Travel teams play a 40 – 50 game schedule (including tournaments) starting in early April and playing into July. Our Indoor workouts will being in November 2012 and continue until April. The Detroit Bees Travel Baseball Program may play 1 or 2 out of state tournaments in 2013.

Detroit Metro Stars 8U City/Area: Shelby Township     Contact: John Hamby 586-260-5465 jhamby@sbcglobal.net Team Info: Excellent core group of 4 or 5 players from current 8U Stars team. Looking for 5 or 6 quality players and families to join this great group!

Fenton Tigers Travel Baseball 8U City/Area: Fenton League: KVBSA Contact: Mike Miller natamikey@sbcglobal.net Team Info: Our goal is to provide a safe productive environment enabling children to learn & apply the principles of teamwork, discipline, dedication, and sportsmanship through an advanced level of play. We facilitate the development of strength and character in every child that participates. Participation in our teams are open to any boy in the Fenton metro area. We compete in the KVBSA and will play in 4 to 6 tournaments. We also provide a comprehensive offseason training program.

Grand Blanc Travel Baseball 8U City/Area: Grand Blanc League: GFBL Contact: Visit our website for more information Team Info: The Grand Blanc Travel Baseball Association was created to provide a higher level of competition for talented and motivated area baseball players. Players with a commitment to the improvement of their skills in a team focused environment. More information can be found in our Parent and Player Handbook

Howell Hawks 8U City/Area: Howell League: KVBSA Contact: Todd Breault 734-645-9813 howellhawks@gmail.com Team Info:

LCB Legends 8U City/Area: Commerce Twp League: KVBSA Contact: lcbbaseball@gmail.com Team Info: LCB Legends had 12 teams in 2012 with multiple teams in each age group ranging from Community, Advanced and Open divisions.

Line Drive Jaguars 8U City/Area: Warren     Contact: Coach Pete linedrive2012@hotmail.com Team Info: Tournament-only will allow our players to continue playing with their friends, dad coaches in their local rec leagues, too. We will look to practice and scrimmage this fall, take most of the late fall and all winter off for other sports, start up indoors in mid-February and scrimmage/practice outdoors ASAP in the spring. This team will focus on FUNdamentals, sportsmanship and improving every player throughout the year. This will also be done in an affordable manner with minimal, if any, fundraising. We are primarily from south Macomb county, but with a tournament-only schedule we could easily add players from other surrounding areas. Lots of playing and coaching experience in staff. We are looking for nice families with coachable, hustling players who work and play hard every practice and game.

Michigan Blue Jays 8U City/Area: Ypsilanti League: KVBSA Contact: michiganbluejays@yahoo.com Team Info: Download the Michigan Blue Jays tryout flyer

Michigan Nationals 8U City/Area: Belleville and surrounding areas League: KVBSA Contact: Chris Stran christopher.stran@delphi.com Team Info: Team will play in KVBSA league as well as various tournaments. ALL Michigan Nationals teams train indoors through the winter at the Michigan Nationals Sports Center facility (aka THE INDOOR).

Michigan Wildcats 8U City/Area: Southgate League: KVBSA Contact: Mario Garza mario.garza.jr@gmail.com Team Info: Our intent is to provide a program for local youth to play at the highest level of quality in our area. We will provide a healthy learning environment for our youth to learn and play the game of baseball. While seeking a high level of competition, we will promote sportsmanship, knowledge of the game, character, commitment, and good friendships. We will emphasize the importance of teamwork and effort both on the field, at home, and in school, with the utmost emphasis on academic success. We will encourage early planning for continued education and athletic careers. Goal will be to play league play and 4 tournaments minimum. Michigan Wildcats provides its players with the use of a private indoor facility with turf and batting cages for Winter workouts. Team facility is located in Southgate, MI, and home games will be played in Southgate, MI Coaching Staff: Mario Garza: Played @ The University of Michigan Rick Dorn: Played @ Barton College (NC) Coached H.S., College, and in the Collegiate Summer Coastal Plain League

Motor City Bulldogs 8U City/Area: Westland and surrounding areas League: KVBSA Contact: Dan McGraw 8ubulldogsbaseball@gmail.com Team Info:

Northville Broncos / Mustangs 8U City/Area: Northville League: KVBSA Contact: LeRoy Asher AsherLL@aol.com Team Info:

Oakland Diamondbacks 8U City/Area: Oakland County League: NOBF Contact: Louie Aguilar 248-390-4331 Lou845@comcast.net Team Info: We are looking to upgrade our rosters to ensure all teams remain competitive for the 2013 season and beyond. Looking for players and parents that will commit to supporting and helping each team improve and to compete at a high level in both League and Tournament Play.

Oakland Reds 8U City/Area: Farmington Hills / Commerce Twp League: KVBSA Contact: Daniel Smith dksmith4367@sbcglobal.net Team Info:

SC Dragons 8U City/Area: Greater Flint League: GFBL Contact: Todd Schultz schultzie@comcast.net Team Info: We will be playing in the 8u Greater Flint Baseball League (coach pitch) and will play 4-5 tournaments in the area/state. The team is focused on fundamentals, communication, proper mechanics, continued improvement and enjoying baseball. We are looking for players who have advanced beyond their house league and/or are looking for a greater challenge by playing travel-quality competition.

South Lyon Thunder 8U City/Area: South Lyon League: KVBSA Contact: Team Info:

Southfield Cardinals 8U City/Area: We will participate in the Kensington Valley Baseball and Softball Association and 3 USSSA local weekend tournaments. League: KVBSA Contact: John Young principal26@hotmail.com Team Info: Our travel team will play a 30 game schedule including tournaments. We want talented players and committed parents that love baseball, and seek a more competitive baseball experience. There will be weekly indoor training beginning Nov -April.

Tri Star Baseball 8U City/Area: Macomb, Shelby and Washington Township areas     Contact: Tim Bussineau tbussineau60@comcast.net Team Info: We are currently organizing our 2013 8U summer tournament team. We are mainly looking for non-affiliated and little league players (your son will play in his own little league). We plan on playing 2-3 local tournaments. We plan on playing in these tournaments after the little league season ends. We plan on having tryouts in November, practicing once or twice a month from Jan-May and then practicing a little more frequently as the tournaments near.

Troy Bulldogs 8U City/Area: Troy     Contact: Ryan Moon theryanmoon@yahoo.com Team Info: Looking for a more competitive experience and want to see if fed (travel) baseball is right for you or your child? Here is a great opportunity to gain the experience while still being able to play with their local community team. Indoor practices will begin in January, and move outside with the weather, which will prepare your child for the tournaments as well as play with their local team. We will participate in 4-6 tournaments including at least 1 out of town, and join NOBF league play the following year.

Vengeance Baseball Club 8U 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.

West Michigan Outlaws 8U City/Area: Grand Rapids     Contact: Marc Uturo (616) 890-8322 wmoutlawsbaseball@gmail.com Team Info:

West Oakland Wings 8U City/Area: Milford, White Lake and surrounding areas/Oakland County League: KVBSA Contact: Jeremy Krol, Program Director 248.830.2307 (cell) jkrol@jktwings.com Team Info: Team plans to play in the KVBSA league and tournaments. Our program includes an off season training program.

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9U Teams

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Adrian Dirtbags 9U City/Area: Adrian     Contact: G. Aaron Klotz 517-902-4453 adriandirtbags@gmail.com Team Info: The Adrian Dirtbags started in 2011 with one 8U team, but since have grown to 5 teams for 2013 and also host a fall league for youth and high school age players. We are a highly competitive youth baseball group. We value winning, but also value teaching the game the right way. For more information, please visit our website.

Avery Baseball Academy 9U City/Area: Wayne, Oakland, Macomb and Genesee Counties     Contact: Chris Avery AveryBaseballAcademy@yahoo.com Team Info: For over 20 years, former Oakland U head baseball coach Mark Avery has trained and coached many young men who have enjoyed successful high school, college, and pro baseball careers. Mark has now expanded his academy and established a U9 team that, in 2013, will compete in U9 NOBF league play, all major U9 tournaments, and potentially a season ending World Series. Following a successful baseball career, the team’s manager, Andrew Kuzdak, has spent years under the tutelage of Mark. Additionally off- and in- season training will be conducted by former and current collegiate and professional baseball players. The primary focus will be player development. The instruction will be highly technical and develop each player’s physical skill, as well as their mental understanding and approach to baseball. This team is for players who are committed to playing baseball beyond high school and are willing to engage the challenges that are involved in achieving that goal. If you have questions in advance, send them to AveryBaseballAcademy@yahoo.com.

Bloomfield Sting 9U City/Area: Bloomfield     Contact: Tod Hartje 248-333-0663 nhartje@yahoo.com Team Info:

Brighton Bulldogs 9U City/Area: Brighton League: KVBSA Contact: Mike Baitinger 586-943-0196 mbaitinger@yahoo.com Team Info: All players selected for a team will pay a fee of $400 to cover the cost of uniforms, field maintenance and prep, insurance, gym fees for off season training, fundraising, league fees and umpire fees. Players may also be asked to take part in additional fundraising activities. We participate in the Kensington Valley Baseball Association and play teams from Livingston, Oakland, Washtenaw and Wayne Counties and participate in weekend tournaments throughout the state. Travel teams play a 30 – 40 game schedule (including tournaments) starting in early April and playing into July.

Canton Cardinals 9U City/Area: Canton League: KVBSA Contact: Alan Zidzik l.zidzik@sbcglobal.net Team Info: Canton Cardinals Travel Baseball is designed to attract the player who seeks a more competitive and serious baseball experience. Players must be willing to commit to 3-4 weekend tournaments, league play outside the community, and play a maximum of 40 games per season (April through July). The Canton Cardinals are also committed to preserving high level competition in the travel baseball community. Teams will be comprised of qualified players selected by tryout. Teams and coaches are evaluated yearly. Team will consist of Plymouth / Canton residents. Players must live in Plymouth, Canton, or attend a school in the Plymouth Canton district.

Dearborn Heights Diamondbacks 9U City/Area: Dearborn Heights     Contact: Mike Makki 313-658-7600 mike.makki@yahoo.com Team Info:

Detroit Bees 9U Aaron Garcia 313-600-4902 aarong760@msn.com City/Area: Detroit League: KVBSA Contact: Rick Rojas 734-564-2024 coachrojas22@gmail.com Team Info: The Detroit Bees U8 and U9 are searchng for several players to fill their 2013 roster. The Detroit Bees players will conduct indoor workouts starting in November. The Detroit Bees participate in several fundraisers to minimize the cost per player. The fundraising and cost cover the cost of uniforms, field maintenance and prep, insurance, gym fees for off season training, fundraising, league fees and umpire fees and tournaments. We participate in the Kensington Valley Baseball Association and we will also compete in 5-7 tournaments. Travel teams play a 40 – 50 game schedule (including tournaments) starting in early April and playing into July. Our Indoor workouts will being in November 2012 and continue until April. The Detroit Bees Travel Baseball Program may play 1 or 2 out of state tournaments in 2013.

Detroit Metro Stars 9U City/Area: Shelby Township     Contact: Mike Rice 248-630-6728 mr798c@att.com Team Info: Excellent core group of 4 or 5 players to move up from current 8U Stars team. Looking for 5 or 6 quality players and families to join this great group!

Fenton Crush Travel Baseball 9U City/Area: Fenton - Genesee County League: GFBL Contact: FentonCrushTravelBaseball@gmail.com Team Info: Crush will play in the Greater Flint Baseball League and travel for tournaments.

Fenton Tigers Travel Baseball 9U City/Area: Fenton League: KVBSA Contact: Mike Miller natamikey@sbcglobal.net Team Info: Our goal is to provide a safe productive environment enabling children to learn & apply the principles of teamwork, discipline, dedication, and sportsmanship through an advanced level of play. We facilitate the development of strength and character in every child that participates. Participation in our teams are open to any boy in the Fenton metro area. We compete in the KVBSA and will play in 4 to 6 tournaments. We also provide a comprehensive offseason training program.

FJBA Fusion 9U City/Area: Fowlerville League: KVBSA Contact: Michael Hubert, FJBA President 517-521-2060 wolfstonewoodworking@yahoo.com Team Info: FJBA teams compete in the most competitive divisions of the Mason Pony League and KVBSA. Each team competes in at least three weekend tournaments each season. The Fowlerville Junior Baseball Association (FJBA) is a non-profit, volunteer organization that believes players realize many benefits from its travel baseball program. Benefits include learning baseball fundamentals, improving physical fitness, enhancing self confidence, developing respect for others, learning to value teamwork and contributing to a team effort. In addition to developing good sportsmanship,learning how to win and to deal effectively with losing, making new friends, and enjoying the great game of baseball.

Grand Blanc Travel Baseball 9U City/Area: Grand Blanc League: GFBL Contact: Visit our website for more information Team Info: The Grand Blanc Travel Baseball Association was created to provide a higher level of competition for talented and motivated area baseball players. Players with a commitment to the improvement of their skills in a team focused environment. More information can be found in our Parent and Player Handbook

Great Lake Cyclones Baseball Club 9U City/Area: Genesse County / Flint / Carman Ainsworth     Contact: Steve Edwards (810) 624-0128 Sdepje05@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!

Howell Hawks 9U City/Area: Howell League: KVBSA Contact: Todd Breault 734-645-9813 howellhawks@gmail.com Team Info:

Huron Valley Patriots 9U City/Area: Milford, Highland and White Lake League: KVBSA Contact: Rick Wing (248) 921-3634 dreamseasontaxidermy@comcast.net Team Info: The team will play in the KVBSA Travel league plus 4-5 tournaments during the 2013 season including one or two out of town / overnight tournaments. There will be off season practices and indoor training two times per week beginning in December / January. Players must be willing to commit to the practices and to 30-40 games including weekend and tournament play (April thru July). Teams will be trained to compete at a competitive level, emphasizing player development, learning the finer points of the game of baseball and having fun.

Lake Orion Crush 9U City/Area: Oakland County League: NOBF Contact: Kevin Kevelighan Crush9u2013@gmail.com Team Info: Clarkston-Waterford-Lake Orion-Pontiac-Auburn Hills-Bloomfield-Troy. Spring NOBF, USSSA Tournaments, Possible Winter Indoor League. Our home field is centrally located off I-75 at the Palace of Auburn Hills Exit - google "Oakland Christian School" for location specifics.

LCB Legends 9U City/Area: Commerce Twp League: KVBSA Contact: lcbbaseball@gmail.com Team Info: LCB Legends had 12 teams in 2012 with multiple teams in each age group ranging from Community, Advanced and Open divisions.

Livonia Bats 9U City/Area: Livonia League: KVBSA Contact: Bill Shaffer 734-891-3896 Team Info:

Macomb Scorpions 9U City/Area: Ray / Washington Twp area League: MABF Contact: scorpionsbaseballboard@gmail.com Team Info: Teams use experienced coaches as well as professional and college instructors to teach young athletes the game of baseball. "It is your boy's sport but the parents hobby, keep it FUN!"

MCBC Hitdogs 9U City/Area: Rochester Hills     Contact: Tim Dowd mcbchitdogs@gmail.com Team Info: Tournament only team For more information about our program, visit our website.

Michigan Blue Jays 9U City/Area: Ypsilanti League: KVBSA Contact: michiganbluejays@yahoo.com Team Info: Download the Michigan Blue Jays tryout flyer

Michigan Blue Knights 9U City/Area: Southern Oakland County League: KVBSA Contact: Dennis Paryaski 248-224-0207 dennisparyaski@gmail.com Team Info: Our pool of players are primarily from the Southfield, Farmington Hills, Beverly Hills areas. Our home field will be in the Southfield, Birmingham area.

Michigan Bulldogs 9U City/Area: Livonia League: KVBSA Contact: Mike Heard (734) 834-6950 mikeheard34@yahoo.com Team Info: We will participate in KVBSA and play teams from Livingston, Oakland, Washtenaw and Wayne counties. We will participate in weekend tournaments throughout the state. The team expects to play an 18 game schedule plus 2 – 4 tournaments for a total of 30 – 40 games starting in April and playing through the end of July. Indoor workouts/training begins in January.

Michigan Expos of the Martin Baseball Group 9U City/Area: Waterford League: NOBF Contact: Ballpark Baseball Academy 248-681-0700 Team Info: The Michigan Expos of the Martin Baseball group are Oakland County's premier baseball organizations. The Martin Baseball Group provides the Michigan Expos with two of Oakland Counties premier training facilities year around: The Ballpark Baseball Academy and the Summit Field house. In addition, the Expos have their own home fields at the newly renovated Diamonds at Jaycee Park in Pontiac, MI The Michigan Expos are staffed by both professional and collegiate coaches/ players and offer private lessons year around.

Michigan Nationals 9U City/Area: Belleville and surrounding areas League: KVBSA Contact: Jimmy Jordan 734-277-6373 michigannationalsbaseball@gmail.com Team Info: Our team will compete in the KVBSA travel league along with playing 3-4 tournaments during the 2013 season. The team will likely do an overnight tournament that may be out of state. Off season training will start in January with 2 practices a week at the Michigan Nationals Sports Center. Starting in March, we will likely add a third weekly practice. We are looking for players who love baseball and are dedicated to improving their skills. The parents must also be committed to getting their kids to practices and games and provide a positive source of support.

Michigan Red Sox 9U City/Area: Metro Detroit League: NOBF Contact: Bill Hess 248-703-1196 bhess@techrg.com Team Info: The Red Sox 9U will play in North Oakland Baseball Federation (NOBF) and in approx 4-5 weekend tournaments in the SE Michigan area. The team will be active in September and October for outdoor practices. Indoor workouts will be planned thru the winter months - mostly held on weekend days. Home field will be in or near Birmingham, MI - accepting players from all area.

Michigan Wildcats 9U City/Area: Southgate League: KVBSA Contact: Mike Shields mshields1@aol.com Team Info:

Motor City Bulldogs 9U City/Area: Westland     Contact: Dan Hight hightlandscaping@yahoo.com Team Info: The 9U Bulldogs are a tournament only team, playing in some of the most competitive tournaments in the state. We are looking to fill out our roster and improve on a team that won 30+ games this year, won 4 USSSA tournaments, and had a top 10 finish nationally in the USSSA standings.

Motor City Madness 9U City/Area: Macomb County League: MABF Contact: Tim McEvoy (313) 378-8457 metrodetroitbaseball@gmail.com Team Info: The team will receive speed, strength, and skills training by M.C. Athletics LLC. M.C. Athletics LLC. includes trainers from Wayne State University, Stevenson High School, and other local college and high school programs. All offseason training will be done at 2SP in Madison Heights.

Northville Broncos / Mustangs / Stampede 9U City/Area: Northville League: KVBSA Contact: Chris Girard girard4@yahoo.com Team Info:

Oakland Diamondbacks 9U City/Area: Oakland County League: NOBF Contact: Louie Aguilar 248-390-4331 Lou845@comcast.net Team Info: We are looking to upgrade our rosters to ensure all teams remain competitive for the 2013 season and beyond. Looking for players and parents that will commit to supporting and helping each team improve and to compete at a high level in both League and Tournament Play.

Oakland Reds 9U City/Area: Farmington Hills / Commerce Twp League: KVBSA Contact: Daniel Smith dksmith4367@sbcglobal.net Team Info: We have our own 15,000 sqft indoor facility and professional instruction provided.

Oakland Tornadoes 9U City/Area: Metro Detroit League: NOBF Contact: Dean Sacco 248-505-7935 dsacco@comcast.net Team Info: The focus of this team will include conditioning, sportsmanship, friendship and a winning atmosphere. We will play a highly competitive twenty game season starting in the spring and playing into the summer throughout Oakland County. We will also play several weekend tournaments. Our home field will be at the Academy of the Sacred Heart in Bloomfield Hills. Our players are committed baseball players that want to hustle, prepare to be successful, play with pride and have passion for the game of baseball. Practices will begin in November at the Varsity Shop Training Center in Bloomfield Hills and will include playing games in both winter sessions at Oakland Yard Athletics Dome in Waterford.

Pinckney Pirates 9U Todd Koone tkoone@pinckneyball.org City/Area: Pinckney League: KVBSA Contact: Paul Pomo paul_pomo@yahoo.com Team Info: Pirate Travel Baseball participates in the Kensington Valley Baseball & Softball Association (KVBSA) and competes against teams from Livingston, Oakland, Washtenaw, and Wayne Counties. We generally play 30-40 games, which includes 3 or 4 weekend tournaments. While indoor conditioning and practices begin in Dec/Jan, games begin in early April and run through mid-July.

Primetime Sports Travel Baseball 9U City/Area: Kalamazoo area     Contact: Jeff 269-760-7800 Team Info: Affiliated with Primetime Sports Academy at 158 North Kalamazoo Ave, Vicksburg.

Saginaw Young Golds 9U City/Area: Saginaw     Contact: Toby Larkin 989-213-5912 tlarkin@saginawyounggolds.com Team Info: This team is made up of talented ball players from the Saginaw Area. We are part of the Saginaw South and North as well as Hemlock Little League during the regular season. We have 6 tournaments scheduled for this season and plan to add one or two more. We are working on putting a travel league together to take place of the continuation league and also to take place of fall ball. We are looking for 4 travel baseball teams that would be interested in playing in a travel league for 8 to 10 weeks. We will have a competitive team and we look to contend for the trophy each tournament. However we realize that winning isn't everything and we hope to have a successful season while having fun.

South Farmington Blues 9U City/Area: Farmington / Farmington Hills League: KVBSA Contact: Jim Kent (248) 489-5488 kentcom@att.net Team Info:

South Lyon Thunder 9U City/Area: South Lyon League: KVBSA Contact: Team Info:

Southwest Oakland Warriors 9U City/Area: Commerce Township League: KVBSA Contact: Allen Dresselhouse adresselhouse@penskeautomotive.com Team Info:

Troy Bulldogs 9U City/Area: Troy League: NOBF Contact: Greg Pokley 248-321-4656 gaptpd67@yahoo.com Team Info: We will be participating in the NOBF and expect to play 20-24 league games. We also expect to play in 4-5 tournaments starting in April and end in July. At least one of those tournaments will be out of town. Indoor training will begin in January.

Vengeance Baseball Club 9U 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.

West Michigan Outlaws 9U City/Area: Grand Rapids     Contact: Marc Uturo (616) 890-8322 wmoutlawsbaseball@gmail.com Team Info:   Coaching Staff: Head Coach: Dan Morren

West Oakland Wings 9U City/Area: Milford, White Lake and surrounding areas/Oakland County League: KVBSA Contact: Jeremy Krol, Program Director 248.830.2307 (cell) jkrol@jktwings.com Team Info: Team plans to play in the KVBSA league and tournaments. Our program includes an off season training program.

Whitmore Lake Trojans 9U City/Area: Washtenaw, Livingston and Oakland County League: KVBSA Contact: Steve Stefanovski Stefanovski.steve@gmail.com Team Info: Our goal is to provide a safe productive environment enabling children to learn & apply the principles of teamwork, discipline, dedication, and sportsmanship. If you tried out out for another club and did not make it, come check us out! Whitmore lake is central to many communties. Participation in our teams are open to any child in the Washtenaw Livingston and Oakland County Area. Whitmore Lake Travel Baseball participates in the Kensington Valley Baseball & Softball Association (KVBSA) and compete against teams from Livingston, Oakland, Washtenaw, and Wayne Counties. We generally play 25-30 games, which includes 1-2 weekend tournaments. Indoor conditioning and practices begin in early January in Whitmore Lake, and games begin in early April and run through mid-July.

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10U Teams

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4-40 Baseball 10U City/Area: Riverview, Monroe and surrounding communities     Contact: Albert Fernandez al.fernandez33@hotmail.com Team Info: New competitive team forming out of the Downriver area.

Adrian Dirtbags 10U City/Area: Adrian     Contact: G. Aaron Klotz 517-902-4453 adriandirtbags@gmail.com Team Info: The Adrian Dirtbags started in 2011 with one 8U team, but since have grown to 5 teams for 2013 and also host a fall league for youth and high school age players. We are a highly competitive youth baseball group. We value winning, but also value teaching the game the right way. For more information, please visit our website.

Ann Arbor A's 10U City/Area: Ann Arbor League: KVBSA Contact: Jim Peitz 734-883-6809 jpeitz1@frontier.com Team Info: The 10U A's will participate in the KVBSA league again next season and will play in approx. 4 tournaments. The A's offer an off season workout/training program that will begin in January, 2013.

Athletics Baseball Club 10U City/Area: Grand Rapids     Contact: Steve Malone 616-446-3958 malonebaseball@yahoo.com Team Info:

Bjerke Baseball Phantoms 10U City/Area: Oakland County League: KVBSA Contact: Scott Bjerke scott@bjerkebaseball.com Team Info: Bjerke Travel Baseball is a new organization that has been training and coaching players for the last 10 years. We have decided to establish and Coach our own teams. We are seeking the serious Travel player who wants a more competitive baseball experience. Players must be willing to commit to 5-6 weekend tournaments, league play outside the community, and play a maximum of 40 games per season (April through July). All Winter training will be conducted at Oakland Yard Athletics in Waterford. The training will take place in the 72,000 sq. ft. Main Dome. Teams will be comprised of qualified players selected by tryout. All positions are available. Team will consist of Oakland County residents.

Brighton Bulldogs 10U City/Area: Brighton League: KVBSA Contact: Mike Baitinger 586-943-0196 mbaitinger@yahoo.com Team Info: All players selected for a team will pay a fee of $400 to cover the cost of uniforms, field maintenance and prep, insurance, gym fees for off season training, fundraising, league fees and umpire fees. Players may also be asked to take part in additional fundraising activities. We participate in the Kensington Valley Baseball Association and play teams from Livingston, Oakland, Washtenaw and Wayne Counties and participate in weekend tournaments throughout the state. Travel teams play a 30 – 40 game schedule (including tournaments) starting in early April and playing into July.

Canton Bandits 10U City/Area: Plymouth-Canton / surrounding communities League: KVBSA Contact: Bob Lynn (734) 748-0041 BobLynn55@comcast.net Team Info: The Canton Bandits are a 10U community travel baseball team looking for some competitive ball players for the 2013 season. The roster will generally consist of players from the Plymouth-Canton/Westland area but players from surrounding communities are more than welcome to tryout. Our mission is to provide a competitive travel experience and to promote the concept of teamwork without sacrificing the fun. Focus will be on improving the skill set of our young players while preparing them for the next level. The 10U Canton Bandits will compete in the KVBSA and play a league schedule of 18 to 20 games. The Bandits will supplement the league play by participating in 4 weekend tournaments. Indoor practice will start in late January with the season wrapping up in early July.

Canton Cardinals 10U City/Area: Canton League: KVBSA Contact: Alan Zidzik l.zidzik@sbcglobal.net Team Info: Canton Cardinals Travel Baseball is designed to attract the player who seeks a more competitive and serious baseball experience. Players must be willing to commit to 3-4 weekend tournaments, league play outside the community, and play a maximum of 40 games per season (April through July). The Canton Cardinals are also committed to preserving high level competition in the travel baseball community. Teams will be comprised of qualified players selected by tryout. Teams and coaches are evaluated yearly. Team will consist of Plymouth / Canton residents. Players must live in Plymouth, Canton, or attend a school in the Plymouth Canton district.

Dearborn Heights Diamondbacks 10U City/Area: Dearborn Heights League: NWSL Contact: Erin Domka 734-968-0803 momaubrecht@yahoo.com Team Info: The NDH Diamondbacks will compete in the NWSL and we will compete in 6-8 weekend tournaments.

Detroit Metro Stars 10U City/Area: Shelby Township     Contact: Joe Gerdes 586-453-9156 gerdesmich@comcast.net Team Info:

Diamonds Dynamite 10U City/Area: Grand Rapids     Contact: John Grinstead 616-773-9653 nryan4ever@yahoo.com Team Info: Come join us at our 10u open tryouts at the Diamonds indoor training facility. The new facility is almost 40,000 sq. feet. It is showcased by a 150 X 100 Field with the new state of the art "field turf" with the rubber infill. Diamonds also has 7 batting cages, 5 pitching lanes, a 60 yard dash runway, a weight room, a pro shop and a spacious parent seating area(Wi-Fi, Flat Screen). Diamonds is the largest facility in Michigan devoted specifically to training baseball and softball players.

Downriver Demons 10U City/Area: Wyandotte     Contact: Shawn Webster downriverdemons@yahoo.com Team Info: We have been involved in travel baseball for 6 years now. All coaches have travel baseball experience and we have sent all players to play school baseball. The Downriver Demons are an organization who takes pride in preparing kids to play baseball at the highest levels. All of our players make middle school teams and High school teams. We start training in November with conditioning being the main focus, then start hitting and throwing in January. We are looking for kids that are commited to baseball, and really enjoy learning and playing the game.

Fenton Crush Travel Baseball 10U City/Area: Fenton - Genesee County League: GFBL Contact: FentonCrushTravelBaseball@gmail.com Team Info: Crush will play in the Greater Flint Baseball League and travel for tournaments.

Fenton Tigers Travel Baseball 10U City/Area: Fenton League: KVBSA Contact: Mike Miller natamikey@sbcglobal.net Team Info: Our goal is to provide a safe productive environment enabling children to learn & apply the principles of teamwork, discipline, dedication, and sportsmanship through an advanced level of play. We facilitate the development of strength and character in every child that participates. Participation in our teams are open to any boy in the Fenton metro area. We compete in the KVBSA and will play in 4 to 6 tournaments. We also provide a comprehensive offseason training program.

FJBA Fusion 10U City/Area: Fowlerville League: KVBSA Contact: Michael Hubert, FJBA President 517-521-2060 wolfstonewoodworking@yahoo.com Team Info: FJBA teams compete in the most competitive divisions of the Mason Pony League and KVBSA. Each team competes in at least three weekend tournaments each season. The Fowlerville Junior Baseball Association (FJBA) is a non-profit, volunteer organization that believes players realize many benefits from its travel baseball program. Benefits include learning baseball fundamentals, improving physical fitness, enhancing self confidence, developing respect for others, learning to value teamwork and contributing to a team effort. In addition to developing good sportsmanship,learning how to win and to deal effectively with losing, making new friends, and enjoying the great game of baseball.

Grand Blanc Travel Baseball 10U City/Area: Grand Blanc League: GFBL Contact: Visit our website for more information Team Info: The Grand Blanc Travel Baseball Association was created to provide a higher level of competition for talented and motivated area baseball players. Players with a commitment to the improvement of their skills in a team focused environment. More information can be found in our Parent and Player Handbook

Great Lake Cyclones Baseball Club 10U City/Area: Genesse County / Flint / Carman Ainsworth     Contact: Matt Brassaw (810) 922-9225 mbrassaw4102@Comcast.net 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!

Hartland Eagles 10U City/Area: Hartland League: KVBSA Contact: Sean Murray smurray75@comcast.net Team Info: HAYAA Baseball/Softball offers a competitive travel program. We participate in KVBSA and play teams from Livingston, Oakland, Washtenaw and Wayne Counties.

Howell Hawks 10U City/Area: Howell League: KVBSA Contact: Todd Breault 734-645-9813 howellhawks@gmail.com Team Info:

Howell Highlanders 10U City/Area: Howell and surrounding communities League: KVBSA Contact: Darin Daugard 517-304-1345 darin.daugard@att.net Team Info: Part of the Howell Area Junior Baseball Association (HAJBA) Travel Baseball Program. Our mission is to provide players with higher skill levels and commitment the opportunity to compete against players from other communities with similar skill levels. Our travel teams are designed for those kids that really love the game of baseball, and are excited to put in the extra time and effort needed to take their baseball skills to the “next” level. We will compete in the KVBSA and will play in 4 to 6 tournaments. We also provide a comprehensive off-season training program.

Howell Warriors 10U City/Area: Howell League: KVBSA Contact: Darin Daugard 517-304-1345 darin.daugard@att.net Team Info:

Knights 10U Jason Denbow 269-615-4960 City/Area: Coloma, Watervliet, Hartford     Contact: Jerry Collins collinsjerry9@gmail.com Team Info:

Lansing Tigers 10U City/Area: Lansing     Contact: Rob Knapp 517-204-2420 Hippietoad99@yahoo.com Team Info: The Lansing Tigers will play in the MMPL 10U A Division, as well as 6-7 tournaments. We have a great group of returning players and will be a very competative team. Head Coach Paul Burmeister is entering his 28th season coaching baseball in the Lansing area. We begin preparing for the upcoming season on Jan 13th. Coaching Staff: Head Coach Paul Burmeister has coached in the Lansing Area for 27 years. Team Mgr / Ast. Coach Rob Knapp has coached baseball in Lansing for 9 years.

LCB Legends 10U City/Area: Commerce Twp League: KVBSA Contact: Dan Yoder 248 660-7746 lcbbaseball@gmail.com Team Info: LCB Legends is a 2nd year team playing in the KVBSA Advanced division. 18 leagues games and 5 Tournaments including Baseball Youth Nationals in Elizabtown, KY. We are looking for a player with travel ball experience and pitching is a plus. We will only roster 11 players.

Mayhem Baseball 10U City/Area: Burton     Contact: Jim Cummings groundfighter1@hotmail.com Team Info:

MCBC Hitdogs 10U City/Area: Rochester Hills     Contact: Joe Mooney joe.mooney3@gmail.com Team Info: For more information about our program, see our website.

Metro Detroit Baseball Club 10U City/Area: Macomb County     Contact: Tim McEvoy (313) 378-8457 metrodetroitbaseball@gmail.com Team Info: The team will receive speed, strength, and skills training by M.C. Athletics LLC. M.C. Athletics LLC. includes trainers from Wayne State University, Stevenson High School, and other local college and high school programs. All offseason training will be done at 2SP in Madison Heights. $200 commitment fee.

Metro Detroit Grizzlies 10U City/Area: Macomb County League: MABF Contact: Larry Powers 586 489 8975 l.p_29@yahoo.com Team Info: New competitive team forming out of the Macomb County area. Looking for 9 and 10 year old players who are willing to work hard to enhance their abilities and work as a good teammate. Looking for families who are dedicated to the extensive amount of time it takes to help make their player better. League play and approximately 3-4 local tournaments.

Michigan Batbusters 10U City/Area: Macomb County     Contact: Al Spezia 586-907-2913 batbusters.al@gmail.com Team Info: Training facilities at Extra Innings-Shelby Township

Michigan Blue Jays 10U City/Area: Ypsilanti League: KVBSA Contact: michiganbluejays@yahoo.com Team Info: Download the Michigan Blue Jays tryout flyer

Michigan Bulldogs 10U City/Area: Livonia League: KVBSA Contact: Mike Heard (734) 834-6950 mikeheard34@yahoo.com Team Info: We will participate in KVBSA and play teams from Livingston, Oakland, Washtenaw and Wayne counties. We will participate in weekend tournaments throughout the state. The team expects to play an 18 game schedule plus 2 – 4 tournaments for a total of 30 – 40 games starting in April and playing through the end of July. Indoor workouts/training begins in January.

Michigan Expos of the Martin Baseball Group 10U City/Area: Waterford League: NOBF Contact: Ballpark Baseball Academy 248-681-0700 Team Info: The Michigan Expos of the Martin Baseball group are Oakland County's premier baseball organizations. The Martin Baseball Group provides the Michigan Expos with two of Oakland Counties premier training facilities year around: The Ballpark Baseball Academy and the Summit Field house. In addition, the Expos have their own home fields at the newly renovated Diamonds at Jaycee Park in Pontiac, MI The Michigan Expos are staffed by both professional and collegiate coaches/ players and offer private lessons year around.

Michigan Nationals 10U City/Area: Belleville and surrounding areas League: KVBSA Contact: michigannationalsbaseball@gmail.com Team Info:

Michigan Nationals Elite 10U City/Area: Belleville and surrounding areas League: KVBSA Contact: Coach Taylor 734-883-3222 Michigannationalsbaseball@gmail.com Team Info: The 10u Elite Team will be very competitive on the Local and National level. We will be looking for top level players that are driven to compete. We will offer a strong practice to game ratio. Four to five local tournaments - Super NIT's/ Open Major tournaments locally and out of state. We will provide a knowledgeable and competitive baseball environment. Players will have conditioning and player development from former professional players and coaches. The coaching staff's experience has proven success from past teams. 2011 Caba World Series Champions, Cinco De Mayo Champions, 2012 Champions - USSSA Waco Wolves Mayday Classic Champions - WACO Wolves Challenge, Runner up - BPA Beast of the East Tournament, Runner up -Wolves End of Summer Round Up. Playing for this team will take a commitment from the player/parents to play Top Level Baseball at the Elite level locally and nationally. ALL Michigan Nationals teams train indoors through the winter at the Michigan Nationals Sports Center facility (aka THE INDOOR) .

Michigan Red Sox 10U City/Area: Metro Detroit League: NOBF Contact: Tony Kostello 248-342-7136 akostello@vgpclaw.com Team Info: The Red Sox 10U will play in North Oakland Baseball Federation (NOBF) and in 5-7 weekend tournaments in the SE Michigan area. The team will be active in September and October for outdoor practices. Indoor workouts will be planned thru the winter months - mostly held on weekend days. Home field will be in or near Birmingham, MI - accepting players from all area.

Michigan Strategy 10U City/Area: Any community within 40 mile radius of Dearborn/Dearborn Heights     Contact: Craig Cotter 313-995-8452 craigcotter@michiganstrategy.com Team Info: New competitive teams forming with an indoor facility for winter training. Visit our website at www.michiganstrategy.com to sign up for a tryout. Also very important that parents review the site thoroughly to understand what our organization is all about. Each team will assigned to a travel league, either Northwest Suburban or Kennsington Valley, and play in 4-5 tournaments in June and July

Michigan Wildcats 10U City/Area: Southgate League: KVBSA Contact: fabera@comcast.net Team Info:

Mid Michigan Bandits 10U City/Area: Genessee County League: KVBSA Contact: Kevin Palmer 810.931.9233 coachpalmer@midmichiganbandits.com Team Info: The Mid Michigan Bandits will play both KVBSA league games and 6-8 tournaments, 1-2 of which will be out of state for a 40-50 game schedule. Our focus is on the developement of players into young men through positive reinforcement and a competitive, challenging environment. We will practice indoors beginning in late fall, and we will continue through the winter months until the weather allows us to get outside. We want players that want to play the game at a high level and are willing to put in the work to achieve it. Fundraising opportunities will be made available, but they are completely optional.

Mid-Michigan Fury 10U City/Area: Mid-Michigan Tri-City area     Contact: John Oldani 989-965-0795 JJOldani@dow.com Team Info: We are a 10U travel team from the Mid-Michigan area. We will play USSSA and other tournaments during the year Mid Michigan Fury Travel baseball offers a competitive travel baseball program at an affordable rate. We compete in 6-8 weekend tournaments and encourage the players to play Pony or Senior league during the weekdays We practice all winter long and look to play our tournaments from April through October. We also will be hosting our USSSA tournament in Midland in May 2013. Details to be posted on Michigan USSSA site.

Motor City Bombers 10U City/Area: Macomb Twp League: MABF Contact: Bruce Burns 586-242-2355 bruce@verticaltechnologies.org Team Info: Plays in MABF as well as 5-6 tournment.

Motor City Bulldogs 10U City/Area: Wayne / Westland     Contact: Kevin Warren (734) 476-7794 kskwarren@aol.com Team Info: The Motor City Bulldogs 10U will be a tournament only team for the 2013 season, and will play in the most competitive tournaments around. We also offer indoor facilities for winter training.

NFWB Cobras 10U Jim Forner jforner3@comcast.net City/Area: North Farmington/West Bloomfield, Commerce, Novi, Bloomfield Hills and surrounding areas League: KVBSA Contact: Dave Tengler 313.805.6755 ds10gler@gmail.com Team Info: Team plans to play in the KVBSA league and at least 6 tournaments with a National Tournament if we qualify. We had an excellent 2012 season and look forward to build on the solid base of players and families for our 2013 team. Our program includes an off season training program. Practices start in mid-November, Winter league in Jan/Feb.

Niles Vikings 10U City/Area: Niles, Southwest Michigan     Contact: Kevin Garrard 269-687-8224 garrard@comcast.net Team Info: The 10 yr old Niles Vikings will start their winter training indoors at the beginning of January in the Niles area. The 2013 schedule will include BPA tournaments throughout Southwest MI and Northern IN.

Northville Broncos / Mustangs / Stampede 10U City/Area: Northville League: KVBSA Contact: Tom Breen tbreen@aactiveaero.com Team Info:

Novi Heat 10U City/Area: Novi League: KVBSA Contact: Duane Naylor 313-220-4570 nhbaseball05@gmail.com Team Info: The primary focus will be player development. The team will compete in the KVBSA league and participate in 4-5 additional tournaments. The off-season work outs will begin in January and go to April. The coaching staff will focus on hitting, pitching and most of all defensive skills. Winning is important, but learning the proper skills is the ultimate goal. Players must be willing to commit to the practices and to 35-45 games including KVBSA league play and tournament play (April thru July).

Oakland Reds 10U City/Area: Farmington Hills / Commerce Twp League: KVBSA Contact: Daniel Smith dksmith4367@sbcglobal.net Team Info:

Pinckney Pirates 10U Todd Koone tkoone@pinckneyball.org City/Area: Pinckney League: KVBSA Contact: Paul Pomo paul_pomo@yahoo.com Team Info: Pirate Travel Baseball participates in the Kensington Valley Baseball & Softball Association (KVBSA) and competes against teams from Livingston, Oakland, Washtenaw, and Wayne Counties. We generally play 30-40 games, which includes 3 or 4 weekend tournaments. While indoor conditioning and practices begin in Dec/Jan, games begin in early April and run through mid-July.

Primetime Sports Travel Baseball 10U City/Area: Kalamazoo area     Contact: Kris DeVries 269-365-1444 Kris@digitalexample.com Team Info: Affiliated with Primetime Sports Academy at 158 North Kalamazoo Ave, Vicksburg.

Rochester Red Wings 10U City/Area: Rochester League: NOBF Contact: Jason Williams nobfredwings@gmail.com Team Info: The Red Wings are a second year team playing in the North Oakland Baseball Federation league. We are looking for a few more committed players and families who would like to play in a competitive and fun environment while learning the fundamentals of baseball.

Saginaw Young Golds 10U City/Area: Saginaw County     Contact: Manager Aaron Alverson 989-751-1421 saginawyounggolds@yahoo.com Team Info: We are a 2nd year team and will be playing 10U in 2013. We are anticipating on playing 6-8 tournaments with 2 being USSSA events. Our players are encouraged to play Little League or other Rec. programs during the spring. We have a winter practice program and participate in a summer and fall league. "Saginaw Young Golds" on Facebook

South Farmington Blues 10U City/Area: Farmington / Farmington Hills League: KVBSA Contact: Steve Gust 248-802-9213 erinwhalen222@earthlink.net Team Info: The Blues will be competing in an indoor winter league along with off season practice 1-2 days per week. We will be competing in the KVBSA during the season with 5-6 weekend tournaments.

South Lyon Thunder 10U City/Area: South Lyon League: KVBSA Contact: Eric Steffes 248-417-7484 esteff@att.net Team Info: The South Lyon Thunder travel baseball program is designed for those players that would like to experience a competitive environment with an emphasis on training and development of player/skills. The Thunder will compete in the KVBSA league and will play approximately 18-20 league games in the Livingston, Washtenaw and Southwest Oakland County area. Also, we will participate in 4-6 tournaments for a total of 35-45 games in 2013. The season will run from mid-April to mid-July. Off season training program will be provided and starts in January.

South Oakland A's 10U City/Area: Madison Heights     Contact: David Clark 248-729-3587 southoaklandabaseball@gmail.com Team Info:

Southwest Oakland Warriors 10U City/Area: Commerce Township League: KVBSA Contact: Rick Essig rick@aminteriors.com Team Info:

Titans Baseball 10U City/Area: Berkley/Southfield/Beverly Hills/Bingham Farms/Franklin     Contact: Todd Turner todd@t2baseball.com Team Info: The Titans are a tournament-based team. The primary objective of the Titans program is to prepare young players for the high school level. The competition for a high school roster spot is intense and our goal is to see each player in our program in a high school uniform.

Tri City Lightning 10U City/Area: Southern Genesee Co. / North Livingston Co. League: KVBSA Contact: Matthew Welch 586-980-0049 welchmatthew4@gmail.com Team Info: We will play in the KVBSA 10U Division, playing aprox 18-22 league games. We will play in 4-5 tournaments throughout the state. Weekly Indoor training will take place from Nov 2012 - March 2013 in our 30,000 sq/ft training facility at Premier Indoor Sports in Fenton.

Tri City Lightning Orange 10U City/Area: Genesee/Livingston League: KVBSA Contact: Dave Steeves dcsteeves21@aol.com Team Info: Play in the KVBSA and 4-5 tournaments. Practice indoors January through March. Looking for committed players who are looking for a more competitive experience.

Troy Mud Hens 10U City/Area: Troy / Oakland County League: NOBF Contact: John Benesch u9mudhens@yahoo.com Team Info: We have an expectation of significant growth from our rookie season in 2012 and will utilize our off-season practices and indoor baseball play to prepare our team to be competitive.

Vengeance Baseball Club 10U 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.

Vicksburg Bulldogs 10U City/Area: Vicksburg     Contact: Brad Wetzel 269-323-0593 Wetzelb@michigan.gov Team Info: We are based in Vicksburg and are highly competitive, with practice once or twice a week in Vicksburg or South Portage. Team plays 2 tournaments a month.

West Michigan Outlaws 10U City/Area: Grand Rapids     Contact: Marc Uturo (616) 890-8322 wmoutlawsbaseball@gmail.com Team Info:   Coaching Staff: Head Coach: Adam Knobloch

West Michigan Rams 10U Jason Denbow, Asst Coach 269-615-4960 City/Area: South Haven     Contact: Jerry Collins, Head Coach collinsjerry9@gmail.com Team Info: 9 year olds are welcome.

West Michigan Riptide 10U City/Area: West Michigan     Contact: Steve Mikkelson (616) 402-3642 mikkelson61@gmail.com Team Info: Training location – Extra Innings, 6850 Norton Pines Drive, Spring Lake, MI 49456 http://www.extrainnings-muskegon.com/ Winter Practice – Sundays 3:30 – 5:00 PM (set through Nov) subject to change. As a Riptide player, you will received two free ½ hour tunnel rentals a week. Spring / Summer Practice – We will practice two days per week. Tournaments – We will play four to six tournaments within a 75 mile radius of Grand Rapids. Double headers – We will play around 10 double headers during the week once school is out with a goal of 50 games for the year. Outlook – Our team will be competitive as we have a few 2nd year travel ball players.

West Oakland Wings 10U City/Area: Milford, White Lake and surrounding areas/Oakland County League: KVBSA Contact: Jeremy Krol, Program Director 248.830.2307 (cell) jkrol@jktwings.com Team Info: Team plans to play in the KVBSA league and tournaments. Our program includes an off season training program.

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Adrian Dirtbags 11U City/Area: Adrian     Contact: G. Aaron Klotz 517-902-4453 adriandirtbags@gmail.com Team Info: The Adrian Dirtbags started in 2011 with one 8U team, but since have grown to 5 teams for 2013 and also host a fall league for youth and high school age players. We are a highly competitive youth baseball group. We value winning, but also value teaching the game the right way. For more information, please visit our website.

Adrian Lookouts 11U City/Area: Adrian     Contact: Derich Curtis dcurt1974@live.com Team Info: Lookouts are members of the Adrian Diamond Club and will play 35-45 games both tournament and league.

Ann Arbor A's 11U Larry Martin ljmartin@umich.edu City/Area: Ann Arbor League: KVBSA Contact: James Finn 734-678-5839 jamesd@finnsins.com Team Info: Team will play in the KVBSA league as well as 3-5 tournaments throughout the year. Practice starts in Jan indoor.

Bloomfield Sting 11U City/Area: Bloomfield     Contact: David Przygoda 313-779-8736 dave@dscontractors.com Team Info:

Brighton Bulldogs 11U City/Area: Brighton League: KVBSA Contact: Mike Baitinger 586-943-0196 mbaitinger@yahoo.com Team Info: All players selected for a team will pay a fee of $400 to cover the cost of uniforms, field maintenance and prep, insurance, gym fees for off season training, fundraising, league fees and umpire fees. Players may also be asked to take part in additional fundraising activities. We participate in the Kensington Valley Baseball Association and play teams from Livingston, Oakland, Washtenaw and Wayne Counties and participate in weekend tournaments throughout the state. Travel teams play a 30 – 40 game schedule (including tournaments) starting in early April and playing into July.

Canton Cardinals 11U City/Area: Canton League: KVBSA Contact: Alan Zidzik l.zidzik@sbcglobal.net Team Info: Canton Cardinals Travel Baseball is designed to attract the player who seeks a more competitive and serious baseball experience. Players must be willing to commit to 3-7 weekend tournaments, league play outside the community, and play a maximum of 50 games per season (April through July). The Canton Cardinals are also committed to preserving high level competition in the travel baseball community. Teams will be comprised of qualified players selected by tryout. Teams and coaches are evaluated yearly. Team will consist of Plymouth / Canton residents. Players must live in Plymouth, Canton, or attend a school in the Plymouth Canton district. Under certain circumstances, a maximum of 2 non-resident players will be allowed.

Canton Storm 11U City/Area: Canton League: KVBSA Contact: Keith Rubis 734-718-9565 keithrubis@gmail.com Team Info: Team will play in the KVBSA league as well as 4-5 tournaments starting in April - mid July. Indoor practice will start mid January.

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.

Dearborn Heights Diamondbacks 11U City/Area: Dearborn Heights League: NWSL Contact: David Domka domkaoutdoors@yahoo.com Team Info: The NDH Diamondbacks are looking for some competitive baseball players for the 2013 season. We will compete in the NWSL and we will compete in 6-8 weekend tournaments. We have a great core of returning players.

Detroit Metro Stars 11U City/Area: Shelby Township     Contact: Tom White 586-909-2084 tommy-alley@att.net Team Info:

Diamonds Force 11U City/Area: Grand Rapids League: GRABL Contact: Paul Heymoss 616-299-5377 pheymoss@gmail.com Team Info: Based out of Diamonds Sports Training Academy, we are planning on 6-7 tournaments for 2013 along with league play in GRABL.

Downriver Hawks 11U City/Area: Woodhaven / Downriver     Contact: Mike Emery 313-595-5578 mljemery@comcast.net Team Info: The Downriver Hawks is a successful organization that plays both league and tournaments. We practice indoors in the winter starting in January. Our goal is to play 40+ games during the season. We have a great group of kids and families that all get along.

Downriver Raiders 11U City/Area: Riverview     Contact: Dave Gubbini 734-377-7737 dbg426@hotmail.com Team Info: We are an organization that has there own fields and indoor practice facility. The Raider teams play between 5 and 8 tournaments each year and play in a travel league during the week as well.

Elite Baseball Club Aces 11U City/Area: South Lyon League: KVBSA Contact: Dale Essenmacher, President 248-212-3223 coachdale.essenmacher@gmail.com Team Info: Elite Baseball Club is a travel baseball program based in South Lyon, MI. We are a second year program established by and in conjunction with the South Lyon High School Varsity Baseball programs. Our instruction, development, termonology and work is based on the teachings of the Varsity programs. We will be playing in the highest division of the KVBSA league that will consists of 14-20 games in 2013. We will also play in 6-7 tournament including Canton, Frankenmuth, and two state tournaments. Once qualified we look forward to participating in a USSSA World Series in Indiana or Tennessee to finish our season. We will also have off-season training to develop our hitting, pitching and defensive skills. We require 50% participation in the off-season training regement.

Farmington Hills Mud Hens 11U City/Area: Farmington Hills and surrounding areas League: KVBSA Contact: Steve Bean 248-426-0609 fhmudhens@yahoo.com Team Info: 2nd year team. Strong core players returning. Will play in the KVBSA and 4 tournaments. There will be one additional out-of-town tourney.

Fenton Crush Travel Baseball 11U City/Area: Fenton - Genesee County League: GFBL Contact: FentonCrushTravelBaseball@gmail.com Team Info: Crush will play in the Greater Flint Baseball League and travel for tournaments.

Fenton Tigers Travel Baseball 11U City/Area: Fenton League: KVBSA Contact: Mike Miller natamikey@sbcglobal.net Team Info: Our goal is to provide a safe productive environment enabling children to learn & apply the principles of teamwork, discipline, dedication, and sportsmanship through an advanced level of play. We facilitate the development of strength and character in every child that participates. Participation in our teams are open to any boy in the Fenton metro area. We compete in the KVBSA and will play in 4 to 6 tournaments. We also provide a comprehensive offseason training program.

FJBA Fusion 11U City/Area: Fowlerville League: KVBSA Contact: Michael Hubert, FJBA President 517-521-2060 wolfstonewoodworking@yahoo.com Team Info: FJBA teams compete in the most competitive divisions of the Mason Pony League and KVBSA. Each team competes in at least three weekend tournaments each season. The Fowlerville Junior Baseball Association (FJBA) is a non-profit, volunteer organization that believes players realize many benefits from its travel baseball program. Benefits include learning baseball fundamentals, improving physical fitness, enhancing self confidence, developing respect for others, learning to value teamwork and contributing to a team effort. In addition to developing good sportsmanship,learning how to win and to deal effectively with losing, making new friends, and enjoying the great game of baseball.

Grand Blanc Travel Baseball 11U City/Area: Grand Blanc League: GFBL Contact: Visit our website for more information Team Info: The Grand Blanc Travel Baseball Association was created to provide a higher level of competition for talented and motivated area baseball players. Players with a commitment to the improvement of their skills in a team focused environment. More information can be found in our Parent and Player Handbook

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!

Greyhound Baseball Club 11U City/Area: Macomb County League: MABF Contact: Alan Jacob (586) 913-1455 alan@greyhoundbaseballclub.com Team Info: Greyhound Baseball Club 11u will be a third year team entering the 2013 season, and will look to defend it's MABF (Macomb Amateur Baseball Federation) league championship. The team is currently looking for 1-2 talented athletes and good families to join our core group of players. The team is 42-14-1 in 2012, including 20-2 in the MABF 10u division. Our team will continue to play (OPTIONAL) tournaments until October 31, 2012, and we take the months of November and December off. Practice for the 2013 season starts the first week of January 2013. Please visit our website for FULL DETAILS on our organization, tryouts, and team.

Grossi Baseball 11U Joe Lucas 810-730-2987 joe_safeway@msn.com City/Area: Genessee County League: KVBSA Contact: Bobby Grossi 810-820-1537 grossigang@aol.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.

Howell Hawks 11U City/Area: Howell League: KVBSA Contact: Todd Breault 734-645-9813 howellhawks@gmail.com Team Info:

Howell Highlanders 11U City/Area: Howell and surrounding communities League: KVBSA Contact: Darin Daugard 517-304-1345 darin.daugard@att.net Team Info: Part of the Howell Area Junior Baseball Association (HAJBA) Travel Baseball Program. Our mission is to provide players with higher skill levels and commitment the opportunity to compete against players from other communities with similar skill levels. Our travel teams are designed for those kids that really love the game of baseball, and are excited to put in the extra time and effort needed to take their baseball skills to the “next” level. We will compete in the KVBSA and will play in 4 to 6 tournaments. We also provide a comprehensive off-season training program.

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).

Huron Valley Rebels 11U City/Area: Milford/Commerce/Highland/White Lake League: KVBSA Contact: Troy Hewitt Thewitt2005@comcast.net Team Info: This will be the second year for this team which went 7-7 in KVBSA division play and one runner-up tournament as well as a championship in another tournament.

LCB Legends 11U City/Area: Commerce Twp League: KVBSA Contact: lcbbaseball@gmail.com Team Info: LCB Legends had 12 teams in 2012 with multiple teams in each age group ranging from Community, Advanced and Open divisions.

Livonia Lakers 11U City/Area: Livonia League: KVBSA Contact: Aaron Rumberger 734-740-2473 ccrumberger@yahoo.com Team Info: All players selected must live in Livonia or attend a school in Livonia. Selected players will be required to pay fees to cover the cost of uniforms, insurance, league fees, field rental, umpires and tournaments. Fundraising will also be required. Our goal for the boys is to prepare them in their baseball journey for tryouts at the high school level. We try to achieve this by setting good examples for the boys on and off the field and encouraging them to be productive citizens of society. Winning is important, but learning the proper skills is the ultimate goal. We participate in the KVBSA which includes teams in the following counties: Oakland, Livingston, Washtenaw and Wayne. We will also participate in 3-4 tournaments for a total of 30 -40 games during the season. Indoor off-season workouts begin mid-January until we can practice outside. Games begin the end of April and go until mid-July.

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.

MCBC Hitdogs 11U City/Area: Rochester Hills     Contact: Rick Goff ryansville34@aol.com Team Info: For more information about our program, visit our website.

Michigan Batbusters 11U City/Area: Macomb     Contact: Benny LaRocca benny@malacehr.com Team Info: Formerly the Macomb Scorpions. The 2013 11U Michigan BatBusters are looking for competitive athletes who perform at a higher level for MABF league play, as well AAA/Majors tournament ball. We are looking for all rostered positions but specifically seasoned catchers, pitchers, and players with speed!!!

Michigan Blue Jays 11U City/Area: Ypsilanti League: KVBSA Contact: michiganbluejays@yahoo.com Team Info: Download the Michigan Blue Jays tryout flyer

Michigan Bulldogs 11U City/Area: Livonia League: KVBSA Contact: Mike Heard (734) 834-6950 mikeheard34@yahoo.com Team Info: We will participate in KVBSA and play teams from Livingston, Oakland, Washtenaw and Wayne counties. We will participate in weekend tournaments throughout the state. The team expects to play an 18 game schedule plus 2 – 4 tournaments for a total of 30 – 40 games starting in April and playing through the end of July. Indoor workouts/training begins in January.

Michigan Elite 11U City/Area: Shelby Twp. League: MABF Contact: Joe Raccosta 586-292-1557 josephsraccosta@eaton.com Team Info: We will be playing in the MABF league again this year.

Michigan Expos of the Martin Baseball Group 11U City/Area: Waterford League: NOBF Contact: Ballpark Baseball Academy 248-681-0700 Team Info: The Michigan Expos of the Martin Baseball group are Oakland County's premier baseball organizations. The Martin Baseball Group provides the Michigan Expos with two of Oakland Counties premier training facilities year around: The Ballpark Baseball Academy and the Summit Field house. In addition, the Expos have their own home fields at the newly renovated Diamonds at Jaycee Park in Pontiac, MI The Michigan Expos are staffed by both professional and collegiate coaches/ players and offer private lessons year around.

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.

Michigan Nationals 11U City/Area: Belleville and surrounding areas League: KVBSA Contact: michigannationalsbaseball@gmail.com Team Info:

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.

Michigan Red Sox 11U City/Area: Birmingham, Troy, Royal Oak League: NOBF Contact: Tony Benedetto 248-467-7111 lisatonyb@yahoo.com Team Info: The Red Sox 11U will compete in the North Oakland Baseball Federation as well as 4 weekend tournaments for 2013. The team will be active in September and October for practices and at least one tournament, and begin indoor workouts in January 2013.

Michigan Stealth 11U City/Area: Lincoln Park League: NWSL Contact: Paul michiganstealth11u@yahoo.com Team Info: We will be playing in the Northwest Suburban League (NWSL) plus 6-8 tournaments.

Michigan Storm 11U City/Area: Southgate     Contact: James Bowens jamesbowens2@comcast.net Team Info: This years 10u team has been very succesful playing in league championship this week and winning 6 out of 8 tournaments this year with the other 2 being a 2nd and a 3rd place.

Michigan Strategy 11U City/Area: Any community within 40 mile radius of Dearborn/Dearborn Heights     Contact: Craig Cotter 313-995-8452 craigcotter@michiganstrategy.com Team Info: New competitive teams forming with an indoor facility for winter training. Visit our website at www.michiganstrategy.com to sign up for a tryout. Also very important that parents review the site thoroughly to understand what our organization is all about. Each team will assigned to a travel league, either Northwest Suburban or Kennsington Valley, and play in 4-5 tournaments in June and July

Michigan Wildcats 11U City/Area: Downriver / Dearborn / Southgate / Taylor     Contact: Mike Magier michiganwildcatsstaff@gmail.com Team Info: The focus for this team will be on significantly improving each players skill level utilizing an effective and proven program. A program which includes instruction from coaches with collegiate pitching, catching, fielding and hitting experience at our private indoor training facility. Strength and agility training begins in November 2012 at the Wildcat Den.

Mid-Michigan Diamond Dawgs 11U City/Area: Genesee County League: GFBL Contact: Danny Trevino 810-624-9996 mmdiamonddawgs@yahoo.com Team Info: The Diamond Dawgs are a start up team based in Genesee county and will be playing in the GFBL along with 6-8 tournaments next year. We will also be playing in the GFB fall ball league this year. We are looking for players who have passion for the game and are willing to work hard to improve. The Diamonds Dawgs philosophy is based on player development, instruction/drills, fundamentals and playing baseball the right way. We will also be holding indoor workouts during winter months. If you are looking for a team closer to home or a new team and want your son to get solid instruction and developed then the Mid-Michigan Diamond Dawgs are for you.

Mid-Michigan Fury 11U City/Area: Mid-Michigan Tri-City area     Contact: Pat Billingsley 989-600-0303 billyreid6711@yahoo.com Team Info: We are a 11U travel team from the Mid-Michigan area. We will play USSSA and other tournaments during the year Mid Michigan Fury Travel baseball offers a competitive travel baseball program at an affordable rate. We compete in 6-8 weekend tournaments and encourage the players to play Pony or Senior league during the weekdays We practice all winter long and look to play our tournaments from April through October. We also will be hosting our USSSA tournament in Midland in May 2013. Details to be posted on Michigan USSSA site.

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.

Motor City Chiefs 11U Ken Gaffney 734.395.4058 City/Area: Canton, Plymouth, Northville, Livonia, Farmington, Novi, Westland, Wayne, all others League: KVBSA Contact: Dan Sheahan 734.377.3123 motorcitybaseball@gmail.com Team Info: The Motor City Chiefs Baseball Club will be entering its 11th season in in 2013. We are an independent baseball club with control of our ball fields and our player rosters. Our resources allow us the flexibility and freedom to create a great baseball environment. Those resources include: Continue playing in the KVBSA Open division Don Massey Field (Plymouth) for home games… the best field in Michigan Our own indoor training warehouse, providing unlimited access while saving hundreds of dollars per family No residency requirements, kids from all communities are welcome Strong practice to game ratio… will not chase games at expense of player development Four to five local tournaments A competitive baseball environment with a priority on individual skill development 2012 Tournament Success: Champions – Wolves Open World Series; Runner-Up – Play at the Cage Holiday Blast Our formula for success includes; outstanding coaching, below average cost, independence (our own field), competitive spirit, fun atmosphere, free indoor warehouse, and much more. If you want this experience for your child please contact us. Coaching Staff: The coaching staff is qualified and experienced, having the ability to teach kids the game of baseball while making it fun. The staff's experience crosses over many age classifications with proven success from past teams as well as player advancement.

Northville Broncos 11U City/Area: Northville League: KVBSA Contact: Fred Pumper fjpumper@comcast.net Team Info: The Northville Broncos are part of the NBSA (Northville Baseball Softball Association) and we seek to attract players who desire a competitive and serious baseball experience We play in the KVBSA league and are planning between 5-6 weekend tournaments. League play is outside the community, and combined we play a between 35-45 games per season (April through July). In Northville, we are committed to preserving high level competition in the travel baseball community. Teams will be comprised of qualified players selected by tryout. Teams and coaches are evaluated yearly. Team will consist of Northville residents and a maximum of 2 non-residents.

Northville Broncos / Mustangs / Stampede 11U City/Area: Northville League: KVBSA Contact: Fred Pumper fjpumper@comcast.net Team Info:

Novi Heat 11U City/Area: Novi League: KVBSA Contact: Joe Dulzo 248-431-9896 josephdulzo@aol.com Team Info: The Novi Heat Travel Baseball Club is a division of Novi Youth Baseball League (NYBL). Heat teams build sound baseball fundamentals, emphasize teamwork and develop strong individual character. Heat Baseball is committed to play highly competitive baseball in local Travel team leagues, post-season tournaments, regional tournaments and National World Series events.

Oakland Diamondbacks 11U City/Area: Oakland County League: NOBF Contact: Louie Aguilar 248-390-4331 Lou845@comcast.net Team Info: We are looking to upgrade our rosters to ensure all teams remain competitive for the 2013 season and beyond. Looking for players and parents that will commit to supporting and helping each team improve and to compete at a high level in both League and Tournament Play.

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.

Oakland IronPigs 11U City/Area: Oakland County League: NOBF Contact: Jerry Keaser 248-652-6933 OaklandIronPigs@gmail.com Team Info: We play approximately 20-22 games in the NOBF league and participate in 4-5 additional tournaments.

Oakland Reds 11U City/Area: Farmington Hills / Commerce Twp League: KVBSA Contact: Daniel Smith dksmith4367@sbcglobal.net Team Info:

Pinckney Pirates 11U Todd Koone tkoone@pinckneyball.org City/Area: Pinckney League: KVBSA Contact: Paul Pomo paul_pomo@yahoo.com Team Info: Pirate Travel Baseball participates in the Kensington Valley Baseball & Softball Association (KVBSA) and competes against teams from Livingston, Oakland, Washtenaw, and Wayne Counties. We generally play 30-40 games, which includes 3 or 4 weekend tournaments. While indoor conditioning and practices begin in Dec/Jan, games begin in early April and run through mid-July.

Primetime Sports Travel Baseball 11U City/Area: Kalamazoo area     Contact: Donnie Yant 269-760-0643 DYant20@Yahoo.com Team Info: Affiliated with Primetime Sports Academy at 158 North Kalamazoo Ave, Vicksburg.

Rochester Rockies 11U City/Area: Rochester League: NOBF Contact: Mike Pardi 248 -762- 7768 pardi@wowway.com Team Info: The team will compete in the NOBF as well as 1 -2 local tournaments and 1-2 travel tournaments (app pending).

Saline Hornets 11U City/Area: Saline and surrounding area League: KVBSA Contact: Russ Miller SalineHornet@comcast.net Team Info: The mission of the team is to develop talented young players in a fun and competitive atmosphere. The team will compete in the KVBSA league and participate in 5+ additional tournaments during the 2013 season. The team will play 30-40 games (including tournaments) from early April through July. Our program includes an offseason indoor training program that begins Jan 1.

Saline Hornets Blue 11U City/Area: Saline and surrounding area League: KVBSA Contact: Dave Hesse davehesse19@gmail.com Team Info: The team will compete in the KVBSA league and participate in 3-4 additional tournaments. Indoor training January – March. Games / Tournaments April - July

South Farmington Blues 11U City/Area: Farmington / Farmington Hills League: KVBSA Contact: Chris Kelbert 248-207-8139 ckelbert9@gmail.com Team Info: KVBSA Divison Champions. Diamond Days Tournament Champions. 2nd year team. Strong core players returning. Will play in the KVBSA and 4 tournaments. The off-season work outs will begin in January and go to April. The coaching staff will focus on hitting, pitching and most of all defensive skills.

South Lyon Thunder 11U City/Area: South Lyon/Novi and surrounding areas League: KVBSA Contact: Mark Cassel 248-867-9996 ntpd75@yahoo.com Team Info: The South Lyon Thunder is a 11U travel baseball program looking for competitive ball players for the 2013 season. The mission of the program is to develop talented young players in a fun and competitive atmosphere. The players will learn and apply the principles of teamwork, dedication and sportsmanship while playing the game of baseball at a high level. We will be playing in the open division or highest division of KVBSA league. We will play 18 to 20 league games in 2013. We will also play in 5 to 7 tournaments including Holland, Frankenmuth and Lansing and other USSSA state tournaments. The season will run from April to mid July. The off-season work outs will begin in January and go to April. The coaching staff will focus on hitting, pitching and most of all defensive skills. The program requires participation in the off-season workouts.

South Oakland A's 11U City/Area: Madison Heights     Contact: Robert Brown 248-918-1634 mebrown.21900862@gmail.com Team Info: The South Oakland A's have had 4 former players drafted and have 76 players that are either playing college baseball or are committed coming out of high school.

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.

Southwest Oakland Warriors 11U City/Area: Commerce Township League: KVBSA Contact: Marty Castellon micastellon@att.net Team Info:

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.

Sterling Heights Nationals 11U City/Area: Sterling Heights League: MABF Contact: Terry Bieniek 586 247-6024 gatorbien@att.net Team Info: The 2013 11U Sterling Heights Nationals are looking for well rounded athletes with a passion to play great baseball. We will be participating in MABF league play as well as tournaments.

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.

Titans Baseball 11U City/Area: Berkley/Southfield/Beverly Hills/Bingham Farms/Franklin     Contact: John jclark@gmhlaw.com Team Info: The Titans are a tournament-based team. The primary objective of the Titans program is to prepare young players for the high school level. The competition for a high school roster spot is intense and our goal is to see each player in our program in a high school uniform.

Tri-City Lightning 11U City/Area: Lake Fenton, Fenton, Linden and surrounding areas League: KVBSA Contact: Cam Terburgh tricitylightning11@yahoo.com Team Info:

Troy Bulldogs 11U City/Area: Troy League: NOBF Contact: Dennis Sacco, Manager 248-467-4167 Sacco8@wowway.com Team Info: The Bulldogs are a highly competitive team looking to upgrade our roster. We currently play in the NOBF league and play in four tournaments per year.

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.

West Michigan Black Sox 11U City/Area: Kalamazoo     Contact: Jim McCarthy 269-870-7605 westmiblacksox@aol.com Team Info: Our mission is to teach our players to have confidence, knowledge of the game and the skills to play like a champion. The team will compete in approximately eight tournaments (USSSA and BPA) from early April through July 2013. Post season tournaments: The team will play in qualified post season tournaments such as the World Series tournaments. Fall 2012 tournaments: The team may play in one or two fall 2012 tournaments (one USSSA and one BPA). The team may play in a local area league in May and June 2013. Program includes off-season indoor training. Professional trainers are available (optional). Team practices will be held in the Kalamazoo Area.

West Michigan Outlaws 11U City/Area: Grand Rapids     Contact: Marc Uturo (616) 890-8322 wmoutlawsbaseball@gmail.com Team Info:   Coaching Staff: Head Coach: Ken Smigiel

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.

West Oakland Wings 11U City/Area: Milford, White Lake and surrounding areas/Oakland County League: KVBSA Contact: Jeremy Krol, Program Director 248.830.2307 (cell) jkrol@jktwings.com Team Info: Team plans to play in the KVBSA league and tournaments. Our program includes an off season training program.

Whitmore Lake Trojans 11U City/Area: Washtenaw, Livingston and Oakland County League: KVBSA Contact: Chris Romine cpromine@charter.net Team Info: Our goal is to provide a safe productive environment enabling children to learn & apply the principles of teamwork, discipline, dedication, and sportsmanship. If you tried out out for another club and did not make it, come check us out! Whitmore lake is central to many communties. Participation in our teams are open to any child in the Washtenaw Livingston and Oakland County Area. Whitmore Lake Travel Baseball participates in the Kensington Valley Baseball & Softball Association (KVBSA) and compete against teams from Livingston, Oakland, Washtenaw, and Wayne Counties. We generally play 25-30 games, which includes 1-2 weekend tournaments. Indoor conditioning and practices begin in early January in Whitmore Lake, and games begin in early April and run through mid-July.

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Adrian Dirtbags 12U City/Area: Adrian     Contact: G. Aaron Klotz 517-902-4453 adriandirtbags@gmail.com Team Info: The Adrian Dirtbags started in 2011 with one 8U team, but since have grown to 5 teams for 2013 and also host a fall league for youth and high school age players. We are a highly competitive youth baseball group. We value winning, but also value teaching the game the right way. For more information, please visit our website.

Adrian Dirtbags 12U City/Area: Adrian / Lenawee County     Contact: Wayne Heineman 517-662-9564 pitchingcoach1@yahoo.com Team Info: 1st year team. Head coach has 20+ years coaching at Blissfield High School. Practice begins 1st weekend in March. No practice 1st week in April - schools are on Spring Break. This is family time! Tournament play starts 1st weekend in May and ends 1st weekend in August. 9-10 tournaments. Will also attempt to schedule 1 game a week on T, W, or Th. Our motto is "Play hard, be safe, have fun, get dirty!" If all these are taken care of, development and winning will take care of themselves.

Ann Arbor A's Green 12U City/Area: Ann Arbor League: KVBSA Contact: Mark Foster 734-904-4246 mark.foster@cw-advisors.com Team Info: Both 12U A's teams will participate in the KVBSA league and play in 4 - 6 tournaments. The A's offer an off season workout/training program that will begin in January, 2013.

Bjerke Baseball Phantoms 12U City/Area: Oakland County League: KVBSA Contact: Scott Bjerke scott@bjerkebaseball.com Team Info: Bjerke Travel Baseball is a new organization that has been training and coaching players for the last 10 years. We have decided to establish and Coach our own teams. We are seeking the serious Travel player who wants a more competitive baseball experience. Players must be willing to commit to 5-7 weekend tournaments, league play outside the community, and play a maximum of 40 games per season (April through July). All Winter training will be conducted at Oakland Yard Athletics in Waterford. The training will take place in the 72,000 sq. ft. Main Dome. Teams will be comprised of qualified players selected by tryout. All positions are available. Team will consist of Oakland County residents.

Brighton Bulldogs 12U City/Area: Brighton League: KVBSA Contact: Mike Baitinger 586-943-0196 mbaitinger@yahoo.com Team Info: All players selected for a team will pay a fee of $400 to cover the cost of uniforms, field maintenance and prep, insurance, gym fees for off season training, fundraising, league fees and umpire fees. Players may also be asked to take part in additional fundraising activities. We participate in the Kensington Valley Baseball Association and play teams from Livingston, Oakland, Washtenaw and Wayne Counties and participate in weekend tournaments throughout the state. Travel teams play a 30 – 40 game schedule (including tournaments) starting in early April and playing into July.

Canton Cardinals 12U City/Area: Canton League: KVBSA Contact: Alan Zidzik l.zidzik@sbcglobal.net Team Info: Canton Cardinals Travel Baseball is designed to attract the player who seeks a more competitive and serious baseball experience. Players must be willing to commit to 3-7 weekend tournaments, league play outside the community, and play a maximum of 50 games per season (April through July). 1 tournament may include a week long Cooperstown or the Ripken Experience. The Canton Cardinals are also committed to preserving high level competition in the travel baseball community. Teams will be comprised of qualified players selected by tryout. Teams and coaches are evaluated yearly. Team will consist of Plymouth / Canton residents. Players must live in Plymouth, Canton, or attend a school in the Plymouth Canton district. Under certain circumstances, a maximum of 2 non-resident players will be allowed.

Canton Cobras 12U City/Area: Canton and surrounding areas League: KVBSA Contact: Jack Murray jackmurray929@gmail.com Team Info: We will be playing KVBSA and participate in 6-8 tournaments with one being a week long tournament at Ripken.

Complete Baseball 12U City/Area: Kalamazoo, Schoolcraft, Plainwell     Contact: Paul Williams (269) 271-5040 edu_3b_williamsp@hotmail.com Team Info: This is the second year of Complete Baseball. Coaching Staff: Head Coach: Jeff Derhammer

Dearborn Heights Knights 12U City/Area: Dearborn, Dearborn Heights, Redford, Livonia, Canton and surrounding areas     Contact: Brad Ebben 248-924-0489 brad.ebben@foxsports.net Team Info: Knights are a travel tournament team playing in 8 tournaments from mid-May thru mid-July. Team plays at AA / AAA level and will also play some "one off" games for a total of 30 - 35 games. Good attitudes, hustle and a love for baseball are required. $250 player deposit is required at time of commitment. Families are required to participate in team fundraisers.

Detroit Metro Stars 12U City/Area: Shelby Township     Contact: Jim Agemy 734-787-5158 jamesagemy@att.net Team Info:

Diamonds Thunder 12U City/Area: Grand Rapids     Contact: Ross Price 616-481-9239 rossyp_cubs@yahoo.com Team Info: Come join us at our 12u open tryouts at the Diamonds indoor training facility. The new facility is almost 40,000 sq. feet. It is showcased by a 150 X 100 Field with the new state of the art "field turf" with the rubber infill. Diamonds also has 7 batting cages, 5 pitching lanes, a 60 yard dash runway, a weight room, a pro shop and a spacious parent seating area(Wi-Fi, Flat Screen). Diamonds is the largest facility in Michigan devoted specifically to training baseball and softball players.

Downriver Raiders 12U City/Area: Riverview     Contact: Dave Gubbini 734-377-7737 dbg426@hotmail.com Team Info: We are an organization that has there own fields and indoor practice facility. The Raider teams play between 5 and 8 tournaments each year and play in a travel league during the week as well.

Farmington Hills Mud Hens 12U City/Area: Farmington Hills and surrounding areas League: KVBSA Contact: Steve Bean 248-426-0609 fhmudhens@yahoo.com Team Info: 3rd year team. Team will play in the KVBSA & 4-5 tournaments. This team will also be attending Cooperstown Dreamspark.

Fenton Tigers Travel Baseball 12U City/Area: Fenton League: KVBSA Contact: Mike Miller natamikey@sbcglobal.net Team Info: Our goal is to provide a safe productive environment enabling children to learn & apply the principles of teamwork, discipline, dedication, and sportsmanship through an advanced level of play. We facilitate the development of strength and character in every child that participates. Participation in our teams are open to any boy in the Fenton metro area. We compete in the KVBSA and will play in 4 to 6 tournaments. We also provide a comprehensive offseason training program.

FJBA Fusion 12U City/Area: Fowlerville League: KVBSA Contact: Michael Hubert, FJBA President 517-521-2060 wolfstonewoodworking@yahoo.com Team Info: FJBA teams compete in the most competitive divisions of the Mason Pony League and KVBSA. Each team competes in at least three weekend tournaments each season. The Fowlerville Junior Baseball Association (FJBA) is a non-profit, volunteer organization that believes players realize many benefits from its travel baseball program. Benefits include learning baseball fundamentals, improving physical fitness, enhancing self confidence, developing respect for others, learning to value teamwork and contributing to a team effort. In addition to developing good sportsmanship,learning how to win and to deal effectively with losing, making new friends, and enjoying the great game of baseball. For the 4th year in a row a FJBA U12 team will be travelling to Cooperstown, New York to compete in the American Youth Baseball Hall of Fame Invitational Tournament. The Cooperstown Team tryouts are open to any age eligible area baseball player.

Grand Blanc Travel Baseball 12U City/Area: Grand Blanc League: GFBL Contact: Visit our website for more information Team Info: The Grand Blanc Travel Baseball Association was created to provide a higher level of competition for talented and motivated area baseball players. Players with a commitment to the improvement of their skills in a team focused environment. More information can be found in our Parent and Player Handbook

Great Lake Cyclones Baseball Club 12U City/Area: Genesse County / Flint / Carman Ainsworth     Contact: Jason Young (810) 869-4129 jas_young@hotmail.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!

Grossi Baseball 12U Joe Lucas 810-730-2987 joe_safeway@msn.com City/Area: Genessee County League: KVBSA Contact: Bobby Grossi 810-820-1537 grossigang@aol.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.

Howell Hawks 12U City/Area: Howell League: KVBSA Contact: Todd Breault 734-645-9813 howellhawks@gmail.com Team Info:

Howell Highlanders 12U City/Area: Howell and surrounding communities League: KVBSA Contact: Darin Daugard 517-304-1345 darin.daugard@att.net Team Info: Part of the Howell Area Junior Baseball Association (HAJBA) Travel Baseball Program. Our mission is to provide players with higher skill levels and commitment the opportunity to compete against players from other communities with similar skill levels. Our travel teams are designed for those kids that really love the game of baseball, and are excited to put in the extra time and effort needed to take their baseball skills to the “next” level. We will compete in the KVBSA and will play in 4 to 6 tournaments. We also provide a comprehensive off-season training program.

Huron Rams 12U City/Area: Huron / Flat Rock / Carleton     Contact: Jeff Conrad 313-549-8900 (call or text) ramsbaseball12U@gmail.com Team Info: We are a 2nd year team with our own field. The team will play in a local league as well 3 to 5 tournaments, mostly local.

Huron Valley Patriots 12U City/Area: Milford / Highland / White Lake / Commerce League: KVBSA Contact: Chad Minton 248-505-6225 chad.minton@comcast.net Team Info: Team will play in?the KVBSA Travel league plus?4-5 tournaments during the 2013 season including one or two out of town / overnight tournaments including the Cooperstown Dreams Tournament. There will be off season practices and indoor training two times per week beginning in December / January. Players must be willing to commit to the practices and to 30-40 games including weekend and tournament play (April thru July). Teams will?be trained to compete at a?competitive level, emphasizing player development, learning the finer points of the game of baseball and having fun.

Huron Valley Rebels 12U City/Area: Milford/Highland/White Lake/ Commerce League: KVBSA Contact: Steven Freed 248-867-9837 HuronValleyRebels@aol.com Team Info: Our team will start indoor conditioning and training Jan 1 designed to focus on fundamentals, teamwork and individual skill development. Must be committed to meet two times per week. We will play in the KVBSA league and participate in 5 to 7 tournaments, at least one will be out of town. Team will play +40 games and a trip to Cooperstown or the Ripkin Experience is a possibility.

Jet Box - Oakland 12U City/Area: Oakland County     Contact: Jim Corbeil – Head Coach 248-904-5574 corbeil@wowway.com Team Info: Interested in a high level of competition for your son? Come join our team/organization and raise your game. The Mission of Jet Box Baseball Club is to develop dedicated players into fine young men and provide them with improved skills that will help them achieve success at the next level. The organization will provide first-class training while instilling the love of the game and driving home the fundamentals and passion to become the best they can be. An extensive indoor off season training program will begin in the January. We will be playing 4-5 Competitive Tournaments plus 20+ league games for the 2012 Season. Check us out on Facebook.

LCB Legends 12U City/Area: Commerce Twp League: KVBSA Contact: lcbbaseball@gmail.com Team Info: LCB Legends had 12 teams in 2012 with multiple teams in each age group ranging from Community, Advanced and Open divisions.

LCB Legends Black 12U City/Area: Commerce Twp League: KVBSA Contact: jgregart@att.net Team Info: Team is headed to Cooperstown this summer. We will compete in the KVBSA advanced division. We have off season workouts and bring in professional instruction. Looking for the right player/ family match to fit a great core of existing players and families.

Livonia City Thunder 12U City/Area: Western Wayne and Oakland Counties     Contact: Greg Wendt 248-613-9543 gmwendt@sbcglobal.net Team Info: Successful Thunder program has expanded to 12U for 2013 season. We will play 6-7 highly competitive local tournaments from April-July including Cooperstown. Indoor off-season training. Coaching staff comprised of former Divison 1 college players with extensive youth coaching experience.

Livonia Longhorns 12U City/Area: Livonia League: KVBSA Contact: Matt Fournier 734-968-0499 Team Info:

Livonia Renegades 12U City/Area: Livonia League: KVBSA Contact: Lee Richards (734)341-6098 leerichards12@yahoo.com Team Info: We are participating in KVBSA, playing 4-5 tournaments and going to play at All-Star Village in Cooperstown, NY in 2013. Team fee $400 per player, plus fundraisers obligations.We practice 1-2 times a week in fall and winter.

Macomb Astros 12U City/Area: Macomb Township and surrounding areas League: MABF Contact: Dave Prestininzi 586.703.1097 dprestininzi@cvs.k12.mi.us Team Info: The Macomb Astros 12U will be playing in the MABF for the 2013 year. We will be traveling to either Myrtle Beach, South Carolina for the Ripken tournament or Cooperstown N.Y.

Macomb Scorpions 12U City/Area: Ray / Washington Twp area League: MABF Contact: scorpionsbaseballboard@gmail.com Team Info: Teams use experienced coaches as well as professional and college instructors to teach young athletes the game of baseball. "It is your boy's sport but the parents hobby, keep it FUN!"

Marine City Maniax 12U City/Area: Marine City / St. Clair and surrounding areas League: MABF Contact: Ryan Felax Evening: (810) 765-5125 Daytime: (810) 841-2925 ryanfelax@gmail.com Team Info: Very solid team looking for players at all positions. Coach is NOT a dad or relation of any player on the team, so the best players stay. Playing in MABF, Finished 19-1 in the B division this year and plan on moving up to the A next year. 3 Local Tournaments plus going to Cooperstown.

Mayhem Baseball 12U City/Area: Burton     Contact: Jim Cummings groundfighter1@hotmail.com Team Info:

Metro Detroit Baseball Club 12U City/Area: Macomb County     Contact: Tim McEvoy (313) 378-8457 metrodetroitbaseball@gmail.com Team Info: The team will receive speed, strength, and skills training by M.C. Athletics LLC. M.C. Athletics LLC. includes trainers from Wayne State University, Stevenson High School, and other local college and high school programs. All offseason training will be done at 2SP in Madison Heights. $200 commitment fee.

Michigan Blue Jays 12U City/Area: Ypsilanti League: KVBSA Contact: michiganbluejays@yahoo.com Team Info: Download the Michigan Blue Jays tryout flyer

Michigan Blue Jays Black 12U City/Area: Ypsilanti League: KVBSA Contact: Jim Stead (734) 730-5440 jrs@unimerco.com Team Info: Michigan Bluejays is an organization dedicated to developing players who seeks a more competitive and serious baseball experience. The Team will play in KVBSA and compete in 6 to 7 weekend tournaments will be a fantastic experience for the players. Indoor practice in our 25,000 sq ft facility is on-going and the team will play a 40 – 50 game schedule (including tournaments) starting in April and playing through July.

Michigan Bulls AAA 12U ean Gallagher 248-427-1819 City/Area: Southeast Michigan League: KVBSA Contact: Chris Thune 248-728-9506 cthune@teksystems.com Team Info: The Michigan Bulls is a top quality organization with indoor facilities and some of the best baseball instructors in SE Michigan. The 12u Michigan Bulls will be playing in the KVBSA and will also play in 6 tournaments throughout the year. The 12u Michigan Bulls will be going to Cooperstown in July to play at the All-Star Village.

Michigan Expos Major 12U Cliff Murray cliffcmsseattle@yahoo.com City/Area: Pontiac / Waterford     Contact: Bill Hallmann bill@hallmanncpa.com Team Info: 2012 11U Disney Elite 32 team is moving to the Michigan Expos Premier training facility for 2013. The Expos are the only training facility in Michigan to offer all three: State of the art indoor batting cages with 4 Iron Mikes; coupled with a field house with 3 indoor practice fields and their own, outdoor baseball fields for games and practices. All are available without additional charge to team members. Players have unlimited access to these facilities, as well as, the Expos Speed and Agility trainer and professional coaches on site. The other Expos teams range from 9U to 18U and beyond, their minor league players will be training at the same facilities and helping out the younger players through the buddy program. There is not a more complete pipe line to the next level than this program. Ideal players should have two years of travel ball experience; we are only carrying 11 players and would like all of them to be able to pitch. We will be playing an all tournament schedule; player fee includes 12 of the highest level tournaments as well as 8 weeks of Fall Ball.

Michigan Expos of the Martin Baseball Group 12U City/Area: Waterford League: NOBF Contact: Ballpark Baseball Academy 248-681-0700 Team Info: The Michigan Expos of the Martin Baseball group are Oakland County's premier baseball organizations. The Martin Baseball Group provides the Michigan Expos with two of Oakland Counties premier training facilities year around: The Ballpark Baseball Academy and the Summit Field house. In addition, the Expos have their own home fields at the newly renovated Diamonds at Jaycee Park in Pontiac, MI The Michigan Expos are staffed by both professional and collegiate coaches/ players and offer private lessons year around.

Michigan Lazers 12U City/Area: Howell / Brighton League: KVBSA Contact: Joey Thorington 734-649-9098 thoring2@gmail.com Team Info: Lazers are affiliated with SWAT Elite Sports in Howell (on Grand River between Howell and Brighton). This winter, the Lazers will practice at SWAT indoor facilities. SWAT Elite Sports professional pitching and hitting trainers will be working with and developing the Lazer’s players. The Lazers provide the advantage of competitive travel baseball with instructional, positive reinforcement. For the 2013 season, we will be playing in the KVBSA league and competing in several local and regional tournaments. Lazers will be going to Cooperstown, once-in-a-lifetime experience!! This is only available for the 12U age group. We intend on playing in a Fall-ball league for those players who are available. Most likely, there will only be double headers on Sundays in the fall.

Michigan Nationals 12U City/Area: Belleville and surrounding areas League: KVBSA Contact: michigannationalsbaseball@gmail.com Team Info:

Michigan Red Sox 12U City/Area: Birmingham, Troy, Royal Oak, Berkley, Pleasant Ridge, Beverley Hills League: NOBF Contact: Kurt Borngesser 248-515-6530 MiRedSoxu12@yahoo.com Team Info: The Red Sox 12U will compete in the North Oakland Baseball Federation as well as 4-5 weekend tournaments for 2013. The team will be active in September and October for practices and begin indoor workouts in January 2013.

Michigan Red Sox (formerly Davison Baseball Club) 12U City/Area: Davison League: GFBL Contact: Curtis Strader (810) 922-4484 miredsox@charter.net Team Info: We will play in the GFBL and attend 3 to 5 tournaments. Fall and winter workouts are currently being coordinated / scheduled.

Michigan Sports Academy - Livingston 12U City/Area: Livingston County League: KVBSA Contact: Coach Karl Kling, Baseball Operations 517-552-9000 coachkling@msa-livingston.com Team Info: Competitive travel program that will play in both league play and Tournaments. Looking for players that love the game and want to grow in our organization. Home field in Brighton/Fowlerville area.

Michigan Strategy 12U City/Area: Any community within 40 mile radius of Dearborn/Dearborn Heights     Contact: Craig Cotter 313-995-8452 craigcotter@michiganstrategy.com Team Info: New competitive teams forming with an indoor facility for winter training. Visit our website at www.michiganstrategy.com to sign up for a tryout. Also very important that parents review the site thoroughly to understand what our organization is all about. Each team will assigned to a travel league, either Northwest Suburban or Kennsington Valley, and play in 4-5 tournaments in June and July

Michigan Wildcats Major 12U City/Area: Downriver     Contact: Gordon Miller gordon@miller-law.net Team Info:

Milan Big Reds 12U City/Area: Milan League: KVBSA Contact: Blue Livingston (734) 474-9097 bluelivingston13@gmail.com Team Info: Our goal is to give the athletes who play on our team the tools to grow as baseball players as well as outstanding citizens. We believe that most lessons that are learned in the athletic arena can be directly related to everyday life. We will work diligently to make sure each player improves in every aspect of their game. We participate in the KVBSA league. The league teams are located in Washtenaw, Livingston, Wayne and Oakland counties. We will play in 4 to 5 weekend tournaments. 3 or 4 of them will be within an hour of Milan, Michigan. Expect 30 to 40 games between league play and our tournaments. We have numerous non-mandatory opportunities for our players to improve their skills throughout the fall and winter months.

Motor City Riversharks 12U City/Area: Canton, Plymouth and surrounding areas League: KVBSA Contact: Bill Boyd 734.718.7782 motorcityriversharks@gmail.com Team Info: The Motor City Riversharks offer a competitive travel baseball program. playing within the KVBSA league. Players must be willing to commit to 40-50 games including weekend and tournament play (April thru July).

NFWB Cobras 12U City/Area: North Farmington/West Bloomfield League: KVBSA Contact: Gary Gal 248-410-2596 gary.gal@sbcglobal.net Team Info: The NFWB 11U (2012 season) Cobras are coming off a very successful season with two finalist appearances and two semi final appearances in ranked tournaments. Also, we finished in the top 5 in the PBA state tournament in Marshall Michigan. The NFWB Cobra travel baseball program is committed to develop players for their respective high school baseball programs. In addition, team is committed to play a high level of competitive travel baseball tournaments in and out of state of Michigan. NFWB is recognized for preparing Cobra players to compete and play at the high school and collegiate level. Team will use the best local resources to enhance the players ability during the off season with resources like, High Performance baseball instructors while training at that facility during the winter The 2013 season promises to be even a better season with the continued philosophy on development and next seasons trip to Cooperstown New York. Coaching Staff: Gary Gal is a former Collegiate baseball player and travel coach for NFWB for the past 7 seasons. Danny Deutsch is a former collegiate baseball player at Kalamazoo College and all state (2009) high school player at North Farmington high school.

North Macomb Reds 12U City/Area: Washington Township / Macomb County League: MABF Contact: Joe Kulczycki jkulc@comcast.net Team Info: We will play in the MABF A Division and compete in several competitive tournaments, including Cooperstown Our practice and home fields are in Washington Township.

Northville Broncos / Mustangs / Stampede 12U City/Area: Northville League: KVBSA Contact: Clint Smith a-csmith@comcast.net Team Info:

Oakland Diamondbacks 12U City/Area: Oakland County League: NOBF Contact: Dan Comeau 586-909-3686 Dancomeau@comcast.net Team Info: We are looking to upgrade our rosters to ensure all teams remain competitive for the 2013 season and beyond. Looking for players and parents that will commit to supporting and helping each team improve and to compete at a high level in both League and Tournament Play.

Oakland Grizzlies 12U City/Area: Oakland County     Contact: Rob McClellan 248-318-9442 bigmac16@comcast.net Team Info: We are a tournament only team. We were formerly associated with the Clarkston Riverdawgs Organization, but left to become an independent and tournament only team this year. Over the past three years we have been very competetive in USSSA tournaments and the NOBF. This team finished first or second in the NOBF the last three years. Our short term goal is to play a competetive schedule against the top teams. The long term goal is to develop our players into good young men and baseball players who respect the game and their opponents.

Oakland Reds 12U City/Area: Farmington Hills / Commerce Twp League: KVBSA Contact: Daniel Smith dksmith4367@sbcglobal.net Team Info:

Oakland Whitecaps 12U City/Area: Commerce/West Bloomfield/Waterford League: NOBF Contact: Frank Vigliarolo whitecaps43@yahoo.com Team Info: The Oakland Whitecaps are celebrating 10 years of success in travel baseball. In 2012 we had 12U, 14U, 16U, and 18U teams. Our 2012 14U team is proud of their 44-11 record over the past 3 years in the NOBF. Our 12U team finished with a winning record of 16-4 in the NOBF for 2012. The Oakland Whitecaps will be adding a 12U team for 2013. This team will participate in NOBF and 6-8 tournaments including Cooperstown.

Patriots Baseball 12U City/Area: Macomb County League: MABF Contact: patriotsbaseballteams@gmail.com Team Info: MABF League, 3-4 tournaments plus Cooperstown in July of 2013.

Pinckney Pirates 12U Todd Koone tkoone@pinckneyball.org City/Area: Pinckney League: KVBSA Contact: Paul Pomo paul_pomo@yahoo.com Team Info: Pirate Travel Baseball participates in the Kensington Valley Baseball & Softball Association (KVBSA) and competes against teams from Livingston, Oakland, Washtenaw, and Wayne Counties. We generally play 30-40 games, which includes 3 or 4 weekend tournaments. While indoor conditioning and practices begin in Dec/Jan, games begin in early April and run through mid-July.

Prime Time Sports Academy Vipers 12U City/Area: Vicksburg/Portage/Kalamazoo     Contact: David Tultz 269-277-1830 call or text dtultz@comcast.net Team Info: We are a fun and hard working team. Team swim parties, etc. Building skills, muscles, relationships and self-esteem. BPA, U12 Bracket 6 Tournaments and Double Header League is likely schedule. Kalamazoo/Galesburg/Battle Creek and Marshall Tournaments primarily. Will end the season near the end of June or beginning of July. Two practices each week in Vicksburg area Tue: 6-8 pm, Batting/Pitching practice at the batting cages of Prime Time Sports Academy. Thu: 6-8 pm, Pitching/Fielding/Strategy practice at area Gym

Primetime Sports Travel Baseball 12U Dave 269-277-1830 City/Area: Kalamazoo area     Contact: Brant Vallier 269-760-9783 Team Info: Affiliated with Primetime Sports Academy at 158 North Kalamazoo Ave, Vicksburg.

SCS Mariners 12U City/Area: St. Clair Shores     Contact: Brad Lack 313-318-2569 lackbrad@gmail.com Team Info:

South Farmington Blues 12U City/Area: Farmington / Farmington Hills League: KVBSA Contact: Pete Finn peter.finn@farmington.k12.mi.us Team Info:

South Lyon Lightning 12U City/Area: South Lyon League: KVBSA Contact: Team Info:

South Lyon Thunder 12U City/Area: South Lyon/Novi and surrounding areas League: KVBSA Contact: Pat McCarthy 248-763-5860 pmm@h2law.com Team Info: The South Lyon Thunder is a 12U travel baseball program looking for competitive ball players for the 2013 season. The mission of the program is to develop talented young players in a fun and competitive atmosphere. The players will learn and apply the principles of teamwork, dedication and sportsmanship while playing the game of baseball at a high level. We will be playing in the open division or highest division of KVBSA league. We will play 18 to 20 league games in 2013. We will play in 4-5 tournaments. Also, the team is going to Cooperstown in July 2012. The season will run from April to mid July. The off-season work outs will begin in January and go to April. The coaching staff will focus on hitting, pitching and most of all defensive skills. The program requires participation in the off-season workouts.

South Oakland A's 12U City/Area: Madison Heights     Contact: David Clark 248-729-3587 southoaklandabaseball@gmail.com Team Info:

Southwest Oakland Warriors 12U City/Area: Commerce Township League: KVBSA Contact: Mike Noon mikenoon@comcast.net Team Info: We will participate in the Kensington Valley Baseball Association and participate in weekend tournaments. The team expects to play in 4 – 6 tournaments for a total of 35 - 45 games starting in April and playing through mid July. The team has applied to be accepted into the Cooperstown tournament. Indoor workouts/training begins in January.

STARZ Baseball 12U 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. Coached by a paid coach NOT a players parent.

Sterling Heights Nationals 12U City/Area: Sterling Heights / Macomb County League: MABF Contact: John Cornwell 313-570-0300 johncornwell68@gmail.com Team Info: This team is re-tooling for the 2013 MABF season and its subsequent trip to Cooperstown. The Nationals went undefeated to win the 2012 Northville Early Bird Tournament. The coaching staff emphasizes fundamentals, hustle on the field and playing the game with passion. Our goal is to prepare all of our young men to make their high school baseball teams. The Nationals practice year round, play 3-4 tournaments per year and provide experienced high school and federation baseball coaches.

Stoney Creek Baseball Club 12U City/Area: Rochester League: NOBF Contact: John Chermside (734) 233-4825 john.chermside@honeywell.com Team Info: Stoney Creek Baseball is based in Rochester and has a tradition of talented players but just as important, great Families for our Team. In the 2013 season we will be continue our philosophies of extensive professional training and development, while playing baseball in a competitive, but also a fun family environment. We will play in the upper division of the NOBF league, in addition to 4-5 team tournaments including a trip to Cooperstown (or the Ripken Experience). Please see our website for more information.

Titans Baseball 12U City/Area: Berkley/Southfield/Beverly Hills/Bingham Farms/Franklin     Contact: Todd Turner todd@t2baseball.com Team Info: The Titans are a tournament-based team. The primary objective of the Titans program is to prepare young players for the high school level. The competition for a high school roster spot is intense and our goal is to see each player in our program in a high school uniform.

Troy Titans 12U City/Area: Troy League: NOBF Contact: Mark Potesta 248-840-4088 mpotesta4@aol.com Team Info: The Titans will play in NOBF league games and 4 competitive tournaments. The team is also participating in a week-long tournament at Cooperstown Dreams Park. The experienced coaching utilizes winter indoor training along with professional baseball trainers to maximize player development The Titans combine teamwork and a competitive spirit with a fun-filled baseball atmosphere.

Vengeance Baseball Club 12U 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.

Warriors Baseball Club 12U City/Area: Southeastern Michigan     Contact: Jim Etzin, General Manager (248) 842-7044 WarriorHQ@aol.com Team Info: This team features two full-time professional "non-parent" coaches, is comprised of players from throughout Southeastern Michigan, practices in Oakland County and competes on a national level. In 2012, the team has compiled a 50-15 record, won five tournaments, finished second in two others and will be competing in the USSSA Elite Major World Series. Due to our 501c3 not-for-profit status and extraordinarily generous sponsors, families within the organization are only required to pay a one-time player participation fee of $500. Expenses such as coaching salaries, facility rental, uniforms, equipment and tournament registration fees (including Cooperstown Dreams Park) are paid by the club.

Waterford Angels 12U City/Area: The Waterford Angels are an established team in the NOBF (North Oakland Baseball Federation) and will also be entering 4 or more tournaments. League: NOBF Contact: Tom James (248) 563-1513 waterfordangels@yahoo.com Team Info: We will be playing in an indoor winter league, and indoor training throughout the winter. We are looking for dedicated players and families.

West Michigan Black Sox 12U City/Area: Kalamazoo     Contact: Jim McCarthy 269-870-7605 westmiblacksox@aol.com Team Info: Our mission is to teach our players to have confidence, knowledge of the game and the skills to play like a champion. The team will compete in the following tournament schedule including the 12U Cooperstown tournament the week of July 26th. USSSA West Michigan Classic (April 27th), BPA Battle Creek Blast (May 4th), USSSA Great Lakes AA Challenge (May 18th), BPA West Michigan Classic (May 31st), USSSA Lakeside Challenge (June 8th) USSSA AA State Tournament (June 21st), BPA State Tournament (June 28th), and BPA World Series (July 17th) Additionally, the team will compete in a double header league in May and June (Tuesday or Thursday nights). Program includes off-season indoor training. Professional trainers are available (optional). Team practices will be held in the Kalamazoo Area.

West Michigan Outlaws 12U City/Area: Grand Rapids     Contact: Marc Uturo (616) 890-8322 wmoutlawsbaseball@gmail.com Team Info:   Coaching Staff: Head Coach: Mike Light

West Michigan Warriors 12U City/Area: Grand Rapids     Contact: Doug Helder WestMiWarriors@gmail.com Team Info: West Michigan Warriors is a competitive travel baseball team dedicated to raising strong men of God, and serving those in need. We teach fundamental, competitive baseball in a family friendly environment. Warriors players participate in mission based activities in addition to baseball games and tournaments. We are fully aware and sensitive to the time commitments involved in travel baseball. We make every effort to balance this out with the mission based activities that the team participates in. We feel that these activities benefit the players, the team, the parents of the players, and of course the people we are serving. Primary Goals of West Michigan Warriors: -Teach players how to become strong men of God -Teach players how to become leaders -Promote courageous behavior - Serving others- missions, serving teammates, serving own families - Representing our faith in Jesus through all actions- on and off the field - Developing a strong work ethic - Appreciation for the position in life that they have been given - Learn how to be a fierce competitor and a Christian at the same time - Encourage players to read the Bible and pray daily

West Oakland Wings 12U City/Area: Milford, White Lake and surrounding areas/Oakland County League: KVBSA Contact: Jeremy Krol, Program Director 248.830.2307 (cell) jkrol@jktwings.com Team Info: Team plans to play in the KVBSA league and tournaments. Our program includes an off season training program.

West Portage Wizards 12U City/Area: Portage     Contact: David Verduzco 269-903-7355 Team Info:

Whitmore Lake Trojans 12U City/Area: Washtenaw, Livingston and Oakland County League: KVBSA Contact: Dave Flynn davewlbaseball@gmail.com Team Info: Our goal is to provide a safe productive environment enabling children to learn & apply the principles of teamwork, discipline, dedication, and sportsmanship. If you tried out out for another club and did not make it, come check us out! Whitmore lake is central to many communties. Participation in our teams are open to any child in the Washtenaw Livingston and Oakland County Area. Whitmore Lake Travel Baseball participates in the Kensington Valley Baseball & Softball Association (KVBSA) and compete against teams from Livingston, Oakland, Washtenaw, and Wayne Counties. We generally play 25-30 games, which includes 1-2 weekend tournaments. Indoor conditioning and practices begin in early January in Whitmore Lake, and games begin in early April and run through mid-July.

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Ann Arbor A's Green 13U City/Area: Ann Arbor League: KVBSA Contact: Tim Force tforce65@gmail.com Team Info: The 2012 Ann Arbor A’s 12U Green Team finished the season 20-16 despite several key injuries. The AA A’s Green team won 1 tournament, and finishing in 2nd place in the year end KVBSA Advanced Division Tournament. We will continue to play in the Advanced Division for the 13U 2013 season. We will also participate in 4-6 tournaments. Total games played will be between 35-45. We have a very strong foundation with core values around playing the game the right way, and we will be focusing next season on individual development starting in January. The coaching staff is looking to add players capable of pitching and fielding multiple positions. Travel experience is preferred, but not required.

Avery Baseball Academy 13U City/Area: Orion Twp     Contact: Chris Avery AveryBaseballAcademy@yahoo.com Team Info: For over 20 years, former Oakland U head baseball coach Mark Avery has trained and coached many young men who have enjoyed successful high school, college, and pro baseball careers. Mark has now expanded his academy and has established a U13 team that, in 2013, will compete in league play, U13 league play, all major 13U tournaments and a season ending World Series. The manager, Chris Avery, has coached and played at all levels of baseball, including professionally. Off-season training will be conducted by former and current collegiate baseball players. The primary focus will be player development. The instruction will be highly technical and develop each player’s physical skill, as well as their mental understanding and approach to baseball. This team is for players who are committed to playing baseball beyond high school and are willing to engage the challenges that are involved in achieving that goal. If you have questions in advance, send them to AveryBaseballAcademy@yahoo.com.

Bjerke Baseball Phantoms 13U City/Area: Oakland County League: KVBSA Contact: Scott Bjerke scott@bjerkebaseball.com Team Info: Bjerke Travel Baseball is a new organization that has been training and coaching players for the last 10 years. We have decided to establish and Coach our own teams. We are seeking the serious Travel player who wants a more competitive baseball experience. Players must be willing to commit to 5-6 weekend tournaments, league play outside the community, and play a maximum of 40 games per season (April through July). All Winter training will be conducted at Oakland Yard Athletics in Waterford. The training will take place in the 72,000 sq. ft. Main Dome. Teams will be comprised of qualified players selected by tryout. All positions are available. Team will consist of Oakland County residents.

Bloomfield Sting 13U City/Area: Bloomfield Hills     Contact: Donald Rump (248) 910-0045 bblsting9900@yahoo.com Team Info:

Brighton Bulldogs 13U City/Area: Brighton League: KVBSA Contact: Mike Baitinger 586-943-0196 mbaitinger@yahoo.com Team Info: All players selected for a team will pay a fee of $400 to cover the cost of uniforms, field maintenance and prep, insurance, gym fees for off season training, fundraising, league fees and umpire fees. Players may also be asked to take part in additional fundraising activities. We participate in the Kensington Valley Baseball Association and play teams from Livingston, Oakland, Washtenaw and Wayne Counties and participate in weekend tournaments throughout the state. Travel teams play a 30 – 40 game schedule (including tournaments) starting in early April and playing into July.

Canton Cardinals 13U City/Area: Canton League: KVBSA Contact: Alan Zidzik l.zidzik@sbcglobal.net Team Info: Canton Cardinals Travel Baseball is designed to attract the player who seeks a more competitive and serious baseball experience. Players must be willing to commit to 3-7 weekend tournaments (possibly out of state or a week long), league play outside the community, and play a maximum of 50 games per season (April through July). The Canton Cardinals are also committed to preserving high level competition in the travel baseball community. Teams will be comprised of qualified players selected by tryout. Teams and coaches are evaluated yearly. Team will consist of Plymouth / Canton residents. Players must live in Plymouth, Canton, or attend a school in the Plymouth Canton district. Under certain circumstances, a maximum of 2 non-resident players will be allowed.

Complete Baseball 13U City/Area: Kalamazoo, Schoolcraft, Plainwell     Contact: Coach Matt Baker 269-870-3625 coachbaker5@gmail.com Team Info: This is the second year of Complete Baseball.

Coughlin Cubs 13U City/Area: Macomb County League: MABF Contact: Art Dudal 586-864-0909 art.dudal1966@hotmail.com Team Info: Team will play in MABF and 3 - 4 tournaments. Coaching Staff: Coach Art Dudal has coached more than 25 years at the amatuer level he has served at the collegiate level as a head coach/ hitting instructor and pitching coach. Since 1989, Dudal has had more than 40 players go on to play college baseball and 4 that signed professional contracts with Major League Baseball.

Dearborn Heights Diamondbacks 13U City/Area: Dearborn Heights     Contact: Pat Succurro 313-350-7669 rmstwins@yahoo.com Team Info:

Detroit Dreamers 13U City/Area: Lincoln Park League: KVBSA Contact: Jose Vela 313-220-2238 myriamvela@sbcglobal.net Team Info: We train in the winter with indoor facilities. 8 - 10 tournament USSSA, Wolves Tournaments and KVBSA.

Detroit Metro Stars 13U City/Area: Shelby Township     Contact: Mark Saraceno 586-242-9772 mkmsara@sbcglobal.net Team Info: Looking for 4 or 5 quality players

Downriver Demons 13U City/Area: Wyandotte     Contact: Shawn Webster downriverdemons@yahoo.com Team Info: We have been involved in travel baseball for 6 years now. All coaches have travel baseball experience and we have sent all players to play school baseball. The Downriver Demons are an organization who takes pride in preparing kids to play baseball at the highest levels. All of our players make middle school teams and High school teams. We start training in November with conditioning being the main focus, then start hitting and throwing in January. We are looking for kids that are commited to baseball, and really enjoy learning and playing the game.

Downriver Raiders 13U City/Area: Riverview     Contact: Dave Gubbini 734-377-7737 dbg426@hotmail.com Team Info: We are an organization that has there own fields and indoor practice facility. The Raider teams play between 5 and 8 tournaments each year and play in a travel league during the week as well.

Downriver Vipers 13U City/Area: Allen Park / Downriver League: NWSL Contact: Jerry Zieminski jollyman406@hotmail.com Team Info: Downriver Vipers, New 13U AA Travel Baseball Team based out of Allen Park. Our mission is to provide a learning environment that teaches fundamentals, discipline, teamwork & sportsmanship to players looking to take their game to the next level. We will compete in Suburban League (http://www.eteamz.com/nwsleaguemich/ ) for league play & USSSA sanctioned tournaments (http://www.usssabaseball.org/ ) This team is for players who are willing to work hard, compete and be a part of a team that has a passion for the game. Our players will be held to a high level code of ethics both on and off of the field. The team will be led by an experienced coaching staff. Don’t miss out on this great opportunity to be part of this organization. Coaching Staff: Head Coach: Jerry Zieminski Asst. Head Coach: Ted Cullinan

Farmington Hills Mud Hens 13U City/Area: Farmington Hills and surrounding areas League: KVBSA Contact: Steve Bean 248-426-0609 fhmudhens@yahoo.com Team Info: 4th year team. Team will play in 11 tournaments. Team will be attending the Beach Blast at Ripken Baseball in Myrtle Beach.

Fenton Crush Travel Baseball 13U City/Area: Fenton - Genesee County League: GFBL Contact: FentonCrushTravelBaseball@gmail.com Team Info: Crush will play in the Greater Flint Baseball League and travel for tournaments.

Fenton Tigers Travel Baseball 13U City/Area: Fenton League: KVBSA Contact: Mike Miller natamikey@sbcglobal.net Team Info: Our goal is to provide a safe productive environment enabling children to learn & apply the principles of teamwork, discipline, dedication, and sportsmanship through an advanced level of play. We facilitate the development of strength and character in every child that participates. Participation in our teams are open to any boy in the Fenton metro area. We compete in the KVBSA and will play in 4 to 6 tournaments. We also provide a comprehensive offseason training program.

FJBA Fusion 13U City/Area: Fowlerville League: KVBSA Contact: Michael Hubert, FJBA President 517-521-2060 wolfstonewoodworking@yahoo.com Team Info: FJBA teams compete in the most competitive divisions of the Mason Pony League and KVBSA. Each team competes in at least three weekend tournaments each season. The Fowlerville Junior Baseball Association (FJBA) is a non-profit, volunteer organization that believes players realize many benefits from its travel baseball program. Benefits include learning baseball fundamentals, improving physical fitness, enhancing self confidence, developing respect for others, learning to value teamwork and contributing to a team effort. In addition to developing good sportsmanship,learning how to win and to deal effectively with losing, making new friends, and enjoying the great game of baseball.

Grand Blanc Travel Baseball 13U City/Area: Grand Blanc League: GFBL Contact: Visit our website for more information Team Info: The Grand Blanc Travel Baseball Association was created to provide a higher level of competition for talented and motivated area baseball players. Players with a commitment to the improvement of their skills in a team focused environment. More information can be found in our Parent and Player Handbook

Great Lake Cyclones Baseball Club 13U City/Area: Genesse County / Flint / Carman Ainsworth     Contact: Larry Green (810) 252-6344 larrygreen009@comcast.net 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!

Grossi Baseball 13U Joe Lucas 810-730-2987 joe_safeway@msn.com City/Area: Genessee County League: KVBSA Contact: Bobby Grossi 810-820-1537 grossigang@aol.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.

Gull Lake Storm 13U City/Area: Richland     Contact: Bill Money 269-629-4290 moneys7714@sbcglobal.net Team Info: The Gull Lake Storm 13U team is a competitive travel team in it’s second year. We won a Gold/Silver BPA tournament in our first year and made the championship game in the Grand Haven, MI tournament. We will target 8 tournaments and will play in a local double header league (we played in Battle Creek in 2012). Coach Money believes in teaching sound fundamentals and developing players for high school. Above all else, we believe in developing young men with strong character and values. Bill Money, Head Coach Coaching Staff: Brian Beale, Assistant Coach

Hartland Eagles 13U City/Area: Hartland League: KVBSA Contact: Mark Ehgotz 248-763-0254 nehgotz@gmail.com Team Info: HAYAA Baseball/Softball offers a competitive travel program. We participate in KVBSA and play teams from Livingston, Oakland, Washtenaw and Wayne Counties. Also, we participate in weekend tournaments throughout the state (the number of tournaments is at the coach's discretion). Indoor practices start in January and team will play a 30 - 50 game schedule from early April through the end of July. Coming off a successful 2012 season, we have (2) open roster spots. We can take up to (2) boys outside of Hartland. We have a very solid competitive core of (9) boys and looking to add (2) more. We will participate in the advanced or open division for 2013.

Howell Hawks 13U City/Area: Howell League: KVBSA Contact: Todd Breault 734-645-9813 howellhawks@gmail.com Team Info:

Howell Highlanders 13U City/Area: Howell and surrounding communities League: KVBSA Contact: Darin Daugard 517-304-1345 darin.daugard@att.net Team Info: Part of the Howell Area Junior Baseball Association (HAJBA) Travel Baseball Program. Our mission is to provide players with higher skill levels and commitment the opportunity to compete against players from other communities with similar skill levels. Our travel teams are designed for those kids that really love the game of baseball, and are excited to put in the extra time and effort needed to take their baseball skills to the “next” level. We will compete in the KVBSA and will play in 4 to 6 tournaments. We also provide a comprehensive off-season training program.

Howell Warriors 13U City/Area: Howell League: KVBSA Contact: Darin Daugard 517-304-1345 darin.daugard@att.net Team Info:

Huron Valley Patriots 13U City/Area: Milford, Highland, White-Lake, Commerce League: KVBSA Contact: Paul Dreslinski 248 343 7233 pnd@qad.com Team Info: The team will be participating in 5-7 tournaments including 2 out of town tournaments, one being early in April and the other in June (Myrtle Beech – Cal Ripken). We play in the Open Division of the KVBSA and will continue to do so next year (2013).

Lapeer Outlaws 13U Assistant Coach Bill Taylor bltaylor5@hotmail.com Manager Dan Rowley 810.614.2837 danny.jack11@yahoo.com City/Area: Lapeer League: GFBL Contact: Head Coach Don Roehl 810.358.8445 dgroehl@netzero.net Team Info:

LCB Legends 13U City/Area: Commerce Twp League: KVBSA Contact: lcbbaseball@gmail.com Team Info: LCB Legends had 12 teams in 2012 with multiple teams in each age group ranging from Community, Advanced and Open divisions.

Livonia Panthers 13U City/Area: Livonia League: KVBSA Contact: Mike Williams 734-812-1165 mwms9872@gmail.com Team Info: Panthers will play KVBSA Community & 2 tournaments.

Macomb Astros 13U City/Area: Macomb Township and surrounding areas League: MABF Contact: Dave Prestininzi 586.703.1097 dprestininzi@cvs.k12.mi.us Team Info: The Macomb Astros 13U will be playing in the MABF for the 2013 year. We are a first year team looking for all positions.

Macomb Hurricanes 13U City/Area: Macomb League: MABF Contact: Steve Kathan styck19@yahoo.com Team Info:

Macomb Panthers 13U City/Area: Macomb & Oakland Counties League: MABF Contact: Mike Froude froude@wowway.com Team Info: For 2013, the 13U Macomb Panthers will be competing in MABF and select tournaments.

Macomb Scorpions 13U City/Area: Ray / Washington Twp area League: MABF Contact: scorpionsbaseballboard@gmail.com Team Info: Teams use experienced coaches as well as professional and college instructors to teach young athletes the game of baseball. "It is your boy's sport but the parents hobby, keep it FUN!"

Metro Detroit Baseball Club 13U City/Area: Macomb County League: MABF Contact: Tim McEvoy (313) 378-8457 metrodetroitbaseball@gmail.com Team Info: The team will receive speed, strength, and skills training by M.C. Athletics LLC. M.C. Athletics LLC. includes trainers from Wayne State University, Stevenson High School, and other local college and high school programs. All offseason training will be done at 2SP in Madison Heights.

Michigan Batbusters 13U City/Area: Shelby Twp League: MABF Contact: Chuck Sefcovic csef2013@gmail.com Team Info: Sponsored by Extra Innings, Wilson/DeMarini the Batbusters Baseball Program is built from a rock solid foundation with state of the art training and facilities. The 2013 13U Batbusters is not a start-up team! We our comprised of seven experienced Fed Baseball players and are looking to fill out the remainder of the roster. We're looking for athletic, competitive individuals who are as passionate for the game of baseball as we are. Our experienced and dedicated coaching staff is focused on developing our players through structured training and mechanics while ultimately preparing them for the next level and beyond. The 2013 13U Batbusters will be competing in the MABF and local/travel tournaments. Some Tournaments we will be attending: 2013 Kings Island Baseball Invitational, 2012 Michigan Batbuster Tournament, and Misc. AA, AAA local tournaments.

Michigan Blue Jays 13U City/Area: Ypsilanti League: KVBSA Contact: michiganbluejays@yahoo.com Team Info: Download the Michigan Blue Jays tryout flyer

Michigan Blue Jays Black 13U City/Area: Ypsilanti League: KVBSA Contact: Keith Vaughn 313-510-8269 klvaughn5@comcast.net Team Info: This is a newly formed team with the MI Blue Jay baseball club. We are playing in the 'Advanced' division of KVBSA. We will play in at least 6-tournaments, one is planned to be overnight.

Michigan Bulldogs 13U City/Area: Livonia League: KVBSA Contact: Scott Coughlin scott.coughlin@yahoo.com Team Info: We are a 2nd year team in need of filling some open roster spots for the 2013 season. We will participate in the KVBSA for league play (approx. 20 games). We will play in 3 or 4 SW Michigan weekend tournaments (12-16 games). We will play in 1 out-of-state tournament requiring overnight stay - Likely Ripken Aberdeen or Myrtle Beach (3-4 days, 4-8 games). Indoor practices will start in January and the game schedule runs from early April through mid-July. We focus on refining fundamental baseball skills, developing a strong team chemistry through teamwork, and demand the highest level of sportsmanship.

Michigan Expos of the Martin Baseball Group 13U City/Area: Waterford League: NOBF Contact: Ballpark Baseball Academy 248-681-0700 Team Info: The Michigan Expos of the Martin Baseball group are Oakland County's premier baseball organizations. The Martin Baseball Group provides the Michigan Expos with two of Oakland Counties premier training facilities year around: The Ballpark Baseball Academy and the Summit Field house. In addition, the Expos have their own home fields at the newly renovated Diamonds at Jaycee Park in Pontiac, MI The Michigan Expos are staffed by both professional and collegiate coaches/ players and offer private lessons year around.

Michigan Inferno 13U City/Area: Oakland / Macomb Counties League: MATBL Contact: Brian Halteman brizengin@wowway.com Team Info: Oakland Wildcats 2012 AA NOBF Champs and Michigan Inferno are forming another competitive U13 team. The Michigan Inferno is a well established college showcase program that works to get high school players an oportunity to play at the next level. We have teamed up with the 2012 Oakland Wildcats program to help develop players and get them ready for High School. For many it may be a scary thought but High School is less than 2 years away. Are you ready to contribute?

Michigan Mustangs 13U Sean Hanoian – Asst Coach/Manager 734-709-9224 shanoian@yahoo.com Aaron Campbell – Asst Coach 734-657-4578 aacamp@umich.edu City/Area: Washtenaw, Wayne, Livingston, Jackson Counties and surrounding areas     Contact: Tucker Steele – Head Coach 734-216-5737 tomakatucker@yahoo.com Team Info: 4th year team will play in 11 to 12 weekend tournaments. 1 to 2 tournaments will be out of town. Our program is highly focused on the development of baseball skills that translate into success for the season. We have a winter training program that starts in December and runs to the beginning of the season. Practice will be one weeknight during the season. We have a knowledgeable coaching staff that has been coaching in this area for several years. Our coaches have experience at the travel, high school and division one collegiate level. We focus on playing the game the right way and have a successful track record. We are looking to build on a strong 2012 season and to add to a solid core of returning players.

Michigan Nationals 13U City/Area: Belleville and surrounding areas League: KVBSA Contact: michigannationalsbaseball@gmail.com Team Info:

Michigan Nationals Elite 13U City/Area: Belleville and surrounding areas League: KVBSA Contact: Tim White 734-796-3892 tigr_white@yahoo.com Team Info: The Nationals 13u Elite team is looking for the top players who want to take their game to the next level. Team will have endless instruction and training at our own indoor facility Michigan Nationals Sports Center-THE INDOOR- We will play in KVBSA open division and 10-12 tournaments this season. The team will be built to compete at the national level, our goal is a spot in the Elite 32 at Disney. We will be going to the Super NITs in Georgia, Tenn, Carolina, Ohio, and Michigan. Team takes a huge commitment and dedication from both player and parents.

Michigan Rangers 13U City/Area: Macomb Twp League: MABF Contact: Dave Korchmar 586 925 1981 Team Info: Looking to add 4 or 5 player to complete our roster. MABF and 5 tournaments plus Ripken.

Michigan Red Sox (Ziegler) 13U City/Area: Birmingham/Bloomfield League: NOBF Contact: Rick Ziegler 248-980-7740 rziegler@palmerholland.com Team Info: Our team is all about having some serious FUN learning how to play winning baseball: Winning is important but secondary to learning. We are going to try to win every game and we are going to strive to learn every time we take the field.

Michigan Sports Academy - Livingston 13U City/Area: Livingston County     Contact: Coach Karl Kling, Baseball Operations 517-552-9000 coachkling@msa-livingston.com Team Info: Competitive travel program that will play in both league play and Tournaments. Looking for players that love the game and want to grow in our organization. Home field in Brighton/Fowlerville area.

Michigan Strategy 13U City/Area: Any community within 40 mile radius of Dearborn/Dearborn Heights     Contact: Craig Cotter 313-995-8452 craigcotter@michiganstrategy.com Team Info: New competitive teams forming with an indoor facility for winter training. Visit our website at www.michiganstrategy.com to sign up for a tryout. Also very important that parents review the site thoroughly to understand what our organization is all about. Each team will assigned to a travel league, either Northwest Suburban or Kennsington Valley, and play in 4-5 tournaments in June and July

Michigan Wildcats AAA 13U City/Area: Wayne County League: NWSL Contact: Mike Chabot 313 461 2846 mchabot1973@gmail.com Team Info: The 12U Michigan Wildcats won the Canton AA State tournament and will now move forward into the AAA division next season. Wildcat teams will practice starting in the fall through winter in one of southeast Michigan's premier state of the art indoor facilities. The Wildcat Den is exclusively for the Michigan Wildcat Travel Baseball teams. The team will practice 2x a week in the facility and 1 day a week with a strength and conditioning coach. The team plans to play up in the 14U division of the NWSL and play in 8-10 premier tournaments next season and challenge the players to perform to the best of their abilities.

Michigan Young Guns 13U City/Area: Lapeer County     Contact: Jason Revoldt 810-706-0297 coachjasonyoungguns@gmail.com Team Info:

Mid Michigan Bandits 13U City/Area: Genesee County / Mid Michigan League: GFBL Contact: Jeremy Good (810) 614-7993 coachgood@midmichiganbandits.com Team Info: Team will compete in the Greater Flint Baseball League and also play in 6-8 highly competitive tournaments, 1-2 of which will be out of state. 50+ total games (including scrimmages). Our TEAM focus is on developing quality young men into highly skilled Baseball Players. We use positive reinforcement while providing a competitive, challenging and fun environment to develop and hone their skills. We are looking for highly motivated players that want to learn and play the great game of baseball at a high level . Players that are willing to put in the hard work that is necessary to achieve our TEAM goals. Fall Baseball will be offered beginning September 9, 2012. (Non-mandatory but highly suggested.) Winter indoor workouts will begin January 1st. (Non mandatory but highly suggested.) Spring practices for all players will begin March 1st, 2013. (Mandatory) "Winners Train...Losers Complain"

Milan Red Barons 13U City/Area: Milan and surrounding area League: KVBSA Contact: Tim Garbo Garbss8@Yahoo.com Team Info: The mission of the team is to develop talented young players in a fun and competitive atmosphere. The players will learn and apply the principles of teamwork, dedication and sportsmanship while playing the game of baseball at a high level. The team will compete in the KVBSA league and participate in 4-5 additional tournaments during the 2013 season. The team will play 35-45 games (including tournaments) from early April through July. Our program includes an off-season indoor training program that begins after Jan 6, 2013.

Motor City Bulldogs 13U City/Area: Metro Detroit League: KVBSA Contact: Mark McKay 313-475-8169 mcbulldogs13u@aol.com Team Info: Team will play in the KVBSA and compete in 5 to 6 tournaments. 1 to 2 tournaments will be out of town. Indoor winter training starting in January.

Motor City Raptors 13U City/Area: Oakland and Wayne County League: KVBSA Contact: Steve Meyers 248-207-5598 motorcityraptors@gmail.com Team Info: We participate in the Kensington Valley Baseball Association and play teams from Livingston, Oakland, Washtenaw and Wayne Counties. Advanced League: KVBSA 18 to 20 Games. Also, we participate in weekend tournaments throughout the state. Advanced Division Tournaments: 6 to 8. Our dedicated coaching staff is focused on developing our players through structured training while ultimately preparing them for the next level and beyond. Total Sports Indoor Winter Training Facility. Strength, velocity and muscle development coaching. All of our players will receive performance athletic training and fitness coaching designed by a award winning, nationally recognized trainer. Professional core-body work out instruction in MMA training facility by professional instructor. Join the almost 500 following us on facebook: http://www.facebook.com/motorcity.raptors Coaching Staff: Coaching staff includes a current High school coach and former Michigan State University catcher along with a dedicated coaching staff with several years of experience.

Motor City Riversharks 13U City/Area: Canton, Plymouth and surrounding areas League: KVBSA Contact: Bill Boyd 734.718.7782 motorcityriversharks@gmail.com Team Info: The Motor City Riversharks offer a competitive travel baseball program. playing within the KVBSA league. Players must be willing to commit to 40-50 games including weekend and tournament play (April thru July). The 13u Riversharks will be attending the Disney International Salute to Baseball in July.

Northville Broncos / Mustangs / Stampede 13U City/Area: Northville League: KVBSA Contact: Mike Granzatto scottieandmatt@yahoo.com Team Info:

Northville Cubs 13U City/Area: Northville League: KVBSA Contact: Jim Marshall 248.348.3981 jim@northvillebaseball.com Team Info: The Cubs are a fourth year team that competes in the KVBSA travel league’s advanced division. The Cubs finished this season in second place with an 11-6-1 record. The Cubs also went 4-2 in pool play at Cooperstown Dreams Park. The Cubs play between 50 and 60 games April through July, consisting of about 18 league games, eight weekend tournaments and scrimmages. We also hold indoor winter training sessions beginning in January. More than 90 percent of the Cubs team has been together for three years. We are devoted to creating a fun and focused environment for kids to play baseball and prepare for high school ball if that is their desire.

Oakland Owls 13U City/Area: Troy / Oakland County League: NOBF Contact: Don Wagberg 248-840-1566 owls@wowway.com Team Info: Second-year NOBF team. Twenty-plus league games, 3 tournaments.

Oakland Reds 13U City/Area: Farmington Hills / Commerce Twp League: KVBSA Contact: Daniel Smith dksmith4367@sbcglobal.net Team Info:

Oakland Whitecaps 13U City/Area: Commerce/West Bloomfield/Waterford League: NOBF Contact: Frank Vigliarolo whitecaps43@yahoo.com Team Info: The Oakland Whitecaps 13U were runners up of the U12 NOBF Pee Wee Reese AA Division for the 2012 season with a record in the NOBF of 16 - 4. We have played in several open and AA tournaments and also participated in Cooperstown in 2012 with some success. We will be moving to the NOBF (middle division) of the Sandy Koufax 13U division for 2013 season and will also compete in 6 – 8 tournaments with 1 -2 being out of state. We are currently looking to improve our already solid roster by adding experienced players. We are also in need of additional pitching depth.

Oakland Wildcats 13U City/Area: Oakland County / Rochester League: NOBF Contact: Dennis Propson 248.420.2690 OaklandWildcatBaseball@gmail.com Team Info: The 2013 Wildcats will compete in the NOBF AAA division and play in 8 tournaments including a USSSA NIT and other very competitive tournaments. We'll also field a very competitive fall ball team and play in a challenging, double-header, Saturday fall league and also play in 3 tournaments. Fall team participation is encouraged, not required. The team enjoyed a very successful season finishing 1st in our division, we received a berth in the AABC State Tournament and played for 3 tournament championships while winning 2. We are a team known for fast and aggressive play, very sound fundamentals and we balance winning with having fun. We are known for developing players, especially pitchers. We are searching for very dedicated baseball players who will work hard to improve. We play fast, we play hard, we make no excuses. Join us. Visit our website to learn more.

Pinckney Pirates 13U Todd Koone tkoone@pinckneyball.org City/Area: Pinckney League: KVBSA Contact: Paul Pomo paul_pomo@yahoo.com Team Info: Pirate Travel Baseball participates in the Kensington Valley Baseball & Softball Association (KVBSA) and competes against teams from Livingston, Oakland, Washtenaw, and Wayne Counties. We generally play 30-40 games, which includes 3 or 4 weekend tournaments. While indoor conditioning and practices begin in Dec/Jan, games begin in early April and run through mid-July.

Player's Edge Sluggers 13U City/Area: Oakland County League: NOBF Contact: blue9649@yahoo.com Team Info: The Team will be coached by a NON PARENT Head Coach and receive extensive training from the professionals at the Players Edge. Among the professionals at Player's Edge is Chris Newell, associate scout for the New York Yankees who has trained more than 100 players who have gone on to play college baseball. Players on the team are generally from the Waterford, Bloomfield Hills, Auburn Hills area. The team will play a mix of NOBF and local tournaments.

Plymouth Lightning 13U City/Area: Plymouth-Canton League: KVBSA Contact: Jeff Walters 734-756-0793 walters.jeff@gmail.com Team Info: Team will play KVBSA league play along with tournaments.

Primetime Sports Travel Baseball 13U City/Area: Kalamazoo area     Contact: Donnie Yant 269-760-0643 DYant20@Yahoo.com Team Info: Affiliated with Primetime Sports Academy at 158 North Kalamazoo Ave, Vicksburg.

South Farmington Blues 13U City/Area: Farmington / Farmington Hills League: KVBSA Contact: Tom Downs tomdidowns@aol.com Team Info: South Farmington Blues 13u will participate in the KVBSA for league play (approx. 20 games). We will play in 5 or 6 weekend tournaments. With one outstate tournament in Ohio. We practice/scrimmage throughout the fall on Sundays. We will practice throughout the winter indoors on Sunday evenings.

South Lyon Lightning 13U City/Area: South Lyon League: KVBSA Contact: Team Info:

South Lyon Thunder 13U City/Area: South Lyon League: KVBSA Contact: Team Info:

South Lyon Thunder Elite 13U City/Area: South Lyon League: KVBSA Contact: Frank (Cheech) Aloisio, Head Coach 734-620-1761 cgaloisio@aol.com Team Info: South Lyon Thunder Elite Travel Baseball is designed to attract the player who seeks a more competitive and serious baseball experience. The Team will play in KVBSA and compete in 6 to 7 weekend tournaments will be a fantastic experience for the players. Indoor practice starts in December and the team will play a 40 – 50 game schedule (including tournaments) starting in early April and playing through the end of July. If selected, players will pay a team fee to cover the cost of uniforms, field playing time, insurance, gym fees for off season training, league and tournament fees, and umpire fees, Players and families will be asked to take part in additional fund raising. No Residency Restriction

South Oakland A's 13U City/Area: Madison Heights     Contact: David Clark 248-729-3587 southoaklandabaseball@gmail.com Team Info: The South Oakland A's have had 4 former players drafted and have 76 players that are either playing college baseball or are committed coming out of high school.

Southfield Cardinals 13U Mike Abney 248-350-3841 (H) 248-225-6674 (C) southfieldcardinals@ymail.com City/Area: Tri County     Contact: Eric Holloway 248-850-6453 ezdiamond11@gmail.com Team Info: Southfield Cardinals is an official 501C3 baseball organization that has been providing baseball fundamentals for well over a decade. We continue to challenge the players and parents by continuing to compete in increasingly competitive environments. The Cardinal's 13U team will be an all travel team playing in some very competitive tournaments in and out of state. These tournaments are due to the players increasing getting better as individuals and also as a team, winning the league championship the last 2 years. We are looking to attract players who seek a more competitive baseball experience. Players must be willing to commit to weekend tournaments (out of state and week long), league play outside the community, and playing as many as 50+ games per season - Apr to early Aug. We will play in 6 to 10 tournaments including USSSA open tournaments and other high level sanctioned tournaments. Training begins Dec and includes pro hitting, pitching, and catching lessons from current and past major league coaches, and past major, minor league and division 1 players.

Southwest Oakland Warriors 13U City/Area: Commerce Township League: KVBSA Contact: Dan Cohen dcohen@mi-worklaw.com Team Info:

Troy Bulldogs 13U City/Area: Oakland / Macomb Counties League: NOBF Contact: Dave Scillion 248-854-0487 Skill133@yahoo.com Team Info: NOBF league play plus 3 tournaments

Vengeance Baseball Club 13U 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.

Warriors Baseball Club 13U City/Area: Southeastern Michigan     Contact: Jim Etzin, General Manager (248) 842-7044 WarriorHQ@aol.com Team Info: This team features two full-time professional "non-parent" coaches, is comprised of players from throughout Southeastern Michigan, practices in Oakland County and competes on a national level. In 2012, this team finished 44-24, won one tournament, came in 5th at Cooperstown Dreams Park and made the semi-finals in eight other events. Due to our 501c3 not-for-profit status and extraordinarily generous sponsors, families within the organization are only required to pay a one-time player participation fee of $500. Expenses such as coaching salaries, facility rental, uniforms, equipment and tournament registration fees are paid by the club.

West Michigan Outlaws 13U City/Area: Grand Rapids     Contact: Marc Uturo (616) 890-8322 wmoutlawsbaseball@gmail.com Team Info:   Coaching Staff: Head Coach: Marc Uturo

West Oakland Wings 13U City/Area: Milford, White Lake and surrounding areas/Oakland County League: KVBSA Contact: Jeremy Krol, Program Director 248.830.2307 (cell) jkrol@jktwings.com Team Info: Team plans to play in the KVBSA league and tournaments. Our program includes an off season training program.

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Ann Arbor A's Gold 14U City/Area: Ann Arbor League: KVBSA Contact: Dave Diebold djdtlb2@comcast.net Team Info: Compete in KVBSA Open Division. Will play 8 - 10 tournaments with 2 - 3 tournaments requiring overnight stay with a possible 4 -6 day season ending tournament. Indoor training begins in January 2013

Ann Arbor A's Green 14U City/Area: Ann Arbor League: KVBSA Contact: Mike Horning 734-846-9984 mhorning@2020comm.com Team Info: The A's 14U Green team plans to participate in the KVBSA Advanced Conference, Early 54x80 Division. We also intend to introduce games at 60x90 during the latter part of our schedule. Team will play a 30 - 35 game schedule starting in late April / early May and continuing through July with 3 - 4 tournaments to include an out of town / overnight tournament. Off season / indoor practices begin in January. We had a successful 2012 season and intend to build on our solid base of players and families for the 2013 team. All players selected will be required to pay an initial $150 deposit to secure a spot on the roster.

Bloomfield Sting 14U City/Area: Bloomfield Hills League: NOBF Contact: James Jaskowski 248-797-8327 james@tiskono.com Team Info: We will play 24 league games and in 6 local and out-of-town tournaments with our goal of getting players ready for high-school baseball.

Bloomfield Thunder 14U City/Area: Oakland County - Bloomfield, Birmingham, Troy, Rochester, Auburn Hills     Contact: Robert Ferguson 248-701-2298 robbygibrown@yahoo.com Team Info: We are a tournament team tha plays 8 - 10 weekend tournaments. We start indoor practice in January through March. The season starts in April. We have college level coaches.

Brighton Bulldogs 14U City/Area: Brighton League: KVBSA Contact: Mike Baitinger 586-943-0196 mbaitinger@yahoo.com Team Info: All players selected for a team will pay a fee of $400 to cover the cost of uniforms, field maintenance and prep, insurance, gym fees for off season training, fundraising, league fees and umpire fees. Players may also be asked to take part in additional fundraising activities. We participate in the Kensington Valley Baseball Association and play teams from Livingston, Oakland, Washtenaw and Wayne Counties and participate in weekend tournaments throughout the state. Travel teams play a 30 – 40 game schedule (including tournaments) starting in early April and playing into July.

Canton Cardinals 14U City/Area: Canton League: KVBSA Contact: Alan Zidzik l.zidzik@sbcglobal.net Team Info: Canton Cardinals Travel Baseball is designed to attract the player who seeks a more competitive and serious baseball experience. Players must be willing to commit to 3-7 weekend tournaments (possibly out of state or a week long), league play outside the community, and play a maximum of 50 games per season (April through July). The Canton Cardinals are also committed to preserving high level competition in the travel baseball community. Teams will be comprised of qualified players selected by tryout. Teams and coaches are evaluated yearly. Team will consist of Plymouth / Canton residents. Players must live in Plymouth, Canton, or attend a school in the Plymouth Canton district. Under certain circumstances, a maximum of 2 non-resident players will be allowed.

Clarkston Riverdawgs 14U City/Area: Clarkston/North Oakland County League: NOBF Contact: Mr. M 248-255-2539 Team Info: Great organization that suppliers ample amount of winter training. Will play in the NOBF and tournaments throughout the 2013 season. Team has already been offered a spot in next year's AABC State Championship World Series qualifier in Brighton. Team WILL play games in May 2013 prior to NOBF League as well as tournaments.

Cyclones Baseball 14U City/Area: South Lyon League: KVBSA Contact: Darren Palo 586-615-3185 cyclonebaseballclub@gmail.com Team Info: 6 – 7 USSSA (or similar) Tournaments – Mainly Local With 1 or 2 Requiring Over-Night Stay Indoor Practices Begin Mid-January at REPS Training Center in South Lyon. Practice Field: Total Sports Complex, Wixom

Detroit Metro Stars 14U City/Area: Shelby Township League: MABF Contact: Joe Schulwitz 586 839-7447 kschulwitz123@comcast.net Team Info: Looking for experienced fed ball players to round out excellent core group of players.

Downriver Demons 14U City/Area: Wyandotte     Contact: Shawn Webster downriverdemons@yahoo.com Team Info: We have been involved in travel baseball for 6 years now. All coaches have travel baseball experience and we have sent all players to play school baseball. The Downriver Demons are an organization who takes pride in preparing kids to play baseball at the highest levels. All of our players make middle school teams and High school teams. We start training in November with conditioning being the main focus, then start hitting and throwing in January. We are looking for kids that are commited to baseball, and really enjoy learning and playing the game.

Farmington Hills Mud Hens 14U City/Area: Farmington Hills and surrounding areas League: KVBSA Contact: Steve Bean 248-426-0609 fhmudhens@yahoo.com Team Info: 6th year team that will play in 10-11 tournaments. 1-2 tournaments will be out-of-town tourneys. This will primarily be an 8th grade team. We have room for 2-3 9th graders.

Fenton Crush Travel Baseball 14U City/Area: Fenton - Genesee County League: GFBL Contact: FentonCrushTravelBaseball@gmail.com Team Info: Crush will play in the Greater Flint Baseball League and travel for tournaments.

Fenton Tigers Travel Baseball 14U City/Area: Fenton League: KVBSA Contact: Mike Miller natamikey@sbcglobal.net Team Info: Our goal is to provide a safe productive environment enabling children to learn & apply the principles of teamwork, discipline, dedication, and sportsmanship through an advanced level of play. We facilitate the development of strength and character in every child that participates. Participation in our teams are open to any boy in the Fenton metro area. We compete in the KVBSA and will play in 4 to 6 tournaments. We also provide a comprehensive offseason training program.

Fenton Tigers Travel Baseball Orange 14U City/Area: Fenton and surrounding areas League: KVBSA Contact: Coach Brian Raden 810-923-6793 brianr@dnpe.com Team Info: The Fenton Tigers Travel Baseball 14U Orange will play KVBSA league games plus additional tournaments (5-6). The Fenton Tigers Travel Baseball 14U Orange train indoors through the winter at Premier Indoor Sports in Fenton, MI. Indoor training started in January, including conditioning and specialized training for pitchers, catchers, hitting, and infield. We will provide a knowledgeable and competitive baseball environment.

FJBA Fusion 14U City/Area: Fowlerville League: KVBSA Contact: Michael Hubert, FJBA President 517-521-2060 wolfstonewoodworking@yahoo.com Team Info: FJBA teams compete in the most competitive divisions of the Mason Pony League and KVBSA. Each team competes in at least three weekend tournaments each season. The Fowlerville Junior Baseball Association (FJBA) is a non-profit, volunteer organization that believes players realize many benefits from its travel baseball program. Benefits include learning baseball fundamentals, improving physical fitness, enhancing self confidence, developing respect for others, learning to value teamwork and contributing to a team effort. In addition to developing good sportsmanship,learning how to win and to deal effectively with losing, making new friends, and enjoying the great game of baseball.

Goodrich Thunder 14U City/Area: Goodrich/Brandon/Grand Blanc/Davison     Contact: Jim Green 248-819-8833 jkgreenink@aol.com Team Info: We will provide a healthy learning environment to learn and play the game of baseball. While seeking a high level of competition, we will promote sportsmanship, knowledge of the game, character, commitment, and good friendships. Travel teams play a 16 game schedule plus 3-4 tournaments starting in early June and playing until the end of July.

Grand Blanc Travel Baseball 14U City/Area: Grand Blanc League: KVBSA Contact: Visit our website for more information Team Info: The Grand Blanc Travel Baseball Association was created to provide a higher level of competition for talented and motivated area baseball players. Players with a commitment to the improvement of their skills in a team focused environment. More information can be found in our Parent and Player Handbook

Grass Lake Renegades 14U City/Area: Grass Lake     Contact: Chuck Alexander 734-395-6187 grasslakerenegadesbaseball@yahoo.com Team Info: Grass Lake Renegades Baseball is going into its second season as an organization with a good core of returning players. The Renegades are a full non-profit 501C3 organization with focus on player development at the advanced level and for the future of the player at the HS level and beyond. Winter training will start near the end of January and we will begin Tournament play in April with the conclusion of the season in August. Practices consist of 2-3 days a week and one of them being a Pitcher/Catcher only practice. The Renegades have their own outdoor batting cage and pitching machine available for player use. We will play in 10 tournaments this season. Typically we play within an hour and a half drive from the Grass Lake area but we are also planning to do one weekend away tournament if we have enough team interest.

Hartland Eagles 14U Gold Team Todd Ekonen 517-375-9534 hartlandgoldbb@comcast.net City/Area: Hartland League: KVBSA Contact: Blue Team Jerry Glasco 248-889-2647 gglasco@umflint.edu Team Info: HAYAA Baseball/Softball offers a competitive travel program. We participate in KVBSA and play teams from Livingston, Oakland, Washtenaw and Wayne Counties. Also, we participate in weekend tournaments throughout the state (the number of tournaments is at the coach's discretion). Indoor practices start in January and team will play a 35 - 45 game schedule from early April through the end of July.

Hartland Eagles Gold 14U City/Area: Hartland League: KVBSA Contact: Todd Ekonen 517-375-9534 hartlandgoldbb@comcast.net Team Info: Hartland Gold is an established team with a good core of returning players. Last year we competed in the Advanced division and plan to play in a similar division in 2013. We plan to start winter training in January and begin league play in April with the conclusion of the season in early July. Typically we play 4 to 5 local tournaments and 1 out of town tournament at the end of the season.

Howell Hawks 14U City/Area: Howell League: KVBSA Contact: Todd Breault 734-645-9813 howellhawks@gmail.com Team Info:

Huron Valley Patriots 14U City/Area: Commerce/Highland/Milford/White Lake League: KVBSA Contact: Steve Seelye steve.seelye@yahoo.com Team Info: The Patriots will be playing a full 2013 travel season with games starting early April and finishing in July. The schedule will consist of KVBSA league games from the highest Open division, at-large games against other area AAA talent as well as 4 - 6 elite level local tournaments. Plans include a trip south for a highly regarded Cal Ripken Tournament if majority of team agrees. While competing at the highest level available, we will also be conscious of maintaining a reasonable season budget. Offseason development will begin in early January with paid, professional training focused on pitching mechanics and strategies. Additional individualized training in the specifics of hitting techniques, catching and fielding which will be emphasized throughout the winter months. Drills and techniques will also be demonstrated that our players will be able to practice and refine while at home. Athletic confidence comes with repetition.

Huron Valley Rebels 14U City/Area: Milford / Highland / Oakland County League: KVBSA Contact: John Hawes 248-685-9767 john.hawes@biworldwide.com Team Info:

LCB Gold Baseball 14U City/Area: Lakes Area (Commerce) League: KVBSA Contact: Brent Schroeder 248-345-2211 schroeder.brent@gmail.com Team Info: The LCB U14 Gold team has focus on player development at the advanced level and for the future of the player at the HS level and beyond. Winter training will start in the middle of January and we will begin Tournament play at the conclusion of the league season beginning in June/July. Practices consist of 2-3 days a week with roughly 2 league games per week Typically we play within an hour or so drive from the Commerce area but we are also planning to do one weekend away tournament in the Grand Rapids area.

LCB Legends Gold 14U City/Area: Commerce Twp League: KVBSA Contact: Brent Schroeder 248-345-2211 schroeder.brent@gmail.com Team Info: LCB Legends had 12 teams in 2012 with multiple teams in each age group ranging from Community, Advanced and Open divisions.

Lincoln Railsplitters 14U City/Area: Lincoln / Ypsilanti League: KVBSA Contact: Terry Hosein 734-751-3311 thosein0704@gmail.com Team Info: We plan on playing in 5 -8 tournaments in addition to league play. Travel experience is welcomed but not necessarily required.

Livingston County Crush by Powerade 14U City/Area: Livingston County and surrounding counties League: KVBSA Contact: Rick Alamat - Head Coach and Program Director 248.670.0219 alamatr@aol.com Team Info: The Crush is a dynamic developmental program which has numerous past players in college and professional baseball. The team finished 13-3 and won the southern division of the KVBSA community conference. The team will be moving to the advanced division is 2013 and will play a competitive schedule which will total 50 games or more. The season will culminate with an 8 game tournament schedule at Cooperstown Baseball World in New York. The tournament will include games played at the last minor league field that Babe Ruth played on before beginning his storied big league career. We recommend our program to only those who have a passion for the sport and the competition which leads to great personal development within the game!

Livonia Bulldogs 14U City/Area: Livonia League: KVBSA Contact: Jim Rintala jdrathome@yahoo.com Team Info: We will compete in the KVBSA and play in 6 tournaments.

Mayhem Baseball 14U City/Area: Burton     Contact: Jim Cummings groundfighter1@hotmail.com Team Info:

MCBC Hitdogs 14U City/Area: Rochester Hills     Contact: John Salter JohnC.Salter@aam.com Team Info: For more information about our program, visit our website.

Metro Detroit Baseball Club 14U City/Area: Macomb County League: MABF Contact: Tim McEvoy (313) 378-8457 metrodetroitbaseball@gmail.com Team Info: The team will receive speed, strength, and skills training by M.C. Athletics LLC. M.C. Athletics LLC. includes trainers from Wayne State University, Stevenson High School, and other local college and high school programs. All offseason training will be done at 2SP in Madison Heights.

Michigan Ambush 14U City/Area: Novi / Walled Lake     Contact: Larry Erpelding 248-648-0052 barrytonerp@talkamerica.net Team Info: We are a 14U AAA Tournament team that will be playing in 7 tournaments. We are currently training at Total Sports in Wixom. We will be training thru the 1st week of March. Our Tournaments will start the 1st week of June and finish in late July.

Michigan Ambush 14U City/Area: Commerce / Oakland County League: KVBSA Contact: Chuck Deskins go4thand1@ameritech.net Team Info: Michigan Ambush, a certified 501c3 organization, will play a major schedule on a national/regional level that will include showcase tournaments.

Michigan Blue Jays 14U City/Area: Ypsilanti League: KVBSA Contact: michiganbluejays@yahoo.com Team Info: Download the Michigan Blue Jays tryout flyer

Michigan Cubs 14U City/Area: Wayne / Westland     Contact: Larry wolverinelarry01@aol.com Team Info: New and exciting things taking place in the 2013 season. For any additional information please email Coach Larry.

Michigan Diamond Kings 14U City/Area: Genesee County League: GFBL Contact: Jeff Bailey 810-577-0700 jbaileycpa@charter.net Team Info: The Diamond Kings will be entering their 4th season in 2013 and look to continue their success in the GFBL. We will be playing mainly USSSA and AABC tournaments.

Michigan Expos of the Martin Baseball Group 14U City/Area: Waterford League: NOBF Contact: Ballpark Baseball Academy 248-681-0700 Team Info: The Michigan Expos of the Martin Baseball group are Oakland County's premier baseball organizations. The Martin Baseball Group provides the Michigan Expos with two of Oakland Counties premier training facilities year around: The Ballpark Baseball Academy and the Summit Field house. In addition, the Expos have their own home fields at the newly renovated Diamonds at Jaycee Park in Pontiac, MI The Michigan Expos are staffed by both professional and collegiate coaches/ players and offer private lessons year around.

Michigan Monarchs 14U City/Area: Carleton / Flat Rock     Contact: Jim DeSana 734-626-1166 jim@lakeeriemonarchs.com Team Info: Open to 8th Grade travel baseball players. Our 2013 team will play an Open/AAA schedule. Team is based in Southern Metro Detroit (Carleton). Looking for players from Wayne, Monroe, Washtenaw and Lenawee Counties as well as Northwest Ohio. The team is planning to travel to Disney in late December to participate in the Rawlings Gold Glove Classic. Our team will be training indoors December through March. Season will begin in April. Professional and college level instruction.

Michigan Mustangs 14U City/Area: Washtenaw County League: KVBSA Contact: Scott Barrett 734.546.3025 barrett@lincolnk12.org Team Info: The Michigan Mustangs are looking for a few players to add to a solid core of returning players. The team is coming off a very successful season, including a 31-12 record. The Mustangs won two tournament championships, including the CABA State Championship, and competed in the BPA World Series in Owensboro, KY. The team also won the KVBSA league championship in the Advanced American division. This will primarily be an 8th grade team. We will play in the KVBSA as well as 5-6 tournaments for a total of 40+ games. We are looking for experienced travel players only to complete our roster. We will play a competitive 2013 schedule. The Michigan Mustangs have their own indoor hitting facility, and will begin training in January.

Michigan Nationals 14U City/Area: Belleville and surrounding areas League: KVBSA Contact: Coach Grieve 734-323-2575 michigannationalsbaseball@gmail.com Team Info: The Michigan Nationals 14u team will play KVBSA league games plus additional tournaments. ALL Michigan Nationals teams train indoors through the winter at the Michigan Nationals Sports Center facility (aka THE INDOOR) . Indoor training starts in January.We will provide a knowledgeable and competitive baseball environment.

Michigan Red Sox 14U City/Area: Oakland/Wayne County     Contact: Reggie Purdy rpdubedition@yahoo.com Team Info: This will be a tournament only team. We will play 6-7 in state tournaments and 2-3 out of state tournaments.

Michigan Sports Academy - Livingston 14U City/Area: Livingston County League: KVBSA Contact: Coach Karl Kling, Baseball Operations 517-552-9000 coachkling@msa-livingston.com Team Info: Competitive travel program that will play in both league play and Tournaments. Looking for players that love the game and want to grow in our organization. Home field in Brighton/Fowlerville area.

Michigan Stealth 14U City/Area: Downriver League: NWSL Contact: Paul Gildersleeve michiganstealth@yahoo.com Team Info: The team will play in the NWSL & 5-6 Tournaments

Michigan Strategy 14U City/Area: Any community within 40 mile radius of Dearborn/Dearborn Heights     Contact: Craig Cotter 313-995-8452 craigcotter@michiganstrategy.com Team Info: New competitive teams forming with an indoor facility for winter training. Visit our website at www.michiganstrategy.com to sign up for a tryout. Also very important that parents review the site thoroughly to understand what our organization is all about. Each team will assigned to a travel league, either Northwest Suburban or Kennsington Valley, and play in 4-5 tournaments in June and July

Mid-Michigan Fury 14U City/Area: Mid-Michigan Tri-City area     Contact: Steve Makowski 989-600-0013 makow@chartermi.net Team Info: We are a 14U travel team from the Mid-Michigan area. We will play USSSA and other tournaments during the year. Mid Michigan Fury Travel baseball offers a competitive travel baseball program at an affordable rate. We compete in 6-8 weekend tournaments and encourage the players to play Pony or Senior league during the weekdays We practice all winter long and look to play our tournaments from April through October. We also will be hosting our USSSA tournament in Midland in May 2013. Details to be posted on Michigan USSSA site.

New Lothrop Hornets 14U City/Area: New Lothrop - Genessee, Saginaw, Bay Counties League: GFBL Contact: Adam Johnson 810-341-3640 ajnl7327@yahoo.com Team Info: This is a 6th year team looking to add experienced travel players only. We will play in GFBL League games. 8 - 10 tournaments USSSA AA - AAA / BPA Gold Level type events ....some will require overnight stay.

NFWB Cobras 14U City/Area: North Farmington/West Bloomfield League: KVBSA Contact: Garry Penta 248-933-7124 gpenta3223@aol.com Team Info: The 2013 North Farmington West Bloomfield Cobras will be returning a strong core of players. Tournament and league play will commence at the conclusion of the high school season. The primary focus of this team will be preparing players for high school baseball. We are excited to announce a new coaching staff comprised of two former collegiate players (2001-2003 & 2004-2007). Both have coached multiple years at the travel level and high school level. Off season training and strength/conditioning will be at High Performance Baseball in conjunction with their staff. We will play a very competitive tournament schedule and participate in the KVBSA. The NFWB Cobra baseball program is a nonprofit organization and is recognized and endorsed by all high school coaches in the SE Michigan for its baseball development philosophy. NFWB is recognized for preparing Cobra players to compete and play at the high school and collegiate level. The NFWB Cobra baseball program has been in existence for over 25 years and will use the best local resources to enhance the players’ ability during the off season.

Northville Broncos / Mustangs / Stampede 14U City/Area: Northville League: KVBSA Contact: John Basford jbasford@aspiriant.com Team Info: Northville U14 Boys teams play in the KVBSA League. The Bronco’s play in the Open Division. Bronco’s will play between 6 to 8 highly competitive tournaments. Some will require travel. Goal is to focus on individual skill set development and game IQ development to prepare the players for high school baseball. Develop well rounded baseball players that welcome extremely competitive competition. Teach life lessons.

Oakland Reds 14U City/Area: Farmington Hills / Commerce Twp League: KVBSA Contact: Daniel Smith dksmith4367@sbcglobal.net Team Info:

Primetime Sports Travel Baseball 14U City/Area: Kalamazoo area     Contact: Donnie Yant 269-760-0643 DYant20@Yahoo.com Team Info: Affiliated with Primetime Sports Academy at 158 North Kalamazoo Ave, Vicksburg.

Saline Hornets Blue 14U City/Area: Saline League: KVBSA Contact: Scott Adle 734-646-1470 scottandnoreen@hotmail.com Team Info: Saline Hornets Blue 14U is entering it's fourth year as part of the SAYB&S travel baseball program. We will play a competitive league schedule in KVBSA plus 4-5 weekend tournaments throughout the state. Indoor practice will begin in early January and game schedule will run through mid-July.

Sault Black Sox 14U City/Area: Sault Ste. Marie, Canada     Contact: Steve Hurley coachsteve16@gmail.com Team Info: We play approx. 60 games a season. The team competes in the most competitive tournaments The team is looking at hosting a 14U team or a 13U team here in the Sault for a four game series. Contact me if you are interested. June 28-30 is our 14U Tournament. Contact me for more information

South Farmington Blues 14U City/Area: Farmington / Farmington Hills League: KVBSA Contact: Pete Finn peter.finn@farmington.k12.mi.us Team Info:

South Lyon Lightning 14U City/Area: South Lyon League: KVBSA Contact: Dave Heavener 734-624-1563 davheav@yahoo.com Team Info: The South Lyon Lightning is a competitive travel baseball program competing in the advanced level of the KVBSA. This is a 4th year team that focuses on teaching the fundamentals of baseball in a competitive yet fun fashion in an effort to properly prepare the young athlete for high school baseball. We will play between 40-50 games in 2013 between league and tournament play. The South Lyon Lightning will consider both in district and out of district players. We are looking for highly motivated, dedicated ball players. Coaching Staff: Head Coach: Dave Heavener

South Oakland A's 14U City/Area: Madison Heights     Contact: Mike Held mheld@deloitte.com Team Info: Team will play in College Showcase type of events . This will allow players to be seen by as many coaches as possible to help them to continue their baseball and educational experiences into college programs.

Southfield Cardinals 14U City/Area: Southfield League: NWSL Contact: Michael Abney 248-350-3841 (H) 248-225-6674 © southfieldcardinals@ymail.com aaronxjustin@comcast.net Team Info: Southfield Cardinals are looking to attract players who seek a more competitive baseball experience. Players must be willing to commit to weekend tournaments (including out of state and week long), league play outside the community, and playing as many as 50 games per season (April through July). Team will compete in USSSA - AAA/Open tournaments, as well as in the Northwest Suburban League, which plays 60.5 ft. x 90 ft. We will play in 7 to 8 tournaments which include Black Swamp (Ohio), East Cobb (Cobb County, Georgia), and Cincinnati Flames (Ohio). Offseason (indoor) Training begins December 8, 2012, for the 2013 season and will include professional hitting, pitching, and catching lessons. Indoor training will also include strength and conditioning.

Southwest Oakland Warriors 14U City/Area: Commerce Township League: KVBSA Contact: Rick Nessel 248-361-0903 commerceindoorbaseball@gmail.com Team Info: The 2013 14U Southwest Oakland Warriors out of Commerce Township, a third year team will be fielding a predominantly 8th grade team this year. We will play a full season of baseball starting in April and ending in July. With a minimum of 6 tournaments and approx. 25 games in KVBSA Baseball League we'll get in at least 50 games. We want players for the entire season so 8th graders are ideally what we're looking for however, will consider one or at most two 9th graders. The quality players we're looking for.....pitchers and catchers are always a "plus" must be interested in lots of baseball training, practices and games. Our training will start in January. We will have great professional trainers working with us in addition to our coaches and excellent indoor and outdoor facilities available. We have a great core group of players, coaches and parents.

STORM 14U City/Area: Greater Kalamazoo area     Contact: Mike Sanders 269 779-7986/269-373-5977 wmsanders1@gmail.com Team Info: We will compete in weekly League Play (Comstock League or Bailey Park League) and play in at minimum 6 local tournaments. We intend to play in the 54x80 Division, but also introduce games at the 60x90 during the latter part of the season. We provide a comprehensive training program throughout the off season with weekly pitching/hitting training and field training bimonthly. Most of our practices are in a private Kalamazoo facility, Comstock parks, Richland Park or the Gull Lake Highschool. We are looking for pitchers/catchers/infield and outfield players to fill our open spots. We will consider high school players who meet the age requirements also. We can also make ourselves Little League friendly. Please feel free to contact me with any questions.

TC Renegades Baseball Club 14U City/Area: Livingston, Oakland, Genesee counties League: KVBSA Contact: dhbaseballcoach14u@hotmail.com Team Info: We will play in one fall tournament (possible fall games), KVBSA 14u league games, as well as 4-5 tournaments in 2013. We are also considering Cal Ripken/Cooperstown Baseball World to finish the season. We will field a predominantly 8th grade team. Our program is highly focused on the development of baseball skills that translate into success for the season. We have a winter training program that starts in January and runs to the beginning of the season. Practice will be one weeknight during the season. We have a knowledgeable coaching staff that has been coaching in this area for several years. Our coaches have experience at the travel, high school and division one collegiate level. We focus on playing the game the right way and have a successful track record.

Troy Bulldogs 14U City/Area: Troy League: NOBF Contact: Mike McLaughlin 586.817.8077 mmclaughlin@bannerengineering.com Team Info: The 14U Troy Bulldogs are looking for skilled and motivated baseball players to add to a core group of returning players. The team will play 20 + league games in the NOBF, and will also play in 3-4 local and out of town competitive tournaments for the 2013 season. Our experienced coaching staff is focused on developing each players skills and character, while preparing them for the next level. An extensive indoor off season training program will begin in January to prepare players for the season.

Troy Cardinals 14U City/Area: Troy League: NOBF Contact: Rick Zoltowski 248.736.4236 rickzo@yahoo.com Team Info: The Cardinals have improved from a record of 1 - 18 to 18 - 6 over three years. We will play 25 regular season games and 2 - 4 tournaments beginning May 2013 in the North Oakland Baseball Federation. Outdoor practices in good weather and indoor practices during the colder months.

Vengeance Baseball Club 14U 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.

West Michigan Outlaws 14U City/Area: Grand Rapids     Contact: Marc Uturo (616) 890-8322 wmoutlawsbaseball@gmail.com Team Info:   Coaching Staff: Head Coach: Don Russell

West Michigan Wolfpack 14U City/Area: Kalamazoo/Portage area     Contact: Kent Reese westmichiganwolfpack@gmail.com Team Info: Will play 8 - 10 tournaments with 2 - 3 tournaments requiring overnight stay. We will also play a 16 game league schedule, which league is still to be determined. We intend to accommodate those players from this year's team that intend to play high school ball but wish to continue playing with the Wolfpack after the high school season concludes. Indoor training begins in January 2013.

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15U Teams

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Brighton Bulldogs 15U City/Area: Brighton League: KVBSA Contact: Mike Baitinger 586-943-0196 mbaitinger@yahoo.com Team Info: All players selected for a team will pay a fee of $400 to cover the cost of uniforms, field maintenance and prep, insurance, gym fees for off season training, fundraising, league fees and umpire fees. Players may also be asked to take part in additional fundraising activities. We participate in the Kensington Valley Baseball Association and play teams from Livingston, Oakland, Washtenaw and Wayne Counties and participate in weekend tournaments throughout the state. Travel teams play a 30 – 40 game schedule (including tournaments) starting in early April and playing into July.

Chesterfield Rockets 15U City/Area: Chesterfield League: MABF Contact: Jim Teller 586-489-1814 jteller74@yahoo.com Team Info: The 13U Rockets won the MABF 'A' division crown in 2012 and are moving up to 15U in 2013. Players may be 14 or 15 years of age, but must be willing to (a) make the work in the classroom the top priority (b) commit to offseason team and individual workouts and conditioning programs (c) discipline and manage themselves in a professional and honorable way both on and off of the field. We will compete against top talent in both league play and in tournaments (we will play in 5 to 6 tournaments in 2013). to give our players the best chance to excel and the high school level, and on up to the college level if they so choose

Coughlin Cubs 15U City/Area: Macomb County League: MABF Contact: Art Dudal 586-864-0909 art.dudal1966@hotmail.com Team Info: Team will play in MABF and 3 - 4 tournaments. Coaching Staff: Coach Art Dudal has coached more than 25 years at the amatuer level he has served at the collegiate level as a head coach/ hitting instructor and pitching coach. Since 1989, Dudal has had more than 40 players go on to play college baseball and 4 that signed professional contracts with Major League Baseball.

Detroit Metro Stars 15U City/Area: Shelby Township     Contact: Angelo Plouffe 586-610-2661 aplouffe@cvs.k12.mi.us Team Info: Coach Plouffe is also the current Head Junior Varsity Coach at Macomb Dakota High School. The Stars are excited to add another high quality coach to the organization. Coach Plouffe will also be assisted by Coach Rich Koch the Head Varsity Baseball Coach at Parkway Christian. Coach Koch had to step down this year as Head Coach, as his wife Melissa is expecting their second child. Congratulations Rich and Melissa!! The Stars organization and the kids appreciate your commitment to the Stars!!

Downriver Raiders 15U City/Area: Riverview     Contact: Dave Gubbini 734-377-7737 dbg426@hotmail.com Team Info: We are an organization that has there own fields and indoor practice facility. The Raider teams play between 5 and 8 tournaments each year and play in a travel league during the week as well. This year's 14u team is ranked in the state and country and have won 5 out of 6 tournaments this summer.

FJBA Fusion 15U City/Area: Fowlerville League: KVBSA Contact: Michael Hubert, FJBA President 517-521-2060 wolfstonewoodworking@yahoo.com Team Info: FJBA teams compete in the most competitive divisions of the Mason Pony League and KVBSA. Each team competes in at least three weekend tournaments each season. The Fowlerville Junior Baseball Association (FJBA) is a non-profit, volunteer organization that believes players realize many benefits from its travel baseball program. Benefits include learning baseball fundamentals, improving physical fitness, enhancing self confidence, developing respect for others, learning to value teamwork and contributing to a team effort. In addition to developing good sportsmanship,learning how to win and to deal effectively with losing, making new friends, and enjoying the great game of baseball.

Grand Blanc Travel Baseball 15U City/Area: Grand Blanc League: KVBSA Contact: Visit our website for more information Team Info: The Grand Blanc Travel Baseball Association was created to provide a higher level of competition for talented and motivated area baseball players. Players with a commitment to the improvement of their skills in a team focused environment. More information can be found in our Parent and Player Handbook

Great Lakes Cardinals 15U City/Area: Plymouth / Canton League: KVBSA Contact: Dan Hejka cardscoach138@yahoo.com Team Info: Preliminary plans for the 15U team are to play in the USSSA State Tournament, Michigan Major Elite, all of the top tournaments in our region including Showcase Tournaments.

HITZ Baseball 15U City/Area: Southeastern Michigan     Contact: Ryan Good 586-948-HITZ 383nova@comcast.net Team Info: Tryouts and Practices will be at the Hitz Baseball Training Center - Home of the U15 Hitz Baseball Team.

Howell Hawks 15U City/Area: Howell League: KVBSA Contact: Todd Breault 734-645-9813 howellhawks@gmail.com Team Info:

Huron Valley Rebels 15U City/Area: Milford, Highland, Commerce, White Lake League: KVBSA Contact: Mike Yax Yax1039@frontier.com Team Info: We will play after the High School season ends. Approx 15 league games and 2-3 tournaments. Coaching Staff: Mike Yax combined 10 years coaching. Hugh Pobur pitched in the Chicago Cubs organization and has a lot to offer.

LCB Legends 15U City/Area: Commerce Twp League: KVBSA Contact: lcbbaseball@gmail.com Team Info: LCB Legends had 12 teams in 2012 with multiple teams in each age group ranging from Community, Advanced and Open divisions.

Macomb Astros 15U City/Area: Macomb Township and surrounding areas League: MABF Contact: Dave Prestininzi 586.703.1097 dprestininzi@cvs.k12.mi.us Team Info: The Macomb Astros 15U will be playing in the MABF for the 2013 year and will play in 2-3 tournaments.

Macomb Dodgers 15U City/Area: Macomb County League: MABF Contact: Jim Spilko 248.515.2114 jimspilko@comcast.net Team Info: Macomb Dodgers played in the top division of MABF and will play 7-8 tournaments in 2013 including USSSA States, Slump Buster in Omaha, BlackSwamp in Ohio and USSSA World Series 61 -11 over the past 3 seasons, ranked the #1 team in Michigan USSSA at 14AA, and the 2012 Michigan AA State Champion for USSSA. USSSA "Top 10" ranked team for past 3 years ast 12U, 13U and 14U. Our travel baseball program is designed to attract the player who seeks a more competitive and serious baseball experience. We play the states top ranked teams and tournaments. Focus is on developing player skills and sportsmanship in preparation for high school and beyond. The Macomb Dodgers will play approximately 30-35 games that will begin after the high school season, consisting of 7-8 tournaments.

Macomb Marlins 15U City/Area: Macomb Twp. League: MABF Contact: Tom Rybicki 586.994.8110 tomrybicki@comcast.net Team Info: During the 2012 season this team participated in the MABF “A” division. This team is committed to individual and team development with a training program that works on all aspects of the game of baseball with each player. Training begins in January and continues throughout the season. This team will play in the MABF and play in (4) tournaments next season.

Michigan Blue Jays 15U City/Area: Ypsilanti League: KVBSA Contact: michiganbluejays@yahoo.com Team Info: Download the Michigan Blue Jays tryout flyer

Michigan Expos of the Martin Baseball Group 15U City/Area: Waterford League: NOBF Contact: Ballpark Baseball Academy 248-681-0700 Team Info: The Michigan Expos of the Martin Baseball group are Oakland County's premier baseball organizations. The Martin Baseball Group provides the Michigan Expos with two of Oakland Counties premier training facilities year around: The Ballpark Baseball Academy and the Summit Field house. In addition, the Expos have their own home fields at the newly renovated Diamonds at Jaycee Park in Pontiac, MI The Michigan Expos are staffed by both professional and collegiate coaches/ players and offer private lessons year around.

Michigan Mustangs 15U City/Area: Washtenaw County League: KVBSA Contact: Jeff Moll 248-462-2235 Gopro1981@Yahoo.com Team Info: The team will be focused on preparing players to be successful High School and College players by developing players during the winter months. Also, the team will participate in 5-6 15U and 16U tournaments that will help the players showcase their talents. The coaches are very dedicated to helping players get to the next level and will help parents and players prepare and plan for the recruiting process. The current two 2012 Mustang 14u teams have a great base group of players and we are looking for a few more dedicated players willing to put in the work required to make it to the next level.

Michigan Nationals 15U City/Area: Belleville and surrounding areas League: KVBSA Contact: michigannationalsbaseball@gmail.com Team Info:

Michigan Stealth 15U City/Area: Downriver League: NWSL Contact: michiganstealth15@yahoo.com Team Info: The team will play in the NWSL & 4 Tournaments plus Cal Ripkin Experience in Myrtle Beach. Coaching Staff: Coaches: Jason Baker and Dan Baker

Michigan Strategy 15U City/Area: Any community within 40 mile radius of Dearborn/Dearborn Heights     Contact: Craig Cotter 313-995-8452 craigcotter@michiganstrategy.com Team Info: New competitive teams forming with an indoor facility for winter training. Visit our website at www.michiganstrategy.com to sign up for a tryout. Also very important that parents review the site thoroughly to understand what our organization is all about. Each team will assigned to a travel league, either Northwest Suburban or Kennsington Valley, and play in 4-5 tournaments in June and July

Mid-Michigan Fury 15U City/Area: Mid-Michigan Tri-City area     Contact: Steve Gray 989-662-3379 Team Info: We are a 15U travel team from the Mid-Michigan area. We will play USSSA and other tournaments during the year. Mid Michigan Fury Travel baseball offers a competitive travel baseball program at an affordable rate. We compete in 6-8 weekend tournaments and encourage the players to play Pony or Senior league during the weekdays We practice all winter long and look to play our tournaments from April through October. We also will be hosting our USSSA tournament in Midland in May 2013. Details to be posted on Michigan USSSA site.

Midwest Lightning 15U Mike Mandrink Lightningcoach14@yahoo.com City/Area: Livonia/Canton League: KVBSA Contact: David Madsen lightningcoach14@yahoo.com Team Info: We will be starting in June after completion of High School season, will involve a competitive 25-35 game schedule playing through the end of July. Our goal is to follow-up your players High School season with a competitive summer program. We will participate in 5 to 6 tournaments as well as KVBSA for league play. We are looking for team oriented players who love the game of baseball and want to work hard to become stronger players.

Northville Broncos / Mustangs / Stampede 15U City/Area: Northville League: KVBSA Contact: Mike Putnam nbsa@comcast.net Team Info:

Oakland Reds 15U City/Area: Farmington Hills / Commerce Twp League: KVBSA Contact: Daniel Smith dksmith4367@sbcglobal.net Team Info:

Oakland Thunder 15U City/Area: Farmington Hills and All Surrounding Communities League: KVBSA Contact: Mike Mackie 248.933.8719 TheMackie4@twmi.rr.com Team Info: The Thunder is entering it's fourth year with a strong core of returning players. We are looking for several players to fill out our roster. We will begin indoor practice in January thru high school tryouts and begin play after the school season ends. We plan to play 5-6 tournaments and practice at our home field during the week.

Oakland Whitecaps 15U City/Area: Commerce/West Bloomfield/Waterford League: NOBF Contact: Frank Vigliarolo whitecaps43@yahoo.com Team Info: This team was 2010 champions of the NOBF Pee Wee Reese National league for 2010; 2011 runner up of the Sandy Koufax middle division; and 2012 runner up in Sandy Koufax upper division?. Our record in the NOBF over the past three years was 44-11. Our overall record for 2012 was 19-12, being ranked 10th in the USSSA “AA” (as of July 2012). Our combined record over the past three years is 78-40-1. We will be a 15U tournament only team playing in Pastime, Triple Crown and USSSA tournaments for the 2013 season.

Renegades Baseball Club 15U City/Area: Flint League: GFBL Contact: Rod Landrum 517-242-4392 landrumrj@yahoo.com Team Info: Starting in June we will be playing 5-6 tournaments and the Greater Flint Baseball League.

Saline Swarm 15U City/Area: Saline League: KVBSA Contact: Mark Livesay salineswarmbaseball@gmail.com Team Info: This post-Freshman/Sophomore team, starting in late May or early June after completion of High School season, will involve a competitive 25-35 game schedule playing through the end of July . We will participate in numerous (5 or 6) tournaments throughout the Midwest, with one day a week practices scheduled. Our goal is to follow-up your players High School season with a competitive summer program. We compete against the top teams in the Midwest and it involves a high level commitment (no secondary sports recommended). We are looking for team oriented players who love the game of baseball and strive to be better.

SCS Mariners 15U City/Area: St. Clair Shores League: MABF Contact: Anthony Monday 586-354-5740 anthonymonday@comcast.net Team Info: Team will play in the MABF and also tournaments. The coaching staff brings to the table a combined 42 years of baseball and coaching experience. We have a core of players that has been together for 4 years. We are looking for a few key strong 14 or 15 year old kids to join us for the 2013 season.

South Farmington Blues 15U City/Area: Farmington / Farmington Hills League: KVBSA Contact: Doug Creighton creighto1@mi.rr.com Team Info: The 2013 15U Blues travel baseball team is seeking an upper level pitcher and potentially a catcher to complete their roster for next year. We hope to carry 13 players and we will be be playing 7-8 tournaments during the summer of 2013. Former professional pitcher serves as our pitching coach. At least one state tournament and an out of state World Series is on our agenda. The 2012 team posted 4 tournament championships.

South Lyon Lightning 15U City/Area: South Lyon League: KVBSA Contact: Dean Whitcomb Dean.Whitcomb@astrobuilding.com Team Info:

South Lyon Storm 15U City/Area: South Lyon League: KVBSA Contact: Dean Whitcomb Dean.Whitcomb@astrobuilding.com Team Info:

South Lyon Thunder Gold 15U City/Area: South Lyon League: KVBSA Contact: Eric Miller 248-767-9367 emiller.mich@gmail.com Team Info: Post high school tournament team featuring a mix of 15 and 16 year olds; starts at the completion of the high school season, playing through the end of July. We will compete at 16U and play in 5-6 tournaments and practice one/two days a week. This competitive team played 14U open in 2012, finishing second in USSSA AA States. Looking for 3-5 players to join a strong core of returning players. Ideal players are flexible in position, hard working and have a positive attitude. This is a strong team environment, not a bunch of individuals.

South Oakland A's 15U City/Area: Madison Heights     Contact: David Clark 248-729-3587 southoaklandabaseball@gmail.com Team Info: Team will play in College Showcase events to allow players to be seen by as many coaches as possible to help them to continue their baseball and educational experiences into college programs.

STARZ Baseball 15U City/Area: West Michigan     Contact: Phil Klocke 616-319-1231 philk@starztrainingcenter.com Team Info: This team will play in competitive weekend tournaments throughout the West MI. area and also some larger tournaments that will require an overnight stay. We will practice at the STARZ indoor training facility all winter long, working on personal skills and team building.

Swat Snipers 15U City/Area: Howell / Livingston County     Contact: Rob Morris (517) 540-0601 info@swatsports.com Team Info: Program cost is anticipated to be approximately $1000 per player for the season which continues through August 2013. An unlimited membership at SWAT Elite Sports along with development by SWAT certified instructors/coaches are included. These teams will practice 2 times during the week and play games on weekends. Tournaments will be scheduled based on team progression in development. Local area scrimmages are covered in the cost of this program. Travel and tournament costs will be additional based on events that are scheduled. This is a collegiate level preparatory program designed so that players can still play other sports as well as with their high school teams. The goal is to provide collegiate showcase opportunities for players to secure roster spots & scholarships in addition to preparing high school players for collegiate level play. There is a possibility for 4 teams in this system at the 15U, 16U, 17U & 18U age groups.

TCL Elite 15U City/Area: Genesee/Livingston League: KVBSA Contact: Todd Messenger 419-575-6969 btmessenger@gmail.com Team Info: The TCL Elite 15u/16u baseball team is seeking high caliber players who are interested in playing at an advanced level. The team is looking for talented, hard working, dedicated players who want to play 'a lot' of baseball in a positive team atmosphere as well as a focus to develop skills to an optimal level. Games and tournaments will start after the high school season. The team will attend showcase tournaments as well as other high level competitive tournaments in Michigan as well as out-of-state. Games will also consist of league play in the KVBSA and additional scheduled games. A fall tournament and off season training will also be offered for TCL Elite players.

Vengeance Baseball Club 15U 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.

West Michigan Outlaws 15U City/Area: Grand Rapids     Contact: Marc Uturo (616) 890-8322 wmoutlawsbaseball@gmail.com Team Info:   Coaching Staff: Head Coach: Tom Beer

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Anchor Bay Angels 16U City/Area: Macomb     Contact: Joel Hoover jghoover@comcast.net Team Info: 2013 U 16 Anchor Bay Angels are looking to add pitchers to finalize and fine tune our already successful roster. We will once again play league play along with 4 "showcase" tournaments at college campuses, and play a "national" qualifier in one of the 3 different organizations that we've qualified at. Team nucleus has been together for many years and coach has college playing experience with a high level baseball acumen to ensure that the boys get top notch training and valuable baseball knowledge.

Brighton Bulldogs 16U City/Area: Brighton League: KVBSA Contact: Mike Baitinger 586-943-0196 mbaitinger@yahoo.com Team Info: All players selected for a team will pay a fee of $400 to cover the cost of uniforms, field maintenance and prep, insurance, gym fees for off season training, fundraising, league fees and umpire fees. Players may also be asked to take part in additional fundraising activities. We participate in the Kensington Valley Baseball Association and play teams from Livingston, Oakland, Washtenaw and Wayne Counties and participate in weekend tournaments throughout the state. Travel teams play a 30 – 40 game schedule (including tournaments) starting in early April and playing into July.

Concealed Security Dodgers 16U City/Area: Livonia     Contact: Shawn Justice 313-347-3475 sjustice07@hotmail.com Team Info: We plan to roster 12 players and will participate in 4-5 16U college showcase tournaments as well as a Livonia wood bat league that will play once per week beginning in June 2013. Non-parent, paid coaches will manage this team. Winter workouts will begin in January and run until the high school baseball season starts.

Detroit Metro Stars 16U City/Area: Shelby Township League: MABF Contact: Joe Dorazio dorazioj@msu.edu Team Info: This team will compete in the 16U MABF A division and 3 or 4 tournaments, two of which will be the Great Black Swamp and the Michigan Major Elite (played at Eastern Michigan and U of M). The goal of this team will be to challenge the young men to play at the highest possible level and get better each pitch. 2012 was a very successful season and we are looking for elite level players only that need exposure to College recruiters. Coach Dorazio is currently the Head Junior Varsity Baseball Coach at Warren Mott High School.

Detroit Metro Stars Red 16U City/Area: Shelby Township League: MABF Contact: Kevin Burks 586-610-5618 KevinBurks@officemax.com Team Info: This team had a very successful 2012 season and will be playing 16U A MABF and 3 or 4 tournaments.

Howell Hawks 16U City/Area: Howell League: KVBSA Contact: Todd Breault 734-645-9813 howellhawks@gmail.com Team Info:

Howell Hawks Gold 16U City/Area: Howell League: KVBSA Contact: David Piesko (810) 533-0418 david.piesko@esi-group-na.com Team Info: The GOLD team has been competing at a high level (winning over thirty (30) tournaments, including multiple USSSA World Series, USSSA and BPA State Championships etc...) for the past several years. In 2012, the GOLD team was invited to participate in the USSSA Elite 32 tournament. We will be attending 16U showcase tournaments throughout the summer of 2013 (following the high school baseball season) to offer our players the opportunity to compete against top level teams. The tournaments we will be attending will enable opportunities to access interests from college and university scouts from around the country. LEAGUE: We will competing in the KVBSA league TOURNAMENTS: 4 – 6 tournaments (some out-of-state travel be required) The team will be participating in a Fall Baseball League and a few tournaments starting in the fall. However, in the interests of multi-sport athletes this is not a requirement for all players that are selected for the team. We will roster 13 - 15 players. Currently, we have 11 players who are required to participate in the tryouts. We will select the best 13 - 15 players taking in account positional needs. Coaching Staff: Team Hitting Coach: Cory Conrad (http://hitternation.mobilehippo.mobi/) Team Pitching Instructor: Scott Aldred: (http://www.virtualbaseball.net/prostaff.asp)

JTB Tigers 16U City/Area: Oakland County League: NOBF Contact: Brad Yocca byocca@sbcglobal.net Team Info: The U16 JTB Tigers play in the JTB Fall League, the NOBF league as well as various tournaments throughout the season. Team participates in Strength & Conditioning and Speed & Agility training, and enjoy private Pitching and Batting instruction.

Lakes Area Dodgers 16U City/Area: We play a full schedule of Division 1 and 2 Junior College teams. Including Wabash Valley, Rend Lake, Kellogg, Jackson, Macomb and others.     Contact: John Hodgins (Associate Texas Rangers Scout) lakesareadodgers5@yahoo.com Team Info:

Mayhem Baseball 16U City/Area: Burton     Contact: Jim Cummings groundfighter1@hotmail.com Team Info:

Metro Detroit Athletics 16U City/Area: Metro Detroit     Contact: John Wright mda2010@comcast.net Team Info: The Athletics are coached entirely by former college players including Head Coach John Wright. The goal of the coaching staff is to prepare high school players for the rigors of college baseball. Most of the roster from the past several seasons have gone on to play Division 1,2,3 and NAIA college baseball. The A's are a tournament team holding weekday practices and attending competitive weekend tournaments. Tournaments will include the University of Michigan World Series Qualifier and the Midwest Tournament of Champions in Indianapolis.

Michigan Blue Jays 16U City/Area: Ypsilanti League: KVBSA Contact: michiganbluejays@yahoo.com Team Info: Download the Michigan Blue Jays tryout flyer

Michigan Bulldogs 16U City/Area: Livonia and surrounding area League: KVBSA Contact: Greg Denomie 734-765-3897 gldenomie@sbcglobal.net Team Info: Michigan Bulldogs will play in the KVBSA league as well as 2-3 tournaments, with a trip to Myrtle Beach for the Ripken Experience. The team will start practice indoors in mid January and go until High School baseball starts. We will have a strong practice to game ratio focusing on development and accelerated fundamental baseball skills. We will be committed at playing a high level of competitive baseball, with an emphasis on sportsmanship. 2012 15U Team success included, Semi finalist at the Great Lakes Sports Spectacular, Runner up at the Play at The Cage (16U division), and Champions at the LCB Summer Baseball Bash. Coaching Staff: Our coaching staff is dedicated to the development of players with a team atmosphere. We will work on team building skills as well as individual.

Michigan Expos of the Martin Baseball Group 16U City/Area: Waterford League: NOBF Contact: Ballpark Baseball Academy 248-681-0700 Team Info: The Michigan Expos of the Martin Baseball group are Oakland County's premier baseball organizations. The Martin Baseball Group provides the Michigan Expos with two of Oakland Counties premier training facilities year around: The Ballpark Baseball Academy and the Summit Field house. In addition, the Expos have their own home fields at the newly renovated Diamonds at Jaycee Park in Pontiac, MI The Michigan Expos are staffed by both professional and collegiate coaches/ players and offer private lessons year around.

Michigan Heat 16U City/Area: Southeast Michigan     Contact: Frank Cordova 313-727-5012 Michiganheat16u@yahoo.com Team Info: We will be a tournament team only. We will be doing at least 7 tournaments possibly 8 all on the weekend and most if not all of them in Michigan. We might possibly do a non-league game during the week but it all depends what day of the week and where.

Michigan Inferno 16U City/Area: Oakland / Macomb Counties League: MATBL Contact: Brian Halteman 586-929-3989 michinferno@gmail.com Team Info: 16U Michigan Inferno is College showcase team that plays in the MATBL and 7 highly scouted tournaments. We play about a 50 game schedule that starts up in June and ends in late July. We will also be attending an additional 3-4 Showcase tournament events in the Fall as well as play some wood bat league events. Our goal is to provide an unique experience for players that want to take there game to the next level. Our 16U players will be Sophomore and Junior Players that will get there first or second year exposure to college showcase events. We expect our players to make their high school teams and stay in good academic standing. Our players must have the desire to play at the next level. They must have a Dedicated Team Attitude. They must have the ability to maintain Self-Control on and off the field. You will be going up against some of the best teams in the Midwest and playing on some really nice ballparks. Bring your “A” game always.

Michigan Muddogs 16U City/Area: Troy / Oakland-Macomb     Contact: Eric Penz ericpenz@gmail.com Team Info: The Muddogs were an extremely successful tournament team from 2004-2008 winning numerous high level tournaments and placed 15 players in college. That coaching staff along with two new members that are current high school coaches and former college players were asked to coach this U16 team. The team is an established team that has improved their roster every year. This year based on the new coaching staff has already added a handful of new players that were sophomores on their high school teams. The team will play weekend tournaments and will schedule local teams to play during the week. The team will have a set schedule for the week for practices, scrimmages and weekend tournaments. The current plan is to play in quality tournaments that will also be used as exposure tournaments as the players begin their college searches.

Michigan Mustangs 16U City/Area: Washtenaw County     Contact: Henry Haley michiganmustangs@gmail.com Team Info:

Michigan Red Sox 16U City/Area: Southeast Michigan     Contact: Jason Novetsky 586-206-6451 jsnovetsky@comcast.net Team Info: 2013 (16U) will be the 7th year for this team within the Michigan Red Sox organization. This team has been very successful winning several tournaments and competing at high quality local and regional tournaments. Team has played in Cooperstown, Black Swamp, Cal Ripken Experience and Cincy Flames Wood Bat National Championship. Special training opportunities will be offered via the Michigan Red Sox/Motor City Pride Organization. Team has affiliation with The Varsity Shop Training Center for off season workouts and team/player discounts. Tournament only team Coaching Staff: Head Coach is former Division-1 all-conference pitcher and 6 year travel baseball coach with Michigan Red Sox.

Michigan Slammers 16U Frank Korpics fkorpics@comcast.net City/Area: Belleville / Canton / Surrrounding communities     Contact: Willy Scott 734-639-0690 thealmondking@yahoo.com Team Info: AAA Baseball Team. Same Coaching Staff for 7 yrs. High Quality Indoor Workout facility during the Winter months. We believe in Player Development, Academic Accountability, Excellence in Character and Integrity, all needed to play at the next level. 2012 Highlights: #1 AAA team in Michigan according to the USSSA Power Rankings, #32 Nationally. 39-14-2 Overall Record. Tied for 1st in the KVBSA 15U Open Division. 8 Elite/College Showcase Tourneys, 2 Championships. Never finishing lower than 6th, including finishing 6th out of 36 teams in the USSSA International World Series in Crystal Lake, Illinois. 2013: Winter workouts will begin in January. 6-7 High Level/Collegiate Showcase Tournaments including a World Series. 7-8 Non-Tournament Games, 1 per week, all at Home on Belleville HS's brand new varsity field.

Michigan Sports Academy - Livingston 16U City/Area: Livingston County League: KVBSA Contact: Coach Karl Kling, Baseball Operations 517-552-9000 coachkling@msa-livingston.com Team Info: Competitive travel program that will play in both league play and Tournaments. Looking for players that love the game and want to grow in our organization. Home field in Brighton/Fowlerville area.

Michigan Strategy 16U City/Area: Any community within 40 mile radius of Dearborn/Dearborn Heights     Contact: Craig Cotter 313-995-8452 craigcotter@michiganstrategy.com Team Info: New competitive teams forming with an indoor facility for winter training. Visit our website at www.michiganstrategy.com to sign up for a tryout. Also very important that parents review the site thoroughly to understand what our organization is all about. Each team will assigned to a travel league, either Northwest Suburban or Kennsington Valley, and play in 4-5 tournaments in June and July

MLPO Expos 16U City/Area: Oakland County (based out of Bloomfield Hills)     Contact: Nikco Riesgo mlpoexpos@aol.com Team Info: The 2013 MLPO Expos are looking for players.

Motor City Mechanics Baseball Club 16U City/Area: Macomb County     Contact: Joseph Zilafro (586) 855-4972 jzilafro@comcast.net Team Info: We offer a year round comprehensive program coached by former and even current college players (D1). We play 40+ games a year, in addition to your high school season. We play a regular FED season plus 3 to 4 (high quality) tournaments and a fall season (MABF, USSSA and fall wooden bat league). Additionally, we hold a few team events each year, including private college showcases for our team only, per our afiliations. Our program greatly improves each year and we continue to grow in technology/facilities. We offer much more than many so called "Elite travel teams," especially for the money and real value. Our home field is Fraser High School Varsity and our indoor winter complex is Total Soccer - Fraser (Best in Macomb County) Our staff is certified to coach baseball by ASEP (NCAA) as well in Sport First Aid and CPR (Extremely important for any team staff to be!)

Northville Broncos / Mustangs / Stampede 16U City/Area: Northville League: KVBSA Contact: Mark Zalewski thezalewskis@yahoo.com Team Info:

Northville Mustangs 16U City/Area: Northville League: KVBSA Contact: Kevin Killeen 734-740-0249 kevin.p.killeen@gm.com Team Info:

Oakland Lakes Hurricanes 16U City/Area: Commerce Township/Walled Lake League: KVBSA Contact: Fred Koshen 248-534-7888 klkffk@comcast.net Team Info:

Oakland Reds 16U City/Area: Farmington Hills / Commerce Twp League: KVBSA Contact: Daniel Smith dksmith4367@sbcglobal.net Team Info:

South Lyon Thunder Gold 16U City/Area: South Lyon League: KVBSA Contact: Eric Miller 248-767-9367 emiller.mich@gmail.com Team Info: Post high school tournament team featuring a mix of 15 and 16 year olds; starts at the completion of the high school season, playing through the end of July. We will compete at 16U and play in 5-6 tournaments and practice one/two days a week. This competitive team played 14U open in 2012, finishing second in USSSA AA States. Looking for 3-5 players to join a strong core of returning players. Ideal players are flexible in position, hard working and have a positive attitude. This is a strong team environment, not a bunch of individuals.

South Oakland A's 16U City/Area: Madison Heights     Contact: David Clark 248-729-3587 southoaklandabaseball@gmail.com Team Info: Team will play in College Showcase events to allow players to be seen by as many coaches as possible to help them to continue their baseball and educational experiences into college programs.

Southwest Oakland Warriors 16U City/Area: Commerce Township League: KVBSA Contact: Dan Cohen dcohen@mi-worklaw.com Team Info:

STARZ Baseball 16U City/Area: West Michigan     Contact: Phil Klocke 616-319-1231 philk@starztrainingcenter.com Team Info: This team will play in competitive weekend tournaments throughout the West MI. area and also some larger tournaments that will require an overnight stay. We will practice at the STARZ indoor training facility all winter long, working on personal skills and team building.

Swat Snipers 16U City/Area: Howell / Livingston County     Contact: Rob Morris (517) 540-0601 info@swatsports.com Team Info: Program cost is anticipated to be approximately $1000 per player for the season which continues through August 2013. An unlimited membership at SWAT Elite Sports along with development by SWAT certified instructors/coaches are included. These teams will practice 2 times during the week and play games on weekends. Tournaments will be scheduled based on team progression in development. Local area scrimmages are covered in the cost of this program. Travel and tournament costs will be additional based on events that are scheduled. This is a collegiate level preparatory program designed so that players can still play other sports as well as with their high school teams. The goal is to provide collegiate showcase opportunities for players to secure roster spots & scholarships in addition to preparing high school players for collegiate level play. There is a possibility for 4 teams in this system at the 15U, 16U, 17U & 18U age groups.

TCL Elite 16U City/Area: Genesee/Livingston League: KVBSA Contact: Todd Messenger 419-575-6969 btmessenger@gmail.com Team Info: The TCL Elite 15u/16u baseball team is seeking high caliber players who are interested in playing at an advanced level. The team is looking for talented, hard working, dedicated players who want to play 'a lot' of baseball in a positive team atmosphere as well as a focus to develop skills to an optimal level. Games and tournaments will start after the high school season. The team will attend showcase tournaments as well as other high level competitive tournaments in Michigan as well as out-of-state. Games will also consist of league play in the KVBSA and additional scheduled games. A fall tournament and off season training will also be offered for TCL Elite players.

Team Michigan 16U City/Area: North Oakland/Southern Macomb and vicinity League: NOBF Contact: Dale Erickson 586-722-4775 erickson@acd.net Team Info: Team Michigan, one of the tri-county area's premier youth softball organizations, is forming an equally competitive baseball organization. Coach Erickson has four years experience as a college player and over 25 years coaching experience. We will be playing in the NOBF and between 4 and 5 college showcase type tournaments next season. We are looking for experienced players to complete our solid nucleus of players. Accepting 15U players.

Tri County Crush 16U City/Area: Michigan     Contact: Steve Bane 586-883-5787 Sbane1975@gmail.com Team Info: We are a tournament only team playing in 6 tournaments.

Vengeance Baseball Club 16U 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.

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17U Teams

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Brighton Bulldogs 17U City/Area: Brighton League: KVBSA Contact: Mike Baitinger 586-943-0196 mbaitinger@yahoo.com Team Info: All players selected for a team will pay a fee of $400 to cover the cost of uniforms, field maintenance and prep, insurance, gym fees for off season training, fundraising, league fees and umpire fees. Players may also be asked to take part in additional fundraising activities. We participate in the Kensington Valley Baseball Association and play teams from Livingston, Oakland, Washtenaw and Wayne Counties and participate in weekend tournaments throughout the state. Travel teams play a 30 – 40 game schedule (including tournaments) starting in early April and playing into July.

Michigan Blue Jays 17U City/Area: Ypsilanti League: KVBSA Contact: michiganbluejays@yahoo.com Team Info: Download the Michigan Blue Jays tryout flyer

Michigan Expos of the Martin Baseball Group 17U City/Area: Waterford League: NOBF Contact: Ballpark Baseball Academy 248-681-0700 Team Info: The Michigan Expos of the Martin Baseball group are Oakland County's premier baseball organizations. The Martin Baseball Group provides the Michigan Expos with two of Oakland Counties premier training facilities year around: The Ballpark Baseball Academy and the Summit Field house. In addition, the Expos have their own home fields at the newly renovated Diamonds at Jaycee Park in Pontiac, MI The Michigan Expos are staffed by both professional and collegiate coaches/ players and offer private lessons year around.

North Oakland Lions Baseball Club 17U City/Area: West Bloomfield\Waterford     Contact: Joe James 248-245-4545 jjakjames@comcast.net Team Info: North Oakland Lions trains out of Virtual Baseball in Waterford utilizing the latest technology available with a strong focus on hitting. We are interested in hard working, baseball minded players who have a passion for the game and want to play at the next level.

Oakland Reds 17U City/Area: Farmington Hills / Commerce Twp League: KVBSA Contact: Daniel Smith dksmith4367@sbcglobal.net Team Info:

South Oakland A's 17U City/Area: Madison Heights     Contact: David Clark 248-729-3587 southoaklandabaseball@gmail.com Team Info: The South Oakland A's have had 4 former players drafted and have 76 players that are either playing college baseball or are committed coming out of high school. Team will play in College Showcase events to allow players to be seen by as many coaches as possible to help them to continue their baseball and educational experiences into college programs.

Swat Snipers 17U City/Area: Howell / Livingston County     Contact: Rob Morris (517) 540-0601 info@swatsports.com Team Info: Program cost is anticipated to be approximately $1000 per player for the season which continues through August 2013. An unlimited membership at SWAT Elite Sports along with development by SWAT certified instructors/coaches are included. These teams will practice 2 times during the week and play games on weekends. Tournaments will be scheduled based on team progression in development. Local area scrimmages are covered in the cost of this program. Travel and tournament costs will be additional based on events that are scheduled. This is a collegiate level preparatory program designed so that players can still play other sports as well as with their high school teams. The goal is to provide collegiate showcase opportunities for players to secure roster spots & scholarships in addition to preparing high school players for collegiate level play. There is a possibility for 4 teams in this system at the 15U, 16U, 17U & 18U age groups.

Vengeance Baseball Club 17U 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.

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18U Teams

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Brighton Bulldogs 18U City/Area: Brighton League: KVBSA Contact: Mike Baitinger 586-943-0196 mbaitinger@yahoo.com Team Info: All players selected for a team will pay a fee of $400 to cover the cost of uniforms, field maintenance and prep, insurance, gym fees for off season training, fundraising, league fees and umpire fees. Players may also be asked to take part in additional fundraising activities. We participate in the Kensington Valley Baseball Association and play teams from Livingston, Oakland, Washtenaw and Wayne Counties and participate in weekend tournaments throughout the state. Travel teams play a 30 – 40 game schedule (including tournaments) starting in early April and playing into July.

Detroit Metro Stars Maloney 18U City/Area: Shelby Township League: MABF Contact: Shawn Maloney 586-214-0726 coachmaloney@comcast.net Team Info: National Elite Team. We will be holding a tryout for national/major college prospect or pro prospect type players that are 16, 17, or 18 years old. These players should be the best or one of the best players on their high school team. We are looking for pitchers that throw over 84 mph with good control and a resume of pitching at a high level. Your ability should be provable by a reference from a coach or scout or from HS varsity stats or post-season awards. Positionally, we are looking for players that have many if not all of these attributes: great bat speed, great range, power, strong arm, speed, and character. We are looking for a few pieces that will help our team get ready to compete nationally at the Perfect Game WWBA 18U, AABC Connie Mack Regional (hopefully World Series). Also at Black Swamp, Ultimate Strike Zone, and/or other national exposure tourneys to be decided by our team/parents/organization. 2012 accomplishments: 24-12 record, season still underway, 11-1 MABF record, Pool Winner USSSA Great Lakes Elite Tourney. Perfect Game 17U WWBA (lost 2-0 to top ranked East Cobb Braves in a great battle), 3-3 CABA 17U World Series, and 3-2 Black Swamp Tourney record. 4 players offered division-1 scholarships. Coaching Staff: Coach Maloney – Head Varsity Coach at Warren Mott High School

Detroit Metro Stars Wolf 18U City/Area: Shelby Township League: MABF Contact: Joe Wolf 586-292-4424 joewolf18@yahoo.com Team Info: Local Elite Team. We will be holding a tryout for national/major college prospect or pro prospect type players that are 16, 17, or 18 years old. These players should be the best or one of the best players on their high school team. We are looking for pitchers that throw over 84 mph with good control and a resume of pitching at a high level. Your ability should be provable by a reference from a coach or scout or from HS varsity stats or post-season awards. Positionally, we are looking for players that have many if not all of these attributes: great bat speed, great range, power, strong arm, speed, and character. The goal of this team will be to compete in tournaments in Michigan to get our players exposure from colleges and universities in Michigan and the Midwest. We will create the best schedule to put our players in front of small and large colleges to get all of our players the exposure they need. 2012 Accomplishments: 4-1 Black Swamp Tourney, 4-2-1 Perfect Game WWBA 16U (Beat Evoshield), Cincy Flames 18U Phoenix Wood Bat Tourney, and other events. 1 player committed to U-Michigan and another offered by several major colleges including U-Michigan/MSU.

ECM Rebels 18U City/Area: Port Huron League: MATBL Contact: Merlyn Boshaw 810-300-4415 leatherneck12@aol.com Team Info: The team has been in existence since 2006 and plays its home games at Port Huron Northern High School. We play in 8 tournaments a year that are highly scouted. In 2012 we played in the Sandlott World Series in Nashville, as well as, at U of M, EMU and the CABA State and National Championships. The Rebels will also be playing league games during the week in the MATBL. Our season begins in June and will end the first weekend of August.

Lakes Area Dodgers 18U City/Area: We play a full schedule of Division 1 and 2 Junior College teams. Including Wabash Valley, Rend Lake, Kellogg, Jackson, Macomb and others.     Contact: John Hodgins (Associate Texas Rangers Scout) lakesareadodgers5@yahoo.com Team Info:

Lansing Hit Club 18U City/Area: Lansing     Contact: Justin Pierce coachpierce@lansinghitclub.com Team Info: We will be playing a fairly local 2013 schedule. We intend on playing at quality venues such as Lugnuts Stadium, MSU, CMU, WMU and possibly U of M and UND. Our team will be mostly comprised of graduated seniors and their college plans will be mostly established. We will do special invites to interested college coaches, but we do not see the need to spend a lot of extra money on travel, hotels and food, when we have outstanding competition locally. We will also be playing in a weekday league. If you play for LHC you will attend weekly training throughout the winter and will have unlimited access to the LHC training facility in Mason, MI. With 4hitting cages, pitching machines, professional bullpens, and a turf area, not only will your game improve, but you will be in prime condition to put up those high school numbers in 2013. With the indoor training, limited travel, and use of the LHC facility as your personal training area, LHC is by far the best value for your summer season!

Mayhem Baseball 18U City/Area: Burton     Contact: Jim Cummings groundfighter1@hotmail.com Team Info:

Metro Detroit Athletics 18U City/Area: Metro Detroit     Contact: John Wright mdabaseball@gmail.com Team Info: The Athletics are coached entirely by former college players including Head Coach John Wright. The goal of the coaching staff is to prepare high school players for the rigors of college baseball. Most of the roster from the past several seasons have gone on to play Division 1,2,3 and NAIA college baseball. The A's are a tournament team holding weekday practices and attending weekend tournaments including the Black Swamp and the 18U National Championships. The A's 2012 record was 24-5 three tournament wins and one runner up.

Michigan Blue Jays 18U City/Area: Ypsilanti League: KVBSA Contact: michiganbluejays@yahoo.com Team Info: Download the Michigan Blue Jays tryout flyer

Michigan Dawgs 18U City/Area: Macomb County     Contact: Dick Schoenberg Ras5235@comcast.net Team Info: The Michigan Dawgs are a program that has been around since 2000, and were formerly known as Mt. Clemens Baseball Club and TSI before they merged together. The Dawgs are looking for players who expect to continue playing baseball at the college level. We are a tournament team that plays in several tournaments each summer, and only occasionally play weekday games. Players currently on the team come from Michigan and Ohio. Our website is viewed by many college coaches, and approx. 90% of our players have continued their career at the college level. Coaching Staff: The team has a strong staff. Coach Delas who played at Eastern Michigan and minor league baseball. Coach Black who was recently elected into the Slow Pitch Hall of Fame. Coach Bowman who works with our pitching staff, and Coach Schoenberg, who has taken three teams to a world series.

Michigan Expos of the Martin Baseball Group 18U City/Area: Waterford League: NOBF Contact: Ballpark Baseball Academy 248-681-0700 Team Info: The Michigan Expos of the Martin Baseball group are Oakland County's premier baseball organizations. The Martin Baseball Group provides the Michigan Expos with two of Oakland Counties premier training facilities year around: The Ballpark Baseball Academy and the Summit Field house. In addition, the Expos have their own home fields at the newly renovated Diamonds at Jaycee Park in Pontiac, MI The Michigan Expos are staffed by both professional and collegiate coaches/ players and offer private lessons year around.

Michigan Inferno 18U City/Area: Oakland / Macomb Counties League: MATBL Contact: Brian Halteman 586-929-3989 michinferno@gmail.com Team Info: 18U Michigan Inferno is College showcase team that plays in the MATBL and 7 highly scouted tournaments. We play about a 50 game schedule that starts up in June and ends in late July. We will also be attending an additional 3-4 Showcase tournament events in the Fall as well as play some wood bat league events. Our goal is to provide an unique experience for players that want to take there game to the next level. Our 18U players will be Junior and Senior Players that will get there second year or last year of exposure to college showcase events. We expect our players to make their high school teams and stay in good academic standing. Our players must have the desire to play at the next level. They must have a Dedicated Team Attitude. They must have the ability to maintain Self-Control on and off the field. You will be going up against some of the best teams in the Midwest and playing on some really nice ballparks. Bring your “A” game always.

Michigan Jets 18U City/Area: Metro Detroit     Contact: Matt Sandles 248-752-8185 (feel free to text or call at anytime) MichiganJets18u@aol.com Team Info: In 2012, the Jets went 38-10-1 at the 18U level. The Jets won two tournaments (the Wolverine Invitational and the Motor City Pride Collegiate Clash). Earned second place in three tournaments (the USSSA Great Lakes Challenge, the USSSA Battle at the Capitol, and the South Oakland A's Invitational). Earned fourth place in one tournament (the USSSA Diamond Classic), and sixth place out of 23 teams at the Triple Crown Sports Great Lakes Spectacular. The Jets went 7-0 at the Wolverine Invitational. The Jets went 6-1 at the USSSA Battle at the Capitol. The Jets went 6-1 at the Motor City Pride Collegiate Clash. The 2013 18U Michigan Jets are a very affordable summer ball option. The cost per position player is $400 and the cost for pitchers-only is $300. In 2013, the 18U Michigan Jets will be playing in eight tournaments, all in Michigan. See our website for details on the planned tournaments. In 2012, the Jets got to play at U of M, CMU, Hillsdale College, Siena Heights University, Adrian College, Washtenaw Community College, and WSU. Players on the 2012 team came from MI, OH, and Canada. All but one of the graduated seniors from the 2011 and 2012 teams ended up playing college baseball. Coaching Staff: The Jets have three coaches, none of whom have a son on the team.

Michigan Mustangs 18U City/Area: Washtenaw County     Contact: Henry Haley michiganmustangs@gmail.com Team Info:

Mid Michigan Mudhens 18U City/Area: Genesee/ Livingston League: GFBL Contact: Doug Stoddard 810-577-8574 dstoddard@chartermi.net Team Info: Will play in the 18u GFBL league and 3-4 local tournaments and possibly a few showcase tournaments.

Oakland Reds 18U City/Area: Farmington Hills / Commerce Twp League: KVBSA Contact: Daniel Smith dksmith4367@sbcglobal.net Team Info:

South Oakland A's 18U City/Area: Madison Heights     Contact: David Clark 248-729-3587 southoaklandabaseball@gmail.com Team Info: Team will play in College Showcase events to allow players to be seen by as many coaches as possible to help them to continue their baseball and educational experiences into college programs.

Swat Snipers 18U City/Area: Howell / Livingston County     Contact: Rob Morris (517) 540-0601 info@swatsports.com Team Info: Program cost is anticipated to be approximately $1000 per player for the season which continues through August 2013. An unlimited membership at SWAT Elite Sports along with development by SWAT certified instructors/coaches are included. These teams will practice 2 times during the week and play games on weekends. Tournaments will be scheduled based on team progression in development. Local area scrimmages are covered in the cost of this program. Travel and tournament costs will be additional based on events that are scheduled. This is a collegiate level preparatory program designed so that players can still play other sports as well as with their high school teams. The goal is to provide collegiate showcase opportunities for players to secure roster spots & scholarships in addition to preparing high school players for collegiate level play. There is a possibility for 4 teams in this system at the 15U, 16U, 17U & 18U age groups.

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19+ Teams

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Bloomfield Sting 19+ City/Area: Bloomfield League: LCL Contact: Rich Krentz 248-388-9536 RLKNKrentz@aol.com Team Info: 11th year with team. A total of 29 players who have played for this Bloomfield Sting Team are now playing NAIA, D3, D2, D1, JUCO, baseball.