High School
15U-18U
Program Director
Zach MCCool
High School Program
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High school teams compete in various tournaments to maximize development and exposure. It is the program’s mission to give players the best chance to grow through training, as well as showcase talents to college coaches. Sticks high school teams are designed to compete at both the regional and national level.
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During the winter and spring months, the Iowa Sticks run an individualized enhancement program. The program offers sessions each week for players can create a schedule that works best for them.
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The Iowa Sticks participate in the PBR (Prep Baseball Report) Spring League. This league hosts top club programs in Iowa to help players prepare for their high school seasons. Teams will play six weekends with one doubleheader each weekend. The goal of the PBR Spring League is to host the top players in the state, help athletes prepare for future seasons, and gain next-level exposure.
The Iowa Sticks™ High School baseball program is designed to help players reach the next level. We provide a personalized approach for each player while focusing on both on-field and off-field development, which is crucial for overall growth and success. By tailoring programs to individual needs and goals, players can receive the necessary training and support to excel in their athletic pursuits while also developing important life skills. This holistic approach sets a solid foundation for players to reach the next level in their baseball careers and beyond.
High School Goal
Help players develop into the best version of themselves - on and off the field - and achieve their baseball goals.
Core Values
Work with a purpose
Have passion
Demonstrate patience
Remain persistent
Show pride
Be a strong communicator
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Practices, Lessons, and D1 Sports Training
Fall is committed to optimizing the development of each individual player. Our developmental program offers athletes numerous opportunities to enhance their skills and ready themselves for the upcoming season. Athletes will have access to:
-Sportsplex West (home facility)
-Athletic enhancement at D1 Training – Des Moines
-Practices (2- and 4-day-a-week options)
-Developmental nights
-Dedicated bullpen nights
-Throwing programs
-Enhancement opportunities
-60-yard dash, bat speed, and velocity
-Pitchers only program
-Coaching staff with MLB, professional, collegiate, and high school experience
Practice/Training Overview
Two-day training option:
Two practices per weekPractice 1: Bullpen/velocity, bat speed, D1 Training
Practice 2: Outside team practice (Fareway Fields, Norwalk)
-PBR/Iowa Sticks Showcase
-Next Step Sports Recruiting Seminar
Four-day training option:
Two practices per week + two enhancement sessions per week-Practice 1: Bullpen/velocity, bat speed, D1 Training
-Practice 2: Outside team practice (Fareway Fields, Norwalk)
-Prep Baseball/Iowa Sticks Showcase
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PBR/Iowa Sticks Showcase
-This event is exclusively for Iowa Sticks players
-It is a great opportunity for athletes to begin or continue their evaluation process by utilizing one of the top recruiting organizations in the country
College Days
-College days are camps put on by some of the best baseball schools for the benefit of Iowa Sticks players
-An amazing one-day opportunity for athletes to compete, learn, and be evaluated by collegiate coaches
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-Opportunities for discussion with collegiate coaches and professional scouts
-Special guests at practices
-Exposure to resources that will help guide players and educate them on the recruitment process
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Teams will play at high-level regional and national tournaments at some of the best venues in the country. Athletes will be challenged with strong competition to push them to increase their level of play. Additionally, these tournaments will help players highlight their skills to collegiate coaches and scouts.
Players will register for the tournaments they want to participate in (or are invited to) and can attend based on their schedule.
Enhancement Sessions/Lesson Overview
Players receive enhancement sessions to be used at their discretion throughout the season. These sessions will be placed in the athlete’s self-service account and must be used by the end of the program. Missed or unused sessions will not roll-over into lessons, fall/winter skills sessions, or personal training.
Athletes may enroll in any of the following programs at their convenience:
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These sessions consist of batting practice with heavy bats, overload bats, under-load bats, one handed bats, and weighted batting gloves. The program also incorporates med ball work to build core strength and increase power.
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Fielding sessions take place on the Sportsplex turf. Athletes are trained by our coaching staff and run through various infield and outfield drills focused on creating more confidence in their ability, while also helping them become versatile players.
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This program is designed to increase arm strength, arm health, and enhance throwing velocity. It consists of pre-throwing band exercises, long toss drills, and a post-throwing session with D1 Training.
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The catching enhancements feature various innovative catching drills that focus on all facets of catching: blocking, framing, receiving, throwing to bases etc. All Sticks staff running these enhancements have at least college-level catching experience.
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This program is facilitated by D1 Training. Athletes will receive training, strategies, and skills to cut time off their 60-yard dash.
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Lessons are an opportunity to work one-on-one on game mechanics. These lessons focus on developing muscle memory and making key adjustments that will translate to future games and can be used for hitting, pitching, and/or fielding.
Programs
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TBall & Coach Pitch Development
Our T-ball and Coach Pitch Development program is designed specifically for youth players age 3-5 (t-ball) and 5-6 (coach pitch), to help develop a love for the game and learn the core fundamentals needed to advance to higher level baseball.
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High School Program
The Iowa Sticks High School baseball program is designed to help players reach the next level.
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Sticks Academy
Sticks Academy offers opportunities for players not selected for the Sticks Select program or full teams interested in joining the Iowa Sticks Baseball Club.
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Rookie Academy
The Iowa Sticks Rookie Academy introduces players, ages 7U and 8U to the beginning stages of comprehensive baseball training and a first touch into the competitive baseball world.
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Sticks Select
Sticks Select is designed for higher level baseball players aged 9U-12U. Our goal is to develop players who love, appreciate and are committed to the game of baseball and want to continue playing through high school and beyond.
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High School Prep Program
The Iowa Sticks High School prep program is tailored to 13U and 14U players that are serious about playing high school baseball and potentially beyond.
