T-Ball and Coach Pitch Development
ages 3-6
PROGRAM coordinators:
Drake Sykes and Deshawn Welch
t-Ball and Coach Pitch Development
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION:
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. Our primary focus is development while still creating a fun experience. The program is led by the Iowa Sticks coaching staff who will teach the fundamental skills and rules of the game.
We offer two sessions, early spring (late March to mid-May) and summer (mid-June to mid-July). Each session consists of one weekly practice at Sportsplex West in Waukee and a game on Sunday afternoons at a local outdoor ballpark.
KEY AREA OF DEVELOPMENT:
1. Throwing
2. Catching
3. Hitting
4. Fielding
5. Base running
6. Rules of the game
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.
