why choose the Iowa Sticks baseball club?
development first.
We provide a development-focused training structure that supports athletes from youth through high school. With a highly experienced staff and data-driven approach, we ensure every player—no matter their age or level—receives the personalized support they need to grow and succeed.
Our training includes:
D1 Training Membership – foundational skill-building for youth athletes
Sticks Strength – advanced performance training for high school athletes
Curve Athletics Testing – measure speed, arm strength, and exit velocity
Individual Feedback & Custom Plans – tailored development for every athlete, every step of the way
elite coaching.
All Select teams are led by experienced coaches—no parent-coached teams. Our staff includes former MLB, pro, and college players who bring high-level instruction and a deep commitment to each athlete’s growth.
In our Sticks Academy program, we blend that same high-level instruction with support from dedicated parent coaches, creating a strong foundation for developing players.
Wherever your athlete is on their journey, we provide real coaching, real development, and real results.
exposure.
From 13U to high school, we compete in the top Midwest and national tournaments—where elite talent meets serious exposure.
Free PBR showcase for every player
400+ college commits and counting
College coaches know where to find us—and they do
Whether you're just stepping into travel ball or preparing for college recruitment, we put our players on the right fields at the right time.
premier throwing program.
Led by Matt Koch—13-year MLB veteran—our throwing program is trusted by D1 programs and professional athletes across the country.
Full assessment-based plans
Gain velocity, refine mechanics, sharpen secondary pitches
Built for serious arms ready to take the next step
This is more than just throwing. It’s elite-level training from someone who’s been there.
top-notch facilities.
Train like a pro at our indoor and outdoor training facilities.
Sportsplex Norwalk: 11,000 sqft of Field Turf with 9 divider nets and outfitted with the latest in sports technology.
Fareway Fields: 10 acres of turf fields.
Sportsplex West: 36,000 sq ft indoor sports training complex providing artificial turf, batting cages and pitching lanes.
d1 training +
Sticks strength
included.
Strength. Speed. Size. Next-level performance—at no extra cost.
Youth Players – FREE 9-month D1 training membership
High School Players – FREE Sticks Strength program
No one else in Iowa matches this level of athlete development. Build the strength, speed, and size it takes to elevate your game.