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2010 NWDS Try-Outs
2010 NWDS Try-Outs
Last Updated on Wednesday, 14 October 2009 10:17
2010 Try-Out Update for Parents and Players
Here at NW Diamond Sports we have made much progress in sifting and sorting through the many players that participated in this year’s try-out. Teams have first draft rosters, depth charts have been assembled, and we are in the final stages of fine-tuning our plan for development for each team in the program.
As planned, our staff will now begin calling parents and players to set up meetings for each individual family to discuss player participation within the program. As you know we have more than 50 families to meet with so your patience as we work through this process is very much appreciated. We feel it is important to note, we would like to sit with each and every family to discuss a plan for development for your son. For some players we feel the program is a good fit and for other players we feel might need a little more time to develop or would best benefit with a different plan for development. Either way, we want what is best for your son and we would like to be a part of his development both before and in the upcoming season.
Below is an overview of what is to be covered in Player/Parent/Coaches Meetings. Information packets with specific info for your team will be given to each family at meetings.
In ATP Meetings Our Staff will Discuss with you the Parent(s):
Details of the 2010 Academy Teams Program
NWDS Coaching Philosophy
Player’s Fit in Our Program
Our Plan of Attach for Developing Players
Academy Program Policies/Procedures
Player and Parent Contracts
Finances, Fundraising, and Payment Options
In Alternative Plans for Development Meetings Our Staff will Discuss with you the Parent(s):
Option of Becoming an Alternate Player
Further Evaluation and Written Plan for Development
One-on-One Instruction with Pre and In-Season Training
Alternate Roster Group Training
Development in Camps and Clinics
Meetings will begin Monday, October 19th and we anticipate them to continue through mid-November. Our goal to have final rosters set has been adjusted to the week of the Thanksgiving Holiday. If you have not been contacted by November 23rd please contact Bryan Goff at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Thanks again for your patience and consideration while our staff works through this time consuming process. We hope to be talking with you soon.
Sincerely,
Northwest Diamond Sports Coaching Staff
503-888-6783
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2010 NW Diamond Sports Academy Workout
Open to All Players Ages 10-15!
Open to All Players Ages 10-15!
Our objective is to provide players with instruction and give our coaching staff a chance to evaluate players in both practice and competitive situations. Our goal is to make this workout focused but also fun and exciting.
Players will need to wear regular/athletic or turf shoes and bring their bats, gloves, and helmets. (If you do not have a bat we have demo bats from DeMarini at the facility). Catchers should bring their gear should there be an opportunity for them to do some catching.
To register for the Alternate Workout please click the following link – http://www.nwdiamond.com/store. You can find the “2010 NW Diamond Sports Try-Out” in the middle of the page. Click options and select the appropriate age group for the 2010 Spring baseball season. If you are unable to attend this workout and would like to be considered as a candidate for the Academy Teams Program please email us at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or call 503-888-6783 to set-up an individual workout.
Opportunities for Players by Age Division
15U - Short-Season Team (3-5 Tournaments) after your JBO season
14U - Alternate Players for Current Club / Short-Season Team
13U - Short-Season Team (3-5 Tournaments) after your JBO season
12U - Alternate Players for Current Club / Short Season Team
11U - Short-Season Team (3-5 Tournaments) after your JBO season
10U - Short-Season Team (3-5 Tournaments) after your JBO season
Players on short-season teams will train with NWDS early in the year in "spring training" and "mini-camps", will have the opportunity to play with their local baseball organization while practicing with Northwest Diamond Sports a few times monthly, and will re-group toward the end of the summer season for more practice and tournament play in August and September.
The 2010 NWDS Academy Teams Program
The philosophy of our Academy Teams Program is based on player and personal development with a goal of preparing players for their next level of play. Our program takes pride in not only teaching the highest levels of fundamental play in baseball but also on developing character and values such as: respect, integrity, accountability, class, work ethic, and teamwork; qualities that will make players strong both on and off the field.
New to the Academy Program in 2010!
Off-Season Training Packages - providing players the opportunity to train in the off-season during the months of October, November, December, and January.
Early Work - providing instruction in fundamental batting, base running, infield and outfield play, pitching, and catching.
Position Specific Clinics - expanding upon basic training to fine-tune fundamentals, strategic play, and mental approach at each position on the field in small group settings.
Player Syllabus - player's agenda for workout regimen, position specific practice, batting practices, SQ&A, scheduled evaluations, video analysis, and player/instructor meetings.
Standard Training in the NW Diamond Sports Academy Program
One-on-One Instruction - each player through out the course of the season will use hours designated to him to work one-on-one with instructors for his own personal development.
Team Practice - team practices will be comprised of indoor and on-field training as well as inter-squad play and scrimmage with local teams and other baseball academies.
If you are interested in scrimmage with one of our academy teams please email us at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it as we are currently assembling a list of teams for scrimmage play during the 2010 season.
Classroom Settings - players will activate their minds in the classroom while instructors review fundamentals, baseball strategy, mental approach, and situational play.
Tournament Play - NWDS Academy Teams will compete against some of the best competition in the Northwest in a select game schedule and tournament play.
Qualities that make an NW Diamond Sports Prospect Player...
From average talent to some of the best in the Northwest, we want to fill our rosters with baseball players that absolutely love to play the game. We want players that want to learn and will give their best effort every time they step onto the field. If this sounds like you, come see us at the Academy Workout. We want to be a part of your life in baseball.
Other Northwest Diamond Sports News
48 Northwest Diamond Sports students, alumni, and Academy Teams players enter the Prospect Games in the Northwest! Northwest Diamond Sports is proud to have these players showcased as some of the best players in the area. These guys work very hard and their dedication and commitment to baseball is becoming more apparent each year. Congratulations to all players who will be playing in the 2009 Prospect Games. We are happy to have been able to help you along your way and we look forward to continuing our work together in the future.
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REGISTER BY CLICKING HERE Cost for Try-Out is $20 per player.
1) Two and a half hours of instruction and evaluation with the NWDS staff.
2) Rental of the facilities
3) $20 Gift Certificate that can be used toward any NWDS program or private lesson.
REGISTER BY CLICKING HERE Cost for Try-Out is $20 per player.
1) Two and a half hours of instruction and evaluation with the NWDS staff.
2) Rental of the facilities
3) $20 Gift Certificate that can be used toward any NWDS program or private lesson.
