Travel baseball is designed for players who want to compete at a higher level than local recreational leagues. Teams practice more often, play against stronger competition, and travel to tournaments both locally and regionally. It’s a step up in commitment, competition, and skill development.

Most teams practice 2–3 times per week with weekend tournaments during the season. Tournaments typically last all day Saturday and Sunday, with some events running Saturday-Monday. Families should expect 2-3 weekends per month of tournament play during the season.

Travel teams have revolving rosters which  means we are always accepting applications for new players.  We typically carry  a roster of 11 – 13 players to each tournament.  If there is room on the  tournament roster, Golden Spikes Baseball will conduct try-outs.  Players will  be assessed on talent and ability, coachability, sportsmanship, commitment,  availability and if needed,  by position.  If you are interested in joining a  team, please complete the Player Interest form.

Most tournaments are within a 30min–3 hour drive, though some teams may participate in regional or national events that require overnight stays. Golden Spikes teams also attend prestigious tournaments such as the Arizona Spring Championship and Cooperstown in NY for 12U.

Travel baseball typically begins around 8U and continues through high school. Golden Spikes offers competitive tournament teams for ages 9U to 13U. We do offer clinics and private coaching for ages 8 to collegiate level

Every player is required to tryout every season, as no position is guaranteed. Golden Spikes normally hosts tryout in early June for fall tournament teams and early December for spring tournament teams. Complete a player interest form at anytime to be considered if there is an open spot on a team or when the next tryout registration is open.

Tryouts usually involve evaluating hitting, pitching, fielding, speed, and overall game awareness. Coaches look not only at talent, but also at attitude, work ethic, and how players respond to coaching. Complete a player interest form at anytime to be considered if there is an open spot on a team or when the next tryout registration is open.

Travel baseball attracts stronger players, so the level of play is noticeably higher than rec ball. Games are faster-paced, pitching is stronger, and players are expected to know game situations. This competitive environment helps athletes grow quickly.

Players gain advanced training, exposure to tougher competition, and opportunities to grow mentally as well as physically. Many travel baseball players, including our own past home grown students, go on to play at the high school, college, and even professional levels. Just as important, they develop discipline, resilience, and teamwork.

Consider your athlete’s interest level, your family’s availability for practices and tournaments, and your budget for fees and travel. If your player is eager for more baseball and wants to be challenged, travel baseball can be a great investment in both their development and their love of the game.

Yes, Golden Spikes is an open program. Our policy is that you attend the  workout for your appropriate age group unless you have otherwise received
approval.

Golden Spikes Baseball requires a fully executed waiver, a signed Commitment  Letter as well as a copy of your child’s birth certificate.