Build a Golden Future
Golden Spikes Baseball develops home-grown players with elite coaching, a no-daddy-ball culture, and whole-game development. For 15+ years we’ve competed locally and nationally—many of today’s Sacramento-area high school to MLB standouts started here. Select teams also travel to Cooperstown and the Spring Arizona Championship. If your athlete is ready for a higher standard of training, culture, and competition, this is where it starts.
Fall 2026 Tournament Team Tryouts
At Golden Spikes, we’re not just looking for players, we’re building complete ballplayers. Our program is designed for families who believe in long-term development, discipline, and results that extend beyond weekend trophies.
From skill mastery to Baseball IQ, every athlete who joins Golden Spikes gains access to a proven system built by former collegiate and MLB coaches who understand what it truly takes to play at the next level.
Tryouts: Sun., June 7th, 2026
Location: Pete Singer Park, 674 Groveland Lane, Lincoln, CA 95648
9U & 10U Time: 8:30 AM – 10:00 PM
11U & 12U Time: 10:15 AM – 12:15 PM
13U & 14U Time: 12:30 PM – 2:00 PM
Make-up Tryouts: Wed., June 10th, 2026
Location: Golden Spikes Facility, 3344 Swetzer Ct., Loomis, CA 95650
9U-14U Time: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Who We’re Evaluating
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Ages: 9U, 10U, 11U, 12U, 13U and 14U (find your league age)
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Athlete Profile: Coachable competitors with strong work ethic, team-first mindset, and a drive to improve.
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Commitment: 2 practices per week, 2 local and regional tournaments per month, and select travel events.
What to Expect at Tryouts
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Skill Assessment: Hitting, fielding, pitching, catching, and base running
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Athletic Testing: Speed, agility, and movement quality
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Coach Interaction: Meet our paid coaching staff and learn our development model
Why Golden Spikes
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Elite Coaching: Paid coaches focused on whole team development (no daddy-ball)
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Whole-Game Development: Mechanics, mentality, movement, and a game IQ
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Competitive Pathway: Local and national tournaments plus select travel events
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Proven Track Record: 15+ years building players who reach collegiate to MLB levels
What to Bring
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Baseball pants, shirt, belt, hat, and cleats
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Glove, bat, helmet, and catcher’s gear (if applicable)
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Water bottle
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Arrive 20 minutes early for check-in and warm-up
Meet Past Spikes Players
Join The Spikes Family
Start your Golden Spikes journey here. Whether you're aiming for a spot on one of our tournament teams or looking for clinics, small group training, or 1-on-1 lessons, our player request form is the first step. Submit your info, and we’ll connect your athlete with the right coach and opportunities based on their age, experience, and goals.
Behind Every Spike Is a Story
From little league leaps to big league dreams, see what real families have to say about their journey with us.
Alex Creel and Bret Hemphill are world class instructors. From private lessons to tournament teams these guys run a great business! If you want the best baseball instruction in town, Golden Spikes is the place.
Not only are the players taught to play the game in age appropriate levels, there is community among families/coaches and players. Spikes shine at tournaments because – win or lose – they show respect and good sportsmanship – life skills beyond baseball
Alex’s program has developed my son into one of our leagues top strikes thrower at 10 years old. In just one Rocket Arm Session he has increased velocity, accuracy, and consistency. Thanks Coach Alex!