Summer Ball

Timnath Cubs Summer Ball 2026 Program Vision

Overview

  • Focus on player development, competition, and team culture
  • Aligned with Timnath Cubs values and long-term growth of the program and success of spring season

Team Structure

18U Team

  • High-level competitive team
  • Plays a highly competitive schedule
  • Plans for 1–2 out-of-state tournaments (e.g., Perfect Game, Pathways)
  • Expectation: player commitment to high performance and preparation for post-high school play
  • Emphasis on leadership, mental game, and college exposure

16U Team

  • Strong local schedule with focus on competitiveness and player growth
  • Participation in 1 out-of-state tournament
  • Continued emphasis on skill development and game IQ
  • Preparation for varsity-level play

15U Team (Incoming Freshmen)

  • Local-only schedule
  • Emphasis on individual development and fundamentals
  • Focus on preparing for high school baseball
  • Developmental playing time prioritized over results
  • Team bonding and confidence-building atmosphere

Practice and Weights

  • Practices begin in late May (after spring season)
  • 1-2 practices per week per team depending on level
  • 2-3 weight lifting sessions per week

Tournament & Game Scheduling

  • Balanced number of games per team (based on age and goals)
  • Carefully selected tournaments to match team level

Player Expectations

  • Commitment to team schedule and full participation
  • Accountability in effort, attitude, and behavior
  • Maintaining a growth mindset and focus on learning
  • Representing Timnath Cubs with sportsmanship and pride

Parent Communication & Involvement

  • Team meetings TBD to review expectations and logistics
  • Ongoing communication via Band app
  • Volunteer and fundraising opportunities

Uniforms & Gear

  • Summer practice shirt
  • Two jerseys
  • Two hats

Budget

  • Estimated player fees per level TBD (with out-of-state travel in mind)

Key Dates & Timeline

  • Tryouts: 15U tryout on July 23rd 5pm at Timnath High School
  • Team selections finalized by late Fall 2025
  • Parent meetings and gear orders in early spring
  • Practice begins late May
  • Games begin in early June, run through July

Information about summer baseball programs will be posted here.