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ACADEMY  PROGRAM

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Being a part of the NWDS Academy Program isn't about a title, it's about an experience, one that should last a lifetime.  We understand the value of athletics and the shaping of our youth and how that will apply to a young man's life beyond baseball.  This is the very reason we take an in-depth approach to coaching.  We believe that our passion, excitement, and looking at the game in-depth, will encourage players to do the same with every aspect of their lives, starting with baseball. 

 

ACADEMY PROGRAM TRYOUTS  2024  are Aug 2-4:

 

Aug. 2, 2023 @ NWDS Academy 

 Hitting, Pitching, Catching

9u/10U @ 4:40 drop-off, -5-5:45pm tryout

11U: 5:25 drop-off, 5:45-6:30p tryout

12U: 6:10 drop-off, 6:30-7:15 tryout

13U: 6:55 drop-off, 7:15-8:30 tryout

14u: 8:10 drop-off, 8:30-9:45 tryout

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NORTHWEST DIAMOND SPORTS

(19380 SW 90th Ct. Tualatin, OR 97062)

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Make-up tryout dates are Aug. 7 & 8. Please register and send us an email sarah.ehinger@gmail.com  for more details. 

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Aug. 3,2023 @ Waluga Park East

Infield, Outfield, Catching 

9U/10U/11U/12U/13u/14

Times: TBD


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Aug. 4 ,2023 @ NWDS Academy

Pitching, Catching

9U/10U/11U/12U/13u/14

Times: TBD

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TRYOUT AND SELECTION PROCESS

Players are expected to try out each year to earn their position on the next season's roster.  Every player will need to register their information using the link above.  All players need to bring all the necessary gear and equipment to the tryout If you can't make the tryout, please let us know and we will arrange an individual/group tryout option at a later date.

Some players will be offered a roster position immediately following the workout.  Others will be placed on a depth chart and contacted within two weeks after the last tryout date. Players who are not selected for a position on a team roster are encouraged to set up a meeting to discuss player strengths, weaknesses, and how they can create a plan for development.

WHAT WE OFFER

  • Professional, Experienced Coaching led by Jose Cepeda, former major leaguer and scout, with a wealth of experience from playing and coaching at the professional level.

  • 6 Week Pre-Season Pitching Program

  • Priority Registration for all Clinics

  • Team Practices beginning in January

  • PreSeason training and Scrimmages

  • 7-10 Tournaments per team

  • Goal of 40+ games per season

  • 2-3 practices per week (indoor/outdoor)

  • NEW! DeMarini/Wilson uniform and gear partnership

  • 2023 Spring Season cost $4000 to $4500

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ABOUT OUR PROGRAM

  • Our goal is to continue as the best academy in OR, with the best hands-on instruction and academic-style approach to coaching. This approach includes:

  • Ensuring that we teach players how to properly play the game.

  • Increasing pre-season and in-season production with improved strength, conditioning, and SAQ programs

  • Forming more competitive teams based on players playing within their prospective age division

  •  Increasing player preparation by expanding classroom settings, the use of drills, and implementing new training technology

  •  Carrying 10 - 12 roster spots, while batting the entire line-up will ensure maximum development for your son.

  •  NWDS requires every player to learn multiple positions to give them more opportunity to play at the high school level

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