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Year-round · 11U–18U

Built For Year-Round Elevation.

One Unified System. One Baseball Home.

Skip the friction of rotating programs and external trainers. North Seattle Select Baseball delivers a seamless, multi-season pathway — refining mechanics in the facility and sharpening game IQ on the field under one consistent coaching vision.

11
Teams across the club
11U–18U
Age divisions
365°
Days of facility access
12+
Seasons running
What we offer

11 teams, 7 age divisions, one pathway

Two teams at each of our younger age groups, tightening to a single roster as players specialize — every level run by the same coaching staff, so nothing resets as players move up.

11U
Base camp · 2 teams

2 Teams

The level

Entry point to select-level baseball. Two teams give players room for age-appropriate competition and enough roster depth for meaningful, consistent playing time rather than a bench-heavy single squad.

Player expectations

Show up prepared, apply coaching feedback, and treat teammates, opponents, and the game with respect. Effort and attitude matter more than any single result.

Development focus

Fundamental mechanics in throwing, fielding, and hitting, plus the first layer of baseball IQ. Just as important: the daily habits — arriving early, caring for gear, communicating on the field — that carry through every level above this one.

Student-athlete balance

The habits we build here — showing up prepared, listening closely, following through — are the same habits that make a strong student. 11U gives players an early, low-stakes place to practice discipline and time management before school workloads increase.

12U
Base camp · 2 teams

2 Teams

The level

The second year of our base-camp tier, building directly on 11U fundamentals with more advanced game situations and a fuller slate of select competition. Two teams again keep matchups and reps age-appropriate.

Player expectations

The same coachability and effort expected at 11U, now with a bit more accountability — 12U players are increasingly looked to as examples for the group coming up behind them.

Development focus

Refining the mechanics introduced at 11U while adding situational awareness — baserunning reads, defensive positioning, and the first real exposure to game strategy.

Student-athlete balance

As commitments grow, 12U players start learning to plan their own week — balancing practice, homework, and rest. That early ownership of a schedule is one of the most transferable skills baseball teaches, well before it shows up on a report card.

13U
High school prep · 2 teams

2 Teams

The level

The first jump toward the big field — 80-foot base paths and a taller mound, a stepping stone before full 90-foot dimensions. Two teams let players moving up from 12U and more experienced 13U players get grouped at the right pace for that transition.

Player expectations

Own your daily preparation. Arrive ready to work, and hold each other accountable to the bigger-field standard — this is where personal responsibility starts to matter as much as talent.

Development focus

Re-calibrating mechanics for the 80-foot diamond — longer throws, mound height, and pitch speed perception all change at once. Strength and conditioning work steps up here to support the bigger field.

Student-athlete balance

Middle school brings a heavier academic load right as baseball gets more physically demanding. We use this level to reinforce that school comes first — the same accountability and preparation we expect on the 80-foot diamond is what keeps grades and baseball moving together, not competing.

14U
High school prep · 2 teams

2 Teams

The level

The move to full 90-foot bases — the true high school diamond — completing the transition that began at 80 feet the year before. Two teams keep the season high-rep as players prepare for high school-aged competition.

Player expectations

Full ownership of preparation and conditioning, plus real on-field leadership — 14U players are expected to set the tone for 13U teammates and younger players in the facility.

Development focus

Advanced full-field skill work on the 90-foot diamond, with more positional specialization, especially at pitcher and catcher, alongside increased strength and conditioning as players approach the high school transition.

Student-athlete balance

With high school on the horizon, 14U players are managing real academic stakes — grades that matter for placement and eligibility — alongside a full baseball season. We treat this as practice for the balancing act that defines the next four years.

15U
Varsity prep · 1 team

1 Team

The level

The bridge into varsity-caliber competition. A single, more selective roster reflects the level’s higher bar as players begin to specialize by position and role.

Player expectations

Mental toughness — handling failure and pressure with composure — matters as much as physical tools. 15U players are expected to lead by example for our younger age groups.

Development focus

Advanced skill refinement — pitch recognition, situational hitting, defensive specialization — paired with mental-game training: pre-pitch routines, focus, and composure under pressure.

Student-athlete balance

Now in high school and often playing school ball in the spring, 15U players are managing two demanding commitments at once. Our fall and winter programming is built around the high school calendar, and the discipline required to balance both is exactly what colleges and coaches notice later.

16U
Varsity prep · 1 team

1 Team

The level

Our varsity-prep tier’s top age group — a single, highly competitive roster built for players pushing toward varsity minutes and college-prep exposure.

Player expectations

Composure under pressure and a high standard of daily preparation. 16U players are culture-carriers for the entire club, expected to lead younger teammates by example in the facility and on the field.

Development focus

Advanced mechanical refinement supported by data — tracking exit velocity, spin rate, and velocity development on HitTrax and Rapsodo — alongside the first real focus on building a recruiting profile.

Student-athlete balance

16U players are deep into the rhythm of balancing varsity baseball, coursework, and everything else high school asks of them. We treat that balance as part of development, not a distraction from it — the focus and time management it takes are the same qualities that stand out in a strong recruiting profile.

18U
College prep · 1 team

1 Team

The level

Our most competitive roster and the top of the pathway — built for players in the thick of college recruiting, preparing for their final seasons of high school and amateur baseball.

Player expectations

The elite discipline and accountability that college coaches expect — on video, in the dugout, and in the classroom. 18U players represent the program in front of recruiters and younger Rainiers alike.

Development focus

College-readiness across the board: video and analytics-driven refinement, strength training to support physical maturity, and building the exposure — showcases, video, coach contacts — that recruiting requires.

Student-athlete balance

For 18U players, school and baseball are no longer separate tracks — grades, test scores, and NCAA eligibility are part of the recruiting picture itself. We support that whole picture, because the discipline that makes a player recruitable is the same discipline that makes them ready for college, on and off the field.

The annual rhythm

How the year unfolds

Spring

Tryouts & team placement

Open evaluations each spring sort players by age group and competitive level, with follow-up sessions to finalize rosters.

September – October

Fall Baseball

Twice-weekly facility training paired with a guaranteed slate of games against local club teams.

November – February

Winter Training

An indoor development block focused on mechanics, arm care, and strength, with outdoor practices worked in whenever weather allows — no games, just building the foundation for spring.

March – July

Season

Local season league play for our older age groups runs alongside a full tournament schedule — every age group, 11U through 18U, competes in tournaments.

Year-round

The facility, underneath it all

Every program above runs out of the same indoor facility with the same coaching staff, so nothing resets between seasons.

Most travel programs subject players to a constant cycle of resets — passing them between spring teams, autumn leagues, and standalone trainers.

North Seattle Select Baseball eliminates that friction entirely. Because our entire pathway operates under one coaching staff and inside our own dedicated facility, your player’s development plan never halts. Swing mechanics, arm-care routines, and tactical expectations carry forward seamlessly from tryouts all the way through the spring season.

That continuity is our fundamental edge — steady, compounding elevation instead of relearning a new system every season.

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2026/2027 Season

Find your player’s next step

Whether it’s tryouts, Fall Ball, or winter training, our staff can help you find the right program for your player’s age and level.

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