Travel Baseball Rosters Announced

Congratulations to all the members of the Rocks Travel Baseball Program. Thank You to all the participants.  We are excited about the future of Rocks Baseball and look forward to continued success on the diamond.  GO ROCKS!!!

Those listed below will be contacted by their coach in the coming days regarding planning, schedules, etc. 

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FOR MORE INFORMATION

Contact the Travel Baseball Commissioner, Joe Bennett at tiabennett70@gmail.com.

Although not specifically prohibited, players are strongly discouraged from playing travel baseball and another sport simultaneously during the season (March – July).

*Contact your perspective coach to find out more detailed information.

What is Westfield Rocks Travel Baseball?

The Westfield Rocks travel team provides an opportunity to Westfield players to compete at the highest level of youth baseball competition. The Westfield Rocks proudly represent the Westfield community. The program is founded upon providing the best baseball instruction available while exposing the players to high levels of competition. It also provides parents and our coaching staffs an opportunity to teach values to the players and many lifelong lessons. Teamwork-friendship-respect-practice-dedication and sportsmanship.

At what ages are Westfield Rocks offered?

Westfield Rocks has a team at the following ages 8, 9, 10, 11, 12 & 13.

What is the age cut off?

The age cut off date is May 1st. For example if your child is 9 on May 1st he is eligible to play on the 9 year old team. Your child may try-out for any team he is eligible to try-out for. However, we strongly recommend that players play at their own grade level.

How many games do the travel teams play?

Each teams’ schedule will vary. During the 2007 season the 8 year old team plays 35-40 games per year 9 &10 year old team plays 45-55 games per year and the 11 & 12 year old plays 50-60 games per year.

How much does it cost to play travel baseball?

This will vary depending on fundraising and sponsorships, the base cost is $450.00. This does not include the indoor practice facility or Cooperstown, New York. This special tournament is a week long tournament for the 10u and the 12u teams.

How far do teams travel?

Each team’s schedule will vary. The teams travel locally with most games being played in the Indianapolis suburban area. Teams may decide to participate in an out of state tournament. Each year the 10 year old team and the 12 year old team is eligible to play in Cooperstown, NY.This is not included in the cost. Home games are played at Shamrock Springs.

How long is the season?

Each team sets their own schedule. Typically a team will begin practices once a week in February and begin practicing twice a week in mid to late March. The season usually ends sometime in July.

How much playing time will a player get?

In travel baseball, playing time for each player will depend on a number of variables including but not limited to; Attitude, Ability, Performance at Practice & Games and Hustle.  There is no guaranteed playing time or batting order.  The Head Coach and/or Asst. Coach(s) makes final decisions.