One thing that separates CCB from other programs is our attention to detail. We look to build the athlete from the ground up and teach them the ins and outs of this game. Baseball is a game of inches. It is about honing in the minute details and executing fundamentals. Spring Training is a chance for our players to perfect their craft starting from the beginning stages. It’s not about jumping into tournaments. To see success, you must build success! This also serves as a tryout for all of our CCB Elite teams.

 

Training Dates: Sunday January 7th –  Sunday, Jan 28th

Ages: 9u-14u

Format:

Stretch/active warm-up: We will take our athletes through an in-depth active warm up routine. It is important athletes learn how to properly prepare their bodies to achieve maximum results

 

Throw: We install a throwing program specific to each position. For guys who are utility players we have a certain throwing program to follow.

 

Base running: We break down the proper form, technique, and strategy. Players will learn how to read the game from an offensive standpoint and learn how to gain bases without the help of a coach.

 

Fielding: We breakdown basic CCB principles of fielding and hone in the fundamentals. Players will learn the technique and responsibilities of every position in the infield. Outfielders will learn the techniques of tracking a baseball as well as learn routes and how to read a ball without watching it. Expect to be a utility player!

 

Pitchers: Will install proper mechanics, knowledge, and confidence. We will STUDY the game. Pitchers will be given a throwing and arm program that will be completed regularly through all seasons played for CCB. With new technology being available for mechanical breakdowns, we will be introducing this to our athletes!

 

Catchers: We will learn proper receiving and blocking techniques and join a study session with pitchers to learn how to call pitches. Lastly, catchers will be trained to be CAPTAINS! It is your job to command what occurs on the field.

 

Hitters: We will learn how to be aggressive to fastballs in the zone and be able to hit the ball to all fields with power. If you can take away and divide the plate into pieces, you can form a plan for success!

 

Mind/Body Care: Between our entire coaching staff we have bachelor degrees in many areas however we do have three B.S. in Kinesiology and one in Sports Psychology. We preach physical and mental health. Physically, we take pride in teaching our athletes how to train their bodies to uphold the demands of a baseball season. In addition, we teach our athletes about proper ways to speak and think that breeds success. Speak it into existence; speak in positives! In addition, OrthoNorcal Physical Therapy runs screening for our athletes to pin point any mobility inefficiencies.

Purpose:

Spring Training is a chance for us to properly prepare athletes for their upcoming seasons. It is important that players take the necessary steps and get proper in detailed practice to form good habits before games begin. Spring training is a time to perfect our craft as ball players and then come tournament season we display our hard work. This also serves as tryouts for all of our CCB Elite teams.

Age Specific Goals:

10u: enhance fundamentals and improve basic knowledge of the game.

11u: Introduce more advanced CCB principles and hone in fundamentals

12u: Improve fundamentals, perfect CCB concepts already taught, prepare for 13u field change, begin preparation for 2024 Summer trip

13u: Prepare for High School. Improve fundamentals, hone in our philosophies, learn the full size field, adjust pitchers for major league distance.

14u/8^th graders: help ball players continue to mature, begin preparation for 14u Perfect Game World Series, USA Championships,WWBA’s, College Team Camps, and most importantly put you ahead of the game for high school.

2024 Breakdown:

January: Spring Training Practices

February: Sunday Scrimmages

March: Begin tournament play (more info to come)

Location/time:

San Jose Area

Rainout Policy:

In case of heavy rain we will email you no later than 3 hours before your time slot of any schedule change

Fee:

Payment info will be sent once player application is filled out.

Attire:

Full Baseball gear/ cleats and running shoes. We will supply practice jersey and hat.

Coaching Staff:

Our entire coaching staff comes from college or professional experience. The resume’s of our coaching staff cover all levels of baseball: junior college, NAIA, D3, D2, D1, MiLB, and MLB.

Amenities:

We have had the luxury of being well connected. Baseball is a small world and if you work hard at it, it rewards you. We have been fortunate to give our athletes access to: gyms, hitting facilities, physical therapists, corrective exercise trainers, strength and conditioning coaches, sports psychologists, online training, CCB alum to come speak to our athletes. 

  

Take Home Workouts:

CCB members receive throwing programs and arm strengthening/maintenance programs that help improve the overall efficiency of the arm. These workouts are to be done on your own at home every Tuesday and Thursday and take you through the entire year.

Guest Speakers:

We believe our athletes should be able to have direct access to players who are in the position our athletes want to be in. We bring in college and pro ball players as well as coaches to talk with both parents and players. This gives you the chance to ask questions and hear how these high level ball players and coaches got to where they are now!