Playing select baseball is an incredible experience for young athletes, but the costs involved can be a challenge for families and teams. Tournament fees, travel expenses, equipment, and training all add up quickly. To help your team focus on the game and less on the finances, effective fundraising is essential. […]
When your player takes the field for NTX Select, they’re not just “playing defense”—they’re part of a well-oiled machine with nine unique positions, each playing a crucial role in shutting down the opposing offense. Whether you’re new to select baseball or just brushing up, understanding how the defensive side of […]
When your player steps up to the plate, there’s nothing quite like the right walk-up song to set the tone. Whether it’s for building confidence, pumping up the team, or just adding some swagger to their stride, walk-up songs are one of baseball’s coolest traditions—and MLB players are setting the […]
Where Are the Umpires? The Growing Crisis in North Texas Select Baseball Select baseball is booming in North Texas. With more teams, more tournaments, and more competitive action than ever before, the game is thriving—but there’s one major problem looming over every weekend tournament: a critical umpire shortage. What used […]
Baseball card collecting offers a unique blend of America’s pastime with the thrill of the hunt and potential investment opportunities. Whether you’re a coach looking to connect with players through a shared hobby, a parent wanting to bond with your baseball-loving child, or a player interested in the trading card […]
With the release of MLB The Show 25, excitement is soaring in dugouts and living rooms across the country. For young ballplayers, it’s more than just a video game drop—it’s a chance to step into the cleats of their favorite pros, call pitches like a catcher, and build dream rosters […]
As a parent navigating the world of select baseball in North Texas, you’ve probably heard the phrase “trust the process.” But sometimes, the process isn’t working — or worse, it’s not even focused on the right goals. Not every team operates with long-term player development in mind, and some warning […]
If you’ve ever sat on a folding chair with a monogrammed cushion, yelled “HYDRATE!” across a turf field, and packed enough snacks to supply an entire tournament—you’re one of us. But let’s be honest… not all baseball moms are created equal. There are types. And if you’ve been around a […]
“Because yelling ‘NICE CUT!’ is a full-body sport.” Here’s a 5×5 bingo card layout (center square is free, of course)—ready to turn any weekend tournament into a sideline competition of your own. 👇 Things Baseball Parents Say on Repeat (and What We Actually Mean) (aka “What Comes Out of Our […]
Let’s be honest: select baseball dads are a different breed. You’ve either: Spent $400 on a bat your kid still can’t hit with Threatened to “have a word” with the coach Or quietly Googled “how to throw a cutter” in the parking lot You’ve done one. Maybe all three. So […]
