Congratulations to Sage White and Harrison Hefley for signing to play college baseball next season. Sage will be attending Harding University and Harrison will be attending the University of Arkansas.
Parents
Thank you for getting you son signed up for session 3 classes. Due to the recent schedule changes of the RHS Fieldhouse, the MBA class times for session 3 will be changing, as well.
Class Schedule
Sundays
1 pm- 2 pm (Hitting-Grades 6th-8th/Middle School)
2 pm- 3 pm (Pitching/Defense- Grades 6th-8th/Middle School)
3 pm- 4 pm (Hitting-Elementary)
4 pm-5 pm (Pitching/Defense-Elementary)
Saturday
As of right now, we do not have enough players enrolled in the Saturday classes. Therefore, there will be no classes offered for session 3. If you are registered for a Saturday class, there is still room available on Sunday's but they are filling fast. Since there has been such a high demand for Sunday's, in this session, I divided elementary and middle school into two separate groups.
I apologize for the inconvenience of this schedule change, but have heard the request of most of those enrolled in session 2 and each mentioned that this time change will work. If there are any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to call me.
We've made some exciting updates to our website which include a new Class Store with online payment option, as well as, the ability to accept tax-exempt donations using a credit or debit card!
The Class Store resembles a traditional online shopping experience complete with a Shopping Cart and Checkout process. You can pay online, or by check/cash on the first day of class. After completing the Checkout process, you will receive an email notification that your order was received, followed by a confirmation email of successful enrollment in the class.
Online Donations are now fast and easy! Go to the Donate page, and click the "Donate" button. Select the amount and program fund you'd like to support. You'll receive a confirmation email with tax-exempt information to keep for your records.
We hope you like these new features!
Tryout times, ages, and places are posted below, please read closely...
14U- Veterans Park 1pm-3pm
13U (AA)/12U (AAA)- Lowell Elementary Field 1:00pm-3:00pm
12U (AA)/11U (AA)- Lowell Elementary Field 3:00pm-5:00pm
10U (AA)/ 9U (AA)- Lowell Elementary Field 5:00pm-7:00pm
Attention future Mountie parents and players,
We are proud to begin our 6th year for the Mountaineer Baseball Academy (MBA). If you have a son that is in the RHS feeder pattern and interested in playing competitive baseball, please come out and join us for our annual player evaluations/tryouts. If you are currently playing USSSA baseball on another team, and you are in the Mountie feeder pattern, I want to encourage you to come under our banner. This will not only help prepare you for the upcoming season, but will also help us reach our goals for the RHS baseball program, too.
Tryouts for 2016 USSSA teams will be Saturday August 1. We will do elementary (3-5th) 8:30-10:30 and middle school (6-8) from 10:30-12:30 at the RHS Fieldhouse. All players trying out must come ready by having a glove, tennis shoes (no cleats), baseball pants (tucked in), hat, and a great attitude!! Please be on time and register prior to the start of tryouts at the registration table located at the southeast corner of the turf room.
It's a GREAT day to be a MOUNTIE,
Coach Bunch
We are excited to announce our brand-new Mountie Baseball Academy (MBA) website. Our old site was beginning to show its age and it was time get a fresh start. We've teamed up with the talented team at MurDog Creative to build a site that can help us stay connected to you our athletes and parents.
We've refreshed the look and feel and simplified the site so that you can easily find the information you need. We've also been blessed to have some incredible photography taken for us by Mark Strickland. Thank you Mark for what you do for MBA.
We hope you enjoy the new site. Remember to check back for updates and news about the Mountie Baseball Academy.
This years summer baseball camp will be held at Northwest Park June 16-18 from 8:30 am-12:00 pm. The days for the camp will be Monday through Wednesday. The summer camp is open enrollment for anyone interested in the "Mountie Way" of fundamental baseball. That means anyone, so bring your cousins, friends from other schools, etc.
The camp will focus on fundamental skills of baseball throughout the morning and then move to skill application and game play at the end. There will be many fundamental skills covered, including, baserunning, proper throwing and mechanics, proper catching mechanics, hitting, situational baseball IQ challenge, pitching, etc.
Our concession stand will be available, so sending a few extra dollars for Gatorades, water, sunflower seeds, etc. would be a good idea.
The camp will be ran by several of our state runner up players and coaches. For more information click here!!! Walk-ups are welcome.
You can support the MBA by purchasing some new MBA fan gear! The MBA has been working with 316 Sports in Lowell to offer a few options for parents, friends and family to show their support for the MBA and all of our boys. Below is a link to the order form that shows the options we currently have available. All orders will be paid when picked up from 316 Sports.
Please send all orders to April Lindner at aprillindner@cox.net or give to her at practice/games.
All orders need to be received by Wednesday May 7 @ 8:00pm.
Note: All orders will have to be picked up at 316 Sports in Lowell. Also, if you order sunglasses, there is a total minimum order of 48.
MBA Fan Gear Order Form
If you have any questions, please email aprillindner@cox.net
For every order received the MBA will receive a portion to support the program.
We are about six to eight weeks from the beginning of baseball season. Now is the time to enroll in order to get ready for the up and coming season. Don't be left behind this season sign up today.
"For me, I am focused on what I want to do. I know what I need to do to be a champion, so I am working on it." -Usain Bolt
MBA players it is time to be "working on it". Some people dream about success other people get up and do something about it. Sign up now for Session 5.
Coach Bunch
Today's classes are cancelled due to road conditions. Stay home and stay safe.
Bring in the New Year by getting ready for this fast approaching baseball season...Session 4 classes are enrolling now!!
"Failure to prepare is preparing to fail."-John Wooden
Begin preparing for this next baseball season now, session 4 classes are open for enrollment!
Players and Parents
Due to the timing of Christmas this year, our camp dates will be December 30-31 from 9-12. This camp will provide a great opportunity for not just future Mounties, grades K-8th, but for any player in Northwest Arkansas or beyond. This camp along with our summer camp are the only two opportunities for any player from any school district to participate in. So, baseball players and parents take advantage of this camp and the unique opportunity to work with some of our state finalist varsity Mountaineer players and coaches! Sign-up today.
Alright future Mounties, the end of the year is drawing to a close. We are now enrolling our last session for the year. Take advantage of the multiple class offerings and begin improving your baseball skills for the spring. True champions work hard in the offseason and play hard and have fun during the spring! Session 3 starts on November 9, sign-up today.
Future Mountie Parents and Players
Please take advantage of our classes...the next enrollment date will be Nov. 1. Space is limited and so is time to prepare for this upcoming season.
Alright future Mounties, it's that time of the year again. Take advantage of our new and improved classess, enroll now! These classes are unique to any other instruction, we offer great fundamental instruction with a competitive edge over any private instruction in the area. All this at an affordable rate, so your future Mountie can continue taking the classes over and over again. This combined with the fact that the classes are taught by the 2013 State Finalist coaches and players! Keep the tradition going, click here and sign up today.
Online registration is available here: Online Registration.
You can now pre-register for MBA USSSA team tryouts scheduled for Sunday August 4th, from 2-4 pm at the RHS Fieldhouse. If unable to make it, the makeup day is Sunday August 25th from 2-4 pm at the RHS Fieldhouse. You can select either date.
Update on 2013-08-25 16:40 by Mountie Baseball Academy
Pre-Registration is now closed. Please join us at 2pm today at the RHS Fieldhouse and register at that time.
Save The Date!
Tryouts for MBA Teams have been scheduled for Sunday August 4th, from 2-4 pm at the RHS Fieldhouse. If unable to make it, the makeup day is Sunday August 25th. from, 2-4 pm at the RHS Fieldhouse.
Tryouts are for 7-12 year old students that live in the Rogers High School feeder pattern school zones.
MBA Parents and Players
Session 5 will be the final session until our Summer Camp in May. Enroll now to help your son make the preseason adjustments needed to have a successful 2013 baseball season. These classes combined with a great work ethic will allow for minimal adjustments to be made during the season. The optimal time for improvement and growth is in the offseason. Waiting until the season to start, to begin skill training, is never best practice. Players be prepared before the first pitch sign up today!
Dear MBA Players and Parents
The MBA is now accepting membership applications and enrolling in session three of the fall MBA classes. The classes are reserved for those in the RHS feeder pattern. All those enrolling, in classes, must first fill out and pay the $40 annual membership fee (this covers facilities fees, equipment, facilities waver). This fee is good for the entire school year (August-June).
Once a member, each player will have access to take as many classes as they want for just $25 a class. Why so low of a price? There are a few reasons. First, we want all players to have access to the best baseball instruction, no matter what their socio-economical background is. Next, the classes are designed to take more than once. Each class will take into account of where each player is based on an individual player assessments and test. So, no matter if your son is the most advanced hitter or just starting out, the classes will meet them where they are. This means they never stop learning and getting better. Last, there will be a variety of classes offered. Therefore, the players may want to work on hitting one month and then pitching the next. This also allows each player to continue improving their baseball skills year around, while allowing them to participate in other sports and extra-curricular activities.
Go Mounties,
Darek Bunch
MBA President
Tryouts for next season's competitive teams will on August 26th and September 2nd as follows:
First and Second Grade: 2:00 - 3:30 pm
Third through Fifth Grade: 3:15 - 5:00 pm
Sixth through Eight Grade: 4:45 - 6:30 pm
All tryouts will be at the Rogers High School Fieldhouse. Come prepared to play ball including proper attire and gear, and make sure to bring water.
The Mountaineer Baseball Academy is open to all players in the Rogers High School feeder schools.
Watch this space for additional information, or email mountaineerbaseballacademy@gmail.com