Our Approach
We focus on player development, honest evaluation, and building teams that compete with sportsmanship and pride in Avon Lake. Prior travel experience is not required — effort, attitude, and coachability matter at every age.
2027 Season
2027 Tryouts
Avon Lake Travel Baseball & Softball — a chance to grow your game, meet new teammates, and join an exciting season ahead.
Baseball
Tryouts complete
Rosters finalized
Softball
Tryouts complete
Roster decisions underway
Welcome
About the Tryouts
Tryouts are coordinated by the Avon Lake Travel Baseball & Softball Association. Whether your player is new to travel ball or returning for another season, we want every athlete to feel comfortable, supported, and excited to show what they can do.
Baseball tryouts are complete. Rosters have been finalized. Historical baseball tryout details are available in the archived tryouts page.
Softball tryouts are complete. Thank you to every family who joined us on August 10 at the Avon Lake High School Auxiliary Gym. Roster decisions are underway — see the roster timeline.
Softball
Softball Tryouts Complete
Softball tryouts were held Monday, August 10, 2026 at the Avon Lake High School Auxiliary Gym (175 Avon Belden Rd, Avon Lake). Schedule details below are kept for reference.
Monday, August 10 — ALHS Auxiliary Gym
- Location: Avon Lake High School Auxiliary Gym — 175 Avon Belden Rd, Avon Lake, OH 44012
- Parking: North lot
- Entrance: North doors
- Check-in: Registration in the hallway by the North doors
- Registration opens: 5:00 PM
- Stations: Infield, outfield, hitting, pitching, and timed running (optional / if time allows)
| Age Group | Registration | Station Window | End |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10U | Opens 5:00 PM | 5:30 – 6:30 PM | 6:30 PM |
| 12U | Opens 5:00 PM | 6:30 – 7:30 PM | 7:30 PM |
| 14U | Opens 5:00 PM | 7:30 – 8:30 PM | 8:30 PM |
A Note to Parents & Guardians
We kindly ask that parents and guardians give players space during tryouts. Many kids perform better with a little distance, and we want to help them feel confident and focused. They know it’s a big day too. Thank you for your support and for helping us create a positive, respectful tryout environment.
ALHS Auxiliary Gym: for safety, parents and guardians may not enter the gym during tryouts. Drop off at the North entrance; registration is in the hallway by the North doors. Park in the North parking lot. Players check in and enter with their group captain.
Schedule changes during tryout week were posted on altbsa.org/tryouts and shared with registered families by email.
Softball tryouts are complete. Roster decisions are underway. Families will be contacted by email.
Transparent & Fair
What We’re Evaluating
Evaluations use a station-based format so every player gets a chance to demonstrate skills in a structured, encouraging environment. There is no single “make or break” moment — coaches review performance across all areas below.
Hitting
Mechanics, bat speed, and ability to make consistent contact.
Fielding
Glove work, footwork, and readiness on ground balls and fly balls.
Throwing
Arm strength, accuracy, and proper throwing mechanics.
Baserunning
Speed, instincts, and effort running the bases.
Athleticism & Intangibles
Effort, attitude, coachability, hustle, and overall athletic ability.
Find Your Division
Age Groups
ALTBSA fields competitive travel teams across multiple age divisions. Younger divisions emphasize learning, reps, and fun; older divisions place greater emphasis on readiness for competitive league play.
Baseball tryouts are complete for all age groups (7U–14U). Rosters have been finalized.
Softball tryouts are complete for 10U, 12U & 14U (August 10, 2026 at ALHS Auxiliary Gym). Roster decisions are underway.
Baseball — Developing Divisions
Welcoming, developmental focus — grow your skills and enjoy the game.
Perfect for players exploring travel baseball or building fundamentals. Coaches look for effort, coachability, and potential — not just current stats.
Baseball — Competitive Divisions
Higher expectations for skill, game awareness, and team competition.
Athletes should demonstrate solid fundamentals and the ability to contribute at a competitive travel level. Evaluators assess readiness for league play and positional fit.
Softball — 10U
A friendly, developmental introduction to travel fastpitch.
We encourage players who want to learn the game in a supportive setting. Attitude, effort, and willingness to learn are just as important as current skill level.
Softball — 12U & 14U
Competitive fastpitch with emphasis on team readiness and execution.
Players are evaluated on all-around ability and fit for competitive travel softball. Strong fundamentals and game instincts help roster placement at these levels.
Multiple teams may be formed at each age level depending on registration numbers, talent distribution, and coaching availability. Avon Lake residents receive priority for roster spots.
ALTBSA teams compete in regional baseball and fastpitch softball leagues. View our league affiliations →
After Tryouts
Roster Selection & Timeline
We know families are eager for answers. Here is how final decisions are made and when you can expect to hear from us.
Baseball: Tryouts are complete. Rosters have been finalized.
Softball: Tryouts are complete. The Board and coaching leadership will contact families with roster decisions. No athlete is guaranteed a spot based solely on prior participation — every player earns their place through tryouts.
Thank you for your patience as we build balanced, competitive teams for the 2027 season.
Day of Tryouts
What to Expect
Softball tryouts use a station-based format — players rotate through skill stations rather than playing a full scrimmage. Arrive ready to listen, hustle, and do your best.
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Check In
Arrive when registration opens (5:00 PM). Receive a numbered bib and head to your warmup area for your age-group window.
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Rotate Stations
Move through infield, outfield, hitting, pitching, and timed running with your squad during your age-group window at the ALHS Auxiliary Gym.
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Give Your Best
Stay positive and hustle. Squads rotate through all stations with their group captain.
Be Prepared
What to Bring
Come ready for a full evaluation. If you are missing an item, let a coach know at check-in.
- Glove
- Bat (if you have one)
- Batting helmet
- Water bottle
- Indoor running shoes (for gym stations)
- Cleats (for outdoor batting cages and outfield)
- Positive attitude
Baseball
Baseball Rosters Finalized
2027 baseball rosters have been finalized. For historical schedule details, see the archived tryouts page.
Softball
Softball Tryouts Complete
Thank you to every family who participated on August 10 at the ALHS Auxiliary Gym. Roster decisions for 10U, 12U & 14U are underway — families will be contacted by email.
Questions? See our FAQ or contact ALTBSA online.