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Comment by Clayton VanderLaan on November 3, 2011 at 12:21am

To Whom It May Concern,

My name is Clay VanderLaan and I am a 6'0" 195 lb RHP from Houston, Tx in my senior year of College. I am currently at Cameron University, a D2 in Lawton, OK, prior to here I pitched at Michigan State University of the Big Ten Conference.Although I am talking to different MLB scouts and was given a chance at a free agent contract last summer I realize that there is obviously no garuntee of an affiliated contract after this season, I am reaching out to anyone to tell you my desire of playing professional baseball in any form. If there is any way for someone to come watch me throw this year it would be GREATLY appreciated, I can send you a schedule as soon as one is finalized. Below is some basic info on myself.


FB: 89-91
Secondary: Knuckle Curve, Circle Change, Cutter

Ht/Wt: 6'0" 195lbs

Cell #: 281-386-6702



Thank you so much for your time,

Clayton VanderLaan

Comment by pw on October 8, 2011 at 6:12pm

new league

Comment by Scott Alexander Makorow on October 8, 2011 at 10:41am

Awesome, thanks pw. Now, has anyone had any experience there or know how good it is?

Comment by pw on October 8, 2011 at 4:38am

Location	00680 Mayaguez, Puerto Rico

Description	The PRIBL is a developmental and instructional program, designed to help players start a career, playing Professional Baseball.
General Information	It is an opportunity for prospective players to live a dream to play in the professional ranks - indy, minor league baseball or even the Majors!

Email	info@pribaseball.com
Phone	240-412-5558
Website	http://www.pribaseball.com

Comment by Scott Alexander Makorow on October 7, 2011 at 8:07pm

Hey guys,

Has anyone here know anything about the Puerto Rico Instructional League?

Comment by John A. Baker on September 23, 2011 at 8:40pm

A coach who I had worked with years ago retired and we started talking about the role of the scout and how different it is to actually be a scout compared to those that would like to try it some day. We laughed about the fun and no-so-fun times, and I thought I'd share some of our conversation. If you're going to consider being a scout in this business, you'll get all kinds of professional advice and direction. In additon, here's some of the things that you might want to consider as well.

Bring with you .... 

- Folding canvas chair(s) with woven cushions that breath
- A stadium slot seat with back, that has a metal “slotted” hook
under the seat so the seat can fix itself to the stadium bench.
- Umbrella for the sun and rain.
- Multiple pairs of sunglasses, either optical or flip style.
- “OFF” insect repellant.
- Baby oil, talcum powder, Ban-Aids (they stick better), witch hazel.
- Polident denture cream, if you wear dentures. This product seems to
work best eating a lot of hamburgers with sesame seed buns.
- Maalox, Pepo-Bismol, Tums, Toothpicks.
- Portable pocket size tape recorder - voice activated.
- Two (2) pillows from home.
- Extra long tube socks that come up to the knee. These stop
ticks and fleas from crawling up your pant’s leg while watching
games in the grass. ** Spray OFF on the outside of the socks
before getting to the park**
- Extra eye glasses. Guaranteed you’re gonna forget, sit on, and destroy
the only pair you have right now.
- Lots and lots of Bic pens. You’ll lose the first twenty (20) pens during
your first week on the road. So purchase fifty (50) before you leave home.
- DON’T SHAVE WITH A RAZOR. Go electric. You won’t shave but
once, every four (4) or five (5) days anyway.
- Stock up on lots of under ware. Boxers are best in the hottest of summer days and nights. T-shirts are a waste of money - except if you have banlon shirts.
- Gotta get an Hawaiian shirt, missing the top three (3) buttons. Add a gold
chain around your neck and a little bit of chest hair fluffed up. No chest
hair? - clip your eyebrows and stick some on.
- Get a can of “instant tan” in a can, apply liberally.
- Try out a couple of sleazy motels now. Later on there won't be any surprises.
- Get use to rusty water with a heavy tint of chlorine.
- Bring a bottle of rubbing alcohol with you. When you take a shower, cut the
alcohol with water in a cup - three parts water/ one part alcohol. Splash the
mix over the bottom of the tub to kill any germs and bacteria. Then wait for
the rinse to go completely down the drain. Wait for about three (3) minutes and
see what crawls out of the drain.
- Bring a small bottle of bleach with you into the motel. Pour about half a cup down the toilet then flush, before using. If any rats use the sewer system to gain access to your room, that’ll stop-em.
- A sleeping bag may come in handy just incase your motel room is sold - despite a reservation. Also, be aware of timing your arrival just in time for graduations, special events, and other “sold out” conditions.
- Going to be in a small town for more than one day - stop by the local police or
sherif’s office and ask how to get to your motel, even if you know where it is.
These “good-ole boys” can come in real handy just when you’ll need them
the most. Besides ... they all got kids that they’re just tugging at the bit to tell you about them ....LISTEN. Leave your business card.
- If you’re a veteran, swing by the local Legion hall and have a brew. You’d be
amazed at the talent you can get wind of. Leave your business card. I repeat,
leave your business card.
- Learn to use a lap top computer with the tiniest keys possible, and a small screen the size of a postage stamp. (Think I’m kind’n, don’t ya.)
- Learn to sleep in your street clothes.
- Get use to a steady diet of meatball grinders, chilli, milk out of carton, cheese-n-crackers in that little plastic-rap.
- If you smoke and you want to quit, start smoking King Edward Cigars while driving around from game to game. You’ll quit smoking your second week- never fails. If you smoke cigars - King Edwards can be found anywhere - enjoy.
- There is no cure for the hick ups - sorry can’t help you on this one.
- Go on the web and see what a bite from a bedbug and a tick look like.
- Bring extra newspaper with you and stuff it in the door jams of your motel room. That space is perfect for small scorpions, centipedes, spiders and fire ants to crawl through.
- Keep your notes for the entire season. I guarantee somebody, somewhere, is gonna misplace all your data, call-ins, scouting reports. That includes your expense receipts too!  Make copies!!!
- Check your gas gauge constantly.
- Carry two (2) spare tires, extra wipers, headlight, directional bulb, minor tools.
- Never carry a wallet. Get use to a belt-pouch.
- Keep your wits about you - you’re alone all the time, an easy target sometimes..
- Keep in touch with family as much as you can. It’s the one thing that’ll remind
you of the sanity that’s waiting for you back home.

Comment by pw on April 2, 2011 at 10:48am

Video can be a tremendous help in marketing a baseball player to college coaches. Keep video short and under 2 minutes.

• Position players infield/outfield throwing, esp throws across the diamond, so coaches can see the carry on the throws. Outfielders should show the longest throws which are to home plate. Catchers should show the throws down to 2nd base.
• Hitting: Hitting videos should be short and at many different angles. Film the hitter in batting practice(cage) from the side, showing his hands, body and stride.Also film the hitter from in front and behind so they can see the ball coming off the bat.Also include game footage, film from the side and show the hitter running full tilt from home to first. Be sure to edit the film and just show the hitter hitting the ball.No balls or foul tips.
• Pitchers: Film the pitcher from behind the catcher, showing his mechanics and variety of pitches you throw. Show radar gun readings on film if you can.

Comment by Ramie Gatchalian on April 2, 2011 at 10:44am

To all college coaches and scouts,

If a HS or college student wants to make a baseball dvd of himself, what are you looking for on that dvd....is there any format or showcase form like real game situation, running, batting, and fielding...how about school information....need help thanks

Comment by Dirk Müseler on March 3, 2011 at 1:52pm

 

You love experiencing the history and amazing sights in Europe. being able to see this part of the world. The fact that baseball can open these doors is amazing. Also learning the different languages, meeting people, and learning about the different cultures is incredible.

Oh yeah, and try all of the different foods as well!

 

Come over and play ball !!!

 

If you are intrested in playing international get in contact with

dirkm@padserborn.com

or

info@untouchables.com

 

Dirk Müseler

Comment by john rubinow on February 28, 2011 at 6:48pm

I am starting a 501c3 baseball scholarship program for high school players who have been overlooked in the college recruiting process. This program will be completely free of charge and is limited only to those student athletes who want to further their education. Those looking to get drafted will not be eligible. This 4-day program will combine instruction by current Major League coaches and evaluation by college recruiters and prep school baseball coaches. The program will take place at a Major League spring training facility in AZ. How do I best spread the word to high school baseball coaches about this free opportunity for their kids? Thanks, John Rubinow, M.D.

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