Upperclassmen Curriculum (Ages 10–12)

Sharpening Skills, Strategy, and Game IQ

At this stage, players are transitioning from fundamental learning to applying strategy and executing more complex plays. The Upperclassmen program focuses on high-level skill development, team communication, and situational awareness — all while building confidence, consistency, and sportsmanship.

🧠 Advanced Game Rules & Baserunning

We deepen players' understanding of baseball's strategic rules and encourage intelligent baserunning:

  • Understanding the infield fly rule and its game impact
  • Recognizing and avoiding balks
  • Developing advanced baserunning techniques
  • Learning leads and how to steal bases
  • Executing extra-base hits with poise

💪 Pitching & Throwing Mechanics

Pitching becomes a focus, and throwing mechanics are refined to improve efficiency and velocity:

  • Learning the difference between wind-up and stretch pitching motions
  • Reinforcing the four-seam grip for control and consistency
  • Emphasizing momentum with shuffle, throw, and follow technique
  • Teaching pitchers to cover first base on ground balls to the right side

⚾ Hitting Consistency & Drill Work

We emphasize repetition, muscle memory, and timing to develop reliable hitters:

  • Frequent repetitions to build consistency
  • Structured drill work, including:
    • Tee drills
    • Soft toss
    • Short toss
    • Stick-ball and lob toss
    • One-arm isolation drills
  • Introduction to bunting techniques
  • Developing a sense of timing and pitch recognition

📍 Team Fundamentals & Situational Defense

Team play and communication take center stage as players learn to operate as a unit:

  • Executing cutoffs and relays with purpose
  • Understanding basic first-and-third defensive situations
  • Practicing underhand flips and turning double plays
  • Learning how to defend against stolen bases
  • Building clear infield/outfield communication and priorities

By the end of the program, players in the Upperclassmen tier will demonstrate confidence, coordination, and a growing mastery of game strategy. They’ll not only know what to do, they’ll understand why and when to do it.

We’re developing smart, skilled players who are ready to lead and compete.