
A Father‑Son Duo Forging a Future in Cary
Veteran Mark DeRosa, a World Baseball Classic manager, now coaches his son Brooks on the Atlanta Braves Scout Team, sharing a love of the game and a roadmap for the next generation.
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Veteran Mark DeRosa, a World Baseball Classic manager, now coaches his son Brooks on the Atlanta Braves Scout Team, sharing a love of the game and a roadmap for the next generation.

Parenting a travel baseball player at the national level demands relentless effort, yet mothers find deep fulfillment watching their sons thrive in the USA Baseball 12U Training Camp.

The roster, announced ahead of exhibition games in North Carolina and Virginia, includes players from Mississippi State and other SEC schools, with managers Dan Hartleb and Rick Eckstein set to lead the Stars and Stripes squads before the team heads to Taiwan for the first ever collegiate world championship.

The latest rankings reveal shifting dynamics among the nation’s most coveted draft prospects, highlighting breakout performances, athletic transformations and the emergence of new talent across college and high school circuits.

The University of Georgia senior shortstop, celebrated for his Gold Glove defense and key role in the Bulldogs’ conference titles, will compete for a place on the national roster that will head to Taiwan this summer.

The Texas Longhorns standout has been selected for the 2026 USA Baseball Collegiate National Team Training Camp, where he will train alongside elite prospects ahead of the World Championship in Taiwan.

Nolan Traeger, a standout catcher from Spring, Texas, has verbally committed to the University of Arkansas, bringing his proven collegiate performance and high portal rankings to the Razorbacks.

Nolan Traeger, a sophomore catcher with a .287 average and 34 RBI, has pledged to continue his collegiate career at the University of Arkansas, bolstering a transfer class that is already ranked No. 1 by 64Analytics.

Former prep standouts from Louisiana’s capital rest after a strong Southern Miss season and now vie for a place on the U.S. roster heading to Taiwan.

Four Cavaliers prospects have been selected for the 2026 MLB Draft Combine in Phoenix, where they will take part in workouts, interviews and medical exams broadcast on MLB Network, with injuries and draft projections shaping their futures.

From setting Aggie records to winning a silver medal with Team USA, Scott Livingstone’s journey to the Hall of Fame reflects a blend of athletic prowess and entrepreneurial drive.

Angel Cervantes concluded his junior season at UCLA with a 4‑1 record, 4.17 ERA, and 37 strikeouts, earning a high draft pick by the Pittsburgh Pirates.

Keith Zuniga, who helped guide the Rainbow Warriors to a No. 3 national ERA in 2026, joins the Trojans after Sean Allen’s departure, bringing a blend of coaching success, recruiting savvy and data‑driven preparation.

Intense competition on day two of the 11U Futures Invitational saw several teams clinch quarterfinal berths, highlighted by dominant victories and clutch moments.

Former Major League Baseball player Shane Victorino leverages his championship experience to guide youth athletes, emphasizing respect, work ethic, and the value of failure as he coaches the next generation.

From Las Vegas to Norman, Oklahoma’s newest ace LJ Mercurius is rewriting the Sooners’ rotation story with dominant performances, a complete game, and a bright academic path.

A standout collegiate career, international accolades, and a solid Major League stint have culminated in Scott Livingstone's selection for the 2026 Hall of Fame class, with a ceremony scheduled for February 2027 in Overland Park, Kansas.

Junior catcher Mason Eckelman will join the 2026 MLB Draft Combine in Phoenix, bringing a .304 average and 47 RBIs to the spotlight as Ohio State celebrates new leadership.

The 11U Futures Invitational opened in Cary, North Carolina, featuring 24 games that delivered dramatic rallies, tight scores and a showcase of emerging talent from across the country.

A distinguished collegiate career, eight MLB seasons and lasting impact on the game have earned former Aggie Scott Livingstone a place in the College Baseball Hall of Fame’s 2026 class, to be celebrated in February 2027.
Five Alabama State University baseball standouts have been selected for the fourth annual HBCU Swingman Classic, set for July 10 at Citizens Bank Park, broadcast live on MLB Network.

Former Cal pitcher, coach and broadcaster Jim Darby earns a place in the College Baseball Hall of Fame, joining a select group of Golden Bears. His career spans nearly four decades of transformative leadership in baseball and the sporting goods industry.

After the 2026 UF Baseball season, a group of Gators players will test themselves in a variety of summer circuits, from the Cape Cod League to the USA Collegiate National Team, showcasing the program’s depth and ambition.

Coach Jonathan Hernandez has signed a contract extension through 2030 after guiding the Wildcats to four straight 30‑win seasons, back‑to‑back SWAC titles, and a program‑record 37 victories in 2026.