Frequently Asked Questions

WHEN ARE TRYOUTS?

Tryouts for 9u-13u will be Sunday, August 4, 2024.  Tryouts will be at Bellingham High School baseball field. 

9U 9am | 10U 10am | 11U 12pm | 12U 2pm | 13U 4pm | 14U TBD

 

HOW ARE TEAMS SELECTED?

Players will be scored on different aspects during tryouts by coaches and evaluators. 

 

WHAT AGE GROUPS DO YOU OFFER?

Whatcom Prep will have 9u-14u teams.

Player fees will be finalized and released upon the formation of teams in August. 

 

HOW MANY TEAMS PER AGE GROUP WILL YOU HAVE?

Depending on the number of players that tryout we are open to having more than one team per age group.

 

WHAT IS THE AGE CUTOFF DATE?

May 1, 2025.  The age of your child on this date is the team he will try out for. i.e if your child turns 13 on May 2, 2025 they would be eligible for the 12u team.  If your child turns 13 on April 29, 2025 they have to play on the 13u team.

 

WHAT ARE THE COSTS ASSOCIATED WITH PLAYING?

Whatcom Prep is committed to providing competitive baseball at an affordable price.  The prices for 2025 are still being finalized.

Fundraisers will be available to offset player fees.

We believe that cost should never be a reason to not have a chance to play baseball. Scholarships are available for those who need them.  Please contact us for more information. 

 

HOW LONG IS THE SEASON?

Whatcom Prep practices will start in February.  Tournaments usually start around March/April.  The season will run from February through July. 

 

HOW MANY PLAYERS DOES EACH TEAM CARRY?

Most teams will carry 12 players.  The older teams may carry more. 

 

WHAT IF MY CHILD PLAYS OTHER SPORTS DURING THE WINTER?

That’s great! We encourage multi-sport athletes and are understanding of other schedules.  Please coordinate with your coach.

 

DOES WHATCOM PREP SUPPORT FUNDRAISING?

Absolutely! Fundraising activities will be planned to help support all players of Whatcom Prep.  These funds will be used to help subsidize player fees, equipment costs, tournaments, etc. 

 

WHAT IF I HAVE MORE QUESTIONS THAT AREN'T ANSWERED HERE?

If you have any other questions please email them to register@whatcomprepbaseball.com

 

WHAT EQUIPMENT ARE WE REQUIRED TO HAVE?

Every player is expected to provide their own cleats, bats, glove & helmet.  Catcher's are expected to have their own catcher's gear.