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Our custom baseball jerseys are designed with both style and performance in mind. Whether you're looking to outfit your team with a unique look or want to stand out on the field as an individual player, our custom jerseys are the perfect choice. With a wide range of customizable options, you can create a one-of-a-kind design that perfectly reflects your team's spirit or personal preferences. Choose from traditional, modern, pinstripe, patriotic, fun and  camo design options to create a look that resonates with your team's spirit or individual style. We even have jerseys to spread Breast Cancer Awareness.

Our high-quality materials ensure durability and comfort, so you can focus on your game without any distractions. Whether you're a professional athlete or a weekend warrior, our custom baseball jerseys will help you make a winning statement on the diamond. Explore our selection today to discover the endless possibilities for your unique baseball apparel.

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We make creating a custom baseball uniform simple! Select one of the designs you like and tell us the team name and color scheme. Then let our designers go to work designing your uniform. 

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Yes! We create more than just jerseys. We can create the uniform of your dreams! We offer hats, pants, belts, socks, coaches gear, fan gear and more! 

How much does a custom baseball jersey cost?

Our custom t-shirt style jerseys are quite affordable! We have a one-time design fee, but then jerseys start as low as $20.99.

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With spring tournaments scheduled to start in a few short months, it’s time to start thinking about uniforms! 

There’s a lot to consider when selecting and ordering uniforms, and it can be overwhelming to do alone. We’ve put together some tips to ensure no box goes unchecked when getting new uniforms for your team. 

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Pick a Thoughtful Design  

When deciding on aspects of your team’s jersey design, put some thought behind the decision.

Although the color of the jersey sounds trivial, picking the right color can impact your team. For example, choosing a color like black might overheat your athletes during summer games.

Pick which options for cut and style work best for your team. Picking the style of your team’s uniforms means considering the name and number placement. Also, consider style options like solid, pinstriped, sublimated, or jerseys with piping. Looking for the right jersey cut for the team means deciding on a button-down, two-button, pullover, Raglan, or a game t-shirt.

Baseball is a physical sport. Athletes are tough on their uniforms, so look for durable, quality fabrics to ensure they’ll last throughout the season. A scratchy or heavy jersey could distract your athletes mid-game or practice. Consider fabrics like flex base, cool base, or wool.

All in all, use your best judgment and take in feedback from your team. You can’t make everyone happy, but a general agreement on significant design choices is an excellent place to start.

Size Correctly

Youth baseball players rapidly outgrow their uniforms from season to season. It’s essential to communicate with the members of your team and their parents to ensure each athlete has the correct size. 

Keep in mind not all sizing is the same across the board. A size 10 from one brand might be a size 8 from another. When ordering uniforms, many manufacturers offer their own sizing guides. 

Order Quality and Order Extras

Order your uniforms from a reliable source. When ordering online, it can be tempting to order the cheapest option. Being the cheapest doesn’t mean the best and most unreliable websites might not ship your order in time for the start of the season. 

Consider how many jerseys your team should have. When competing on a traveling team or in tournaments, most teams carry at least a home and away uniform. Some teams carry third alternate uniforms plus batting or practice jerseys.  One cost-effective way to have multiple jerseys on hand is ordering a variation of tops that can be worn with a single style of bottoms.

Another aspect to remember when ordering team uniforms is that kids tend to forget things. Factor this into your ordering process. When you have extra uniforms on hand, future crises can be avoided. 

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Collaboration between coaches and team parents can make the ordering process seamless. If you’re in charge of ordering uniforms, communicate often and set clear deadlines for payment and pickup. 

A solid fundraising effort can help offset some of the expenses the team needs to raise. 

Related Post: How to Fundraise for Youth Travel Baseball Teams

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If your sponsor needs representation on the team uniforms, ensure you have the assets you need from them. Talk to the business about dimensions, color, and size, and ask for high-quality images to ensure you’re representing them correctly. 

Ordering uniforms at the beginning of the season is also an excellent time to evaluate existing equipment.

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Travel Baseball Uncovered: A Guide For Parents And Players

Let’s talk about baseball—travel baseball, to be exact.

For many, moving from the Little League to travel baseball feels like catching a curveball. After all, it’s more than just a pace change; it’s about trading Saturday afternoon matches on a grassy field for serious club competitions that come with a higher price tag.

You might be thinking, “Is this the right play for my little slugger?” or “How do I even go about choosing a team?”

Well, here’s our chance at bat. We’ll walk you through everything youth travel baseball has to offer, including answering these questions and more.

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What is Travel Baseball [Explained]

Travel baseball is just what it sounds like. It’s when youth teams have to travel in order to have their games and tournaments. This is usually the next step after traditional recreational or Little League. 

Since the level of competition is much higher, it can help them develop their skills.

But preparation comes at a cost—literally. And all that time on the road can take up your schedule very quickly. But despite all that extra work, they’ll get an exciting adventure out of it. Now, they’ll face off against teams from different cities, states, and sometimes even countries.

The love for Travel Baseball is Growing Fast.

In recent years, travel baseball gained an exponential amount of popularity and saw thousands of teams pop up across the country. 

Before the 90s, it was a relatively niche experience only limited to players nestled in regions like Texas and California.

Nowadays, participation is considered necessary for young players wanting to sharpen their skills and go up against some really tough competition.

Instead of focusing on the local leagues like recreational youth baseball does, travel ball operates under various organizations, hosting hundreds of tournaments each year. 

Some big names include USSSA (United States Specialty Sports Association), AAU (Amateur Athletic Union), Triple Crown Sports , and Perfect Game . 

The ambitious goal for any team is to face off against as many different teams as possible to gain experience and test their skills.

Everyone can create a travel baseball team. It doesn’t matter if you’re a parent, high school teacher, or someone who coaches college kids.

The highlight of the season is the travel baseball tournament. Bringing together talented teams from different parts of the world to compete. 

This lets players show their skills to a bigger audience, including scouts and college coaches. These tournaments are organized by many institutions and happen locally, regionally, or even nationally.

There’s nothing cooler than the USSSA World Series, though. Every year, it’s hosted by the United States Specialty Sports Association. 

You’ll find talent from all over America coming here to fight for that top spot. But another epic tournament is the Triple Crown Summer Nationals, where they hold it at Myrtle Beach 

in South Carolina. It attracts teams from everywhere and is known for great competition and vacation vibes.

A unique little competition is held in Cooperstown, New York, known as the Cooperstown Dreams Park Tournament. 

Cooperstown, known as baseball’s birthplace, offers a unique week-long stay in baseball-style barracks. You can visit the National Baseball Hall of Fame.

These intense and challenging tournaments bring out some of the most talented players young kids have to offer. It’s also a great way to boost your young player’s confidence in playing on those big stages!

Different Levels Of Travel Teams And Their Requirements

It’s not just one level fit all for travel baseball teams. They’re organized into various levels based on skill, experience, and commitment from players. 

Imagine putting someone who only knows how to throw with moderate force into a contest against someone who does it with full force.

The team you choose for yourself should align with your skill level, how much free time you have, and your developmental needs as a player. Here’s an overview of different levels:

1. Local Travel Teams : For beginners starting their journey through travel baseball. The games they play are mostly local or within a close driving distance. Practices only happen a few times a week, and games during the weekend.

2. Regional Travel Teams : For players with more experience and higher skill levels. They go on trips for games and tournaments that will require overnight stays at places. Commitment level is higher, with practices being more frequent along with a longer season.

3. Showcase Travel Teams : The big leagues of young kid baseball players. These teams are made up of highly skilled people who are very serious about baseball. They have college scouts and recruiters present their games. This includes going to different states for showcase tournaments. 

You’ll need to be extremely committed to even think about trying out for this team, and their practices are rigorous and frequent, lasting all year round!

Benefits of Playing in a Travel Baseball Team 

A lot of benefits come from playing travel baseball. 

The biggest one? It can help players get to their goals. It’s not just about playing a game, especially when you want to make it big. It’s actually an experience that provides lifelong skills that can be applied everywhere else.

Competition in recreational leagues is nothing compared to this. It’s way higher. This allows players to grow new and old skills at a faster rate. 

There’s also an intense training schedule that demands discipline, resilience, and focus. These qualities go beyond just sports.

Participating in high-profile tournaments also gets the attention of other coaches and scouts. Which makes it easier for them to open doors for scholarships and professional contracts.

Traveling away from home just for games might seem like a drag, but it builds responsibility and maturity. It is a demanding journey for sure, but very rewarding.

Did MLB Players Play Travel Baseball?

Definitely! A lot of Major League Baseball (MLB) players used travel baseball as their starting point, too. It gives them all the exposure they need, honing skills at such a young age along with fierce competition.

Take Bryce Harper , for example. He’s one of the biggest names in MLB today. His journey started back when he was a child playing for the Southern Nevada Bulldogs 14U travel team. The opportunity came up where he could go against older players who were more experienced than him. This experience helped shape his professional career.

Albert Pujols also played travel baseball when he was younger on his team called Fort Osage Indians Travel Team before sailing into the Hall of Fame.

Clayton Kershaw ? Yeah, him too! Another name you hear often in MLB didn’t start there either — he played for the Dallas Tigers Travel Team where he developed early on gaining crucial skills and discipline that are instrumental in his success today.

How to Find a Travel Baseball Team in Your Region? 

If you’re a young baseball player who wants to take their skills to the next level, then joining a travel team is a great opportunity. If you are a parent and want to make your child the next MLB star, then travel baseball teams are a great place to start with. 

These teams play across the country and allow players to show their talents against top-tier competition. But how do you find one of these teams? 

Here’s a guide on how you can join a travel baseball team in the USA.

Check your local youth baseball organization.

Your first step should be checking with your local youth baseball organization. Chances are they have travel teams that play in leagues and tournaments outside of the regular season. If they don’t, then it’s likely they know someone who does.

Drop by showcases and camps.

In-person events like showcases and camps are great places to meet coaches and scouts from travel baseball teams. They’re designed specifically so players can showcase their skills and get noticed by recruiters.

The internet holds many answers, including finding a travel baseball team. Websites like USSSA Baseball, Perfect Game USA, and Travel Ball Select list lots of travel baseball teams based on state, age group, and skill level — all at a click away.

Talk to other parents and players.

If you want first-hand experience, then talk to other parents or players who have been through this process before. They can give useful insight into which teams are reputable, well-run, and competitive.

For example, if you live in Texas, then one option could be the Texas Bombers Baseball Club — an organization that has multiple teams at different age levels and is known for developing young talent. You can learn more about them by visiting their website or attending one of their tryouts.

How to Find the Perfect Travel Baseball Team? 

Identify the skill level and commitment of the player.

First thing first, you need to figure out how committed your child is to the sport and their skill level.  If he is naturally gifted athlete then you should help him to follow his dream. 

Research Local and Regional Teams

Begin by looking at teams that are close by. These teams usually have varying levels of skill and serve as great entry points for most players. 

You can check their websites and social media pages to learn more about them such as philosophy, coaches, players, and game schedule.

Attend Local Games and Practices 

Sitting in on local games and practices allows you to get a firsthand look at how they run things. You’ll be able to see their coaching style, how they interact with the players, and the overall team dynamic. With this insight, it’ll be easier to make a decision.

Speak with Coaches and Parents

While observing is good, it isn’t enough. Take some time out of your day or week to speak with coaches. 

This allows you to gain an understanding of their training methods, the expectations they have for your child, and the goals they want them to reach. It’s also good practice to talk to other parents so you can get a general idea of what people think about the team.

Consider Logistics

Logistical factors are important, too, so don’t forget about them. Make sure that the team’s practice location is suitable for you and your family’s schedule since it may be far away from where you currently live or work. 

The game schedule should be looked at as well because there could be conflicts in dates that would keep you from attending games.

Tryouts & Evaluations

Most teams hold tryouts or evaluations for people who are interested in joining. If this is offered, take advantage of it because it gives your child the chance to showcase their skills and for you to see if the team would be a good fit. 

A player’s evaluation is also helpful because it gives you insight into how strong the team itself is.

Travel Baseball Season Preparations 

Preparations before the pre-season.

Before the baseball season starts, you’ll want to make sure that your child is mentally and physically ready for the long days ahead. 

So, let’s start with an off-season workout routine to help build strength and agility. But don’t forget about eating well and getting enough sleep. Plus, practicing regularly can take their fielding, pitching, and hitting skills way up.

During the season

Once the season starts, it’s important to stay fit and perform at your best. You’ll want to communicate with their coach to keep track of your child’s progress as well as any areas they need improvement in. 

Another thing you should do is show up to their games and practices. It helps you stay in tune with how the team is performing and also supports your child. And finally, always keep their lines of communication open, whether it’s about pressure or their anxiety.

Post-Season

After a long season, it’s important to take a break. Reflect on the games you had together. Acknowledge all the good things they did but also focus on areas they can improve in. 

Give them some downtime so they can rest and recover. Even though they’re chilling around, don’t let them become bums — physical activity is still important for them during this time.

Travel Baseball vs. Little League

Both types of baseball have their own unique experience and benefits that come along with it. The choice of which one to put your kid into mostly depends on what they want out of it.

For example, travel baseball is more competitive. It attracts players who are committed to sports no matter what and are willing to travel around just for a game against top talent in various regions. Not only does this provide intense competition but also high-level coaching.

It does require a lot of time, as seasons are much longer than in little leagues with more games and practices.

If you want your child exposed more, then this would be a good option, as you can see from Bryce Harper, Albert Pujols, and Clayton Kershaw.

Now, little league baseball is less demanding. It’s generally more focused on the community and not so much on traveling and time. 

It’s actually a great option for kids who still love the sport but aren’t ready to commit to such a demanding schedule. They focus on learning fundamental skills, enjoying the game, and fostering a sense of community.

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The Cost of Playing Travel Baseball

If your kid has a future in baseball, you might want to consider enrolling them in travel baseball. The only problem is that this option is much more expensive than local leagues. 

Local leagues tend to have low costs because they don’t do as much traveling as travel teams have to do. On top of paying for the actual games themselves, there’s also the top-of-the-line coaching and amazing facilities that the team needs to cover. 

You’ll be hit with fees like equipment, uniform, tournament, travel (like gas and airfare), and a team fee.

The team fee alone can include things like league fees, practice facility rentals, and salaries for the coaches. 

And let’s not forget about any extra training or lessons they need in order to take their skills up a notch.

It’s always good to ask the people organizing the league what you’re paying for specifically because then maybe it won’t seem so bad (it probably will still seem bad, though). 

But it really does come down to where you live. 

Depending on that, it could cost you anywhere from $1,500-$3,000 per season. And if you’re on one of those elite teams competing at national tournaments, then I’m sorry, but it’ll probably cost way more.

Find Out How To Choose A Coach

A good coach doesn’t just teach how to play sports but also builds discipline and confidence, along with fostering a love for the game. Here are some tips on picking a coach:

Experience And Certification : A coach should always have some kind of experience coaching youth sports, but having proof that they passed some coaching program can give you peace of mind, knowing they know what they’re doing.

Coaching Style : Every coach is different and will treat their athletes differently, too. Some will be very intense in trying to push their players, while others are more relaxed yet inspiring. Pick what works best with your child’s personality.

Communication Skills : A good coach knows how to explain things in a way that’s easy for their athletes to understand. They should also be great at talking to you and other parents.

Focus On Development : It’s better for your kid to improve their skills rather than just win all the time. Look for coaches that will work with them on that.

Reputation : Finally, look into what other people say about the coach. Not only other players but parents, too. It doesn’t hurt to ask around or even watch them during practice if you can. 

Things to Know About Uniforms and Equipment in Travel Baseball

Uniforms and equipment are a necessary investment in travel baseball. It can be beyond what you expect from Little League. Here’s a quick rundown of what your child might need:

Uniforms : Most travel baseball teams have their own custom jerseys that come with pants, caps, belts, and socks. Some teams may even have home and away uniforms, so check with the manager first.

Gloves/Mitts : Get your child a good quality glove or mitt that suits the position they play. For example, catchers and first basemen have their own special mitts, while outfielders use bigger gloves compared to infielders. Check out the Best Youth Infield Gloves 

Bats : Bat rules can get very specific, depending on the league. Before you buy one, make sure you understand what kind is allowed. Also, consider their height, weight, and hitting strength when selecting the right bat size . 

You can check out my list of Best Youth Baseball Bats

Helmets : No matter how old or young your child is, they need a batting helmet. Some leagues even require faceguards as well. Check out the Best Youth Baseball Helmet

Cleats : Running on grass and dirt requires traction, which is why cleats are used in baseball. However, be aware that some leagues don’t allow metal spikes, so again, you should always check if there are any shoe restrictions.

Protective gear : Depending on the position they’re playing at, your kid may need extra protection such as shin guards for their legs or a chest protector for their torso

What is a good age range for travel baseball?

Travel baseball typically starts around 7 or 8 years old and goes through high school. However, the age that you can join may differ depending on the league or team.

How much does it cost to play travel baseball? 

The price of playing travel baseball could be greatly different depending on things like where you live, what team you’re on, and at what level you play. You’ll have to pay for league fees, uniforms, equipment, and even the costs of traveling and staying in other cities for away games.

How often would we need to practice? 

Usually, travel teams practice more often than recreational ones. It’s common for them to meet several times each week. But it will depend on the time and dedication your child’s coach expects.

How far do they have to go? 

Again, that’ll depend on what league your child signs up for. Some teams only need to go a couple of miles, while others will have to cross city lines.

Can my child also play another sport? 

It all depends on how much time both sports require. Understandably, travel baseball takes up quite a bit of time and energy, so consider if they have enough for both.

Overall Worth of Travel Baseball 

Traveling with a baseball team is no joke. For players and families alike, it’s considered a big commitment that takes up lots of time, money, and energy. 

And while it opens up new opportunities, the best reward for joining one is amazing! The skills learned, and knowledge gained from playing at higher levels is priceless. 

Plus, it builds character, helping to teach important lessons like teamwork, dedication, success handling, and, most importantly, failure handling. And let’s not forget about the friendships built along the way from spending hours with teammates in different places across the country. 

Even though some costs and sacrifices come with this commitment, most families say joining a traveling baseball team was totally worth every bit of it. 

Just remember, the end goal is to love the sport and grow as a person.

Hello everyone. My name is  Jason Butler, and I live in California, America. I was a professional AAA Minor League Baseball player.  I lost my chance of playing MLB for injury issues, but I did not lose my love for baseball. I attended the coaching training program and am now working as a coach in a small school in San Diego. 

I always love to share my experience and knowledge if that can help you. Play baseball, and stay fit. 

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Dylan Andrews fires a pitch for the Moscow Blue Devils in a July 19, 2021, game. The Blue Devils Legion program, which has fielded a team every year since 1958, will not play this year because of a lack of players.

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The Moscow Blue Devils’ CJ Anderson gets to third base during a June 22, 2021, American Legion game against the Lewis-Clark Cubs at Harris Field. The Blue Devils will not field a team for the first time since 1958.

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Moscow baseball program is singing the Blues

For first time in 60 years, city will have no legion representation.

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• Jun 11, 2022 Updated Jun 11, 2022

At least one baseball team sponsored by the American Legion veterans’ organization has taken to the field representing Moscow every year since 1958.

Even in summer 2020, when the flagship Moscow Blue Devils franchise was dormant like most sports programs at the time, a temporary offshoot Moscow team called the Rebel Devils kept Legion ball alive. It will come as jarring news for some, then, that the city will not be fielding a Legion team this summer because of insufficient turnout.

“We had seven kids come out, and of those seven kids two were Moscow kids,” said Blue Devils coach Stan Mattoon, who has helmed the program since 2017 and led the team to the district title in 2021. “We were pretty well shocked. …We did try for an extra two weeks to try to get some players, and it just didn’t turn into anything fruitful.

“We just weren’t able to field a team, and waited until the 11th hour. We’re signed up for some tournaments and things, and had to let our league know what was going on. We were basically put in a position where we just were not going to be able to be on the field.”

Rand Lewis, the Dudley Loomis Post 6 American Legion commander who oversees the Blue Devils’ jurisdiction, called the development “very saddening.” A U.S. Army and Air Force veteran who played for the Blue Devils in the 1960s and whose grandson, Payton Waters, was on the roster as recently as 2019, Lewis attributed the sudden dropoff to Moscow’s youth talent being drawn away by a recruitment drive for select travel ball, another brand of summer baseball that is less locally grounded and centers more on weekend tournaments.

“We’ve traditionally been able to field two teams, an A team and a B team, and they’ve been pretty good,” Lewis said. “We play select teams, these travel teams, in our tournaments, and we traditionally do very well against them.”

Lewis said players were drawn away with the suggestion they would more than likely be seen by college scouts playing travel ball than with Legion programs. He characterized this as a “pretty weak argument.”

“If you look at the statistics out of American Legion across the country, I believe somewhere in the range of 55 percent of Major League Baseball players played American Legion at some point in their careers,” Lewis said. “About 70 percent of college players.”

Lewis also emphasized the Legion program provides better support with equipment, transportation, uniforms and finances than travel ball.

Mattoon and Lewis each expressed an intent to revive the program next year, and said every effort will be made this fall and winter to recruit players and build interest.

“We have every reason to think that we will be able to field a team next year,” Mattoon said. “ ... It’s something I’m not going to give up on; I’m not going to give up on one bad bounce.”

Wendt may be contacted at (208) 848-2268, or [email protected] .

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