Headfirst Baseball Academy

    Memorial Day Tournament!

    Date:05/21/2024  Source:Headfirst Baseball Academy 

    The Rosters and Game Times are now set for FIELD 1 and FIELD 2.  We will update scores after each game and the game times for Sunday will be posted here on Saturday after all games are played.   1 - Bring black and cardinal jerseys for both days (We will have loaner shirts for guest players) 2 - Please arrive 45 min before your first game.  3 - Please ma...


    HF College Showcase Camp Information!

    Date:07/03/2023  Source:Headfirst Baseball Academy 

      Date & Location: Thursday, July 6th @ Chabot College in Hayward, CA   Colleges that have committed to attend: Cal State East Bay Chabot Chapman Menlo Ohlone Pepperdine Sac State San Jose State U Nevada UC Davis USF Willamette   Schedule 8:30 Group 1 Arrives 9:00 BP/Throwing 9:30 Game 1 11:30 Coaches Meet & Greet/College Talk   11:15 Gro...


    2025 Spring and Summer Tryouts!

    Date:04/01/2023  Source:Headfirst Baseball Academy 

        2025 SPRING & SUMMER TRYOUTS   Tryouts are for NEW PLAYERS for 2025 Spring & Summer Teams & Training!   Ages 9U-18U   Cost: $20     April/May   Sundays @ 6pm @ HF Academy  RSVP: Michael Iglesias (mji0209@aol.com)   Mondays @ TBA @ HF Academy   RSVP: Mario Iglesias (mario74iglesias@aol.com...


    ATTENTION 14U 8TH/9TH GRADERS!

    Date:02/10/2023  Source:Headfirst Baseball Academy 

      Attention 14U 8th/9th graders! If you are looking for a team, we have roster spots open and will be filling them in the next two weeks. Please reach out today!    Email Jimmy Meuel:  jmeuel@gmail.com  ...


    REGISTRATION IS OPEN! 7U-9U & 9U-12U

    Date:01/23/2023  Source:Headfirst Baseball Academy 

      The Rookies Program is geared towards players who are interested in developing their baseball skills and beginning to learn the nuances of travel baseball in a small group setting with experienced coaches.    Our program will train on Sunday afternoons at the Headfirst Academy (7075 Commerce Circle, Pleasanton, CA) from 4:30pm-5:30pm from late February through April. ...


    HIGH SCHOOL SPRING BASEBALL - COMING SOON!

    Date:02/07/2022  Source:Headfirst Baseball Academy 

        We wish all players luck as they try out for high school baseball this week!  We want to make you aware of the HF Spring Baseball Program for training, extra reps, live situations, possible travel and more!   HF is in it’s 9th year of providing high quality Spring Baseball for high school age players.  The HF Spring Baseball Program includes wee...


    Bercovich 35 Honors Gold Thrives in Alaska Collegiate Tournament!

    Date:06/18/2021  Source:Headfirst Baseball Academy 

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    NICK SIMSEK

    Date:09/01/2020  Source:Headfirst Baseball Academy 

    Nick Simsek   Former Headfirst player, Nick Simsek, joins the Headfirst coaching staff for the summer of 2019.  He will coach at 13U will Will Dobbins this fall.   As a player - Headfirst Baseball Academy - Castro Valley Little League - Castro Valley High School - Ohlone CC   As a Coach - Currently coaches 13U Headfirst Gamers - Has coached with Headfirst Knights ...


    CHAD ROSS

    Date:09/01/2020  Source:Headfirst Baseball Academy 

    Chad Ross Chad Ross   Chad Ross joins the Headfirst Coaching staff for the 2019 summer.  He is an assistant coach with 12U, 16U and 18U programs.  Coach Ross brings a wealth of experience as a former college player, high school coach and current elementary school teacher.   As a Player - Cal High - Chabot CC - Oklahoma City University - Won NAIA National Title in 2...


    RSVP FOR JAN/FEB 2021 (NO TRYOUT)

    Date:08/31/2020  Source:Headfirst Baseball Academy 

    The combination of the new COVID 19 restrictions and the very high volume of HF participants has led to the decision to change our process of creating Jan/Feb Training Team rosters.  The most noteworthy aspect will be pausing the two scheduled tryouts and continuing with current rosters for now (with revisions).  This means the following...    1 - We will NOT have tryou...


    Winter Meetings

    Date:08/22/2020  Source:Headfirst Baseball Academy 

    We held Winter Meetings in December of 2019 to share about the HF experience as we head into 2020.  Those who could not attend can check the link below to get an overview of the meeting.     9/10U Winter Meeting (for 2020)   12U Meuel Winter Meeting (for 2020)   14U Winter Meeting (for 2020)   Current 9th & 10th Grade Winter ...


    Senior Spring

    Date:08/22/2020  Source:Headfirst Baseball Academy 

    SENIOR SPRING IS "ON TIME"   I have very important and insightful information for you all, based on talking to a lot of you about college and also being at the AZ Fall Classic around a lot of college coaches… The bottom line is that DECIDING ON COLLEGE RIGHT NOW IS NOT THEIR TIMING!  Your timing is now (or yesterday) but it is critical that you understand their side.&...


    Wall of Flame

    Date:08/13/2020  Source:Headfirst Baseball Academy 

    "HF WALL OF FLAME" We chart velocities of HF pitchers on the "Wall of Flame" at the HF Academy but also want to acknowledge the top 15 arms here on the website (with others looking to join them soon with HF Verification Day around the corner )... 93 Cal Barna 91 Cameron Calvillo 90 Daniel Garcia ...


    Array

    Date:08/12/2020  Source:Headfirst Baseball Academy 

        HF FALL PROGRAM   Headfirst Baseball specializes in player development and has helped players increase their skill set for the last 20 years. With a stuctured system and "style of play", HF players learn an "old school" approach that is respected at all levels.    During the "covid summer", we have seen more individual growth and no...


    HF Verification Day Results!

    Date:08/06/2020  Source:Headfirst Baseball Academy 

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    HF Weekly Updates

    Date:07/15/2020  Source:Headfirst Baseball Academy 

    WEEKLY UPDATE #3 (7/8)   HF players have been "en fuego" (on fire) in terms of development and we are thrilled by the advances and LEAPS in development that are taking place with training.  All we are missing are the live tourney games where we can combine those advances with competition!   1 - COMPELLING VIDEO CLIPS College recruiting has changed along with alm...


    College Showcase Training

    Date:10/29/2019  Source:Headfirst Baseball Academy 

      COLLEGE SHOWCASE TRAINING   Headfirst offers tremendous opportunity for young players to perform in front of college coaches and we want them to be prepared for that stage.  The concept of “College Showcase Training” is a creation of Headfirst Baseball in an effort to prepare players to thrive in front of college coaches.  Headfirst hosts and particip...


    Play for a HF UD Team in 2020!

    Date:10/16/2019  Source:Headfirst Baseball Academy 

      2020 HF UPPER DIVISION TEAM INFO              2020 will feature the very best coaching staff that the Headfirst Upper Division has ever had from top to bottom!  There will be BOTH some grade level and age level teams, ranging from "College Prep" to "Advanced Placement."      ...


    Bercovich Excels in AZ

    Date:10/07/2019  Source:Headfirst Baseball Academy 

      Bercovich Excels at AZ Fall Classic       A strong group of Juniors travelled to Arizona to play on the Mariners and Padres Spring Training fields in front of college recruiters who were in attendance.  The Junior Fall Classic is one of the most attended showcases by college coaches as they diligently try to search for talent for their schools.  &...


    Bercovich 35 Heading Back to Fairbanks, Alaska in 2020!

    Date:08/06/2019  Source:Headfirst Baseball Academy 

      Mario Iglesias on his Bercovich 35 trip to Fairbanks, Alaska - 2019   * We have since been informed that we will have the privilege of returning in the Summer of 2020 and we need to LOAD UP with talent over the next year!   As we travel home from Fairbanks, I just want to thank you all for the experiences in Alaska and over the summer.  My goal for this group was th...


    21st Annual Memorial Day Tournament!

    Date:05/20/2019  Source:Headfirst Baseball Academy 

      FIELD 1:         TEAM 1 TEAM 2 TEAM 3 TEAM 4 TEAM 5 Sodha Botsford Moylan Vukman Yumoto Birk Croghan Stewart Iglesias Lee Mirra (Adams) Fitzgibbon Lopez Jones Feaver Peterson Duoss **Robinson** LeGuluche Spatz Rocheleau Metzger ...


    HF FALL BASEBALL

    Date:05/02/2019  Source:Headfirst Baseball Academy 

      For those who missed tryouts, please contact Mario Iglesias at mario74iglesias@aol.com for an evaluation!   The revised August schedule is below.  Field availability and final counts of players have contributed to the changes.  HOWEVER, players are welcome to attend a different group as needed to make sure they are training!   INDOOR PRACTICES ...


    2019 SUMMER CAMPS!

    Date:04/11/2019  Source:Headfirst Baseball Academy 

      The Headfirst Summer camps started Eighteen years ago and we have been told it is one of the top camps around. With experienced instructors and a format that keeps the players engaged, the camps draw players from all over Northern California. Each camp is limited to 24 players. The players are divided into two even teams and they compete in team competitions and a five game serie...


    HIGH SCHOOL SPRING TRAINING - 2022 DETAILS

    Date:03/06/2019  Source:Headfirst Baseball Academy 

    HS SPRING TRAINING PROGRAM   FORMAT:         The High School Spring Training Program is designed to give high school players who are not playing on a high school team.  Players will actually take a leap forward during this time as they will receive  quality coaching and DEFINITELY benefit from game reps!   WHEN:          &n...


    6U-8U JR Rookies Spring Program

    Date:02/27/2019  Source:Headfirst Baseball Academy 

      6U-8U Junior Rookies Spring Program      We are currently building the spring Junior Rookies Program. The Junior Rookies will be a training class for 6U-8U players learning baseball skills in a small group setting on Sundays @ 5pm.  ...


    Academy Available For Your Team!

    Date:02/15/2019  Source:Headfirst Baseball Academy 

      This is the best deal in the Bay Area! Instead of renting a single cage in a crowded space for $80/hr., your team can rent the entire academy in a private setting for $100/hr! The academy has two 55ft cages that are set up with four hitting stations, two pitching mounds with sock nets to throw into, hitting tees, and baseballs. We also have a pitching room, lobby for the parents to w...


    2019 LOWER DIVISION TRYOUTS

    Date:12/26/2018  Source:Headfirst Baseball Academy 

      MONDAY TRYOUT UPDATE...       1 - Fields are closed today from weekend rain.  Tryouts are pushed back and there is not a tryout or practice option for today as the HF Academy is fully occupied.     2 - Look below for this week's TRYOUT MAKE UP SCHEDULE     3 - Location will be HF Academy (7075 Commerce Circle in Pleasanton)    ...


    Headfirst Scholar Athletes!

    Date:11/17/2018  Source:Headfirst Baseball Academy 

        Headfirst Baseball wants to recognize players that work hard in the classroom. Headfirst has always tried to help players understand that it takes a certain work ethic to achieve success on and off of the field. The players below have turned in their current report cards and we are proud to give them the recognition that they deserve.    Scholar MVP Sch...


    2019 INFORMATION FROM WINTER MEETINGS

    Date:10/31/2018  Source:Headfirst Baseball Academy 

      2019 INFORMATION FROM WINTER MEETINGS The Winter Meetings for 2019 included more than 160 high school families that took the time in the middle of the Winter to learn about what 2019 will bring for the Headfirst Upper Division.  An outline of the information is below for those who could not attend or for those who wish to review the content.     WHAT ARE YOU LOOKING FOR? ...


    RSVP FOR 2019 UD TRYOUTS

    Date:10/31/2018  Source:Headfirst Baseball Academy 

      HF Tryout Information       *    HF UD tryouts for 2019 will be in early December (Dates and location are the first two Saturdays of December in the evening – 12/1 and 12/8 in Danville at Sycamore Valley Park’s turfed fields).  Look below for the times.       *    The fee ...