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What is USA Baseball?

Since 1978, USA Baseball has been the national governing body for the sport of baseball. It represents the sport in the United States as a member of the U.S. Olympic Committee (USOC) and internationally as a member federation of the World Baseball Softball Confederation (WBSC). 

Nearly every major national amateur baseball organization in America is united as a USA Baseball National Member Organization. As a result, USA Baseball governs more than 15.6 million amateur players in ballparks and playgrounds across the country. 

As the commissioner's office for amateur baseball, USA Baseball is a resource center for its various membership group, fans, and players. USA Baseball is also responsible for promoting and developing the game of baseball on the grassroots level, both nationally and internationally.

What is the current international age determination date?

The current international age determination date states your birthday must fall on January 1 or later of a specified year to be eligible for particular age groups. The age a player reaches during the calendar year of the international competition will serve as his competition age. 

(For example, if your son/daughter wants to play on the 18U National team in 2018, he/she must be 18 years old or younger during the entire calendar year. If your son/daughter would turn 19 on or before December 31 of 2018, he/she would not be eligible to participate with the 18U National Team because his/her competition age would be 19, regardless of his/her age during the time of the tournament.)

  • 16U NTIS: 2026 Grads or 2008 DOB
  • 15U NTIS: born on or after Jan. 1, 2009
  • 14U NTIS: born on or after Jan. 1, 2010
  • 13U NTIS: born on or after Jan. 1, 2011
  • 12U NTIS: born on or after Jan. 1, 2012
  • 11U NTIS: born on or after Jan. 1, 2013

    What are the rules for bat specifications at NTIS events?

    For a complete listing of bat specifications for all USA Baseball events, including the NTIS Regional Selection Process, please click here.

    Official Cancellation Policy for all USA Baseball NTIS Events

    Once a registration fee is paid for an event, no cash, check or credit card refunds will be issued for any reason whatsoever, unless USA Baseball NTIS cancels the event in advance due to insufficient enrollment. In the instance that an event is cancelled due to weather or any other reason beyond the control of USA Baseball NTIS, a credit (like a gift certificate) will be provided that can be used for a future USA Baseball NTIS regional event in 2023/24.

    Who should I contact for general information, specific to my region?

    Northeast Regional Director 

    Jeff Schaefer 

    jeff@usabaseballntis.com 

    Northeast Associate Regional Director 

    Sue Zike 

    sue@usabaseballntis.com

    Who should I contact with questions about merchandise I purchased?

    If you have any questions about merchandise that you have purchased, please contact by email: cs@usabaseball.com or by phone: 844-703-8178.

    How many rounds of tryouts are there and what does each round include?



    Round 2 Regional includes the following: 

    - 1/2 Day Event 

    - 11u-14u Age Groups will go through a pro-style workout, broken into groups with the USAB Task Force on position-by-position breakdown, what it means to wear USA across your chest and simulated games. 

    - 15u & 16u Age Groups will go through a pro-style workout with recruiters in attendance, recruiting seminar, Long-Term Development Program, showcase style event and simulated games. 

    Are there any additional fees if my son is selected to travel to Cary, NC with Team Northeast?

    There is a 425.00 dollar fee for each player that is named to Team Northeast which covers their uniform fee. All players will then need to book rooms and cover their travel to Cary, NC through the Northeast team room blocks.

    When are the champions cup dates for the final selections in Cary?

    11U NTIS Champions Cup: August 22-25
    12U NTIS Champions Cup: August 15-18
    13U NTIS Champions Cup: August 22-25
    14U NTIS Champions Cup: August 15-18
    15U NTIS Champions Cup: August 8-11
    16U NTIS Champions Cup: August 8-11

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