Dreaming of playing college baseball? Or maybe making it all the way to the pros? You’re not alone. In 2025, high school players have tons of ways to get noticed. But navigating it all can be tricky. No worries — we’ll break it all down for you. Short, fun, and easy to follow!
Start With the Basics
Before you chase exposure, you need to be ready. That means:
- Practicing regularly
- Dialing in your fundamentals
- Staying healthy and strong
Sounds obvious, right? But it’s super important. You don’t want scouts to see you on a bad day or sloppy game.
Make Your High School Team Count
First things first — excel on your school team. Coaches from colleges often ask your high school coach about you. Make sure you give them great things to say!
Here’s how:
- Be coachable
- Work hard during games and practice
- Support your teammates — coaches love leaders
It’s not just about talent. Your attitude matters!
Play Travel Ball
If you want serious exposure, travel baseball is a must in 2025. These teams play in tournaments where college coaches and scouts are watching.
Look for teams that play in:
- Perfect Game Tournaments
- PBR (Prep Baseball Report) Showcases
- Five Tool Events
These events attract scouts from junior colleges to D1 programs. The better the event, the more eyes on you!
Attend Showcases
Showcases are all about getting noticed. You show off your skills in front of scouts. Think of it like a live tryout with a ton of coaches watching.
Pick the right ones:
- PBR Showcases
- Perfect Game Showcases
- Headfirst or Area Code Tryouts
These events test your 60-yard dash, throws, bat speed, exit velocity, and more. They may also rank you online, which gives you even more exposure!
Get Online
Yep — the internet matters. In 2025, coaches check players out online before driving hours to see them.
What you can do:
- Create a short highlight video (60-90 seconds)
- Post it on YouTube or Twitter/X
- Tag college programs and use hashtags like #BaseballRecruit
Make sure your video shows off:
- Hitting
- Throwing (from IF, OF, or catcher)
- Pitching — if you’re a pitcher
- Running the 60-yard dash
Clean, clear clips with music (optional) and your name, grad year, and contact info.
Use Recruiting Sites
Recruiting websites are a huge tool. Post your profile, video, and stats. Update it often!
Useful platforms in 2025:
- NCSA (Next College Student Athlete)
- FieldLevel
- PBR Profiles
- Perfect Game Player Pages
These sites let coaches find you — even if they’ve never seen you live yet. A cool profile with solid info can land you on a coach’s radar.
Talk to College Coaches
This part can feel scary. But it doesn’t have to be! Coaches want players who are motivated and organized.
Start by emailing your top target schools. Include:
- Your name and grad year
- Home city and high school
- Your position(s)
- Links to your video and profile
- Your upcoming showcase or travel team schedule
Make it short and professional. No essays, just solid info. And keep in touch — follow up if you go to a camp or event they attend.
Go to College Camps
College baseball camps are a great way to be seen by coaches at a specific school. They’ll evaluate your skills, coach you, and you get to show them how you play in their environment!
More bonuses:
- You build relationships with the coaching staff
- You see what it’s like at that school
- The coach sees if you’re a culture fit for the program
Try to attend the college’s own camp — not a third-party camp — if they’re on your target list.
Keep Your Grades Up
You might be the next Bryce Harper. But if your GPA is in the dumps, many schools can’t recruit you.
So, hit those books. Coaches notice athletes who are strong in the classroom. It shows responsibility and drive.
Plus, strong academics = more scholarship options!
Brand Yourself
Wait — brand yourself? What?!
We mean this: let coaches, fans, and followers know who you are as a player and person. Keep your social media positive and respectful. Share:
- Your workouts
- Game clips
- Improvements you’re making
- Your goals and gratitude posts
This helps you build a friendly, focused online identity that coaches love to see.
Be Patient and Stay Hungry
The recruiting process can be long. Some guys get offers at 16. Others bloom later, at 18. Both paths are okay.
Keep grinding. Stay upbeat. Hustle every rep, every inning. Coaches pay attention — even when you think no one is looking.
Recap: Your 2025 Exposure Game Plan
- Play hard on your high school team
- Join a competitive travel team
- Attend top showcases
- Make a solid highlight video
- Use Twitter and YouTube wisely
- Build online recruiting profiles
- Email coaches and follow up
- Attend college-run camps where you’re truly interested
- Keep your grades strong
- Stay patient, have fun, and compete
This may sound like a lot, but take it one step at a time. Whether you aim for D1, D2, NAIA, or JUCO — there’s a path for you.
Go out there. Show them what you’ve got. And don’t forget to enjoy the ride.
