FAQs
In the sections below, you will find answers to the important questions families ask about our summer program offering.
About Us FAQs
Our motto is to "pursue the crown." In 1 Corinthians 9:25, Paul wrote, "Everyone who competes in the games goes into strict training. They do it to get a crown that will not last, but we do it to get a crown that will last forever" (NIV). As athletes, we dedicate countless hours of attention and focus to developing in our sport. Although we should pursue our passion in athletics with all of our ability, we should equally be pursuing our relationship with God because as Paul writes, the crowns of our sport will not last, but the crown of Christ will last forever.
What this means for us as coaches and players is that we ought to play the game differently than the average baseball player does. We must buy in to the following values: Hustle, Attitude, and Toughness. When other teams, parents, umpires, and coaches watch us play, we aspire for them to notice a difference in the way we play the game. We play for a higher purpose. We do not take our God-given talents for granted. We play every pitch as if it were our last. Our coaches and players hustle on and off the field at all times. We have good attitudes, encourage one another, and respond appropriately both to victory and adversity. Finally, we play the game with an unrivaled toughness, both physically and mentally.
Our program is open to all players, whether they grew up in the Church or have no faith at all. We see our role as exposing our players to what a relationship with Christ looks like and how that impacts there lives a young men and athletes.
We attempt to accomplish this through team prayer, bible studies, community service, and fellowship events outside of baseball.
Summer Program FAQs
For the summer of 2025, we anticipate the following structure:
- 18U (Mix of 2025s and 2026s)
- 17U (2026)
- 16U (2027s)
- 15U (2028s)
In the summer of 2025, we will play in six tournaments. Our summer program starts in late May and runs through mid-July. You can review our summer 2024 schedules by using the TEAMS tab on the main homepage.
From a games perspective, our goal is three-fold: Quality facilities, top-of-the-line competition, and exposure to college coaches.
In addition to our schedule listed above, the Kansas City Club Baseball Association that we are a member of hosts a tryout in the winter to determine the best players among a variety of clubs in the Kansas City area. KCCBA members include: Impact Athletes, Midwest Bruins, Cavaliers, Yard Baseball Club, Between the Lines, Natural Baseball Academy, Next Level Baseball, KC Bullets, KC Elite, Old School Ducks, Competitive Edge, and Advanced Baseball Academy. This tryout is ran by college coaches who evaluate the players. They then form a KCCBA national team that competes in two additional events: World Wood Bat by Perfect Game in Atlanta, GA and Best in the US at Mizzou.
18U teams practice at Macken in NKC from 4-6 pm on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. 15/16U practice at St. Pius X High School from 6-8 pm on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.
Our goal is to have 4-6 coaches at all practices and 1-3 coaches at each game.
Our 15U and 16U teams generally have 13-14 player rosters. Our 17U and 18U can carry up to 16-17 players due to having some pitcher-only players on the roster.
We commit to getting each player at least one start per tournament. What they get beyond that is based on performance and team needs.
We tend to hit 10-11 players in each game.
Pricing FAQs
The cost to play is $2,050 for Summer 2025. We typically break this into a monthly payment plan beginning in July/August, when your family commits and registers for the program, and concluding in late May.
It is important to note that all payments are non-refundable.
What we require of players to buy can typically be achieved for under $300. Most players make this last from two to four seasons with Impact depending on their growth physically.
Miscellaneous FAQs
Collegiate recruiting for the most part takes place at camps/showcases that players attend individually versus a team atmosphere. Moreover, technology has changed the game which allows for coaches to recruit from their home using their tablets, computers, and smart phones. There is some recruiting that takes place at summer tournaments, but it typically is minimal. A helpful resource for you is to checkout our "College Commitments" page under our "Alumni" section. It details how each player was recruited to the university they attended.
We utilize a ton of video via Pocket Radar and post to Twitter. Moreover, we work with players to assess their goals and give advice on what we feel is realistic. We help with connecting players with coaches and crafting communication to successfully connect and create future opportunities to perform in front of them.
Ultimately, if a player has the ability to play past high school, they will have the opportunity to keep playing if that's their desire.
This 30 minute video is a great introduction to the recruiting process and how we assist players along the way.
Our players choose from a variety of options to craft their needs throughout the winter months. Options include:
- Private lessons.
- 6-week pitcher development program.
- 6-week catcher development program.
- Pre-HS hitting program in February.
- Hitter development program.
- Strength and conditioning with outside agencies.
- Throwing programs with reputable agencies locally in KC.
We have opted not to own a facility. The increase in overhead drives up the cost further for families, so we see that as a disadvantage. We rent the space when rain is in issue in the summer/fall for team practice.
Our main tryout will take place on Monday, July 15th at St. Pius X HS (field located south at the end of Davidson Rd.) from 5 - 8 pm. We really prefer that families make this date work.
However, we have a backup option on Tuesday, 7/16 during our normal practices at Macken Park 4-6 pm or at Pius 6-8 pm.
Registration is now closed. Please email us at iaofkc@gmail.com for more information on private tryouts if roster spots still exist.
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