8U Baseball Tryouts
This page lists all active 8U baseball tryouts across the country. Search by club or city, and filter by date to find a team that matches your player's skill level and schedule.
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How this page works: These are real tryouts posted by coaches and club managers. Click any tryout to see location, dates, and contact info. Check back often or set up alerts to get notified when new 8U tryouts are posted.
Upcoming Tryouts (14)
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About 8U Baseball
8U baseball represents a significant step in youth baseball development. Players at this level typically transition from coach-pitch to kid-pitch, learning to hit against live pitching from their peers. Defensive skills become more important as players learn to field ground balls and make accurate throws.
When attending 8U tryouts, coaches evaluate throwing mechanics, fielding ability, bat speed, and baseball IQ. This is often the first age where competitive travel baseball becomes more structured.
Frequently Asked Questions
8U baseball is the level where players are roughly 7-8 years old, and the game is built around fundamentals like throwing, catching, running bases, and learning the rules without pressure. If you are searching for 8U baseball tryouts, you are usually looking for a team that plays organized games, practices consistently, and helps your player grow fast.
At 8U, the big difference is commitment and competition. Recreational baseball is usually neighborhood-based with a lighter schedule. Travel baseball at this age adds more practice structure, weekend games, and sometimes tournaments, but it should still be fun-first. Recreational baseball is usually lower cost, closer to home, and more flexible. Travel baseball usually adds more practices, tougher opponents, and more weekend events. The right choice is the one your family can enjoy without burning out.
For an 8U tryout, bring glove, water, cleats if you have them, and a bat/helmet if requested. Label gear. Bring a quick snack for after. Coaches also love when players arrive ready to listen. Also bring a good attitude. Coaches notice the player who helps pick up balls, listens on the first ask, and finishes every drill with effort.
To choose the right 8U team, start with the coach and the culture. Choose the team that teaches fundamentals and keeps it fun. Ask how they rotate positions, how they handle mistakes, and how many practices and games you will have each week. Then check the practical stuff: distance, schedule, cost, and where they play. A team that your player loves will usually beat a "big name" team that makes baseball feel like a job.
At 8U tryouts, coaches are looking for a mix of ability and upside: basic catch-and-throw, running form, willingness to learn, and coachability. Coaches also look for kids who can focus for short bursts and follow simple directions. They also watch body language. The player who competes, stays positive, and takes instruction quickly often moves to the top of the list.