The Watertown Storm Baseball Program is a SELECT / TRAVEL program and is available to a limited number of players from ages 8 to 19. This is a competitive program that requires substantial commitment on the part of players and their parents; Playing time is not guaranteed!
The goal of the STORM program is to develop players to play at the highest level possible and to ensure a positive and fun environment for your athlete to develop.
Players must reside in Watertown or attend a school in Watertown. If you do not meet these criteria, you may contact the WYBA President to determine eligibility
Player Evaluations take place in late summer. Teams are selected and player notifications are mailed within several weeks of the tryout (players selected to a team are required to submit a non-refundable deposit to reserve a roster spot)
One or Two Teams per age group depending on the numbers AND evaluations
Camps and Clinics are made available in November / December as part of the Storm Program FREE of charge.
Indoor workouts begin in January/February when we start to build the foundation for a successful season. Players are expected to make the majority of their team's indoor workouts.
Teams play 1-3 league games per week vs. teams throughout southeastern Wisconsin from mid-April through the end of July. (50% of the games involve travel to other communities). Teams also play 3-4 weekend tournaments. Teams play from 25 to 35 games in a season.
Travel to other communities is required
Time commitment is typically one time a week in January and February twice a week in March and April and 3 times a week, or more, in May, June and July.
Parents and players participate and volunteer for the Storm Armageddon Tournament which takes place in June or July depending on Age Group. This is the program's significant fundraising event -- Parents may choose from various responsibilities throughout the weekend. Participation is mandatory for parents.
Costs are determined each year, but generally are around $250 plus a $150 volunteer deposit.