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12U ECB Black Knights
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 Posted - 07/14/2011 : 11:44:04
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The ECB Black Knights are looking for a few motivated players for the upcoming 2012 season at the 12U age group. The primary coaches are veteran coaches who teach fundamentals in all facets of the game in a very disciplined but fun atmosphere for the players. We expect hard work, focus and 100% effort at all times from our players but in return they will understand and know how to properly play the game of baseball.
Coach Koerner has been a travel baseball coach for several years. During this time he has demonstrated the ability to take young players to the next level both in skill, determination and positive attitudes. He is a true leader in every aspect. After a tremendous high school career, coach Koerner continued on as a starting pitcher at Butler County and Barton County Community College’s.
Coach Jody Samples is a San Diego Padres Scout and former minor league player. Coach Samples is a current ECB coach with the 15U Titan’s and will support the Black Knights as an off-field hitting and pitching instructor. As a Scout, Coach Samples has an eye for talent and is one of the best technical coaches in the area.
The Black Knights will have their own indoor practice facility for pitching and hitting to be used only by the (3) Black Knights teams. The Black Knights will have teams at 9U, 12U and 13U. The Black Knights are working to lock down an additional practice field (High School Size) in addition to the times allocated by East Cobb Baseball.
The knights are planning a pre-tryout workout this Saturday, July 16th at 10:00-12:00 noon at Shaw Park off of Canton Rd. Please contact us at the below email addresses if you wish to attend.
If you cannot attend the above workout and would like to schedule another time to try out for the ECB 12U Black Knights please email us at kquirk@quirkcompany.com and jkiwp@yahoo.com. Please include both addresses to ensure we get back to you promptly.
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12U ECB Black Knights
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Posted - 07/14/2011 : 12:05:38
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Q & A
Q: Why the name Black Knights?
A: This year was our first season as the Black Knights and we started this program out of our passion for the game and also in appreciation of all the military families who have had it tough over the last 10 years with their love ones in constant danger. We wanted to not only teach our players the game of baseball but also something we believe is just as important, love of country and sacrifice. Each player will wear a different military unit patch on their Camo jersey to honor the military and the specific unit.
Q: Is there a charge for the workout or evaluation?
A: No, but all players who want to make an East Cobb team are required to attend the official East Cobb try outs in August.
Q: I have heard that other teams are having a #1 and #2 team are you?
A: No, it is time consuming enough to work properly with the kids on a single team much less a second. Our focus is player development and teaching baseball the proper way to the kids we have committed to and to insure that all of our players are prepared for the next level
Q: Other teams are constantly bringing in new players throughout the year, what is the Black Knights policy?
A: We play the kids who have committed to be a Black Knight. Unless there is an injury, or a player has been dismissed for breaking team rules we will not add players.
Q: What is your experience as a coach?
A: I have been coaching travel baseball for several years. My goal is to help kids maximize their potential and reach the next level. We will work tirelessly to develop relationships with local high school coaches, college recruiters and pro scouts to ensure our players get the looks they deserve to reach their goal.
Q: What is your policy on playing time with the Black Knights?
A: All of our players play equally. You can not get better if you don’t play. It is sad to see so many very good players on other teams (whose only focus is just winning) not play when it counts or get replaced by new players when they are struggling. Experience is only gained when players are placed in tough situations and learn how to deal with the pressure. Players need to learn how to deal with pressure now because at the older ages they are expected to perform. If they don’t get the experience now, how will they learn to play when it really counts?
Q: What is your policy on working with players outside normal practice times?
A: We are looking to open an indoor facility for just that reason. There is a lot of experience on the Black Knights coaching staff. Our indoor facility will only be utilized by the Black Knights teams. Next year we will field teams at the 9U, 12U and 13U age group. Black Knights players will be able to utilize the facility on non-practice days if they wish to get extra practice.
Q: Who are the coaches for the 12U Black Knights?
A: Coach Koerner (Pitching, General Manager), Coach Thornburgh (Catchers, First Base), Coach Quirk (Business Manager, Bench), Coach Wall ( Conditioning), Facility Coach Jody Samples, San Diego Padres Scout, ECB Titan’s 15U baseball coach (Hitting and Pitching)
Q: Are the Black Knights going to play a Fall Schedule?
A: Yes the 12U Black Knights will play a Fall Schedule, but we realize some players will play other sports in the Fall and that is OK. It is not required to play in the Fall to make the spring 2012 team.
Q: What would you say is the difference between the Black Knights and other teams?
A: Coaching philosophy! Although winning is important, we focus more on player development.
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12U ECB Black Knights
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Posted - 07/14/2011 : 13:08:14
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CORRECTION.....The pre-tryout workout this Saturday, July 16th is from 10:00-2:00, not 10:00-12:00. You can show up for all of it or come for either the 10-12 session or the 12-2 session. Please bring plenty of water and lunch if you plan on attending both sessions.
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12U ECB Black Knights
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Posted - 07/16/2011 : 23:14:40
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| I want to thank everyone who came out for the ECB Black Knights 12U workout this am. We will be posting another workout for later this week for those players who were unable to make this mornings session. Please check back to this bulletin for updates. |
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ecboutsider
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Posted - 07/17/2011 : 14:48:10
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| what park are you guys out of?(or coming from) |
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