TSI Tryouts FAQs

Tuckahoe Sports (TSI) will be holding 2021-2022 baseball and softball tryouts in the Richmondregion starting on the evening of Monday, June 14th for ages 8U-14U. Join the area’s top developmental program and work with our outstanding coaching staff.

TSI offers competitive college developmental teams at multiple levels for baseball and softball players, plus extensive individual development opportunities through private lessons, classes, and camps – all led by our professional instructors.

The following frequently asked questions (FAQs) are designed to guide your decision and help your student-athlete better prepare for a positive tryout experience this summer.

Why Consider Tuckahoe Sports?

TSI is a non-profit dedicated to the development of skills, fitness, confidence, and growth that comes from sharing the sports of baseball and fastpitch softball with youth of all ages.

1. Experienced Coaches and Competitive Teams (Paid travel ball coaches with years of collegiate and professional experience. Proven developmental programs focused on introductory play through the collegiate level.)
2. Unmatched Facility and Support Staff (Year-round training on indoor and outdoor fields.  Twice-weekly team turf practice time and unlimited daily individual access to warm up areas, indoor cages, and bullpens.)
3. Community Focused Members (Partnerships with Henrico County and Tuckahoe Little League (TLL). Official training partner for TLL with opportunities for baseball and softball players across the region.)

When are TSI Baseball and Softball Tryouts?

Who should attend?

All current and new players will need to attend tryouts this year.

What time should my son or daughter plan to arrive for the tryout?

We recommend arriving at least 45 minutes early to allow time to park, register, temperature checks, and get fitted for a uniform (if needed).

How is the player’s age determined for a tryout?

Softball Age Restrictions

A player’s age on December 31 determines which division that player will be eligible to play in the following year. All players must have proof of age upon registration regardless of division. Younger players may play in older divisions but not vice versa.

Baseball Age Restrictions

For next season, 2021 – 2022 Players should sign up based on their age on or before May 1, 2022

Why does TSI do uniform size measurements even before offers are extended?

We do this to save parents time from making a return trip for just measurements.  New Balance representatives will be onsite to conduct the measurements. This process helps us get uniforms ordered right away and back in time for the season to begin for players who end up accepting offers.

What equipment and shoes should players bring?

Because of uncertainty in weather, baseball and softball players are asked to bring both cleats and turf/tennis shoes, plus all applicable equipment (e.g. glove, helmet, facemask).

How long will the tryout last? Should pitchers and catchers plan to stay longer?

Tryouts can last for 2-3 hours with players evaluated on hitting and defense.  Pitchers and catchers should expect to stay longer for additional evaluations for their respective positions.

Will tryouts occur rain or shine?

Yes, if there is inclement weather, the entire tryout will be conducted inside our training facility.

Will parents have an opportunity to tour the facility and speak with the leadership team at TSI?

Yes, there will also be a parent meeting at the beginning of each tryout session.

When are player offers extended after tryouts? How soon do families then need to make a decision?

Players will be extended offers 1-5 days after the tryout occurs.   We have a 48-hour acceptance period once an offer has been extended.

How many roster spots are there on each team?

Our baseball teams have spots for 13 players per roster and softball teams have spots for 12 players- with the exception of our high school baseball teams that can have more than 13 spots.

What if a player is out of town and unable to attend the designated tryout date?

If a player can’t make a specific tryout date, please make arrangements beforehand for a private tryout. For a private baseball tryout inquiry, please contact Chris McKnight, (804)360-3395. For a private softball tryout inquiry, please contact Lisa Smith (973)945-5116.

Any other questions about the upcoming 2021-2022 TSI baseball and softball tryouts?

Family members are welcome to contact a member of our leadership team. We’re here to help and look forward to seeing your son or daughter at a 2021 tryout event!