16U Ruffnecks 2022

16U Ruffnecks Return Talented Core in 2022

TEAM ROSTER | TEAM SCHEDULE

2022 brings high expectation for the returning core of 16U Ruffnecks, most of whom are in the graduation class of 2024.  Last summer considerable attention put eyes on this team.  On-field success and natural athleticism characterized their performance as 15 year olds.  To be sure, the recruiting process that comes with the 16U season creates distractions.  Our hope is that the strong bonds of teammates and the common goals for playing the TEAM game maintains focus on development, team baseball, and getting players better.  College coaches traditionally follow our 16U Ruffnecks.  The 2022 summer will undoubtedly bring more looks this way.  We meet the distractions of recruiting with a focus on player development, team play, and performance.   It is a formula where the spotlight shines on everyone.  Performance attracts attention.

Pre-Season and Scout Day

The 16U schedule begins in mid-June.  The program commences “Pre-Season” training the week of June 6th at the NEBC.  These sessions are designed to be daily workouts to include batting practice, skill work, and to recalibrate pitching arms for the busy summer.  The Pre-Season culminates with a SCOUT DAY on Tuesday, June 14.  The Pre-Season workouts create an opportunity for players who have finished their spring seasons to recalibrate and get preparatory work done with instructive supervision.  The primary objective is development and preparation.  The 16U Ruffnecks will travel to several highly competitive events outside our region again in 2022.  A return to the Tournament of Champions in Cincinnati, Ohio is among the schedule plans.

Off Season Work & Preparation for 2022

The new Ruffnecks Hitting Facility will be a centerpiece for regular team and individual practice sessions during the summer.  Coaches will incorporate BP at the Facility on game days when the team plays locally.   The “Facility” creates a clubhouse culture and environment for Ruffnecks to hit and throw with greater access and flexibility.

Like those of the 15U and the 17U/Seniors teams, the 16U schedule is designed for “every day baseball.”  There are very few days off, as we roll from event to event.  Practice and instruction continue to provide a foundation for our body of work.  When on the road, we find ways to practice prior to a game or after a game to go over details, team concepts, and skill work.  Our intent is to play in the top events at the NEBC and at college TEAM Camps.

Schedule Updated May 3, 2022 at 12:55 pm
2022 schedule is updated.  Season practice times may change (at Roxbury Latin or Facility)
Team will now attend all of Super17 in New Jersey June 20-23.

16U Ruffnecks Schedule 2022