Organization and Fees

NOT FOR PROFIT ORGANIZATION
STAFF - There will be zero salaried positions on staff. Kevin Youkilis and Danny Putnam will be volunteer coaches. Any other coaches or trainers on staff, will be minimal expenses. Non-coaches on staff will also be volunteers.
FEES - Initial fee to order Warstic uniforms and team equipment package. Monthly dues based on paying for fields, umpires, and tournaments. No markup or profit made but a direct passthrough of actual costs incurred for the month. Evenly split between all participating players.
TEAM PERKS -
25% Warstic Discount - Metal Bats, Wood Bats, Batting Gloves and Apparel with Team Code (warstic.com)
20% New Balance Discount - Shoes and Apparel with Team Code (newbalanceteam.com)

Mission Statement

"We are a team built on grit, discipline, and a passion for the game. Our mission is to develop skilled, resilient players who compete with heart, respect the process, and strive for excellence every day. Inspired by Kevin Youkilis’ relentless drive and championship spirit, we focus on mastering the fundamentals, embracing teamwork, and growing as athletes and individuals. Through hard work, accountability, and a love for baseball, we aim to win on the field and build character that lasts a lifetime."

Team Warstic San Diego Goals and Objectives:

🔥 1. Build a Strong Practice Culture

High Reps, High Intent: Practice like you play. Every rep should mimic game speed and purpose.
Small Groups/Stations: Keep kids moving and engaged with focused station work (e.g., hitting, fielding, base running, mental reps).
Competition Built In: Turn drills into mini-competitions. It raises focus and simulates pressure.

⚾ 2. Master the Fundamentals

Daily Infield/Outfield Work: Emphasize footwork, glove positioning, and throwing accuracy.
Repetition with Variation: Use different angles, speeds, and scenarios to challenge fundamentals in dynamic ways.
Hitting Routine: Mix tee work, front toss, BP, and machine work. Focus on approach, not just mechanics.

🧠 3. Raise Baseball IQ

Situational Awareness: Walk through and scrimmage situations like bunt defense, 1st & 3rd plays, double cuts, etc.
Film Review: Use game footage or pro clips to teach decision-making and positioning.
Game Talk: Teach your players how to think along with the game — talk pitch counts, base running reads, defensive positioning.

💪 4. Build Athleticism & Durability

Agility & Strength Training: Speed ladders, core work, bodyweight training — age-appropriate but consistent.
Arm Care Program: Long toss, bands, shoulder care — protect arms while building strength.
Proper Recovery: Teach warm-ups, cool-downs, and hydration habits early.

🧬 5. Mindset & Leadership

Mental Toughness Drills: Handle failure, reset routines, pressure reps.
Team Standards: Set clear expectations for effort, attitude, and accountability.
Player Ownership: Give players leadership roles — make them responsible for parts of practice or in-game decisions.

🧭 6. Game Strategy & Exposure

Winning: Our goal every time we step in between the white lines is to win! While the goal is development, our focus is to compete with top talent in So Cal.
Tournaments: Play teams that challenge your group — iron sharpens iron. (Majors & Open Tournaments)
Positional Versatility: Teach multiple positions early — it builds value and understanding.
High School Mindset Early: Start introducing the concept of being a student-athlete. Talk goals, grades, and work ethic.
Character - creating high character young men that will pass on the knowledge of the game to the next generation when they get older.

Future Schedule 2025-2026

December 2025

Two Week Break for Holiday Season with Family
Optional Practices - No player will be penalized for missing time with family
Throwing Program and Fielding Drills provided for those traveling with family

September 2025

First practices start
Health and Wellness Assessments
Throwing Program - 1st half of month no throwing and build up gradually at end of month
Hitting and Fielding - Implement drills and video analysis
Strength and Conditioning -Bands, Bodyweight and Minimal Weights

October- December 2025

Practices and Games
Strength and Conditioning - Bands, Bodyweight and Minimal Weights
2 Practices a week Minimal
Games - Sunday Friendlies
Mixing in local Tournaments
Strict pitch counts in Fall Ball

July 6th- September 6th

Mandatory Shut down from baseball activities
Enjoy time with family and playing other sports
This helps reduce arm injuries and burnout

January- July 4th Tourney 2026

GO TIME! SEASON 1 BEGINS
Two Practices a week minimal
Weekend Friendlies
Tournaments - Primarily Southern California. San Diego, Orange County and Los Angeles

Organization and Fees

NOT FOR PROFIT ORGANIZATION

STAFF - There will be zero salaried positions on staff. Kevin Youkilis and Danny Putnam will be volunteer coaches. Any other coaches or trainers on staff, will be minimal expenses. Non-coaches on staff will also be volunteers.

FEES - Initial fee to order Warstic uniforms and team equipment package. Monthly dues based on paying for fields, umpires, and tournaments. No markup or profit made but a direct passthrough of actual costs incurred for the month. Evenly split between all participating players.

TEAM PERKS -

25% Warstic Discount - Metal Bats, Wood Bats, Batting Gloves and Apparel with Team Code (warstic.com)

20% New Balance Discount - Shoes and Apparel with Team Code (newbalanceteam.com)

Mission Statement

Team Warstic San Diego Goals and Objectives:

🔥 1. Build a Strong Practice Culture

High Reps, High Intent: Practice like you play. Every rep should mimic game speed and purpose.

Small Groups/Stations: Keep kids moving and engaged with focused station work (e.g., hitting, fielding, base running, mental reps).

Competition Built In: Turn drills into mini-competitions. It raises focus and simulates pressure.

⚾ 2. Master the Fundamentals

Daily Infield/Outfield Work: Emphasize footwork, glove positioning, and throwing accuracy.

Repetition with Variation: Use different angles, speeds, and scenarios to challenge fundamentals in dynamic ways.

Hitting Routine: Mix tee work, front toss, BP, and machine work. Focus on approach, not just mechanics.

🧠 3. Raise Baseball IQ

Situational Awareness: Walk through and scrimmage situations like bunt defense, 1st & 3rd plays, double cuts, etc.

Film Review: Use game footage or pro clips to teach decision-making and positioning.

Game Talk: Teach your players how to think along with the game — talk pitch counts, base running reads, defensive positioning.

💪 4. Build Athleticism & Durability

Agility & Strength Training: Speed ladders, core work, bodyweight training — age-appropriate but consistent.

Arm Care Program: Long toss, bands, shoulder care — protect arms while building strength.

Proper Recovery: Teach warm-ups, cool-downs, and hydration habits early.

🧬 5. Mindset & Leadership

Mental Toughness Drills: Handle failure, reset routines, pressure reps.

Team Standards: Set clear expectations for effort, attitude, and accountability.

Player Ownership: Give players leadership roles — make them responsible for parts of practice or in-game decisions.

🧭 6. Game Strategy & Exposure

Winning: Our goal every time we step in between the white lines is to win! While the goal is development, our focus is to compete with top talent in So Cal.

Tournaments: Play teams that challenge your group — iron sharpens iron. (Majors & Open Tournaments)

Positional Versatility: Teach multiple positions early — it builds value and understanding.

High School Mindset Early: Start introducing the concept of being a student-athlete. Talk goals, grades, and work ethic.

Character - creating high character young men that will pass on the knowledge of the game to the next generation when they get older.

Future Schedule 2025-2026

December 2025

Two Week Break for Holiday Season with Family

Optional Practices - No player will be penalized for missing time with family

Throwing Program and Fielding Drills provided for those traveling with family

September 2025

First practices start

Health and Wellness Assessments

Throwing Program - 1st half of month no throwing and build up gradually at end of month

Hitting and Fielding - Implement drills and video analysis

Strength and Conditioning -Bands, Bodyweight and Minimal Weights

October- December 2025

Practices and Games

Strength and Conditioning - Bands, Bodyweight and Minimal Weights

2 Practices a week Minimal

Games - Sunday Friendlies

Mixing in local Tournaments

Strict pitch counts in Fall Ball

July 6th- September 6th

Mandatory Shut down from baseball activities

Enjoy time with family and playing other sports

This helps reduce arm injuries and burnout

January- July 4th Tourney 2026

GO TIME! SEASON 1 BEGINS

Two Practices a week minimal

Weekend Friendlies

Tournaments - Primarily Southern California. San Diego, Orange County and Los Angeles

Team Warstic San Diego 13U

*High Reps, High Intent**: Practice like you play. Every rep should mimic game speed and purpose.*

*Small Groups/Stations**: Keep kids moving and engaged with focused station work (e.g., hitting, fielding, base running, mental reps).*

*Competition Built In**: Turn drills into mini-competitions. It raises focus and simulates pressure.*

*Daily Infield/Outfield Work**: Emphasize footwork, glove positioning, and throwing accuracy.*

*Repetition with Variation**: Use different angles, speeds, and scenarios to challenge fundamentals in dynamic ways.*

*Hitting Routine**: Mix tee work, front toss, BP, and machine work. Focus on approach, not just mechanics.*

*Situational Awareness**: Walk through and scrimmage situations like bunt defense, 1st & 3rd plays, double cuts, etc.*

*Film Review**: Use game footage or pro clips to teach decision-making and positioning.*

*Game Talk**: Teach your players how to think along with the game — talk pitch counts, base running reads, defensive positioning.*

*Agility & Strength Training**: Speed ladders, core work, bodyweight training — age-appropriate but consistent.*

*Arm Care Program**: Long toss, bands, shoulder care — protect arms while building strength.*

*Proper Recovery**: Teach warm-ups, cool-downs, and hydration habits early.*

*Mental Toughness Drills**: Handle failure, reset routines, pressure reps.*

*Team Standards**: Set clear expectations for effort, attitude, and accountability.*

*Player Ownership**: Give players leadership roles — make them responsible for parts of practice or in-game decisions.*

*Tournaments**: Play teams that challenge your group — iron sharpens iron. (Majors & Open Tournaments)*

*Positional Versatility**: Teach multiple positions early — it builds value and understanding.*

*High School Mindset Early**: Start introducing the concept of being a student-athlete. Talk goals, grades, and work ethic.*