How and when will I know if my son has made the team?

Generally players will be notified and offered a position within a week after the final tryout date.  Once all notifications are made, the roster is generally posted on our website and a commitment deposit is due within 72 hours.

How are the ages of players in each age group determined?

Age groups typically are made up of players born within one year of each. The MSBL and most tournaments use the nationally recognized birthday cutoff date of May 1 for each age group. For example, players born after May 1 2009 are eligible to play 12U in 2022.

What league will you play in and where are your home games?

Historically Maverick teams play in the the Mid Suburban Baseball league (“MSBL”) based out of Elk Grove, Il. (www.msblleague.org).  Home games normally are at Mount Prospect Park District’s Friendship Park on Algonquin Rd. between 83 and Mount Prospect Rd.

How many games do the Mavericks play?

The number of games vary by team, historically, the 10U team will play in the MSBL with 22-23  games; including the MSBL Playoffs.  As the kids get older and add more tournaments to the MSBL schedule, the total amount varies.  i.e , in 2020 13U team played about 35 games; including all tourneys.

What distance in the MSBL are the bases and pitching mound?

9U:  60’ bases and 44’ pitching distance.

10U:  65' bases and 46' pitching distance.

11U:  70’ bases and 48’ pitching distance.

12U:  70’ bases and 50’ pitching distance.

13U:  80’ bases and 54’ pitching distance.

14U:  90’ bases and 60' 6" pitching distance.

How many tournaments will the team play in?

Teams compete in 3-5 tournaments depending on age level either during open weekends or after the MSBL season is complete.

Will the Mavericks travel outside of Illinois?

This depends on the team, however historically the 11U team plays an end of the year tournament in the Wisconsin Dells and 12U team goes to Cooperstown Dreams Park tourney. 13U goes to Cal Ripken Myrtle Beach and 14U has historically gone to Omaha where College World Series is played. Otherwise these decisions are made on a team by team basis.

Who Coaches the Maverick teams?

As a community based travel baseball organization we rely on parent volunteers to manage our younger age levels and as an organization strongly recommend our older teams to consider involving a “professional” coach to lead their teams.  All coaches must meet with the Board of Directors for approval.

How much does it cost to be on the Mavericks?

The current baseline fee (subject to change if need be) is $750 per player plus uniform. The baseline cost includes all items like indoor training, fields, umpires, equipment, MSBL fees, in town tourneys, etc. Having said this, out of town tourney fees and the travel associated are in addition to  the baseline fee. Full uniform is roughly $325 but many players wear some uniform items for multiple years if they still fit.

**Because of the cost of Cooperstown, we encourage you to contact the Maverick organization prior to that age’s tryouts to better understand that year’s financial commitment.

When is the money due?

An commitment deposit (generally $250 but is subject to change) will be due within 72 hours of a player being notified they made the team.  An additional $250 payment is generally due around September 15th and November 15. No refunds will be given for any reason, once fees are paid (see injury refund policy).  Payments are collected via credit card, PayPal, or personal check. 12U player fee schedule may differ than other Maverick teams because of Cooperstown tournament  requirements.

What is your refund policy?

No refunds will be offered after the parent has accepted a roster spot except possibly for the case of injuries.  In the case of injuries a request must be made in writing to the Maverick Board of Directors and then if the refund is approved, it may be prorated and subject to board approval.  The policy of Mount Prospect Travel Baseball is no refunds for any reason (including but not limited to withdrawal, injury, suspension or expulsion).  You may appeal to the Maverick Board of Directors in the case of injury or extraordinary circumstance and said final decision will be based on an individual by individual basis.

When do you start workouts?

Teams generally engages weekly, indoor, skill development workouts January -April. Once weather breaks and season begins, we get outdoors for practice at least once per week as game schedule permits.  Please note, the Maverick organization is cognizant of allowing our players to participate in other sports and understand conflicts arise during the early workout dates in January and February.  We encourage multi-sport athletes however expect that during baseball season (April – July) baseball becomes a priority.