TRYOUT REGISTRATION
NOW OPEN FOR
2024-25 SEASON
9u | 10U | 11U | 12U | 13U | 14U | HS Teams
Baseball and Softball
PRIVATE TRYOUT REGISTRATION
Here’s your chance to join Tacoma Select! We’re excited to announce tryout registration for our upcoming 2024-25 season is now open. Whether you’re a seasoned player looking to take your game to the next level or a newcomer eager to step onto the field, we welcome athletes of all experience levels to try out. Our coaching staff is on the lookout for dedicated players who demonstrate talent, teamwork, and a passion for the game.
To get started, Select your age group and fill out the short registration form.
NOTE: Roster spots are limited, and we cannot guarantee that spots will be available on later tryout dates.
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Take your game to the next level
YEAR-ROUND TRAINING
Training starts in August 2024 and runs through the end of the season July 2025.
STRENGTH & CONDITIONING
Weekly group classes open to all ages. Small group and individual training available daily.
PAID TRAINERS & COACHES
Our paid trainers run a majority of the training. Our higher level teams have paid coaching.,
PRIVATE FACILITY
12000 Sq Ft Facility. Cages, pitching machines, full gym. Conveniently located in Tacoma.
WEIGHT ROOM
Power Racks, Free Weights, Cable Machine, Manual Treadmill, Sleds, and more
TOURNAMENTS & LEAGUE
Season play includes tournaments and league. Out of state tournaments for advanced teams.
Small Team Roster
Teams roster are normally 12 to 13 Players.
DEVelopment Focused
Our program focus on player development and getting your player to their goals.
Clinics And Lessons
Players get access and discounts to clinics and lessons
Core Values
Development Based Culture
Determination
Accountability
Winning Attitude
Gratitude
Service & Commitment
GABE KATICH
Director of Player Development | 15U Head Coach 2025
Gabe brings an immense amount of baseball experience, energy, and fun to his team and the Tacoma Select Baseball program. Along with coaching our 13U Majors Team, Gabe will be running pitching instruction and strength and conditioning for all our age groups.
Growing up in California, Gabe played for the San Jose Lights Out travel team, ranked #1 travel ball team in USSSA Rankings. In high school, he was a two-time First Team All-League. Gabe played college ball at CAL State University, Monterey Bay, where he made Second Team All-CCAA. In his 2016 Season, he recorded 60 strikeouts in 71.2 innings. — After college, Gabe played two years in the Independent League with the Napa Silverados in the Pacific Association and the Santa Cruz Seaweed in the Pecos League.
CJ Blowers
Hitting & Pitching Instructor | 15U Head Coach 2025
CJ, originally from Graham, WA, attended Graham-Kapowsin High School where he excelled as a pitcher, earning multiple 1st-team all-league awards and a Preseason All-American honor during his senior year. He also showcased his talent playing for the Mariners Scout Team and the nationally ranked Taylor baseball team.
Continuing his academic and athletic journey, Blowers accepted an offer from Edmonds CC, where he maintained an impressive 2.23 ERA with 72 strikeouts and only 28 walks in 72.2 innings pitched. Transitioning to NCAA DII baseball at CSUSB in 2019, Blowers continued to impress with a 3.00 ERA.
Looking ahead, CJ will be leading his own 15U team next season and will be joining our training staff to work with all teams.
Jack Robinette
Hitting & Pitching Instructor
Jack grew up in University Place, Washington, and attended Curtis High School, where he played Varsity Baseball. Jack was a two-year letterwinner for the Vikings and was a two-sport star, also playing football. He helped Curtis make the playoffs as a sophomore, junior, and senior. Later, Jack played college baseball at Pacific Lutheran University. Jack is a two-way player, both pitching and hitting.
Xavier Salinas
Strength and Conditioning
Xavier is a seasoned Tactical Strength and Conditioning Coach currently working at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, with the 14th Combat Engineer Battalion. With years of experience as a high school and collegiate strength & conditioning coach, Xavier brings a unique blend of expertise to Tacoma Select. He specializes in strength training, athletic development, and injury management. Xavier’s dedication to excellence and his ability to adapt training strategies make him a valuable asset in both military and athletic settings.
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Q&A
When does Tacoma Select
season start?
*Tacoma Select is year round with training starting in August 2024 and runs through to the end of our season which ends Mid July 2025
My Child plays multiple sports can they still play for TS?
*We encourage players to play multiple sports when they can. We ask that you do what you can with the team during the training seasons. Tournament season we ask that baseball is the priority sport.
How mUch Does your program cost?
*The average cost of the program $200 to $300 per month pending on age and team levels.
How Big is your facility?
* The Tacoma Select facility is 12000 sq ft. We have 4 dedicated cages, open field, and a team weight room.
What should we expect for tryouts?
* Players will run the basic baseball drills going over: Defense, Throwing Mechanics, Hitting, Speed, Pitching, and Catching. We will also be evaluating player attitude and coachability.
When do we get tryout results?
* We will have results out 2 to 3 days after your players tryout. If you do not hear back from us in 72hours please feel free to contact us.
What we want in our players:
- Right Attitude
- Coachability
- Determination
- Work Ethic
- Love of The Game