Embrace the grind.
Bring effort, discipline, and a willingness to be coached. Build good habits when nobody is watching, then carry them into the game.
Mid-Atlantic baseball · Age-eligible 15U
BUILT
DIFFERENT.
For players who put in the work.
For families who believe in the team.
Welcome to Grind Factory.
15U BASEBALLONE TEAM. HIGH STANDARDS.EST. 2026
Tryouts: November 14 & 21 · DC FieldhouseGET THE DETAILS ↗
01 / The Grind Factory Code
Find your people.
Build something different.
How we prepare. How we compete. How we treat people. Our identity starts with the daily choices that make a team worth being part of.
Team over individual.
Be prepared. Stay accountable. Celebrate the teammate next to you. Every role matters when everyone is pulling in the same direction.
Stay mentally tough.
Baseball will test you. Meet the next pitch with focus, compete through adversity, and treat the game and the people in it with respect.
“Iron sharpens iron.”ONE TEAM. BUILT TOGETHER.
The standard starts here.02 / The program
Small roster.
High standards.
Grind Factory is a new competitive 15U baseball program serving the Mid-Atlantic. We’re building one team around clear roles, intentional development, and a shared commitment to getting better.
12 + 3
A purposeful roster12 position players and 3 pitchers-only spots. Defined roles and a team-first approach.
15U
Eligibility comes firstAge-eligible 15U players across the 2029, 2030, and 2031 classes. Mostly 2030, with a focus on development and competition.
ALL IN
Work together year-roundWinter indoor training, followed by practices in the York, Manchester, and Westminster areas.
03 / Earn your place · 2027 season
Your next chapter
starts with the work.
We’re looking for high-level players who want to compete, develop, and be part of something built together. Focused pitchers welcome, with three pitchers-only spots at a discounted rate.
NOV14
Saturday, November 14, 2026
Arrive 4:00 PM · Tryout 4:30–6:00 PM
DC Fieldhouse · Red Lion, PA
NOV21
Saturday, November 21, 2026
Arrive 4:00 PM · Tryout 4:30–6:00 PM
DC Fieldhouse · Red Lion, PA
Can’t make these dates?
Request a private tryout with Coach Erik. Share your availability and we’ll work with you to arrange an individual evaluation.
REQUEST A PRIVATE TRYOUT ↗All times Eastern. Contact Coach Erik for the exact location and to let us know you’re coming. Offer letters go out within 3 days of tryouts.
THE FACTORY IS OPEN. COME EMBRACE THE GRIND.
04 / Building the 2027 season
Prepare with purpose.
Compete together.
A development-first calendar with training, team time, and competitive baseball across the Mid-Atlantic.
WINTER
Build the foundation.
Indoor work with DC Sports and DC Fieldhouse. Skill development, strength, and preparation before the season starts.
SUMMER
Take the work to the field.
A planned tournament schedule balancing Mid-Atlantic competition and select travel events. Explore the tentative summer tour below; entries and dates will be updated as confirmations arrive.
FALL
Keep raising the standard.
A lighter fall schedule, built around the WWBA Championships in Fort Myers, Florida, with select regional events and continued team development. Dates and entries are pending.
2027 / Summer tour
Ten events. One team.
Our planned summer lineup, with dates and entries subject to confirmation. Regional competition and a national trip, built around one team.
| Dates | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 4–6 | PG Mid-Atlantic Regional | South Jersey, NJ |
| Jun 11–13 | PG WWBA Northeast Championship | Newark, NJ |
| Jun 24–Jul 1 | 15U WWBA National Championship LakePoint trip plan · event / venue confirmation pending | Georgia |
| Jul 8–12 | PBT DC Summer Championships 15U · Thursday start | Fairfax, VA |
| Jul 16–18 | Boss Bat Showcase Championship | WellSpan Park · York, PA |
| Jul 23–25 | Williamsport World Series | LumberYards · Williamsport, PA |
| Jul 29–Aug 1 | PBT New Jersey Open | New Jersey |
| Aug 5–8 | PBT Pennsylvania World Series | Plymouth Meeting / Villanova, PA |
| Aug 13–15 | In The Net Baseball Bash | Palmyra, PA |
| Aug 21–22 | Keystone Fieldhouse Heat Wave | Newville, PA |
June 18–20 · Father’s Day team camp
A weekend for preparation and team culture. College venue and arrangements pending. Camp is separate from the ten tournament events.
2027 / A lighter fall
Keep growing. Finish together.
WWBA CHAMPIONSHIPS
Fort Myers, Florida
Our fall travel anchor · dates and entry pending
Plan for a lighter fall of approximately 5–6 events, including Fort Myers and select regional weekends. The remaining fall lineup will be posted as it is finalized.
Before you join.
Who is Grind Factory for?
Age-eligible 15U baseball players in the Mid-Atlantic region. Our roster will be mostly class of 2030, with age-eligible 2029 and 2031 players welcome. Eligibility is checked against each tournament’s rules. We value coachability, accountability, mental toughness, and a team-first mindset.
Where will the team practice?
Our practice areas include York and Manchester, Pennsylvania, and Westminster, Maryland. Indoor training is planned with DC Sports and DC Fieldhouse. Specific times and locations are shared with team families.
What if we can’t attend either tryout date?
Private tryouts are available by arrangement with Coach Erik. Choose “Request a private tryout” in the interest form and include your availability, or call 717-779-8754 to arrange an evaluation.
Are pitchers-only spots available?
Yes. The roster plan includes three pitchers-only spots at a discounted rate. Contact Coach Erik to discuss the role and current availability.
How do we get the player offer and fee details?
Contact Coach Erik for the current player offer, payment options, and parent packet. Families receive the details directly so expectations are clear before committing.
05 / Join the Factory
Ready to
embrace the grind?
Tell us about your player, request a private tryout if you can’t attend November 14 or 21, or ask about the team. Coach Erik will help with the next step.
CALL COACH ERIK LATSHA717-779-8754 ↗EMAIL THE TEAMgrindfactorypa@gmail.com ↗FOLLOW THE GRIND@grind_factory_15u ↗
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