Heights Church Baseball Club

This club exists to provide practice space and a solid baseball training program within a fun, faith-based system.

Not only will athletes receive baseball training, but they will also be exposed to a Christ-centered, Biblical worldview. It is our ultimate hope that these young athletes will root their identity in Christ, not in their performance!

This club is primarily for athletes 9 to 12 years of age, whose families are looking for something a little more advanced than “rec ball,” but for whatever reason do not wish to participate in “travel ball.”

It is highly encouraged that participating athletes have a real desire to play the game of baseball, want to improve their skills, and possess confidence in their ability to catch and throw a baseball.

We prioritize action and movement so that athletes stay busy, stay engaged, and have fun. To accomplish this, athletes will participate in small groups that rotate through specific skill development drills. There will be very little “standing around.” Unfortunately, this also means we must limit the amount of athletes we can serve to a max of 30 participants.

Leadership

What to expect

eligibility

LEADERSHIP

This club is led by Josh Boring, the COO and Student Ministry Leader of Heights Church.

His competitive baseball journey began when he became the starting second baseman on his Junior Varsity Baseball Team in the 7th grade. It came to an end after being the starting catcher in junior college his freshman year.
From start to finish, he has played every position on the field at a high level. A graduate of Silver Bluff High School in 2003, he was a three year starting shortstop and pitcher earning all-region and all-area honors.

Since then, he married his wife Jordan in 2012. Together they gave birth to Judah in 2016 and Josiah in 2020. Josh has led the student ministry at Heights Church since 2011 and has 5 seasons under his belt as a youth baseball coach.

With his combined experience in baseball, student ministry, and being a dad, Josh is uniquely gifted to teach the game of baseball while navigating the unique personalities and attitudes of today's youth in a Christ-Centered and positive environment.

What to Expect

Fun and fast paced "clinic style" practices. We believe in maximizing repetitions through small group rotations and various training stations.

Typical Practice:

Mondays and Thursdays from 6:00-7:15PM
Athletes only need 3 things: Cleats, a glove, and water!

SAMPLE PRACTICE:
6:00-6:20PM Infield Station
6:20-6:40PM Outfield Station
6:40-7:00PM Hitting Station
7:00-7:15PM Debrief, Devotion, and Prayer

Arm Care

Living with a mild tear in his rotator cuff for most of his life, Josh is keenly aware of the potential wear and tear on an athlete's arm and ways to mitigate injury. Arm care for the athlete is a high priority for our club.

However, every athlete wants to be able to throw harder. The only way to throw harder is to throw hard.

Our program will allow the athlete opportunity to warm up and gradually increase the intensity of their throwing as the practice progresses. In the event an athlete expresses pain or discomfort in their arm/shoulder, throwing will be suspended for that athlete and the parents notified.

Spiritual Formation

We believe that your athlete is created in the image of God. Therefore, we will value and care for your athlete on that basis. His performance carries absolutely no weight as it relates to the ultimate mission of this club: helping athletes root their identity in Christ.

Because your athlete's true identity is found in Christ, we want your athlete to play the game free from fear. He is free to make a mistake, free to strike out, free to mess up. Therefore, he is free to give his best effort at all times.

Developing a Worship Mindset

Our athletic ability is a gift from God. If we believe that God wants us to play this game at this point in our lives, then we should develop our gifts to the best of our ability.

Baseball is an opportunity for us to express thankfulness to God for healthy bodies that can see, catch, hit, throw, and run. It is also an opportunity to reflect all glory to God, giving Him credit for anything we do on the field.

It is also an opportunity to be Christ-like teammates by loving our neighbors, encouraging them, and remaining positive even in the hard times.

If your athlete develops this mindset, getting better at the game can be an act of worship.

Athlete Eligibility

Age

9-12 Years Old

The club was founded upon a core group of athletes that are all between the ages of 9 and 11.

Therefore, the club's focus is on the 12u level of baseball and is open to athletes 9 to 12 years of age.

If your athlete is outside of these age ranges, you are welcome to petition for your athlete's membership. A more advanced 8 year old will likely fit in well with the group.

Desire

Hustle and Effort

First and foremost, athletes must want to be a part of the club. Second, athletes will be expected to give their best effort while at the club.

Catching and Throwing

With Confidence

For the safety of your athlete, it is highly recommended that they already possess the ability to catch and throw with confidence.

However, we can offer suggested strategies to help improve your athletes ability in this area. If you are willing to commit time and effort into implementing those strategies at home, we are willing to consider your athlete.

Exposure to Biblical World View

Parent/Guardian Understanding

This club is an extension of the youth outreach of Heights Church. As a parent/guardian, you must understand and accept that your athlete will be exposed to a Biblical and Christ-Centered World View.

This does not mean that you or your athlete must profess faith in Jesus Christ as Lord, but acknowledges that your athlete will be prayed with, be exposed to biblical principles, and that this club is led by those possessing this world view.

Club Membership

COST: $40 for the 2026 Fall Session
Each athlete will receive a Heights Church Baseball Club jersey.

Playing baseball comes with certain risks. Participation in the club, as well as the use of practice facilities and surrounding areas, will be at your own risk. You will agree to release Heights Church, its employees and volunteers of all liability regarding injury, sickness, or death resulting from participation in Heights Church Baseball Club as well as its extended activities.

Apply for membership

SUPPORT and funding

If you believe in the mission of this club and want to support our efforts, we encourage you to do so!
All donations are tax-deductible and will be used to improve the field, purchase equipment, or enhance the athlete and their families experience while on campus. We are starting with humble beginnings and a big dream to bridge the gap between "rec-ball" and "travel ball" with a Christ-Centered mission.

SUPPORT TODAY!

2026 Schedule:

All sessions will be 6:00-7:15PM
Monday, August 17th
Thursday, August 20th
Monday, August 24th
Thursday, August 27th
Monday, August 31st
Thursday, September 3rd
Monday, September 7th
Thursday, September 10th
Monday, September 14th
Thursday, September 17th
Monday, September 21st
Thursday, September 24th
Monday, September 28th
Thursday, October 1st
----FALL BREAK----
**INTERSQUAD GAMES**
October 12-16
October 19-23
October 26-30
**The nature of these games will be determined by the amount of athlete's in the club and the varying skill levels.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the difference between a club and a team?

While this is not necessarily true for all "teams," the focus is often on winning games. Therefore, coaches are tempted to maximize their chances at winning by placing the best athletes in primary positions at all times to increase the odds of victory. I personally see no problem with this.

However, as a club, we will focus on developing athletes' skills and awareness in all aspects of the game. All athletes will experience all positions on the field in hopes that their experience on the club will translate into greater successes when they are part of a team.

Are you against travel ball teams?

Yes and no.

Travel ball with good coaches can be extremely beneficial for young athletes. Good athletes improve more when they play with and against other good athletes. Getting high level game repetitions is needed and travel ball can be done right.

However, as a Christian, our ultimate responsibility is to be disciples of Jesus and followers of God's Word.

Hebrews 10:24-25 says "And let us consider one another in order to stir up love and good works, not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together, as is the manner of some, but exhorting one another, and so much more as you see the Day approaching."

A handful of tournaments a year can be a good thing. However, it is a personal conviction that we will not allow travel baseball to become, or even have the appearance of becoming, a higher priority in our lives than assembling with other believers in a local church setting.

Do you believe an athlete will "fall behind" their peers if they don't play travel ball?

It is entirely possible. Not every athlete has a parent that can spend the time personally or pay for training and educating them about the game. Even then, without a team to practice with, it is difficult to increase what we call "baseball IQ."

The leadership of this club recognizes that there is a need to be filled and that the current state of "rec ball" simply can't meet this need on a large scale. The founding of this club is a result of this awareness and an attempt to provide an alternative.

However, we also believe that God is ultimately in control. We've heard the stories about players such as Dee Gordon, Kenny Rogers, and Lorenzo Cain who didn't even play baseball until they got to high school. At the same time, we want to provide the opportunity.

Why is the ability to "catch and throw with confidence" stressed?

Catching and throwing a baseball is the foundation the game is built upon.

Once a kid can catch and throw with confidence, they can participate in the game in a relatively safe way that makes it more enjoyable for all involved. The rest of the game can be taught in a way that does not hinder the improvement of others.

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