Throwing
Arm action, accuracy, carry, throwing mechanics, and ability to make routine baseball throws.
Fall 2026 Tryouts
Evaluations & Tryouts
Rawlings Tigers NOVA offers competitive travel baseball tryouts for rising 10U, 11U, 12U, 13U, and 14U players in Northern Virginia.
AgesRising 10U–14U
FormatOpen Evaluations
PrivateAvailable by Request
FocusDevelopment + Fit
Tryout Overview
What coaches review.
Coaches review baseball skills, athletic movement, coachability, effort, communication, and how players compete in a team setting.
Fielding
Footwork, glove work, body control, first-step reads, and position-specific fundamentals.
Hitting
Swing mechanics, contact quality, approach, adjustability, and competitive at-bats.
Speed
Athletic movement, baserunning instincts, effort, acceleration, and game-speed actions.
Game IQ
Situational awareness, communication, decision-making, coachability, and team-first habits.
Attitude
Players who are eager to improve, compete with energy, support their teammates, and are prepared to play at a high level.
Tryout / Evaluation
Schedule Dates
Players only need to attend one evaluation or tryout unless otherwise noted
Find your player’s age group Use the chart below to confirm the correct rising age group before registering. View Chart
Age Group
Birth Date Range
14U
May 1, 2012 – April 30, 2013
13U
May 1, 2013 – April 30, 2014
12U
May 1, 2014 – April 30, 2015
11U
May 1, 2015 – April 30, 2016
10U
May 1, 2016 – April 30, 2017
14U
No open evaluations or tryouts currently scheduled
Private Tryouts Upon Request
13U
No open evaluations or tryouts currently scheduled
Private Tryouts Upon Request
12U
No open evaluations or tryouts currently scheduled
Private Tryouts Upon Request
11U
No open evaluations or tryouts currently scheduled
Private Tryouts Upon Request
10U
No open evaluations or tryouts currently scheduled
Private Tryouts Upon Request
No tryout sessions match the selected filters.
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQ
How do I register?
Use the Become a Tiger registration link on this page to submit your player information. A Rawlings Tigers NOVA coach or program contact will follow up with the next steps.
Who can attend tryouts?
Rawlings Tigers NOVA tryouts are typically open to rising 10U, 11U, 12U, 13U, and 14U players, depending on roster needs and available openings by season.
How many sessions does my player need to attend?
Players only need to attend one open evaluation date. A player may attend a make-up session if they are unavailable, if a session is canceled due to weather, or if a coach requests a follow-up.
What should players bring?
Players should bring a glove, bat, helmet, cleats or turf shoes, water bottle, and any position-specific gear they normally use. Catchers should bring catcher’s gear when available.
What ages are eligible?
Rawlings Tigers NOVA typically hosts tryouts for rising 10U, 11U, 12U, 13U, and 14U players, depending on roster needs and available openings by season.
How do I determine which age group my player falls into?
Use the player age chart in the Schedule Dates section to confirm the correct rising age group before registering. Age groups are based on the player’s birth date range for the listed season.
Where are Rawlings Tigers NOVA travel baseball tryouts held?
Tryout locations may vary by age group and session. Rawlings Tigers NOVA serves players across Northern Virginia, including Woodbridge, Dumfries, Montclair, Dale City, Stafford, Manassas, Fairfax, Prince William County, and nearby communities.
What age groups does Rawlings Tigers NOVA offer travel baseball tryouts for?
Rawlings Tigers NOVA offers travel baseball tryouts for multiple age groups, typically including rising 10U, 11U, 12U, 13U, and 14U players depending on team openings and roster needs.
What makes Rawlings Tigers NOVA different from other Northern Virginia travel baseball teams?
The program emphasizes structured player development, professional coaching, competitive schedules, baseball IQ, accountability, effort, attitude, and team culture. Players are evaluated on both skill and readiness to compete in a team-first environment.
Are private tryouts available?
Private tryouts may be available by request when roster needs and coaching availability allow. If your player cannot attend the posted dates, contact Rawlings Tigers NOVA so a coach can review availability.
What if I can’t attend the posted dates?
Private tryouts or make-up evaluations may be available upon request. Availability depends on roster needs, field space, and coaching schedules.
How will I know if I made the team?
Players are typically contacted by email within a few days of their tryout. Coaches will provide next-step details for roster invitations, follow-up sessions, or additional evaluation needs.
Become a Tiger
Ready to be evaluated?
Complete the player interest form and a Rawlings Tigers NOVA coach will follow up with the best current or upcoming team fit.