Best use of the summer?

Athletic Recruits
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<p>I know a lot of this forum is focused on the Ivy League. Maybe some of you have experience with the recruiting experience for less capable students.</p>

<p>S is finishing high school freshman year. He loves baseball, and made the Varsity team at our public school (1 of 3 freshman who made it). His coach asked him to join a summer league, which means 50 games. S is not sure he wants to make that commitment. He told me about "showcases" where college coaches come.</p>

<p>My question is: is there a timing to all this? Are there specific things he should be doing (or not doing) this summer? Do these showcases have any value? Is it too early to appear before coaches?</p>

<p>FYI -- he has a learning disability and school has always been tough for him. He struggles to get a B- grade in his classes. He is a great kid -- tons of friends -- empathetic, caring, fun, popular. I am hoping his athletic ability opens some doors for him when he applies to college. Without a sport, he would be aiming at a state school or community college. With the sport, I am hoping he'd have a shot at a place like Marist or even UConn. </p>

<p>Appreciate any insight and advice.</p>

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<p>top performing baseball players are recruited to top universities! If he’s a star then it won’t matter much what his gpa/SAT is…I’d go summer league so he can keep getting better. Baseball could open all kinds of doors for him. </p>

<p>I know a kid who was a C student with low SAT scores, so he played 2 years in CC. now he’s a D1 athlete starting for Texas. And has a scholarship. And he’s not a pitcher, but the kid can hit!</p>

<p>good luck to your son! tell him to swing away:)</p>

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<p>^Thank you! I will!</p>