Prospect Camps are open to 2027, 2028, 2029, and 2030 graduates and incoming JUCO sophomores. The camp includes an instructional segment that provides each player with the opportunity to learn from and train with one of our coaches at their primary position. Later, position players will showcase their talents and be evaluated in a pro-style workout. The workout will include running times along with a defensive and offensive evaluation. Included in the cost, every participant will receive their measurables via email about a week after camp concludes. For an additional cost, you can receive a full evaluation report that includes a breakdown of your mechanics along with best practices moving forward in your training. You must pre-register for this add-on and expect to receive the report via email in about 4 weeks following camp. After the pro-style workout, there will be a scrimmage and SDSU athletic facility tour. A jersey will be provided for the participant to wear for the entirety of the camp but must be returned before departure. 

We have three different registration options available.

The 2-Way Player option is reserved for prospects that would like to showcase their ability as a pitcher and position player. This prospect will pitch 1 inning and have the opportunity to compete at their primary position in the scrimmage.

The Position Player option is reserved for prospects that would like to showcase their ability as a position player only. They will have the opportunity to compete at their primary position in the scrimmage. 

The Pitcher Only option is reserved for prospects that would like to only showcase their ability on the mound. This pitcher only will be asked to arrive later and will first hop into our instructional segment with our pitching coach, Michael Newstrom.  This prospect will pitch two innings in the scrimmage.

Must pre-register to attend camp

Tentative Schedule of Events:

• 9:15 AM |  Check in Opens*
  • Pitcher Only's are welcome to check in at this time to be there for the Program Overview/Recruiting Talk but will be asked to come back and report officially at a later time closer to the start of the scrimmages
• 10:00 AM Introductions - Program Overview - Recruiting
• 10:30 AM | Stretch
• 10:45 AM | Position Player & 2-Way Defensive Instruction
• 11:15 AM | Position Player & 2-Way Offensive Evaluation
• 12:15 PM | Position Player & 2-Way Defensive Evaluation
• 1:15 PM | Short Break
• 1:45 PM | Scrimmages/Athletic Facility Tours
• 6:00 PM or TBA | Camp Concludes after Scrimmages Completed

Time and format are subject to change. For inclement weather, we would transition indoors to the SJAC across the street. Please check email daily as we approach the event as this is where all communication will take place. Lunch will not be provided, but there will be a minimum 15-minute lunch break.  Bring snacks, power bars, or anything else needed to eat in that break period. 

Full Evaluation (Optional Add On):  For an additional $53, you will receive a full written evaluation report that includes a breakdown of your mechanics along with best practices moving forward in your training. You must pre-register for this add-on and expect to receive the report via email in about 4 weeks following camp. 

Location: Erv Huether Field (1410 Jackrabbit Ave, Brookings, SD 57006)

Equipment Needed: Baseball pants, hat, shoes, glove, bat, batting gloves, helmet, catchers gear, etc.

Refund Policy: A $50 nonrefundable fee will be applied for any cancellation, or a full transfer can be made to another prospect camp only in the fall or winter before February 15, 2027. A full transfer can only be used once. If the participant is unable to attend the event transferred to, the registration will then be forfeited. Any transfers or cancellations must take place at least 7 days before the event. Any cancellations or transfers within 7 days of camp will require a doctor's note or extenuating circumstances

Additional Information: If a participant will require any accommodations due to special needs, we ask that you notify us via e-mail or in writing of those needs a minimum of two weeks prior to the camp start date so we can make the accommodations. 

Questions Contact: Assistant Coach Danny Higginbotham | Daniel.Higginbotham@sdstate.edu

Admissions Campus Visit: Spend additional time on campus exploring SDSU, our academic programs, and student experiences. Schedule your visit at sdstate.edu/visit or by contacting the Admissions Office at 605-688-4121.

This camp is open to any and all individuals in the defined age range and junior college players with the desire to be identified for their next opportunity.

There cannot be any recruiting contact/communication with any junior college non-qualifiers who are in their first year of enrollment.