Roster Spots Open

Join the Team

We're building a 15-player roster for our first select season. Here's exactly how spots are filled and how to get your player in front of our coaching staff.

How the Roster Works

Two paths onto the team.

Wildwood Warheads is an extension of the City of Wildwood's spring Cal Ripken season, so roster construction reflects that.

PATH 01

Spring Season Priority

Players who competed in Wildwood's spring season are already tournament-eligible under the city's Cal Ripken charter and get first priority for roster spots — no separate tryout required.

PATH 02

Open Tryout

Remaining spots on the 15-player roster are filled through open tryouts, welcoming 12U players from Wildwood and surrounding communities who want to compete at the select level.

What to Expect

Tryout day, step by step.

Register in advance

Fill out the form below so we know to expect your player and can send tryout-day logistics (what to bring, arrival time, field location).

Warm up and check in

Players check in with coaching staff, get assigned a number, and run through a brief warm-up alongside the rest of the group.

Skills evaluation

Coaches evaluate hitting, infield and outfield defense, arm strength and accuracy, catching (if applicable), and baserunning — the same categories used to build every position on the roster.

Live look, if needed

Depending on turnout, players may see live at-bats or situational defense so coaches can evaluate game speed and decision-making.

Roster decisions

Coaches finalize the 15-player roster and contact families directly with results and next steps — uniform sizing, schedule, and team account setup.

Good to Know

Eligibility & what to bring.

ELIGIBILITY

12U Age Division

Open to players who meet 12U Cal Ripken age requirements for the current season. Not sure if your player qualifies? Reach out and we'll check.

WHAT TO BRING

Gear Checklist

Glove, cleats, athletic wear, a bat if your player has a preferred one, and plenty of water. Batting helmets will be available on-site.

COST

Two Funding Streams

Because the team runs both a Cal Ripken tournament schedule and a USSSA travel schedule, costs are structured separately for each — full details are shared with registered families before the season starts.

Register

Get your player in front of our coaches.

Tell us about your player below. We'll follow up with tryout dates, location, and everything you need to know before showing up.

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