LIVE: From the Under Armour Pre-Season All-America Tournament

Dave Lax: We're There

The 2010 Under Armour Pre-Season All-America Tournament has come to a close. Over 300 players took part in this elite event and they did not disappoint. Outstanding performances were delivered during the final day of action. The day was capped off literally by a walk-off. The tournament rules stated that six batters would come to the plate each inning. The final batter, in the final inning, in the final game of the tournament took his place in the batters box. The final batter, Dan Denton of Newtown, PA, took a great swing at a fastball and knocked it out of the park. As Denton crossed homeplate all of the players from both teams gathered to shake hands. Baseball Factory wants to congratulate all of the participating players in this year's Under Armour Pre-Season All-America Tournament. Check out some pictures from the final day of action:

Game action from the first round of play.

A scout gets the velocity of a pitcher.

Team "USA" pose for a team picture after their final game.

A Baseball Factory scout talks to two teams after their final game.

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Dave Lax is the Assistant Director of Marketing at Baseball Factory. Dave started with Baseball Factory in June of 2006 having earned his degree in Business from the University of Maryland, College Park. He majored in Marketing and minored in Communication. At Maryland, he played on the Scout Basketball Team for three years, where he was part of the National Championship team in 2006. In addition to his marketing responsibilities Dave serves as the administrator for Baseball University and helps design and maintain the website.

LIVE: From the Under Armour Pre-Season All-America Tournament

Dave Lax: We're There

Day two is in the books. All twenty teams participated in a pro style workout and filming session. Along with the workout the players also took part in their first showcase style game. Check out some of the great action from Day 2 at the 2010 Under Armour Pre-Season All-America Tournament.

Players warm up prior to starting their video workout.

A player takes batting practice during the morning workout.

Two teams battle in the first round of games.

Scouts look on during showcase style games.

The sun sets on Day 2 at the Under Armour Pre-Season All-America Tournament.

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Dave Lax is the Assistant Director of Marketing at Baseball Factory. Dave started with Baseball Factory in June of 2006 having earned his degree in Business from the University of Maryland, College Park. He majored in Marketing and minored in Communication. At Maryland, he played on the Scout Basketball Team for three years, where he was part of the National Championship team in 2006. In addition to his marketing responsibilities Dave serves as the administrator for Baseball University and helps design and maintain the website.

LIVE: From the Under Armour Pre-Season All-America Tournament

Dave Lax: We're There

The 2010 Under Armour Pre-Season All-America Tournament is underway. Over 300 of the nations best ballplayers gathered in Tucson, AZ to take part in this three-day event. This year's event has elite players from 33 states, Puerto Rico, three Canadian Provinces (British Columbia, Ontario and Alberta) and the Bahamas represented. During the first day's events players checked-in and received their Under Armour Pre-Season All-America Jersey, Hat and Cleats. They also recieved their commemorative certificate. After all the players filed through they were treated to a few opening ceremony speeches. Over 1,000 players, parents, friends and relatives packed into the Grand Ballroom to hear these speeches. The night was started off by Steve Bernhardt, Executive VP of Baseball Operations for the Baseball Factory. He was followed up by the Baseball Factory's CEO and Founder Steve Sclafani. The evening was capped off by Mac Seibert, National Cross Checker for the New York Mets.

If the excitement of the first night was any indication, we are headed for a great showcase and tournament.

Check back tomorrow for an update on the first day of on-field action.

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Dave Lax is the Assistant Director of Marketing at Baseball Factory. Dave started with Baseball Factory in June of 2006 having earned his degree in Business from the University of Maryland, College Park. He majored in Marketing and minored in Communication. At Maryland, he played on the Scout Basketball Team for three years, where he was part of the National Championship team in 2006. In addition to his marketing responsibilities Dave serves as the administrator for Baseball University and helps design and maintain the website.

Under Armour Pre-Season All-America Tournament Powered by Baseball Factory kicks off this weekend

Rob Naddelman: Through a Parent’s Eyes

Let me start off this post with an embarrassing admission. The Baseball Factory is operating its 12th Pre-Season All-America Tournament this weekend in Tucson, Arizona and I will not be in attendance because I injured my ankle (high ankle sprain and torn ligaments). I wish I could say that it was a glamorous injury, something like skiing, snowboarding, or even basketball. Not the case, unfortunately. I just turned my ankle on a trail walk with my wife and kids and have been on crutches the past three weeks. So much for being a former NCAA Division I athlete!

I will be getting updates from the sidelines (back in Maryland) from the Pre-Season Tournament, and I am excited to hear how this group performs. Over 300 players will be in attendance and it will be a great way for them to jump start their 2010 seasons. These players will join a distinguished list of Baseball Factory Pre-Season All-American Alumni that include the following current MLB players: Gavin Floyd (Chicago White Sox), David Wright (New York Mets), Delmon Young (Minnesota Twins), and Bud Norris (Houston Astros). As a parent myself, I know that the parents of the players participating this weekend must be very proud. Best of luck to the participants!


Rob Naddelman is the President of Baseball Factory. Naddelman is a former two-time All Ivy League Third Baseman at the University of Pennsylvania, where he competed in a College World Series Regional. He has served as the President of Baseball Factory for the past 14 years, and also is the Executive Director of Baseball Factory's charitable arm The B.A.S.E. - H.I.T. Foundation. Naddelman and Steve Sclafani (CEO) have been featured in Business Week and CNN for their work in building Baseball Factory into the nation's leader in player development and college placement.

LIVE: From the Under Armour Pre-Season All-America Tournament

Dave Lax: We're There

Check back here for daily recaps from Tucson during the 2010 Under Armour Pre-Season All-America Tournament, powered by Baseball Factory. Check out the official Under Armour Pre-Season All-America Tournament Page. Here you will be able to find all the important information you will need to stay up to date on this event. Check out the over 300 players that will be in attendance. Also on this page are the Team Breakdown, Tentative Itinerary and a map of the Kino Sports Complex, Spring Training Home of the Arizona Diamondbacks. The Under Armour Pre-Season All-America Tournament kicks off tomorrow evening. We look forward to a great event.

For premium insider content, you can also follow the event by becoming a Fan of Baseball Factory on Facebook or Following us on Twitter.


Dave Lax is the Assistant Director of Marketing at Baseball Factory. Dave started with Baseball Factory in June of 2006 having earned his degree in Business from the University of Maryland, College Park. He majored in Marketing and minored in Communication. At Maryland, he played on the Scout Basketball Team for three years, where he was part of the National Championship team in 2006. In addition to his marketing responsibilities Dave serves as the administrator for Baseball University and helps design and maintain the website.