Baseball actions
Throwing, fielding, hitting, running, positional movement, and how the player handles game-speed reps.
Player evaluations open for players ages 8U-18U.
Now Evaluating Players for Road Runners Baseball
Competitive youth baseball development for committed players in the Central Valley of California. Road Runners is currently evaluating players for upcoming roster, training, and tryout opportunities.
Built for coachable players, committed families, and athletes ready to compete.
Manteca & Surrounding CitiesLocal player evaluations
8U-18UCurrent evaluation groups
Manteca/Ripon/LathropPractice and evaluation area
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Development-first coaching
Every rep should have a purpose. Players need coaching that helps them understand what to improve and how to work.
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Competitive standards
We want players who are ready to compete, learn, be coached, and bring the right effort to practices and games.
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Parent clarity
Families should know what the process looks like, what the expectations are, and how their player may fit.
Local fit
Is Road Runners the Right Fit for Your Player?
Road Runners serves players and families in the Central Valley of California, with practices and evaluations based around Manteca/Lathrop/Ripon. Current evaluations are open for 8U-18U players interested in teams, training, tryouts, or a structured player evaluation.
The best fit is a player who wants to improve and a family ready for consistent communication, expectations, and commitment.
Coachable and competitive
Road Runners is looking for players who listen, respond to feedback, and bring competitive effort to baseball work.
Committed to development
Players should be ready to build habits, handle instruction, and work through a structured development environment.
Good teammates
Effort, attitude, accountability, and team-first behavior matter as much as talent.
Selective by design
Road Runners May Not Be for Every Player
Road Runners is not the right fit for families looking for a casual drop-in environment, players who do not want to be coached, or families not ready for consistent communication, expectations, and commitment.
We are looking for players who want to improve, compete, and be part of a team-first culture.
How it works
How the Evaluation Process Works
1
Submit the Player Interest Form
Parent shares player details, positions, experience, and what they are looking for.
2
Michael Contacts You
Michael follows up by call or text to learn more and determine whether there may be a fit.
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Evaluation or Tryout Scheduled
If there is a possible fit, the player is invited to an evaluation, workout, or tryout with the Road Runners staff.
Evaluation focus
What Road Runners Looks for During an Evaluation
Talent matters, but the evaluation is also about habits, body language, baseball IQ, effort, and how a player responds when coached.
Coachability
How quickly the player listens, adjusts, asks questions, and applies feedback during drills or live work.
Competitive makeup
Effort, confidence, resilience, communication, and the way the player carries himself around teammates.
Team fit
Current roster needs, age group fit, family commitment, availability, and readiness for the Road Runners standard.
Leadership
Led by Coach Joseph Saenz
Coach Joseph brings college-level instruction, competitive playing experience, and a mentorship-first approach to Road Runners Baseball. His focus is helping players build the habits, baseball IQ, and accountability required to compete the right way.
Road Runners was built to give families an accessible, development-focused travel baseball option with serious coaching around players at every step.
Coaching background
- 2024-2025 Modesto Junior College assistant coach focused on outfield and hitting development
- 2023-2024 College of the Siskiyous defensive and hitting coach
- 2020-present Competitive baseball coach, private instructor, and player mentor
Playing background
Two-way athlete at College of the Siskiyous from 2018-2021, earning second-team all-conference honors as a pitcher and first-team all-conference honors as a utility player.
Coaching philosophy
Teach players to play the game the right way, carry themselves with maturity, and develop the sixth tool: using baseball IQ to elevate physical ability.
Player expectations
Control your attitude, bring effort to every teaching moment, and be coachable enough to make adjustments when the game asks for them.
Real Road Runners media
See the game environment.
Real Road Runners photos give families a closer look at the instruction, preparation, and competitive setting their player may step into.
The Road Runners standard
Competitive baseball without the confusion.
Families deserve a baseball environment that is organized, serious, and focused on helping players improve. Our goal is to make the next step clear before you commit.
Parent confidence
What Parents Can Expect
Choosing a baseball program is a big decision. Road Runners is built around clear expectations and a competitive team-first environment.
- Clear communication
- Structured expectations
- Development-focused coaching
- Competitive environment
- Team-first culture
Request a player evaluation
Request a Player Evaluation
After you submit the form, we’ll review your player’s information and Michael will contact you by call or text. If there’s a possible fit, we’ll schedule an evaluation, workout, or tryout.
FAQ
Common parent questions
What age groups are you currently evaluating?
Road Runners is currently evaluating 8U-18U players.
Where are practices or evaluations held?
Practices and evaluations are held in the Manteca/Lathrop/Ripon area. Exact details are shared after Michael follows up.
What happens after I submit the form?
Road Runners reviews your player’s information, then Michael contacts you by call or text to learn more and discuss whether an evaluation, workout, or tryout is the right next step.
Does submitting the form guarantee a roster spot?
No. Submitting the form starts the evaluation process. A roster spot depends on player fit, current needs, age group availability, and staff evaluation.
What kind of players are a good fit for Road Runners?
Coachable, competitive players who are committed to development, good teammates, and ready for a structured baseball environment are the best fit.
Do you offer training, teams, or both?
Road Runners evaluates players for team, training, tryout, and development opportunities. Availability may vary by age group, season, and current roster needs.
Next step
Think Road Runners Could Be a Fit?
Submit the player interest form and we’ll follow up to learn more about your player, answer questions, and discuss next steps.