11U A · Michigan Bombers
11U A Bombers — Whetstone
An 11U A roster carrying the same Bombers philosophy: real development, high standards, community-rooted baseball.
About the Team
What families can expect.
Our 11U A team exists so that more local players get access to the Bombers experience — intentional coaching, purposeful practices, and a team culture that expects everyone to be a great teammate.
Families can expect the same coaching standards, communication, and development approach as every other Bombers team, tuned specifically to the 11U age group.
Coach Whetstone leads this team with the same Bombers philosophy: teach the game the right way, coach effort and character alongside skills, and give every player the reps they need to grow.
Coaches
The people leading this team.
Head Coach, 11U A
STEVE WHETSTONE
Coach Whetstone brings a teaching-first approach to the 11U A group, with a focus on fundamentals, arm care, and being a great teammate on and off the field.
Season Information
The rhythm of the season.
Practice Schedule
Two team practices per week during the spring and summer season, plus optional small-group skill work.
Home Training Location
Facilities are in the Ann Arbor and Ypsi area, with most home games being played at Eastern Michigan University in Ypsilanti.
Season Dates
Games played early April through end of June, with fall ball beginning in September.
Winter Training
Indoor hitting, throwing, and arm-care work runs from December through February at a local training facility.
Tournament Schedule
Tournament schedule for the upcoming season will be posted here as it's confirmed.
Team Highlights
Scenes from the season.
Development Priorities
What we're focused on at 11U A.
01
Fundamentals
Throwing, catching, hitting, and fielding taught deliberately and reinforced every practice.
02
Arm Care
Healthy throwing habits and age-appropriate arm-care routines built in from day one.
03
Baseball IQ
Understanding the game — situations, decisions, and how each play connects to the next.
04
Being a Great Teammate
How we support each other in the dugout, on the field, and after tough losses.
Join This Team
Ready to join 11U A Bombers — Whetstone?
Tryouts are the best first step. If you have questions before then, reach out — a Bombers coach will get back to you.