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11U AA Bombers — Karpiel
Building confident 11UAA ballplayers through consistent coaching, purposeful reps, and a team-first culture.
2026-27 TRYOUT
11U AA Tryouts
Register for TryoutsDate & Time
Saturday, July 18, 2026
3:00 – 4:30 PM
Location
Candy Cane Park
802 Courtland St.
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
What to Bring
Glove, bat, helmet, cleats, baseball pants, water
About the Team
What families can expect.
Our 11UAA team competes across the Ypsi–Arbor area and beyond while keeping player development at the center of everything we do. This age group is where habits stick — so we teach the game deliberately and expect players to bring their best effort to every practice.
Families can expect an organized season, two practices per week, and coaches who communicate clearly about schedules, expectations, and each player's development.
This team fits into the larger Bombers program by continuing the same philosophy across every age group: competitive baseball, character first, community always.
The 2026 11UAA Bombers were Runner-Up in the Spring Shootout Tournament.
Coaches
The people leading this team.
Head Coach, 11UAA
ED KARPIEL
Coach Karpiel brings a steady, teaching-first approach to the 11UAA group, with a strong emphasis on fundamentals and being a great teammate.
Assistant Coach, 11UAA
JEREMY LEWIS
Assistant Coach, 11UAA
CHARLIE BRAUN
Season Information
The rhythm of the season.
IN-SEASON TRAINING
2x per week outdoor practices incorporating team defense and situational awareness.
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.
OFF-SEASON TRAINING
Weekly outdoor practices in the fall, 2x per week indoor practices in the winter focusing on hitting, throwing, arm care, and overall athleticism.
GAME SCHEDULE
~25 games planned for 2027 with a mix of league play and weekend tournaments. Potential for one out of town tournament requiring a hotel. Most other games would be within 45 minutes.
Team Highlights
Scenes from the season.
Development Priorities
What we're focused on at 11UAA.
01
Fundamentals
Consistent throwing mechanics, defensive footwork, and bat-to-ball skills taught with age-appropriate cues.
02
Arm Care
Warm-ups, band work, and healthy throwing habits built into every practice.
03
Confidence
Players learn to compete, fail, adjust, and come back the next inning ready to go.
04
Teamwork
How we cheer, how we hustle on and off the field, and how we treat teammates and opponents.
Join This Team
Ready to join 11U AA Bombers — Karpiel?
Tryouts are the best first step. If you have questions before then, reach out — a Bombers coach will get back to you.