Black Swamp Bears Baseball

Travel Baseball team for players in 2026 from Northwest, Ohio.

[Greg Berge @GregBerge]

It only takes ONE.

- One Teammate can set the Tone
- One Teammate can Raise the Bar
- One Teammate can be the Leader
- One Teammate can be the Anchor

One Teammate Makes ALL the Difference
Be the ONE for your Team!

[Greg Berge @GregBerge]

Leadership is energy transfer.

The question is simple:
What energy are you giving your team?

Energy spreads fast…

1. Positive energy
2. Competitive energy
3. Team-first energy

Great teams win because their leaders transfer the right energy every single day.

[Greg Berge @GregBerge]

Stop waiting for fair. Keep showing up. Keep competing. Growth comes from response, not fairness. Earn what’s next.

[Dan Cevette @DanCevette]

If you’re a high school athlete who actually wants to play in college — here’s how much time you really have:

Freshmen — 1,350 days left
Sophomores — 1,000 days left
Juniors — 600 days left
Seniors — 250 days left

That’s it.

Every day you skip lifts… every rep you coast through… every night you choose Xbox over sleep…

You’re burning days off that clock.

No one is waiting for you. No one is giving you extra time.

Build your floor. Chase your ceiling.

[Next Level Baseball @nextlevelbb]

Kids aren't as tough nowadays.
Bullshit.
Kids are just as tough nowadays as they were when you and I, or anyone else grew up.
Kids haven't changed.
There are as many tough kids nowadays as ever before.
What has changed, is adults, coaches and parents.
They baby kids.
They've lowered the expectations of kids and encourage the path of least resistance.
Challenge kids to be the best version of themselves and you may be surprised when they run through the wall.
Raise expectations, expect more and demand more.

[Greg Berge @GregBerge]

There are 4 Levels of Competitors

1. Commander - A competitor who pulls others with them.
2. Competitor - Internally motivated to be their best. Has a championship mindset.
3. Contender - Need external motivation.
4. Survivor - Gets by. Takes the easy way out.

- Robert Saleh

[Greg Berge @GregBerge]

Championship teams are fearless.

They thrive off competition.
They seek out the best because they love the challenge.
They know the best will make them better.
They do not fear failure.

[Black Swamp Bears Baseball @BSBearsBaseball]

Congrats Gavin. They are getting a great player and most important a great kid!

[David Watts Consulting @DWCInfo]

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via @coachajkings

#Student1stAthlete2nd

[Bluebook Sports™ @bsblbluebook]

Players, coaches notice everything, how you show up, how you warm up, how you play catch.
Flip-flops don't say "elite athlete." They say "I'm not locked in."

#Mindset @BluebookBeede

[Black Swamp Bears Baseball @BSBearsBaseball]

Good luck to all the Bears players starting their seasons this spring! #TakeMeOutToTheBallGame

[FLATGROUND Pitching @FlatgroundApp]

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[Black Swamp Bears Baseball @BSBearsBaseball]

The goal should be to meet the standard & raise the standard!

[Greg Berge @GregBerge]

“The standard is the standard.” – Mike Tomlin

1. No excuses.
2. No shortcuts.
3. No compromise.

The standard doesn’t adjust to you; you rise to meet it.

Championship teams don’t just set standards.

They live them, every day.

[Coach AJ 🎯 Mental Fitness @coachajkings]

John Wooden said, "A player who makes a team great is more valuable than a great player. Losing yourself in the group, for the good of the group, that’s teamwork."

Great teams come together.
• They trust.
• They commit.
• They hold you accountable.

Great teams don't let dysfunction take over because they know the importance of trust, sacrifice, communication, and commitment.

Teamwork is a choice.

The Five Dysfunctions of a Team according to Patrick Lencioni
1. Absence of Trust - Trust is the foundation of any team. When team members are reluctant to be open up and communicate, it blocks trust and performance. Overcoming this requires openness and the willingness to share weaknesses and fears without fear of reprisal.

2. Fear of Conflict - Healthy conflict is essential for growth. Teams that avoid conflict out of fear of discord end up with unresolved issues and tension. Encouraging open and constructive conflict leads to better decision-making and problem-solving.

3. Lack of Commitment - Without commitment, teams cannot achieve their goals. This dysfunction arises from ambiguity in direction and priorities. Setting clear goals and creating active buy-in from team members are crucial for commitment.

4. Avoidance of Accountability - When team members are not held accountable, standards start to slip. A culture where people are regularly held responsible for their performance creates a sense of collective responsibility and excellence.

5. Inattention to Results - The ultimate goal of any team should be collective results. When individual goals overshadow team goals, it leads to stagnant progress. Emphasizing shared success is essential for driving team performance.

"Teamwork is not a virtue, but rather a choice. It's a strategic decision and an intentional one." - Patrick Lencioni (@patricklencioni)
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[Greg Berge @GregBerge]

Life is about choices.

Here are 8 choices we all have to make.

1. Attitude is a Choice
2. Character is a Choice
3. Work Ethic is a Choice
4. Leadership is a Choice
5. Consistency is a Choice
6. Commitment is a Choice
7. Daily Habits are a Choice
8. Encouragement is a Choice

[Prep Baseball Michigan Scouting Coverage @PrepBaseMIScout]

Prep Baseball is covering the 2024 Great Lakes Invite
@SOAbaseball_BB | @BSBearsBaseball

⏰11:15
📍Novi HS

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[Prep Baseball Michigan Scouting Coverage @PrepBaseMIScout]

PBr is covering the Great Lakes Invitational!

@WoWFactorGL | @BSBearsBaseball

⏰9:12
📍Sienna Heights

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[Prep Baseball Michigan Scouting Coverage @PrepBaseMIScout]

Prep Baseball is covering the 2024 Great Lakes Invite
@CapitalctyKings | @BSBearsBaseball

⏰ 6:15 pm
📍 Bloomfield Hills High School

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[Prep Baseball Michigan Scouting Coverage @PrepBaseMIScout]

Prep Baseball is covering the 2024 Great Lakes Invite
@BSBearsBaseball | @OSFBaseball

⏰ 7:55pm
📍 Adrian College

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[The Winning Difference @thewinningdiff1]

"Don't expect to get champion level results if you're not willing to work like a champion.
There's a certain standard.
There's a certain understanding.
There's a certain belief.
There's a certain practice.  
The floor starts at excellence."
📽️@thetorigordon