“Baseball Specialist” National-Level Athlete · Baseball Position No.1

⚾Ultimate Guide | From China-US Baseball Specialists to National-Level Athletes Strategy

1. China Route: Three Steps to Obtain National Athlete Certification

▶️ Step 1: Clarify the Level Criteria

Level 1 Athlete:

✔️ Top 8 starters in National U18/U21 Championships

✔️ Top 3 in individual events at National Student Games

✔️ Requires Provincial Sports Bureau recommendation + approval from National Sports Administration

(Key: National Top 8 in youth tournaments + Provincial Recommendation)

Level 2 Athlete:

✔️ Member of champion or runner-up teams in Provincial Championships

✔️ Top 6 in National High School Championships

(Key: Provincial Top 2 + National High School Top 6)

Level 3 Athlete:

✔️ Top 3 in city-level competitions + official training certification

(Key: City Top 3 + Training Certification)

▶️ Step 2: Mandatory Core Tests

Specialized Tests (Chinese-English):

Pitching Velocity ⚡️: Level 1 ≥130km/h

Hitting Distance: Level 1 ≥100m

Base Running Speed: From first to third base ≤11.5 seconds

Additional: Tactical Execution Assessment

▶️ Step 3: Document Submission Checklist

Official Tournament Records + Performance Certificates

Coach Recommendation Letter

“Technical Level Application Form” + ID/Student Status Proof

⚠️ Deadline: Submit within six months after the competition!

2. USA Route: NCAA Certification → Direct Path to National Team

▶️ Core Stepping Stone: NCAA Division I Recruitment

Academic Requirements:

✔️ GPA 2.3+ (NCAA Eligibility Center)

✔️ SAT 1020/ACT 86 (Sliding Scale)

(Key: Meet NCAA Sliding Scale)

Athletic Credentials:

✔️ Participation in Perfect Game/USA Baseball NTIS

✔️ Selected for MLB Development League

✔️ Video Data Package Requirements: Statcast Metrics (Exit Velocity, Launch Angle, etc.)

▶️ Shortcut to National-Level Certification

USA Baseball National Team Selection Process:

① Regional Trials → ② National Team Development Program → ③ Represent USA at WBSC U18 World Cup!

Pro Tip: NTDP members automatically receive USOPC (U.S. Olympic Committee) certification

3. Cross-Border China-US Certification Strategy

▶️ International Events Recognized by China:

✅ WBSC U18/U23 World Cups (World Baseball Softball Confederation)

✅ BFA Asian Baseball Championship

PS: Minor League experience in MLB requires certification application from Chinese Baseball Association

▶️ US Recognition of Chinese Qualifications:

✅ China Level 1 Athlete Certificate → Bonus for NCAA D1 Recruitment

✅ National Games Medals → Convertible to NCSA Athlete Rating

4. Dual-Track Preparation Timeline

⏰ Optimal Age Planning:

Ages 14-16:

Compete in Provincial Championships + earn Level 3 certificate

Join Travel Teams for PG/UC tournaments

Ages 17-18:

Compete in National U18 tournaments + pursue Level 1 certificate

Apply for NTIS + submit NCAA recruitment videos

Pitfall Warnings (Dos & Don'ts)

❌ Don’t trust “guaranteed pass” classes! Full video recording of China tests

❌ US NTIS selection rejects “polished resumes” (requires authentic game data)

✅ Do: Register IBF (International Baseball Federation) ID early to sync international profile

Ultimate TIP:

Players competing on both China-US fronts → Target WBSC U23 World Cup!

Selected by Chinese National Team + scouted by US recruiters, dual certification in one competition!

⚾✨ Hit a home run in your career! ✨⚾