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Fly With the Flock: Now Accepting Full Teams at OPA JAYS
Looking for a new home for your team? OPA JAYS is now accepting full teams. Keep your roster, pick your tournaments, and get a facility, coaching staff and college path behind you.
2 days ago


Your Player's Next Four Years Start on November 18
Winter is when ballplayers are made The games stop in the winter. The work doesn't. The players who show up in March throwing harder, swinging with more intent and seeing the game faster didn't get there by accident. They spent the offseason around the right coaches, in the right building, with teammates who pushed them. That's what the Flock is built for. OPA JAYS Youth Tryouts start Wednesday, November 18 at the RAC in Waller and Friday, November 20 at OPA JAYS facility in
Nov 5


If I Was a Kid Again and Wanted to Play College Baseball, Here's What I'd Do
If you're 12 to 14 and you want to play college baseball, the clock is already ticking. That's not a bad thing. It's the biggest window of opportunity you'll ever have. Four years or more is more than 1,400 days. That's 1,400 chances to get a little better than the day before. I've been through it firsthand: from being cut in junior college, to playing Division 1 baseball, to playing professional baseball. Knowing what I know now from running a baseball academy and talking wi
Oct 28


Velo Clinic: Throw Harder This Offseason
Our Velo Clinic runs every Monday, Wednesday and Friday through November and December in Cypress. Build velocity, arm strength and throwing habits that last.
Oct 20


Opening Day: The 2026 JAYS Fall Scout League Is Here
Fall baseball in Houston hits different. The weather finally breaks, the summer travel grind is over, and the guys who are serious about getting ONE PCT BTR are still out there working. That's who the JAYS Fall Scout League was built for. On Saturday, October 17th, we kick off year 3 of the 2026 Fall Scout League season at Faith West Academy in Katy. What Is the JAYS Fall Scout League? The Fall Scout League is OPA JAYS' in-house competitive league for high school players in t
Oct 12


Built for Better Development: Introducing our new Training Model
At OPA JAYS, we're always looking for ways to push our players and our training program to the next level. That's why we've made a change to how training works inside our facility now available to the public: all individual training is now structured around hour-long group sessions, booked through the Swift app. How It Works Players purchase a training membership for monthly credits, which are used to book sessions directly with their coach through Swift. Booking your time ea
Aug 4


OPA JAYS Fall High School Tryouts: August 4th
Fall is the biggest recruiting period on the calendar, and OPA JAYS are ready to help our players make the most of it. Our Fall High School Tryouts are set for Tuesday, August 4th at 6:00 PM at our facility in Cypress, located at 14922 Mueschke Rd. Tryouts are open to players in the graduating classes of 2027, 2028, 2029, and 2030. A Proven Track Record Over the last three years, OPA JAYS players have earned 30+ college commitments. As we head into fall, we're excited to keep
Aug 2


OPA JAYS Fall Baseball Tryouts in Cypress!
Fly with the Flock This Fall The OPA JAYS are excited to announce our Fall 2026 Youth Tryout dates! Additional tryout dates will be annouced soon. The JAYS are looking for dedicated players and families who want more than just games. Our mission is to operate as a Baseball Academy true to our roots and values of what it takes to grow as a ballplayer, surrounded by a coaching staff who are baseball dudes and on a collective mission to teach the game to develop our JAYS players
Jun 17


OPA JAYS Player of the Week from the 13u JAYS!
The JAYS continue to shine, and this week we are excited to recognize another outstanding performance from one within our FLOCK. 🔥 Congratulations to Tevali Reyna of our 13U JAYS for being named JAYS Player of the Week! Tevali put together an incredible weekend at the plate, after hitting for the cycle on the weekend and his huge offensive output helping lead the JAYS offense. ⚾ Weekend Stats: .500 Batting Average 5 Hits 1 Double (2B) 1 Triple (3B) 1 Home Run (HR) 4 RBI 5 R
Jun 6


OPA JAYS Name First-Ever Player of the Week: Grayson Conrad (10U JAYS)
The JAYS believe in recognizing the hard work and effort of our players who continue striving to get ONE PCT BTR every day. That’s why we are excited to announce our very first JAYS Player of the Week… Congratulations to Grayson Conrad of our 10U JAYS! 🔥 Grayson earned the first JAYS Player of the Week honor after an outstanding weekend performance both on the mound and at the plate, helping lead the JAYS with toughness, and composure. On the mound, Grayson delivered a compl
May 28
OPA JAYS FALL TRYOUTS COMING SOON!!
As we begin wrapping up another incredible Spring season with our Youth JAYS, our focus now starts shifting toward the upcoming Fall season for the JAYS. The JAYS are excited to announce that OPA JAYS Fall Tryouts will be held in late June and early July for players ages 9U–14U, with official dates and times coming soon! Over the past year, the OPA JAYS program has continued to grow both on and off the field through player development, competitive opportunities, and building
May 20


Former Brewer and JAY set to join staff
The Flock continues to grow, as the JAYS are very excited to welcome a new member of the Coaching staff. Robie Rojas will be joining the JAYS coaching staff in 2026. A former JAY himself before graduating from Jersey Village High School where he was voted 1st team All District & All State. Robie went on to play at Sam Houston State University; with previous stints at Oklahoma State & Blinn Junior College, where he was the starting catcher and helped lead the Bearcats to their
Jan 16


JAYS Partner with WinReality to Elevate Player Development in 2026
At OPA JAYS , player development has always been about more than just time on the field. It’s about providing our athletes with the best systems, resources, and coaching support possible—year-round . Beginning Spring 2026 , the JAYS are proud to announce a new partnership with WinReality , integrating industry-leading swing analytics, AI-powered feedback, and virtual reality training directly into our player development model. This JAYS Player Development package equips pla
Dec 24, 2025


World Series Champion Chase Lambin Returns to OPA JAYS for Exclusive Hitting Clinic — December 13th
The JAYS are fired up to announce that Texas Rangers Coach and World Series Champion Chase Lambin is returning to the OPA JAYS Facility for a special one-day hitting clinic on Saturday, December 13th. This will be Chase Lambin’s second time working with our athletes after an incredible turnout and experience during last year’s clinic. Chase is more than just a respected Texas Rangers coach — he’s a longtime friend of the JAYS, a mentor, and a key figure in the developmen
Nov 18, 2025


Bring Your Team To The JAYS Could Be The Best Move You Make
At OPA JAYS Baseball , we’ve built something that’s bigger than a travel team — our Flock is a culture. It’s a standard. It’s a system that gives players and coaches the structure, development, and opportunities needed to succeed at every level. And for coaches or organizations looking for a new direction, the door is open. Over the years, we’ve had full teams join the JAYS Flock , and every one of them has experienced growth — in how their players train, learn, and compete.
Nov 6, 2025


OPA JAYS Spring Youth Tryouts
OPA JAYS are looking for dedicated players who want to take their game to the next level! Whether you’re returning for another season or stepping into your first experience with the JAYS, our program is built around player development, elite coaching, and a family-driven environment focused on helping each athlete reach their full potential. 🗓 Tryout Dates & Times All tryouts will be held at The RAC (in Waller). Please arrive 15–20 minutes early to check in and warm up. 14
Oct 30, 2025


Your Training. Your Schedule. Now Just a Click Away.
We’re excited to announce that beginning this August, One Percent Academy has officially launched a brand-new Facility Booking System...
Aug 6, 2025


OPA JAYS Signing Party – Celebrating Our 2025 College Commits!
We’re proud to announce and invite our entire OPA JAYS family to a very special Signing Party in honor of our incredible senior class...
Jun 30, 2025


Introducing Heidi Johnson: The New Standard for OPA Strength
At OPA JAYS Baseball , we are committed to developing complete ballplayers—on the field, in the weight room, and beyond. That’s why we...
Jun 24, 2025


OPA JAYS Fall Youth Tryouts – Join the Flock and Take Flight This Fall!
At OPA JAYS Baseball , we’re more than just a baseball organization—we’re a developmental program dedicated to building complete...
Jun 23, 2025
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