Is NORTHWEST PACK BASEBALL new? 
The 2026-2027 season will be our first season as NORTHWEST PACK, however the leadership and coaches that make up Muscle Baseball and Skokie Coyotes are joining forces to create a historic new travel baseball program.

Why did Morton Grove and Skokie combine to form the NORTHWEST PACK BASEBALL program? 
By bringing together our two communities we are creating a stronger, more sustainable organization with expanded resources and enhanced opportunities for player development at every age. 

Where does NORTHWEST PACK play and practice? 
Our home outdoor fields are based in the Morton Grove and Skokie area. Our 14u-17u teams will play at Niles North and Niles West.

Where does NORTHWEST PACK train in the offseason/winter? 
All teams train at our premier 5,000 square foot indoor facility, the THE DEN in Lincolnwood. THE DEN includes hitting and pitching lanes, arm care station, and open flex space. THE DEN has (3) ATEC M3X pitching machines (what high profile colleges use), Rapsodo hitting technology, and Pocket Radar displays. All players will receive a FREE Rapsodo account to track hitting performance and development.

All teams practice in the fall and throughout Jan-March. With the exception of our high school teams, we take a program holiday break from team activities. High School players train throughout the fall and early winter to prepare for high school tryouts.

Does my player need to be a "D219 Resident" to play NORTHWEST PACK BASEBALL?
No. While our program has alignment with Niles North and Niles West (D219), there is no residency restriction of participation.

What leagues/tournaments does NORTHWEST PACK play in? 
Leagues may vary by team but we primarily will compete in the Lake Shore Feeder Baseball League (LSFBL). The majority of opponents are in the northern suburbs of Chicago. In addition to league play, PACK teams will play in 4-6 tournaments a year based on age. We mostly play in local tournaments in the Chicago area, including our annual host tournament in Morton Grove in June. Our program also organizes one annual out of state tournament for all teams. The past few years those tournaments have been in Wisconsin and Iowa. 

Who will be the coaches throughout each age level?
One of our strengths of our organization is the quality of our coaches. Our goal is to maintain continuity for players and families whenever possible while continuing to add coaching depth and resources across all levels. As the organization grows, additional coaches and resources will be added to support our players and teams.

How many teams does NORTHWEST PACK Baseball anticipate at each level? 
We expect to form a 2-3 teams per youth level but will approach each season individually. While we have the ability to form multiple teams across levels, we only form multiple teams that can compete at a high level.

If multiple teams are formed, would my player know what team they are on from the start? 
Yes. Players that receive offers are notified of their team and their coaching staff upfront.

Do your 12u teams plan to play at Cooperstown or a similar experience? That will be discussed with each team as they are formed. Playing in Cooperstown or a similar experience is likely. 

Can my player play NORTHWEST PACK BASEBALL in addition to other sports? 
Yes. We love and embrace multi-sport athletes. Youth players benefit greatly from playing multiple sports and we firmly believe in that philosophy. We are flexible in the fall and winter during other sports main season, just as we expect baseball to take priority in the summer. 

What is the cost to play NORTHWEST PACK BASEBALL? 
Cost varies by age level. Our cost structure is competitive and all costs are outlined when offers are made. Players who are invited to join teams receive highly instructional coaching, fall jerseys, winter training, FREE Rapsodo account, access to coaches throughout the program, and substantial discounts on equipment from Wilson, Louisville Slugger, DeMarini, and EvoShield.