The Launching Pad

09/05/2026

Hope everyone has a safe and Happy Labor Day weekend. We'll be open normal hours Saturday and Sunday. Come save some big money and help us clear out our 2026 inventory. All bats are at least $100 off with some priced at just $99. Need a glove? They are on sale too with savings of 40-50% off. All Easton and Rawlings backpack bat bags have been marked down to only $25. Come check us out!

07/25/2026

We've had a good soaking rain the last 4 days and the fields are wet. Don't sit home and have the rainy weather blues. Come see us and get some swings in. We'll be open Saturday 11-4 and Sunday 1-6. Reserve your cage now!!

07/15/2026

Look forward to seeing you Saturday. We'll have the facility setup for bullpens and the A/C pumping!

Happening this Saturday!!!! We had a lot of rec all-stars going on last weekend across the organization and a bunch of new families out of place. This tryout is just for you!! If you haven't submitted your player profile, please do so at www.thelaunchingpadnc.com/travelball. You only need to attend 1 tryout!!! It's going to be hot so hydrate early. Bring tennis shoes as we will throw bullpens at our home facility, The Launching Pad, which is less than a mile away. We'll have it nice and cool for all the families. Look forward to seeing all the new faces on Saturday!

07/05/2026

We're going to continue celebrating America's 250🎆🎇🧨 with a huge bat closeout sale on ALL USSSA & BBCOR models. Don't miss out on getting a huge discount on your next gamer. Even if your looking a practice bat, we have 25+ bats priced below $100. Stop by, message the page or text (910)990-6405 to secure your bat today.
*No additional discounts or coupons permitted during our closeout sale*

07/03/2026

We will be closed on Saturday, July 4th so our staff can celebrate 250 with family and friends. We will be open normal hours Friday (3-9) and Sunday (1-6). Get out of the extreme heat and come get your work done indoors with us.

07/01/2026

Our 2026 Fall Baseball Tryouts are less than a week away. We offer a competitive atmosphere for all levels of play from 7U-16U and seek growth both on and off the field. All TLP Baseball & Softball players get access to The Launching Pad year round! 🚨We have new teams forming in each age group so don't miss this opportunity to meet the coaches.🚨
We will do registrations on-site but highly recommend getting them done prior to July 10th. If you can't attend, still fill out a player profile and state that in the comment section.
If you have any questions concerning tryouts or are looking to bring a team to TLP, please contact Bradley Tew (910)990-6405.

📍Greene County Sports Complex

☆Please arrive at least 20 mins early to check-in and warm-up☆

7U: Player can't turn 8 before May 1, 2027
8U: Player can't turn 9 before May 1, 2027
9U: Player can't turn 10 before May 1, 2027
10U: Player can't turn 11 before May 1, 2027
11U: Player can't turn 12 before May 1, 2027
12U: Player can't turn 13 before May 1, 2027

06/23/2026

🚨Reminder that 8U & 10U Navy Softball Tryouts are happening this Sunday🚨

Softball tryouts for 8U and 10U Navy are coming up on June 28th at Goldsboro High School. This will be a rain or shine event. In the case of inclement weather, we will move indoors to The Launching Pad. If attending please pre-register at www.thelaunchingpadnc.com/travelball. Look forward to seeing you there. If you have any questions, contact the page or text one the following:
8U: Ashley Poole (989)620-1472
10U: Summer Hodge (919)709-6215
Director: Bradley Tew (910)990-6405

06/19/2026

We will be closed this Sunday for Father's Day to allow all the Dad's out there to rest those arms. Enjoy your day! Normal hours of operation outside of Sunday.

Monday-Friday: 3-9
Saturday: 11-4

06/12/2026

☀️ It's going to be another scorcher outside today so come get your reps in with us. We'll have 40 tons of HVAC pushing today to keep the facility in the mid 70s. Book online thru our website or text Bradley (910)990-6405 and he'll get your cage reserved. Walk-ins are welcome but booking ahead of time, guarantees you a cage. Practice like a Champion!

Sunday: 1-6
M-F: 3-9
Saturday: 11-4

05/22/2026

We pray everyone has a safe and fun Memorial Day weekend. Thank you to ALL that paid the ultimate sacrifice so that we may live in the land of the free. We will have a adjusted hours this weekend. Saturday 11-4, Sunday 1-6 & Memorial Day 1-6. 🇺🇲All past and present military members will receive HALF-OFF cage rentals thru Monday. All you have to do is mention this post and show ID. 🇺🇲 If you have any questions or need help reserving a cage, please message the page or text Bradley Tew (910)990-6405.