FCA Sports

FCA Sports

Mission and Vision

FCA Sports Mission Statement
To impact the youth sports community by leading all involved into a growing relationship with Jesus Christ and His church and to develop athletes into players that are committed to serving, leading, teamwork, and excellence.

FCA Vision
To see the world transformed by Jesus Christ through the influence of coaches and athletes.

Northwest GA FCA Sports Programs
Northwest GA FCA Sports currently offer club teams for  baseball and softball as well as a youth golf team in the local PGA Junior League.  We also offer baseball and softball lessons at our NWGA FCA Sports Training Center.  Be on the lookout for more opportunities in the future.

FCA Core Values

 Integrity - We will demonstrate Christ-like wholeness, privately, and publicly. (Proverbs 11:3)
Serving - We will model Jesus’ example of serving. (John 13:1-17)
Teamwork- We will express our unity in Christ in all our relationships. (Philippians 2:1-4)
Excellence- We will honor and glorify God in all we do. (Colossians 3:23-24)

FCA Braves

The FCA Braves is a select youth baseball and softball organization affiliated with the North Georgia Fellowship of Christian Athletes. We are based out of Whitfield County and are fortunate to have access to the Christian Heritage Baseball complex in Dalton, GA for our practice facility.  Our head coaches must complete an FCA Ministry Leader Application before they are permitted to coach. Whitfield Murray FCA is very excited to be able to minister to our community through youth baseball and softball! If you or your child are interested in trying out for one of these teams please complete the "FCA Braves Prospective Player Form" located on the right side of this page. If you have any questions or would like to be a part of this ministry please email Jamey Middleton at jmiddleton@fca.org. Click on the buttons below for links to useful documents and websites.

Coaches Training

The following applications and training are required for coaches.  Some are required only for head coaches.  Once a coach has registered on Sports Connect, you will get an email from Sports Connect with a link to complete SafeSport Training.  This is required every two years.  Please complete accordingly.



Head Coach Requirements

Assistant Coach Requirements

FCA Baseball/Softball Tryouts

All tryouts for FCA Baseball and Softball teams for the 2024/25 season will be listed below.  Check back frequently for more information.

  • 7U Baseball - Saturday, August 17 at 11AM at Harry Griffin Park Field 2.
  • 10U Baseball - Available upon request
  • 15U Baseball - Monday, July 29 from 7-9PM at Edwards Park Field 8.
  • 17U Baseball - Thursday, August 8 at 7PM Riverbend Park Field 1
  • 8U Softball - Saturday, August 17 at 1PM at Harry Griffin Park Field 2.


Edwards Park Address

115 Edwards Park Entrance

Dalton, GA 30721


Harry Griffin Park Address

201 G. Vaughn Pkwy 

Tunnel Hill, GA 30755


Riverbend Park Address

1999 Riverbend Rd.

Dalton, GA 30721

FCA Braves Team Objectives

To develop our coaches and players physically, mentally, and spiritually.

To disciple our coaches, players, and their families.

To engage umpires, leagues, tournaments, and opposing teams for Christ.

To prepare and play with excellent attitudes, concentration, and effort in a way that honors God.

Prospective Player/Tryout Form

FCA Braves Baseball/Softball Distinctives

The following is a list of some of the opportunities and distinctives of each of our FCA Braves Baseball teams:

Each team must complete two service projects per year

Each player and coach will receive an FCA Bible

Teams will conduct regular devotions

Once players are old enough they will receive team chaplain training

Each player will gain free admission to the annual FCA Baseball Clinic located in the Dalton, GA area. The clinic will be conducted by local high school baseball coaches.

Each coach will attend the FCA Coaches Clinic. 
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