The purpose of this research is to analyze existing factors that may contribute to the development and pursuit that an adolescent baseball player encounters in order to continue playing at a higher level of competition. This research will explore the socioeconomic influence of urban environments that can ultimately be a deciding factor for which a baseball player can base his experience within the sport. Adolescent baseball is the primary platform for which college coaches, professional scouts and teams strategize and recruit potential players based on their athletic capabilities and overall potential to grow as a player within the sport of baseball. _x000D_
While examining the socioeconomic aspects of resource accessibility, it can be argued that there is a strong relationship between low income areas, lack of resources, and ethnicity. This research will take into account some initial underlying causes that may lead to a lack of diversity within baseball, while also considering access to resources such as equipment, travel teams, scout recognition and exposure, all of which play a pivotal role in the development of players as they continue to higher levels of participation within baseball.