Purpose

Growing up in a small town, well in the interior of British Columbia, my brother and I were left to travel great distances regularly for solid baseball instruction and competitive opportunities with the hope of being noticed by US or Canadian college recruiters. Fortunately, we had great support from our family in pursuing our goals of playing at the collegiate level, but without any direction, we struggled to find our way through the self-promotion, finding a showcase program, gaining the athletic ability necessary to be recognized and competitive. Nearly overlooked was determining how to connect with colleges, when to schedule things such as the SAT exam and what needed to be done in order to be eligible for US or Canadian college and baseball program entry.

With all of this in mind, as well as through personal coaching experience within a traditional academy program and in receiving feedback during private instruction sessions, Complete Game Virtual Baseball Academy was developed. For all of the student-athletes and their families wishing to pursue elite level baseball opportunities, but not knowing where to start or who to ask, this program strives to provide that information in a convenient online (virtual) platform combined with structured in-person, one-on-one instructional sessions. Student-athlete and family conferences take place following one-on-one sessions to discuss progress, assess progress toward goals and grade overall development of athleticism, sport-specific skill and mental make-up.

Families with student-athletes in grades 11 and 12 may also opt for additional college baseball advisory (placement and guidance services) in order to simplify the recruiting/placement process, ensure that the student-athlete is matched with an appropriate college educational and baseball program, and to provide detailed information on the necessary steps and checklist to ensure that the student-athlete is ready for the collegiate level. Overall, there is a developmental program option available for each serious student-athlete with aspirations to reach their personal goals in baseball.