Join us in the 2024 Emerging Athlete Program and take significant steps forward in your baseball journey.
Registration portal now open, for dates and times for your region, see the table below:
Dates: Begins 31st July
Location: Mudjimba Baseball Club, 701 David Low Way, Pacific Paradise QLD 4564
Time: Wednesdays 4:30PM – 6:30PM
Coordinator: Nick Bachono
Developing his baseball skills starting at the Mooloolaba Sharks, Nick Bachono went on to play college baseball at Trinidad State Junior College and Oklahoma Panhandle State. Nick now coaches with the Brisbane Bandits and Baseball Queensland Women’s Programs. His experience and dedication make him a vital part of our team.
Dates: Begins 27th July
Location: Redcliffe Padres, Redcliffe
Time: Saturdays, 9:00AM – 11:00AM
Coordinator: David West
Recent champion coach at the Australian Youth Intermediate League and Padres Junior Director of Coaching, David West brings a wealth of coaching expertise to the Brisbane North Region. His commitment to excellence and his ability to foster player development will be invaluable in guiding our emerging athletes.
Dates: Begins 27th July
Location: All Stars, Bannister Park, Hendra
Time: Saturdays 9:00AM-11:00AM
Coordinator: Luca Rostagno
Hailing from the Windsor Royals Baseball Club, Luca Rostagno is a dedicated Brisbane Metro Coach. With experience as a Futures League U18 and Women’s Coach, as well as a member of the Open Women’s Maroon Coaching staff, Luca brings a wealth of knowledge and passion to the Emerging Athlete Program. His commitment to player development and his expertise across various levels of competition will be invaluable in nurturing the potential of our emerging athletes.
Dates: Begins 27th July
Location: Ipswich Musketeers, Tivoli / Indians, Runcorn / Redlands Rays, Capalaba (2 weeks per location)
Time: Saturdays 9:00AM-11:00AM
Coordinator: Lyndsey Campbell
Coaching at the ABL Women’s Showcase with the Brisbane Bandits and a current pitcher for the Queensland Women’s team, Lyndsey brings invaluable knowledge and experience to the program. Her insights from both coaching and playing at a high level will be instrumental in guiding the development of our emerging athletes.
Dates: Begins 27th July
Location: Runaway Bay Dolphins, Paradise Point (2 weeks) / Nerang Cardinals (3 weeks), / 1xlocation TBC
Time: Saturdays 9:00am – 11:00am
Coordinator: Martin Waters
Long-term coach with Gold Coast Baseball and former Baseball Queensland U16 Coach at the Australian Youth Championships, Martin Waters brings extensive experience to the Emerging Athlete Program. His involvement in the Baseball Queensland Youth Women’s, Development, and Open Women’s Programs showcases his dedication to fostering talent across various levels. Martin’s expertise and commitment will be instrumental in guiding our emerging athletes to reach their full potential.
Dates: Begins 27th July
Location: All Stars, Bannister Park, Hendra
Time: Saturdays 2:00PM – 4:00PM
Coordinator: Noel Tate
Noel Tate has been a key contributor to Baseball Queensland’s High Performance Programs for the past four years. As a central figure in the women’s development space, Noel has served as the assistant coach of the Queensland White team at the Australian Women’s Championships. Additionally, he is the Female Coordinator for both Brisbane North and Narangba Demons, where he plays a pivotal role in fostering talent and promoting female participation in baseball. Noel’s extensive experience and dedication to player development make him an invaluable asset to the Emerging Athlete Program.
Baseball Queensland is thrilled to announce the return of its highly successful Emerging Athlete Program (EAP) for a second year, commencing at the end of July this year.
This seven-week initiative is your opportunity to join a community dedicated to high-quality baseball development and to take your skills to the next level.
The Baseball Queensland Emerging Athlete Program (EAP) is designed to develop young athletes aged 10 to 16 who are aiming to progress in Baseball Queensland’s Performance Pathway. The program provides comprehensive training in essential baseball skills such as speed, agility, throwing, infield and outfield drills, hitting, and strength and conditioning. Each session is crafted to offer personalised coaching, helping every young athlete maximise their potential.
With training sessions held across multiple locations, including the Sunshine Coast, Brisbane, and the Gold Coast, the program is accessible to aspiring baseball stars from all over South-East Queensland.
This year’s program features exciting new developments, including a dedicated youth female stand-alone program, ensuring that our talented young female athletes also receive focussed training and support.
Based on participant feedback from 2023, the program will now feature reduced session sizes to provide more personalised coaching, better support, and effective communication with players and parents. A wider variety of engaging drills, including game-like scenarios and skill-specific activities tailored to different levels, will be introduced to ensure continuous improvement and maintain interest. Additionally, expert guest coaches will be invited to offer specialised one-on-one training in skills such as pitching and batting, along with motivational talks to inspire participants.
One participant shared, “The program was amazing, ALL coaches went above and beyond expectations. The children learned a lot from the program and it was an enjoyable experience for players and parents.”