Every offseason, many of the top MLB, NCAA and high school baseball teams travel to Florida for the mix of immaculate weather and ideal training. The one destination that offers the best of both for team baseball training is the IMG Baseball Academy in Bradenton, FL. With 3 full-size diamonds, 2 infield training diamonds, multiple batting cages and practice mounds, pitcher-simulation machine and the sport’s top video analysis program, the IMG Baseball Academy has all of the tools to help players at every position and any age group.
Since 2006 Jason’s off-field tasks include operational issues such as marketing, sales, scheduling, and contracting as well as a focus on revenue generation. He is currently the coach of the Varsity Team and he is also Commissioner of the Wood Bat Leagues. His on field duties include working with the outfielders, hitters, and baserunners. Jason is a proven leader of successful baseball players at all levels and excels at teaching the game the right way with passion and consistency. Jason received his BA in Business Administration from Baldwin-Wallace College and a MBA in Marketing from Youngstown State University. 
IMG Baseball National Classic
From April 1-4, 2013, the IMG Baseball Academy will bring together elite high school teams from around the nation for the IMG Baseball National Classic. The event, held at IMG Academies in Bradenton, FL, will allow teams to compete in a first-class baseball tournament while also having the opportunity to experience the TOTAL ATHLETE™ performance disciplines that have been implemented successfully for the past 25+ years. In addition to the tournament, teams will be exposed to college recruiting, mental conditioning, and dynamic stretching routines, all while enjoying the new facilities at IMG’s 450-acre campus
Event Overview
| Dates: | April 1-4, 2013 |
| Schedule: | Sunday: Opening Ceremony - 5:00-7:30pm - BBQ - Team Introductions - First Round Matchups Mandatory coaches meeting - 7:30pm Monday: Round 1 Games - Game 1 at 1pm at Academy Park Field 1 - Game 2 at 1pm at Academy Park Field 2 - Game 3 at 4pm at Academy Park Field 1 - Game 4 at 4pm at Academy Park Field 2 Tuesday: Round 2 Games - Game 5 at 1pm at Academy Park Field 1 - Game 6 at 1pm at Academy Park Field 2 - Game 7 at 4pm at Academy Park Field 1 - Game 8 at 4pm at Academy Park Field 2 Wednesday: Round 3 Games - Game 9 at 1pm at Academy Park Field 1 - Game 10 at 1pm at Academy Park Field 2 - Game 11 at 4pm at Academy Park Field 1 - Game 12 at 4pm at Academy Park Field 2 Thursday: Championship Round - 7th place game at 10am at Academy Park Field 3 - 5th place game at 10am at Academy Park Field 2 - 3rd place game at 10am at Academy Park Field 1 - Championship game at 2pm at Academy Park Field 1 Trophy Presentation/All-Tournament Team will be announced immediately afterwards. All teams will be required to attend Championship game. |
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| Field/Cage Access: | Monday-Wednesday 8:00-12:00pm |
| Prizes: | Championship Trophy Runner-Up Trophy Tournament MVP All-Tournament Team |
| Registration & Entry Fee | If your team is interested in participating in this event please contact Blake Ulrich at blake.ulrich@imgworld.com or 941-752-2681. |
| Location: | IMG Academies 5500 34th St. West Bradenton, FL 34210 |
| Forms: | Waiver |
| Directions: | From Tampa International Airport: Follow I-275 South across the Sunshine Skyway Bridge, to I-75 South. Take I-75 South to Exit 217 (State Road 70), Travel west on State Road 70 (becomes 53rd Avenue). Approximately ten miles to 43th Street West/Bollettieri Blvd. Take a left on Bollettieri Blvd. The entrance to IMG Academies will be on the left at the end of Bollettieri Blvd. From the North on I-75: Take Exit 217 (old exit 41) and travel west on State Road 70 for approximately 20 minutes. Go to 43th Street West/Bollettieri Blvd. Take a left on Bollettieri Blvd. The entrance to IMG Academies will be on the left at the end of Bollettieri Blvd. From the South on I-75: Take Exit 217 B (old exit 41 B) and travel west on State Road 70 for approximately 20 minutes. Go to 43th Street West/Bollettieri Blvd. Take a left on Bollettieri Blvd. The entrance to IMG Academies will be on the left at the end of Bollettieri Blvd. |
| Transportation: | IMG Academies will be providing complimentary transportation to/from Tampa International Airport and Sarasota/Bradenton International Airport. Reservations are limited and based on a first come, first serve basis. |
For more information:
Blake Ulrich
Director of Events
941.752.2681
blake.ulrich@imgworld.com
Nick Phelps
Business Development Manager
IMG Baseball Academy
941.739.7480
nick.phelps@imgworld.com
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