What is Baseball University?

Baseball University is the first online, distance learning program in the sports industry designed to increase the overall baseball knowledge of players, parents, coaches and baseball enthusiasts worldwide through professional digital video, educational lectures and detailed written materials.



Individuals will be able to strengthen their baseball knowledge by selecting courses on topics that peak their interest. From beginner fundamentals to advanced strategy…from player development to college baseball recruiting…Baseball University will serve as the Leader in Online Baseball Education.

Baseball University is designed to be the central provider of certification for youth and high school level coaches, establishing the standard by which every coach should adhere to in the world.

By providing in-depth courses taught by the most knowledgeable coaches, scouts and former professional players in the industry, Baseball University will offer a one-of-a-kind concept that will revolutionize the way baseball is taught.




Courses:
Baseball University will be just like a normal college course, except you'll actually be asking for homework!  Each course will have a syllabus, recorded lectures, dynamic online video and a discussion board so you can communicate directly with our faculty members.

The course schedule is flexible, so you can learn about baseball topics that appeal to you from the comfort of your own home!

Courses Offered:
Hitting Fundamentals (102.1): Proper hitting techniques and strategy with professor Matt Schilling, former coach at Coastal Carolina University. >>

College Baseball Recruiting (103.1): Looking for the right college baseball program with professor Jim Gemler, former college coach. >>

Scout Like a Pro (104.1): Scouting amateur baseball players with professor Steve Bernhardt, current Associate Scout for the Colorado Rockies. >>

Coach Certification:
Coaches are instrumental in the development of today's youth both as baseball players and young men. Baseball University offers age specific coach certification focused on teaching baseball fundamentals, safety and sportsmanship.

As players develop, it is important that we develop with them as coaches, both in our knowledge of the game and our ability to translate that knowledge through instruction. Continue your baseball education through our online Coach Certification courses that include high-quality video and detailed educational materials. Coach certification is offered for a variety of age groups (from age 5-18).

Click here to view sample video clips and begin your certification class.
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