U.B.A.P.R. ELITE Program – International Development and Exposure

Objective: To create an exclusive platform within the U.B.A.P.R. – United Baseball Academies of Puerto Rico league that provides elite players from each academy the opportunity to train, compete, and gain exposure in the United States, while continuing their studies through virtual academic programs offered by their academies of origin.

🎯 Program Description

Player Selection

The U.B.A.P.R. Elite Program will annually select the most outstanding players (based on performance, attitude, and projection) from each affiliated academy.

Advanced Training

Advanced training in high-level facilities in the United States.

Exposure

Participation in national tournaments/showcases with high traffic of scouts and college coaches.

Academic Follow-up

Remote academic monitoring and mentoring by their original academy.

Logistics

Temporary accommodation, meals, transportation, and medical insurance managed by U.B.A.P.R. and allied sponsors.

📚 Academic Component

Each player will maintain their academic progress through the use of official virtual platforms from their academy, which will include:

  • Online classes supervised by academic coordinators.
  • Access to virtual tutors for support in English, mathematics, and other key subjects.
  • Assessments, assignments, and exams fully integrated with their institution's system.

This hybrid approach ensures that the student-athlete never neglects their educational development while maximizing their athletic development.

🚁 Program Logistics

Duration

Annual program of 3 months (August to October, in parallel with the regular school year)

Possible Locations

Florida, Georgia, Texas, North Carolina, Missouri among other states

Participants

All those who qualify as a elite prospect per academy, each season

Coordination

Directed by U.B.A.P.R. along with designated coaches, remote academic staff and local facilitators

🏱 Benefits for the Player

Contact with Programs

Direct contact with university programs and professional organizations

Specialized Training

Specialized training in strength, performance, nutrition, and mental health

Participation Certificate

Certificate of participation as part of their recruitment portfolio

Academic Continuity

Guaranteed academic continuity

Athletic Development

Athletic development with certified coaches in the USA

🤝 Opportunity for Sponsors

Universities

Alliances with higher education institutions

Sports Programs

Collaboration with leagues and sports organizations

Community Organizations

Support from entities committed to youth development

Brands

Sponsorship from companies interested in Puerto Rican talent

The program opens the door to alliances with universities, sports programs, community organizations, and brands interested in the development of Puerto Rican talent.

Coordination and Development

Athletic Development

Supervision of training and competitions

Continuous evaluation of sports progress

Coordination with coaches in the U.S.

Academic Development

Monitoring of academic performance

Coordination with virtual tutors

Assessment of educational needs

International Coordination

Management of logistics between Puerto Rico and the U.S.

Communication with families and academies

Supervision of the athlete's overall well-being

Proposal developed by: U.B.A.P.R. International Athletic & Academic Development Coordination

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