BVI Set to Host Baseball and Softball Clinics with Major League Stars

The Virgin Islands Softball/Baseball Association is teaming up with the Major League Baseball Players Alumni to offer a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to aspiring baseball and softball athletes of all ages.

This partnership will host free baseball and softball clinics on Tortola and Virgin Gorda, led by a squad of retired Major League Baseball players, whose collective experience is nothing short of legendary.

The star-studded roster of former MLB players includes Jabari Blash, who hails from St. Thomas, USVI. His explosive career with the Los Angeles Angels is etched in baseball history. Joining him are St. Croix native Jerome Browne, a familiar face from his days with the Miami Marlins. Delino DeShields, known for his years with the Chicago Cubs, is another St. Thomas native. Akeel Morris, a seasoned Atlanta Braves pitcher, and Calvin Pickering, who made his mark with the Kansas City Royals, have roots in both BVI and St. Thomas.

These former major leaguers are not just lending their names; they’re investing their expertise in nurturing the next generation of baseball and softball talent.

Coaches of all backgrounds are encouraged to participate, as this is a unique opportunity to learn from the very best in the game.

The clinics, which will be held on Tortola on November 7 and 8 and on Virgin Gorda on November 9, are open to participants of all ages. The sessions for ages 5-12 will run from 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., and training for teens and adults will take place from 5:30 to 7 p.m.

For those who dare to dream of someday stepping onto the grand stage of Major League Baseball, there’s an extra special treat in store. On November 8, an MLB Scout Day is scheduled for Tortola, exclusively for players aged 16 and older. The aspiring athletes will have the chance to showcase their skills to professional scouts in attendance. Registration for this day begins at 6:30 p.m., with the sessions officially commencing at 7 p.m.

For more information, contact 284-346-1894.