“Chengdu Baseball” Baseball Development Trends · Baseball Position 6

MLB x Chengdu Youth Baseball Ecosystem Project

—Creating China’s Leading Baseball Talent Hub ⚾

1️⃣ Project Background | Baseball Project

Major League Baseball (MLB) collaborates with Chengdu Baseball Association/schools/clubs to launch the inaugural "Youth Baseball Development League" (YBDL).

✅ Goal: Build a comprehensive U6-U18 age group competition system + coach training + international exchange channels

2️⃣ System Architecture | Framework

⚾ Tiered Competition | Graded Leagues

Rookie League (Entry Level): Community games • School club matches

Elite League (Advanced Level): City championships • Provincial invitationals

All-Star Program: Direct access to MLB China Development Center

Support System | Supporting Framework

Coach Academy:

▶️ MLB certified courses • Annual certification from C to A level

▶️ Live online coaching sessions from U.S. instructors

Scout Network:

▶️ Establish talent pool in the western region

▶️ Recommend players for trials at MLB Development Center

3️⃣ Ecosystem Value | Value of the System

For Players

Pathway: School competitions → City leagues → MLB tournaments (e.g., Junior Baseball5) → Overseas training camps

Data Tracking: Individual performance profiles (batting average/fielding percentage)

For Schools

Curriculum Development: MLB provides standardized lesson plans (bilingual Chinese-English)

Field Upgrade: MLB designs the **“Campus Diamond Plan”** (low-cost field renovations)

For Industry

Business Cycle: Event IP management + equipment supply chain + sports tourism (fan trips to the U.S.)✈️

Cultural Integration: Baseball-themed Movie Nights/Comic Con collaborations

4️⃣ Future Vision | Outlook

2026 Targets:

▶️ Reach 20+ primary and secondary schools in Chengdu

▶️ Develop 3 U12 provincial champion teams

▶️ Send 5+ players to MLB Development Center

Tech Integration:

▶️ VR batting training booths • AI tactical analysis platform

✨Pro Tips for Parents✨

Early Exposure: T-ball (soft baseball) available from age 5

ID Camps: MLB rookie camps open for registration every March!

Scholarships: Outstanding players can receive MLB community scholarships

Let’s Play Ball! Ignite the baseball dreams of Chengdu’s youth!