PERFORMANCE PATHWAYS PROGRAMS…

Introduction

Welcome to the 2025 / 2026 Performance Pathways program! Our augmented programs will enhance athlete development and representation at state, national, and international levels.

As part of this next evolution, we are expanding on our Pathway Programs to provide a β€œGateway”, β€œDevelopment” and β€œSelect” program. This will support an even more inclusive environment that accommodates athletes at both various ages & various skill levels within their baseball journey, and to fit with National Representation sides such as World Cups.

Under Performance Pathways, our Gateway Pathway Programs will cater to a full range of athletes typically aged 11-14 to identify and nurture the growth of these young athletes to support their development towards State & other honours. 

Our Development Pathway Programs will be available to athletes typically aged 11-17 that have completed the Gateway program, or have applied out directly for this program and completed various assessments / performance measures. These athletes will be given like for like training as our highest tier program (Select) – yet accommodates those athletes who may not yet be as advanced on their journey.

The Select Pathway Programs take a selected number of athletes typically aged 11-17 who may have completed other BSA Programs, or have been directly selected based on various assessments / performance measures.  This premier BSA program is a more highly geared program that supports these athletes in their development as they pursue State Team opportunities & beyond.

All of our revamped programs will place a stronger emphasis on performance outcomes, supported by advanced technology such as Rapsodo, Blast Motion, Trackman, and other analytical tools. These enhancements will provide players with detailed insights and data to refine their skills and improve their game.

Continuing to lead this high-calibre initiative is Baseball SA Performance Pathways Manager, Austin 'Gally' Gallagher. We have also appointed a Chris β€˜Simsy’ Sims into a contract role both coaching & leading the programs administration. Under their guidance, along with our team of top-tier coaches, this will ensure that each athlete receives the best possible training and support to achieve their highest potential.

To fund our programs athletes can expect costs to be approximately $15 per hour. Based on an eight-week program, two hours per session, two sessions per week, investment may be approx. $480. Plus any tournament, travel & accommodation costs.

Join us on our continued journey as we redefine excellence and create a more inclusive and comprehensive pathway to success in baseball.

ELITE PATHWAY

This program consists of nationally identified talent in pursuit of national team positions, college commitment and Major League signings. This Elite group of athletes work in a tailored group to hone in on their skills to meet their individual goals.

WOMEN’S PATHWAY

Women’s Baseball in South Australia is continuing to evolve radically. Our youth women have continued to deliver top performance at Nationals and our Open Womens program is being augmented to support their future success. With a revised program for 2025 / 26 being rolled out, our Baseball SA Performance Pathways Program will support our women going to the next level and beyond. 

PROSPECTS PATHWAY

Prospects Select is a 12 week program that follows the Gateways programs. This program targets our higher performing athletes and is designed to train them in areas that will be tested and trialled come time to try out for Australian Youth Championship teams.

 

The Australian Youth Championships (AYC) Trials for U16s and U18s are set to take place over three action-packed days - 26-28th September. The trials kick off with skill testing and evaluation on the first evening, followed by game-like situations and drills on Saturday and Sunday. This is a fantastic opportunity to showcase your talent and earn a spot on the team regardless of completing the State Pathways Program.

EMERGING

PATHWAY

This is an identification program designed to develop and identify 11-<14 year old athletes who may be eligible for U12 or U15 World Cups in the next 4 years. Through the successful identification & nurturing of talent at this age level; will lead to a more experienced & highly capable pool of players entering older age brackets

OUR COACHES

We pride ourselves on finding the best coaches possible to take young athletes to the next level. To read more about each of our coaches at each level of Pathways, please use the button below.

COLLEGE, MINOR LEAGUES AND BEYOND…

Keep up-to-date with where our South Australian talent are at in their baseball careers…