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National Baseball Career Advancement Convention
January 17-18, 2026
1595 S. Semoran Blvd. Building 7, Winter Park, FL 32792

This is more than a camp — it’s a movement. Athletes grow and advance. Coaches get certified. Parents learn how to lead effectively. Through education, evaluation, and professional guidance, the Career Advancement Convention develops complete leaders for the next generation of baseball. We don’t sell hype. We build futures — one player, one coach, one parent, one calling at a time.

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"Don’t trust your future to those who have never been where you’re trying to go—train with champions who’ve walked the path before you."

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Schedule of Events

The National Baseball Career Advancement 2-Day Prospect Camp & Convention is intentionally designed to guide players, parents, coaches, and scouts through every critical stage of the baseball development and recruiting journey. Over two action-packed days, attendees will experience live player evaluations, in-depth scouting education, and high-level professional development sessions led by industry experts. Each day builds strategically on the next—combining on-field exposure with off-field knowledge—so participants leave with clarity, connections, and a concrete plan for advancing their baseball careers. See the full schedule of events below.

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Athlete Schedule of Events

⚾ Purpose: To educate, evaluate and develop mentally tough and professionally prepared athletes.
⚾ Mission: Players will learn directly from and be evaluated by coaches and scouts with over 30 years of experience in college and professional sports. Through classroom sessions, sport-science testing, and live evaluations, athletes will gain the knowledge, feedback, and exposure needed to advance in the game while strengthening their leadership skills.

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Day One Schedule for Athletes: 

  • 8:00 AM - 8:30 AM : Welcome and Introduction: Building a Career with Character (Combined All-Participant)

  • 8:30 AM - 12:00 PM : Breakout Sessions (See Topics Below)  

  • 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM : Lunch: Faith & Focus Luncheon (Combined All-Participant)

  • 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM : Breakout Sessions (See Topics Below)  

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  • Breakout Session Topics: (For High School, College, and Pro Athletes) 

    • ​Recruiting 101 – Understanding the 6-Tools, College Communication, Highlight Videos, and Academic Preparation

    • Social Media & Your Sports Brand

    • Character in Competition – Playing with Integrity

    • Competing for Something Bigger – Balancing Sports and Academics

    • The Mental Game: Mental Mastery and Confidence in Pressure Moments

    • Nutrition, Rest, and Recovery for Champions

    • Injury Recovery & Career Longevity

    • Life After Baseball – Preparing for Your Final Chapter

    • Leadership, Legacy, and Life Balance – Becoming the Player Others Follow

    • MLB Draft & Scouting Process – What Scouts Look For and How They Evaluate

    • Independent & International Baseball – Expanding Opportunities Abroad

    • Getting Paid to Play – Budgeting, Expectations, and Sports as a Career

    • Transitioning from College to Pro Ball

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Day Two Schedule for Athletes: 

  • 7:30 AM - 8:00 AM : Breakfast: Combined Morning Devotional (All Participants Welcome)

  • 8:00 AM - 8:30 AM : Preparation for Evaluation Day (All Participants)

  • 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM : Evaluation Session 1: Pro Style Workout (All Athletes)​

  • 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM: Lunch: Networking Luncheon (All Participants)

  • 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM : Evaluation Session 2: Live Game Situations (All Athletes)​

  • 5:00 PM : Day Two Conclusion and Closing Remarks

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Coach / Scout Schedule of Events

⚾ Purpose: The Coach, Scout, & Baseball Industry Track is designed to equip coaches, scouts, and player development professionals with the tools, knowledge, career pathways, and spiritual foundation needed to evaluate, mentor, and lead athletes with excellence and integrity. This track exists not only to sharpen coaching and scouting skills, but also to open doors for career advancement across the baseball industry — helping participants gain the credibility, connections, and confidence to step into new opportunities at every level of the game.

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⚾ Mission: To develop a new generation of coaches, scouts, and baseball leaders who lead with character, communicate with clarity, evaluate with integrity, and are fully prepared to advance in the baseball profession. Our mission is to empower attendees to expand their impact and their career — whether through coaching, scouting, front office roles, player development, baseball operations, or other emerging sectors within the sport.

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Day One Schedule for Coaches / Scouts: 

  • 8:00 AM - 8:30 AM : Welcome and Introduction: Building a Career with Character (Combined All-Participant)

  • 8:30 AM - 12:00 PM : Breakout Sessions (See Topics Below)  

  • 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM : Lunch: Faith & Focus Luncheon (Combined All-Participant)

  • 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM : Breakout Sessions (See Topics Below)  

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  • Breakout Session Topics: (For High School, College, and Pro Athletes) 

    • Foundations of Scouting & Evaluation – Understanding the 6-Tools, Grades, Projection, and OFP (Overall Future Potential)

    • Having the Best Scouting Tools and Equipment

    • Player Profiling Workshop – Evaluating Mechanics, Body Language, and Mental Makeup

    • Introduction to Sport Science Metrics – Data and Technology in Modern Scouting 

    • The Brutal Honesty of Professional Scouts

    • Understanding the Advantages and Disadvantages of Scouting Dual-Sport Athletes

    • Scouting as a Career – Balancing Travel, Family, Schedules, and Priorities

    • Mentorship in Scouting – Training the Next Generation

    • Leadership, Legacy, and Life Balance – Becoming the Player Others Follow

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Day Two Schedule for Athletes: 

  • 7:30 AM - 8:00 AM : Breakfast: Combined Morning Devotional (All Participants Welcome)

  • 8:00 AM - 8:30 AM : Preparation for Evaluation Day (All Participants)

  • 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM : Scouting Practicum #1: On-field observation drills (live evaluation)​

  • 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM: Lunch: Networking Luncheon (All Participants)

  • 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM : Scouting Practicum #2: Real-time Game evaluations and  Certification Quiz​

    • Certificate of Completion awarded at the completion of event for (CSES) Certified Scout and Evaluation Specialist.​

  • 5:00 PM : Day Two Conclusion and Closing Remarks

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Parents of Elite Athletes Schedule of Events

⚾ Purpose: To educate parents on how to support their athlete’s dreams with faith, wisdom, and perspective — without crossing boundaries that can hinder growth.

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⚾ Mission: Parents will learn the ins and outs of the recruiting and development process, discovering how to help their elite athletes reach their full potential through balanced encouragement and informed decision-making. Sessions include open discussions with current and former professional scouts and college recruiters, addressing how certain parental behaviors unintentionally harm opportunities — and how patience and communication can keep a family unified on the path to success.

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Day One Schedule for Parents: 

  • 8:00 AM - 8:30 AM : Welcome and Introduction: Building a Career with Character (Combined All-Participant)

  • 8:30 AM - 12:00 PM : Breakout Sessions (See Topics Below)  

  • 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM : Lunch: Faith & Focus Luncheon (Combined All-Participant)

  • 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM : Breakout Sessions (See Topics Below)  

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  • Breakout Session Topics: (For High School, College, and Pro Athletes) 

    • The Truth About Recruiting – Avoiding Showcase Traps and Understanding Coach Communication

    • NIL & Eligibility Education – Financial and Academic Compliance for Families

    • Supporting the Mental Game – Helping Athletes Manage Pressure and Expectations

    • Scholarships & Aid – Understanding Real Costs of Collegiate Athletics

    • Understanding Boundaries & Lines of Communication – Partnering, Not Pressuring

    •  Discipline and Tough Love – Raising Accountable Athletes

    • Faith in the Family – Strengthening Spiritual Support Through Sports

    • Emotional Health for Sports Parents – Managing Stress, Expectations, and Identity

    • ​Leadership, Legacy, and Life Balance – Becoming the Player Others Follow

    • Avoiding Scams – Identifying Unethical Recruiters or Agents

    • After the Camp – How to Follow Up with College and Pro Programs

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Day Two Schedule for Athletes: 

  • 7:30 AM - 8:00 AM : Breakfast: Combined Morning Devotional (All Participants Welcome)

  • 8:00 AM - 8:30 AM : Preparation for Evaluation Day (All Participants)

  • 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM : Breakout Sessions (See Topics above)​

  • 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM: Lunch: Networking Luncheon (All Participants)

  • 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM : Be a Fan: Enjoy Watching Game Situation and Evaluations

  • 5:00 PM : Day Two Conclusion and Closing Remarks

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Resources: 

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OUR 
Books

Here are some of the books and resources written by our sports industry experts, designed to empower athletes, coaches, and parents with the mindset, strategy, and faith-based principles needed for success. From developing championship mental habits and navigating the college recruiting process, to understanding the realities of professional baseball and strengthening spiritual resilience, these works by Coach David Angeron, Drake Angeron, and James L. Gamble provide a roadmap for growth both on and off the field.

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D1 or Bust
Its MyTime
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