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CURVE Sports Welcomes POWER Baseball

In a significant move to enhance youth baseball in Florida, CURVE Sports has officially announced the integration of POWER Baseball into its platform. This partnership aims to strengthen the development ecosystem surrounding youth baseball, providing robust support for players and their families. The addition of POWER Baseball is seen as a strategic expansion of CURVE Sports' mission to foster long-term player development and promote effective leadership in the sport.

Founded in 2016, POWER Baseball has established itself as a reputable organization known for its disciplined coaching methods and commitment to nurturing young athletes. With this partnership, POWER Baseball retains its brand identity and operational leadership while benefiting from CURVE Sports' shared infrastructure, advanced technology, and development systems. This collaboration represents a significant step forward in CURVE Sports’ long-term strategy, ensuring that youth baseball programs can thrive while maintaining local culture and operational independence.

Building a Stronger Baseball Community

Sandy Ogg, CEO of CURVE Sports, stated, "POWER Baseball is exactly the type of organization CURVE Sports was built to support. Brian and his team have built a strong program by focusing on coaching, development, and relationships with families." This partnership is not just about administrative assistance; it's about empowering organizations like POWER Baseball to grow sustainably while keeping their unique qualities intact.

The driving forces behind POWER Baseball's creation were coaches Eric Lassiter and Jesse Marlo, in collaboration with training facility owner Brian Dempsey. Their goal was clear from the outset: to create a travel baseball program that emphasizes transparency, advocacy, and education. This initiative guides families through the often complex recruiting and development process, aiming for long-term success at all levels of the sport.

Beyond its Floridian roots, POWER Baseball has expanded into various regions, including South Carolina, North Carolina, and New York, thereby supporting a wider array of baseball and softball athletes. The partnership with CURVE Sports opens the door to additional resources, including access to performance testing systems and objective player development data. This integration promises to alleviate administrative burdens, enabling coaches and families to focus more on the players' development.

Enhanced Opportunities for Players and Families

The collaboration is poised to enhance several aspects for players and their families. Key benefits include:

• - Clearer Development Pathways: Families will have better visibility of their child’s progress and future prospects.
• - Objective Testing and Performance Insights: Advanced assessments will provide data-driven insights into player development.
• - Expanded Services and Recruiting Support: Additional resources and events will be available to assist in the recruiting process.
• - Greater Transparency: Families will gain more confidence in development decisions with clearer communication from coaches.
• - Savings Programs: Deals on travel, hotels, and other baseball-related expenses will lighten financial burdens.

Despite this collaboration, POWER Baseball's identity remains intact, with the original leadership team continuing to guide the organization. Founder Brian Dempsey reflected on this new chapter: "Joining the CURVE Sports platform allows us to continue leading the organization the way we believe it should be run, while gaining access to better systems, performance data, and long-term support that will help us serve our players and families even better."

A Vision for the Future

This announcement follows the launch of CURVE Sports, which unifies Diamond Allegiance and CURVE Test Center into a cohesive ecosystem aimed at strengthening youth baseball. Supported by Weatherford Capital, CURVE Sports brings together experienced operators, advocating for a disciplined approach to growing the sport. Drew Weatherford, founding partner of Weatherford Capital, emphasized the fragmented nature of youth baseball, stating that strategic partnerships like this one are crucial for connecting talented programs with the players who need them most.

CURVE Sports envisions a future where it continues to embrace aligned organizations, fostering a sustainable and enriching environment for youth baseball. As Sandy Ogg aptly put it, "This is how CURVE Sports grows — by partnering with seasoned operators, supporting strong leadership, and expanding the platform in a way that strengthens the game." The mantra of the CURVE Sports platform echoes a deep-seated commitment: stronger together.

For more information about CURVE Sports and POWER Baseball, please visit their respective websites: CURVE Sports and POWER Baseball.