Marucci Elite, one of the nation’s most prolific amateur baseball organizations

Founders' Club

The founders of Marucci built the company on a dedication to superior quality and a relentless pursuit of excellence that extended beyond the game of baseball. That pursuit of excellence has allowed Marucci to forge partnerships with some of the nation’s premier amateur baseball and softball organizations. With core values that align with those of the Marucci Founders, these programs were selected for their dedication to excellence on and off the field, reputation as a positive influence in their community, and commitment to growing their organization and, in turn, the Marucci mission. We call this elite alliance the Founders’ Club.

Our Founders' Club Teams

9ers Baseball

Wall, NJ

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9ers Baseball
- Location: Wall, NJ
- Director: Robert Maida
- Teams: 7 (11U-17U)
- Accolades: 140+ college commits since 2011
- Website: Team Website
Arizona Athletics

Peoria, AZ

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Arizona Athletics
- Location: Peoria, AZ
- Director: Eric Gardner
- Teams: 14 (9U-18U)
- Accolades: 250+ college commits since 2005
- Website: Team Website
"Being a part of the Marucci Family has been a big step in the right direction for the Arizona Athletics. Marucci has not only provided our players with an amazing product, but also the recognition we have received being a part of the Marucci Family has been second to none. The Marucci product and support staff are heads above the rest of the industry, and we look forward to a future with Marucci as we expand further in Arizona as the state's sole Marucci Founders' Club organization."
California Baseball Academy

Temecula, CA

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California Baseball Academy
- Location: Temecula, CA
- Director: Jon Paino
- Accolades: 4x Perfect Game National Champions, 4x Perfect Game World Series Champions, 2x USA Baseball National Team Championships Winner, 330+ college commits since 2013
- Website: Team Website
“All of us at CBA are proud to be a part of the Marucci Founders’ Club. The relentless attention to detail, customer service and expanded product line are the best in the game. Marucci has been there for us since we launched as an organization, grown with us over the last five years, and we cannot thank everyone at Marucci enough for all of their support and friendship."
CBC Blackhawks

Cincinnati, OH

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CBC Blackhawks
- Location: Cincinnati, OH
- Director: Cary Daniel
- Teams: 20 (10U-18U)
- Accolades: 75+ college commits since 2014
- Website: Team Website
"CBC is very proud and honored to be part of the Marucci Founders' Club. Not only do we wear top of the line apparel, and swing the best bats in the game, but we are treated like family. Marucci is a first-class company with first-class people. We wouldn't want to be with anyone else!"
Dallas Tigers

Dallas, TX

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Dallas Tigers
- Location: Dallas, TX
- Director: Tommy Hernandez
- Teams: 72 (9U-18U)
- Accolades: 3x Perfect Game National Champions, 3x Triple Crown National Champions, 8x AABC National Champions
- Website: Team Website
East Coast Sox

Columbus, MS

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East Coast Sox
- Location: Columbus, MS
- Director: Greg Sykes
- Teams: 34 (12U-18U)
- Accolades: 3x Perfect Game National Champions, 2017 16U Marucci World Series Champions, 300+ college commits since 2012
- Website: Team Website
"We are blessed to be a part of Marucci Founders' Club. It is nice dealing with former baseball players that know and meet our needs as an baseball organization. Our relationship with Marucci is more of a friendship than just a customer. Our players and coaches are proud to rep Marucci on and off the field. "
Georgia Bombers

Alpharetta, GA

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Georgia Bombers
- Location: Alpharetta, GA
- Director: Aaron Alvarez and Wes Rynders
- Teams: 18 (8U-17U)
- Website: Team Website
Illinois Indians

Buffalo Grove, IL

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Illinois Indians
- Location: Buffalo Grove, IL
- Director: Nelson Gord
- Teams: 25 (8U-22U)
- Website: Team Website
Impact Sports Academy

De Pere, WI

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Impact Sports Academy
- Location: De Pere, WI
- Director: Jason Berken
“From the Big Leagues to youth baseball and softball, Marucci is the gold standard. We are incredibly lucky to be a part of the Founders’ Club with such a prestigious company. We are proud to rep the “M” both on and off the field.”
Indiana Prospects

Muncie, IN

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Indiana Prospects
- Location: Muncie, IN
- Director: Shane Stout
- Teams: 12 (10U-17U)
- Accolades: 2017 17U Marucci World Series Champions, 200+ college commits since 2010
- Website: Team Website
"First, I’d like to say how blessed we are to be a part of the Founders' Club and Marucci family. Every step of the way it becomes more clear as a family atmosphere, the attention to detail as well as best in the business product. The guys at Marucci have. in short notice, turned the Marucci World Series into a blend of all you would want in a tournament, top competition, great venues college/pro exposure and above all great people to host a tournament. "
Louisiana Knights

Mandeville, LA

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Louisiana Knights
- Location: Mandeville, LA
- Director: Jack Cressend
- Teams: 15 (8U-18U)
- Accolades: 250+ college commits since 2007
- Website: Team Website
"Our relationship with Marucci is very special to us given that we are a Louisiana-based program. All the people at Marucci have been first-class, and they truly care about the growth of the game across all levels. We are thankful, honored and appreciative to be a member of the exclusive Founders' Club and to be partnered with an elite brand in Marucci Sports."
Marucci Elite Texas

Houston, TX

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Marucci Elite Texas
- Location: Houston, TX
- Director: Chris Schultea
- Teams: 22 (8U-18U)
- Website: Team Website
"Since our inception in 2013, we not only chose the brand Marucci, but have been honored to wear the “M” with pride. With Marucci products and service being second to none, it has allowed us to grow our program with the confidence that we are providing our players with the best in the game. It is more than just a relationship, it is family. And that is something we at Marucci Elite Texas are extremely proud of. Simply put...it’s home."
Midwest Nationals

Springfield, MO

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Midwest Nationals
- Location: Springfield, MO
- Director: Randy Merryman
- Teams: 16 (10U-18U)
- Website: Team Website
"Midwest Nationals Baseball chose to partner with Marucci because our core values are similar. Both organizations believe in the value of personal relationships, honesty, integrity, commitment, and quality our our goods and services. Our three-year partnership with Marucci has been great for our players and families."
Natural Baseball Academy

Olathe, KS

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Natural Baseball Academy
- Location: Olathe, KS
- Director: Scott Jones
- Teams: 30 (8U-18U)
- Accolades: 120+ college commits
- Website: Team Website
"Natural Baseball Academy is proud and to be an original member of the Founders' Club. Marucci is quickly becoming the brand that competitors are trying to catch up to, with both products and events that are second to none."
Omaha Tigers

Omaha, NE

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Omaha Tigers
- Location: Omaha, NE
- Director: Dave Vallinch
- Teams: 15 (7U-14U)
- Website: Team Website
"The Omaha Tigers are very fortunate to be a part of the Marucci Founders' Club. Everything they bring to the table is A+. All of our teams rep the Marucci brand with pride."
Richmond County Baseball Club

Staten Island, NY

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Richmond County Baseball Club
- Location: Staten Island, NY
- Director: Nick DeFendis
- Accolades: 150+ college commits
- Website: Team Website
"As we celebrate our 15th season, the Richmond County Baseball Club is proud to be associated with Marucci. The Founders’ Club is a great way for us to represent this elite group in the Northeast and allow our players to be exposed to some of the best talent in the nation."
Scorpions Baseball

Orlando, FL

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Scorpions Baseball
- Location: Orlando, FL
- Director: Bob Rikeman
- Teams: 30 (9U-18U)
- Accolades: 8x Perfect Game National Champions,
- Website: Team Website
"We are proud and honored to be a Marucci Founders' Club. We could not have a better partnership with great baseball people, product and a company with superior ties to Big League baseball. As a Founders' Club member, the future is bright for #Scorpnation."
Showcase Baseball Academy

Charlotte, NC

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Showcase Baseball Academy
- Location: Charlotte, NC
- Director: Will Simmons
- Teams: 44 Teams (8u-18u)
- Accolades: 300+ College Commits and 34 Draft Picks since 2009
- Website: Team Website
Stars Baseball

Manassas, VA

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Stars Baseball
- Location: Manassas, VA
- Director: Mike Colangelo
- Teams: 20 (10U-18U)
- Accolades: 350+ college commits since 2014, 2009 AAU 15U National Champions, 2010 D1 Draftable 18U National Champions
- Website: Team Website
Traction Canes

Baton Rouge, LA

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Traction Canes
- Location: Baton Rouge, LA
- Director: Brad Cresse
- Teams: 14 (7U-14U)
- Website: Team Website
Tri-State Arsenal

Mount Laurel, NJ

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Tri-State Arsenal
- Location: Mount Laurel, NJ
- Director: Justyn Carter
- Teams: 30 (9u-17u)
- Accolades: 750+ Commits & 125+ MLB Draft Picks since 2007
- Website: Team Website
"We are proud to be a Marucci Founders' Club member. It is an honor to be included among some of the most respected organizations in the country. We are excited to partner with such a great company, with even better people.”

Our Founders' Softball Teams

Marucci Patriots

Baton Rouge, LA

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Marucci Patriots
- Location: Baton Rouge, LA
- Director: Darrell Landry & Tim Brown
- Website: Team Website
Marucci Elite Texas

Houston, TX

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Marucci Elite Texas
- Location: Houston, TX
- Director: Chris Schultea
- Teams: 22 (8U-18U)
- Website: Team Website
"Since our inception in 2013, we not only chose the brand Marucci, but have been honored to wear the “M” with pride. With Marucci products and service being second to none, it has allowed us to grow our program with the confidence that we are providing our players with the best in the game. It is more than just a relationship, it is family. And that is something we at Marucci Elite Texas are extremely proud of. Simply put...it’s home."
Texas Elite

Dallas/Fort Worth, TX

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Texas Elite
- Location: Dallas/Fort Worth, Texas
- Director: J.D. Bancroft & Matt Wilkins
- Website: Team Website