Dreaming of a summer that combines your love for softball with a life-changing adventure? Look no further. The Bohol Coconuts Baseball & Softball Club invites you to our Volunteer Abroad Program for an unforgettable experience on the stunning island of Bohol, Philippines. Here are the ten best reasons to pack your glove and join us.
1. Be a Pioneer & Leave a Lasting Legacy
You won’t just be a coach; you’ll be a pioneer. With a lack of advanced female softball coaching on the island, your expertise will lay the foundation for an entire generation of players. You’ll directly shape the future of the sport here, creating a legacy that lasts long after you leave.
2. Master Your Craft Through Teaching
There’s no better way to deepen your own understanding of softball than by teaching it. Breaking down pitching mechanics, hitting techniques, and defensive strategies for eager young athletes will refine your skills and give you a new perspective on the game you love.
3. Live in a Tropical Paradise
Your classroom is a postcard-perfect island. During your downtime, you’ll explore Bohol’s wonders—the iconic Chocolate Hills, the adorable Philippine Tarsiers, and the world-renowned white sand beaches of Panglao Island. This is the ultimate backdrop for a summer of growth.
4. An Unbeatable, All-Inclusive Value
For just $499 for a 14-day session, you receive accommodations, meals, uniforms, scheduled tours, and full program support. This isn’t a tourist trip; it’s an affordable, immersive cultural and coaching experience that provides incredible value.
5. Immerse Yourself in Authentic Filipino Culture
Move beyond being a tourist. You’ll be personally hosted by club owners Lerma and Merv Moore. Lerma, a local councilwoman, and Merv, an American coach, will welcome you into their home and community, offering a genuine, heartfelt cultural exchange.
6. Forge Powerful Global Connections
You’ll bond with your fellow volunteer coaches and create lifelong friendships with local players and families. You become part of our global “Coconuts” network, a community connected by sport and shared experience.
7. Focus on What Matters: Pitching
Our program strategically prioritizes developing elite pitchers. Your specialized knowledge in this critical area will be our young athletes’ greatest asset, putting them on a competitive path toward future scholarship opportunities.
8. Share the Adventure with a Teammate
We highly recommend applying with a friend or teammate. Sharing this journey makes it even more rewarding. You’ll have a built-in support system to collaborate on drills, explore the island, and create twice the memories.
9. Enhance Your Resume in an Extraordinary Way
This experience shouts initiative, leadership, cross-cultural communication, and adaptability. Future employers or university admissions committees will take note of your commitment to global service and mentorship through sport.
10. Discover a New Perspective on Life and Sport
The joy and gratitude of your players, the warmth of the community, and the beauty of simple island living will inspire you. You’ll return home not only a better coach but a more globally-minded and grateful individual.
Ready for Your Summer of Impact?
If these ten reasons have you imagining yourself on our diamond, we need you. The Bohol Coconuts Volunteer Abroad Program is accepting applications for our upcoming summer sessions.
Contact Lerma Moore today to apply and start your journey. Trade your ordinary summer for an extraordinary one. Teach, explore, and inspire in paradise.
