By Merv Moore
Sports Director & Head Baseball Coach
For decades, the global baseball talent pipeline has been dominated by a few key regions – the structured systems of the United States and Japan, and the prolific academy-driven model of the Dominican Republic. But what if the next goldmine of baseball talent isn’t in a new state or province, but on a cluster of tropical islands already pulsing with athletic passion and untapped potential?
Welcome to the future of player development. The Bohol Coconuts Baseball & Softball Club is spearheading a revolution, democratizing the elite academy model that has made the Dominican Republic a powerhouse.
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Inspired by MLB’s successful Dominican academies, we are slashing the barrier to entry for baseball fanatics worldwide. The franchise fee for your own Tropical Island Baseball Academy has been reduced to just $1,500.
The Philippine Promise: The Next Dominican Republic?
Look at the map. The Philippines shares the Dominican Republic’s key advantages – a year-round warm climate perfect for baseball, a deep-seated passion for team sports, and a population of athletic, coachable youth with a fierce competitive spirit.
Yet, while the Dominican Republic produces over 20% of MLB players, the Philippines remains the world’s last great untapped baseball market.
Filipino teenagers possess the same raw potential, hand-eye coordination, and work ethic as their Dominican counterparts. What has been missing is the infrastructure and the proven academy system to develop them.
No longer. We are transplanting the MLB’s Dominican blueprint to the fertile ground of Bohol, creating a year-round development ecosystem designed to compete toe-to-toe with prospects from the U.S., Japan, and the Caribbean.
Build Your Own Farm System: The Academy Model
This is not a simple summer camp. Each Tropical Island Baseball Academy is a comprehensive, seven-tiered player development factory:
- Rookie (ages 4-5)
- Single-A (ages 6-7)
- Double-A (ages 8-9)
- Triple-A (ages 10-11)
- Juniors (ages 12-13)
- Seniors (14-18)
- Adult League (16-29)
As an academy owner, you are building a true farm system. You will identify raw talent at the Rookie level and nurture them through a proven curriculum, with the ultimate goal of producing legitimate minor league prospects for MLB and NPB (Nippon Professional Baseball) clubs.
The Financials: Low Entry, Smart Investment
The $1,500 franchise fee is your key to the kingdom. However, responsible ownership requires budgeting for annual operational costs, which typically range from $2,000 to $10,000 depending on your level of ambition and local partnerships. This covers:
- Full-time or Part-time coach stipends
- Field maintenance, equipment, and uniforms
- GameDay travel within our efficient Bohol league structure
- Administrative support (team snacks, printing, etc.)
The revenue potential, however, is significant. Academy owners cultivate multiple streams:
- Local & International Business Sponsorships
- Player Membership Fees
- Community Partnerships
- Team Merchandise Sales
Live the Dream, Remotely or Locally
This is your chance to be a pioneer. You can build and manage your club remotely, visiting your tropical island paradise once or twice a year to meet your prospects and oversee operations.
For the ultimate adventure, you can relocate to Bohol permanently and immerse yourself in the daily life of your academy. The model is designed for flexibility.
The dream of owning a world-class baseball academy—of scouting, signing, and developing your own players—has always been reserved for the ultra-wealthy or major league organizations. No more.
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The forgotten prospects aren’t in the past; they’re in the Philippines, waiting for you to find them. This is more than an investment; it’s a legacy. It’s your chance to claim a piece of the next great baseball frontier and build a winning farm system under the sun.
Are you ready to plant your flag? The next Vlad Guerrero Jr. or Shohei Ohtani might just be a kid from Bohol, waiting for his shot. Will you be the one to give it to him?
Explore the franchise opportunity and join the revolution at Bohol Coconuts Baseball.
