Impact Baseball KEY STATS
Location: Western suburbs of Chicago
Founded: 2013
Structure: Classified as a 501(c)(3) by the IRS.
OUR MISSION
Train young men in baseball, life, and faith through practicing excellence on the field, serving others, and glorifying Jesus Christ in all things.
OUR STORY
Impact Baseball was started in response to the rapid growth of travel baseball and the unfortunately all-too-common “win-at-all-cost” philosophy and coaching style. We started the program to be different and to offer an alternative for families and players who want to maximize their baseball skill development in an environment that emphasizes faith and family values.
To that end we focus on the development of the COMPLETE BASEBALL PLAYER and are dedicated to helping our players reach their potential while preparing them to compete at their highest level. This means teaching our players the proper mental and physical approach to all facets of the game while keeping the game fun. At the same time, CHARACTER DEVELOPMENT and SPIRITUAL GROWTH are central to everything we do. As we stay true to our commitment to provide a quality baseball program while giving God the glory—win or lose—we will create a credible platform to share the saving grace of Jesus Christ.
OUR VALUES
BASEBALL
Don’t you realize that in a race everyone runs, but only one person gets the prize? So run to win!
1 Corinthians 9:24 (NLT)
At Impact we believe that a positive and encouraging environment is better for learning and being challenged to grow. All players are important to the overall team and bring unique value to be highlighted. We focus on teaching sound fundamentals and techniques, along with the current mental and strategic aspects of the game.
We play to win, but not at the sacrifice of good sportsmanship and respect for the game.
DISCIPLESHIP
But in your hearts honor Christ the Lord as holy, always being prepared to make a defense to anyone who asks you for a reason for the hope that is in you; yet do it with gentleness and respect.
1 Peter 3:15 (ESV)
Character development and spiritual growth are the foundation for everything we do on and off the field. We strive to create an environment where players can see and learn what it means to be a disciple of Christ wherever they are in their journey.
SERVICE
For even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many.
Mark 10:45 (NIV)
We believe that service is a fundamental aspect of character development in young men. Impact offers multiple opportunities for players and their families to serve and share the love of Christ within our local communities.