Midwest expansion program
Who We Are
The Redbirds Organization is a development-first baseball and softball organization built on a foundation of faith, family, and standards of excellence. We teach the game the right way with purpose, discipline, and accountability, while developing young men and women of character, resilience, confidence, and leadership. Every athlete is coached, mentored, and held to a standard that prepares them not only for the next level of competition, but for life beyond the field. At our core, Redbirds is more than a team. We are united by faith, driven by excellence, and committed to developing athletes the right way.
About the Redbirds Organization
The Redbirds Organization is a nationally respected platform built around long-term player development, elite coaching, and strong organizational leadership. Through our Baseball and Softball Midwest expansion, we are bringing this model to Western Kentucky, allowing athletes to receive high-level development without leaving their local communities. Our goal is to create an environment where athletes can train, compete, and grow within a program that values development, accountability, and character.
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Why Western Kentucky
Chad Wright, Director of Baseball Operations and Owner of Wright Sports Academy, is committed to creating a clear pathway for local athletes through professional coaching, proven development systems, structured training environments, competitive tournament schedules, and strong mentorship and leadership. Our mission is to develop players, strengthen families, and build a culture of excellence throughout Western Kentucky.
KY / Midwest Baseball
Teams: 8U, 9U, 10U, 12U, 14U, 15U, 16U
Team Structure: 11 to 12 players per team, allowing for strong team depth, increased development opportunities, consistent playing time, and more individual instruction.
Player Investment: 8U $1,200 9U $1,400 10U $2,000 12U $2,000 14U $2,200 15U $2,400 16U $2,600
KY / Midwest Softball
Teams: 8U, 9U, 10U, 12U, 14U, 16U
Team Structure: 11 to 12 players per team, allowing for strong team depth, consistent opportunities, multi-position development, and individual coaching attention.
Player Investment: 8U $1,200 9U $1,400 10U $1,800 12U $2,000 14U $2,200 16U $2,400
The Details
Competition Schedule
Fall Season 2026: All teams 8U through 16U, 2 to 3 tournaments. Emphasis on player development, team chemistry, and preparing athletes for the primary competitive season.
Spring Season 2027: 8U through 12U teams, 8 to 9 tournaments. Focus on continued skill development and competitive game experience for youth teams.
Summer Season 2027: 13U through 16U teams, 5 to 6 tournaments. Designed to provide competitive opportunities for older athletes while balancing development, travel, and seasonal commitments.
Player Development Program
All Redbirds Midwest athletes participate in a 6 Week Player Development Program led by Chad Wright and his certified instructors. Development areas include hitting mechanics and approach, defensive fundamentals and positional development, throwing mechanics and arm care, baseball and softball IQ, competitive mindset and preparation, and leadership, accountability, and confidence building.
What's Included
Player Development: 6 Week Player Development Program, weekly indoor training at Wright Sports Academy, two weekly outdoor practices, position-specific development, baseball and softball IQ development, and competitive mindset training.
Competition: Full fall tournament schedule of 2 to 3 tournaments, full spring and summer tournament schedule of 5 to 9 tournaments, structured team practices, and competitive game schedule.
Facilities and Resources: Access to Wright Sports Academy facilities, professional indoor training environment, discounts at Wright Sports Academy, discounts through organization partners, and Wilson Team Store discounts.
Coaching and Leadership: Professional coaching and mentorship, development-focused instruction, character development, leadership development, and accountability-based culture.
Payment Plan
A $500 non-refundable commitment fee secures your athlete's roster spot and allows the organization to begin planning for uniforms, scheduling, tournament registrations, facility reservations, and team operations. The remaining balance is paid across September, October, November, February, and March, allowing families to spread costs throughout the year while ensuring organizational commitments can be fulfilled.
Sponsorship and Financial Support
Available opportunities include individual sponsorships, team sponsorships, business partnerships, community support programs, and tax-deductible donations. Each team will participate in at least one Team Banner Fundraiser during the season. 100% of net proceeds from sponsorships secured by your family will be credited directly to your player account balance. EIN available upon request.
Uniform Package
Uniforms are purchased separately from player fees. Uniform package cost is $400 to $450. The final cost may vary based on age division, sizing, package selections, and team-specific requirements. May include game jerseys, game pants, hat or visor, belt and socks, practice apparel, and organization-issued apparel and gear.
Player and Family Expectations
Players are expected to compete with effort, be coachable, show respect, demonstrate accountability, communicate effectively, and represent Redbirds with character.
Families are expected to support players and coaches positively, follow communication channels, respect organizational structure, and represent Redbirds professionally.
What Makes Redbirds Different
Faith-based foundation, one organization and one standard, year-round development, professional coordinators, recruiting education, social media exposure, leadership development, Wright Sports Academy training environment, and long-term athlete development.
Development Pathway
7U through 12U Regional Teams, advancing to 13U through 18U Southeast Teams, advancing to National Team Opportunities.
Contact Information
Chad Wright
Director of Baseball Operations
Phone: (270) 217-2963
Website: redbirdsbaseballclub.com
Faith. Family. Development. Excellence. One Organization. One Standard.