DITR (Diamonds in the Rough) empowers African youth through baseball by providing training, equipment, and mentorship—helping them grow as athletes and individuals, on and off the field.
Diamond in the Rough is a nonprofit working to grow baseball across Africa — not just as a sport, but as a pathway to leadership, education, and global connection.
We provide gear, coaching, field development, and exposure to help young players rise — on and off the field.
Skill-building sessions led by experienced coaches to boost performance, confidence, teamwork.
Give young talents the spotlight they deserve — scouts, coaches, and fans welcome.
Unite the community to support great causes — combining love for baseball with acts of kindness.
Share your expertise — sessions designed for coaches who want to train and guide students in fitness, recovery, and performance.
A day of friendly baseball matches, food, fun, and fan engagement for all ages.
A dynamic challenge where strength meets control — push your limits and master every move.
We’re more than a nonprofit. We’re a movement — dedicated to giving youth in Africa the tools, mentorship, and global opportunities to thrive through baseball.
We identify and support passionate young players from underserved communities and help them reach their full potential on and off the field.
We don’t just play the game — we invest in infrastructure, developing safe, accessible fields for training and community bonding.
Through coaching and leadership programs, we equip youth with life skills, education, and confidence for a brighter tomorrow.
Founder of Diamond in the Rough
Founder of Diamond in the Rough
15+ years as a pro pitcher in 10+ countries and BBJO adviser.
Olympian (Team Israel, 2021, Tokyo, Japan)
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Our overall rating is 4.9 out of 5 stars from over 800 happy players, parents, and supporters
Baseball Across Africa is a youth sports initiative that provides baseball training, education, and life skills programs to communities across the African continent.
Our programs are open to boys and girls aged 8 to 18 who are passionate about learning and playing baseball.
Most of our youth training camps and workshops are offered free of charge, thanks to our generous donors and partners. Some advanced programs may have a small registration fee.
We currently operate in multiple African countries, including Kenya, Uganda, Nigeria, and Ghana — and we’re expanding every year.
You can fill out our registration form on the “Get Involved” page or contact us directly via the Contact Us section.
You can become a volunteer, coach, or donor by visiting the “Support Us” section. We welcome individuals and organizations who want to uplift youth through sports.
DITR (Diamonds in the Rough) empowers African youth through baseball by providing training, equipment, and mentorship—helping them grow as athletes and individuals, on and off the field.
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Since joining Baseball Across Africa, my son's discipline and confidence have grown incredibly. The coaches are not just trainers — they’re mentors.
— James Franco Parent of a Young Athlete