Ambassador Network

MLB & Former MLB Ambassadors

Tyson Ross

Power sinker MLB pitcher and All-Star caliber starter across multiple Major League teams.

Jeremy Guthrie

World Series champion pitcher and MLB veteran known for leadership and international baseball advocacy.

Gift Ngoepe

First African-born MLB player, pioneering global pathways for African baseball talent.

Zach Day

Former MLB pitcher with years of professional experience mentoring the next generation of players.

Jake Fishman

MLB pitcher and PitchLab founder focused on pitching innovation and athlete development.

Kyle Farnsworth

15-year MLB veteran reliever known for power pitching and elite durability.

Ryan Lavarnway

World Series champion catcher and Team Israel star with extensive MLB and international experience.

Professional Players

Alex Katz

Professional pitcher and Team Israel representative with extensive international competition experience

Art Charles

Power-hitting professional first baseman with success across international baseball leagues.

Johnnie LaRossa

Power sinker MLB pitcher and All-Star caliber starter across multiple Major League teams.

African Player Ambassadors

David Matoma

Ugandan right-handed pitcher chasing a path to the Majors.

Joseph Deng

South Sudanese pitcher and historic MLB signee representing a new generation.

Fred Kyazze

Ugandan pitcher building the game’s future through international competition.

Dennis Kasumba

Ugandan catcher whose journey has made him one of the game’s most inspiring stories.

Youth & Development Leaders

George Carroll

Catching and hitting coach focused on player development in Tampa.

Jason Ferber

Youth baseball coach known for elite instruction and player development.

Justin Sherman

Play Ball ambassador building youth confidence through baseball and softball.

Performance & Pitching

Seth Lintz

Pitching performance coach and former pro arm focused on velo development.

Cole Newell

Pitching advisor helping athletes improve through data-driven mechanics and changeups.

Dean Jackson

Pitching developer blending biomechanics, training, and post-injury throwing.

Media & Awareness

Max Mannis

Baseball content creator and analyst spotlighting the game through sharp commentary and storytelling.

Brooke (Brooke Knows Ball)

Creator and baseball storyteller sharing sharp takes, humor, and deep appreciation for the game.

Brandon Crosby

Baseball content creator blending player experience with entertainment and digital storytelling.

Innovating Baseball’s Future

Jake Fishman
Founder, PitchLab

Former MLB pitcher and PitchLab founder building phone-based pitch tracking.

Mikey Miranda
The Baseball Club

Founder of The Baseball Club, helping grow the game through community and brand building.