LABC World Games Details

The LABC World Games, formerly known as the Santo Domingo Diamond Classic, has been held in the Dominican Republic for the past 30 years. Attracting national teams from Latin America, Big League Edge has held the sole USA bid into this event for the past 10 years. BLE forms its 9-18U LABC World Teams through 40+ national tryouts that see over 4000 athletes nationwide.

TOURNAMENT OVERVIEW

Introducing the most prestigious international baseball event for youth baseball

LABC Overview

  • Held in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic for 30+ yrs.
  • The biggest baseball tournament of Latin America. Country bids only.
  • Teams represent their Nation and play all year long to qualify.
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    9U - 18U age divisions yield 10-12 qualifying teams per age division.

LABC Details

  • Held July 31 - Aug 6, 2019. 5 game guarantee.
  • Seeding rounds, followed by medal or consolation brackets.
  • Games played at MLB omplex fields and private clubs.
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    International baseball tournament rules apply. Age cutoff is June 1 of competing year.

International Pride

  • Over 350 athletes, travelers, and staffing attend in USA delegation.
  • Not just about baseball. Compete and represent your nation.
  • Attend opening and closing ceremonies, banquets, tours, and events during trip.
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    Play with top players from all across the United States.

What they are saying...

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The LABC is the biggest event of the summer, as it provides athletes with a World Baseball Classic atmosphere second to none.

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Jim Parque

MLB pitcher and Teams Dir.

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The athletes that compete for the United States are getting to do something extremely special - represent their country on the field. 

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Sean Taunt

NCAA baseball coach

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I went to the LABC as a young baseball player and there is no question that experience had a lasting impression upon my career.

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Jordan Cowan

Seattle Mariners

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The competition is extreme. The humanitarian experience is humbling. And the transformation I saw in my players was exceptional. I would recommend this opportunity to anyone.

Luis Villerreal - Former pro, HS coach, & Dir. of Texas Pro United

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This event combines everything into one week of life changing experiences for parents, athletes, and coaches. I cannot think of a better tournament to play in.

Rainel Caranto - HS coach, NCAA recruiter, and Director of ASAP Baseball

REPRESENT YOUR NATION.

Compete for the United States in the LABC World Games

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