Gulls 19U Prep Team
Introducing the Gulls 19U Prep Team, a premier college prep baseball program created in 2024 in partnership between the Sylvan Lake Gulls and the St. Joseph High School Baseball Academy. Our program is designed to push athletes to their full potential, providing top-tier competition and development to prepare them for the next level in their baseball careers.
What is the Gulls 19U Prep Team?
The Gulls 19U Prep Team is an elite baseball team that competes in 50-60 games between April and July, facing off against top-tier academies from across Western Canada and the U.S. Our players will have the chance to participate in 6-7 tournaments held across Alberta, British Columbia, and Washington, USA. This is more than just a competitive team; it’s a full development experience that balances high-level competition, skill building, and exposure to college recruiters and scouts.
Home at Gulls Field
Our players will call Gulls Field home, playing around 20 home games throughout the season in Sylvan Lake, Alberta. Off the field, training continues year-round with indoor practices at the St. Joseph High School Academy Fieldhouse.
Additionally, Gulls Prep players will have unique opportunities to affiliate with the Sylvan Lake Gulls during their WCBL season, allowing them to gain even more experience in a professional-level environment.
Meet the Coaching Staff
We’re proud to introduce our dedicated coaching team, bringing years of experience and passion to help each player succeed:
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- Head Coach: Josh Zanolli
- Pitching Coach: Tyler McWillie
- Assistant Coach: Desmond Bouteiller
- Assistant Coach/Strength & Conditioning: Ben Prediger
Tryout Information
- Dates: Friday, October 25 & Saturday, October 26, 2024
- Location: St. Joseph High School Fieldhouse
- Tryout Fee: $100 (includes 2 guaranteed sessions)
- Eligibility: Open to all players 19 and under (no requirement to attend St. Joseph Academy)
Season Details & Cost
The cost for the 2025 season is $5,000 per player, which covers coaches’ salaries, tournament fees, umpire fees, equipment, and apparel. Travel costs for tournaments are not included.
We understand this is a significant investment therefore to help offset costs there will be multiple fundraising opportunities throughout the year for players and their families.
Register Now!
Ready to take the next step in your baseball journey? Register for tryouts today by following this link: Register Here (Registration deadline is Wednesday, October 23, 2024)
If you have any questions, feel free to contact our program leads:
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- Scott Murray: scott.murray@rdcrs.ca
- Gary Gylander: gary.gylander@rdcrs.ca
- Jason Chatwood: jason@sylvanlakegulls.com
We’re excited for the inaugural season of Gulls Prep and can’t wait to see the incredible talent that will join us. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to train, compete, and grow with some of the best players in Western Canada!