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Great Britain Baseball

Winter Training Cycle 2026-2028

1. Program Executive Overview

Great Britain Baseball is pleased to announce its Two-Year Winter High Performance Training Program spanning the 2026/27 and 2027/28 cycles. Hosted at The Alan Higgs Centre in Coventry, utilising the Indoor Dome and the Fitness Studio where applicable, the GB Program will bring together elite talent across five core strands: U12, U15 & U18, the Women’s National Team, and the Emerging Players Program.

Designed to deliver continuous development, strength & conditioning, situational execution, and live indoor reps throughout the winter, this initiative will assist our international readiness and competitive excellence ahead of upcoming European and global campaigns.

2. Venue & Facility Specifications

The entire schedule will take place under indoor conditions offering climate protection and excellent facilities, with the centre becoming our preferred central location for GB Winter cycles.

Facility DetailOfficial Specification
Venue NameThe Alan Higgs Centre
Full AddressAllard Way, Coventry, CV3 1HW, United Kingdom
Telephone Contact02476 308 244
Training EnvironmentsFull Indoor 3G Pitch • Fitness Studio

3. U18/U15/U12 National Team Program Schedule

Format: Three Hour Intensive Sessions • Time: Saturdays, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM • Location: Full Indoor Dome

Year 1 Block (2026–2027)

DateDay & ScheduleDesignated Facility Area
17th October 2026Saturday • 9:00 AM – 6:00 PMFull Indoor Pitch
14th November 2026Saturday • 9:00 AM – 6:00 PMFull Indoor Pitch
12th December 2026Saturday • 9:00 AM – 6:00 PMFull Indoor Pitch
16th January 2027Saturday • 9:00 AM – 6:00 PMFull Indoor Pitch
20th February 2027Saturday • 9:00 AM – 6:00 PMFull Indoor Pitch
27th March 2027Saturday • 9:00 AM – 6:00 PMFull Indoor Pitch

Year 2 Block (2027–2028)

DateDay & ScheduleDesignated Facility Area
16th October 2027Saturday • 9:00 AM – 6:00 PMFull Indoor Pitch
13th November 2027Saturday • 9:00 AM – 6:00 PMFull Indoor Pitch
11th December 2027Saturday • 9:00 AM – 6:00 PMFull Indoor Pitch
22nd January 2028Saturday • 9:00 AM – 6:00 PMFull Indoor Pitch
19th February 2028Saturday • 9:00 AM – 6:00 PMFull Indoor Pitch
18th March 2028Saturday • 9:00 AM – 6:00 PMFull Indoor Pitch

4. Women’s National Team Schedule

Format: Dual-Phase Training Sessions • Saturdays: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM (Fitness Studio) | 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM (Indoor Dome)

Year 1 Block (2026–2027)

DatePhase 1: Studio (Stretching/S&C)Phase 2: Indoor Dome (Fieldwork)
24th October 202612:00 PM – 1:00 PM1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
28th November 202612:00 PM – 1:00 PM1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
19th December 202612:00 PM – 1:00 PM1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
27th February 202712:00 PM – 1:00 PM1:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Year 2 Block (2027–2028)

DatePhase 1: Studio (Tactical/S&C)Phase 2: Indoor Dome (Fieldwork)
2nd October 202712:00 PM – 1:00 PM1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
6th November 202712:00 PM – 1:00 PM1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
4th December 202712:00 PM – 1:00 PM1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
8th January 202812:00 PM – 1:00 PM1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
5th February 202812:00 PM – 1:00 PM1:00 PM – 4:00 PM

5. Emerging Players Program Schedule

Format: High-Intensity Pathway Sessions • Time: Sundays, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM • Location: Indoor Dome

DateDay & TimeFacility Area
29th November 2026Sunday • 10:00 AM – 3:00 PMFull Indoor Pitch
21st March 2027Sunday • 10:00 AM – 3:00 PMFull Indoor Pitch

6. High Performance Expectations & Protocols

  • Punctuality & Arrival: Athletes must arrive ready at least 20 minutes prior to their designated scheduled start times for each group activation and mobility preparation.
  • Registration: This will take place in a temporary setting outside the entrance to the Indoor Dome.
  • Equipment Requirements: Full GB Baseball training apparel, trainers or turf shoes (no metal spikes allowed on indoor surfaces), personal protective gear, and dedicated hydration/nutrition.
  • Biomechanical Analysis: Sessions will likely feature high-speed movement evaluation, velocity tracking, and a swing mechanics review, where appropriate.
  • Attendance & Commitment: Full session attendance across the cycle is critical for UK based athletes for selection considerations to upcoming international tournaments. Overseas athletes must attend at least two sessions during the cycle for selection consideration.
  • Parental Control: Parents will not be permitted inside any training venue at any point other than very extenuating circumstances or where a fully protected viewing area is provided and insured by the venue only.