503 Baseball History

Established in 1991, the focus at 503 Baseball and Softball academy has always been on the development of players of all ages, skill sets and aspirations.

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1991-2016
SUCCESS FROM THE START

In 1991, Gregg Ireland founded Metro Baseball Academy (MBA), offering players and families unique opportunities to compete nationwide. Over the years, MBA expanded, adding an indoor facility and attracting top-tier coaches. Following Gregg's passing in 2006, his son y took the reins, maintaining the Academy's success with community support. In 2010, he relocated MBA to Clackamas, overseeing operations, coaching, and instruction. In 2016, he passed the torch to 503 Baseball.

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OUR BEGINNIGS

The Oxygen Baseball Club is competitive baseball club, founded in October 1953 by player coach John Lee.

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AWARDS

This award recognizes the proffesional player with the highest percentage of overall improvement in all competitions.

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FIRST MEDALS

In April 1962, Oxygen Club hosted the largest baseball meet ever to be held at the college level or in the country.

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JUNIOR TEAM

Comprehensive training programmes began with our Junior Squads right through to Performance squads.

2017-2021
503 BASEBALL ACADEMY FOUNDED

503 Baseball Academy has prioritized player development across all ages and skill levels since its inception. Our tailored training programs cater to individual needs, whether for newcomers to the game or seasoned college and professional players. Our instructors utilize slow-motion and video analysis to pinpoint precise aspects of a player's swing or throwing mechanics. We firmly believe that any instructor who doesn't utilize video analysis is inefficient. The naked eye often overlooks critical details in mechanics. By dissecting videos and comparing them to professional players, we ensure players learn the proper sequencing for their swing or pitching technique.

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2022-NOW & BEYOND
WE ARE HERE FOR YOU

In 2022, we proudly added softball training and traveling teams to our academy. Our dedicated instructors support every player's success through game attendance, video analysis of swings and pitching, and mental game guidance to navigate pressure and adversity. We prioritize arm care, strength, and speed development to prepare players for high school and beyond. Collaborating closely with families, we provide tailored training aligned with each player's goals, ensuring they are well-equipped to excel. Our team is always available to answer questions about training, recruiting, showcases, or tryouts.

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FIND YOUR INSTRUCTORS

Bring to the table win-win survival strategies to ensure proactive domination. At the end of the day, going forward.

INSTRUCTORS

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SPECIALS

Above all Oxygen Club operated in a friendly fun filled environment where the focus was solely on all members.

SPECIALS

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NEW CLIENT REGISTRATION

From the start, Club’s members act in accordance with the Baseball Code Comprehensive of Conduct and Ethics.

NEW CLIENT REGISTRATION

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CONTACT US

The baseball programme consists of one 30 min. session per week and all children are grouped on best ability.