EPISODE · Nov 11, 2025 · 38 MIN
Italian Baseball and the IBAF, Chris Vaccaro, IABF Executive Trustee
from Baseball Outside the Box - Coaching Podcast · host Baseball Outside the Box
🎙️ Baseball Outside the Box Podcast Episodewith your host Peter Caliendo: Guest: Chris Vaccaro, IABFExecutive Trustee & Head of Communication plus U.S. Press Officer for FIBSFrom building baseball development to building futures — this episodecelebrates nearly 10 years of IABF's impact on the game globally. Host of the podcast PeterCaliendo dives into how the alliance between IABF and FIBS took shape, its goals of advancing youth development and upgrading facilities, and how it'sdelivering real impact:*Italian prospects signing MLB contracts*Italian players competing at the highest level — including in the WorldBaseball Classic*Exclusive training via the Francisco Cervelli - IABF Baseball Academy*A documentary coming soon: “Andiamo”, airing on Ciao USA TV NetworkThe IABF isn't just about competition — it’s about culture, community, andopportunity. Learn about their scholarship programs, fundraising events (thinkcigars, golf, and a star-studded awards dinner featuring Commissioner Rob Manfred — who, yes, is Italian American!), and the growing pride through Italian Heritage Nights hosted by more than 20 MLB teams.Hear how Lucio Taschin and his club in Rovigo helped two players sign with the Blue Jays and Mets, and explore how you can support or join the movement atwww.IABF.Foundation. Taga coach, player, or proud Italian who needs to hear this 🇮🇹⚾ #BaseballOutsideTheBox #IABF #ItalianBaseball#AndiamoDoc #WorldBaseballClassic #MLBItaly #CervelliAcademy#PeterCaliendoPodcast Yours for Better Baseball & SoftballCoaches WorldwideYour HostPeter M. CaliendoListen To the Best Baseball Experts In the GameOn My podcast. Subscribe to receive updates on new shows.https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/baseballoutsidtheboxAlso, on You Tube at Peter Caliendoand Baseball Blue Book, www.baseballbluebook.com
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🎙️ Baseball Outside the Box Podcast Episodewith your host Peter Caliendo: Guest: Chris Vaccaro, IABFExecutive Trustee & Head of Communication plus U.S. Press Officer for FIBSFrom building baseball development to building futures — this episodecelebrates nearly 10 years of IABF's impact on the game globally. Host of the podcast PeterCaliendo dives into how the alliance between IABF and FIBS took shape, its goals of advancing youth development and upgrading facilities, and how it'sdelivering real impact:*Italian prospects signing MLB contracts*Italian players competing at the highest level — including in the WorldBaseball Classic*Exclusive training via the Francisco Cervelli - IABF Baseball Academy*A documentary coming soon: “Andiamo”, airing on Ciao USA TV NetworkThe IABF isn't just about competition — it’s about culture, community, andopportunity. Learn about their scholarship programs, fundraising events (thinkcigars, golf, and a star-studded awards dinner featuring Commissioner Rob Manfred — who, yes, is Italian American!), and the growing pride through Italian Heritage Nights hosted by more than 20 MLB teams.Hear how Lucio Taschin and his club in Rovigo helped two players sign with the Blue Jays and Mets, and explore how you can support or join the movement atwww.IABF.Foundation. Taga coach, player, or proud Italian who needs to hear this 🇮🇹⚾ #BaseballOutsideTheBox #IABF #ItalianBaseball#AndiamoDoc #WorldBaseballClassic #MLBItaly #CervelliAcademy#PeterCaliendoPodcast Yours for Better Baseball & SoftballCoaches WorldwideYour HostPeter M. CaliendoListen To the Best Baseball Experts In the GameOn My podcast. Subscribe to receive updates on new shows.https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/baseballoutsidtheboxAlso, on You Tube at Peter Caliendoand Baseball Blue Book, www.baseballbluebook.com
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