NWBCA Convention

Celebrate Division I baseball at the inaugural NWBCA College Classic, presented by the Ridgefield Raptors! All active members who attended the 2026 NWBCA convention can redeem their FREE tickets by emailing tickets@ridgefieldraptors.com. Need tickets? 🎟️ ow.ly/uae350Ywyug

Thank you to all our attendees, presenters, vendors, and sponsors for making this weekend possible and helping create such a valuable experience for everyone involved. We can’t wait to see you next at the 2027 NWBCA Convention! ⚾

Wrapping up the 2026 NWBCA Convention with former big leaguer and current head coach at Milwaukie High School, Brian Grant. His presentation helps youth coaches “build the pitching foundation”.

@DrivlineBB Director of Youth Baseball, Deven Morgan is back at the NWBCA Convention for our Sunday Youth Clinic! Today, he’s talking about developing the young hitters of tomorrow.

West Linn Skipper Joe Monahan is next up on the main stage talking about leadership in the dugout and in the community.

Calling Marty Hunter and Randy Rutschman to the podium 📣 The two former George Fox coaches teach you the importance of slowing down the game for youth players.

Coach Dennis Rogers leads us off on day 3 of the NWBCA Convention! Hear from the ABCA Hall of Famer as he shares his insight on infielder skill development with an interactive demonstration.

Wrapping up the 2026 NWBCA Convention with our Youth Clinic presented by the Seattle Mariners 💪

Wrapping up day 2 with a two-time national champion 🏆 Now speaking is @BeaverBaseball Pat Casey Head Baseball Coach, Mitch Canham! With over 26 players drafted in the last 4 years, this is a must-see presentation on player development.

Pendleton High School Head Coach Justin Speer is at the podium sharing his insights on player accountability. Don’t miss this exciting presentation by the OSAA 4A state champion!

Up next: come learn about the "Little Things That Win” from @ZagBaseball newest assistant coach, Ed Knaggs.

Back to the mainstage: Lake Washington Head Coach Derek Bingham is ready to talk about “In-Game Management and Accountability”.

Congratulations to the coaches recognized during our Walk of Champions Luncheon, presented by the WCL. Jerry Gato Merit Award: Dave Gunderson Les Schwab Ethic Award: Bryan Swygart Safeway and Albertson’s Valor in the Community Award: Kyle Swoboda

Taking the main stage now is Rolando Garza, a pitching coach in the Arizona Diamondback organization. With decades of experience developing young arms, you won’t want to miss his presentation that explores pitching fundamentals and what drives long-term success on the mound.

Now speaking:Texas Rangers Bridge to Performance Coach, David Franco. He’s diving into “bridging the gap between potential and performance.”

Come learn from @UW_Baseball newest recruiting coordinator Justin Jacobs. His presentation dives into blending old-school catching with new and exciting techniques and technology.

@SMUSaints_BB Head Coach Jacob Garsez kicks off day 2! Join us in the Mt. Hood room for his presentation on Prepping the High School Athlete for College Athletics!

We've got a star-studded lineup of speakers slated planned for day ✌️ of the NWBCA Convention. Get ready for breakout sessions, award ceremonies, and other opportunities to learn, network, and share with some of the best in the PNW!

Tacoma Community College Head Coach Ian Sanderson is closing out day one of the NWBCA Convention! His presentation outlines the roadmap for long-term pitcher growth - a must listen for all coaches developing arms at any level!

Taking the main stage now is 2026 OSAA 6A State Champion coach John Barnes from Sunset High School! Coach Barnes will be presenting on “Controlling the Controllables - a Recipe for Success”