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"At age 18, every child will take their first At-Bat in life. What will we put in their box score?"
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"At age 18, every child will take their first At-Bat in life. What will we put in their box score?"
The On Deck Foundation's Mission is to provide children of all fundamental levels and backgrounds the necessary skills and tools for life-long personal success through athletics.
After 22 years in Southern CA, ODF has expanded into it's second state, Texas. Youth Programs & Events are currently in the works for Montgomery County, Texas. We are in the process of identifying our most crucial needs at this time for the youth in your area. Free youth athletic testing events will give us invaluable information, leading to crucial future programming and partnerships.
HOW DO YOU EXPECT A+ GRADES WITH D- MATERIALS?
IDENTIFY, PROVIDE & SUPPORT
Please contact us with any questions.
Brett Pierce | 936.290.5246
All Donations are Tax Deductible. Federal EIN #52-2386057
Back in 2001, while working within the LA County Foster System, founding members of the On Deck Foundation saw a huge need in LA County to help provide foster and adopted youth with more resources. To help fill the gaps, the On Deck Foundation was formed in November of 2002. Throughout the years, the foundation has provided housing, prog
Back in 2001, while working within the LA County Foster System, founding members of the On Deck Foundation saw a huge need in LA County to help provide foster and adopted youth with more resources. To help fill the gaps, the On Deck Foundation was formed in November of 2002. Throughout the years, the foundation has provided housing, programs, clinics, unique experience's and connections for foster youth.
In 2022, we held our first clinic outside of California and decided to stay. We are excited of the new partnerships and opportunities for the youth of Montgomery County and surrounding communities.
Here in 2024, the needs extend outside the system walls and into our communities. On Deck's Programs, Staff & Donors have never been needed more.
In 2000, after seeing his first foster care facility, Founder Brett Pierce left professional baseball and got to work. Within the LA County Foster System, he has held multiple positions including childcare worker, instructional aid, mental health specialist and mental health coordinator. Since then, he has brought together Celebrities, Co
In 2000, after seeing his first foster care facility, Founder Brett Pierce left professional baseball and got to work. Within the LA County Foster System, he has held multiple positions including childcare worker, instructional aid, mental health specialist and mental health coordinator. Since then, he has brought together Celebrities, Community Figures, Corporations and like minded organizations in an effort to give hope where there was not. Our team of professionals and volunteers understand how important their role is. For some youth, the best part of their days are during On Deck Foundation's programming. We are always looking for help. If you are interested in volunteering, becoming an instructor, joining our Advisory Board and more, please click below.
Here in 2024, the needs now extend outside system walls and into our homes and communities. Our vision, is too level the playing field.
Today, experiences, private instructors, camps, clinics, leagues, tournaments, equipment, etc., have eliminated a huge percentage of our youth able to participate due to fees and costs. This is unacceptabl
Here in 2024, the needs now extend outside system walls and into our homes and communities. Our vision, is too level the playing field.
Today, experiences, private instructors, camps, clinics, leagues, tournaments, equipment, etc., have eliminated a huge percentage of our youth able to participate due to fees and costs. This is unacceptable. ODF hopes to identify and provide for this population within our communities.
Many children today lack the opportunity or confidence to engage in youth sports, resulting in a loss of fundamental athletic skills and missed opportunities for personal growth. Recognizing this issue, Phase Training was developed by a team of experienced professionals with over 30 years of combined expertise in sports, strength and conditioning, and mental health. The program aims to instill structure, direction, and confidence in participants, utilizing a holistic approach to physical and mental well-being.
Program Overview
Phase Training is a program designed to introduce, instruct, and test participants on fundamental athletic regimens essential for all sports and personal health. The program focuses on muscle awareness and development, proper training techniques, goal setting, and the importance of cooperation.
Program Components
1. Initial Assessment: Participants undergo an initial assessment including weight, measurements, and tests related to physical agility to establish a baseline for progress tracking.
2. Muscle Awareness and Development: Participants learn about major muscle groups, their functionality, and how to incorporate this knowledge into their daily physical well-being.
3. Circuit-Style Training: The middle of the program consists of circuit-style training, incorporating stretch and agility routines. This format keeps participants engaged and focused while providing a comprehensive workout.
4. Personal Goal Setting: Participants are encouraged to set personal goals and are tested for improvement throughout the program.
5. Cooperation: Emphasis is placed on the importance of cooperation and teamwork in achieving personal and group goals.
6. Mental Health Integration: Phase Training addresses mental health goals such as mood stability, attention problems, impulse control, and defiance through structured physical activity. Daily functioning skills such as social skill building, anger management, and self-esteem are also addressed.
Program Goals
Conclusion
Phase Training offers a structured and comprehensive approach to physical and mental well-being for youth. By focusing on fundamental athletic skills, personal development, and mental health integration, the program aims to empower participants with the confidence and skills needed for success both on and off the field.
Phase Training 2 (Phase 2) is more advanced and sport specific. Built off of knowledge gained through Phase Training 1, Phase 2 incorporates strength, conditioning and sport specific testing. Some testing we offer and is not limited to the following when available: Pitching, Catching, Infield and Outfield Release Speed, Hitting Exit Velocity, 60-yard Dash, Catcher's Pop Time, 40-yard Dash, etc.
Phase Training is a personal athletic program where youth learn testing techniques, muscle awareness, a stretch & agility routine and a training circuit they can do at home. All athletes are tested before and after showing improvements they made on their own! Phase Training II is more sport specific as athletes realize their talents.
We provide scholarships for youth to participate in all of On Deck's programs, events, clinics and unique opportunities. All current foster and adopted youth are always automatically scholar shipped. On Deck also provides financial aid for community opportunities like AYSO, Little League, Club Volleyball, Track teams, etc. How do you expect A+ grades with D- materials?
Today many youth have an advantage of getting professional lessons in their chosen sport or activity. Do to being rather expensive, unfortunately there are more who don't. To help level the playing field and give our youth the same advantages, On Deck has provided hundreds of pro lessons over the years free to our identified youth. Please help us continue this and make that a reality for more.
Unfortunately, too many times, youth in the foster system and youth in general, have things of importance taken away from them. One thing that we found is that if we could provide an experience, no one could ever take that away! Over the years our Advisory Board has provided opportunities to our youth that money could not buy. They have been front row at Angel and Dodger games, seen Ron Capps race his Napa Auto Parts Funny Car, met players at UCLA and USC and the list goes on. They still talk about those experiences till this day. We are excited to partner with the Greater Houston communities and offer experiences to youth only found in Texas! Please help us continue this for youth in your community!
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