JANUARY 22–24, 2027 / DARTMOUTH, NOVA SCOTIA

PRESENTERS

Learn From Some of Baseball’s Most Respected Voices

The East Coast Baseball Summit is proud to bring together an outstanding lineup of professional players, national team coaches, player development leaders, and baseball educators.

Through a combination of conference presentations, panel discussions, community engagement opportunities, and special events, attendees will have the opportunity to learn directly from individuals who have competed, coached, instructed, and developed athletes at some of the highest levels of the game.

The Summit’s instructional team combines national and international experience with a strong Atlantic Canadian connection, creating a unique opportunity for attendees to learn from respected leaders who understand both the game and the communities we serve.

Featured Special Guest Instructors

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SPECIAL GUEST INSTRUCTOR

Matt Stairs

Former MLB Player | World Series Champion | MLB Hitting Coach | Technical Director, Fredericton Royals | Head of High Performance, Triple Crown Baseball Academy

One of the most accomplished figures in Canadian baseball history, Matt Stairs enjoyed a remarkable 19-year Major League career, won a World Series Championship with the Philadelphia Phillies, and is a member of the Canadian Baseball Hall of Fame.

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SPECIAL GUEST INSTRUCTOR

Anthony Pluta

Baseball Canada Women’s National Team Coach | Former Professional Pitcher

Anthony Pluta is recognized as one of Canada’s leading pitching instructors and coach developers, combining professional playing experience with national team coaching expertise.

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SPECIAL GUEST INSTRUCTOR

Les McTavish

Director of Baseball Operations, Vauxhall Academy | Former Baseball Canada Junior National Team Coach

For more than two decades, Les McTavish has been one of Canada’s most influential player development leaders and has helped guide hundreds of athletes toward collegiate, national team, and professional opportunities.

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SPECIAL GUEST INSTRUCTOR

Mike Reeves

Team Canada | Former Toronto Blue Jays Prospect | Catching Instructor

Mike Reeves combines NCAA Division I, Team Canada, and professional baseball experience and is recognized as one of Atlantic Canada’s premier catching instructors.

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SPECIAL GUEST INSTRUCTOR

Ty Doucette

Cincinnati Reds Prospect | Baseball Canada Junior National Team

A Dartmouth native and Cincinnati Reds prospect, Ty Doucette’s journey from Nova Scotia baseball to professional baseball continues to inspire athletes throughout the region.

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SPECIAL GUEST INSTRUCTOR

Andrew Case

Former Toronto Blue Jays Prospect | Team Canada Pitcher | Founder, Case Performance

Andrew Case advanced through the Toronto Blue Jays organization, represented Team Canada internationally, and now leads one of New Brunswick’s premier player development organizations.

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Local High Performance Instructors

Atlantic Canada has produced an exceptional collection of coaches, mentors, and player development leaders. Our Local High Performance Instructors have earned Hall of Fame recognition, Major League Baseball draft selections, NCAA Division I opportunities, professional playing experience, national championships, and leadership positions within Baseball Canada and high-performance baseball programs.

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LOCAL HIGH PERFORMANCE INSTRUCTOR

Bob Gillis

Cape Breton Sport Hall of Fame Member | Former Toronto Maple Leafs Player | National Championship Coach

More than five decades of excellence as a player, coach, mentor, and baseball leader.

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LOCAL HIGH PERFORMANCE INSTRUCTOR

Robert Gillis

Former NCAA Division I Athlete | Former Toronto Maple Leafs Player | Player Development Coach

Dedicated to helping athletes pursue higher levels of competition and personal excellence.

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LOCAL HIGH PERFORMANCE INSTRUCTOR

Darren Doucette

Former Professional Player | St. Louis Cardinals Draft Pick | High Performance Instructor

Respected coach and mentor with decades of experience in player development.

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LOCAL HIGH PERFORMANCE INSTRUCTOR

Joel Irvine

Educator | High Performance Coach | Former New York Yankees Draft Pick

One of Nova Scotia’s most respected baseball educators and instructors.

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LOCAL HIGH PERFORMANCE INSTRUCTOR

Ken Lenihan

Baseball Canada Coach Developer | MLB Scouting Bureau Scout | High Performance Coach

Widely respected for his contributions to coaching education, player development, and talent identification.

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LOCAL HIGH PERFORMANCE INSTRUCTOR

Trevor Wamback

Head Baseball Coach, King’s-Edgehill School | Former Montreal Expos Draft Pick | High Performance Coach

Leader in academic baseball and athlete development throughout Atlantic Canada.

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Learn From Experience

The East Coast Baseball Summit offers attendees the opportunity to learn from individuals who have experienced the game from many different perspectives, including:

  • Major League Baseball

  • Professional Baseball

  • Team Canada Programs

  • Baseball Canada Programs

  • NCAA Baseball

  • High Performance Athlete Development

  • Coach Development

  • Community Baseball Leadership

By bringing these perspectives together in one place, the Summit creates an exceptional learning environment for coaches, aspiring coaches, players, parents, and fans.

Register Today

Meet and learn from some of baseball’s most respected voices while connecting with coaches, athletes, parents, and baseball leaders from throughout Atlantic Canada.

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Bring your questions. Share your experience. Take something meaningful back to your field.

EAST COAST BASEBALL SUMMIT

Learning. Connection. A stronger game across Atlantic Canada.

January 22–24, 2027 • NSCC Ivany Campus • Dartmouth, Nova Scotia

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