Listeners get something special here! We’re sharing a conversation Sandy had as a guest on the Buying Sandlot podcast, and they were kind enough to let us bring it to you because the discussion is so rich and informative.
In this episode, Sandy shares how he plans to build 30 youth baseball “super clubs” across the country by partnering with local leaders rather than buying them out. He breaks down why CURVE is betting on “train more, play local,” how capital and better operations can actually reduce travel and open doors for more families, and why the scholar-athlete is a national treasure.
Sandy also connects youth sports to education through his work with Nord Anglia Education, IMG Academy, and Prometric, sharing how verified testing, better coaching, and local academies can reshape player development, family life, and long-term opportunities for kids.
We hope you enjoy this conversation!
In this episode, you will hear:
- How CURVE Sports is building 30 youth baseball and softball super clubs across the U.S.
- Partnership model with club owners instead of traditional buyouts
- “Train more, play local” as an alternative to heavy travel and showcase culture
- The scholar athlete as a “national treasure” and the link between sports and education
- Lessons from Nord Anglia Education and IMG Academy applied to youth sports
- Using verified testing and data to measure development for players, parents, and college recruiters
- Making youth sports more sustainable for families through capital, coaching, and local academies
Resources from this Episode
Connect with Sandy Ogg:
Website: https://www.sandyontalent.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sandyogg/
X: https://twitter.com/SandyOnTalent
Instagram: @SandyOnTalent
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