EL1 SPORTS
ABOUT US
WHAT WE DO
We provide expert instruction and a full suite of technology, registration & administrative solutions in the service of athletes, teams, organizations, leagues, tournaments, and events – primarily in baseball and softball.
We operate a unique business model founded in collaboration with those operating in the market, whether in direct competition or direct opposition. we create innovative partnerships, highlighting & resourcing market operators building the overall opportunities for athletes to participate. We come as allies, not adversaries.
Aaron Trolia
Founder & Executive Advisor
Jameel Cante
Co-Founder
Where we're from
EL1 Sports was born in 2010, when Aaron started working 1-1 lessons with kids in the neighborhood that turned into small groups on tennis courts and covered basketball courts in Tacoma, Washington — with a single belief: create a personalized relationship built on trust and sacrifice, establish an environment free from the fear of judgement that follows failure, finalized by delivering customized information to each individual athlete…the creation of R.E.I.
Founded by Aaron Trolia — a D1 athlete & Seattle Mariners prospect with 7 seasons of professional baseball —EL1 was built on the foundation of R.E.I. Relationship, Environment & Information & an innovative space and time facility model.
Aaron created a financial model, maximizing space and time while reducing the cost of entry for athletes to receive consistent instruction and training from men and women of influence, with customized attention to the individual.
This model would be recognized by the ownership group of the LA Dodgers after an introduction by Nomar Garciaparra (an early stage supporter & shareholder). Interest quickly grew and Elysian Park Ventures would step in as the partner, in a joint venture with AT Sports Inc, birthing Elysian One!
Aaron’s journey started in Tacoma, WA, in 2010, performing 1-1 lessons on outdoor covered basketball courts and tennis courts, and 2 years later, he built his first facility. The origional location is still going strong today! The men and women of influence we see today joined over time!
Our team includes internal support from the corporate leadership team, in facility operators, event operators and support staff. Our original team grew over time from the early stage additions of key contributors recognized as co-founders: Jameel Cante, Eric Eagon, Bryan Marquez, Shawna Wright & Faith Myers.
The mission hasn’t changed. Creating participation opportunities for all young people, crushing barriers through dynamic programming models and sponsors.
ATHLETES IMPACTED
ORGANIZATIONS SUPPORTED
MLB EVENTS
FACILITIES NATIONWIDE
WHAT WE BELIEVE
For Athletes
Our company was built by the driving belief, come one, come all and we will meet you where you are at.
Every young athlete deserves access to consistent training & development programs, training technology, on field game play, exposure and most important, access to men and women of influence supporting their journey.
For Organizations
We enter new markets as allies to support existing operators — not as adversaries to replace them. Training facilities, travel orgs, teams, rec & travel leagues, and event operators have the opportunity to implement resources. From business infrastructure set up & ops support, to MLB team and national partner access, EL1 provides access.
For Communities
Through our MLB partnership and customized programming models, we provide consistent and high quality instruction. We connect young athletes with training & devevlopment staff comprised of men and women of influence who have lived the game at the highest levels, We connect the athletes with "who" they dream about becoming! Our reach extends to every young person and their family within our circile of influence.
OUR
BRANDS
BRANDS
EL1 operates a family of distinct brands — each with its own identity, audience, and market. Together, they form one of the most comprehensive youth sports platforms in the country.
EL1 Baseball
Baseball
Professional baseball instruction from current and former college and pro players.
Dodgers Training Academy
Baseball
Pirates Training Center
Baseball & Softball
Mariners Training Center
Baseball & Softball
WHITE SOX TRAINING CENTER
Baseball & Softball
GUARDIANS TRAINING CENTER
Baseball & Softball
Softball University
Softball
RISE Football Academy
Football
FUTURES BASEBALL CLUB
Baseball
Professional instruction, team training, and competitive play at 30-40% less than traditional travel programs.
PREMIER SPORTS TOURNAMENTS
Baseball & Softball
QUICKBALL
Introduction to Baseball & Softball
OUR APPROACH:
R.E.I.
R.E.I.
EL1 SPORTS
Our Approach
THE R.E.I. PHILOSOPHY
01
RELATIONSHIP
02
ENVIRONMENT
Growth requires the right conditions. We design spaces — physical and emotional — where athletes feel safe to struggle, fail, and improve without judgment. When the environment is right, development follows.
03
INFORMATION
“Relationships are established through personalized discussions between athlete and mentor, trust is built between the instructor and player.
A judgement free environment creates confidence and a willingness to get uncomfortable in applying new information and techniques.
Our instructors, the men and women of influence, deliver tailored information direct to the individual player, who are now ready to be receive and apply the information.”
A judgement free environment creates confidence and a willingness to get uncomfortable in applying new information and techniques.
Our instructors, the men and women of influence, deliver tailored information direct to the individual player, who are now ready to be receive and apply the information.”
