• KISSIMMEE, FL •
BUILDING THE NEXT GENERATION
9U–13U COMPETITIVE BASEBALL
TRYOUTS NOW OPEN
Limited roster opportunities available by age group.
OUR MISSION
At Fortitude Elite Athletics, we put God first in all we do. Our mission is to build more than athletes. We strive to develop young men of integrity, character, and faith. Through the game of baseball, we teach discipline, perseverance, and teamwork while guiding our players to uphold strong morals and values. We are committed to shaping upstanding citizens who lead with courage, serve with humility, and make a lasting, positive impact in their communities.
Proverbs 22:6
"Train up a child in the way he should go; and when he is old, he will not depart from it."
OUR WHY
Why We Chose to Invest in Young Men
Fortitude Elite Athletics was not created on a whim. It was born from years of being parents, mentors, coaches, and members of a community deeply involved in boys' athletics.
As parents of boys ourselves, we have seen firsthand that young men need more than a place to play baseball. They need people who will invest in who they are becoming.
Our decision to focus on boys comes from a gap we have personally witnessed. There are many wonderful organizations and programs dedicated to supporting girls, women, families, and people facing unique challenges. We believe those organizations serve an important purpose. We also believe there is a need for intentional investment in young men before they reach a point of crisis.
Too many young men grow up without consistent male role models, mentorship, accountability, or guidance during the years when their character, identity, confidence, and understanding of responsibility are being shaped. We want Fortitude to be a place where young men can find those things.
Through baseball, we have an opportunity to reach boys at an age when they are still learning who they are and who they want to become. We use the game as a vehicle to teach lessons that reach far beyond the field: discipline, respect, boundaries, accountability, integrity, perseverance, responsibility, leadership, and how to treat others with honor.
Most importantly, we want our boys to understand that their worth is not measured by how many games they win, how talented they are, or how successful they become. We want them to know that God has a purpose for their lives and that true strength comes from character, humility, responsibility, and knowing when to stand firm and when to serve others.
We believe boys need men who are willing to show them what integrity looks like, challenge them when they are wrong, encourage them when they struggle, and remind them that becoming a good man is more important than becoming a great athlete.
Our hope is that the young men who come through Fortitude will eventually become the husbands, fathers, mentors, coaches, leaders, and community members who pour into the next generation.
We are not simply building baseball players.
We are investing in young men.
We are helping build the men our families and our community will need tomorrow.
And we believe that when we allow God to guide that work, what happens on the baseball field can have an impact far beyond it.
JOIN OUR TEAM
We are building our inaugural roster. Don't miss the opportunity to be part of a program that develops both the athlete and the individual.
Age Groups
Currently accepting registrations for 9U–13U age divisions.
Location
Practices are held in Kissimmee, Florida. Games and tournaments are held throughout Central Florida.
Schedule
Practices are held three days each week. Registered families receive the complete practice schedule, including batting sessions and skill development opportunities.
The Program
A competitive youth baseball program focused on faith, integrity, and elite athletic development.
OFFICIAL PARTNERS
What others are saying
"Deeply committed to developing the whole child"
Coach Pagán, along with his beautiful wife, Leira, served as my son’s coach for many years during his elementary school years. During that time, I had the privilege of witnessing firsthand the incredible impact Coach Pagán has had not only on my son but on countless young athletes in our community.
Coach Pagán is much more than a coach—he is a mentor, a role model, and a steady influence in the lives of the children he works with. His coaching philosophy extends far beyond teaching the fundamentals of baseball. He is deeply committed to developing the whole child—instilling values of teamwork, respect, perseverance, and good sportsmanship. His approach is rooted in faith and character, which creates a nurturing, positive, and uplifting environment for every player on his team.
What sets Coach Pagán apart is his genuine care for each child’s well-being. He takes the time to understand his players individually—their strengths, struggles, and unique personalities—and he uses that understanding to encourage them to grow not only as athletes but as confident and compassionate young people. My son’s confidence and love for the game grew immensely under his guidance, and I know many other families would say the same.
As Coach Pagán embarks on the exciting endeavor of starting a new youth baseball program, I can say with complete confidence that he will bring the same passion, integrity, and heart to this program that he has demonstrated throughout his years of coaching. He has a rare gift for connecting with kids and inspiring them to bring out their best—on and off the field.
If you are looking for a program for your family, seeking a positive, faith-based, and developmentally rich sports experience, see Coach Pagán. He is truly a blessing to our community.
~Tanuja Cruz
Uplifting young people through sports while also ministering the Word of God
I’ve known Egui and Leira for close to 30 years, and one thing that’s always stood out to me is their genuine love for people, especially the youth. They both have such big hearts and a true passion for Christ. As parents to four wonderful boys and foster parents to others they’ve loved and cared for as their own, they’ve consistently shown what it means to lead with compassion, faith, and integrity.
Their dedication to uplifting young people through sports while also ministering the Word of God is truly inspiring. I have no doubt that through their new venture, they’ll continue to make a lasting impact: mentoring, motivating, and guiding youth to reach their fullest potential both on and off the field.
Egui and Leira are exactly the kind of role models our community needs, and I wholeheartedly support the incredible work they’re doing.
~Tiffany Tejada
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