FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 

 

PHILADELPHIA -– The Philadelphia Baseball Review and the Philly Select Baseball League proudly announce an exclusive partnership poised to redefine the landscape of amateur baseball coverage across the greater Philadelphia area. 

 

Established in 2023, the Philly Select Baseball League is set to inaugurate its first season this year with a dedicated focus on providing a competitive platform for rising high school seniors and current college players. Featuring several youth divisions, including 13u, 14u, and 15-16u, alongside a robust five-team college division structure, the league is primed to become a cornerstone of the local baseball community, fostering development and competition at every level. 

 

The Philadelphia Baseball Review, a longstanding beacon of excellence in baseball journalism, credentialed by Major League Baseball, has been a pillar of high school and college baseball coverage in Philadelphia for over a decade. 

 

With this landmark partnership, the Philadelphia Baseball Review assumes the exclusive mantle as the home for daily coverage, comprehensive game recaps, engaging features, and captivating podcast programming devoted to the Philly Select Baseball League. 

 

“This partnership marks an exciting milestone for both the Philadelphia Baseball Review and the Philly Select Baseball League,” exclaimed Patrick Gordon, Executive Editor at the Philadelphia Baseball Review. “We are eager to unite with the Philly Select Baseball League and enhance the coverage of amateur baseball in our region. Our shared vision is to enhance amateur baseball in Philly and this collaboration empowers our publication to spotlight the remarkable talent and narratives within Philly while providing meaningful baseball journalism.” 

 

Echoing Gordon’s sentiment, Andrew Lihotz, Regional Manager at EL1 sports and coordinator of the Philly Select Baseball League, expressed enthusiasm, stating, “Teaming up with the Philadelphia Baseball Review is a thrilling prospect for us as we endeavor to expand the league's reach. We aim to provide quality baseball around the region, with focus on the development and growth of the players and the game. The Philadelphia Baseball Review’s sterling reputation for baseball coverage and their dedication to nurturing the game’s growth align seamlessly with our mission. Together, we will illuminate the extraordinary talent and passion that defines amateur baseball in Philadelphia.” 

 

The partnership between the Philadelphia Baseball Review and the Philly Select Baseball League signifies a monumental stride toward amplifying amateur baseball coverage and fostering the development of budding talent across the greater Philadelphia area. 

 

For additional information about the Philadelphia Baseball Review and the Philly Select Baseball League, please visit www.philadelphiabaseballreview.com and www.phillyselectbaseball.com.

 

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Patrick Gordon - Executive Editor, Philadelphia Baseball Review 

 

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Andrew Lihotz - Mid-Atlantic Regional Manager, EL1 

Brian Klumpp - General Manager, EL1 facilities Huntingdon Valley & Feasterville 

Michael Gossner - PSCBL Coordinator 

Derek Bingham – League Director 

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