Forge Baseball Academy – Elite Training & Player Development

ELITE BASEBALL Development

Forge Baseball Academy is the ultimate destination for Baseball Development in Kansas City.

We deliver a clear pathway to higher-level baseball instruction

ACADEMY IMPACT

PROVEN RESULTS

"Such an amazing program. My son was in the program for several years and learned how to excel as well as many amazing life lessons. Shawn, Todd, and the staff always taught the players to act as good sports, and how to compete. These lessons have followed my son well into Physical Therapy School."

Jackie D.

The coaches pushed me harder than I thought possible. I just committed to my dream D1 school thanks to this academy.

JAKE S.

D1 COMMIT / PITCHER

This isn't just a team; it's a culture of grinding every single day. You won't find this level of intensity anywhere else.

SARAH T.

15U PARENT

ELITE TRAINING PROGRAMS

Team DEVELOPMENT

Learn elite level situational insights and baseball IQ. We instill the discipline required to compete at higher levels.

Team Development from 8u to 16u

Continued growth, Showcase, and More
In-club support and family atmosphere
High-Level of play for competitive players

MLB LEvel

Hitting & Pitching Instruction

1-on-1 and team access to Hitting & Pitching development that is accessed only here! Our goal is to develop players ready to face top-tier competition.

All Ages benefit from our exclusive coaching staff

Knowledge only experience can bring
Ability to communicate with players, because we've been there
Insights learned over 20+ years of combined Professional Experience!

Catching & Infield Specific clinics

Granular, specialized instruction for Catchers, and infielders to master the nuances of their role.

Developing Players | Role Specialists

Technique and transferable drills that develop proper positions
Game speed practical application
Pop-time reduction for catchers

BEHIND THE SCENES

EMBRACE THE Lifestyle

High Speed Action. Unrelenting intensity. Witness the culture of Forge Baseball Academy.

FORGE LEADERSHIP

CHAMPIONSHIP STAFF

Elite instruction from coaches who have lived the lifestyle. Our staff brings decades of collegiate and professional experience to the diamond.

Shawn Sedlacek

Owner/Director of pitching development

Shawn brings a wealth of professional experience and passion for player development to Forge Athletic. Drafted by the Kansas City Royals in the 14th round out of Iowa State University in 1998, he went on to make his MLB debut with the Royals in 2002, where he posted a 3-5 record across 16 appearances (primarily as a starter).

Over his professional career (1998-2005), Shawn started more than 200 games, pitched over 1,000 innings in the minors and independents, and earned All-Star honors in the Northwest League (1998), Texas League (2000), and Northern League (2005). He was also named Royals Minor League Player of the Year in 2001 by Baseball America.

After retiring from playing, Shawn dedicated himself to coaching and mentoring young athletes in the Kansas City area. He has provided professional baseball instruction to thousands of pitchers through his lessons program, producing multiple draft picks, Division I players, and college standouts.

Todd sears

owner/Director of Hitting development

Todd has established himself as one of the top hitting instructors in the area. He has a unique ability to break down the swing and help players become more efficient. His professional playing career has led him to work with, and learn from, some of the best hitting minds in baseball. This has allowed him to piece together a wide variety of concepts and drills, which are then tailored to each hitter. He has worked with and helped players of all ages and levels, and he can help you.

"My philosophy is simple! There is no right way to hit, but there are a lot of things that hitters need to do correctly to succeed! Simple and efficient hitting movements along with a simple mindset and approach can make hitting easier! Hitting is extremely hard, so give yourself the best chance to be successful"