Chips Baseball Italy Tour
Chips International Italy Baseball Experience / July 23-August 1, 2026
Chips International Italy Tour
The Chips International Italy Baseball Experience is a once-in-a-lifetime blend of elite baseball, global travel, and unforgettable fun. Led by Alex Hale (SwagNShades), players will compete against Italian clubs while exploring Rome, Florence, Milan, and Venice—learning the game and the world at the same time. This trip is designed to inspire confidence, curiosity, and love for the game through culture, competition, and connection.
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The Chips Baseball Italy Tour is not just a baseball trip—it’s a full international experience built around fun, education, and growth. Players will train and compete in a four-game international series against local Italian teams while immersing themselves in historic cities, world-class cuisine, and European culture. Each day balances baseball with unforgettable excursions, creating an environment where players learn life skills, global awareness, and teamwork alongside the game they love.
Leading the experience is Alex Hale, better known as SwagNShades—one of the most influential and recognizable voices in modern baseball development. Alex is known for his ability to connect with players, teach the game in an engaging and relatable way, and bring energy and confidence to every environment he’s in. His approach blends elite-level baseball knowledge with creativity, positivity, and fun, making this trip as inspiring as it is educational.
Every athlete on the tour receives a premium, all-inclusive gear package designed to match the significance of the experience. The package includes a full three-uniform set, sliding mitt, elbow guard, batting gloves, bat, and glove, with Wilson catcher’s gear provided for catchers. Several of these items will debut at the College World Series Home Run Derby, giving players exclusive access to top-level equipment while representing Chips Baseball on an international stage.
This trip is about more than wins and losses—it’s about expanding horizons, building confidence, and creating lifelong memories through baseball. From competing overseas to sharing meals with international teams and exploring historic landmarks, the Chips Italy Tour delivers a global baseball experience few players ever get the chance to live
Day 1, 24th July, 2026 – Welcome to Europe!
• Arrival in Rome & meet your tour manager at the airport
• Free time to explore depending on arrival time
• Welcome Dinner at a local restaurant • Overnight in Rome area
o Private Bus
Day 2, 25th July, 2026 – Rome, GAME
• Guided Tour of Ancient Rome & the Colosseum
• First game of the Chips Baseball Academy series against a local team
• Dinner with the local team
• Overnight in Rome area
o Private bus
Day 3, 26th July, 2026 – Arezzo
Morning guided tour of the Vatican & St. Peter’s Basilica per availability
• Transfer to Arezzo (approx. ~3hrs travel time)
• Guided tour of a winery incl. wine tasting and antipasti
• Overnight in Florence area (e.g. Montecatini Terme)
o Private bus
Day 4, 27th July, 2026 – Pisa
Transfer to Pisa (approx. ~2hrs travel time)
• Free time to explore the famous leaning tower and historic Piazza “dei Miracolo“
• Second game of the Chips Baseball Academy series against a local team
• Dinner with the local team
• Overnight in Florence area
o Private bus
Day 5, 28th July, 2026 – Emilia Romagna
Transfer to Emilia Romagna (approx. ~2hrs travel time
• Third game of the Chips Baseball Academy series against a local team
• Dinner with the local team
• Overnight in Emilia Romagna area
o Private bus
Day 6, 29th July, 2026 – Cinque Terre, Milan
• Transfer to La Spezia (~approx. 2.5hrs travel time)
• Enjoy a scenic boat ride to Cinque Terre • Free time to explore
• Transfer to Milan (~approx. 3.5 hrs travel time)
• Dinner at a local restaurant or hotel
• Overnight in Milan area o Private bus
Day 7, 30th July, 2026 – Milan,
• Enjoy a guided city tour of Milan and visit the Castello Sforzesco in the morning
• Lunch and free time on your own
• Fourth game of the Chips Baseball Academy series against a local team
• Dinner with the local team
• Overnight in Milan area
o Private bus
Day 8, 31st July, 2026 – Venice
• Transfer to Venice (approx. ~3hrs travel time) • Explore Venice with a guided tour • Enjoy a relaxing Gondola ride • Optional visit to a Murano Glass Factory or take time to do some last-minute shopping • Overnight in Venice area o Private bus
Day 9, 1st August, 2026 – Venice
Breakfast at your hotel or breakfast boxes • Transfer to the airport for departure flight o Private bus
CHIPS BA ITALY 2026
Congratulations and welcome!
We’re excited to officially confirm that you are signed up for the Northern Light Sports / World Stage Travels Italy Baseball Tour in partnership with Chips Baseball Academy.
This summer, you’ll travel through Italy and experience baseball on a global stage—competing against local clubs, building lifelong connections, and immersing yourself in a rich baseball culture. You’ll be traveling alongside Alex Cole, who will help open the doors to international baseball experiences both on and off the field.
What to expect next:
A detailed itinerary and trip packet
Payment schedule and important deadlines
Travel preparation details (packing tips, uniforms, equipment, and documents)
Team and parent communication updates as we get closer to departure
Trip Highlights Include:
International games vs. Italian baseball clubs
Cultural excursions across historic Italian cities
Team dinners and cultural exchanges
Official tour support by Northern Light Sports & World Stage Travels
Wilson as the official supplier for the tour
If you have any questions in the meantime, don’t hesitate to reach out. We’re thrilled to have you join us and can’t wait to share this incredible journey.
Welcome to the adventure—and welcome to Italian baseball.
Go Chips! 🇮🇹⚾
Warm regards,
Tony Dress
Northern Light Sports | World Stage Travels
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