IMG Academy International Classic

July 21, 2025 - July 27, 2025
Baseball

Add to Calendar 2025-07-21T12:00:00-04:00 2025-07-27T22:00:00-04:00 IMG Academy International Classic https://www.imgacademy.com/events/img-academy-international-classic 5650 Bollettieri Blvd., Bradenton, FL 34210

Event Overview

IMG Academy International Classic will host International teams from around the world to compete in a one-of-a-kind tournament. The 2025 International Classic will be hosted alongside the Prep Baseball Report’s Summer Championships featuring a 15U International versus United States bracket & world championship.

Participating teams will have the opportunity to be hosted on campus at IMG Academy with meal packages included. The event will also feature a Welcome Banquet & Dinner, skills competition, and showcase.

Location

5650 Bollettieri Blvd., Bradenton, FL 34210

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Venue

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Accommodations

Legacy Hotel

The Legacy Hotel at IMG Academy is the ultimate stay-to-play accommodation for IMG Academy events. Participants and spectators will enjoy a modern suite of luxury amenities at this lifestyle, boutique hotel - all within walking distance from the IMG Academy campus. Recover in our 24-hour fitness center or by our resort-style pool, connect over a meal at Icon Eatery & Bar, Icon Loft, or in-room dining.

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Stay-to-Play Information

The 2025 International Classic is considered Stay-to-Play, meaning participants & teams will stay on the IMG Academy Campus via the Ascender North Dorm & Legacy Hotel. Accommodations must be booked through IMG Academy to remain eligible for competition.

Players & participants will be eligible to stay in the North Ascender dorm located on the IMG Academy West Campus. Player boarding options include meal plans for breakfast, lunch, and dinner throughout their stay in the IMG Academy Campus Center. Coaches are eligible to stay at the Legacy Hotel. The Legacy Hotel at IMG Academy offers convenience and luxury as the official hotel of IMG Academy Events.

Family, guest, and spectator accommodations are available through the Legacy Hotel and partner hotels via Anthony Travel. The Legacy Hotel and our partner hotels offer discounted rates that would otherwise not be available.

Stay-to-Play Options

All Stay-to-Play packages assumes quad occupancy in the Ascender North Dorm, includes breakfast, lunch, and dinner for boarders all days, the Welcome Banquet & dinner, and (2) 90-minute on-field practice sessions.

  • Monday, July 21st – Monday, July 28th
    • Cost per player: $1,149.00 (Based off 15 players per team)
  • Wednesday, July 23rd – Monday, July 28th
    • Cost per player: $849.00 (Based off 15 players per team)
  • Thursday, July 24th – July 27th*
    • *Event Only
    • Cost per player: $549.00 (Based off 15 players per team)

Competition Format

Boys 15U teams (International & Domestic) will compete over 4 days at IMG Academy. Pool games will be played Thursday – Saturday (Teams in the event MUST be able to play Thursday morning). Semi-Finals & Finals will be played on Sunday. Top 4 Teams from each Prelim. Pool will advance. Game schedule may vary, weather pending.

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Registration & Eligibility

15U team’s eligible to register for the IMG Academy International Classic can be accepted throughout the year leading up to the tournament. Coaches will be notified by email the status of team acceptance via IMG Academy & PBR. Acceptance for the 2025 tournament will be distributed as needed leading up to the event.

Fees & Tickets

Tournament Participants Fee

PBR Tournament Team Entry Fee - $1,095 per team

Spectators

$25 Weekend Pass ($20 Discounted)

$10 Day Pass ($5 Discounted)

Discounted Pass Qualifications

Ages 7-12, Ages 65+, Military, Ages 6 & under are free.

*Gate fees are nonrefundable. IMGA & PBRT will do everything we can to play all scheduled games.

Parking

Free parking with admission. Parking map & passes will be available electronically upon tournament acceptance & via PBR Tournament info.

Competition Dates

Date Event
July 21 & 22 Practice Days
July 23 Practice, Skills Competition, Showcase, Welcome Banquet & Dinner
July 24 Day 1 of Competition (Pool Play)
July 25 Day 2 of Competition (Pool Play)
July 26 Day 3 of Competition (Pool & Play)
July 27 Day 4 of Competition (Semi-Finals & Finals)

Schedule

Check back soon for tournament schedule.

Important Links & Information

As the health and safety of athletes continues to be a priority within amateur baseball, the following Pitch Smart Compliance program has been developed to assist the public in identifying the organizations that have adopted Pitch Smart guidelines and principles. IMG Academy is a fully compliant Pitch Smart Organization The IMG Academy National Classic will adopt Pitch Smart guidelines and principles. View required rest recommendations by age.

Contact

Nick Dorazio

1-941-730-7927

[email protected]

Tim Yurmanovich

1-941-526-9418

[email protected]

ACCOMMODATIONS & TRAVEL

Airport Transportation

IMG Academy offers drop-off and pickup services for all local Florida airports. Teams and players can schedule arranged transportation through Travel and Planning on IMG Academy’s website.

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Local Airports

Sarasota/Bradenton Florida is conveniently located in central Florida and located near many large international airports. Make sure to book travel through one of these local airports.

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Retail

Visit the Official Online Store of IMG Academy at shopimg.com, your IMG Academy branded gear headquarters. On campus shopping also available in the IMG Academy Campus Center’s bookstore.

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