Empowering Future Baseball Stars Through Personalized Career Guidance

Since 2006, we’ve helped student-athletes and their families navigate the path to college baseball and beyond—with faith, strategy, and a proven record of success.

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we have a proven formula for success

Every drill, rep, and session is part of a system that works. We’ve taken years of baseball experience and

turned it into a training program that delivers real results.

  • Proven Success

We started helping young athletes in 2006 and we haven’t stopped since. We have decades of experience to offer our clients. We know how to get the job done. Our athletes never wonder if they are doing the right things because they have us in their corner every step of the way.

  • Let us help swing the odds in your favor!

Let’s be honest. Times have changed. With the transfer portal and NIL money it’s never been harder for a high school athlete to get to the next level. In fact, the statistics prove just how much the odds are stacked against you. If your goal is to play college baseball you need to know what you’re up against. 93% of high school athletes will not play college baseball. 98% will not play D1 College Baseball. So, should you just give up on this seemingly unattainable goal? Not at all. The solution is to become a client of theThe Ambassadors Group. We know how to swing the odds in your favor and we have the track record to prove it. Just read our testimonials and make the smart decision to become one of newest success stories.

  • Our Connections become your connections

With over two decades of working directly with college baseball recruiters we have the credibility to get you the exposure you need. In fact, we are in regular contact with over 500 college coaches and report regularly to every major league organization. But, it’s not just the number of coaches and organizations that matters. It’s the credibility we have with them. You see, college coaches rely heavily on trusted sources of information. Over the years we have made it our commitment to build these incredible relationships. As a client of The Ambassadors Group our connections become your connections. Our credibility becomes your credibility. Our resources become your resources.

  • Our services focus on your needs

We offer a comprehensive suite of services to help our clients, including skill development, nutrition, sports performance, mental training, promotion and exposure, travel baseball team placement, individual rankings, professional and accurate athletic evaluation and much more.

  • Our Mission

At The Ambassadors Group, we are passionate about providing our clients with cutting edges strategies that help them achieve their goals. We take pride in our ability to blend creativity and strategy to deliver results that exceed expectations. The days of “if you are good enough they will find you” are long gone. In today’s uber competitive environment you need The Ambassadors Group in your corner helping you get what you deserve. Remember, it’s not just about talent. Lots of talented players are falling well short of their goal because they didn’t have a solid plan and help to stand out in a crowded field.

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Why Trust The Ambassador Group?

Led by Coach Mark Helsel, a former MLB Associate Scout for the Dodgers and Marlins, The Ambassador Group brings over 20 years of proven experience in college placement and athlete development. With 500+ success stories, Coach Mark’s insight, leadership, and connections have helped young athletes across the country achieve their dream of playing at the next level.

As a faith-based organization, we focus on developing the whole athlete—physically, mentally, spiritually, academically, and socially. Our mission is grounded in Philippians 4:13: “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.” We don’t just guide athletes to scholarships—we prepare them for life with confidence, character, and purpose.

Mark Helsel, AKA Coach Mark.

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REAL PEOPLE, REAL SUCCESS STORIES

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Lynn Datres

Father of Kyle Datres, UNC

I am the parent of Kyle Datres. For 3 years, Kyle played for Mark Helsel and I had the pleasure to observe his interaction with his players, followers, and college coaches. In that time, I witnessed a true professional.

Mark was organized and calm in teaching the intricacies of college baseball, which enhanced each player's opportunity to be recognized. Many talented players opened the eyes of coaches who arrived with scholarship offers.

My son was just such a player. He played for Coach Mike Fox at the University of North Carolina, and subsequently was drafted by the Colorado Rockies. Mark Helsel is a major reason for Kyle's success. Mark knows baseball!

★★★★★

Johnny Sansone, Player

Father of Kyle Datres, UNC

Coach Helsel was more than just a baseball coach—he was a mentor who helped shape my character. Growing up in a Christian household, it was a blessing to be guided by someone who shared strong values. He taught us the importance of professionalism, being presentable, and always being on time.

One of the most memorable lessons he instilled in us was the simple act of saying thank you—whether it was to the person throwing batting practice or hitting ground balls. That habit of gratitude is something I carry with me to this day.

Coach Helsel went above and beyond to help his players improve, get into schools, and get noticed by scouts. His work ethic and commitment made it a privilege to play for him—an experience my family and I will always cherish. Thank you, Coach!

★★★★★

Ellis Garcia

Former Player, West Virginia University

Coach Helsel is only giving me 100 words (which isn’t nearly enough) so I’ll keep it short and sweet. If there is only one thing you get out of working with Coach Helsel, it’s honesty. He’s going to tell you the truth and give you his honest opinion, whether you like it or not. Now, what you do with the truth is up to you. You can go take a long hard look in the mirror and evaluate yourself, or you can leave and go somewhere else where they’ll tell you how wonderful you are; the choice is yours. I’ve witnessed and experienced first-hand the type of young men that Coach Helsel can help mold with his method of player-development, and I stick by the choices I’ve made.

★★★★★

Collin Feeney

Player, Ithaca College

After completing my first college season for the sport of my dreams, I could not feel more blessed. This opportunity wouldn’t have been possible without one man, Mark Helsel. Even during a global pandemic, Coach Helsel went above and beyond to give his players the proper exposure to get noticed by coaches across the nation and keep them safe while doing it. In my case, playing 30 games over the summer of 2020 was not only a getaway from the isolated Covid world, but the reason I am able to thrive in the environment I'm currently in

★★★★★

Scot Goodnight

Father of Logan Goodnight. Professional Scout

If you are looking for someone to guide you through the recruiting process Mr. Mark Helsel should be your first call. Mark is extremely knowledgeable and has been guiding kids through this process for years. He has hundreds of contacts in the coaching ranks. With Mark’s guidance, my son became a highly recruited Division 1 recruit. Mark knows what it takes to get to that level. He knows what the coaches look for and how they evaluate. As a professional baseball scout myself, I can tell you the things you will hear from Mark are what you need to hear. No BS!! Tough love is a must for aspiring college athletes. As a professional scout, I use the same methods of advice and evaluation of players that Mark has in the past. If you are not only wanting to play in college but professionally as well, I would highly recommend Mark.

★★★★★

Orlando Pena

Player, Coastal Carolina.

I first met Mark when I was 16 years old, he played a vital part in my recruiting process and has helped me get to where I am today. He is simply the best in the business.

★★★★★

Logan Mathieu

Player, Liberty University

My experience with Mark has been nothing short of life changing. When I came to him I was an overweight middle schooler with big dreams, but not much more than that. That kid had no direction with what he wanted to do. But, once that kid met Mark, he started changing his body, changing his work ethic, and his daily routine. I wouldn’t be the man I am today if my path didn’t cross with Mark, and that’s something I’ll be forever grateful for

★★★★★

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does The Ambassadors Group do to increase the chances of getting a baseball scholarship?

Our full service clients benefit from 5 very specialized and unique services. They are as follows: 

1. Professional Athletic Evaluation

2. Individualized Development Plan

3. Promotion to college coaches

4. Exposure in front of college coaches

5. Assistance throughout the recruiting process

Does The Ambassadors Group have travel teams?

No, we are not a travel program. However,

some of our service plans include travel team placement in

elite level programs with a solid track record of success.

What is included in the FREE Consultation

During our phone conversation we want to learn as much as we can about the athlete and his family. We want to learn about his goals, aspirations and talents. We want to discuss the level of commitment to playing in college. At the same time, we want to help our prospective clients understand how we help our athletes.

Does The Ambassadors Group offer services for other sports besides baseball.

At this time, baseball is our main focus. However, we foresee expanding into other sports in the years to come.

Do you have payment plans

Yes, we have made paying for our program affordable and manageable for most people.

What is involved in the athletic evaluation?

We work closely with The Ultimate Combine. It’s the most accurate, comprehensive and professional athletic evaluation available for amateur athletes. It includes 14 different athletic tests that help identify strengths and weaknesses, as well as an overall athleticism score. It also helps projects the level of play that an athlete is best suited for.

Does everyone get offered an individual plan

We have created plans to accommodate large numbers of players who seek our help. However, our individual plans are limited. We only offer individual plans to players we feel are the right fit for that level of commitment.

What are the prices of the various plans

There is a wide variety of service plans that range in price from less than a cup of coffee per day to much larger financial commitments. Pricing and payment plan options are discussed during our one on one consultations.

What is the number one reason players don’t get a scholarship?

93% of all high school baseball players will not play in college. There are many reasons for this. Based on our experience here are the top 5 reasons athletes fall short of their goal to play college baseball. 

1. Lack of a specific plan

2. Not getting the most from their God given abilities

3. Lack of knowledge

4. Little or no assistance from professionals

5. Lack of promotion and exposure

If we are offered an individual plan, how long do we have to decide

We never want anyone to feel rushed or pressured to make a decision. Therefore, we do not place a time limit on making a decision. Based on our experience, most people know within just a few days of whether this is right for them. We are very upfront with our prospective clients. We explain that we are extremely selective with who we take as clients. We also limit the number of individual plans we offer. This is typically done by grad year.

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