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MORE THAN A GAME
Fundamentals First believes baseball and softball can teach young athletes lessons that last far beyond the field.
Through mentorship, clinics, individual instruction, group lessons and mental-performance education, we help young athletes develop their physical abilities while strengthening confidence, discipline, focus, resilience and character.
THE GAME
Our goal isn’t simply to develop better players. It’s to help develop confident young people who work hard, respond to adversity, accept coaching, support their teammates and pursue their goals with purpose.
THE THREE FUNDAMENTALS
Fundamentals, mechanics, preparation and purposeful player development.
Build the skills
THE MINDSET
Focus, confidence, emotional control and responding positively to challenges.
THE CHARACTER
Strengthen the Mind
Discipline, accountability, teamwork, resilience and leadership.
Grow the Person
THE FUNDAMENTALS OF THE GAME • THE FUNDAMENTALS OF MINDSET • THE FUNDAMENTALS OF CHARACTER
THE GAME
WHO WE SERVE
Every Athlete Deserves an Opportunity to Grow
Fundamentals First serves baseball and softball athletes from ages 5 through high school, across a wide range of experience and skill levels.
While we are based in Orange County, California, our mission isn’t limited by geography. Through remote player development, swing analysis, personalized practice plans and mentorship, we can support athletes beyond our local community.
We are committed to creating an encouraging environment where young athletes can learn, grow, build confidence and develop skills that extend beyond the game.
MEET MARC SALLOUM
Coaching the Player. Mentoring the Person.
Marc Salloum is a Director of Fundamentals First with a lifelong connection to baseball. After playing through high school, Marc continued his involvement in the game through coaching and instruction, bringing eight years of experience working with young athletes.
His coaching background includes the MLB-sponsored RBI program, as well as coaching teams with players ranging in age from 5 to 16. These experiences have given Marc the opportunity to work with athletes at many different stages of development. His approach centers on strong fundamentals, patience and encouragement—helping players improve their skills while building confidence, discipline and a lasting love for the game.
As a father of two, Marc understands the impact positive coaches and mentors can have on a young athlete. His commitment to Fundamentals First is rooted in helping players develop both on and off the field.
Building better athletes. Developing stronger minds. creating foundations for life.
Fundamentals First, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization helping youth baseball and softball athletes ages 5 through high school develop the skills, mindset, confidence and character they need to succeed — on and off the field.
BASEBALL • SOFTBALL • MENTORSHIP • MENTAL PERFORMANCE • PLAYER DEVELOPMENT
BUILDING BETTER ATHLETES.
DEVELOPING STRONGER MINDS.
CREATING FOUNDATIONS FOR LIFE.
EXPLORE
© 2026 Fundamentals First, Inc. • 501(c)(3) Nonprofit Organization