Ian played his youth baseball for Orleans Little League throughout the 90’s, attending multiple provincial and the 93’ Canadian Championship. Ian is a graduate from Sports Management Worldwide (SMWW) and Algonquin College in Amateur Scouting & General Management and Business Marketing respectively. Since the completion of his playing career, he has continued his passion for baseball through various volunteer opportunities. Prior to joining St. Anthony’s Baseball Academy, Ian was a founding director with Miracle League of Ottawa, and General Manager for a local Summer Collegiate travel program. Both of these opportunities, along with other community and business initiatives, gained Ian recognition for his efforts in building a more diverse and inclusive environment, which is best demonstrated by being a recipient of Sovereign’s Medal for Volunteers.