HOUSTON, TX & CHARLOTTE, NC — New Balance Future Stars Series (FSS) and the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) today announced a comprehensive player development partnership designed to enhance student-athlete access, elevate player value, and strengthen the junior college baseball and softball landscape nationwide.
Under the agreement, Future Stars Series will serve as the Official Baseball and Softball Player Personnel, Development and Predictive Analytics Partner of the NJCAA, supporting all three NJCAA divisions (Division I, II, and III) across both baseball and softball.
The partnership will introduce a unified platform focused on player evaluation, infrastructure, and data-driven development tools, while expanding student-athlete access to and from NJCAA institutions, connecting them to the broader collegiate and professional baseball ecosystem.
“Future Stars Series is proud to align with the NJCAA on multiple initiatives that will elevate player visibility to new heights” said Jeremy Booth, CEO and President of Baseball Operations of Future Stars Series. “The NJCAA has a clear vision for the future of junior college baseball, and we’re excited to help support and advance that vision.
Our staff includes former junior college student athletes from across the country who understand the level and believe deeply in the impact these student athletes continue to have on NCAA Division I and professional levels. By building a stronger database and improving access to information, this partnership will expand opportunities for players, help families make informed decisions, and continue strengthening the game.”
Future Stars Series will also introduce enhanced database access and player modeling tools for NJCAA programs. These resources will allow coaches and administrators to better evaluate player value, institutional fit, and long-term development projections. The platform will further integrate with NCAA Division I programs and collegiate summer leagues, helping streamline student-athlete pathways during a period of significant change within the college baseball landscape.
“The NJCAA is excited to begin this important partnership with Future Stars Series,” said Dr. Christopher Parker, NJCAA President and CEO. “The opportunities for development this will bring to our baseball and softball student-athletes is outstanding, and we are glad to be working with FSS and their affiliates to bring this to fruition.”
The partnership will also include the development of co-branded events and national showcase opportunities. Plans include a sanctioned NJCAA All-Star Game and integration into College All-Star Week, where a Junior College Series will precede Division I events. Once formally sanctioned, junior college coaches will participate directly in these events. Additionally, the NJCAA will sanction Future Stars Series regional fall events and spring season launch events in both baseball and softball.
Technology and data infrastructure will also play a central role in the partnership. Smart Park will serve as a scalable data capture solution across NJCAA championship events, debuting at all NJCAA Baseball and Softball Championships beginning in 2026. Through the on-site integration of MLB approved Smart Park technology, programs will have an open flow of access to FSS players, advanced performance modeling and expanded analytics that include metrics like Swing AI, blast motion capabilities and more.
About New Balance Future Stars Series
New Balance Future Stars Series is a global platform for amateur baseball development and scouting, powered by a commitment to impact, integrity, and player-focused innovation. Its alumni can be found throughout professional baseball, and its events and partnerships have reshaped how talent is identified, nurtured, and celebrated.
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About NJCAA
Since 1938, the NJCAA has served as the premier governing body for two-year collegiate athletics, providing student-athletes with opportunities to prepare, compete, succeed, and achieve in both their academic and athletic disciplines. The NJCAA is the second largest national intercollegiate athletic organization in the United States, with over 500 member schools and 3,400 teams competing in 30 different sports. Each year, the NJCAA sponsors 57 national championships and invitationals.
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