4.17.24

Episode 4

President of Dubai Little League Roger Duthie on Partnering with Baseball United

Roger Duthie, President of Dubai Little League, sits down with host Liam Skiffington to delve into the league's transformative partnership with Baseball United. He highlights the opportunities and benefits this alliance brings to both the players and the wider community. Throughout the conversation, Roger explores the growth of baseball in the Middle East, emphasizing Dubai Little League’s commitment to community engagement, inclusivity, and the promotion of core values within the sport. He passionately advocates for grassroots development, encouraging families and aspiring players to get involved with Dubai Little League, helping to foster a thriving future for baseball in the region.

What We Discuss

• 3:40 Challenges of promoting baseball in the Middle East region
• 14:02 Partnership with Baseball United
• 15:25 Opportunities and benefits of the Baseball United Partnership
• 18:30 Chris Beyers’ involvement in Dubai Little League
• 19:30 The future of the partnership between Dubai Little League and Baseball United
• 20:15 Initial reaction to a professional baseball league coming to the region
• 24:10 How people can get involved with Dubai Little League
• 27:02 What makes Baseball United the right partner?
• 36:39 A Message to aspiring young ballplayers and families