Xit Velo Foundation

"Coach Marcel is someone who had an impact on me as a man. He showed me how to navigate the world. Coach is a lot more than just a baseball coach"

- Liam Rizzo, Topflight Baseball (2013/2014)

Xit Velo Foundation expands access to mentorship through the game of baseball for youth ages 5 to 24 years old across the Bay Area. Xit Velo Sports (formerly known as Top Flight Baseball)  launched in Oakland, CA and has been providing services for youth and their families for over 12 years. Founder and Coach, Marcel Johnson, brings a huge caring heart paired with decades of pro-level baseball instruction.  

Thank you for investing in our youth! 

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Why Xit Velo Foundation

The Xit Velo organization is not just about training for tomorrow’s college and professional stars, it is about combining high-quality baseball training with transferable life skills (like resilience and teamwork) with nurturing environments not only for the youth but also their families and support systems. 

Xit Velo Foundation has identified a sector in travel baseball that enables opportunities for some families that may not have access otherwise. Xit Velo utilizes baseball as a vehicle to increase the number of youth who stay focused and engaged in extracurricular activities in a safe environment. The beginnings of this organization are rooted in love for baseball and Coach Marcel experiencing what it takes to compete at all levels from Little League to the Pros.

How Your Support Makes a Difference 

We have all come to understand that youth sports aren’t “just about sports”. It's about physical fitness, mental well-being, and helping to raise productive well-rounded members of society. Your support helps to continue the work and expand services for those who would normally find this level cost-prohibitive. It also expands the level of services and experiences for all of the Xit Velo student-athletes year in and year out. 

Your support helps in so many ways, here are a few real examples:

When donating online you can choose to make a one-time donation or make recurring donations.

Mail checks to: Xit Velo Foundation, 231 Market Pl. Suite 175 San Ramon, CA 94583

In-Kind Donations (equipment, uniforms, other tangible items): Contact us at donations@xitvelofoundation.com

Please email us if you would like to send a wire transfer