About Us
Forged Through Friendship, Built for the Future
For decades, a steady stream of American baseball players have travelled to Australia - chasing innings, new experiences, and a fiercely competitive but welcoming culture. They came as imports but stayed in memory: coaching juniors, forming lifelong bonds, and laying the foundation for a transpacific relationship that’s quietly shaped the game in both nations.
But the story has shifted.
Today, it’s the Australians heading across the Pacific — and not just to participate, but to lead. In college programs across the U.S., especially the Pacific Northwest, Aussie athletes aren’t seen as underdogs anymore. They’re leaders. Draft picks. Culture-setters.
“Watching athletes like Bazzana, Nati, Hendricks, and Balfour… you realise they’re not just another player. They’re proof. Proof that Australian athletes don’t need to catch up — they’re already world-class when given the right support.”
That proof was personal for our Founder and Managing Director. After working within one of the most elite college baseball programs in the U.S., he saw the opportunity firsthand:
“I understand both sides: what elite environments demand, and what Australian players need to thrive within them. I’ve seen the gap — and the opportunity — with my own eyes.”
That’s where Black Pearl Sports Group began.
From dugouts and weight rooms. From late-night chats with athletes and coaches.
And from the belief that Australia isn’t behind — it’s under-supported.
And that’s a fixable problem.
Building the Future of Sport — On and Off the Field.
BPSG was created to reimagine how sports franchises are owned, operated, and grown. In a market where many second-tier and emerging sports remain undercapitalised and under-leveraged, we step in with a bold, long-term approach:
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Acquire undervalued assets
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Professionalise operations
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Build sustainable success that flows from elite performance to grassroots connection
But we invest in more than teams — we invest in culture, infrastructure, and community.
Our Mission
To elevate the value, impact, and experience of sport by investing in clubs, people, and places that deserve a bigger stage.
Our Vision
To become the region’s leading sports investment and operations platform — developing teams, growing communities, and leaving a legacy across codes and countries.
Our Strategy
It's simple: combine global best-in-class professionalism with deep local insight and care.
“Too often, sports businesses chase global models without respecting local roots. We believe the winning formula is care, culture, and consistency — applied with local intelligence and global ambition.”
This isn’t just about winning games. It’s about:
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Giving talent a real pathway
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Giving communities a team to rally around
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Giving sport the respect, resources, and reach it deserves
Not just for one season. But for generations.
Our Core Values
Performance with Purpose
Results matter — so does how we achieve them.
Fan-First Thinking
Every decision begins with the supporter experience.
Sustainable Growth
From talent pipelines to commercial partnerships, we build to last.
Community & Culture
We honour the grassroots.
We build bridges.
Bold Ambition
We think globally, act strategically, and move with intent.
Innovative Mindset
We embrace change, and seek creative solutions to unlock new possibilities — on and off the field.
Build With Us
At Black Pearl Sports Group, we are always looking for talented individuals to join our team and contribute to our mission. If you are passionate about sports, finance, and innovation, explore our career opportunities and take the next step in your professional journey.
Game Day Operations Intern
Key Duties: Assists with setup and teardown of the stadium, coordinates promotions and giveaways, manages between-inning entertainment, and helps with logistics on
game days.
Your Impact: Game day is the core product — smooth execution directly affects fan experience and perception.
Ticketing & Sales Intern
Key Duties: Supports the sales team in processing ticket orders, managing CRM systems, helping with group bookings, and executing grassroots sales campaigns.
Your Impact: Ticket revenue is often the largest direct income stream — this role supports both revenue and customer relationships.
Marketing & Promotions Intern
Key Duties: Assists with planning and executing promotional nights, creates content for advertising, works on email and grassroots campaigns.
Your Impact: Promotions drive attendance, and creative marketing can differentiate a small team in a crowded entertainment market.
Social Media & Content Intern
Key Duties: Manages social platforms, creates posts and short-form video, covers live events, and contributes to the team’s digital storytelling.
Your Impact: Digital engagement is key to growing the fanbase, especially among younger demographics and out-of-town followers.
Merchandise & Retail Intern
Key Duties: Assists with stocking, inventory, sales, and customer service in the team store; may also help manage online store orders.
Your Impact: Merchandising supports both brand visibility and non-ticket revenue, especially on themed nights.
Community Relations Intern
Key Duties: Coordinates player appearances, charity partnerships, school visits, and community outreach events.
Your Impact: Community presence builds long-term fan loyalty and often aligns with sponsor expectations.
Media & Broadcasting Intern
Key Duties: Supports the game broadcast team (radio/streaming), writes game recaps, manages score updates, and helps with press releases.
Your Impact: Help maintain professionalism in external communications and ensures that fans and media stay informed.
Join Our Team
Be Part of Something Bigger.
We're always looking for passionate, driven people who want to shape the future of sport — from game day interns to industry professionals.
If you’re ready to contribute your energy and ideas, we’d love to hear from you.