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ABOUT

Many baseball programs come with extremely high costs, making high-level competition out of reach for many players. The Baseball Dream was created to change that. We offer high-level coaching from experienced coaches with college playing and coaching backgrounds, without the excessive price tag.

The Baseball Dream is owned and led by Murray Ruggiero, whose passion for affordability comes from personal experience. Growing up, travel baseball was not always financially attainable, and that reality helped shape the foundation of this program.

“I started The Baseball Dream to provide an affordable option for high-level baseball in Connecticut, something I wish existed when I was younger,” says Coach Ruggiero. His background includes playing college baseball and coaching at the NCAA Division II level, bringing both experience and perspective to every player in the program.

Founded in 2017 as a town-based youth program, The Baseball Dream has steadily evolved to meet the needs of advancing players. Today, the organization competes in the Connecticut Twilight League, offering high school seniors and older players the opportunity to continue playing competitive baseball against experienced competition. The program is designed for players who want to keep developing their game in a serious, structured environment while maintaining a balance between affordability, commitment, and growth.

The Baseball Dream Accomplishments

First Season - As Little League Program 2015

First Season- Apart of AAU Baseball Fall 2020

First Winning Season- Fall 2021 AAU

Runner Up 2nd Place Firecracker New Hampshire- Fall 2022

Runner Up 2nd Place The Baseball Dream Summer Classic- Summer 2023

Runner Up 2nd Place Silver Cooperstown Backyard Baseball Classic- Summer 2023

First Place Winner USABL NJ Battle- Summer 2023

First Place Winner War At The Shore Season Finale- Fall 2023

The Baseball Dream College Win Quinsigamond Community College- Fall 2024

Runner Up 2nd Place The Baseball Dream Mid-Season Classic- Summer 2025

SNE Homegrown Classic Silver Bracket Championship- Summer 2025

These Players Have Been Inducted Into The Baseball Dream Hall of Fame. Players must play a minimum of 4 seasons, age out of the program and demonstrate high ability and work ethic.

 

Nick Pane- Class of 2023

Gavin Pettit- Class of 2025

John Arnott- Class of 2025

Josh Britto- Class of 2025

Jayden Rodriquez- Class of 2025 

The Baseball Dream Hall of Fame

1 Hitters/No Hitters/Perfect Games

Nick Pane- 4 one hitters Fall 2021 All Vs. TCB 13U
Josh Britto- No Hitter Summer 2024 Vs. Fairfield Legion 17U
Shane Barry- 1 hitter Summer 2025 Vs. CT Grind White 17U
 

The Baseball Dream Difference

Connecticut is home to many baseball programs that prioritize roster size over player development. The Baseball Dream takes a different approach. We focus on quality over quantity, providing serious players with strong instruction, competitive games, and an affordable path to continue playing at a high level.

Rather than fielding multiple tiers of teams, The Baseball Dream commits to one carefully selected roster. Every player earns their spot through legitimate tryouts, creating a competitive environment built on accountability and effort instead of automatic placement. This structure allows us to focus on meaningful development while competing against experienced, high-level teams in the Connecticut Twilight League.

Our players face strong regional competition without the inflated costs often seen in similar programs. By keeping our structure intentional and streamlined, we are able to provide high-level coaching, competitive games, and quality fields without unnecessary expenses. The result is a focused, affordable program for players who are serious about continuing their baseball journey.

Our Coaches

Summer 2026 coaching staff for The Baseball Dream

Murray Ruggiero

Owner/Head Coach

Head Coach of The Baseball Dream. Previously was the head coach of the Tidewater Hawks in the Tidewater Collegiate Summer league. Former college baseball coach at Piedmont International University. Former College Pitcher at Clinton Community College and Central Penn College. Former Scout for the Rockland Boulders, Independent Professional Baseball.

Nick Pane

Head Assistant Coach

Coach Pane started his coaching career with us fall 2023 after being apart of the program the last 4 seasons. Coach Pane was a pitcher and utility player. Coach Pane's biggest accomplishment was throwing a no hitter against TCB fall of 2021. Coach Pane was also a member of the Pomperaug High School baseball team.

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Nick Vitale

Assistant Coach

Coach Vitale is an assistant coach for the number one ranked public high school Lyman Hall high school in Wallingford, CT. Lyman Hall was the state championship team in 2025. Coach Vitale was also a four year varsity player at Lyman Hall high school.

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Brandon Rose

PA Announcer and Home Game Management

Brandon Rose is a rising sophomore at the University of Connecticut, planning to major in Sport Management. He has been doing radio broadcasting for UConn's student radio station, WHUS, covering both basketball and baseball games through play by play and color commentary.

Brandon will be our PA announcer and help manage walk up music in game music and pre game setup.

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