Orlando Cepeda Academy

Giants Community Fund Academy is now the Orlando Cepeda Academy

The Giants Community Fund Academy has entered a new chapter as the Orlando Cepeda Academy, honoring the legacy of Giants legend and Hall of Famer Orlando Cepeda.

Established in 2022 in partnership with the San Francisco Recreation and Park Department, the Academy provides free, competitive baseball and softball to middle and high school-aged youth in San Francisco’s under-resourced communities. The program aims to strengthen diversity in the game through pathways both on the field and into front offices across professional sports.

Registration opens: Wednesday, April 1 at 6 p.m. PST

Opening Day: Saturday, June 13 at Balboa Park

Opening Day will also feature the debut of the Orlando Cepeda Academy logo.

Honoring Orlando Cepeda

Orlando Cepeda was more than a Giants legend—he was a cherished friend of the Giants Community Fund.

A Hall of Famer known as “The Baby Bull,” Cepeda was celebrated for his excellence on the field and his lasting impact on the game of baseball. Off the field, he was equally beloved for his commitment to humanitarian and community initiatives, serving as a longtime member of the Giants Community Fund Advisory Board.

He regularly attended Giants Community Fund events, spoke passionately about the importance of investing in young people and supported the work of our staff with genuine warmth and encouragement.

The Orlando Cepeda Academy proudly carries forward that legacy.

About the Academy

Participation is 100% free, and the Giants Community Fund provides each player with the resources they need to play, including:

  • Jersey
  • Pants
  • Hat
  • Equipment
  • Coaching and mentorship

Programs:

Learn more about the Orlando Cepeda Academy through the following program pages:

Partners:

CONTACT US

Questions? Please contact our team at academy@sfgiants.com.

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