Deepesh Solanki is a highly experienced sports development professional, educator, and community builder with a proven track record in transforming the sports landscape in India. He plays a pivotal role in driving the Academy's mission to introduce and elevate baseball across the country.
Deepesh Solanki is a highly experienced sports development professional, educator, and community builder with a proven track record in transforming the sports landscape in India. His diverse background in sports management, talent development, and community engagement has made him an instrumental figure in developing multiple sports disciplines across the country.
As the CEO of American Football in India, Deepesh was the driving force behind the establishment and growth of American football in the country. He successfully introduced the sport to universities nationwide, creating a foundation for American football's development in India and establishing the infrastructure needed for the sport to thrive.
Deepesh's most notable achievement came as the Founder & Director of the United Basketball Alliance (UBA), where he revolutionized the Indian basketball scene by launching India's first-ever professional basketball league. This groundbreaking initiative provided players with contracts, monetary compensation, and exposure, setting new standards for professional sports in India.
His expertise in sports scouting and talent identification is so renowned that Walt Disney based a character off him in the movie 'Million Dollar Arm' (2014). Deepesh has also made significant contributions to e-sports and university sports, launching online platforms that broadcast university games and working with WWE as a recruiter for the first-ever WWE tryout in India.
With his extensive experience and deep understanding of sports development in India, Deepesh is uniquely positioned to lead Diamond Dreams Academy's operations in India, building a lasting legacy for baseball in the country and empowering the next generation of athletes.
To establish baseball as a premier sport in India by creating a comprehensive development ecosystem that nurtures talent, builds community, and provides opportunities for Indian athletes to excel at both national and international levels.
To leverage proven sports development strategies and community-building expertise to create sustainable baseball programs across India, ensuring that every aspiring player has access to world-class training, facilities, and opportunities to pursue their baseball dreams.
Creating strong, sustainable sports communities that support and nurture talent development while fostering a sense of belonging and shared purpose among athletes, coaches, and supporters.
Implementing proven strategies and methodologies that have successfully developed other sports in India, adapting them specifically for baseball's unique requirements and opportunities.
Combining sports expertise with educational principles to create comprehensive development programs that develop not just athletes, but well-rounded individuals prepared for success in all aspects of life.
Building strategic partnerships with universities, sports organizations, and community leaders to create a unified approach to baseball development across India.
Appointed as Head of Baseball Operations - India at Diamond Dreams Academy, leading the charge to establish baseball across the country.
Founded and directed India's first-ever professional basketball league, providing players with contracts and monetary compensation.
Featured as inspiration for a character in Walt Disney's 'Million Dollar Arm' movie, highlighting his expertise in sports scouting.
Served as CEO, establishing American football across Indian universities and creating the sport's foundation in the country.
Started his journey in sports development, working with various sports disciplines and establishing community sports programs.