In a move that reshapes the future of Australian baseball, Perth Heat manager Andy Kyle is stepping away from club duties to take on a national coaching role focused on long-term player development.

Kyle has been selected for the Australian Institute of Sport’s prestigious Gen 32 program, a two-year high-performance coaching scholarship aimed at developing the next generation of elite talent across multiple levels of the sport.

“This isn’t about winning championships anymore,” Kyle said. “It’s about building champions.”

While Kyle’s departure from the dugout marks a shift in his day-to-day responsibilities, it is a strategic step toward influencing the broader direction of Australian baseball. The Gen 32 program will see him work across junior pathways, national squads, and women’s baseball, with a focus on creating a sustainable pipeline of elite athletes.

The timing is significant. With Australian star Travis Bozana recently becoming the country’s first-ever number one pick in the MLB Draft, there is a renewed sense of belief in what is possible for local talent on the global stage.

“We’re not just creating baseball players,” Kyle said. “We’re developing complete athletes.”

During his tenure with the Heat, Kyle turned the club into a springboard for international success. Players such as Jesse Williams and Alex Hall emerged under his guidance, highlighting his ability to nurture high-potential athletes.

As he takes on this new challenge, Kyle’s vision remains unchanged. His impact will no longer be measured by wins and losses, but by the legacy he leaves through the players, coaches, and programs he helps shape.

The next chapter of Australian baseball is being written, and Andy Kyle is right at the heart of it.