Testimonials

Since the year 2000, over 350 players have participated in the Colorado Instructional League and have gone on to play College or Professional baseball. Look at their experience and impact in each testimonial below:

"The Pro-Showcase Weekend allows both the opportunity to be seen by some of the most respected college programs and by all Major League Baseball clubs. I was very impressed with the amount of college recruiters and scouts in attendance, totaling over 60 last year. I have also found that the instructional sessions of what scouts look for have greatly helped me to understand what I needed to do to receive a college scholarship and understand what is needed for the opportunity of getting drafted."

Kevin Gausman, Blue Jays

"Your kids are fortunate to have quality coaches with professional experience. The exposure for college recruitment is great! It's good to have friends on your staff."

Juan Pierre, Rockies/Marlins - World Champions 2003

"Thank you for the time in all of this [evaluation]. You are so kind to share your expertise like this. I am so excited for this season. You are a blessing to us!! "

CJ Anderson, Son Christopher attends Arvada West HS

"I love your advice, support, a letter of recommendation, to help get on the radar of the in-state baseball programs that he is interested in. Thank you so much for all you do for our players! I really appreciate you creating, managing, and offering a reasonable and affordable option."

Marcia Vogel, Son Shane attends Mountain Range HS

"Cole had HANDS DOWN a better time with CIL than any other organization he has ever played with, quality of coaching, instruction, team chemistry, and the ability to grow and perform during the course of the season was unparalleled so THANK YOU for that! Like you, we see the value in him playing up and being challenged but, at the same time, want to position him for success and not have him end up feeling over-matched. So, we can definitely see where you (and) he feels he is poised for the best success and we can take it from there."

AJ Matthews, Son Cole attends Lewis-Palmer HS

"While Al Bleser has many great characteristics, perhaps his strongest include always putting the players/team above himself, leveraging his extensive network to open doors, and going above and beyond to elevate players skills through the CIL."

Randy Burke, Son Brock Burke current Angels MLB Player/World Series Champions Rangers 2023, Evergreen HS

"CIL was the best thing that happened to our son. Coach Bleser found his strengths and capitalized on them while simultaneously improving his weaknesses through constant practice and play. He also was actively engaged in helping our son achieve his goal of playing in college by actively communicating with colleges on our son's behalf. It wasn't just us, Coach Bleser supports all of his players with recruiting via the FieldLevel application and putting players in front of college coaches. Coach Bleser is a class act and we are grateful to have found CIL."

Larry Stephenson, Son Jones playing at Concordia University, RM Lutheran HS

"The CIL program is one of the most professional and organized programs in the state. He also personally knows and communicates with college coaches across the country about his players… He will put your son in front of coaches that are looking to recruit his players… Coach Bleser will teach your son the necessary tools (both mentally and physically) to play at the college level and put your son in front of actual programs that are actively looking to recruit his players. If you serious about playing college baseball play for CIL."

Rich Kephart, Son Enric at Lubbock Christian University, Highlands Ranch HS

Alumni

Al Bleser is honored to have worked with several current MLB players who played in CIL events, teams, and showcases.

MLB Players including:

  • Jesse Crain – Minnesota Twins
  • Josh Bard – Rockies/Mariners/Indians
  • John Burke – Colorado Rockies
  • Brock Burke – Rays/Rangers/Angels
  • Roy Halladay – Philadelphia Phillies
  • David Aardsma – Seattle Mariners
  • Kevin Gausman – Orioles/Blue Jays

Pro Signees (over 60 including):

  • Mike Blohmeyer – San Francisco Giants
  • Kale Gilmore – Cincinnati Reds
  • Scott Grove – Milwaukee Brewers
  • Jeff Knabenshue – Milwaukee Brewers
  • J. Schenbeck – Milwaukee Brewers
  • Matt Hopper – Philadelphia Phillies
  • Justin Maureau – Miami Marlins
  • Gerald Miller – Chicago Cubs
  • Adam Gold – San Diego Padres
  • Peter Whatley – Seattle Mariners
  • Craig Deaver – Seattle Mariners
  • Michael Koons – Houston Astros
  • Willy Kesler – Seattle Mariners
  • Bobby Hansen – Washington Nationals
  • Mike Biltimier – Los Angeles Dodgers
  • Steve Hazlet – Minnesota Twins
  • Chris Kirgan – Colorado Rockies
  • Tom Leahy – Atlanta Braves
  • Steve Thomas – Cincinnati Reds
  • Michael Done – Baltimore Orioles
  • Tim Gradoville – Philadelphia Phillies
  • Calvin Beamon – Pittsburgh Pirates
  • Grant Gerard – Texas Rangers
  • Chad Steiner – San Diego Padres
  • Rey Garramone – San Diego Padres
  • Bobby Hansen – Washington Nationals
  • Matt Tucker – Baltimore Orioles
  • Luke Gorsett – St. Louis Cardinals

College Assisted

  • Over 50 NCAA Division I players including: Brock Burke-Evergreen/Oregon, Matt Loutzenhizer-Ponderosa/UNC, Kevin Gausman-Grandview/LSU, Brett Lisle-Thunder Ridge/Virginia, Tommy Strunc-Mountain Vista/Creighton, Adam Gold-Bear Creek/Cal, Luke Gorsett-TJ/Nebraska, Jackson Lockwood-Broomfield/Portland, Andrew Scheid-Regis/Notre Dame, Josh Tinnon-Holy Family/UNC, Tim Moore-Cherokee Trail/Hawaii
  • Over 75 NCAA Division II/III players including: Jake Englehart-Evergreen/Mines, Sam Reed-TJ/Mines, Christian Rooney-Green Mountain/Mines, Seth Davis-Mullen/Augustana, John Tosches-AFA/Regis
  • Over 75 Junior College players including: Cooper Bowermaster-TJ/Garden City, Caleb Carlson-Mountain View/NEJC, Tony Yacovetta-GW/Garden City, Alex Werbach-Brighton/Lamar CC, Schicktanz-Rampart/Iowa Western