Sabrina Hosford
President
Sabrina Hosford has been a fundamental member of TTBC for the past 6 years. As a parent, she has actively supported the organization, with her kids participating in the Majors and Minors Divisions in the coming year. Additionally, Sabrina has taken on coaching responsibilities, serving as the Head Coach of the Minors Titans this season. She working collaboratively with Scott Shapiro and Tim Hosford to lead the Majors Typhoons to an impressive 3rd place in the Majors Division last year. Her dedication, leadership, and teamwork skills have made a significant impact on the success of TTBC.
Sabrina calls California, USA home.
Jota Shohtoku
Treasurer
Jota, a steadfast member of TTBC for 12 years. The Senior Eagles’ took a remarkable journey to being Runner Up in the fiercely competitive 2023-24 season. As a cherished part of the TTBC family for many seasons, Jota’s commitment shines brightly both on and off the field. His influence extends beyond the playing grounds, shaping teamwork and perseverance that defines TTBC. With two kids already having played in TTBC, his dedication runs deep within the club. It is a proud continuation of a tradition of passion and excellence that he upholds with unwavering support. This year he brough home 2nd place in the 18U division at the Turkey Tournament in Singapore.
Jota cheers for the New York Mets and outside Hong Kong, Japan is home.
Board Members
Scott Shapiro
Tournament Director/Juniors Rep
Scott has been an integral member of the Tai Tam Baseball Club (TTBC) for seven years, with unwavering dedication to the sport and its community. His commitment extends to coaching and supporting young athletes, particularly his sons who are set to compete in the Juniors and Minors Divisions. He lead the Typhoons to 3rd place in the competitive 2023-24 season. Scott is also President of the Hong Kong Little League for the second year helping develop youth baseball across Hong Kong. He also took 2nd Place with the 12U team at the Turkey Tournament this year in Singapore.
He cheers for the New York Mets and outside Hong Kong, he calls New York, USA home.
Craig Karnitz
Field Director/Majors Rep
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Outside Hong Kong, he calls Michigan, USA home.
Tim Hosford
Marketing Director/Majors Rep
Tim brings six-years to TTBC, making notable contributions as a coach. He has shown dedication and passion for the sport by coaching with Scott Shapiro, achieving an impressive 3rd place finish in the Majors Division last year. With two children involved in the Majors and Minors, Tim’s commitment to fostering their growth within the baseball community is evident. Additionally, his position on the Hong Kong Little League Board reflects his commitment to shaping the future of baseball in the region.
He cheers for the LA Dodgers and calls California, USA home outside of Hong Kong.
Dixon Ma
Juniors/Seniors Rep
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Dixon has been a member of TTBC for nine years with his son. Most recently he Coached the 14U team brining 2nd Place during the Turkey Tournament in Singapore.
Born in Hong Kong he grew up and played Little League baseball in Vancouver. He is a supporter of the Blue Jays and the Mariners.
Brian Fallon
Minors Rep
Brian has been involved with TTBC with two boys for 6 years in total and an avid Red Sox fan with one son Named after Tom Brady and one son named after Josh Beckett. Coach Fallon brings a high energy to the TTBC Minors Division.
Outside Hong Kong, he calls Massachusetts, USA home.
Paul Olivera
CP Rep
Paul joins the TTBC Board with 2 boys and brings a passion to baseball as he remembers watching TV with his great grandparents who were die hard Dodger fans and watching Fernando Valenzuela pitch for them. His boys play in the Minors and CP Divisions of TTBC.
He cheers for the LA Dodgers and calls California home outside Hong Kong.
Chris Unertl
Board Member
Chris, a dedicated member of the TTBC for 10 years, has achieved success as the coach of the Patriots, leading them to a third-place finish in the 2023-24 season. Chris’s son participates in both the Seniors and Juniors Leagues. Additionally, Chris is also a member of the Hong Kong Little League Board and supports an ongoing commitment to the growth and success of youth sports programs in Hong Kong. He recently brought the 14U team 2nd Place at the Turkey Tournament.
Outside Hong Kong, California, USA is home.
Chris Pigott
Board Member
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Chris has been a member of TTBC for 7 years and has a son that play in the Juniors Division. He Coached the Pirates to 4th Place in the Majors Division last year. He coached with Scott Shapiro with the 12U Team to the US Blue Crab, Cal Ripken Tournament over the Summer.
He cheers for the Boston Red Sox and outside Hong Kong, he calls Rhode Island, USA home.
Sherif Elmazi
Board Member
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Sherif has been a member of TTBC for 5 years and has a son that plays baseball for the Minors Division. Coaching this years 10U team to a 2nd Place win at the Turkey Tournament in Singapore.
He cheers for the New York Mets and calls South Carolina, USA home outside Hong Kong.