About
My service stands out because I am passionate about this game. I care about building a relationship and a sense of trust so that as we progress, my client can feel confident about the work they put in. I have been around baseball very long and in a time where there is so much to learn. I have experience with bits and pieces of many throwing programs as well as the technology. This game is advancing every year and as a player it's my job to keep up. I take that same approach with coaching. I want to produce better throwers and pitchers. Guiding the mind and putting the body through drills so that it becomes second nature. At the end of the day we want to throw hard and throw strikes.
Being able to relate to kids when they make a mistake or are figuring out a movement. I find enjoyment just thinking about getting them better and coming up with ways to get my clients better. Whether it's the mental game between the ears or perfecting a movement that I taught them. This game can be very negative due to the amount of "success" in it so I want to be an inspirational coach so that my clients feel more confident.
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
Introduction of myself and what I offer. I'll take the time to get to know my clients and their parents. I take my clients through a warm up and pre throwing drills. I'll also have the client go through some correctives for body movement and any sort of strengthening. Once loose and ready, I'll take the client through a throwing progression. After our throwing drills, we will wrap up with Arm Care and a little follow up of the lesson. My lessons book for 30min and 60min but I tend to talk a bit throughout the lesson so we will go over in time. Feel free to ask questions!
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Current Minor League Pitcher for Boston Red Sox. Was with New York Yankees from 2015-2018 then the Detroit Tigers, briefly, Rule 5 drafted by Boston in December of 2018. Parts of 3 years in AA (2017,18,19) 2 time Mid Season all-star in 2016 and 2017. Arizona Fall League participant in 2017.
I have coached in Seattle, WA with Rijo Athletics during my 2016 off season. I also coached at Bardo's Diamond Sports in Parker, CO in 2018 off season. Every season I participate in camps for kids at each of my affiliates.
This off season, I worked with Sean McCourt at THROWformance inside of The Sandlot in Castle Rock, CO. Recently moved back to STL to be closer to family and start my own program back where my roots are.
Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.
30min- $45
60min- $60
5 pack of 30min- $225
5 pack of 60min- $300
group sessions are up for discussion once I get enough clients to do so.
sessions will last 1.5 hours and cost..
4-$125
8-$250
Ideally, one would come 2 times a week for 4 weeks. Renewing every month. Limited to 4 sessions per week.
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How did you get started teaching?
I've ran camps and have done lessons for years since being in college. I love giving back and being able to teach kids how to throw/develop. I teach through my experiences and knowledge from the training I do for myself.
What types of students have you worked with?
Ages 4-27