Head Coach & Director of Player Development
About:
Experienced in coaching youth, college, and professional-level players
Profile:
I’ve had the privilege of working with athletes across various levels of the game, from youth to college and pro-level development.
Coaching & Leadership Career:
My experience includes coaching and leadership roles with programs such as the MLB Puerto Rico Youth Elite Program, Leadership Christian Academy (where I served as both Dean and Athletic Director), International Baseball Academy, and PRIBL (Puerto Rico Independent Baseball League).
Life Lessons:
I’m passionate about helping players grow both on and off the field through discipline, mentorship, and love for the game.
Assistant Coach
Profile:
I’m married to my wife Hannah, and we have a brown lab named Wrigley. We just recently moved to Fairview and love the area. After 7 seasons playing baseball professionally this is my first season coaching with the Stingers. I really enjoy all things sports. I grew up as a 3 sport athlete playing baseball, basketball, and football. Post baseball career I’ve really enjoyed playing golf with friends, and continuing to work out and focus on overall fitness. I graduated from Lynn University in Boca Raton, FL with my Bachelor’s Degree in Sports Management before turning Pro.
Coaching & Leadership Career:
I have spent most of my off seasons during my playing career giving hitting/fielding lessons to younger players. I’ve always found joy in helping based off my experiences playing. Which is the same thing I have tried to bring to the Stingers. Sharing my experiences and helping them by showing and doing rather than just talking about it. Lead by example!
Key Skills & Strengths:
7 Professional seasons (Pirates, Orioles, Brewers)
Spent last 3 seasons in Triple A Nashville Sounds
Career numbers: .235 Batting Average, 72 Homeruns, 286 RBI, .750 OPS
Life Lessons:
The game of baseball truly has brought me everywhere. And it’s taught me so much. Learning to deal with failure is the name of the game. It’s a lot easier said than done, however that’s my biggest goal being a part of the Stingers is help each of our players learn to deal with failure and come back trying harder the next time!
- 1% better every day!
Bench Coach
Profile:
I am a devoted family man and I am blessed to be supported by my wife Christi, and our three awesome children Braylon, Baylor and Caroline.
As a family, we stand strong in our faith and we all share a love for sports. Sports have taught me so many things that apply to real life and I love being able to have the opportunity to mentor and coach such a great group of young men here with the Stingers.
I am going on my second season with the Stingers, my message and prayers for this team have remained the same.
Everyday we show up, whether it is to practice or to a game. Let’s compete at a high level in a way that is pleasing to Christ, your family, your coaches and your teammates..
Coaching & Leadership Career:
I am a passionate baseball coach that is driven by my faith and fueled by competition. I bring years of travel baseball experience and a true passion for developing young
athletes both on and off the field. Having previously been the Founder, President, and a Coach of a respected local travel ball program, I bring a strong understanding of the game, player development, and team culture. My coaching
style emphasizes accountability, discipline, confidence, teamwork, and character development while creating an environment where players can thrive competitively and personally.
Life Lessons:
“Failure is never final” as an athlete, none of us want to fail, but failure is definitely apart of the game.
Overcoming that failure is what gets me excited. We want all of our Stingers athletes to have the “Next Play” mentality.
Pitching Coach
Coaching & Leadership Career:
2008-2011: Pitching instructor in youth leagues and coach at the baseball school in Mayagüez, PR
2015-Present: Pitching coach for MLB’s Elite Program in Puerto Rico and pitching coach in Puerto Rico’s Superior Amateur League, Doble A
2021: Sectional champion with Patrulleros de San Sebastián
2022: Sectional champion and Final Four appearance with Libertadores de Hormigueros
2023: Head Coach, Junior Program ages 12-14, West area Mayagüez, MLB Elite Program PR
2026: Head Coach, Senior Program ages 15-19, South area Ponce, PR
Professional Profile:
Former professional pitcher with experience in the Dodgers, Mets, and Padres organizations. Specialized in pitcher development, mechanics, and arm care. Currently working with the Stingers organization in Fairview, Tennessee to help young pitchers refine their mechanics, stay healthy, and prepare for the next level.
Life Lessons:
Baseball taught me discipline, resilience, and the importance of preparation. My goal isn’t just to develop better baseball players, but better young men.