Coach Peter
Peter is the epitome of someone who’s had both playing and coaching success in the NCAA. He began his standout playing career at Catholic University, where he was a unanimous NCAA Division III All‑America in addition to earning both Mid‑Atlantic D3 Player of the Year and Landmark Conference Player of the Year honors. Setting the school records in single-season home runs, slugging percentage, total bases, and career slugging was paramount in helping lead his team to the College World Series. His successes at the D3 level were noticed by teams at the D1 level. As he pursued his master’s degree, Peter played for Villanova, where he logged a .220 batting average.
Peter has continued to make an impact as a coach, serving as recruiting coordinator at his alma mater, Catholic University, from 2022-2024. Since then, Peter has taken on the role of assistant coach at Haverford College, where his insight regarding player development and team strategy is valued.
As a private coach, Peter’s athletes improve their hitting mechanics, arm strength, game intelligence, and athleticism. But even more, Peter runs his lessons true to his commitment to develop players who believe in themselves.
Coaching Location: Malvern, PA
Coach Jake
A sharp and experienced baseball mentor, Coach Jake combines his elite playing credentials with thoughtful guidance to help young athletes on the diamond. A graduate of Johns Hopkins University, he was a standout pitcher who boasted a 2.29 ERA with 190 strikeouts over 232 innings. Finishing his collegiate career with a record of 21–8, the Delaware native earned First Team All-Centennial Conference and Second Team All-Region honors, as well as recognition as a Second Team Academic All-American.
Since hanging up the cleats, Jake has worked with 10 to 12 year-old baseball players, where he has honed his ability to develop young athletes’ technical skills and mental approach. However, he brings that same dedication and intelligence to athletes of all ages, approaching the development of each player holistically. Having seen the benefits of video analysis in his own career, Jake teaches his athletes to meticulously study film of their movements to identify and address any inconsistencies.
Jake values clear, two-way communication above all, so every athlete understands not only what to do but also why it matters. His approach is easy-going yet purposeful, customizing each session to the athlete’s goals, helping them set measurable objectives, and crafting a training path that builds confidence, performance, and a genuine love for the game.
Coaching Location: Ardmore, PA
Coach Sean
Growing up in the Philadelphia area, Coach Sean attended the local Strath Haven High School, where he played for Villanova Hall of Fame inductee Brian Fili. On the club circuit, Sean has represented Delco numerous times, including playing for the Delco Carpenter Cup team and the Delco Diamonds.
As a standout outfielder at York College of Pennsylvania, the two-time team captain recorded a .325 career batting average, leading the team in multiple hitting categories in his junior year. At the plate, Sean consistently ranked among the conference’s elite hitters. In the outfield, his on-field presence was marked by his sneaky-good speed, a combination that made him an integral piece of York’s lineup.
Sean’s coaching philosophy centers on maximizing each player’s strengths while making development enjoyable. Sessions begin with dynamic warmups before individualized position-specific drills, ranging from revamped swing mechanics, refined pitching grips, or enhanced fielding techniques. In this part of the coaching, Sean incorporates video analysis to help athletes better understand their throws and swings, ensuring the player’s technique is as perfect as possible.
Beyond technical training, Sean emphasizes mental resilience and enthusiasm. Sean’s mission isn’t just to improve skills, it’s also to help players fall in love with the game through practice and positive reinforcement. In a lesson with Sean, expect to be met with a smile while he works his magic to shape skilled and confident athletes.
Coaching Location: Media, PA
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