Book Private Baseball Lessons with Coach Emilio
Consistent reps. Confident players. Game-ready performance.
Consistent reps. Confident players. Game-ready performance.
I’m a former NCAA All-American who now coaches travel ball with CBU Tampa and at Pinellas Park High School. My coaching style is built around positive energy, strong mechanical development, and repetition to create consistency. I focus on helping players translate what they do in training directly into game performance, while pushing them to grow both on and off the field. My goal is simple—help every player become a more confident, consistent, and complete version of themselves.
Trains in Clearwater & virtually
Available: Mon, Tues, Wed, Thurs, Fri, Sat, Sun
Works with all age groups
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Get to know Coach Emilio
About Me:
Emilio Abreu is a New Jersey native who developed his game both domestically and internationally, including training in the Dominican Republic under former MLB players and Hall of Famer Pedro Martínez. A standout infielder, he was ranked the #6 shortstop in the state of New Jersey during his high school career. Emilio went on to play at Winston-Salem State University, where he earned All-American honors, solidifying his reputation as a high-level competitor and student of the game.
How I can help you improve your game:
With experience as a former Division II All-American and training in the Dominican Republic under elite players, I bring a high-level understanding of the game to player development. I focus on building strong fundamentals through detailed mechanical work and consistent repetition, helping players translate practice into real game performance. My coaching emphasizes confidence, discipline, and accountability, pushing athletes to become more consistent, more prepared, and the best version of themselves on and off the field.
What a typical training session looks like with me:
A training session with me is structured, high-energy, and focused on building game-ready skills through repetition and attention to detail. We start with a dynamic warm-up and movement prep, then break into position-specific work—hitters focus on swing mechanics, timing, and approach through drills and live reps, while infielders, outfielders, and catchers work on footwork, glove work, and situational fundamentals. Pitchers focus on mechanics, command, and pitch execution. Every session is designed to translate directly into game performance, combining fundamentals, repetition, and competitive reps to help players build confidence, consistency, and overall development.
Career summary and accomplishments:
As a high school standout in New Jersey, he was ranked the #6 shortstop in the state and #217 nationally, and earned an invitation to the prestigious 2013 Under Armor Preseason All-American Tournament. He continued his success at the collegiate level with Winston-Salem State University, where he earned multiple national and regional honors, including NCAA Division II Atlantic All-Region First Team and ABCA/Rawlings All-Region recognition. Abreu was also named the 2017 CIAA Baseball Tournament MVP and earned NCCSIA All-State (College Division) honors, solidifying his reputation as a high-level competitor and impact player.
Best coach I ever had:
It's tough to only name one coach that has the most impact on my baseball career but I can name two. I will start with coach Jimmy, he was the coach who gave me the confidence to believe in myself and gave me the opportunity to play even when I didn't believe in myself. Next will be Coach Diomedes, he showed me the power of hard work. Showing me how to develop my skills to compete at a high level.
What athletes and parents should know about me:
Parents and athletes should know that I bring a combination of high-level playing experience and a genuine passion for player development. As a former Division II All-American, I understand what it takes to succeed at the next level, and I’m committed to helping each athlete reach their full potential. My coaching style is positive, detail-oriented, and focused on building strong fundamentals through repetition and consistency. I prioritize not only skill development, but also confidence, discipline, and a strong work ethic—creating an environment where players can grow both on and off the field.
Weekly Availability
Monday
Unavailable
Tuesday
10:00 pm - 2:00 am
Wednesday
10:00 pm - 2:00 am
Thursday
10:00 pm - 2:00 am
Friday
10:00 pm - 2:00 am
Saturday
11:00 am - 8:15 pm
Sunday
3:00 pm - 12:00 am
This is only general availability - more times may be available when booking!
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