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VP of Baseball -Tuckahoe Sports. Former Collegiate Head Coach and scout/Kids on First/ Advocacy Baseball Consultants/Regional Dir. Mid Atlantic Irish Green Sox

Richmond, VA
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Give us a call today to see how we can assist you in your recruiting journey
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Note to parents at games: Cheer for your son and his team. Don’t give instruction- it’s not helpful and u will turn off coaches looking at your son for the next level.
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I love when guys come in to hit- take 100 swings with the tee in the same spot, same height and think they actually did work. All they did was get an aerobic workout. You need to focus downfield, visualize a pitch, move the height and placement of the tee every 5-6 pitches =A+
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If you are in middle school and want to make your school team this spring-start swinging a drop 3 or wood bat now in training and games. You are doing a dis-service to yourself swinging -8 in weekend games just to get hits. Coaches should encourage players to do this.
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If you are a coach you need to seriously look at becoming a member of the @ABCA1945 @CoachB_ABCA Entering my 28th year, this past convention was one of the best in terms of speakers and vendors. If you are looking to get better the 75$ is worth every penny!!
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8 years
Teaching young players how to catch and throw properly has to be taught the correct way at the lower levels of baseball-very important
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8 years
Anytime you are doing throwing drills or warming up, make sure you make every throw have a purpose. Don't waste this important time
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6 years
Great night at the 4th Annual Tuckahoe Sports Banquet with special guest speaker Roger Clemens. Here Roger is dropping some nuggets on his change up. Set attendance record tonight!! Thanks to all who attended and supported the outstanding night!!
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7 years
Coaches and organizations focused on development need to have parents who have patience for the process
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2 years
My 2 cents on Tournaments- Directors-first make sure field is in good condition-2. If you are going to charge 30$ for parents to get in make sure the bathrooms work/ have soap/ paper towels. Concessions are a + and if field has a scoreboard pay a kid to work it.
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Show up early, work hard in practice sprint,to p/u balls and be the last one to leave the field. That's how you impress me
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Chris McKnight
7 years
Congrats to my daughter Corinne-She was selected as one of the finalists for Country showcase, had a song selected from a publisher and is working on her new EP. Keep working hard and pursue the dream!
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I love doing lessons with players who are focused, answer yes sir when you ask them a question, scurry to pick up balls after BP, and shake your hand while looking you in the eye when the lesson is over.
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7 years
Just finished up with our @NB_Baseball Future Stars Combine with @CABSoldier @jpabooth15 @A_Czajkowski18 @orioles_scout with out a doubt one of the best run/learning environments that our players have attended. Proud to be a part of this awesome program with great people!
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Chris McKnight
6 years
Days like this make my job really fun and cool. One of my younger students was putting together the backside into the swing today and when he crushed the ball a big smile flashed across his face.
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1 year
If you have not had a chance to see Jett Bristow 2025 Oriole @jett_bristow you need to soon Kid can run- sub 7/ exit velo at PBR Futures 104 (4 HRs at Natl Championship last week) 94 velo from OF/ .433 BA In 25 years of coaching college, pro and HS baseball one of the 💪🏻I have
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4 years
PBR in the house tonight getting metrics and video of all of our HS players @PBRVirginiaDC
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5 years
Have our new storage/charging station up for our ⁦ @DiamondKinetics ⁩ bat and ball sensors. Thanks to ⁦ @kellyhill11 ⁩ dad for the construction and install!
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6 years
Heard some players talking about the “grind” yesterday. If you really love doing something it’s not a grind- I know guys get tired but there a lot worse things that can be happening to you other then playing/working in Baseball. Gotta have passion for what you love!!
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5 years
Great catching camp Monday with Former MLB player Catching Coor Danny Sheaffer @ff_catching with his son MiLB player David. They will be back this summer in case you missed Danny dropping nuggets of knowledge today from his 40 years in pro ball.
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5 years
Great Night at the 2020 Lead Off Banquet with World Series Champion NY Yankee Jim Leyritz. Jim had a awesome message Be part of of organization that’s not just about baseball/softball ( it’s def a big part of what we do) but where also value CPA -character point average
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With legendary ABCA Hall of Fame coach and Mississippi State Head Coach Ron Polk we were talking about our first meeting 30 years ago at the Cherry Hill when I purchased his book. @ABCA1945
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5 years
Getting work in with @Drivelinebases with our Coaches Aaron McGarity of the New York Yankees Org. And Josh Youngman. All three groups sold out so get in early on next session.
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6 years
The Staff and I in the set at MLB Tonight
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Chris McKnight
7 years
Some outstanding speakers this weekend @BeTheBestClinic @CoachSheets3 @CoachDeggs28 talked about the impact you can have on the young men you lead and @ThatGuy__Kai did an First rate infield presentation. All of the speakers were great!
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6 years
Great meeting with Casey Roche from @DiamondKinetics to get our program started on their program. Outstanding info and I can’t wait to have our coaches and players use it. @orioles_scout
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4 years
Loyalty is a two way street. If Org’s want kids to stay and play for them- they have to want to develop them as well. If kids learn this valuable skill- it (Loyalty)will be very beneficial in their careers in and outside of baseball
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2 years
Jake Harris the Grinder Award for the Mid Atlantic Orioles on Sunday night when we held our Lead Off Experience. Great kid- one of hardest working catchers I know. The dude was always ready to catch a pen for anyone. BC is getting a very good player and a high character person
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7 years
Congrats to @noahcornwell7 on his commitment to JMU today. That's two @orioles_scout team players headed to Coach Ikenberry Congrats JMU
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1 year
What a special day I had the pleasure of being part of Three of my players signed their NLI’s today. I have had the opportunity to coach these young men since they were in grade school and have watched them develop into high level baseball players and great young men!!
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4 years
Great teams have great teammates which in turn creates great chemistry.
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7 years
If you are a coach every year u should reassess your teaching methods -stay up-to-date with new technology that can help your players
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7 years
Looking over my notes from this weekend from two great infield presentations from @CoachYourKids and @ThatGuy__Kai You need to follow these guys if you want to make your fielders better!
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2 years
After a gritty win today at the PBR National Championships, we held the Pro Putt Putt Golf Association finals in Emerson GA. We had fun! Love my guys and love what I get to call my job!
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1 year
Advocacy Baseball Welcomes Cooper Gornet @Cooper_Gornet @advocacy_base
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6 years
Super excited to announce Roger Clemens as our keynote speaker for the 2019 Lead Off Banquet. Tickets are on sale now and will sell out quick!! The Rocket is coming to Richmond!!
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5 years
If you are in Middle or HS and want to hit the ball harder/ increase velo/run faster etc..you better be on a weight training program that works-otherwise you are cheating yourself out of being the best you can be.
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7 years
Getting pumped! When you have convos about the @NB_Baseball @Program15BB @ftrstarsseries and MLB Clubs call it a “Premier scouting opportunity” while asking how they can become more involved, that’s a really good thing for players.
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7 years
Big News coming end of the week-getting ready to make TSI the place to be if you want to Advance your Game.
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5 years
Great pitching performances by Zach Boyd, Nick Suitte and Cody Bradt opening up the fall season for the 14u Mid Atlantic Orioles.
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3 years
Do y’all see how no player on these college softball teams are sitting on the bench pouting cause they aren’t playing?They are all on the fence cheering for their teammates. Take note on this. No one likes a selfish ball player. Team over me. Kara Hackett
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7 years
Congrats to Sam and JMU. You guys got a great pitcher and person.
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Jimmy Jackson
7 years
Always great hearing "I want to be a Duke!" @JMUBaseball 's future just got better. #2019 #GoDukes
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Great way to end our season! Boys played very good and I’m very proud of this team. Battled all season and the last two tourneys showed the passion and pride they have for the game! 143.
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11 months
Sending emails to college coaches.
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Chris McKnight
7 years
Huge announcement from TSI. Bill Ripken @RipkenBaseball will be our keynote speaker for our Lead Off Banquet. Will be a great night!
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Chris McKnight
7 years
Great mtg today with Casey from @DiamondKinetics to intergrate our training programs with this new technology to assist with our player development along with @ftrstarsseries @jpabooth15 @butchbaccala @A_Czajkowski18
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Chris McKnight
4 years
Great to be back on the field with my 14U Orioles. Guys played very well for the 1st tourney of the fall season going 3-0 winning the ship. Just build on the good weekend and keep getting 1% better every time we step on the field.
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7 years
"Remember life's not about money or what nice things you have, it's about how many lives you touch during your journey. this was on a story on facebook about working with kids!
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7 years
Mid-Atlantic Orioles had a BEAST of a 2017!!! 14 Commitments across the 2018-2019 classes!! 😱😱 And yes, 2018 is our FIRST graduating class!!! 💪 ➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖ Huge Congrats to all these guys who committed to their development process.
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2025 LHP Cal Travers @traverscg throws a 7-0 shutout this past weekend at Queens University in NC Travers threw 6 innings allowing only 4 hits and no walks while striking out 7.
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7 years
Lots of players say they are committed to working hard to achieve their goals and dreams-but if you are not doing something each day to improve and further your career-you are cheating yourself.
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6 years
When you have something important to say good or bad-don’t text me. Call and man up. My PSA for the day.
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8 years
Yelling out the location of pitches after my catcher sets up! Unbelievable! Of course I had to let him know. Respect the game
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the second annual Virginia Baseball Coaches Association Convention at Kingsmill in Williamsburg, Jan 9th-11th. Reason to attend: 1. Top notch presenters 2. Fellowship/networking with coaches from around the state @VBCA2018
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6 years
Great kickoff night @BeTheBestClinic with @CoachSheets3 and catching up with @eversonbaseball dropping some hitting nuggets
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7 years
Mid Atlantic Orioles Jr Scout Team takes home the ship at the NC Summer Invitational
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3 years
I’m not sure I get the divide between some hs coaches and academies. Telling kids in the off-season not to do anything with the academy is ridiculous. We are helping your kids get better for the hs season- monitored by coaches with tools like video and Rapsodo.
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8 years
Had a great show on ESPN 950 with guest @TroyPSilva talking about hitting. Show will be up on website this weekend.
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7 years
When doing your throwing program or warm ups make every throw have a purpose. Don't waste this valuable time!
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8 years
I'm amazed that so many youth coaches/parents yell out instructions on every play/pitch/swing. Very confusing for a kid.
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Chris McKnight
8 years
Need to get more Ground balls in? Find a wall and tennis ball. Wall never gets tired /work with glove hand/ backhands/glove side
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2 years
With baseball icon Jerry Weinstein- coach has done it all in baseball from college asst and head coach to z professional manager/ player development/ USA Baseball and more
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7 years
Congrats to @BrandonHill1134 member of the @orioles_scout team for throwing a no hitter yesterday 5 IP, 12 K's, 1 walk. Beat Caroline Cavaliers 15-0.
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7 years
Getting some sliding work in today with our Jr Titans campers
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6 years
If you are a baseball coach at any level and located in VA joining @ABCA1945 and @VBCA2018 is a no brainer. Great info available and building the brotherhood of baseball coaches. Clinics, podcasts and networking opportunities plus much more.
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7 years
New Hats came in today. Thx @RichardsonHats look sharp!
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5 years
Fired up to begin practice this week with my Mid Atlantic Orioles Guys. Getting to work with players who have a passion for the game of baseball and want to learn is great! Love my job!
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8 years
You can't have million dollar dreams with a minimum wage work ethic.
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2 years
Proud to be invited to serve on the board on this non profit Giving minority kids the ability to participate in baseball and prioritizing player development by removing fear of cost, transportation, and access to the sport, equipment, and coaching, to allow the player to excel.
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6 years
Getting some work in in reading hops.
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5 years
Player Evals Sunday. It’s a key part of development to show player and parents were they are at and what they need to do to get better. Having a plan for each player is what a real development program is about- not the 1.99 medals.
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1 year
My man Ethan comes to his lesson repping the O’s gear Looking good E!!
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8 years
Great night at RFP Park for Orioles tryout60 players attended. Scouts/college coaches got to see some talent tonight
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7 years
Back from a weekend of learning in Jersey and ready for @Program15BB @CABSoldier @jpabooth15 @A_Czajkowski18 @NB_Baseball Future Stars Combine at TSI.
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12u Orioles grinding out 3 games in a row today to take second place in the tourney. Overall great day of baseball-made some great defensive plays and executed with the bat. 1% better everytime you step on the field.
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7 years
Coming to TSI Nov 4th and 5th. Going to be an awesome event if you are a player 13-18 don't miss this combine! @Program15BB
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1 year
PBR Scout Day for the Orioles hitting session in progress!!
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11 months
putting your list of schools together.
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5 years
Had a fun time being interviewed by Travelball Select at the ABCA convention. Talking about development in youth baseball. Thanks Rick.
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Chris McKnight
7 years
Received my new @torcheyewear sunglasses today. They are great-Sponsor of @ftrstarsseries Thanks Janet
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7 years
Awesome weekend for Baseball Both our Jr/Sr Orioles teams won Ships and we had a great weekend of tryouts with very talented players
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2 years
Our pitchers and hitters getting the opportunity to throw/ hit live while gathering data from Rapsodo. The O’s are getting it done! Ready for HS season in two weeks.
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3 years
Take this next few weeks before HS baseball begins to work on the weaknesses and get stronger in the weight room. You will like the results.
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5 years
Working on some diving drills with the Mid Atlantic Orioles Infielders.
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12u Orioles tourney champs-Hitters with 10 jacks/ solid defensive effort by the boys!
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3 years
HS Players who are looking for guidance in the area of recruiting let us know how we can help.
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7 years
I’m glad to announce our new partnership with @DiamondKinetics for the 2018-19 season.
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1 year
Another awesome day with one of my players Sammy “The Bull” Bennett. Sam has been with the O’s program for 9 years and I’m very proud of his accomplishments and his commitment to Virginia Military Institute. @SamBenn57189082
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2 years
Excited for the @abca1945 convention to kick off today A few meeting and checking out over 350 vendors with some pretty cool training tools, plus the great clinics.
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7 years
Everyone young person needs a mentor in their career. Be that person and reach out to someone and pay it forward.
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2 years
Big W for @BaseballGodwin last night over Freeman HS 6-1. Orioles standouts on offense: @DylanHu12002267 Hudson 1-2 R RBI, @HankPiersol Hank Piersol 2-3 2RBI, @CaelanFunk Caelan Funk, @EricCap33288193 Eric Capps with one hit and One run each. Great job guys!!
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2 years
Congrats to the following Mid Atlantic Orioles for being named to the all tourney team!! Charlie Gunn, Zach Boyd, Hank Piersol, Pierce Moten, Davis Gaucher, Jett Bristow, Ryan Tucholka and Roland Thorneberry!!
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7 years
Getting work done with my guys doing some vision training with the bat rac
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5 years
Some four corner throwing action from our 14u Orioles practice
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8 years
Watching Soph Deep Run/Mid Atlantic Orioles RHP Brandon Hill make his varsity debut vs LeeDavis/Deep Run up 3-2 in 4th with 4ks
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Chris McKnight
5 years
Great few days down at the @ABCA1945 in Nashville. Met some new coaches, old friends and learned from the speakers. Appreciate ABCA staff1st class. Always come back with some new ideas. Now, onto the @VBCA2018 convention on Thursday. If you live in VA this is a must attend event!
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