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Evan was drafted in the 17th round by the Florida Marlins out of the University of Oklahoma where he is ranked number two in career appearances and in the top 10 in strikouts and innings pitched. With the Marlins from 2002 to 2005, Greusel gained organizational pitcher of the month honors in May of 2003.
As a member of the minor league Calgary Vipers, Evan was a standout with 4 all-star appearances, 6 time pitcher of the month, 3 time Viper pitcher of the year, and a starter at the 2008 Golden Baseball League All-Star Game.
Greusel also has an extensive coaching background in coaching taking the Diamond Bar High School baseball team to the playoffs in 05, and 06 as a pitching coach. He is currently Faith Lutheran High School's pitching coach here in Las Vegas and a personal pitching coach here at Cages.
Mike comes to Cages of Las Vegas as a former outfielder in the Boston Red Sox organization. He was a 9th round draft pick (184th overall) in 1980 , the same draft that the Mets picked Darryl Strawberry with the #1 pick. He was a Collegiate All-American and played in two consecutive all star games in Fenway Park facing local Las Vegas politician and Harvard grad Larry Brown in the mid-summer classic. He still holds the career and single season home run records 30 years after leaving UMass-Lowell, who's field ironically serves as the home of the Lowell Spinners, the short season Class A representative of the Boston Red Sox.
During his career, he was taught and influenced by Charlie Lau, who was Hall of Famer George Bretts hitting instructor and Hall of Famer Ted Williams—MLB's last .400 hitter. He worked out extensively with such Red Sox icons Carl Yastrezemski (MLB's last Triple Crown winner) and Carlton Fisk. Mike brings a boat load of passion and a unique combination of communication skills, patience, and hitting knowledge that kids of all ages can benefit from. You will learn swing thoughts that work in a game and under pressure. You will obtain proven and measurable results that you can see and feel. And most of all, you will learn how to make this game what it should be—FUN to play !
Mike is also the Father of MLB prospect Kris Bryant who currently plays Varsity Baseball for the Bonanza HS.
Jess Led the UNLV pitching staff in appearances (33) and saves (four), while tying for the lead in wins (11) and starts (18) ... The four saves tied for the second-most in the program's history in a single season ... Finished second in innings (109.2) and strikeouts (74) ... Had an ERA of 4.09 and an overall record of 11-7 ... Struck out five batters in a game on three occasions and at least one batter in 27 appearances ... Struck out 10 batters once against Southern Mississippi (Feb. 13) ... Allowed 145 hits and 88 runs (64 earned) ... Walked 52 ... Threw at least five innings in seven starts ... Notched first career win in 1.1 innings of relief against Illinois-Chicago (Feb. 6).
High School: A 2008 graduate of Dakota Ridge HS in Littleton, Colo. ... Lettered four years in softball ... Split time at Golden HS (freshman through junior years) prior to Dakota Ridge HS (senior) ... Helped her teams to three Jefferson County League championships and one second place finish ... Named a four-time all-state and all-conference honoree ... Was the strikeout leader in 4A from 2004-06 and in 5A in 2007 ... Played ASA travel ball, most recently with Quicksilver.
Tony is a former College and Professional Pitcher who has been a Full-Time Pitching Instructor and Pitching Consultant for local Little Leagues, Club Ball teams, High School and Legion Programs for the last 8 years.
But, enough about him! What you really need is an instructor that can teach you that pitching velocity is not a strength issue, but a momentum and speed of movement issue. Tony’s program is based on Sports Science research and the latest Bio-Mechanics as they relate to pitching. Tony teaches how lower body mechanics must be improved in order to produce energy for arm speed, as well as to create a strong foundation for the upper body. Poor lower body mechanics can reduce velocity, control and lead to arm injuries. Tony’s program is based on understanding the key components of developing explosive power through correct mechanics, balance, timing, smoothness and increased stride length.
Tony teaches the proper arm angle, hip and trunk rotation, correct weight transfer and enhanced follow-through (reduces rotator cuff and labrum injuries) Lessons also include discussions on defensive responsibilities, grip techniques and pitching strategy. Tony teaches these same techniques to his son Joey, who will be a junior at Bishop Gorman, whose fastball has been clocked at 94mph.
