COACHING STAFF

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ERIC JONES

12u Manager/3rd Base Coach

Manager Eric Jones oversees our strategy and advises on the best course of action. Eric attended and graduated from Professional Umpiring school in Kissimmee, FL in 2010. He played his youth baseball in Newmarket. He attended Huron Heights S.S where he excelled in baseball (2004-2007) He started coaching Huron Heights S.S (2008-18,22) as Third Base and Pitching Coach. Capturing a YRAA championship (2009) and two OFSAA appearances (2009&2016). While at Huron, Eric is in contact with numerous American and Canadian colleges. He managed Nobleton/Newmarket Cornhuskers, Sr. Men's team from the NDBL (2013-2017)

After coming back from Professional Umpiring school he was awarded and named Umpire in Chief for Newmarket Baseball (2010-2015) He started umpiring in the IBL in 2010 and most recently in the WCBL for two seasons (2018,2019) Eric knows more about the game and rules than most. His Baseball I.Q rivals all coaches at all levels. He is always trying to develop and teach players to be better and smarter.

Chris Andrews

Bench Coach/Hitting/Infield Coach

Chris Andrews is 32 years old from Newmarket, ON and played Rep/Travel Baseball in Southern Ontario with a handful of teams in the GTA. Chris understands all players are different and deals with situations accordingly. He’s great with players and has a lot of Baseball knowledge and experience. Chris still plays Baseball and has his NCCP coaching certificate.

DWAINE NICHOL

Catching Instructor

Dwaine started his baseball career at a young age, playing 8 seasons of AAA baseball for the Etobicoke Rangers organization. As well as 3 OFFSA appearances for his high school Bishop Allen Academy, including a silver Medal. He later took his abilities further and was the leader of the Seneca College Baseball team from 2014-2018. Dwaine captured 2 team MVP's during his years at Seneca. He is inspired by previous professional coaches and would like to pass on his knowledge to the next generation.

DANIEL REES

Pitching Coach

Daniel started his elite career being recruited to pitch for the Ontario Tigers 14U team (2005-2006 season) Furthering his career he progressed under the watchful eye of the Canadian Thunderbirds Baseball Club for the 16U-18U years (2007-2009). During that time Daniel played for Huron Heights S.S as the only Freshman to make the team. In his Senior year Daniel was an excellent team leader and Captain, leading the team to capture a YRAA championship and solid appearance at OFSAA, alongside Eric Jones and Bryan Boudreau. With college in sight and careful consideration, Daniel sought after a scholarship to follow his dreams in a career in Firefighting and baseball. After attending a few different schools, and convincing coaches to make the trip to a scouting event, Daniel landed a scholarship to a D3 Junior college in Lansing Michigan. With bright eyes and a talent for the game, Daniel wants nothing more than to share his knowledge, as well create the starting path towards a scholarship for those striving for a future in post secondary and baseball.

BRAD MCLELLAN

Special Assistant (Pitchers)

Brad attended Huron Heights S.S and began playing elite baseball as a 16-year-old on an 18U Ontario Tigers Team. Under the tutelage of former New York Yankee, Adrian Hernandez, Brad played 2 years with this organization before moving onto the Canadian Thunderbirds Baseball Club. Brad played here for his final season before earning a scholarship to play with Morton College in Illinois. Brad aims to bring his knowledge, experience and love of the game to the next generation of athletes.