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Hal Bagwell
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Hal Bagwell -
Head coach Ardrey Kell High School. Hal is one of the best 4A high school
coaches in our area as his program shows. Thanks to Hal's talent and
leadership his team's are
always at or near the top of NC's 4A high school baseball. We feel very
lucky to have a student and teacher of Hal's caliber as a part of our staff.
Coach Bagwell is available for team instruction or individual instruction. |
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Chet Greeson
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Coach Chet Greeson - Head baseball coach at
East Mecklenburg High School. Coach Greeson comes to us with a vast amount
of teaching, coaching and playing experience. 4 year starter at WCU, 1st
team all conference (2nd base), assistant coach (hitting / middle infield)
WCU. Area Representative and Level 1 instructor for the Doyle Baseball
Academy in Winter Haven, FL. 10 yrs AM Legion coaching experience, 19 yrs
high school coaching experience. Coach Greeson is available for individual,
group or team baseball instruction. |
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Travis Poole
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Coach Poole worked our summer camps in 2007 and is now available
for group & individual instruction. Coach Poole is currently the head coach at
Weddington High School. Coming from a strong winning program at JM
Robinson we feel confident coach Poole will have much success in his new
position at Weddington HS.
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Gary Robinson
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Coach Robinson joined us at camp in summer 2008. We are very
pleased to have a coach with his immense baseball experience and background.
Coach Robinson will work selected camps this summer as his schedule allows. He
will also be available for individual and group instruction at HQ4 Baseball.
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Danny Hignight
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Coach Hignight is the head baseball coach at Providence High School. He has
built, in a short time, one of the strongest high school baseball programs in
North Carolina. Coach Hignight was an instructor during our 2005 summer camps.
We are looking forward to having coach Hignight more involved at HQ4. We are
pleased to have such a fine coach as a part of our superb teaching staff. Coach
Hignight is available for individual, group and team instruction.
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David Darwin
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David has lent
his talents to our Pitching Mechanics DVD. David is
available on a limited basis. David played 7 years of professional
baseball. He graduated from West Mecklenburg High School in Charlotte,
NC. where he was ALL STATE his senior year and an AAU all American. David
attended Duke University where he earned ACC all Conference honors in '96.
David was drafted by the Tigers organization where he progressed through the
organization to play for the AAA Toledo Mudhens. He played in the Indians
org. for the AA Akron Aeros and AAA Buffalo Bisions. He was named pitcher of
the month in August of '97 and Southern League all star in '99 and also
received a gold glove award in '99. We are lucky to have an instructor with
such great credentials and such a great respect for teaching. David is a
available on a limited basis for group or team pitching instruction. |
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Wendell Robertson
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Coach Robertson is back with us at
selected camps during summer 2008. Coach Robertson is an experienced
baseball coach ready to help your players improve. His track record at
Providence High School and other top programs in our area show the value of
his baseball knowledge. Coach is available for individual and group
instruction at HQ4 Baseball. |
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Troy Caradonna
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During High School Troy was a
four year starter at Tampa’s Berkeley Prep. He made the all conference team
for three years and was an all county player for two years. Troy was
distinguished as an all state player in his senior year.
Troy played
his college baseball at Duke University. He set
many records including games played and games started and was named the
team's captain in his Junior and Senior year. As a senior Troy was a semi
finalist for the Johnny Bench award which distinguishes the county’s most
outstanding catcher.
Summer Baseball: Troy
played for the Wilmington Sharks between his
Freshman and Sophomore year. The next summer he played for the Orleans
Cardinals in the Cape Cod League. He was named to the mid year and final all
star team.
After Duke
Troy signed with the New York Yankees. Since then, he played for and has
been coached by Yankee legends such as Tommy John, Darryl Strawberry and
Dwight Gooden. Spring 2005 Troy accepted a job on the NY Yankees coaching
staff where he worked for 2 years. Troy is currently working in the sports
agency field in Chicago, Il. Troy shared his catching and hitting knowledge to our "Catcher
Techniques DVD and our "Hitting Fundamentals DVDs". Due
to job commitments Troy is no longer
available for instruction in our facility.
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John Ennis
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John is a pitcher from the Los Angeles area rafted by the Atlanta
Braves in the 14th round of the 1998 amateur draft. After several years with the
Braves organization he was traded to Detroit. John appeared in 12 games as a
reliever in 2004 for the Tigers and spent this past season with the AAA Toledo
Mudhens. During the off season John signed with the Phillies. John will be available for group instruction or individual instruction
in the off season. |
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Ben Cook
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Ben Cook - Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist. Ben is an expert when it comes to training your player or team
to be better athletes. Speed, agility, strength and conditioning are what he
knows best. Ben has trained the UNC Tarheels Basketball team, numerous pro
football, basketball and baseball players, along with working and designing
rehab programs for many injured athletes. Ben's methods and drills can make your
player or team faster, stronger and more agile! Ben is available on a limited
basis, call for availability.
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Mark Griffin
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Mark played
at Providence High School from 1998- 2001. As a catcher for the Panthers
earned All- Conference honors. Also earned Best Defensive Player and Best
Offensive Player while at Providence. Played at the collegiate level for
Coach Mike Fox at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill from
2001-2004. Member of teams that played in 3 NCAA Regional tournaments and 1 NCAA Super
Regional. While at UNC earned All- ACC Academic honors and also the Tripp
Bourne Most Dedicated Player Award. Mark also has experience as a head
coach for youth AAU baseball. Mark is available for catching, hitting &
group instruction. |
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Danny Bilotta
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Coach Bilotta played at South Mecklenburg
'93-'96, coached the JV team at South Meck. high school under Bagwell
in '97 ( record 10-2 conference champs).
Danny coached the freshman team at Watauga High school in '00 ( record 7-1
), assistant varsity coach at Watauga in 2001. Was an assistant varsity
coach to Chet Greeson at East Meck. high school in 2002. JV
coach at East Meck form 2003 to present. Coach Bilotta has worked with Coach
Bagwell and Coach Greeson throughout his coaching career. Coach "B" is
available for individual, group or team instruction.
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AJ "Skeeter" Wright
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AJ was a colligate player @ Coastal Carolina, pro playing experience
with the Reds organization and has 9 yrs. coaching
experience working with high school and college prep teams. Coach Wright has
a great teaching background. We feel very lucky to have his talent
available to us. Coach Wright is available for group, team or individual instruction.
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Jason Johnson
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Jason recently retired from
professional baseball after playing for 6 years in the Philadelphia Phillies organization and
2 years with the Long Island Ducks. Jason was both
a South Atlantic League and Florida State League All-Star, where he
consistently led his teams in at bats, hits, triples, and stolen bases. He
progressed to Double-A with the Reading Phillies where he led the team in
outfield assists and was second on the team with a .285 batting average. He
was first drafted by Cincinnati in 1995, but opted for Chaffey Junior
College, before being drafted by the Phillies in 1996. Jason was a high
school standout at Montclair High School, in Montclair, California, where he
was 2 time All-Inland Valley and batted over .500 his senior year. Jason is
retired from pro baseball and now working as a police officer in the
Charlotte area. Jason is
available individual or group instruction. |
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Derek Shoe
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Derek's on
the coaching staff at Pfeiffer University. The falcons were ranked as high as 10th in the
nation in 2005 (NCAA DII). At Pfeiffer, Derek works with hitters, infielders and
base running. The falcons were among the nation's leaders in team batting
average, runs scored and homeruns. Before coming to
Pfeiffer, Derek was an assistant coach at Mt. Pleasant High School. Mt.
Pleasant was ranked as high as 2nd in North Carolina 2A. He also coached the
Bandits 13U Baseball Club to back to back USSSA State Championships. Derek
is available for team or individual instruction.
Derek also owns East Coast
Bat Co. and produces custom wood bats.
www.eastcoastbats.com |
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Clint Koppe
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Coach Koppe
attended University of Texas and was drafted in 6th round of the 1994 draft
by the Cincinnati Reds. Injuries cut his professional playing career short.
In addition to lessons clinics and group instruction Clint also works our summer camps. He is
currently assistant coach at East Mecklenburg High School in Charlotte, NC.
Coach Koppe has 5 years of professional pitching experience and is a CMS
teacher and a teacher of baseball! Coach Koppe is available for individual
or group instruction. |
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Mike Daniel
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Mike played at South Mecklenburg High School from 1999-2002.
Was an all-conference and all-state outfielder/pitcher selection in 2002,
and was awarded team MVP honors. Hit .415 at the plate and went 6-2 on
the mound as a pitcher. Daniel then attended the University of North
Carolina-Chapel Hill, where he hit .248 as a freshman, .320 as a
sophomore, and led the team in hitting with a .351 batting average as a
junior. Was awarded to the NCAA Columbia, South Carolina Regional
All-Tournament team in 2004. Played in a total of 164 games at UNC and
had career numbers of .308 with 7 HR and 64 RBI, along with a total of 31
doubles and 4 triples. In 2005, Daniel was drafted by the Washington
Nationals in the 7th Round (204th pick overall). Played in short season A
class Vermont where he hit .260 with 3 HR and 25 RBI and played in 67
games. Mike is available in the off season for team, group or individual
instruction.
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Morris Madden
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We are very pleased to have Coach Madden's expertise and
wisdom available to our players. He has a great rapport with all players but
especially with left handed pitchers. Coach Madden has 9 years pro baseball
experience as a left handed reliever. He was drafted in by the Pirates 1979.
Coach Madden also played for the Dodgers during his career. Coach Madden is
available for group or individual instruction.
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Jeff Long
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Jeff played his high school ball for Campbell High School in
Cobb County, Georgia. All conference selection 3 years as well as Georgia
Dugout All-State team as a senior. Played his college ball at Gardner-Webb
University where he was a four year starting pitcher for the Bulldogs. Named
team captain his senior year comprising a 7-4 record with a 3.57 team
leading E.R.A. Following his senior year, Jeff was drafted by the Atlanta
Braves in the 12th round of the 2004 draft, but a shoulder injury cut his
opportunity with the Braves short.
Jeff has played the last two seasons professionally with the Kalamazoo Kings
of the Frontier League. This past year he posted an 11-5 record with a 3.85
E.R.A while leading the league in innings pitched with 140 and complete
games with 4 in 20 starts. Jeff will be returning for his third year with
the Kings this Spring, but is available for private or group lessons until
he has to report in early May.
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Jimmy Cochran
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Jimmy comes to us from Western Carolina University. He's
currently head baseball coach at Parkwood High School. Jimmy is
another of our instructors with good baseball background. He has baseball playing
experience, coaching experience and teaching ability. Coach Cochran is available for group or
individual instruction. |
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Shelton Grant
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1986-1990 played varsity baseball at Western Carolina
under then head coach Jack Legget. Started two years as the Catamounts
left fielder and lead off batter and was a member of two Southern
Conference championship teams. After a solid college career, Shelton went
own to work six years in the New York Yankees minor league system in a
administrative capacity. During this time he began instructing and
coaching young baseball players in the Piedmont Triad Area. Shelton has a
strong dedication to the game and believes that with hard work,
commitment, and proper instruction any young person can achieve at any
endeavor. Shelton is available for team, group & individual instruction.
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Steve Pritchard
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Steve had a strong college career as a shortstop at WCU.
After college Steve played a professional baseball. As a rookie in 1994
Steve played in the minor league system for several years. After his playing
career Steve joined the fire department. Steve is currently on the coaching
staff @ E. Meck. high school. Steve is available for individual, group or
team instruction. |
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Justin Davies
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Justin attended West Babylon High School in NY, NY. After
high school Justin attended Queens College in New York. From 1999 to 2005
Justin was a crowd favorite and centerfield standout player with the Long
Island Ducks. Justin is now retired from pro baseball working for the CPD.
Justin is available for individual, group or team instruction. |
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Al Dahlgren & Marty Barker
co-owners - HQ4 Baseball Inc.
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Our goal is to provide a top notch baseball
training facility and the best teachers of baseball available and to give
individuals, coaches and leagues the resources to teach fundamental skills
that will help each player have more success on the baseball field.
We will do everything we can to provide your player / players, team,
organization and league with tools
for success. We hope your player / players will have fun and learn skills that will
help him not only in game of baseball but also in game of life. |
