Training and Care for Overhead Athletes

Training Programs

Train with the Pros

Success on the diamond is built on a foundation of speed, strength and power, but these pillars look different for every player. Our programs customize workouts to match an athlete’s physical maturity, which obviously has a wide range from 8U to 18U to college and even the professional level.

To stay ahead of the curve, and more importantly, to make sure these athletes stay on the field, Slammers uses advanced technology and expertise of our Slammers Performance program to ensure the athletes not only understand how to work out appropriately, but why these exercises are key to their all around athleticism.

We bridge the gap between effort and efficiency using:

  • Biomechanical Analysis: Sensors and high-speed video to measure Range of Motion (ROM) and joint integrity. Force plate testing, gym aware (velocity based training equipment) and Dynameters all work together to create blueprint for each athlete.
  • Injury Prevention: By identifying "leaks" in a player's kinetic chain—such as limited hip mobility or shoulder instability—coaches can establish proper techniques that prevent the wear and tear that lead to injury.
  • Data-Driven Feedback: Technology allows players to see their progress in real-time, turning "feel" into "real" and ensuring every rep has a purpose.

The Personalized Roadmap

No two ballplayers are the same, which is why the journey begins with Individual assessments. These assessments create a roadmap, allowing coaches to funnel more attention into an athlete's deficiencies while sharpening their natural weapons. This level of individualized care ensures that when a player steps onto a high school field, they aren't just a "baseball player"—they are a finely-tuned athlete who understands exactly how their body moves and how to keep it at peak performance.

Learn more about Slammers Performance and Training:
Bailey Collins - Slammers Director of Performance
bcollins@slammersbaseball.com

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              Our Performance Coaches

              Isaac Kron

              Isaac Kron

              Youth and High School Coach, Instructor and Performance Coach

              Isaac is a former collegiate outfielder at Sierra College in Rocklin, California and Clarke University in Dubuque, Iowa. He graduated from the University of Denver with a BS in Psychology and an emphasis in neuroscience. Isaac’s been coaching at Slammers for 6 years at both the youth and high school levels. He’s overseen several slammers athletes who became baseball draft picks and are currently in the professional ranks.

              He plans to attend Physical Therapy school in the fall where he will focus on overhead athlete performance, rehabilitation and recovery.

              Bailey Collins

              Bailey Collins

              Director of Strength & Conditioning

              Bailey is a Colorado native, born and raised in Littleton, CO. Played baseball at Dakota Ridge High School from 2012-2016 where he was Jeffco player of the year in 2016. Bailey committed to play baseball at Concordia University Irvine where he received his BS in Kinesiology and then MS program for Masters in Exercise in Coaching. He would go on to be a 4X all-conference player, 2021 D2CCA all-west region, and is 1st in all-time career home runs

              Collins has worked with athletes from 8U to the Major Leagues. His passion lies in taking athletes to their next level and leaving a positive impact on those he gets to coach.

              Zoey Hammer

              Zoey Hammer

              Performance Coach and Instructor

              Zoey is a Colorado native. She attended Metropolitan State University of Denver where she received her BS in Exercise Science (with a minor in nutrition), and went on to become a CPT (certified personal trainer) from the National Academy of Sports Medicine.

              She’s been coaching for 5 years (last 3 at Slammers) and has worked with athletes from 8U up through the college level.

              Matt Pajak

              Matt Pajak

              Director of Performance Analytics

              Programs

              Youth Programs

              Youth Programs

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              High School Programs

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              Softball

              Softball

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