The Blueclaws coaching staff has competed at the MLB and collegiate level. They know what it takes to get to the next level because they’ve been there — and they come back every day to show your athlete the way. These are coaches who study the game, know their players by name, and hold them to a standard that builds something real.
Director of Baseball Operations
A fundamentals-focused coach dedicated to developing disciplined and game-ready athletes.
8U
Specializes in pitching strategy and building confident, competitive players.
Assistant Dustin Lake
Assistant Chris Dean
A fundamentals-focused coach dedicated to developing disciplined and game-ready athletes.
Assistant Grant Garretson
Focused on strength, defense, and fostering a strong team mindset.
Assistant Tyler Manning
Assistant Dustin Lake
A fundamentals-focused coach dedicated to developing disciplined and game-ready athletes.
Assistant Grant Garretson
Focused on strength, defense, and fostering a strong team mindset.
Assistant Tyler Manning










Interested in becoming a member of the North Florida Blueclaws Coaching Staff? Send us a message so we can set up an interview.
Every player begins with simple tools and a desire to improve, and we take care of the rest. Our coaches guide athletes through hitting, fielding, throwing, and game awareness using proven training methods and consistent practice routines. With organized sessions and supportive teammates, players develop skills, discipline, and the love for baseball that keeps them progressing season after season.
Structured coaching programs designed to help you grow
Structured coaching programs designed to help you grow