A proud native of West Tennessee, Michael is a lifelong baseball enthusiast who has been playing since tee ball. He co-founded the Tennessee Association of Vintage Baseball in 2012. His coaching career began in 2019, and he has experience across both recreational and travel baseball, he has been an assistant middle school coach since 2024.

He lives by the motto “Do Simple. Better.” Whether on or off the field, he emphasizes discipline in mastering the fundamentals. Every rep matters and presents an opportunity to improve. He is a strong advocate for integrating technology and data tracking to develop athletes, helping players scale their strengths and succeed at the next level.

Michael is BASE and “A” Certified through USA Baseball and holds certifications in Bat Sensors, Hitting, Strength, and Youth Development from Driveline Academy, along with NFHS Coaching Certification. He is a member of the Nashville Coaches Coalition and the Tennessee Baseball Coaches Association.

Originally from Southern California, Tommy is an ex-baseball player with a vast knowledge of the game. He was all-state at Thousand Oaks HS, started four total years at both Cal. Lutheran University & Westmont College, and played against/alongside current MLB players such as Christian Yelich, Nolan Arenado, Mike “Giancarlo” Stanton, Mike Moustakas, Trevor Bauer, Mike Montgomery, and many more.

He has studied hitting under the guidance of former 17-year MLB veteran & World Series champion (’81) Reggie Smith, learned managerial strategies from former San Francisco Giant’s winningest minor league manager Andy Skeels, and talks frequently with Page Odle of PSI Sports Management (represents Aaron Judge) about the state of the game. He absolutely loves baseball, and enjoys passing the knowledge he’s accumulated down to those aspiring to play at the highest levels.

Coach Crawford brings a passion for player development and several years of high school coaching experience to the program. He spent four years as an Assistant Baseball Coach and three years as the Head Junior Varsity Coach at John Overton High School in Nashville, Tennessee, where he played an integral role in building student-athletes both on and off the field.

During his time at Overton, Coach Crawford served as the varsity catchers coach while leading the JV program, focusing on skill development, fundamentals, and preparing players for success at the varsity level. In addition to on-field instruction, he assisted with program planning, game strategy, team logistics, player communication, and the day-to-day operations of the baseball program.

Coach Crawford is committed to creating a competitive, positive environment where athletes can grow in confidence, develop strong fundamentals, and learn the values of teamwork, accountability, and leadership. His hands-on coaching style and dedication to mentoring young players make him a valuable asset to the coaching staff and the athletes he serves.

Coach Lewis is a former NCAA Division II collegiate baseball player and experienced instructor with a passion for developing athletes both on and off the field. A four-year starting center fielder at Union University, Hayden competed in the highly competitive Gulf South Conference from 2016–2019, earning Gulf South Conference Freshman of the Week honors in 2016, Gulf South Conference Player of the Week in 2017, and Tennessee Sports Writers Association (TSWA) Player of the Week in 2018. 

Coach Hayden previously served as Head Coach at No Chance Baseball from 2020–2022 while also providing private hitting, fielding, and agility instruction to athletes of all ages. He has also worked as a youth camp instructor and is committed to helping players improve their skills, confidence, and understanding of the game.

Hayden earned his Bachelor of Science in Sports Management and Marketing from Union University. Known for his positive attitude, strong communication skills, and player-first coaching philosophy, he strives to develop fundamentally sound athletes who compete with confidence, discipline, and a love for the game.