About Us

About Us

About Recruits Baseball

Recruits Baseball is one of the premier baseball clubs & indoor training facilities in the Midwest, dedicated to developing athletes from the ground up. With teams ranging from 6u through 18u, our players come from across the bi-state area and beyond to compete at the highest levels of the game. The teams compete on a national level, against high end competition.

Since our first team in 2009 we have helped send over 120 players on to compete at the collegiate level, while also producing multiple MLB draft picks and professional players. Our mission goes far beyond wins and accolades – we strive to build well-rounded athletes who gain knowledge, confidence, and a relentless work ethic through our program.

Our state-of-the-art training facility, combined with a passionate and experienced coaching staff, provides players every opportunity to reach their full potential. We believe high-level baseball should be accessible to all, and we are committed to giving back to the community that supports us.

Mission

At Recruits Baseball Club, our mission is to develop athletes who excel on the field and in life. We are committed to providing elite-level training, top competition, and a supportive community where players build skill, confidence, and character. Through our passionate coaching staff, state-of-the-art facilities, and dedication to teaching the game the right way, we prepare our athletes to reach their full potential – whether that’s advancing to the next level of baseball or becoming leaders in their communities.

Player Development Staff

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Todd Stein
President

Former pro player for Arizona Diamondbacks
Founder of Elite Pitching Development Program
20+ years of experience
Former Pro Scout (St. Louis Cardinals)

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Dave Wiggins
Senior Director

Former college pitcher at Maryville U
Head Coach at Webster Groves HS
10 year professional instructor
EPD instructor

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Cameron Berra
High School Director / Recruiting Coordinator

Two sport athlete at Eastern Illinois
Academic All-American
10 years coaching Recruits Baseball

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Tyler Mischel
Hitting Director / 15U Coordinator

Elite Hitting Development
Former college player at Jefferson College & St. Catharine
Current Baseball Coach at Lindbergh High School

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Chad Gendron
Director of Pitching Operations / High School Pitching Development
14u Coach

Pitcher Heartland CC
Pitcher Murray State University
Professional Pitcher – Frontier League 3 seasons

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Christian Slazinik
Director of High School Pitching

Elite Pitching Development
Former college player at Eastern Illinois University
Current 15u Coach

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Conor Bickham
Director of Youth Pitching / Marketing Developer

Elite Pitching Development
Former college player at Aurora University
Current 12u Coach

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Joe Lasky
Director of Strength and Conditioning

Lasky Sports Performance
Former Football Player at Mckendree University
Certified Personal Trainer

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Justin Maloney
Infield Specialist / Director of Youth Hitting Development

Elite Hitting Development
Former college player at Truman State University
Current 11u Coach

Board of Advisors

Jeremy Accardo
Former MLB Pitcher
Former Player Development Staff and Pitching Coach for New York Mets
Current Pitching Coach for Arizona State University

Ross Ohlendorf
Former MLB Pitcher

Marty Stein
President Metro College League

Mike Rosenbaum
Former Coach, Current Prospect Analyst for MLB Pipeline

Jason Bell
MLB Field Coordinator for Houston Astros