Viera, FL

Become a game changer. Baseball & Softball lessons with our AMAZING COACHES.

About Us

We are a 6,000 sqft. indoor facility, offering Baseball & Softball lessons and cage rentals. You can rather book a lesson with one of our instructors or rent a cage for your own usage. We’d like to be seen as a place where kids and youth can begin or improve their path as baseball & softball players.

At Ballplex we want to help you take your game to the next level. We offer you the necessary tools to make your training a great experience.

Our coaches are committed to providing comprehensive training, where they not only seek to improve the fundamentals and techniques of every stage of the game, but also instilling good values to our players, by communicating the importance of having a good attitude on and off the field, with a positive, winning and camaraderie mentality.

Our Values

Each one of us is a real BALLER

Bravery

To take a step forward and dare to improve, to change the game and be committed to showing up every day, no matter what. That makes you one of us.

The will to Learn

Our contribution is to share all our knowledge and keep our ears and eyes open, to improve our methods and adapt to what our players, clients and staff need.

Empathy

“If there is a secret to success, it lies in the ability to get the other person’s point of view and see things from that person’s angle, as well as your own”. (Henry Ford).

Authenticity

We don't use molds. Our training plan adapts to each player and their characteristics. Your potential is authentic and so are our methods of exploiting it.

Loyalty

To the game, to our clients, players and staff. We respect the process and everything it involves. In the face of difficulty, we become great by helping those who need it.

Remarkable

Our day-to-day commitment is to offer the best lesson, the best tools and the best place for you to improve your game and have the best experience.

Our Staff

Coaches

Leo Rojas

Head of Player Development

COACH LEO is our Head of Player Development. He’s in charge of leading everything related to the preparation and execution of the lessons and programs. Has extensive experience in player development and his focus is not only on developing great players but also great kids. Leo was a professional catcher for the San Francisco Giants, playing in the different Minors levels of the organization for 4 years. He also has experience as a coach for the Giants, being one of the coaches of the organization's academy in the Dominican Republic. Leo also had work experience within a player representation agency. Leo offers high level catching and hitting lessons to his players. In addition, his social media has incredible content. Follow him on @leobsbl.

Lessons: catching, hitting (Baseball & Softball).

“Imposible dreams demand impossible work ethic, let's get to work".


Santiago Chirino

Hitting & Fielding Coach

Signed as an international free agent by the Texas Rangers in 2008, COACH CHI-CHI brings his 13 years of experience as a baseball professional player. He’s one of the most recent incorporation to our crew. He’s known as the Frontier League (MiLB) Hit King, since he has the hits and runs scored record in the history of the league, isn’t that cool? Santiago had a 1 year experience as an MiLB player-coach and have more that 4 years coaching young players. He’s got a lot of fresh coaching and player insights and is very motivated to start this new stage of his career as player development coach in Melbourne, FL. Follow Coach Santiago on his social media @santiagochirino.

Lessons: hitting, fielding (Baseball & Softball).

“Never allow the fear of striking out keep you from playing the game” - Babe Ruth.


Melissa Martínez

Softball Hitting Coach

COACH MELISSA played 4 years as a D1 softball player at Florida Atlantic University. She was an assistant coach for a summer ball travel team in 2017 and has been giving private softballs lessons since 2020. She focus in all-game aspects, specially in hitting and infield defense. She speaks both english and spanish. Follow Coach Melissa on her social media @xmelissaamartinez.

Lessons: hitting, fielding (Softball).

“A true champion is someone who wants to make a difference, who never gives up, and who gives everything she has no matter what the circumstances are”- Dot Richardson.


Austin Dennis

Hitting & Fielding Coach

Our guy from Rockledge, FL. COACH AUSTIN has been working with kids development since 2020, focusing on hitting, pitching and defense. He played OF, IF and pitched at Middle Tennessee State University. He was drafted in 2018 by the Houston Astros, played AAA for the organization and also AA for the KC Royals. He’s currently playing Independent ball.

Follow Coach Austin on his social media @austindennis2.

Lessons: hitting, fielding (Baseball).

“Every strike brings me closer to the next home run.” - Yogi Berra.


Sean Farrell

Head of Pitching Development

The best way to describe COACH FARRELL is by mentioning the over 100 players who have successfully made it onto college teams and the numerous draft picks who have been under his guidance. He was drafted by New York Mets in 2001 and played 7 years professionally for various teams He was the Pitching Coach for Suffolk community College in Brentwood, NY from 2008 to 2010. Before moving to Melbourne FL, coach Farrell was the Director of Pitching for TBT Pitching Lab in Boca Raton and Margate, Florida and the Pitching Development Coach for Elite Squad Academy. He's been a Private Pitching Instructor for more than 22 years and is an advisor/coach of several current Minor League/MLB players. Follow him on Instagram @farrellpitching.

Lessons: pitching (Baseball).

"Let your arm do the talking".


Tristen Carranza

Hitting & Fielding Coach

Originally from El Centro, CA, moved to Brevard County after finishing his 4th professional season. Son of former Colorado Rockies, Pedro Carranza, COACH TRISTEN comes from a baseball family originally from Mexico. While in High School he was Drafted in the Mexican Winter League by the Aguilas de Mexicali and was offered to sign as a Free Agent with the Chicago Cubs in 2015 but decided to pursue his education. After his collegiate career came to an end he signed a free agent contract with the Arizona Diamondbacks where he was named a Pioneer League All-Star in 2019. He currently works in the New York Mets minor league system and is eager to help the next generation of players.

Lessons: hitting, fielding (Baseball & Softball).

A teacher is never a giver of truth, he is a guide, a pointer to the truth that each student must find for himself. A good teacher is merely a catalyst” .


Raychel Trocki

Softball Pitching Coach

Coach Raychel brings a wealth of experience and passion to our coaching team. A standout player at the Florida Institute of Technology from 2019-2021, Raychel has transitioned her on-field success into a dynamic coaching career, now with six years of experience under her belt. Her dedication to developing young talent is evident, with over 10 pitchers under her guidance having secured scholarships at various levels, ranging from Junior College to Division 1. Raychel’s coaching style is characterized by her deep knowledge of the game, her patience, and her genuine passion for helping young athletes grow both on and off the field. Follow Coach Raychel in Instagram: @coach.raychel.

Lessons: pitching (Softball).

If you want it bad enough and you’re willing to make the sacrifices, you can do it. But first you have to believe in yourself.” - Jennie Finch