All Players have dreams. It's part of our job to help them to fulfill those dreams!!! Remember these days, they don't last long. Make it worth their time.
With this being our fourth season at West Coast Baseball, we are extremely pleased to begin our program with a solid foundation focused on the student athlete. Our 2009 summer programs will consist of 12U, 13U, 14U, 15U, 16U and 18U teams. Our goal is to encourage each student athlete to reach their highest potential both on and off the field. Student Athletes participating in West Coast Baseball programs will learn the importance of scholastics, attitude, technique, dedication, work ethic and the importance of striving for excellence.
The Summer Program

  • 12U,13U,14U,15U,16U Teams July 1, 2009 – September 10, 2009
  • 18U Team June 9-August 18
  • Free entire facility usage on Tuesdays and Fridays
  • 1 - 2 Practice each week.
  • One Private Lesson each week with one of the following coaches: Terry Hardtke, Jason Hardtke, Jason Orr, Nattie George or Josh Blass.
  • 2 Local Tournaments each month (no expensive travel)
  • Non-tourney weeks include games or indoor practice.
  • Competitive Tournament team ($1550) and a Developmental Squad ($1095).

West Coast Baseball was founded by Terry & Jason Hardtke in 2006. We are working with Hardtke Baseball as our instruction arm. The combination of the West Coast Baseball philosophy and the excellence of Hardtke Baseball's training process makes this program a unique and rewarding experience for your baseball player. It will help him get to the 'Next Level'.

West Coast Baseball BIO's

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Nattie George

  • Overfelt HS Graduate
  • Played at San Jose City College (Drafted by four MLB Teams)
  • Played Cal State Fullerton (1981-82)
  • Signed with New York Yankees Organization
  • Recognized as a Leader in Hitting and Fielding instruction

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Jason Orr (Hitting Coach)

  • All-League Player at Wilcox HS
  • Played D1 Collegiate Baseball at SJSU and Hawaii-Hilo
  • Played JC ball at Mission College
  • Recognized as a Leader in Hitting and Catching instruction

Terry Hardtke (CEO of Hardtke Baseball, Hitting Instructor)

  • Former Head Coach at De Anza College
  • Hitting Coach at San Jose State University. The 1993 team set the all-time team batting average originally set in 1957.
  • High School Coach for 16 years
  • Currently an Associate Scout with the Seattle Mariners
  • Currently works with amateur and professional baseball players in evaluating their skills and assisting in improving their mental approach to Hitting. Will be the manager of the AZ Jr. Fall Classic Team.

Jason Hardtke (President of Hardtke Baseball, Hitting Instructor)

  • 12 Years as a Professional Baseball Player.
  • 3 years in the Majors (Mets 96’, 97’ and Cubs 98’)
  • All State HS baseball player (1988, 1989 and 1990)
  • Mercury/News Baseball Player of the Year (1990)
  • Member of the U.S. Olympic Festival Team (1988)
  • Member of the U.S. Olympic Team - 1999 Pan American Games
  • Currently is with the AZ D-Backs as a minor league hitting instructor. He will work with players in the fall at the AZ Fall Classic.

Mike Codiroli (Pitching Coach)

  • Mitty HS Grad
  • Played College ball at Stanford University
  • Played Pro Ball for 6 years.

 
Value
What am I really getting for my money?
Private Lessons $500.00
Sports Performance Workout $200.00
Facility Use (Tuesday and Friday) $90.00
Coaches Fee, Tournaments, Equipment, Fields, Insurance, etc $460.00
Total
 $1250.00
Team Website $?????
Direct Access to Next Level Collegiate Camps $?????
Direct Access to College Coaches and Major League Scouts $?????
Player Marketing $?????
Access to the Arizona Fall Classic   (Jr & Sr.) $?????