Tennessee Trojan Baseball

Who We Are…

Coach: Alex Wittman

My passion has always been Baseball. Not just playing the game but in all aspects of the sport, the people who play it and how it can make a positive impact on those young athletes who pursue their professional development and their dreams.

To this end, I have sought out coaches who have developed tested and proven systems. (attached below)

I have adapted these teaching methods, creating programs to fit the individual needs of young athletes that will develop their skills as well as the physical and mental preparation that is essential for the game of baseball.

Just as important as player development, is character development. It starts with a coach’s example of respect for all players, coaches, parents, referees, and the game of baseball. The same is expected for each member of our team.

Winning is an important part of baseball and of course we all play to win. However, in baseball, as well as in life, there are times we have to deal with losing. Building a strong set of core values through a Christ centered life is one of the keys to building character and resilience.

This Is What We Believe In And Strive For
In The Trojans Baseball Program.

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Mentors and My Coaches

Tony Naile

  • Drafted in 1969 by Cardinals
  • After blowing out his knee, he became a scout for the
    Cardinals

Pete Wittman

  • Played Pro Ball overseas at the age of 17
  • Pitcher and player development coach

Buddy Alexander Head Coach at Brentwood Academy

  • 23 years as head coach of Brentwood Academy
  • 500+ wins with 5 STATE CHAMPIONSHIPS
  • Played College Baseball at Kentucky

Wes Timmons at Shorter University

  • Played College Ball at App State & Bethune-Cookman (Drafted in 2002)
  • Played 10 years of pro ball in the Braves and Athletics organizations
  • Coached at NC A&T before becoming head coach at Shorted University
  • Been with shorter since 2015

Heath Phillips at Shorter University

  • Drafted out of High School (2000) by the Chicago White Sox
  • Played 12 years of pro ball in many different organizations
  • Pitching coach at Shorter in 2016

Frank Suarez at Shorter University

  • Played for Coker College team played in the Division II World Series in 2013.
  • Coached at NC A&T before joining Wes at Shorter University
  • Coached from 2015 – 2021

Hitting Development Program

Pitching Development Program