A COMPLETE TEAM DEVELOPMENT MODEL
Three Training Environments. One Purpose.
Pipeline Baseball is structured around a progression model that mirrors how high-level players actually develop. Each phase serves a specific role in the athlete’s growth—working together to create measurable, long-term improvement. Rather than relying on isolated practices or game-only environments, our system intentionally connects training, application, and evaluation into one continuous cycle. Players build their skills in a controlled setting, learn how to apply them in team environments, and then test and refine those skills through competition. This approach ensures that development is purposeful, trackable, and aligned with what is required at the next level.
If development feels scattered, expensive, and unclear—you’re not alone. Here’s why the traditional model falls short.
The Problem With The Traditional Model
Most youth baseball programs aren’t built for real development.
Practices are limited, reps are low, and the focus is on the team—not the individual player. Games and tournaments are often treated as development, even though very little actual improvement happens in game settings.
To make up for it, families are forced to piece together private lessons, trainers, and extra work on their own—creating a system that is expensive, time-consuming, and disconnected.
The Reality
Players end up bouncing between coaches, instructors, and trainers who rarely communicate—without a clear plan guiding their development.
There’s no structure. No continuity. And often no true off-season progression to keep players healthy and improving.
Parents spend more time driving, more money on training, and still struggle to find a system that actually works.
There's a better, more efficient way to develop players.
Why This Matter For Families
Instead of paying separately for lessons, team fees, strength work, cage time, and tournament baseball, Pipeline connects everything into one structured system. Your player gets more intentional reps, more consistent coaching, and a clearer path for improvement.
PIPELINE DEVELOPMENT SYSTEM
BUILD THE ATHLETE
- Structured, rep-heavy skill development sessions
- Strength, speed, and mobility training
- Individual development plans for each athlete
- Access to advanced training technology (HitTrax, Rapsodo, etc.)
- Coaching focused on long-term growth, not quick fixes
DEVELOP THE PLAYER
- Situational baseball and game IQ training
- Position-specific development and defensive work
- Offensive approach and game planning
- Decision-making under pressure
- Teaching players how to compete — not just participate
TEST THRU GAMEPLAY
- Selective, purpose-driven tournament schedule
- Real-game evaluation of skills and decision-making
- Feedback loops between games and training
- Clear roadmap for continued development
- Exposure opportunities that come AFTER development
We build players first — then let the game reveal their progress.
The Engine Behind Our Development
Tim
Lamonte
With over 25 years of professional coaching experience, Tim Lamonte brings a rare combination of high-level baseball knowledge, biomechanics, and data-driven training to hitters at every stage of development.
Whether working with youth or advanced athletes, Tim’s philosophy is simple: maximize potential by training smarter, not harder.
Cincinnati Reds – Assistant Hitting Coach (2023–2024)
New York Mets – Minor League Hitting Coordinator (2022)
Houston Astros – Complex Coordinator (2021)
Houston Astros – Hitting Coach (2019–2020)
B.S. in Kinesiology – Texas A&M University–Commerce
Matt
Miller
With over a decade of coaching experience and a background in Division I and professional baseball, Matt Miller brings a movement-based, development-first approach to pitching. His training focuses on building clean arm action, efficient movement patterns, and durable mechanics that support long-term performance and arm health.
Whether working with youth or advanced athletes, Matt’s philosophy is simple: move better, throw better, and stay healthy.
Team USA NTIS – Field Staff (2025–2026)
Division I & Professional Playing Background
Pitching Development Specialist – Movement & Arm Care
Cole
Dillon
Cole Dillon is a versatile catcher and infielder with a strong baseball pedigree as the son of longtime Major League hitting coach Joe Dillon. A product of McLennan JC, the University of Arizona, and Wichita State, he developed a reputation as a dedicated student of the game and a reliable presence on the field.
Whether working with youth or advanced athletes, Cole’s focus is simple: build confident hitters and complete catchers through preparation, attention to detail, and a strong understanding of the game.
Wichita State – Catcher/Infielder (2025)
University of Arizona – Catcher/Infielder (2024)
McLennan JC – Catcher/Infielder (2022–2023)
Hitting & Catching Development Specialist
TRYOUT REGISTRATION
NOW OPEN
FIND YOUR FIT. DEVELOPMENT DRIVEN PLAYER MODEL.
Tryouts for Pipeline Baseball are designed to evaluate far more than just a player’s current performance level. While on-field results matter, our staff places equal — if not greater — emphasis on athleticism, aptitude, and the ability to learn and adapt. We are intentionally looking for players who may not only perform well today, but who project to develop quickly within the right environment. This approach allows us to identify high-ceiling athletes who can accelerate their growth through structured training, coaching, and consistent repetition.
Throughout the tryout process, players will participate in a combination of field-based evaluations and athletic testing, giving our staff a complete picture of each athlete. This includes movement quality, arm strength, speed, defensive actions, and overall baseball instincts. In some cases, players may also be invited to complete in-person performance testing at ProMotion Performance to further assess strength, mobility, and measurable athletic traits — helping us build a more complete development profile.
Tryouts will take place throughout June and July, with a focus on building teams aligned not only in talent, but in work ethic, coachability, and ambition. Our goal is to bring together players whose mindsets complement one another, creating competitive environments where development is accelerated. By selecting athletes committed to improvement, we build teams that train with purpose, compete with intensity, and continue progressing long after tryouts are complete.
PIPELINE BASEBALL TEAMS
FALL 2026 → SPRING 2027
Our teams are not just rosters—they’re an extension of a complete development system designed to move athletes forward with purpose. Every player in our program is part of a structured progression that connects daily training, team instruction, and competitive gameplay into one unified path.
We don’t separate “training” from “teams.” We integrate them—so players aren’t just playing more games, they’re improving with intention every time they step on the field.
Each age group within Pipeline Baseball is designed with a specific developmental focus. As players grow, the environment evolves with them—physically, mentally, and competitively.
- Younger age groups focus on building foundational skills, confidence, and a love for the game
- Middle age groups begin to emphasize baseball IQ, situational awareness, and execution
- Older age groups transition into performance, exposure, and preparing for high school and beyond
Every step is intentional. Every phase builds on the one before it.
Aligned with the Best in Every Phase of the Game
Our partnership with PRD Baseball and Ghost National reflects a shared standard—developing, placing, and advancing players through proven systems at every level of the game.
As part of our long-term vision for player development, Pipeline Baseball is proud to align with PRD Baseball and Ghost National. This partnership reinforces our commitment to not only developing athletes at a high level, but also providing clear and credible pathways for advancement beyond our program.
While our primary focus remains building complete players through our training model, we recognize that development without opportunity limits long-term outcomes. Through the PRD and Ghost National network, our players will have access to national-level team opportunities, enhanced exposure, and placement within competitive environments that match their progression. In short, we’re not just developing players—we’re helping position them where their development can be seen, tested, and rewarded.
CONTACT PIPEPLINE
Have questions?
Choosing the right program for your athlete is an important decision, and we’re here to make that process as clear and comfortable as possible. If you have questions about our development model, teams, training structure, or upcoming tryouts, don’t hesitate to reach out.
Send us a message and a member of our staff will get back to you as soon as possible. We’re happy to help you determine if Pipeline Baseball is the right fit for your player.
