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Qualified Private Coach
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Akeem B.
Baseball
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Elite Baseball Instruction & Player Development (Ages 6+) View all coaching experience
Training Locations
Coach is willing to travel up to 25 miles
Packages
In-Person Training
for a single athlete
1 session package with Coach Akeem.
Session Length: 1 hour
$110 1 session + applicable fees
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In-Person Training
for a single athlete
3 session package with Coach Akeem.
Session Length: 1 hour
$315 3 sessions ($105/ea) + applicable fees
In-Person Training
for up to 2 athletes
A two-player lesson gives both athletes dynamic, game-realistic drills—like live cutoff plays, pitcher-catcher mechanics, or simulated competition—while allowing each player to recover and process real-time feedback while ... See More
Session Length: 1 hour
$150 1 session + applicable fees
In-Person Training
for a single athlete
5, 1 hour sessions of training!
Session Length: 1 hour
$510 5 sessions ($102/ea) + applicable fees
In-Person Training
for up to 10 athletes
1 hour of helping conduct a skillful practice for the whole team! Elite-level technical feedback while giving players a firsthand look at the work ethic, preparation, and mindset required to perform at the highest level!
Session Length: 1 hour
$155 1 session + applicable fees
In-Person Training
for up to 4 athletes
Perfect for those who like to gain a great amount of knowledge while working with their teammates by their side!
Session Length: 1 hour
$220 1 session + applicable fees
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Adults, Kids, Teenagers
Credentials
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Qualified Private Coach
Passed Coach Course
Services
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Adults, Kids, Teenagers
More About Coach Akeem
Professional Baseball Instruction | All Ages (6+)
Backed by 10+ years of active professional pitching experience, I help young athletes build elite confidence and master the foundational skills of baseball.
Core Focus Areas:
-Hitting & Pitching Mechanics
-Defense & Fielding
-Throwing Technique
-Arm Care & Injury Prevention
-Baseball Specific Agility & Conditioning
Major League Baseball (MLB) Debut: Reached the highest level of professional baseball, pitching for the New York Mets in 2021.
Top-Round MLB Draft Pick: Selected out of high school in the 2nd Round (62nd overall) by the Texas Rangers in the 2013 MLB June Amateur Draft.
High School Honors: Awarded South Carolina 4A State Player of the Year (2013).
Top Prospect Recognition: Ranked the #6 overall prospect in the Arizona League (AZL) by Baseball America following strong debut season (2013).
League Honors & Accolades:
-Texas League Pitcher of the Week with the Double-A Corpus Christi Hooks (Houston Astros, 2017).
-American Association All-Star Selection (MLB Partner League, 2023).
International & Winter League Experience:
Extensive international career including stints in the Mexican Pacific League (Cañeros de Los Mochis, 2017) and the Venezuelan Professional Baseball League (Caribes de Anzoátegui, 2018).
Global Pioneer: Roster member and key contributor during the historic 2025 inaugural season of Baseball United, the first professional baseball league in Dubai.
PITCHING DEVELOPMENT:
-Dynamic Warm-Up & Mobility: Dynamic stretch routine to prime the body for elite throwing movement.
-Mechanical Analysis: Detailed breakdown of motion phase by phase to maximize power and efficiency.
-Targeted Pitching Drills: Tailored drills designed to refine specific mechanical areas.
-Purposeful Catch Play: Applying technical drill adjustments directly into throwing progression.
-Arm Care & Recovery: Professional-grade exercises for arm health, strength, and injury prevention.
FIELDING & DEFENSE:
-Dynamic Warm-Up & Prep: Mobility work focused on hips, ankles, and athletic posture.
-Purposeful Throwing Routine: Structured catch play emphasizing transfer speed, footwork, and accuracy.
-Defensive Skill Drills: Fundamentals of gloving technique, lateral movement, and bad-hop recovery.
-Live Reps (Grounders & Pop Flies): Hands-on practice reading hops, angles, and ball flights off the bat.
-Game-Situation Throws: High-intensity reps executing decisions and throws under simulated game pressure.
HITTING MECHANICS & APPROACH:
-Dynamic Warm-Up: Mobility and rotation exercises targeting rotational power.
-Video & Visual Mechanics Breakdown: Targeted mechanical tune-ups addressed on an as-needed basis.
-Skill-Specific Hitting Drills: Station work targeting bat path, point of contact, and lower-body drive.
-Coach-Thrown Live BP: Translating mechanical changes into timing and contact during live pitch tracking.
Performance Enhancement Note: Custom agility and athletic conditioning segments can be integrated into any lesson upon request to build speed, explosiveness, and conditioning.
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Client Reviews
Kelli (CoachUp client)
First session went really well! Looking forward to #2!
Brandon (CoachUp client)
Our first lesson with Akeem was great! From proper warm up to pitching technique as well as arm care was excellent! Highly recommend!
Jeremy (CoachUp client)
Coach Akeem took our first lesson and my kid was pumped afterwards. He focused on the small things and I can’t wait to see what comes next. My kid is excited of what to come!
Patricia (CoachUp client)
My son had his first batting lesson with Coach Akeem last week. Lately he has been striking out. He had 2 games Sunday and he made more eye contact and did hit the ball the 3 times he was up to bat... Thank you coach he will definitely be going back for more lessons!
Robert (CoachUp client)
Akeem has been an outstanding pitching coach for my son. He does a great job breaking down the mechanics, explaining things in a way that makes sense, and making every session productive. More importantly, he genuinely cares about helping young players improve, both on the mound and mentally.
We’ve seen a noticeable difference in my son’s confidence, mechanics, and overall approach to pitching since working with Akeem. He pushes him to get better while still keeping the sessions positive and enjoyable.
I highly recommend Akeem to any parent looking for a knowledgeable, dedicated, and encouraging pitching coach.
Taylor (CoachUp client)
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Natalie (CoachUp client)
Coach Akeem was so helpful. He was great with my son right away helped with immediate adjustments he could see needed within minutes. He connected well with my son. We will be back! He brings a wealth of knowledge and understanding to all the mechanics.
Sherin (CoachUp client)
Akeem was great with my son! He was patient, professional, and made the session very enjoyable. My son really enjoyed the training, and we look forward to working with him again
Sean (CoachUp client)
Coach Bostick is amazing! We can definitely see the progress!
Cullen (CoachUp client)
I met Coach Akeem at a baseball facility that our team attends from time to time. I had my Little League team there for hitting lessons, and while we were there, we got to talking and he ended up giving the kids some helpful tips. The rest of the day, the kids couldn’t stop talking about how much they enjoyed working with him, so we decided to book some private lessons.
Coach Akeem has incredible patience with the kids and immediately identified several mechanical issues in their pitching that needed attention. His knowledge of the game, ability to teach, and positive attitude really stood out. He’s not only a great coach but also a great person. We’re looking forward to many more lessons with him in the near future.
Mayra (CoachUp client)
I really appreciate the way Coach Akeem identified the mechanical issues early and took the time to explain and demonstrate proper arm path and lower body usage to my son. His positive coaching approach and attention to healthy mechanics give me a lot of confidence in my sons development. We’re excited to keep building on the progress he made today with his guidance.
Lina (CoachUp client)
Thank you so much for the time and effort you invest in my son. It really shows how much you care, and we appreciate the way you work with him one-on-one. Your patience, guidance, and commitment are making a big difference, and we’re grateful to have you as his coach.
Thank you for everything you do.
Anderson (CoachUp client)
We couldn’t be more grateful for Akeem!—his patience, calm demeanor, and true Southern gentleman style make every lesson such a positive experience. As a former Astros pitcher, his knowledge is incredible, but it’s the way he connects with my 9-year-old beginner that really stands out. He builds confidence while teaching real skills, and my son looks forward to every session. I truly cannot say enough good about this man. Worth his weight in gold.
John (CoachUp client)
Coach Akeem takes the time to break down batting mechanics and provides an explanation of real-world game-time adjustments and strategies. He is super positive and provides understandable feedback and tips for training. As an athlete getting ready for college-level play, Coach Akeem's training style is really valuable.
Yoselle (CoachUp client)
We’ve had an amazing experience with our son’s baseball coach Akeem. For a 1st grader , it’s so important to build both skills and confidence at this age, and Coach Akeem has done exactly that. He’s incredibly patient, encouraging, and knows how to connect with young players in a way that keeps them engaged and excited to learn. Practice was positive, structured, and fun. Coach truly cares about his development and celebrates his progress. He focuses not only on mechanics but also on mindset, sportsmanship, and love for the game. It’s clear he genuinely cares. My 1st grader looks forward to his next lessons! If you’re looking for a coach who makes a lasting impact, this is the one!
Michelle (CoachUp client)
Coach Akeem is an exceptional coach for any young athlete eager to learn, develop strong fundamentals, and build a true love for the game of baseball. His attention to detail and commitment to proper technique, skill development, and injury prevention set him apart.
After just one lesson, I noticed a significant improvement in performance and confidence. I highly recommend Coach Akeem to anyone looking to take their athlete’s game to the next level.
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