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Coach Danny Price
Is a former college coach and former player. He was the head coach of the Florida International University (FIU) baseball team, a position that he held from 1980 until May 2007. During that span, he recorded 1,086 coaching victories at FIU and 299 career wins at Miami Dade College. He was then head coach at Miami Dade College from 2011 until his retirement in 2019. During his baseball career Coach Price has achieved
- 37 Year Career
- 1,086 Career Wins at FIU
- 299 Career Wins at Miami Dade College
- 11X Coach of the Year
- 24 Major League Players
- Over 75+ Players in Minors
- 3 First Round Picks
- 6 All Americans
Kyle Prats C.O.O.
Kyle Prats is a talented athlete hailing from Miami, Florida. He began his journey in the world of baseball at Christopher Columbus High School, where he honed his skills as an outfielder. Graduating in the Class of 2011, Kyle left a mark on the baseball program with his exceptional abilities on the field.
After high school, Kyle continued his baseball career at Miami Dade College. He played for Coach Price at MDC where a great bond and a mutual admiration was formed. In 2013, he proudly graduated from the college, armed with a wealth of experience and knowledge gained through rigorous training and competition. During his time at Miami Dade, Kyle's team emerged as the Southern Conference Champions, showcasing their remarkable talent and dedication to the sport.
Driven by his passion for the game, Kyle went on to pursue higher education at Campbell University, where he graduated in 2015. During his time at Campbell, he achieved yet another milestone as his team clinched the prestigious title of Big South Champions and participants in the Regional NCAA in South Carolina
When it comes to his collegiate statistics, Kyle's numbers speak for themselves. With an impressive batting average of .332, he consistently displayed his prowess at the plate, making valuable contributions to his team's success. Additionally, his on-base percentage (OBP) stood at an impressive .450, reflecting his ability to get on base and contribute to scoring opportunities. Kyle ran the 60 yard dash in 6.3 seconds.
Kyle Prats is a testament to hard work, perseverance, and a deep love for the game of baseball. His time at Christopher Columbus High School, Miami Dade College, and Campbell University have molded him into a skilled and accomplished outfielder, leaving a lasting legacy in the world of collegiate baseball.
Coach Mark Shives
Mark Shives is a former baseball player and coach with an impressive record of accomplishments. He played for the Kalamazoo Kodiak Pro Ball in 1997, and before that, he attended Florida International University from 1995 to 1997 and Hagerstown Community College from 1993 to 1995.
Shives' coaching career began in 1997 when he served as the pitching coach for Florida Christian and as an associate scout for the Seattle Mariners. Shives was assistant coach at Florida International from 97-2001. Coaching in 4 Regionals Shives coached on the 2000 Regional Championship team at South Bend. In 2002, he became the varsity baseball coach at Clear Spring High, a position he held until 2022. During his time there, he led the team to five conference titles, three regional championships, and one state title. Shives was also named Area Coach of the Year four times, Regional State Finalist Coach of the Year twice, and State Finalist Coach of the Year twice.
Coach Joe Rodriguez
Born in San Juan, Puerto Rico in 1974, Joe Rodriguez was raised in Cayey, Puerto Rico. He attended Indian Hills Community College in Iowa on a baseball scholarship, participating in the JUCO World Series for two consecutive years (1993-1994). Afterwards, he received a scholarship to Florida International University in Miami, Florida. At FIU, he achieved recognition as the NCAA Pitcher of the Year in 1996. Following his collegiate career, he was selected in the 1997 MLB Draft by the St. Louis Cardinals. He played at the Major League level from 1997-2004 alongside notable players like Mark McGuire, Albert Pujols, Eric Davis, David Ortiz, Tory Hunter, and Johan Santana. Throughout his baseball career, he also played for such organizations as the Minnesota Twins, Montreal Expos, Florida Marlins, Baltimore Orioles, Cleveland Indians, and the team that drafted him the St. Louis Cardinals. He also played overseas in Taiwan and in the Puerto Rican Professional Baseball League. After retiring, Joe ran a baseball facility called Raiders Baseball Academy, focusing on teaching the game to children and young adults.
- 2X JUCO World Series
- 1996 NCAA FIU Pitcher of the Year
- 1997 Drafted by St. Louis Cardinals