Bailey Hosko
Bailey Hosko graduated from Eastern Connecticut State University in 2022 with her BS in Elementary Education and English and is currently a sixth grade teacher at Killingly Intermediate School.Bailey played basketball, golf, and ran track at Norwich Free Academy and has pitched for several fastpitch softball organizations throughout her youth. Bailey has been pitching since the age of 8 and made her way back into pitching as a coach for L2L. She currently coaches basketball and track at Killingly Intermediate School. Bailey is passionate about fitness and fundamentals, and she understands how to work with athletes of all ages to enhance their skills on the mound.
Zach Zaneski
Zach is a CT Native and graduate of the University of Rhode Island. During 2008-2014, Zach played in the Minors and signed with both the Texas Rangers and Los Angeles A’s organizations.Zach will be working out of The Facility in Old Saybrook catching lessons for all age groups.
Adam Nuzzo
Adam Nuzzo is a professional baseball instructor with a passion for developing players' skills both on and off the field. As a player, Adam competed at the collegiate level and brings years of experience to his role as a coach.Currently, Adam works with players of all ages, focusing on hitting and fielding techniques while emphasizing the importance of mental preparation. His mission is to help athletes reach their full potential through personalized instruction and practical advice.
Travis LaPointe
Travis LaPointe is an accomplished coach with a track record of success in team building and player development. With years of coaching experience, he has helped athletes at all levels improve their performance on the field.Travis specializes in outfield defense and base running, offering unique insights that enhance game strategy. His coaching philosophy emphasizes hard work, dedication, and the importance of team dynamics in achieving success.
Ryan Fraser
Ryan graduated from UConn and attended Guilford High School where he was a three year varsity starter. He has been the varsity head coach at Old Saybrook High School since 2022. In the years prior he was the varsity assistant coach at Haddam-Killingworth High School. In his first year in 2022, the Rams won the shoreline conference championship against Valley Regional. Additionally, Ryan was named Shoreline Conference Coach of the Year and GameTimeCT All-Area Coach of the Year. Ryan currently coaches AAU for the CT Mets where he primarily focuses on pitching, as well as all other areas of the game. Ryans knowledge of the game as well as rapport with players makes him excited to join the Lumber 2 Leather team.
Preston Markham
Preston Markham is a Guilford High School graduate and current student at the University of New Haven, where he plays on the club baseball team. A former varsity player at Guilford and travel baseball athlete in Madison, Preston brings years of competitive experience to his coaching. At 18, he began coaching for Madison travel baseball under Hand's Travis Lapointe, focusing on developing 13U and 14U players. Over the past few years, he has also contributed to numerous youth baseball clinics, specializing in pitching development. Preston is passionate about helping young athletes refine their mechanics, build confidence, and reach their full potential on the mound.
Olivia Whitehead
Olivia has been the program pitching instructor and 16u coach for Shoreline Breakers Softball since starting the program in 2019. Olivia has built a coaching philosophy that focuses on the value in providing athletes with multiple means of instruction so athletes can feel it, see it, and hear it. Her multi-sensory approach, and appreciation for easy to understand explanations, allow athletes to be in full control of their learning experience and develop body movement awareness. Olivia is a special education teacher for Region 4 schools and also is the head softball coach at Valley Regional High School.
Danny Carbone
Daniel Carbone, a former collegiate baseball player for Central Connecticut State University (CCSU) from Madison, CT. I played from 2021-2023. My baseball career, while full of great memories and lessons, was cut short due to multiple arm injuries, including Tommy John surgery. Before playing at CCSU, I competed for The Grind and Baseball U, where I developed my passion for pitching. I graduated from Daniel Hand High School in 2021, where I had the privilege of being part of the 2021 state championship team. Pitching has always been my passion. I love working with pitchers because I know firsthand how crucial proper mechanics, strength training, and mindset are for success on the mound. My own journey through injuries has given me a unique perspective, allowing me to teach not only the physical aspects of pitching but also the mental resilience needed to overcome setbacks. We work on mechanics, bullpens, arm care, stretching routines, take-home instruction, video analysis, and pickoffs. I’m dedicated to helping pitchers improve their skills while minimizing injury risks, so they can continue to thrive in the game they love.