WILL SPEARS JR.
New Orleans
Summary
Dynamic baseball instructor with expertise in player development and coaching. Utilizes cutting-edge technology, including TrackMan and Rapsodo, to enhance athlete performance. Committed to mentoring student-athletes and fostering leadership skills while collaborating with coaches to implement individualized training plans.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Coach
Hunter Pence Baseball Academy
Cypress
01.2026 - Current
- Led baseball instruction and player development for youth and high school athletes.
- Guided athletes in discipline, leadership, and competitive preparation to foster personal and athletic growth.
- Developed and implemented targeted training for hitters and infielders to enhance mechanics and performance.
- Collaborated with coaches and instructors to develop individualized training plans for athletes.
- Coordinated training sessions, camps, and daily operations to optimize athlete development.
- Utilized baseball technology including TrackMan, Rapsodo, and video analysis tools to evaluate player performance.
Instructor
Rip Grip Pro Hitting Facility
New Orleans
03.2024 - 03.2025
- Instructed athletes in hitting and infield techniques, enhancing their mechanics and overall performance.
- Developed tailored training programs for individual player skill enhancement.
- Conducted group sessions to improve team dynamics and communication strategies.
- Assessed player performance using advanced analytics and video analysis tools.
Coach
18th Ward Sports Program
New Orleans
01.2024 - 12.2024
- Coached baseball, football, basketball, and soccer for inner-city youth athletes ages 3-13, fostering teamwork and sportsmanship.
- Developed leadership skills and athletic fundamentals through mentorship and tailored coaching programs.
- Designed practice plans to enhance player skills and teamwork.
- Instructed individual players on techniques and game strategies.
- Organized team activities, including drills and scrimmages.
Coach
New Orleans Urban Youth Academy
New Orleans
01.2024 - 12.2024
- Coached middle school and high school athletes on infield techniques, enhancing their skills and game readiness.
- Trained players in development techniques and baseball fundamentals, fostering their growth and performance on the field.
- Developed tailored training programs for athletes of various skill levels.
- Conducted individual and team practices to enhance performance and teamwork.
- Analyzed player performance data to refine coaching strategies and techniques.
Student
MLB Diversity Scout & Coaching Pipeline - Arizona Fall League
Scottsdale
10.2024 - 10.2024
- Evaluated baseball talent and prepared detailed scouting reports in collaboration with MLB scouts and coaches.
- Collaborated with industry experts, including Greg Orr, Fred Wright, and Ron Maingy, to enhance scouting processes.
- Acquired expertise in player evaluation and scouting operations to contribute effectively to talent assessment.
Player
MLB Appalachian League
01.2021 - 12.2022
Player
MLB Draft League
01.2021 - 12.2021
Participant
USA Baseball Breakthrough Series
01.2016 - 12.2019
Player
TPL Baseball Organization
Birmingham
01.2017 - 07.2019
Education
B.A. - Sports Psychology
University of Memphis
Memphis, TN01-2024
Associate Degree -
Delgado Community College
01-2023
Collegiate Baseball Student-Athlete -
University of Arkansas At Little Rock
Little Rock, AR01-2022
Skills
- Baseball Scouting
- Player Evaluation
- Hitting Instruction
- Infield Instruction
- Player Development
- Performance Analysis
- TrackMan
- Rapsodo
- Synergy Technology
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Leadership
- Team Building
- Mentorship
- Communication
- Athletic Training
Awards And Organizations
- Member of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. Spring 20 Initiate of the Theta Epsilon Chapter, 01/01/20
- Purple Knight Leadership Award, 01/01/19
- Phi Beta Sigma Scholarship Recipient, 01/01/19
- All metro, All district, and All state honoree in baseball, 01/01/18 - 12/31/19
- Four year letter winner at St. Augustine High School, in basketball, 01/01/16 - 12/31/17
- New Orleans City Council Youth Award, 01/01/15
- Our Lady of Purple Scholars Recipient, 01/01/12 - 12/31/19
Baseball Experience And Training
- MLB Appalachian League Player, 01/01/21 - 12/31/22
- Trained with Ron Washington, Manager of the Los Angeles Angels, 01/01/19 - 12/31/21
- MLB Draft League Player, 01/01/21
- TPL Baseball Organization, 01/01/17 - 12/31/19
- USA Baseball Breakthrough Series Participant, 01/01/16 - 12/31/19
Timeline
Coach
Hunter Pence Baseball Academy
01.2026 - Current
Student
MLB Diversity Scout & Coaching Pipeline - Arizona Fall League
10.2024 - 10.2024
Instructor
Rip Grip Pro Hitting Facility
03.2024 - 03.2025
Coach
18th Ward Sports Program
01.2024 - 12.2024
Coach
New Orleans Urban Youth Academy
01.2024 - 12.2024
Player
MLB Appalachian League
01.2021 - 12.2022
Player
MLB Draft League
01.2021 - 12.2021
Player
TPL Baseball Organization
01.2017 - 07.2019
Participant
USA Baseball Breakthrough Series
01.2016 - 12.2019
B.A. - Sports Psychology
University of Memphis
Associate Degree -
Delgado Community College
Collegiate Baseball Student-Athlete -
University of Arkansas At Little Rock