Meet the Pack Behind the Mission.
Our coaching staff brings energy, expertise, and mentorship to every session. Whether they're leading a class or guiding a personal training session, they’re committed to helping athletes train with purpose and lead with confidence.
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We also invest in developing the next generation of coaches. Many of our instructors started as players in our programs and now assist in classes and clinics as part of our Junior Coach Development track. It’s leadership in action—and it’s what makes our culture unique.
Program Director, Teams Coach
Aaron Fleishman
Aaron brings over 14 years of coaching experience and a deep commitment to youth baseball development. A former Division III player at Hartwick College, Aaron has coached in Newton South East Little League, served as a Williamsport coach—winning both district and regional championships—and led high school teams at The Cambridge School of Weston.
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Since 2015, Aaron has coached in the New England Perfect Game League with the Triple Crown Kings and Steel Baseball, winning the Elite League Championship in 2016 and the 12U Super25 National Championship in 2018.
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At Wolfpack Athletics, Aaron oversees program development, team operations, and coach mentorship—ensuring every athlete trains with purpose and competes with confidence
Co-Owner & Program Director
David Fleishman
David is a former Division III baseball player at Colby-Sawyer College and has spent the past 14 years coaching across youth leagues, travel teams, and high school programs. His coaching journey includes Newton South East Little League, Triple Crown Kings, Steel Baseball, and the Cambridge School of Weston. He’s also led summer camps at the Jason Varitek RBI Baseball Academy, Nomar 5, and Mike Andrews Baseball Camps.
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Since 2015, David has coached in the New England Perfect Game League, winning the Elite League Championship in 2016 and the 12U Super25 National Championship in 2018.
He holds an MBA from Southern New Hampshire University with a focus on athletic program training and development. At Wolfpack Athletics, David leads program design, coach development, and community outreach—ensuring every athlete gets the reps they need to grow.
Beyond the Founding Crew...
Anthony Castrogiovanni
Facility GM & Teams Coach
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Originally from Long Island, New York, Coach Anthony has been a key part of Wolfpack Athletics for the past five years. He played collegiate baseball at Suffolk County Community College and Eastern Nazarene College, helping both programs reach postseason milestones—including two Regional XV Championships at SCCC and a playoff berth at ENC after a ten-year drought.
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Since graduating, Anthony has coached at both the high school and travel levels. At Quincy High School, he’s served as Assistant Varsity Coach and Head JV Coach, mentoring athletes who earned Patriot League All-Star honors and Academic All-Conference recognition. He joined Wolfpack in 2021, remained through its transition to Steel, and was named Regional Coach of the Year twice during that span.
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Now back with Wolfpack in its newest chapter, Anthony leads facility operations, team coordination, and athlete development with energy, precision, and a deep commitment to growth.
Andrew Torrito
Team Coach &
Class Instructor
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Andrew is a dedicated coach and former standout player with deep roots in Western Massachusetts baseball. A three-year varsity athlete at Greenfield High School, he helped lead his team to a 2013 Western MA Championship and earned All Western MA Division III First Team honors in 2016, finishing that season with a .484 batting average.
Andrew went on to coach at Quincy High School as an Assistant Varsity Coach for two seasons and has held coaching roles with Steel Baseball across multiple age groups.
At Wolfpack Athletics, Andrew leads team practices and group classes, bringing energy, precision, and a player-first mindset to every session.
Mike Burgess
Team Coach
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Mike is a lifelong pitcher and passionate coach with experience at every level of the game. He played at Abington High School, Bridgton Academy, and Western New England University, where he helped lead his team to a 2018 CCC Championship. A South Shore League All-Star during his time at Abington, Mike trained under former Red Sox pitching coach and current Texas Rangers Assistant Pitching Coach Dave Bush.
Mike has coached with Steel Baseball and Wolfpack Baseball for the past six years, working with athletes across age groups to develop pitching mechanics, arm care routines, and competitive mindset. He’s a member of the American Baseball Coaches Association (ABCA) and is currently pursuing advanced pitching development certifications through Rapsodo and Driveline.
At Wolfpack Athletics, Mike brings a pitcher’s mindset to every session—focused, technical, and driven by reps.
Jake Balderston
Team Coach
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Jake is a lifelong catcher with a deep understanding of the game behind the plate. He played five years at Western New England University, where he helped lead the team to a CCC Championship in 2018. In the summer of 2021, he competed with the Valley Blue Sox, gaining experience at the collegiate summer league level.
A standout at Amherst Regional High School, Jake earned All Western Mass honors as a catcher and has been training youth athletes in catching fundamentals since 2020.
At Wolfpack Athletics, Jake specializes in developing catchers—focusing on receiving, blocking, throwing mechanics, and game management. His calm leadership and technical precision make him a trusted mentor for athletes looking to elevate their skills.
Dan Gaudes
Team Coach &
Class Instructor Aid
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​Dan is an energetic and committed coach who thrives on helping young athletes reach their full potential. Since 2022, he’s coached with Team Steel and supported Wolfpack Athletics programming across team practices and group classes.
Known for his positive attitude and hands-on approach, Dan works closely with players during drills, clinics, and game prep—reinforcing fundamentals and building confidence through reps and encouragement.
At Wolfpack Athletics, Dan plays a key role in supporting both coaches and athletes, helping create a training environment that’s structured, inclusive, and growth-focused.