Christopher Hilliard
Ecru,MS
Summary
Professional pitching coach with strong background in developing and refining pitching techniques. Proven track record of fostering team collaboration and adapting to evolving needs. Skilled in player assessment, personalized coaching strategies, and performance analysis. Reliable and results-driven, consistently enhancing player performance and contributing to team success.
Dedicated Baseball Coach passionate about game and successful leading high-quality program. Effective at collaborating with team, families and other coaches to enable fun, challenging and well-supported competitions. Outstanding scout and recruiter.
Dedicated coaching professional prepared for this role with proven track record of guiding pitchers to improve their skills and game performance. Brings focus on fostering teamwork and achieving results, adapting to evolving needs of players and team. Recognized for effective communication, strategic planning, and supportive coaching style.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Pitching Instructor
D-Bat Tupelo
04.2025 - Current
- Developed customized pitching programs tailored to individual athlete needs.
- Conducted detailed assessments of pitching techniques to identify areas for improvement.
- Facilitated off-season workouts for pitchers, maintaining their skill levels and ensuring their readiness for the upcoming season.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with industry trends and best practices in coaching techniques.
- Enhanced players'' pitching skills by providing individualized feedback and tailored training sessions.
- Improved pitchers'' accuracy by focusing on their throwing mechanics and identifying areas for improvement.
- Encouraged teamwork among pitchers through cooperative drills emphasizing collaboration and communication skills on the mound.
- Planned exercise regimens targeting individual needs and enhancing personal results.
Pitching Instructor
Hilliard Baseball
03.2014 - 03.2025
- Working with pitchers of all ages.
- Promoted stretching, mobility work, & proper form to help athletes safely build strength.
- Implemented exercise programs & training strategies to bolster individual & team performance.
- Prepared athletes for special competitions & tournaments.
- Motivated athletes to become stronger, more agile & more effective through training habits & proper nutrition.
- Encouraged clients to find creative solutions to problems & maintain motivation.
Baseball Coach
Pontotoc American Legion Baseball
06.2022 - 08.2023
- Motivated athletes to become stronger, more agile & more effective through training habits & proper nutrition.
- Encouraged everyone to cultivate strong work ethic by demonstrating diligence, patience & respect for others.
- Enforced discipline both on & off-field to lead team with highest personal standards.
- Taught players how to run specific game plans in order to build cohesive, structured teams.
- Coached players on specific position requirements such as pitching & catching.
- Planned & directed game strategies.
USSSA Baseball Coach
North Mississippi Grays Baseball
02.2012 - 08.2016
- Developed plans for trips to play opposing teams.
- Coached players on specific position requirements such as pitching & catching.
- Reacted to unwarranted changes in player status, team success & personal performance with adaptability.
- Developed profound sense of team belonging throughout the season.
- Planned & directed game strategies.
- Planned exercise regimes targeting individual needs & enhancing personal results.
Professional Baseball Player
New York Mets
06.2008 - 03.2012
- Minor League Pitcher for 4+ seasons.
- Attended all practices, meetings & workouts on time.
- Followed instructions from coaches to execute consistent & effective results.
- Exhibited excellent teamwork & strong work ethic by promoting camaraderie.
- Adapted quickly to changing game plans & strategies.
- Participated in youth camps & clinics & offered insight & assistance with improving skills.
Education
High School Diploma - All
North Pontotoc High School
05.2006
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
Itawamba Community College
05.2008
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
Meridian Community College
05.2007
Skills
- Sports Coaching
- Coaching
- Player Evaluation
- Injury prevention strategies
- Individualized training plans
- Pitch grips mastery
- Velocity enhancement
- Long toss programs
- Recovery protocols implementation
- Efficient Warm-up routines
- Advanced pitching mechanics
- Off-speed pitches development
- Arm care techniques
- Mental game coaching
Honors-Awards
2004-2006 Mississippi 3A All-State Baseball Team, 2004-2005 Region 1-3A Pitcher of the Year, 2006 Region 1-3A Player of the Year, 2008 Region 23 All-Region Team, 2008 MLB Draft Pick
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Pitching Instructor
D-Bat Tupelo
04.2025 - Current
Baseball Coach
Pontotoc American Legion Baseball
06.2022 - 08.2023
Pitching Instructor
Hilliard Baseball
03.2014 - 03.2025
USSSA Baseball Coach
North Mississippi Grays Baseball
02.2012 - 08.2016
Professional Baseball Player
New York Mets
06.2008 - 03.2012
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
Itawamba Community College
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
Meridian Community College
High School Diploma - All
North Pontotoc High School