John Figueroa, CSCS
Fort Worth,TX
Summary
Highly dedicated and open-minded coach with over 5 years of experience maximizing baseball performance through data-driven training using science-based methods. Skilled in performance testing, video analysis, and utilizing advanced
technology, including Force Plates, Trackman, VBT, and Edgertronic. Bilingual in English and Spanish. Collaborating effectively in team settings to design and implement comprehensive strength and conditioning, rehab, and injury prevention
programs.
Overview
1
1
Certification
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Strength and Conditioning Coach
Tribe Physio & Performance
Aledo, TX
11.2024 - Current
- Development of individual and group training programs based on specific needs and goals.
- Working with a team to plan, create, and execute programming for athletes to maximize and maintain performance.
- Leading the room to create an environment for athletes to strive and compete.
- Educating athletes on the reason behind their training to create buy-in.
- Working with all sports and the main focus group of baseball players.
- Conducting rehab programs alongside medical staff for athletes returning to sport.
- Act as a role model to help develop not only performance but also mental skills.
- Monitored progress through regular testing and adjusted training programs accordingly.
Director of Player Development
Beimel Elite Athletics
Los Angeles, CA
06.2020 - 10.2024
- Responsible for overseeing all athletes and creating a training plan to meet their needs and goals.
- Intake of new athletes, conducting initial testing and creating strength and conditioning programs to tailor their needs.
- Keeping all trainers and coaches up to date with all new programs, analytics and off-season and in season schedules.
- Specializing in development with athletes ranging from high school to MLB.
- Collaborated with physical therapists to integrate rehabilitation protocols into training plans.
Professional Baseball Player
Windy City Thunderbolts
Chicago, IL
05.2024 - 09.2024
- Played and caught for the Thunderbolts during the 2024 season.
- Mentored by Bobby Jenks and Larry Rothschild on the demands and structure of coaching and playing at the highest level.
- Learning how to adapt and coach players with different learning methods.
Professional Baseball Player
Cleburne Railroaders
Cleburne, TX
04.2023 - 09.2023
- Played and caught for the Railroaders throughout the entire 2023 season.
- Collaborated with Logan Watkins and Jose Amado to learn coaching techniques for developing high-level hitters and made in-game coaching decisions.
- Enhanced baseball IQ by focusing on approach and pitch-to-pitch adjustments with input from teammates and coaching staff.
Education
Bachelor's degree - Multidisciplinary Studies
The University of Texas at El Paso
El Paso, TXSkills
- Professional playing experience
- Coaching professional baseball players
- Communication skills to connect with athletes
- Proficient with scientific principles and biomechanics
- Data analytics and how to apply them to programming
- Rehab programming
- Leadership and cultivating buy-in
- CPR/AED certification
- Bilingual in English/Spanish
Languages
- English
- Spanish
Certification
- Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, NSCA
- Certified Arm Care Specialist, Arm Care U
References
- Derrek Nye, DPT (Owner of Tribe Physio & Performance)
(620)655-5676
- Larry Rothschild (Former MLB manager and pitching coach)
(646)476-0220
- Sean Issac (LMU Pitching Coach, Former MiLB Pitching Coach, Red Sox, CSCS)
(310)406-4060
- Joe Beimel (Former MLB pitcher, Owner of Beimel Elite Athletics)
(814)512-7840
Timeline
Head Strength and Conditioning Coach
Tribe Physio & Performance
11.2024 - Current
Professional Baseball Player
Windy City Thunderbolts
05.2024 - 09.2024
Professional Baseball Player
Cleburne Railroaders
04.2023 - 09.2023
Director of Player Development
Beimel Elite Athletics
06.2020 - 10.2024
Bachelor's degree - Multidisciplinary Studies
The University of Texas at El Paso