Jose Torrealba
Houston
Summary
Motivated and results-driven pitching coach with extensive experience working with athletes since 2021. Currently self-employed as a pitching coach, providing expert baseball lessons to players of all skill levels. A former Division I baseball player at the University of Houston with a degree in Psychology (May 2024) and professional baseball experience. . I’m passionate about perfecting pitching mechanics, building mental toughness, and preparing players for success and creating a positive, growth-oriented environment for athletes. Fluent in both English and Spanish, offering the ability to connect with a diverse range of players and make sure everyone is reaching their potential.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Baseball Instructor
Self Employed Web
Houston
06.2022 - Current
- Conduct one-on-one pitching lessons, customizing sessions to the specific needs of each player.
- Focus on developing pitchers' fundamentals, mental approach, and physical conditioning.
- Teach the mental aspects of the game, helping players build focus, confidence, and resilience under pressure.
- Track and analyze player performance to ensure continuous improvement.
- Help players achieve their goals, from increasing pitch speed, command.
- Provide mentorship and advice on balancing academics, athletics, and personal development.
- Guided athletes with encouragement, motivation and nutritional advice to support athletic performance and overall well-being.
- Analyzed game film to identify areas where improvement is needed within the team or individual players.
- Suggested exercise modifications to individual athletes to avoid strain and injury.
Pitching Coach
D-BAT katy
Katy
06.2021 - 12.2023
- Led pitching lessons and developed individual training programs for athletes of various skill levels.
- Improved players' mechanics, pitch velocity, and control through personalized drills.
- Assisted in preparing players for competitive games and tournaments.
- Fostered a positive learning environment, resulting in enhanced player confidence and performance.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Houston
Houston, TX05-2024
Skills
- Pitching mechanics
- Athlete development
- Communication and teaching
- Motivational coaching
- Bilingual (English and Spanish)
- Baseball performance analysis
- Teamwork and leadership
- Hardworking and dedicated
- Passionate about player development
- Mental toughness coaching
- Performance tracking and improvement
- Adaptability to different learning styles
- Positive reinforcement and confidence building
- High-level work ethic and commitment
- Ability to inspire and challenge athletes
- Creative problem solving for skill development
- Focus on long-term player success
- Goal setting
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Certification
- Rapsodo certification.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Baseball Instructor
Self Employed Web
06.2022 - Current
Pitching Coach
D-BAT katy
06.2021 - 12.2023
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Houston