Nicholas Ferrara
Tallahassee
Summary
Dynamic baseball coach with a proven track record at XLB Training and in the South Florida Collegiate Baseball League, excelling in player development and team management. Recognized for strategic game planning and effective communication, leading by example as a player/coach, and as a role model for my athletes success. Expertise in pitching and strength training, and developing athlete growth and performance. Committed to nurturing talent, achieving team success, and player success.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Baseball Coach
XLB Training/West Boca Snappers
Boynton Beach
06.2025 - Current
- Directed daily practices by providing instruction in fundamentals such as batting, fielding, pitching, base running, and conditioning drills.
- I communicated scheduling with my athletes and my team for game times, practice times/plans, as well as an emphasis on communication with athletes' parents.
- Coordinated post-game activities such as interviews with media representatives or awards ceremonies.
- Recruited potential athletes by sending recruitment letters, meeting with recruits, and arranging calls with potential future athletes.
Collegiate Baseball Player
Valdosta State University Recreation Center
Valdosta
08.2021 - 05.2025
- Four player appearances at the Gulf South Conference Baseball Championship (2022, 2023, 2024, and 2025).
- Two player appearances at the NCAA South Regional Tournament in Tampa, FL, (2022 and 2023).
Head/Assistant Baseball Coach
Florida Pokers
West Palm Beach
06.2021 - 07.2024
- Reviewed scouting reports from previous opponents and games in order to prepare the team accordingly for success.
- Developed exercise programs targeting individual athletes' needs.
- Guided athletes with encouragement, motivation and nutritional advice to support athletic performance and overall well-being.
- Planned strategies and rotation of team lineups to execute game plans with my coaching staff and players.
College Athlete
Northwest Florida State College
Niceville
08.2019 - 05.2021
- I learned how to use constructive criticism through my mentors and coaches in order to broaden my mind on different perspectives of baseball.
- I developed a good sense of social skills and communication standards through team practice schedules and mandatory on-campus events.
- I learned how to work in teams very quickly due to me and my teammates having the same goals and aspirations for winning a championship.
Education
Masters in Education - Higher Education Leadership
Valdosta State University
Valdosta, GA12-2025
Bachelor of Science - Organizational Leadership
Valdosta State University
Valdosta, GA12-2023
Associate of Science - Associate of Science (AS) Degree
Northwest Florida State College
Niceville, FL05-2021
Skills
- Team management
- Game rules
- Hitting techniques
- Strength training and player development
- Schedule development and communication skills
- Pitching expertise
- Player scouting evaluations
- Fielding fundamentals
Accomplishments
- 2023 South Florida Collegiate Most Valuable Pitcher. During my summer off-season at Valdosta State.
- 2023 South Florida Collegiate Baseball League Championship winner as a player and a coach during my summer off-season at Valdosta State.
- 2022-2025 Athletic Academic Honors Student at Valdosta State University.
References
- Former Valdosta State Baseball Recruiting Coordinator, Angelo Nicolosi: (305-467-3694)
- Head Baseball Coach of Flagler University, Greg Guilliams: (229-560-2187)
- Lincoln High School Baseball Varsity Head Coach, Mike Gauger: (850-251-6440
- SFCBL Baseball Operations Manager, Bill Hancsak: (561-722-5754)
- Owner of XLB Training, Ryan Lamb: (352-573-8257)
Timeline
Head Baseball Coach
XLB Training/West Boca Snappers
06.2025 - Current
Collegiate Baseball Player
Valdosta State University Recreation Center
08.2021 - 05.2025
Head/Assistant Baseball Coach
Florida Pokers
06.2021 - 07.2024
College Athlete
Northwest Florida State College
08.2019 - 05.2021
Masters in Education - Higher Education Leadership
Valdosta State University
Bachelor of Science - Organizational Leadership
Valdosta State University
Associate of Science - Associate of Science (AS) Degree
Northwest Florida State College
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