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Sam Hellinger

Sam Hellinger

Seattle,WA

Summary

Experienced player development coach with a strong focus on pitching. Proficient in a wide range of baseball technologies and biomechanics tools. Proven track record of developing pitchers across all levels; from youth and high school athletes to Big Leaguers. Known for driving measurable performance improvements through data-driven training. Leveraged personal success as a player to shape a coaching style rooted in both experience and evidence-based methods. Brings a long-standing passion for pitching and a deep commitment to helping athletes reach their full potential.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Pitching Trainer

Driveline Baseball
03.2023 - 07.2025
  • Trained pitchers ranging from high school prospects to MLB athletes
  • Interpreted biomechanical motion capture data to develop individualized throwing/ arm care programs
  • Conducted international training in Brazil, Korea, and Japan in collaboration with MLB, KBO, and NPB

Customer Relations Representative

Driveline Baseball
09.2020 - 05.2022
  • Front desk host, gym operations assistant, and remote/in-person customer support

Part-Time Instructor/Coach

Go Time Athletics
09.2019 - 01.2020
  • Conducted private pitching lessons (ages 8–17)
  • Coached at youth baseball camps

Educator

Lululemon Athletica
07.2018 - 04.2019
  • Supported sales floor operations and customer service
  • Delivered in-store and phone-based guest support
  • Contributed to the store’s community outreach team

Host / Expo / Server / Dishwasher

Mackenzie River Grill
08.2017 - 02.2018
  • Worked as front host, expo, server, and dishwasher
  • Maintained cleanliness and operations during high-volume shifts

Baseball Camp Coach/Counselor

Big League Experience
08.2015 - 08.2017
  • Co-led youth baseball camps (ages 8–12)
  • Managed merchandise and concession revenue

Education

Bachelor of Arts & Sciences - Economics

Gonzaga University
Spokane, WA
12.2017

Associate of Arts - undefined

College of San Mateo
San Mateo, CA
05.2015

Athletic Experience

  • Missoula PaddleHeads Baseball, Missoula, MT | Reliever in Pioneer Baseball League

      | April 2022 – September 2022|

  • Cincinnati Reds Baseball, Cincinnati, OH | Reliever in Minor League System| Played in A/A+ (Daytona Beach, FL; Dayton, OH)

      | February 2022 – October 2022|

  • Texas Rangers Baseball, Arlington, TX | Reliever in Minor League System| Played in Rook./A/A+ (Spokane, WA; Hickory & Kinston, NC)

      | May 2019 – June 2020|

  • Gonzaga University Baseball, Spokane, WA | Division I Pitcher

      | September 2015 – April 2017|

  • College of San Mateo Baseball, San Mateo, CA | Junior College Pitcher

      | August 2013 – May 2015|


Timeline

Pitching Trainer

Driveline Baseball
03.2023 - 07.2025

Customer Relations Representative

Driveline Baseball
09.2020 - 05.2022

Part-Time Instructor/Coach

Go Time Athletics
09.2019 - 01.2020

Educator

Lululemon Athletica
07.2018 - 04.2019

Host / Expo / Server / Dishwasher

Mackenzie River Grill
08.2017 - 02.2018

Baseball Camp Coach/Counselor

Big League Experience
08.2015 - 08.2017

Associate of Arts - undefined

College of San Mateo

Bachelor of Arts & Sciences - Economics

Gonzaga University
Sam Hellinger