Tyler J. Sherman
St. Louis,MO
Summary
I bring a unique blend of backgrounds as I specialize in Strength & Conditioning, Hitting, and Outfield/First Base Defensive specialist. Drawing from extensive experience as both a Player and as a Coach, I am well-equipped to not only meet but exceed the expectations of a high level instructor.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Interim Head Performance Coach and Baseball Coach
University of Missouri - St. Louis
08.2024 - Current
- Interim Head Strength & Conditioning Coach for all 17 Athletic Teams. Head Strength & Conditioning Coach for Baseball. Utilized data oriented programming with Individual Strength Work.
- Worked in tandem with Head Assistant in teaching Offensive Systems, Approach, as well as Swing Mechanics and 1-on-1 Instruction for Hitters
- Worked with Outfielders in developing an advanced approach to the position. Implemented data driven programming new & nuanced practices into practice.
- Actively Recruiting for the team. Multiple players signed.
Athletic Performance Intern
Premier Pitching Performance (P3)
06.2025 - 08.2025
- Helped lead testing for incoming Professional, Collegiate, and Amateur athletes through the utilization of Force Plates, Speed Gates, Mobility screenings, Power Metrics, and Radar Data
- Worked with Pitchers in correcting powerful & efficient movement patterns in the weightroom
- Programmed for athletes in-house
- Fluent in online programming and organizing information through Boost database
- Organize data based on different training blocks as well as the goal per time of year for athletes
- Utilized motion capture data to address issues in athletes movement patterns
Head Performance Coach and Assistant Baseball Coach
Sewanee: The University of the South
01.2023 - 2025
- Joined the Sewanee Baseball Staff for the 2023-2024 Season. Provided in depth player instruction and development with hitters, as well as instructed Outfielders/First Basemen and established an advanced defensive culture. Head of Performance Development for the team and aided with recovery and preventative actions in regards to player injury. Continue programming for the team throughout the 2024-2025 Season.
- Created a brand new Athletic Performance culture for a program that previously had no certified strength coach.
- Worked closely with sports medicine professionals to address injury prevention strategies and ensure athlete safety.
Collegiate Athlete
William Jewell College & Concordia University of Chicago
08.2018 - 05.2023
- Five years of collegiate playing experience at three different academic institutions. Exposed to various coaching styles as well as means of player development systems. Played both at the NCAA DII and Division III level.
- Played both Outfield and First Base
- Fostered unity within the team by organizing social activities that promoted camaraderie among members.
- Played in multiple Summer Leagues both in St. Louis as well as Kansas City & Chicago
- Maintained a high level of physical fitness through disciplined adherence to nutrition plans and recovery protocols.
- Built strong communication skills by effectively relaying information between coaches, teammates, and trainers during practices and competitions.
Education
Master in Business Administration - Sports Management
Concordia University of Chicago
River Forest, IL05-2024
Undergraduate Degree - English
William Jewell College
Liberty, MO05-2022
Skills
- Advanced Ability with Excel/Google Sheets
- Ability to read Force Plate Data
- Proficient with Blast Motion, Rapsodo, Hittrax, Synergy, and Trackman
- Ability to spot and correct movement pattern deficiencies both on field and in the weightroom
- Throw BP, Hit Fungos
Certification
- CSCS Certification with NSCA - 2024
- Driveline Hitting Certification - 2023
- Teaching Certification - 2021-2022
- CPR Certified - 2024
Timeline
Athletic Performance Intern
Premier Pitching Performance (P3)
06.2025 - 08.2025
Interim Head Performance Coach and Baseball Coach
University of Missouri - St. Louis
08.2024 - Current
Head Performance Coach and Assistant Baseball Coach
Sewanee: The University of the South
01.2023 - 2025
Collegiate Athlete
William Jewell College & Concordia University of Chicago
08.2018 - 05.2023
Undergraduate Degree - English
William Jewell College
Master in Business Administration - Sports Management
Concordia University of Chicago
Awards
Eagle Scout - 2016
2023 NACC Scholar Athlete
2021-22 Academic All-GLVC
2020-21 Academic All-GLVC
Deans List 2022