The Standard of Excellence
Better Baseball Training isn't run by parent volunteers. We've handpicked an elite staff of former professional players and collegiate stars. Your child learns the game exactly how it's taught at the highest levels.
Better Baseball Training isn't run by parent volunteers. We've handpicked an elite staff of former professional players and collegiate stars. Your child learns the game exactly how it's taught at the highest levels.
Owner
Founded BBT with one goal: build better players and better people. Jon oversees all player development programming across both facilities and has spent years studying hitting, pitching development, and athletic performance from youth to collegiate level. Chino High School (2007). Mt San Antonio College (09-10) where he earned All conference honors. Chico State ('11-'13) where he studied physical education and earned his BA in Kinesiology ('14). JP began coaching at Folsom Lake College from (2014-2020) and again in 2024-2025. He served as an assistant coach for the Lincoln Potters (2015-2019), Assoc HC (2019-2022) and Head Coach (2022-2023), and was named Head Coach of the CCL NORTH All-Star Team. He has coached over 25 players selected in the MLB draft or signed to free agent contracts.
"Watching the boys achieve their goals, nothing better in this thing than seeing all their hard work lead to success!"
Chico State · Folsom Lake College
Rocklin GM
Cesar Tamayo is a Southern California native and a 2014 grad from La Sierra High School. After graduating he played 2 years at Mt. San Jacinto College where he received his AA degree in Social Sciences. He then received a scholarship to play at Marymount University where he received a Bachelor's degree in Human Performance and Psychology. He moved to Roseville in 2023 to attend Jessup University and received his Master's Degree in Kinesiology. Cesar has been with BBT since 2021. He also served as an Asst Coach with the Lincoln Potters in 2022 and 2023.
"Being able to teach the kids the game I love."
Jessup University (MS) · Marymount University
EDH GM
Trey is a Folsom native, graduated from Folsom High in 2018 and attended Folsom Lake College where he earned All-America honors in 2020. He then transferred to Oklahoma Baptist and later to Jessup University where he earned his bachelor's degree and was named GSAC Player of the Year and once again earned All-America Honors.
"Seeing the kids continuing to learn and grow and be able to take what they've learned and apply it to their game."
Jessup University · GSAC Player of the Year
Pro Alumni
Drafted by the Chicago Cubs Organization and played 3 years after earning a full baseball scholarship at Santa Clara University. Bruce has coached at the college and high school levels over the past 35 years. In 1998, he was named 'Western States Assistant Baseball Coach of the Year' by the National High School Association. He also served as the General Manager for the Dusty Baker Baseball Camps for 30 years.
Chicago Cubs · Santa Clara University
Pro Alumni
BBT EDH is thrilled to add the knowledge and experience of former Big Leaguer & 2014 World Series Champion with the SF Giants, Jean Machi, to the calendar for pitching lessons at the EDH location. Jean pitched in the big leagues from 2012–2017 having stints with the Seattle Mariners, Boston Red Sox, and San Francisco Giants, boasting a lifetime ERA of 3.38.
SF Giants · World Series Champion · Mariners · Red Sox
Pro Alumni
Former Vista del Lago High School pitcher (Class of 2019) who went on to play at Folsom Lake College before being drafted by the Los Angeles Dodgers in 2021. Over the last four years, he's pitched in the Dodgers organization with the ACL Dodgers and the Rancho Cucamonga Quakes, and in June 2023 was named California League Pitcher of the Month. Consistently topping out 96–98 mph through knowledge gained working with some of the best coaches and players in the game.
Los Angeles Dodgers · Folsom Lake College
Pro Alumni
2002 Crescenta Valley High School graduate (Los Angeles). Played at UC Irvine, COC, and Chico State before being selected in the 12th Round of the 2005 MLB Draft by the Los Angeles Dodgers.
"My favorite part about coaching is the opportunity to positively influence young lives, fostering growth, confidence, and a love of the game. As coaches, we get to shape not just athletic ability, but also character and the development of valuable life skills through teamwork, communication, and discipline."
Los Angeles Dodgers · Chico State · UC Irvine
College Alumni
Graduated from Buhach Colony HS in 2016. Played JUCO ball at Modesto, and went on to play at Oklahoma Baptist and Jessup University.
"Passing down game knowledge and seeing the kids grow and develop."
Jessup University · Oklahoma Baptist
College Alumni
Jessup University alumni.
Jessup University
College Alumni
Graduated from Mill Valley High School (KS) in 2019. Played at Johnson County Community College, University of Central Missouri, and Jessup University — competing at the highest level of college ball.
"Giving back to the kids what I've learned and experienced in my journey to help them grow and learn the game at the highest level and to build up their confidence so they can overcome anything hit their way. Seeing them grow and learn more makes it a rewarding feeling for us coaches — everyday is a new day and that's the best part of teaching the boys that failure is okay but learning from failure is how you separate yourself from others!"
Jessup University · Central Missouri · Johnson County CC
College Alumni
2017 Olathe East Highschool graduate. Played 2 years at Coffeyville Community College and 3 years at Benedictine College, graduating with a BA in Mechanical Engineering. He currently works for Louisville Slugger Innovations as a Senior R&D Testing Engineer.
"Watching kids play to their full potential."
Benedictine College · Coffeyville CC
College Alumni
2019 Rocklin High graduate. Played at Folsom Lake College ('21-'22), Oregon Tech ('22-'23), and Jessup University ('23-'25).
"Being able to teach kids not only the game of baseball but prepare them and develop them into the best men they can be."
Jessup University · Oregon Tech
College Alumni
Graduated from Woodcreek HS in 2016. Went on to play and graduate at the University of New Mexico.
"Helping the athletes develop both physically and mentally to compete at the next age group and level."
University of New Mexico
College Alumni
2001 Archbishop Mitty graduate. Played collegiately at SCU, SJCC, and Cal Poly Pomona.
"The love for the game and much of the person I am was only b/c of the great coaches I had. My favorite part now is having the ability to be that transformative influence... Coaching isn't about me. It's all about the impact I can make on each kid as they grow into a man."
Cal Poly Pomona · SCU