Butia Baseball Academy

Private one-on-one and group baseball and softball instruction from Mike Butia, former 5th round draft pick of the Cleveland Indians About Mike: Drafted in the 5th Round of the 2004 MLB Draft by the Cleveland Indians Played 5+ years in Cleveland Indians Organization, 2004 New York Penn League All-Star Division 1 James Madison University - 3 year starter and team captain North Allegheny Grad, PIAA State Champion and 2016 NA Hall of Fame Inductee Played in the renowned Cape Cod baseball collegiate summer league for the Bourne Braves Our Methods: At the Butia Baseball Academy we focus on building strong foundational skills by using repeatable methods for hitting, fielding and throwing. Our methods include leveraging both analytics and focusing on the core fundamentals to improve your game. I strongly believe the mental side of the game is far more important then any physical talent or ability. I have seen many 5 tool players (hitting, hitting for power, running, fielding and throwing) that did not succeed because they struggled with the mental side of the game and lacked confidence. The key to success in baseball and life is to have a disciplined, consistent and repeatable approach in everything you do and above all else have confidence in your abilities. What makes us different? I played collegiately and professionally so I know first hand what’s needed to achieve success All private one on one and group instruction directly from me Teach students life skills that they need on and off the field. Maximize natural talent and ability Rapsodo Certified Hitting & Pitching Instructor Current American Baseball Coaches Association Member