COACHING STAFF
Meet Hardtke Baseball Coaches
Terry Hardtke
- Former MLB Minor League Hitting Coach
- Former Head Coach at De Anza College.
- Hitting Coach at San Jose State University. The 1993 team beat all time team batting average set in 1957
- High School coach for 16 years.
- Associate MLB Scout For 25+ Years
- Terry works with Amateur & Professional baseball players in evaluating their skills and assisting in improving mental game
- Coached 40+ players who made it to the Big Leagues
- Over 300+ of his players have played college baseball & Pro ball
Jason Hardtke,
- Former Manager Visalia in CAL League (AZ D-backs )
. 12 Years as a Professional Baseball Player.
- 3 Years in the Majors (Mets 1996 1997& Cubs 1998)
- Coached 15+ players who made it to the Big Leagues.
- All-State H.S. Baseball Player (1988, 1989, 1990)
- Mercury/News Baseball Player of the Year (1990)
- Member of the U.S. Olympic Festival Team (1988)
- Member of the U.S. Olympic Team - 1999 Pan American Games
Nattie George
- Graduate of Overfelt High School.
- San Jose City College (Drafted by four MLB Teams)
- Cal State Fullerton (1981-82)
- Signed with New York Yankees Organization
- Held Nattie George Baseball Camps in NorCal for 10 years.
- HWOB Hitting & Fielding Instructor for 25+ years
Travis Cheney
- Played at Westmont High School
- All-League 2000 & 2001
- Coached Summer Ball Program at HWOB
- Coached Fall Ball Program at HWOB
- Hitting/Fielding Coach @ Westmont High School
- Instructor at HWOB for the past 12years
- Has worked in Youth Baseball for 15 years
HWOB Part-Time & Former Alumni Coaches
Dan Dyer
Scott Samuels
John Finncannon
Jason Orr
George DeCoite
Rob Parfett
Al Rideau
Brandon Florence
Reed Dickert
Steve Sweeney
Scott Dawson
Ray Stokes
Kary Jenkins
Corey Hall
Adam Carr
Pete Fukuhara
Eric Pini
Nate Corrick
What Our Customers Say:
Good Afternoon Terry,
I wanted to take a minute to thank you for including Julian on the Senior Classic Team. He had an outstanding time. He and I both very much appreciated the quality coaching and management you and your coaching staff provided. Not only did he have an outstanding baseball experience, he had a great time!
Since getting home the phone has been constantly ringing. He has had offers from West Point, the Air Force Academy and Santa Clara. He is also being actively recruited by Cornell, Gonzaga, Dartmouth, and the Naval Academy. He is attempting to manage a schedule for official visits over the next several weeks.
None of this would have happened without the opportunity you provided for Julian. His mother and I want to thank you for your support and leadership.
Julian will keep you posted as things progress. We all wish you the best!
Lee L.
Father of Julian L., Palma High School
Senior Pitcher
“My son not only learned to become a better ball player, but he also developed some very important personal skills. The skills my son learned were good for him, but the attitude change was priceless. And thank you so much for providing such a great program for my boys.”
-Luciano M.
HBA Parent
Has 14 Year Old Son
“Before I started taking lessons at HBA, I was just an average baseball player. Now after working with the HBA coaches, I have become an All-Star, and one of the best players in my league for my age.”
-Eli K.
HWOB Little Leaguer
12 Year Old
“When I send my son to train over at Hardtke Baseball, not only does he learn the game of baseball, he has fun learning the game. Their coaches are very knowledgeable and professional.”
-Tim S.
HWOB Parent
Has 11 Year Old Son
“You send your kid to school to learn the 3 R’s. why wouldn’t you send your kid to Hardtke’s to learn to play baseball. HBA is a learning environment.”
-Dave R.
HBA Parent
Has 13 Year Old Son
“Since I have been training at Hardtke Baseball I have not only gained knowledge of the game, but I have gained a love for the game. Their coaches make playing the game of baseball fun and enjoyable. Thanks HBA!”
-TC F.
HBA Little Leaguer
16 Year Old
“Hardtke's excels at finding the right balance between fun and instruction while improving a young player’s understanding of baseball. Thanks, Hardtke for increasing Nicolas’ confidence, attitude and enjoyment of America’s past time!”
-Ray Z.
HBA Parent
Has 10 Year Old Son
“I have had so much fun learning the game of baseball through HBA’s coaching staff. They have helped me get to the ‘Next Level’ through their instruction programs. As long as I play baseball, I will always go to Hardtke Baseball.”
HBA has shown there professionalism not only in Baseball, but also in softball. Nattie George has helped my son become an outstanding hitter, and also an outstanding outfielder. As well as, shown my daughter knowledge and professionalism with teaching her how to play softball. Hardtke's have helped my children find a love for their sport.”
Parent of 14 yr old twins
HWOB Parent
Has 14 Year Old Son“HWOB has helped both my of sons in all aspects of the game of baseball. The personalized instruction that the HBA coaches provide assures me they are getting the BEST and most professional coaching in Northern California.”
Dr. R. S.
My son has been going to HBA since it opened, and will continue to go until he stops playing the game. The instruction he receives is undoubtedly the best in Northern California. “
Parent of 10 yr veteran of HBA
HWOB Parent
Has 16 Year Old Son
