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asst program director/head coach 15U

Danny Berg

In Saskatchewan, Danny played high-level baseball and represented Saskatchewan in 2014, 2015, and 2016 in the Canada Cup capturing a silver medal in 2015, and a gold medal in 2016.


After finishing his high-school career playing for the Langley Blaze in BC, Danny played at Polk State College on scholarship (JUCO D1) in Florida, where he played two seasons with an AVG of .322 with 19 doubles, 6 triples, 2 home runs, and 65 RBI, earning first team all sun-coast conference team in his freshman year and a spot on the second team in his sophomore year. He also was awarded the Male Scholar Athlete of the year award in his second year.
 

Danny went on to attended Lynn University (NCAA D2) on scholarship for his Junior and Senior years. Unfortunately, after appearing in 17 games for the fighting Knights where he hit .328 with 5 doubles, 11 RBI, and a.433 OBP his college career was cut short due to Covid. Danny chose to finish his Advertising and Public Relations degree online in 2021.


Danny has continued to play with the Hamilton Cardinals in the IBL while coaching the 18U Prospects team.  He is currently the Head Coach of the 15U team and oversees the implementation and execution of our Development Programs & Teams.

Maxwell dennison

Youth programs/assistant coach

Max is an alumnus of the Ontario Prospects Baseball program (Class of 2018) and spent the 2019 season as part of the Orange Coast College Baseball team in California (CCCAA).  He returned to attend the University of Toronto to complete his education and play baseball with the Varsity Blues and  was a Pitcher/Outfielder with the 2021 OUA Championship team.​
 

Max is an accomplished youth coach and coached the 13U Stouffville Yankees to a 2021 YSBA AAA Championship.  Max is an NCCP certified baseball coach and currently leads our Youth Development Programs - Junior Prospects, Pitching & Hitting Clinics, and Holiday and Summer Camps.

SAM MITCHAM

instructor & head coach

Sam, grew up in the Durham region playing baseball at Sinclair High School and for the Toronto Mets.  Sam went on to play post-secondary baseball at Muskegon Community College (NJCAA D2) for 2 years as a catcher.  Sam joined the Ontario Prospects in 2024 as an instructor and assistant coach and will be leading the 16U team in the 2024-2025 season.

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Along with being the 16U Head Coach, Sam provides instruction to youth players covering all skills and specializes in Catching.

instructor & head coach

liam clarke

Hailing from Barrie, ON, Liam grew up playing baseball for Barrie Minor Baseball and continued his baseball career at Laurentian University playing for the Voyageurs as a catcher.

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Liam graduated from Laurentian wtih a degree in Sports Psychology and is the Mental Performance Coach for Laurentian University while coaching the Prospects 14U team.

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Liam is available for private lessons and works in all of our youth programs.

Ryan Capuano

pitching coach

Ryan graduated from Marshall University, a powerhouse D1 school in Huntington, West Virginia, where his accomplishments speak volumes. During his senior season in 2022, he made 16 appearances, had a 3.40 ERA, and impressively struck out 59 batters in 52.1 innings. In 2021, he recorded 11 appearances and secured a victory against West Virginia.

 

The challenges of the 2020 season didn't hinder Ryan's dedication as he made four appearances while maintaining an exceptional academic record. As a freshman in 2019, he marked 15 appearances, 11 of which were starts, showcasing his pitching prowess by striking out 31 in 43.1 innings.

 

Before his college journey, Ryan's foundation was built with the Toronto Mets organization, where he appeard in the 2017 Tournament 12 Showcase. He honed his skills at Birchmount Park Collegiate Institute, where he also participated in hockey and rugby.

 

In his role as Pitching Coordinator, Ryan works with all of our Prospects players.

assistant coach & Strength & Conditioning

Tyler Herrington

Tyler is a fully certified baseball coach with 15 years of playing experience at the amateur levels. Tyler is a Whitby, ON native and spent most of his playing days at the AAA level as either a pitcher or a 1st baseman.

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Tyler has 5 years of coaching experience with the Whitby'03 team (AAA/elite). He has also provided 1-on-1 and group instruction, and hosted baseball clinics with former MLB player and coach Eric Owens.​  Along with his coaching experience, Tyler currently works in the Durham District School Board as an EA working with students with special needs.

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Tyler coaches with the Prospects teams and provides their Strength and Conditioning training.  

guest instructor

Andy Stewart

Former Senior National Team player (Pan Am games, Olympics), MLB player and Minor League coach, Andy Stewart will be working out of the Ontario Prospects Baseball Club hosting catching camps while also being available for private lessons.

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Andy played as part of the 1988 Junior National Team, the 1997 Kansas City Royals, the 1999 Senior National Team (Pan AM games), coached in the professional ranks (Toronto and Pittsburgh) and then was part of the 2004 Olympic baseball team. Andy is also a local Durham boy and a member of the Oshawa Sports Hall of Fame (Class of 2009). Andy was a catcher when he played but is most famous for his hitting prowess on the international stage: .452 avg at the Pan Am games, and .417 avg at the Olympics!  Andy will be available to work with all of our players as part of a group or for private lessons.

Assistant Coach & strength and conditioning

sam cawker

The Ontario Prospects Baseball Club is thrilled to welcome Sam Cawker as our new Strength & Conditioning trainer and Assistant baseball Coach.

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Sam is currently in the middle of his sophomore IBL season, catching for the Welland Jackfish. In 2022, after posting a .348 average, 13 doubles, 38 RBIs and 5 home runs, he was named IBL Rookie of the Year.

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Prior to his IBL career, Cawker was an OCAA All-Star with Durham College, while earning a diploma in Interactive Media and Design. He also played in the NAIA for Lawrence Technological University in Southfield, MI, and spent the 2021 season in the senior triple-A Greater Toronto Baseball League with the Kendal Eagles.

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Sam's enthusiasm extends to coaching and guiding young players in lifting programs. He's driven to succeed, and OPBC is excited to watch our players get after it in the weight room, under his tutelage. His passion for the game, dedication to improvement, and outstanding leadership on and off the field make him a fantastic addition to our organization.​

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