The 9 Innings of 806 Drive
- Charles D'Amico
- Jun 1
- 2 min read

What we believe in:
Inning 1: Every Player, A Purpose
We set clear, measurable goals for each player. Whether it’s increasing a batters exit velocity, improving pitch command, or sharpening baserunning instincts, we don't just hope for growth—we define it, track it, and celebrate it.
Inning 2: Game IQ is a Superpower
We teach baseball intellect just as much as physical skill. Players receive weekly homework, video breakdowns, and quizzes—designed to build their understanding of the game’s strategy, history, and nuance. Smarter players are better teammates.
Inning 3: Structure Builds Confidence
Through routines, clarity, and repetition, we empower kids to take ownership of their development. Our systems are rooted in best practices from Driveline and Team Mustard—equipping athletes with tools that work.
Inning 4: Leadership is Learned
Every player learns how to lift others. From post-game reflections to dugout accountability, we teach that success in baseball and life comes from serving the team, not self.
Inning 5: Our Weakest Link is Our Greatest Opportunity
We don’t hide weakness—we fix it. Whether physical, mental, or emotional, players are taught to support and elevate one another. That’s how great teams are built.
Inning 6: Health is a Competitive Advantage
We educate families and players on nutrition, hydration, sleep, and physical conditioning. A well-rested, well-fed player with energy and focus has the edge—on and off the field.
Inning 7: Accountability is Love
We coach with honesty and empathy. We don’t yell—we explain. We don’t punish—we guide. We believe discipline is the highest form of love and development is the reward.
Inning 8: Parents are Partners
We treat parents as teammates—equipping them with tools, communication, and insights. We hold parent meetings, send progress updates, and ask for help reinforcing habits at home. Together, we build better kids. Information and education, keeps everyone on the same page, working towards the same goals.
Inning 9: Play with Joy, Compete with Grit
Our players know how to play hard and play free. We emphasize effort, not outcome. Confidence is earned through preparation. And smiles? That’s the point. Winning isn’t a goal, its an outcome, that happens from doing things right. We must achieve the first part. Teaching out kids to play focused, heads up and dialed in, leads to the outcomes.



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