"The quality of the instruction provided by the professionals at the Hack Shack is outstanding. Ryan and Ricky have a strong
knowledge of the game and a knack for communicating with players of varying skill levels. They are passionate about teaching
youth baseball players proper techniques and mechanics, but they maintain a positive and supportive atmosphere that makes it
fun for players to improve their skills. Our team has worked with many private instructors over the years, and Ryan and Ricky
are among the best"
- Corky Coryell, Manager, 13U Louisville Samurai Baseball Club
Ryan Wheat, Co-Owner of The Hack Shack
Ryan played college baseball at Spalding University and has coached at the college level
with Spalding University and Morehead State University. Ryan is now the Head Coach at
DeSales High School and is coaching the 18u Louisville Baseball Club travel team. Ryan
has worked with amateur players all over the country for the last 8 years.
Rickey Clinton, Co-Owner of The Hack Shack
Rickey played college baseball at the University of Memphis and 5 years professionally in
the Frontier and Northern Leagues. Rickey has been working with amateur players in the
Louisville area for the last 6 years. Currently Rickey is the bullpen catcher for the
Louisville Bats, the proud Triple A affiliate of the Cincinnati Reds.
Tom Crafton - Director of Baseball Operations:
Tom has been a staple in amateur baseball in Southern Indiana. He most recently coached the Indiana Vipers to a Double A State Title in 2008.
Brian Halford - Pitching Instructor:
Brian played at The University of Louisville from 2002 to 2006. Brian signed as a Free
Agent with the Kansas City Royals...played professionally in the Kansas City organization
for 1 season and 2 years with the Gary Southshore Railcats of the Northern League.
Matthew Rigsby - Hitting/Fielding Instructor:
Matt is currenty a coach at DeSales High School, the coach for the 16u Louisville Dodgers
and works with several of the Louisville Dodger teams. Matt is available for one-on-one
fundamental baseball lessons, focusing on every aspect of the player's game. Matt played
collegiate ball from 1999 to 2004 at Pikeville College as a shortstop and catcher. He
coached Powell County High School in 2004 to a regional championship and in 2005 to a
district championship. Matt coached Lawrence County High School to a 2007 district
championship, 2008 district championship, 2008 regional championship, 2008 sectional
championship, and as a 2008 state runner-up. He coached at Pikeville College
from 2008 to 2009. Matt can be reached at 502-939-8549 or
Email: matthewrigsby@ymail.com
Nate Jaggers - Hitting/Fielding Instructor:
Nathan earned All-State honors from his sophomore to senior year at PRP High School.
PRP was ranked number one in the state of Kentucky all three years. Nathan earned
a degree in Concrete Industry Management in 2006 from Middle Tennessee State
University were he was a four year starter. He earned Freshman All-America honors
as well as All-Sunbelt honors during his time playing infield for the Blue Raiders.
Sarah Totten - Fast Pitch Hitting/Fielding Instructor:
Sarah played for Eastern High School and was a three year starter for The University
of Louisville. Sarah coached at the Division 1 level for one season at
East Tennessee State University.