Why Our Baseball Coaches in Alexandria VA Stand Out
Meet our baseball coaches in Alexandria VA at Up Next Baseball!
At Up Next Baseball, our team of experienced baseball coaches in Alexandria VA is committed to helping athletes across Alexandria and the greater DMV area build confidence, improve skills, and grow a love for the game.
Our Alexandria-based coaches work with players from youth to college levels. We combine professional experience with a passion for mentorship. Whether you’re focused on hitting, pitching, fielding, catching, strength development, or all-around performance, our team is here to guide every step.
Our Coaching Philosophy at Up Next Baseball
Our mission is to make the game more enjoyable for athletes of all ages so they can learn and excel in the game of baseball. We strive to increase all athlete’s enjoyment and love of the game by increasing their skills, strength, and baseball knowledge. Our goal is to make it as fun as possible for the athlete while tailoring the session to their specific needs based on our real time assessment. We believe an enjoyable approach to practice fosters the most love and dedication to the game!
Comprehensive Training Focus
We focus on all aspects of the game including hitting, fielding, throwing, pitching, catching, speed, strength, and agility. Read up on our baseball coaches in Alexandria VA at Up Next Baseball below. Meet our Coaching Staff!
Hughes Page
Founder & CEO
Starting in Alexandria Little League, I found my passion for baseball at 9 years old. I worked my way through various programs as a middle infielder and pitcher. Little League All-Stars, Alexandria Heat, Virginia Renegades, DeMarini Stars, and the EvoShield Canes. After playing shortstop and pitcher for the Canes I was recruited to pitch at the University of Virginia.
I played for the collegiate Aces summer team in the Cal Ripken League. I trained with pitching and hitting coaches such as Steve Johnson from Advanced Baseball and Tom House, pitching guru and founder of the National Pitching Association (NPA). At the University of Virginia, I learned from pitching coach Karl Kuhn and head coach Brian O’Connor at an elite level. I will use what I have learned over my career to help young athletes develop all aspects of their game.
Email: hughespage@upnextbaseball.com
Cell: 571-449-0666
Nate Alarcon
Chief Operating Officer and Head Trainer
Growing up in Texas we can play baseball year round. It was easy to fall in love with the sport. Having played baseball since I was 4 years old I knew baseball was my passion. I played on numerous Texas travel teams such as the Banditos and the Scorpions. Next, I went on to play for the Westerners at Western Texas Junior college. I hit, played third, and played centerfield – later getting myself involved in some AAA baseball.
After Moving to Alexandria, I joined Up Next Baseball and began coaching for both local and travel teams. These include Alexandria Reds, Pioneer Legends, and Wow Factor NOVA. I specialize in hitting and defensive work with my main goal set on being able to pass down my knowledge and skills of the game, as well as to be a role model to help shape the minds and futures of the next generation of players.
Email: natealarcon@upnextbaseball.com
Cell: 512-801-4437
John “JD” Donnelly
CEO of JD Performance, Head of Strength Training
Starting at a young age I was always attracted to sports and movement. Excelling myself as a youth athlete in the sports of basketball and baseball eventually led me to discover the world of strength training and the incredible difference it can make for an athlete’s performance. After training at the age of 13, this new passion led me to study Kinesiology at James Madison University. I obtained multiple other professional certifications such as NASM-CPT, HKC, and DSPCC with more to come!
Having worked with a wide range of clientele I have gained experience in training clients from all walks of life. However, sport performance for youth athletes is my passion. Utilizing various training systems and incorporating the wealth of knowledge I have learned from my previous strength coaches and mentors. I will help youth athletes excel on the field by increasing their movement proficiency across all stages of the force-velocity curve. The goal is to transform them into superior athletes no matter what sport they play.
Email: info@johndonnellyperformance.com
Cell: 703-819-8945
https://www.johndonnellyperformance.com
Greg Everett
Co-Founder and Partner
I started my baseball career with Hughes and played on the same teams as a shortstop. Little League All-Stars, Alexandria Heat, DeMarini Stars, and the EvoShield Canes. Playing shortstop for many years on elite travel teams, I was exposed to several experienced coaches who taught me many types of drills, giving me a greater knowledge of the game. Over the last four years, I have been training young athletes on hitting and fielding. I believe my experience will help young athletes become more skilled players and I will put the most efficient and useful drills together to push young athletes toward success.
Joe Manley
Executive Trainer
Baseball has been a part of my life for as long as I can remember. I started out playing in Capitol Hill Little League, where I was proud to be part of the league’s very first team. From there, I joined the travel organization Win Within Baseball and went on to play high school baseball at Gonzaga College High School in D.C., where I pitched and played outfield.
Alongside playing, I found a deep passion for coaching and mentorship. From 2016 to 2020, I worked at the Nationals Youth Baseball Academy, coaching and mentoring kids from Wards 7 and 8 in D.C. That experience shaped how I approach every athlete — with patience, purpose, and a focus on growth both on and off the field. From 2020 to 2023, I also served as an assistant coach for both Win Within Baseball and Bradley Baseball Academy, continuing to build relationships and develop players at the travel level.
Now at Up Next, I’m excited to keep growing the game and giving back to the baseball community here in the DMV. I’m here to help players build skills, confidence, and a lasting love for baseball.
Jacob Willis
Executive Trainer
Baseball has been my passion for as long as I can remember. I started playing in Laurel Little League and worked my way up through travel ball, where I was fortunate to play for one of the top programs in the country — the MoCo Nationals. Throughout high school, I trained under former MLB player Luis Martinez, who helped shape my approach to the game and prepare me for the next level.
I went on to play two years of college baseball as a middle infielder, where I continued to grow as both a competitor and a teammate. Now as a coach, I bring that experience into every session — focusing on skill development, confidence, and a real love for the game. I specialize in fielding, hitting, catching, and pitching, and I enjoy working with players at all levels. My goal is to help the next generation of ballplayers develop not only as athletes, but as confident, motivated individuals.
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