Director of Player Development | College Placement Coordinator | Head Coach 11U National Team
Co-owner and Director of Player Development | College Placement Coordinator | Head Coach of 8U HitDogs, 12U HitDogs and the 14U National Team | Associate Scout – Detroit Tigers
Tony Leonard is not only a co-owner of Motor City HitDogs — he’s one of the most respected youth baseball minds in the Midwest. With a deep coaching résumé and a current role as an Associate Scout for the Detroit Tigers, Tony blends professional-level insight with a sharp focus on player growth and college placement.
Tony has helped dozens of players commit to NCAA programs, including recent commits to the University of Alabama, and regularly leads teams ranked in the national top 20. In 2020, his 2023 team captured the organization’s third Perfect Game National Championship — a testament to his ability to develop winning teams on the biggest stages.
Known for his attention to detail and leadership, Tony sets the tone for what the HitDogs stand for: high standards, elite training, and a path to real opportunities in the game. When Tony’s coaching, players know they’re getting better — every single rep.
Board Member, Head Coach 12u
Mike has been coaching travel baseball for the past seven years. In addition to his experience coaching, he previously ran a small travel baseball program, coached teams at the Showcase Level and brings a passion for development. Sportsmanship, energy and effort are the foundation that Mike teaches and demands from his players, These core values provide the best results and help build the athletes to achieve their full potential.
Catching Instructor
Harrison played and started at the University of Michigan for three years before getting drafted by the Los Angeles Angels. Harrison is currently playing High A advanced.
Nick was the 2015 first round draft pick of the St. Louis Cardinals out of high school. Nick was named to the All-State Dream Team, Mr. Baseball, Under Armour All-American, and Perfect Game All-American.
Hitting and Pitching Instructor, Coach 14U
Chris is a former player for the Houston Astros organization.
Head Coach 13u
Mark has coached at Shepherd High School since 2016. Prior to that he coached at Breckenridge High School for three years. Both were at the JV level. Mark founded and coached (2016-2018) a travel baseball team (Legends Baseball) He developed an 8U team that had to learn to catch into a young 10U team able to beat strong AA clubs.
As a player Mark was a four year Varsity starter (Captain and MVP) at Breckenridge High School and won All League honors multiple years. He went to Hope College and then made the team at Saginaw Valley State University as a walk on. Mark also played baseball in Australia when he was 15.
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Brad played high school baseball, football and wrestling at Hazel Park High School. During his high school career he earned multiple honors in wrestling and football. He then went on to participate in collegiate athletics (wrestling) at Michigan State University. After his college career was over, he finished his Bachelors in Business with a Major in Materials & Logistics Management and minor in Purchasing & Warehouse management.
Brad has coached wrestling, football and baseball. He started coaching baseball in 2009 and he values work ethic, teamwork, collaboration and commitment. We will work hard, have a structured approach to developing our skills while collaborating with experts to learn the game the right way. We are focused on the results using data and strong listening skills to make the required adjustments which help us continually improve our players’ abilities. Ultimately, we teach our players the benefits of hard work and commitment, reinforcing them with a positive team-based environment focused on the development of young men, while having fun playing the game of baseball.
Wayne State University Assistant Coach. 2023 GLIAC Tournament Champions. MLB Draft (2014) | Los Angeles Dodgers
Former collegiate player, current Asst Coach/pitching coach at Stevenson HS
Played collegiate ball at CMU, current Chicago White Sox MLB player
Former collegiate player and current HS coach for 22 years
HS Hall of Fame coach, former collegiate player, Driveline certified, current Varsity Head coach Stevenson HS
Logan played at St. Mary’s HS where he won a State Championship. He went on to attend the University of Michigan.
Tyler went to Oakland University College 4 years and is currently with the Minnesota Twins organization. Tyler is one of our pitching coaches
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MLB Signed (1995) | Oakland A’s | Macomb Comm. College Baseball Instructor
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We’re Coaching Baseball right and we’re on a Mission! We are currently expanding our baseball program and are looking for Coaches who share our #1 goal to transform kids development both athletically and personally. Developing today’s players into tomorrow’s leaders.
We are looking for qualified Coaches or if you are just starting out. All age groups open. If you are Coaching in a different program and would like to bring your current team over we want you as well. Great leadership skills and positive minded people only. We realize Coaching is a big commitment and this is why each Coach is compensated for their time. We have several Minor league ball players that give personal instruction at a discounted rate for Hit Dogs players.
We provide Coaches with many resources for new techniques, strategies, drills that go in progressive order that will improve each players skill set. For over 13 years we have built many relationships with College Coaches & Scouts. These relationships have been a direct result in why we have had over 80 players advance on to the next level. We have multiple facilities and the VERY BEST equipment available for maximum development. Come join our family and Coach for the BEST program in the Midwest.
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