Diamond Kings - Instructors

All-Ohio selection as a high school shortstop 1998
All Big Ten shortstop at Indiana University 1999-2002

- Academic All Big Ten selection at Indiana University

- Bachelor Degree in Sport Marketing and Management

- Business Certificate from the Kelley School of Business

Played baseball professionally for the Seattle Mariners 2002-2005
Played baseball professionally for the Gary RailCats 2007-2008

- Member of 2007 Northern League Champion Gary Railcats

Has been instructing in the area of baseball and softball since 1999
Currently owns and operates Diamond Kings Baseball/Softball Complex

“All instructors at Diamond Kings are interviewed extensively and deemed well qualified to instruct in their respective areas of baseball and softball. Instructors will have both playing and coaching experience at the Professional, College, and High School levels. They will have patience and an understanding of the game on every level which will produce results in the players they instruct.” - Eric Blakeley

ERIC BLAKELEY

Hitting/Fielding

2-Time PCC All-Conference Catcher

- 2000 All Area NWI

Attended Tri-State University
Hanover Central Assistant Coach 2002-2004
Lowell Post 101 Assistant Coach 2002-2004
Cedar Lake Post 261 Head Coach 2005-2006
Hanover Central Varsity Coach 2005-2006
Crown Point Post 20 Assistant Coach 2006-2007
Andrean High School Varsity Pitching Coach 2008-2009

- Northwest Indiana 2008 H.S. Coach of the Year

- 2009 State Championship Pitching Coach at Andrean

Pitching coach for Purdue North Central 2009-2010

ALAN MYSZKOWSKI

Pitching/Catching

STACEY WESTBROOKS

Softball Pitching

Played softball for Valparaiso High School
Earned 1993 Miss Indiana Softball honors as a pitcher
Pitched for Austin Peay University 1994-1996
Top 3 all-time in strikeouts, complete games, and shutouts
Graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Health and Wellness

ADVISORY BOARD

"Our advisory board of current and past professional players, agents, and coaches help in the development of our instruction and drills which are not only consistent with major-league instruction, but also will keep us aware of any new drills or techniques in teaching players at the highest level." - Eric Blakeley

Brandon Webb, who has played 6 seasons in the Major Leagues, plays for the Arizona Diamondbacks. This Cy Young winner had another Cy Young caliber year in 2008. Aside from baseball, Brandon established the Brandon Webb K Foundation, benefitting at-risk children, youth and their families throughout Arizona by providing assistance, programs and events designed to build self-esteem, provide unique life changing opportunities and help them to set and achieve life goals. Go here to see Brandon's foundation: http://www.brandonwebb.org/

Joe Marker has founded clinics and worked in the baseball camp industry for nearly 22 years. Marker has spent seven years as a professional scout with the New York Yankees and Cincinnati Reds and has amassed more than 750 wins as a high school and American Legion coach in Greenville, Ohio. As a high school and Legion coach, Marker has sent over 100 athletes to play Division I college baseball, and has had many players drafted by professional teams.

Mike Montana, a sports agent, has guided many players through the ranks of professional sports. His style makes him one that players come to respect. Some players he represents are Brandon Webb, Jamey Carroll, from the Cleveland Indians, and many top minor league prospects. The way Mike Montana handles his clients shows his genuine character in caring about the players first above all other things.

"The goal of a coach should be to challenge a player's physical and mental capabilities to allow that player to develop into the best player they can be. As an instructor at Diamond Kings, it is clear that we strive to get the best out of each and every player we instruct." - Alan Myszkowski

"Stacey's personality and experience with players on every level makes her abilities as an instructor top notch. She displays great professionalism in the way she instructs and works with players to make them better, no matter the talent level. Her patience and understanding of the game makes her a tremendous asset to the Diamond Kings staff of instructors." - Eric Blakeley

JOE PANOZZO

Pitching/Fielding

NWI All Area Shortstop at T.F. South High School
All-N4C Conference Outfielder at Joliet Jr. College
First Team NCAA Division II Relief Pitcher at St. Joseph's College
Bachelor Degree in Physical Education and minor in Business
Served as Assistant Pitching Coach at St. Josephs College.
Pitched professionally in 2007 and 2008 for the Gary Railcats
Pitched professionally in 2008 for the Schaumburg Flyers
Pitched professionally in 2009 for the Joliet Jackhammers
Assistant baseball coach in 2010 at St. Joseph's College

"Joe's talent, attitude, respect for his teammates, and love of the game made him a good teammate on the field. Joe's knowledge as a former collegiate and now professional player makes him a great addition to our DK staff of instructors." - Eric Blakeley

"Lee brings a ton of experience, character, and knowledge. He has been around the game and knows every facet of the game. He is respected by all his former players and coaches he has worked with. Lee's coaching resume speaks for itself. We are excited to have Lee as part of our DK staff of instructors" - Eric Blakeley

Played baseball at Lincoln-Way Central
Played baseball and football at Augustana College
1984-1986 Volunteer asst Varsity Coach Lincoln-Way Central
1987-1988 Head Coach Joliet Mohawks (Record: 71-19)

- 2 Time Illinois State Champs

1989-1990 Asst Coach Midwest Angels (Record: 106-14)

- 2 Consecutive National World Series Appearances

- 1989 National Runner Up

1991-2000 Asst Varsity Coach Thornwood High School

- 7 Conference Titles

- 5 (30) Win Seasons

- 1994 3rd in State

2000-2009 Asst Varsity Coach Lockport High School

- 2005 Illinois State Champs

LEE TURNBOUGH

Pitching/Hitting/Fielding

CHRIS STOCKER

Camp Instructor

All-Chicagoland Catcher at St. Ignatius High School

- MVP set school records w/ 12HR, 64 RBI, and .464 Ave.

All-American Catcher at Purdue North Central University

- 3 year team captain 2004-2006

- Led team to best season in school history in 2006

Purdue North Central University Hitting/Catching/Strength Coach in 2008
St. Ignatius College Prep Head Sophomore Coach in 2009

- Led team to .500 record after 5-22 record the year prior to his arrival

Coached varsity baseball at St. Ignatius College Prep in 2010
Head Coach of Top Tier 17U in summer 2010

"Chris was an excellent player and leader on the field. He has chosen to use those abiities to give back to the younger players. His leadership and thirst for knowledge has set him on a path to becoming an excellent coach. Coach Stocker is a much welcomed addition to our staff at Diamond Kings." - Eric Blakeley

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