Weight Room

Expert Training Programs for All Levels

Take Your Game to the Next Level with Our Comprehensive Training Programs

At Big League Basics, we offer advanced training programs designed to develop every aspect of your baseball or softball performance. Our services include:

  • Custom Training Programs: Tailored sessions focusing on hitting, pitching, fielding, and mental conditioning to maximize player development.

  • Arm Care: Our specialized arm care program is designed to protect and strengthen your arm for both pitchers and position players. We incorporate injury prevention exercises, mobility routines, and recovery strategies to ensure optimal arm health and longevity.

  • Strength and Conditioning: Build explosive power and endurance with our strength and conditioning programs. Using sport-specific training techniques, we help you improve speed, agility, and overall athleticism to enhance your performance on the field.

Our experienced coaches combine training methods and performance tracking tools to ensure you make measurable progress, with a focus on both short-term gains and long-term development.

Contact us today to learn more about our specialized training programs and how we can help you optimize your performance and stay at the top of your game!

Meet Our Instructors

Coach Struble

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With a lifelong passion for baseball, Jason Struble brings a wealth of experience to pitching instruction. His journey began in Little League and continued through Division 1 baseball, culminating in his graduation from the University of Utah in 1996. Over the past decade, Jason has dedicated himself to coaching Little League players, instilling strong fundamentals and refining pitching mechanics.
Jason’s coaching philosophy focuses on developing well-rounded pitchers who excel in control, mental toughness, and game awareness. His goal is to build confidence on the mound while fostering a winning mentality and a deep understanding of the game.

Coach Ramos

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Elias Ramos brings a wealth of experience from SMGSL, where he has been coaching 8U softball. With a strong background in developing young athletes, Coach Ramos excels in teaching fundamental skills, including fielding, hitting, and pitching. His dedication to nurturing talent and building confidence in players makes him a valuable asset to any team.

Coach Plagens

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Allen Plagens is the Vice President of Metro for Magnolia Baseball Association and committee member for Magnolia Express. He has been coaching for 6+ years in all age groups of baseball. He loves to see players grow into great athletes but also loves the game of baseball at the same time. He specializes in catching, hitting and fielding lessons with a passion towards teaching the young players just starting out and building their love for the game.

 

Coach Van House

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Preston is a junior at Covenant Christian in Conroe. Preston was varsity starting center fielder as a sophomore and was recently named by Lonestar Star Preps as one of the top 10 centerfielders in the state of Texas in the class of 2026. Preston is also a right-handed pitcher hitting 88 MPH as a sophomore. Preston plays summer ball with the Scorpions organization and plays on their top rated 2026 team. Preston has worked extensively with some of the top trainers in the country, including Jesse Barfield, Nate Trotsky, Kevin Bierne and Robert Deleon.
If you have a young player looking for introductory lessons for pitching, hitting or fielding Preston has experience working with younger players and passing along what he has learned and what has made him successful.

Coach Shumaker

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Christian is a Junior in high school and a talented right-handed hitter who plays middle infield. With over a decade of experience, he has been playing baseball since the age of six. Over the past three years, Christian has competed with elite teams such as the Banditos, Team Houston, and Fury Baseball.
Christian has had the privilege of working with some of the top trainers in the area, including Jesse Barfield and Robert Deleon, who have helped shape his game and refine his skills.
In addition to his playing experience, Christian is passionate about mentoring younger players. He offers introductory lessons in hitting and middle infield, sharing his knowledge, techniques, and the keys to his success.