2013 Johns Drive
Glenview Il 60025

Coach Hernandez

It is with great pleasure that the Catchers Alley is pleased to announce their newest member of their staff, Coach Danny Hernandez.
Coach Hernandez is no stranger to the game of baseball, with over 4 decades of baseball experience.  From a young age Hernandez served as the
Chicago Cubs bat boy and quickly started to absorb the tendencies of Major league baseball players and coaches.  Coaching and training has always been
his passion. He has coached at the high school level at multiple schools, including; St Benedict, Lane Tech and currently serves on Depaul Prep's baseball staff.

Hernandez is also well known in the travel baseball community, as one of the top coaches in the state.  Over the last four years Hernandez's travel ball team has
consistently been ranked #1 in the state and is also ranked nationally. His attention to detail brings team success. Hernandez develops players to compete at the
highest levels, by giving his players the training, knowledge, skills, and confidence to out work and outperform their competition.

Coach Noel

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Noel Areizaga moved to Chicago at a young age from Moca, Puerto Rico, lived in the Humboldt Park neighborhood and attended Roberto Clemente high school. A member of the baseball team who appeared in 3 city championship finals. Areizaga was selected to the All city and section teams as a pitcher. He then continued his baseball and academic success at Missouri Valley, a small Division 1 school from 1990-1993. Areizaga was fortunate to play in the 1991 regionals. He earned his bachelor’s degree in education from Missouri Valley in 1993. After graduating he signed an independent contract with the AA Federation of baseball in Puerto Rico, shortly after he became a physical education teacher at Foreman High School (CPS) where he became the head baseball, swimming and volleyball coach (1994-2000). In 2001 Areizaga joined the Chicago Police Department and played on the department’s baseball team. Areizaga is a current high School resource officer in the Austin neighborhood on the west side of Chicago.

Daughter Yamila plays NCAA D3 water polo at Carthage College in Wisconsin. 

Son Nomar plays NCAA D2 baseball at Roosevelt University in Chicago 

Additional baseball experience:

• head baseball coach at Michelle Clark High

•head baseball coach for Chicago Legends 18+ (3 national championships)

•pitching instructor for Cangelosi Sparks, Horner Park Highlanders, Edgebrook Thunder, Humboldt Park Twins, Team Chicago and The Base travel baseball programs 

• member of the Chicago Public schools coaching association 

•member of the Puerto Rican Masters National baseball team 45+

Coach Ulises

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Educator for 11 years.

Current High School Counselor at DePaul. College Prep High School

Head JV coach at DePaul College Prep HS.

Graduated at Lake View HS 2008.

4 year varsity starter at Lake View HS.

3 year captain at Lake View HS.

2008 city champion runner-ups.

2008 all-city selection.

4 year starter at Benedictine University from 2009-2012.

Coached 1 year at the college level at Concordia University in 2013 (39-7 record).

Coached Gold Glove winner Robert Weis (Shortstop Concordia U Chicago class of 2013)

Coached high school for 7 years.

Coached summer travel teams for 3 years (Cubs R.B.I. & Forest Park AI9 Pack 16U - current coach).

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Coach Mitch

Coach G

Gaston "Coach G" Lopez is the esteemed CEO and Founder of 60'6" Athletics, where he holds the distinguished role of Head Trainer for athletic and skills development across a spectrum of sports. With an impressive two decades of experience in athletic training, Coach G has established himself as a true master of his craft, with a portfolio of work that speaks volumes about his expertise and dedication. Over the course of just three years, Coach G's visionary leadership has been instrumental in orchestrating the highly successful 'Remembering Ramiro Baseball Tournament,' a testament to his unwavering commitment to fostering a culture of excellence and sportsmanship. Beyond tournaments, Coach G's influence extends far and wide, as he continues to spearhead a multitude of programs including camps, clinics, leagues, and showcases, all aimed at empowering athletes of every caliber to reach their full potential under his expert guidance. With his unmatched professionalism and dedication to the development of aspiring athletes, Coach G stands as a beacon of inspiration in the athletic community.

Coach Warlin