BASEBALL AFTER SCHOOL & SUMMER CAMPS

Tony Hubbard is the Head Coach and Program Director of Williamsburg Baseball Academy and the driving force behind its rapid growth into one of Brooklyn’s premier youth baseball programs.

A graduate of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Tony earned his degree in Exercise and Sports Science with minors in Mathematics and Psychology. At UNC, one of the nation’s top academic and athletic institutions, he competed in both varsity and club baseball environments, gaining exposure to high-level training systems, strength programming, and player development models that now shape WBA’s structure.

Before UNC, Tony was an All-State pitcher and outfielder, finishing his senior season with a batting average above .450. His experience competing at a high level as both a two-way player and student-athlete informs his approach to teaching mechanics, preparation, and competitive mindset.

Tony founded WBA with a simple but ambitious vision: deliver elite-level baseball training in a structured, character-driven environment without sacrificing fun, accessibility, or community connection. Since launching in February 2025 with just three players, the program has grown into sold-out summer camps, multiple seasonal sessions, and a maintained 5:1 coach-to-player ratio that ensures meaningful individual attention.

His coaching philosophy is rooted in biomechanics, efficient movement patterns, and long-term athletic development. He prioritizes clean throwing mechanics, controlled rotational hitting patterns, and intelligent defensive positioning, always emphasizing repeatability and injury prevention. Beyond technical instruction, Tony teaches baseball IQ, leadership, emotional control, and accountability.

Parents value his organization, communication, and high standards. Players respond to his clarity, energy, and belief in their potential. His goal is not only to prepare athletes for travel baseball and advanced competition, but to develop confident young leaders who understand how to compete with integrity.

Under Tony’s leadership, Williamsburg Baseball Academy continues to set a higher standard for youth baseball training in Brooklyn and beyond.

Frank Alameda brings over 15 years of youth baseball coaching experience in New York City to Williamsburg Baseball Academy. As the founder and leader of a Lower East Side youth baseball program, Frank has developed players across recreational, travel, and competitive levels while building strong relationships with families throughout the community.

Frank is officially affiliated with MLB RBI (Reviving Baseball in Inner Cities), a nationally recognized initiative designed to increase access and structured development in youth baseball. His long-standing involvement reflects his commitment to disciplined programming, community leadership, and fundamental skill development.

At WBA, Frank serves as Assistant Head Coach, supporting overall camp and after-school operations while leading instruction in hitting, fielding, and introductory pitching. His coaching style emphasizes clean mechanics, repetition, and situational awareness. He focuses on helping players build confidence through mastery of fundamentals before advancing into higher-level competitive play.

Frank is CPR certified and prioritizes safety, structure, and accountability in every session. Parents value his steady presence and consistent expectations, while players respond to his positive but disciplined approach.

Across more than a decade and a half of coaching, Frank has helped guide hundreds of young athletes in New York City — many progressing from beginner levels into organized travel baseball. His goal remains simple and consistent: help every player improve, compete with integrity, and develop a lifelong respect for the game.

With over a decade of collegiate coaching experience and more than 10 years of professional instruction for youth players, Coach Joe has dedicated his life to mastering the game of baseball and shaping the next generation of athletes.

Nylah Ramirez is a 28 year old female baseball player from Brooklyn, NY. She has extensive experience as a ball player and Coach. She plays for Team Puerto Rico on the Women’s National Baseball Team and is one of the Coaches for the Brooklyn Bulldogs.
Nylah started playing boys baseball with The Youth Service League (YSL) organization at only 6 years old. Making her the only girl on her team for years. She started traveling, playing in tournaments and pushing herself to be great. Being the only girl was a fun challenge that only led Nylah to play and be better than the boys.
Over the years she was requested to participate in World Series, Nationals, Pony Tournaments and more wearing different jerseys along the way. Nylah was introduced to girls baseball when she played in Cooperstown for Justine Siegal with Baseball For All at the age of 13. She then played for The Dream Team, an all girls baseball team who competed in boys tournaments and also played as a US representative for a 16u tournament in Edmonton, CAN.
At 21 years old, Nylah made it onto the Women’s National Baseball Team for Puerto Rico. Some of her recent experiences include the 2018 Women’s Baseball World Cup in Florida, 2019 Pan American Games in Mexico, 2023 Women’s Friendly Tournament in Cuba & the 2023 Women’s Baseball World Cup in Japan.
Nylah has now officially stepped into her coaching career and plans to continue dedicating her spare time to coach kids while she continues to pursue her professional baseball goals. She is the Manager of the Brooklyn Bulldogs 9u baseball team working alongside Marc Lussier, Rene Ramirez and Justin Miran. This 2025 Spring season was Nylah’s first year managing a team and The Bulldogs had a great run ending their season being the undefeated USABL 9u Champions.
Nylah Ramirez is a competitive dream chaser who loves all things baseball, training/teaching, and traveling the world.

Nate is a 25 year old recent Georgetown graduate from San Francisco, California. He grew up playing baseball in the San Francisco Little League, and went on to play all stars, travel ball, and high school ball all in the Bay Area. Throughout high school he helped lead a youth development program for middle school-aged players looking to make the leap.

At college, Nate went on to play shortstop for the Georgetown University Men’s Club Baseball team, where he would eventually be named captain his junior year. He has led one-on-one lessons for kids ranging 8-16 years old for fielding, pitching, and hitting, and has experience leading small group lessons as well.

Professionally, Nate has worked at Disney on the ABC News and Hulu publicity teams and at The Lead PR, a boutique agency specializing in the media industry. He is also a freelance writer and journalist for a series of nonprofit clients in the NY area.

Chris Slate serves as the Director of Strength & Conditioning at Williamsburg Baseball Academy, bringing elite-level training principles into youth baseball development. Known professionally for working with high-level and professional athletes, Chris combines performance science with age-appropriate programming to build stronger, more resilient players.

At WBA, Chris designs and leads structured movement sessions focused on speed, agility, balance, coordination, and injury prevention. His philosophy centers on teaching athletes how to move efficiently before adding load or intensity. Young players develop foundational strength, body control, and athletic awareness, while more advanced athletes refine power production, explosiveness, and rotational sequencing specific to baseball.

Chris integrates arm care protocols, mobility work, sprint mechanics, and functional strength training into the program to support long-term development. His work directly complements on-field instruction by improving durability, reaction time, and overall athletic performance.

Parents appreciate Chris’s professional presence and emphasis on safety, while players respond to his energetic, high-expectation coaching style. His goal is to help every athlete build a strong physical foundation that supports performance today and protects them for years to come.

Under Chris’s leadership in performance training, WBA athletes gain a competitive edge rooted in movement quality, strength, and confidence.