Our Coaches

The Flying Chanclas coaching staff is made up of experienced, knowledgeable, and committed volunteers who believe that access to baseball development should not be determined by income or geography.

Our coaches come from diverse playing and coaching backgrounds and share a common philosophy: development and safety first, character always. They choose to volunteer their time not for recognition or compensation, but because they are invested in the growth of our athletes and our community.

Flying Chanclas coaches are trained in teaching fundamentals, skill progression, and age-appropriate development. By volunteering their time, they eliminate the largest cost in traditional travel baseball allowing the program to remain affordable without compromising instruction or standards.

They model accountability, discipline, and respect while helping athletes build confidence, resilience, and leadership skills. Our goal is to develop not only better baseball players, but better teammates and community members.

All Flying Chanclas coaches operate within a shared philosophy and are held to clear standards of conduct, communication, and athlete safety. The program is guided by transparent nonprofit leadership and a commitment to serving families with integrity.

Our coaches are here because they believe in the mission—and because they believe in our kids.

Learn more about our coaches below.

BRENDEN LOPEZ

14U COACH

Coach Brendan brings advanced game knowledge and a strong focus on preparation, accountability, and leadership. At the 14U level, his goal is to prepare players for the next stage of baseball while reinforcing discipline, teamwork, and confidence on and off the field.

DAVID SANTANA

12U COACH

Coach David focuses on strong fundamentals and consistent mechanics during this critical development year. His coaching style emphasizes repetition, effort, and growth, helping players build confidence as competition increases.

JOSE AGUIRRE

13U COACH

Coach Jose specializes in helping players transition to the big field, emphasizing baseball IQ, situational awareness, and skill refinement. He is committed to developing well-rounded athletes while maintaining a positive, team-first culture.

ANDY GARCIA

11U COACH

Coach Andy focuses on building strong fundamentals while introducing players to more structured level of baseball. At the 11U level, the emphasis is on skill development, game awareness, and consistency, while continuing to reinforce teamwork, accountability, and a positive approach to learning the game.

HECTOR PEREA

10U COACH

Coach Hector creates a supportive and engaging environment where players develop core baseball fundamentals and a love for the game. The focus is on teaching proper mechanics, building confidence, and encouraging teamwork, sportsmanship, and effort both on and off the field.

JULIAN LOPEZ

8U COACH

Coach Julian focuses on making baseball fun, accessible, and educational. At the 8U level, he emphasizes fundamentals, teamwork, and enthusiasm, helping players fall in love with the game while learning the basics in a supportive environment.