$35M+ IN COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIPS • 600+ ATHLETES IN COLLEGE PROGRAMS SINCE 2006 • 65+ MLB DRAFTED PLAYERS (2011)

Desi Relaford

Baseball coach

About Me

Desmond Lamont "Desi" Relaford, born on September 16, 1973, in Valdosta, Georgia, is a former professional baseball infielder and current manager of the Danville Otterbots.

what we offer

  • Individual and Team Instruction
    (Baseball/Softball)et Lit 1

  • Online Training

  • Team Membership

  • Gym Membership
    (Adults/Kids)

  • Summer & Holiday Camps/Clinics
    (Adults/Kids)

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Experience

Early Life and Education:

Sandalwood High School
1989 to 1991

Relaford graduated from Sandalwood High School in Jacksonville, Florida, in 1991, where he earned all-state honors in baseball.

Professional Career:

Seattle Mariners
1996

Relaford was selected by the Seattle Mariners in the 4th round of the 1991 MLB Amateur Draft. He made his Major League Baseball (MLB) debut on August 1, 1996, with the Philadelphia Phillies. Over his 11-season MLB career, he played for several teams, including the Philadelphia Phillies, San Diego Padres, New York Mets, Seattle Mariners, Kansas City Royals, Colorado Rockies, and Texas Rangers.

Known for his defensive versatility, Relaford played every position on the field except first base and catcher. Notably, he pitched a perfect inning for the New York Mets, recording a strikeout and throwing over 90 mph. Throughout his career, Relaford maintained a batting average of .243, with 40 home runs and 308 RBIs.

Post-Playing Career:

After Baseball

After retiring from professional baseball, Relaford transitioned into coaching. In March 2021, he was named the manager of the Danville Otterbots, a team in the Appalachian League.

Testimonials
Trusted by families and athletes nationwide. The same organization that has generated $35M+ in college scholarships, produced 120+ MLB Draft Picks, and helped 600+ athletes reach the next level including Pete Alonso, Lance McCullers Jr., and 29 active MLB players. Coach Brian DuBose, a 14-year professional baseball veteran, personally develops every athlete.
Monica Illas
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Brian is very knowledgeable, experienced and makes lessons fun. My son very much enjoys going and has improved.
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Marc Scotch
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Great place to work on your skills. Amazing customer service and genuine kindness shown to patrons. My son got a great workout and had a great time!
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Nature Lover
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Perfect place to get some reps in.
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Melissa
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Coach Dubie (Brian DuBose) has changed our son's game dramatically and truly cares about each athlete individually.
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Josh Noftz
★★★★★
Love Game Changers. The coaches are smart ball players and great with the kids. We've been coming here for years.
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FACILITY LOCATION

105 Whitaker Road
Lutz, Florida 33549 

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