Our Team
We bring different perspectives to the table, but we’re united by a love for purposeful work, thoughtful design, and real connection.
Matt Hightower
Founder, Director of Operations & Player DevelopmentA native of Cartersville, GA and seasoned baseball coach and instructor is one of the most passionate mentors in the area about developing young talent. With extensive playing and coaching experience, he has dedicated his career to helping athletes reach their fullest potential.
As a player, Hightower was a standout at Cartersville High School, winning three state championships and earning numerous accolades, including selection to GHSA Team Georgia and induction into the GHSA Hall of Fame.
He continued his baseball journey at the University of Florida, contributing to an SEC Conference Championship and reaching the College World Series finals. He later completed his collegiate career at Western Kentucky University, where he excelled athletically and earned both a bachelor’s degree in communications and a master’s in sports administration.
Following his playing career, Hightower served as an assistant coach at Western Kentucky University and has accumulated over 20 years of experience coaching elite travel and youth baseball teams.
Matt is married to the former Sierra Pulido and share two children, Kipton and Tenley.
Playing Experience
· 3x State Champion (2001, 2002, 2003) - Cartersville High School
· 2003 and 2004 – Selected to GHSA Team Georgia
· 2004 Most Valuable Player - Cartersville High School
· 41-2 Pitching record for Cartersville High School (2001 – 2004)
· 2011 – Selected GHSA Hall of Fame – 1st Team All Decade Team
· 2015 State Champion – King’s Ridge Christian School - Coach
· Scholarship to University of Florida 2004/2005
· Member of 2005 University of Florida College World Series Team
· SEC Conference Champion, University of Florida 2005,
· Sun Belt Conf. Champion, Western Kentucky University 2008-09
· Sun Belt Conference Pitcher of the Year 2009,
· Sun Belt All-Conference Outfielder First-Team 2009,
· Sun Belt Conference Stolen Base Leader 2009
Coaching Experience
· M.S. in Administration – Western Kentucky University – 2011
· Graduate Assistant Coach – WKU – 2009 – 2011
· 20+ years coaching experience college & elite travel baseball
David Cagle
Director of DC Academy Focused, approachable, and driven by results, our sales manager is all about building strong relationships. They help connect people to the right solutions—with clarity and care.
Creative and strategic in equal measure, our marketing director brings fresh ideas to every campaign. They turn insights into action and help our message resonate with the right audience.
Zion Clonts
Performance Coach, Hitting/Defensive SpecialistGestarl Fulgencio (Coach G)
Performance Specialist, Hitting/Defensive SpecialistEXOS Certified Performance Specialist, Infield Specialist, Physical Therapy Aide, and Strength & Conditioning Coach with a background in Nutrition and Personal Training. He trained every year in the Dominican Republic and played summer baseball there at the Luis Polonia Academy as well as in Puerto Rico. He competed at Kingsborough Community College and earned an academic scholarship to St. John’s University where he trained with the team during COVID. I also played at Yankee Stadium my senior year of high school and received a Gold Glove at 13/14 years old. My yearly training in the Dominican Republic exposed me to high-intensity baseball development methods, and I’m passionate about bringing that experience to help teach and develop American ballplayers through structured, athlete-focused training.
Mike Morrison
Performance Specialist, Hitting/Defensive SpecialistBorn in Florida and raised in Atlanta, Coach Mike has been immersed in baseball since the age of 4. A lifelong player, he honed his skills and passion for the game through years of dedication and competition. Coach Mike played college baseball at ABAC, specializing as an outfielder with a particular focus on centerfield, where he developed exceptional defensive awareness, speed, and precision.
With a background in biology and health science, Coach Morrison brings a deep understanding of how the body moves and performs. He focuses on hitting, fielding, and speed & agility training, helping players of all ages and skill levels maximize their potential, refine their skills, and elevate their on-field performance. His approach combines experience, science-based methods, and a genuine passion for player growth.
Chase Wilkerson
Customer Service ManagerFriendly, attentive, and always ready to help, our customer service manager ensures every interaction is a positive one. They keep communication clear, timely, and human.