About Professional Baseball Training, LLC

PBT was founded by Phil Newman, Paul Winterling, and Matt Righter in October 2007 with the intention to develop a system in which all players can train and receive accessible feedback from professionals through our customized interactive analysis system, hands-on training programs, and training libraries (coming soon!). The company also embraces all styles in the baseball training world and believes that there are many great training resources, which is why PBT has created a place for these organizations to develop their training techniques as well.

However, even with the cutting edge technology on the website, we would not be in the position of leading the industry in the training experience if it were not for our great staff. PBT believes in our training staff's ability to tailor our programs to the needs of our clients. We develop players, coaches, teams, and leagues in all areas of the game. Our training style is perfect for players of all ages and abilities.

PBT’s Management Team:

Philip Newman, CEO & Co-Founder of PBT, has worked at developing young talent on the east coast for the past nine years. During this time, he as worked as personal trainer for baseball, coached at the youth and collegiate levels, and developed business relationships in baseball.

Since 2006, Philip has been the hitting and infield coach for the nationally ranked Johns Hopkins University baseball team under one of the NCAA's winningest head coaches, Bob Babb. In 2008, Philip was the assistant coach for the Johns Hopkins University World Series team that placed second in the national championship out of 300+ teams. During the 2008 season, the Johns Hopkins baseball team was the number 1 ranked hitting team in NCAA Division III baseball, leading the nation in batting average, slugging percentage, and total bases. He has also assisted in recruiting, alumni relations, budget management, and networking with MLB scouts for players at JHU. In addition, in 2008, the American Baseball Coaches Association published Philip’s article on infield play and development.

In addition to being a collegiate coach, Philip has trained young players for nine years, helping teams such as the North Carolina Junior Mudcats AAU National Team win two national titles. While coaching with the Junior Mudcats, Philip acted as the assistant to the director of marketing for the Carolina Mudcats, the Florida Marlins Double A affiliate. In 2005, Philip served as the assistant athletic director and baseball coach at the Montgomery School in Pennsylvania. The following year, Philip was the National Youth Director for the Baseball Factory, Inc, a nationally acclaimed college recruiting service. While at the Baseball Factory, Philip launched the youth division on a national scale, managing camp instructors around the country.

As a player, Philip played his collegiate baseball for the Dickinson Red Devils (2002-2004) (Division III) and the Mount Saint Mary's Mountaineers (2000-2002) (Division I). Philip received his degree in International Businessand Management from Dickinson College in 2004, and currently resides in the DC/Baltimore area. Philip continues to develop strong relationships with the DC/Baltimore youth leagues and plans to bring PBT to the national and international levels.

Paul Winterling, VP of Operations & Co-Founder of PBT, has been working closely with Philip Newman, Matt Righter, and Sheldon Newman on developing the company’s philosophies and direction. Paul, a two-time pre-season All American and graduate of Johns Hopkins University, signed a free agent contract with the Baltimore Orioles in 2005. As an outfielder, Paul made it as high as single A baseball with the Frederick Keys, where he helped lead the team to a Carolina League Championship.

Paul not only provides professional experience to our clients, but also has a teaching style that rivals any instructor in the game. From a development stand point, Paul is one of the best instructors in our region and will continue to oversee training development for PBT with our highly trained staff around the country. Paul has also networked heavily to bring highly qualified staff members to the PBT family, and he will continue to develop these contacts moving forward. Paul played an integral role in developing the ideas for the PBT Library and Analysis systems.

Matt Righter, VP of Marketing & Co-Founder of PBT, has developed the pitching and other teaching philosophies for its brand of baseball. Righter brought keen insight into the development of the Analysis systems and Library systems. On the training side, Matt has developed a great relationship with the leagues and affiliations that PBT started with and he continues to expand that network. Matt has networked with Major and Minor League baseball players on PBT’s behalf, as well as developed relationships with MLB and Independent Baseball organizations for future developments. Righter developed the current partnership with Crossover Symmetry, which continues to grow at an exciting rate, and he will continue to develop business relationships with PBT.

Matt was drafted by the Detroit Tigers in the 21st round of the 2004 MLB Draft. He pitched for five years at the professional levels making it as high as Triple A for the Toledo Mudhens. Matt graduated from Johns Hopkins University in 2004 and received his MBA in 2008. At Johns Hopkins University, Matt was a two sport athlete with both basketball and baseball. He was all-conference in both sports and was awarded "Male Athlete of the Year" in his senior year.

Sheldon Newman, CFO and Business Development, is working closely with the rest of the PBT management team in the development of the company’s strategic plan. Sheldon has been an executive in major companies during the past 30 years, and has been responsible for many successful multi-million dollar organizations during this time. With PBT, Sheldon not only provides keen insight into the strategic mission and professional experience, but also will work to attract advertising and partners for PBT. From the financial perspective, Sheldon will assist in investor-relations and the raising of equity financing.

PBT Instructors & Interactive Analysis Team:

Phil Newman – Hitting & Infield
Paul Winterling – Hitting & Outfield
Matt Righter – Pitching
Brian Bent – Catching & Hitting
Andrew Graham – Catching & Hitting
Jonas Fester – Hitting & Infield
Todd Davison – Infield & Hitting
Chris Vinyard – Hitting
Josh Kauten – Pitching & Strength/Conditioning
Brandon Erbe – Pitching
Steve Duncan – Pitching, Hitting & Outfield
Robert Laffey – Catching & Hitting
Crossover Symmetry – Strength Training & Arm Care

Instructors’ Biographies:

Brian Bent (Catching & Hitting) will be working with players of all ages to strengthen and develop there mental and physical skills in the game of baseball. Coach Bent, a current catcher with the Baltimore Orioles organization will focus catching and hitting instruction, while assisting in the speed and agility program. Brian will also be one of PBT’s interactive analysis team members for online instruction. Brian attended Mount Saint Joseph High School in Baltimore City where he played 4 years of varsity baseball. He was named 1st team all metro in 2003 and a player of the 2003 Crown All Star Game held at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Brian also was recognized as a player on Team Maryland in 2003, traveling to Oklahoma to play among the best prospective athletes in baseball. He went on to play two years of college baseball, both at Delaware Tech and Catonsville Community College Baltimore County. Brian was 2nd Team All Region in college for two years in a row.

Andrew Graham (Catching & Hitting), born and raised in Sydney Australia, will be bridging PBT's international relations between Australia and the USA by developing clients through our web technologies and by bringing our brand of baseball to Sydney. At the age of 16, Graham was offered a professional contract with the Seattle Mariners as a third baseman but declined the offer as he wanted to finish school and attend a college in the United States. He received a full baseball scholarship to Clarendon Junior College. After the 2003 season, he was drafted by the Detroit Tigers in the 19^th round and reported to the New York Pen league with the Detroit Tigers’ short season A team called the Oneonta Tigers. In 2005, he competed in the Australian National Tournament and during the MLB off-season he traveled to Holland to compete in the World Baseball Cup for the Australian Team, playing against 16 teams from all over the world. In 2006, he participated in the World Baseball Classic with the Australian National Team against the Dominican, Venezuelan, and Italian National Teams. Currently, Coach Graham is at the Triple A level for the Detroit Tigers as a catcher.

Todd Davison (Infield & Hitting) is one of the top hitting and infield instructors in the mid-Atlantic region. Todd brings over 6 years of coaching experience to PBT and will be providing instruction in and around Delaware. Todd attended St. Augustine prep in Richland, NJ, where as a four year starter, he was a two-time All-South Jersey selection, and became the school’s all-time hit leader. A University of Delaware alumnus, Todd’s name is all over the record books. He is UD’s career leader in ABs (918), consecutive games played (222), and assists (646). He is also 3rd in career hits (279), and 2^nd in doubles (66). In 2006, after finishing 2^nd in the nation with 25 doubles and becoming a First Team All-CAA selection, Todd was drafted by the Baltimore Orioles in the 19^th round. Todd has been rapidly climbing through the Baltimore Orioles system, having played for the Aberdeen Ironbirds, the Delmarva Shorebirds, and the Frederick Keys. He played along side fellow PBT instructors, Paul Winterling, Chris Vinyard, and Brian Bent.

Chris Vinyard (Hitting) will be bringing PBT's cutting edge instruction and interactive analysis to the west coast, operating out of Mesa, Arizona. Chris graduated high school from Mesa Mountain View in 2004. A three year varsity letterman under head coach Mike Thiel, Vinyard was a First Team All-Region selection in 02',03', and 04', as well as Region MVP and All-State selection in 03'. Chris played two years at Chandler-Gilbert Community College under Doyle Wilson, who is now head recruiting coordinator and hitting coach for the Trojans at USC. Drafted by the Baltimore Orioles in 2005, Coach Vinyard quickly moved through the professional ranks. In his first season, he was a NY-Penn League All Star, leading the league in homeruns and winning the Homerun Derby. In 2007, he followed suite with another All Star selection, this time with the South Atlantic League. For the second year in a row, Vinyard finished the season 2nd on the team in home runs behind 2007 Oriole Minor League Player of the year, Brandon Tripp.

Jonas Fester (Hitting & Infield) will be managing several of PBT’s regional training events while promoting the website capabilities. Jonas just finished his first season in professional baseball in the American Association, an independent baseball league. A graduate of Johns Hopkins University in 2008, Jonas appointed as the team captain for the most successful Hopkins baseball team in its history leading the team to the college world series and placing second to Trinity College. Jonas led the nation in doubles for Division III baseball during the 2007 season, and is one of the finest infielders the program has every recruited.

Robert Laffey (Catching & Hitting), a current assistant coach at Johns Hopkins University, will be assisting with player development in the Maryland region. Bob will also be assisting in developing PBT's summer camps. He played in the Centennial Conference at McDaniel College from 1999 to 2003, and he competed against Coach Newman, Winterling, and Righter during his collegiate career. Coach Laffey will work to affiliate PBT with leagues North of Baltimore as well as develop current league affiliations through the website.

Coach Steve Duncan (Pitching, Hitting, & Outfield) is an assistant coach with the Johns Hopkins baseball program. He played collegiate baseball at Wheaton College (IL), where he was a 4 year starter and 1st team all conference selection in the CCIW in 2002. Hewent on to coach at Biola University, a perennial NAIA powerhouse, before coming to Johns Hopkins in 2008. In his first year with JHU baseball team, Steve helped the team finish 2nd in the Division 3 college world series. He has also been a youth baseball coach for 3 years in Baltimore's Roland Park Baseball League. Steve works with players to improve both hitting and pitching mechanics as well as to better understand the mental aspect of the game. Steve will also help PBT develop league contacts at the youth levels.