Why We Chose Pelotero (And Why It Changes Everything)
I've been coaching baseball for over two decades, and I've seen every training fad come and go. Most of them promise revolutionary results but deliver the same cookie-cutter approach with a shiny new name.
Pelotero is different. And here's why it matters for every player in our program.
The problem with traditional training: What works for one player doesn't work for all players. But most programs treat every 12-year-old shortstop exactly the same, give them the same drills, and expect the same results. That's not development – that's just keeping kids busy.
Every conversation I have with parents starts with the same question: "How will you make my son better?" Until now, my answer was based on experience, observation, and gut instinct. Good coaches develop an eye for what each player needs, but we're still limited by time, human judgment, and the sheer number of players we work with.
Pelotero changes that equation completely.
What Pelotero Actually Does (In Plain English)
Think of Pelotero as having a hitting coach who never gets tired, never forgets a detail, and can analyze thousands of swings to find exactly what each player needs to work on. Here's how it works:
Assessment: Players take swings while our technology captures everything – bat path, timing, contact point, exit velocity, consistency
Analysis: Pelotero's AI compares your son's swing to a massive database and identifies his specific strengths and areas for improvement
Personalized Plan: In seconds, the system creates a custom training program designed specifically for his swing, his weaknesses, and his goals
Progress Tracking: Regular re-assessments show exactly how he's improving and adjust his plan accordingly
"Being better is personal. What works for one player doesn't work for all players. Players need to be told what they are good at, what they are not, and what they need to work on." - Bobby Tewksbary, Pelotero Co-Founder
How This Makes Gorilla Baseball Academy Even Better
We've always prided ourselves on individual player development. Now we have the technology to back up what we've been preaching.
For Our Travel Teams:
Every Gorilla Baseball Club player gets regular Pelotero assessments throughout the season. Instead of guessing what each player needs to work on, we know. Instead of one-size-fits-all hitting drills, each player gets a personalized development plan that evolves as they improve.
This isn't just about swings, either. Pelotero helps us understand each player's development trajectory and what it takes to reach the next level – whether that's making their high school team, earning a college scholarship, or just becoming the best player they can be.
Available to the General Public:
You don't have to be on a Gorilla travel team to benefit from this technology. We're offering Pelotero assessments and personalized training programs to any player who wants to get better.
Complete Assessment: 45-minute evaluation covering swing mechanics, timing, bat path, contact consistency, and exit velocity across multiple scenarios
Personalized Training Plan: Custom drills and exercises selected specifically for your player's needs – no generic programs
Progress Tracking: Regular re-assessments show measurable improvement and adjust the plan as skills develop
Universal Rating System: Understand exactly where your player stands compared to high school, college, and professional benchmarks
Why This Matters for Your Player's Future
Remember that blog post I wrote about what college coaches actually want to see? Here's the thing – they want players who can make adjustments, understand their swing, and work efficiently on their weaknesses.
Pelotero develops exactly those skills.
Players who understand their swing data become players who can make in-game adjustments. They learn to recognize what's working, what isn't, and how to fix it. That's the kind of baseball intelligence that translates to every level.
But here's what I love most about this technology: it takes the guesswork out of development. No more wondering if your son is improving. No more relying on batting averages that don't tell the whole story. No more hoping the coach "sees" what your player needs.
The data doesn't lie, and it doesn't play favorites.
Questions Every Parent Should Ask
When evaluating any training program, ask these questions:
How do you assess what my player needs to work on?
How do you track improvement over time?
Is the training program personalized to my player's specific needs?
Can you show me measurable progress throughout the season?
Most programs can't answer those questions. We can, and we have the technology to prove it.
The Gorilla + Pelotero Advantage
Technology is great, but it's not magic. The reason Pelotero works at Gorilla Baseball Academy is because we combine cutting-edge AI with experienced coaching.
Data + Expertise: Pelotero tells us what to work on; our coaches know how to teach it
Individual + Team: Personal development plans that fit into our team-wide development philosophy
Technology + Fundamentals: Advanced analysis supporting old-school skill development
Assessment + Application: Regular testing to ensure players are actually improving, not just going through motions
This is what separates us from every other baseball facility in the Northern Chicago suburbs. We're not just using the latest technology – we're using it intelligently to accelerate each player's development in ways that weren't possible before.
Other programs talk about individual development. We can measure it, track it, and prove it.
Other facilities have fancy equipment. We have equipment that thinks.
Other coaches rely on experience and observation. We combine both with AI-powered analysis that never misses a detail.
Ready to See What Personalized Development Looks Like?
Whether you're interested in our travel teams or just want to give your player the most advanced training available, let's talk about how Pelotero can help.
I love answering questions about player development, and I'm excited to show you what this technology can do for your son.
Call Coach Dolenga: 312.504.8439
Because comfortable players don't become great players. And great players are what we're building.