We now offer hitting and pitching lessons at Full Count Ahwatukee!
To sign up for lessons or inquire about rates, click on the button below the instructor to message the instructor (each instructor has their own rates).
Channing Brown
Hitting Coach
Channing Brown has an extensive history of playing baseball for years and is familiar to baseball as a 5A All-State at Marcos de Niza High School in Tempe, AZ. Following his time at Marcos de Niza, he continued to play at Chandler-Gilbert Community College, receiving recognition as a Junior College All-Star in 2007. Brown transitioned to the D1 level at Lipscomb University for the 2008 and 2009 seasons. Brown furthered his experience with the San Diego Surf Dogs in 2009, Team Canada in 2010, Lake County Fielders in 2011, and Montezuma Federals in 2012-2013.
Channing is currently the Junior Varisty Baseball Coach at Seton Catholic High School in Chandler, AZ.
Ronan Kopp
Pitching Coach
Ronan Kopp is a left handed pitcher in the Dodgers minor league system. Ronan spent the 2024 season pitching for the Tulsa Drillers, the AA affiliate of the LA Dodgers. He was originally drafted in the 12th round of the 2021 MLB Draft. Prior to being drafted, he pitched at South Mountain Community College in Phoenix, AZ.
He is excited to teach kids all that he has learned throughout his college and professional career!
Thomas Ponticelli
Pitching Coach
Thomas Ponticelli attended the University of San Francisco from 2016-2018 where he competed in the highly competitive West Coast Conference. He accumulated 236 innings pitched as a weekend starter in my 3 years at the University. Thomas was selected in the 12th round of the 2018 draft by the Cleveland Indians. During his time with Cleveland, he worked his way up through their farm system spending two seasons in AAA. After the ‘23 season, he was selected in the Rule 5 draft by the Colorado Rockies where he spent time in AAA.
Thomas has a passion for teaching younger generations in preparation for whatever level of baseball they desire. In a unique time in baseball there is an emphasis on pitching velocity. There’s no doubt that it is important as players progress in their careers but that is NOT what makes a complete pitcher. There is so many other factors that are neglected and it is my mission to make the most complete pitcher. If you are signing up for a lesson with me, we will focus on the following:
1. Emphasis on correct movements and positions in order to be as efficient as possible in your throwing mechanics.
2. Mentality: one of the most under looked factors when it comes to pitching. Your ability to persevere through adversity and difficulties you will face on and off the field. Focusing on your mental side by using breath work, visualization and other techniques to increase your confidence and competitive edge.
3. Pitch design: an awareness of what pitch best compliments your arsenal for success on the mound. Being able to communicate these and really talk through it with your athlete.
4. Pre and post throw warmup routines: the importance of these to keep your athlete on the field and prevent injury.
5. Having fun. The most important part of baseball is to always have fun. Baseball is a game it is meant to be enjoyed loved and cherished.
