Coach Pete Cimino delivers science-backed, biomechanics-driven pitching and hitting instruction that has helped over 2,500 players unlock their full potential — from Tee Ball to the college diamond.
"There's only one me — and that's my biggest strength."
With over 35 years of baseball experience and nearly 12 years as a professional instructor, Coach Pete Cimino brings a rare combination of scientific expertise, genuine passion, and a personalized approach that no other instructor can replicate.
Coach Pete is a recognized biomechanics expert and a Professional Certified Life Coach at GAME ON Mental Performance — because elite performance starts in the mind, not just the body.
His teaching motto — Educate, Demonstrate, Motivate, Create — shapes every single lesson, ensuring every player not only learns the right mechanics but believes in their ability to execute them under pressure.
Trained under Tom House's methodology — the same science used in Major League Baseball. Every drill is rooted in measurable, proven movement principles, not guesswork.
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Personalized to You
Every player learns differently. Coach Pete adapts to each athlete's personality, learning style, and goals — visual, auditory, or both — ensuring real comprehension and retention.
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Mental Performance
A Certified Life Coach specializing in athlete mental performance. Pete addresses the mental game — pressure, failure, confidence — because baseball is 90% mental.
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Data & Video Feedback
Immediate video analysis every session. Coach Pete measures velocity, exit velocity, body speed, stride length, and more — giving players concrete benchmarks for improvement.
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Proven Track Record
60+ college scholarship recipients. 70+ teams coached. 2,500+ players trained. The results speak for themselves across every level of the game.
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Always Evolving
Coach Pete constantly studies, attends clinics, and researches the latest in the industry — so you always get the most current, effective instruction available.
"Take a great athlete, who is in top-notch physical condition with GREAT MECHANICS and you have the makings of a great pitcher."
— Nolan Ryan | Echoed by Coach Pete in every lesson
The Numbers
Results That Speak For Themselves
2,500+
Players trained at all levels, from Tee Ball to professional development
60+
College scholarships & financial aid packages earned by former students
70+
Teams coached as pitching or hitting coach across all levels
35+
Years of total baseball experience — playing, coaching, and instructing
Ready to Get to the Next Level?
Whether it's pitching velocity, hitting power, or your mental game — Coach Pete has the tools, the experience, and the passion to take you there.
"Throw every pitch like it's the last pitch you will ever throw in your life… because it just might be."
— Jack Cimino, Father of Coach Pete
Born and raised in northeast New Jersey, Pete Cimino began his love affair with baseball at age 7 and never looked back. Over 35 years of playing, studying, and coaching the game have shaped a coaching philosophy built on science, authenticity, and genuine care for every player's growth.
He trained under the biomechanics methodology pioneered by Dr. Tom House — the same research that explained why Tom Seaver could throw 98 mph for 20 years without a single arm injury. That foundation forms the core of everything Coach Pete teaches.
Beyond mechanics, Pete is a Professional Certified Life Coach at GAME ON Mental Performance, bringing a complete athlete development approach that addresses the physical and the psychological.
Launched CP Baseball Performance, bringing together elite pitching instruction, hitting training, and certified mental performance coaching under one brand. Also serves as Pitching/Hitting Coach for RAGE Varsity Baseball.
2019 – 2023
Venom Baseball of Illinois
Served as lead pitching and hitting instructor, developing players for high school varsity and travel baseball competition across Illinois.
2014 – 2024
National School of Baseball (LLC)
Founded and led NSB for a decade, establishing a reputation as one of the Chicago area's most trusted baseball development programs — training over 2,500 athletes during this period.
2015 – 2018
Youth Head Coaching (Multiple Organizations)
Head Coach for Wheatland Baseball (9U–11U) and Naperville Little League (7U & 8U), as well as park district coach pitch and Tee Ball programs — building foundational love of the game at the grassroots level.
1981 – 1984
First Coaching Role — Haledon PAL
Began coaching career at age 14 with the Haledon PAL Little League (10U–12U) in New Jersey, igniting a lifelong passion for developing young athletes.
The Method
Science Meets Passion: The CP Philosophy
Biomechanics First
Every body movement in pitching and hitting has a scientific reason. Coach Pete's instruction is grounded in Dr. Tom House's biomechanics research — the same framework used to analyze Tom Seaver, Nolan Ryan, and today's elite pitchers. Understanding why mechanics work is as important as doing them.
Rotational Power
Whether pitching or hitting, maximum rotational body speed is the key to elite performance. In pitching, faster body movement creates longer stride and higher velocity. In hitting, rotational speed drives hand speed and exit velocity. Coach Pete builds this from the ground up in every player.
Mental Performance
As Yogi Berra said, "Baseball is 90% mental." As a certified life coach specializing in athletes, Pete addresses performance anxiety, failure response, confidence building, and baseball IQ — helping players compete at their ceiling, not their floor.
Dominant Longevity™
Pete's trademarked concept captures his ultimate goal for every player: don't just be good for a season — dominate for the entirety of your career. Safe arm mechanics, sustainable body movement, and smart training habits protect players for the long game.
"Go out and give me everything you've got for as long as you've got it. I don't care if it's one hitter!"
— Jack Cimino (Dad), May 1939 – August 2020
Player Outcomes
The Proof Is in the Players
As of 2024, 26 players trained by Coach Pete have earned college scholarships — with many more on the way. These aren't just wins for the players; they're the measure of a coaching philosophy that truly works.
In nearly 12 years of instruction, Coach Pete has worked with over 2,500 players and served as pitching or hitting coach for 70+ teams. Whether you're brand new to the game or chasing a college roster spot, there's a lesson here for you.
Session Formats Available
One-on-One PrivateBuddies (2 Players)Small Group (3–6)Full Team Session
Training Areas
Choose Your Focus
Pitching
Pitching Lessons
Science-backed pitching instruction rooted in biomechanics and rotational mechanics. Every lesson builds from stance through release, developing velocity, accuracy, and longevity.
Velocity & arm speed measurement
Biomechanical stride analysis
Late ball movement development
Pitch design (fastball, breaking balls)
Arm health & safe mechanics
Hitting
Hitting Lessons
Hitting is the hardest skill in sports. Coach Pete simplifies it through full hip rotation, bat extension, and an attack-ready stance — building all-field hitting power from the ground up.
Exit velocity tracking
Hip rotation & body speed drills
Stance & timing optimization
Hitting zone extension
Softball hitting included
Mental Game
Mental Performance
As a Certified Life Coach at GAME ON Mental Performance, Pete helps athletes develop the mental toughness to compete under pressure, bounce back from failure, and perform at their peak.
Pressure & performance anxiety
Failure response & resilience
Baseball IQ development
Goal setting & motivation
Next-level mindset training
The Experience
What Every Lesson Includes
Regardless of session format — group or private — every athlete receives the same high-quality, comprehensive instruction.
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Video Analysis & Instant Feedback
Every session is filmed. Coach Pete reviews footage with players immediately, explaining what's working and what to fix. Players receive video references for at-home practice.
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Performance Metrics
Pitchers: velocity, body speed, stride length, positioning. Hitters: exit velocity, body rotation speed, timing. Real numbers drive real improvement.
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Personalized Homework Drills
Players leave every session with targeted drills to reinforce mechanics. 1,000 perfect reps build habit. 10,000 make it automatic. That's the plan.
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Progress Tracking
Coach Pete tracks each player's development over time, adjusting the curriculum based on measurable progress — ensuring momentum is maintained every step of the way.
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Mental Performance Strategies
Woven into every lesson: techniques for handling pressure, developing baseball intelligence, and building the confidence to compete at the next level.
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Tailored Communication
Visual learner? Auditory? Coach Pete reads each player and adapts accordingly — ensuring every concept lands and every drill connects.
Who It's For
Every Level. Every Age.
Coach Pete works with players from Tee Ball all the way through college and professional development. The method scales — the commitment doesn't change.
Youth (Tee Ball – 12U)
Building fundamentals, love of the game, and foundational mechanics early — before bad habits set in.
Travel & High School
Sharpening mechanics, increasing velocity and exit velocity, and building the mental game for competitive play.
College-Bound & Elite
Advanced biomechanics, analytics-driven coaching, and scholarship preparation for players chasing the next level.
Policies
Booking & Cancellation
Cancellation Policy
No Call / No Show — Charged full session price
Under 24 Hours Notice — Charged full session price
24–48 Hours Notice — Charged half session price
No Exceptions
Ready to Book?
Use Coach Pete's online scheduling system to lock in your lesson time. All formats — individual, group, and team — are bookable online.
Over 60 players trained by Coach Pete Cimino have earned college scholarships or financial aid to continue their baseball careers at the collegiate level. This page is dedicated to them — and to every player still working toward that dream.
A selection of players who have trained with Coach Pete and gone on to earn college scholarships. Many more have followed — and more are on the way.
Mario Merendino
Benedictine University
2021
Aidan Kress
Benedictine University
2021
Bradley Patton
Benedictine University
2020
Ralphy Ortiz
Arizona State University
2020
Jonathon Hanscom
Lewis University
2021
Callan Carn
Ave Maria University
2020
Ryan Creevy
North Central College
2020
Nic Aehlert
Belmont Abbey College
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Ryan Behling
North Central College
2019
Joe Strem
Saint Xavier University
2018
The Roadmap
Your Pathway to a College Roster
Coach Pete doesn't just train players — he develops athletes for the next chapter of their careers. Here's how the journey typically unfolds.
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Foundation & Assessment
Every player starts with a full mechanical and mental assessment. We identify strengths, gaps, and the fastest path to improvement.
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Mechanics Overhaul
Science-backed pitching and hitting mechanics are built from the ground up using biomechanics principles, video feedback, and data tracking.
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Performance Peaks
With proper mechanics in place, velocity increases, exit velocity climbs, and consistency follows. Players start getting noticed at showcases and tryouts.
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Next Level Achieved
60+ players have earned college scholarships through this process. Your goals become Coach Pete's goals — and together, you get there.
"When you take private baseball lessons with me, your goals become my goals."
— Coach Pete Cimino
60+
Scholarships Earned
2,500+
Players Trained
70+
Teams Coached
12
Years Instructing
Will Your Name Be Next?
Sixty players have already made it to the college diamond with Coach Pete's help. The next scholarship winner is training right now. Is it you?
Whether you have a question about lessons, want to book a session for your team, or just want to learn more about what Coach Pete offers — reach out. Pete personally responds to every message.
📍 Location
CP Baseball Performance 7850 S Quincy St., Willowbrook, IL
