MEET THE COACHES
Fletcher Bates (Owner, Baseball Instructor, Coach)
FLETCHER BATES
Fletcher Bates is the owner and operator of Coastal Athletics, which opened its doors in 2003. He is dedicated to giving the quality instruction needed for improvement and success.
Peter Gilardo (Baseball Instructor/Coach)
PETE GILARDO
Pete Gilardo was born in Orangeburg, NY where he made a great name for himself. He excelled all four years at Dominican College (’04-’07) and finished with a .328 career batting average while also being named All-Conference three out of his four years.
Michael Rooney (Baseball Instructor/Coach)
MICHAEL ROONEY
From Cary, Michael attended college at UNC-Wilmington where he started at shortstop every game but one for his final three seasons as a Seahawk.