1995 - 8th rd. draft pick, Chicago Cubs
9 yr. professional career. Signed contracts with Reds and D-backs
Founder, BairFind.org
Owner & General Manager, East Coast Baseball U.S.A
"Nick Steppe knows how to develop young baseball players to reach their potential.
Nick was drafted and signed professional contracts both as a hitter/position player AND a pitcher. He learned both sides of the game, which enables him to communicate with his players on a level few others can. He helps them see the game from every possible perspective, which is invaluable to helping a young player discover his true ability.
Most coaches unfortunately try to force their players into a mold. They instruct young players in terms of mechanics only, creating uninspired, robotic adjustments. Nick Steppe does the opposite. He knows from his experience as a professional player that from the approach follows proper mechanics. His talent is helping young players discover their best approach naturally. If you want cookie-cutter type instruction from underqualified coaches and so-called gurus, go read a textbook. If you want an instructor who cranks out lessons like an assembly line with boring drills and time-fillers, look elsewhere. However, if you want your son to receive top shelf professional instruction from a former player who truly understands the game, and understands how to bring out the best in your son, my advice is to see Nick Steppe.
For years, Nick Steppe has been passing on his knowledge of the game of baseball to the next generation of players. He learned from the best during his time as a professional player, and is very skilled at communicating his knowledge to the young players. As a player, Nick "walked the walk", being drafted as a hitter/outfielder, and later signing professional contracts as a pitcher. I have coached with Nick, and have seen first-hand his impact and influence on the young guys. It is very impressive. When I have a son, I want Nick to play a major role in his development as a baseball player and young man."
My name is Garvin Alston, former Major League pitcher with the Rockies and Dodgers. I have acquired 2 plus yrs of Major league time. I am presently a coordinator with the Oakland Athletics.
Nick Steppe was a teammate of mine in 2002. His knowledge of hitting rivals those of big league hitting coaches. His passion for the game is un-measurable. What I have come to believe about Nick is that he understands the basics to the complex parts of hitting and he is able to convey that ball players of all ages. That is why I support and recommend anyone to take time to listen and learn when Nick is talking Hitting. I know I do.
-Garvin Alston
“Nick Steppe is an outstanding baseball hitting instructor, and has a great rapport with young players. My son has benefited greatly from the lessons he has taken from Nick."
-Richard McCarroll