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HOME PLATE CHILI DOGS
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OUR COACHES
Our instructors are former professional baseball and softball players who love kids and love ball.
Come see what a difference we can make in your child's confidence!
Our coaches bring out the best in your player.
WALKER SEARCY
OWNER
Walker earned his MBA at Piedmont College with a BA in Business Management. He was a 4 year starter as an infielder for the Piedmont Lions and later became a Graduate Assistant. Walker served as an assistant coach for Gordon College’s baseball team from 2008-2009.
Seeing that his entire life has revolved around sports, being an athlete, and his family, purchasing Home Plate has given him the opportunity to continue his athletic endeavors in a family-driven community.
Walker is married to his supportive wife, Amanda. Together they have 3 children, Rowan, Morgan, and Mills.
LLOYD THOMPSON
Lloyd has been an instructor and coach for over 30 years
.4 years of professional baseball with Montreal Expos and
Chicago White Sox.
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JAKE ESCH
Georgia Tech middle infielder studied Civil Engineering. In 2011 he was voted Academic All-American and a finalist for the Brooks Wallace Shortstop of the Year Award. He was drafted in the 11th round by the Florida Marlins as a starting pitcher. On August 31, 2016, he debuted for the Marlins pitching 4.1 innings against the New York Mets at Citi Field.
TOBY BLACK
Former Head Baseball Coach at McIntosh High School (1991 - 2008)
Worked with Doyle Baseball - Winter Haven, FL teaching along side the Doyle Brothers & Tom House. Coach Black has had a number of players drafted and recruited to college baseball.
ARMOND UPSHAW
After graduating from Northgate HS, Armond played at Pensacola State College as a left handed pitcher, switch hitter and outfielder. Drafted by the Washington Nationals in the 11th round. 2016 to 2023, most recently in AA.
CAJEN RHODES
Drafted in the 44th round of the 1993 MLB draft by the Texas Rangers. Cajen played for two years at Pensacola Junior College. He was a member of the 1996 NCAA Division II National Championship Team at Kennesaw State University. Cajen holds his degree from Columbus State University where he played his final year of college baseball. He enjoys coaching players of all levels and positions.
RYAN CHILDS
TRAVIS McCLANAHAN
Travis McClanahan has 23 years of college coaching experience, both in Junior College and at the Division I level. He also has 15 years of experience as a scout for the Atlanta Braves. Travis understands what is needed to help every pitcher excel and if you have the work ethic and determination to succeed, he can help you reach your goals.
ANFERNEE GRIER
was a former standout player for Auburn University Baseball. His outstanding performance in 2016 earned him several accolades, including First Team All-American, Second Team All-SEC, and a spot on the SEC Defensive Team. Additionally, he was a Golden Spike Award semifinalist. Anfernee was then drafted 39th overall in the 2016 MLB draft by the Arizona Diamondbacks, where he played for five seasons. He concluded his professional career with the Chicago Dogs in the American Association, where he played for two years.
MIKE DYAL
ANFERNEE GRIER
DAWSON BROWN
ORLANDO ANGULA DIAZ
BRENNEN KNIGHT