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Softball
Erin Bidon
Coach Bidon is a graduate of Bethany College in Kansas, where she played softball for three years as a middle infielder and outfielder. During college and after, she worked as a hitting instructor, mentoring young athletes. Over the past seven years, she has coached a variety of youth sports teams, ranging from 10U to 17U. Currently, Coach Bidon is the Head Coach of the Paola High School Softball program! Coach Bidon is available for hitting, catching and fielding lessons.
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KayLee Johns
KayLee has been playing softball since she was 6 years old and catching since she was 9. She is ranked in the top 20 in Kansas. Top 8 in Class 3 for stat 1, and 2 in pioneer league for stat 1. Her fielding percentage is .989! She started her freshman year as a starter on the varsity softball team. KayLee has received several awards over the years: All Pioneer League 2nd team, 2nd team catcher Tri County spotlight and 2024 Mo/Kan Allstate games. KayLee is excited to work with 12u girls and younger on developing their catching skills.
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Dan Medina
For 8 years Dan as been coaching baseball and instructing youth. Coach Dan loves coaching as well as developing and making a stronger generation of ball players. He is currently coaching a 14U baseball team, 8th grade basketball tournament and 8th grade Select team. Coach Dan is a USA Baseball Coaches certified (Levels A-C), NFHS National Coaching credentials (Level 1-3), Blast Baseball Certified, Rapsodo Baseball Hitting & Pitching certified. Dan can work with all ages on hitting, fielding and pitching.
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Baseball
Dalton Bidon
Attended College of the Desert in Palm Springs, CA, where he was a catcher before transferring to Bethany College where he played first and third base. After his college career, he took a position as a hitting instructor and head coach for the NW Reign, in Seattle, WA. While he was at NW Reign, he was the head hitting instructor for the entire program, that included 8 teams, ranging in ages from 9 to 18. Dalton works well with all ages and specializes in coaching hitting and defense at 1B, 3B, and Catcher.
Dan Medina
Meet Coach Dan
With over 10 years of coaching and instructional experience, Coach Dan is passionate about developing athletes both on and off the field. His coaching philosophy centers on fundamentals, effort, and continuous improvement- values that have guided his work with players across multiple sports and age groups. Currently, Coach Dan is actively involved in
- High School Summer Baseball
- Middle School Basketball
- Youth Football
He also offers specialized instruction in baseball and softball, working with players of all ages on hitting, fielding and baseball pitching. Coach Dan holds a range of respected coaching certifications, including:
- USA Baseball Coaching Certification (Levels A-C)
- NFHS National Coaching Credentials (Levels 1-3)
- Blast Baseball Certified
- Rapsodo Hitting & Pitching Certified.
Whether you're a beginner looking to learn the game or an advanced player seeking to elevate your performance, Coach Dan provides personalized training built on knowledge, experience, and a genuine love for coaching.
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Clint Stoy
Clint Stoy brings 20 years of coaching experience to Miami county! After playing through college, he has coached 17 years of Junior College, 3 years as a NCAA Division I assistant, as well as 3 years of MLB scouting experience to Elevate! He is knowledgeable in every facet of the game by coaching at multiple Division 1 teams. Most recently, he spent 10 years as head coach at Allen Community College, as well as time at Iowa Western and Labette County. During his career, he has sent many players onto D1 rosters as well as several to play Major League Baseball. His career has also allowed him to create many contacts throughout the baseball world, all the way up through the MLB.
If you are a competitive player at the 12U level or above and are looking for high level coaching to take you to the next level, Clint is here to help! (Lessons with Coach Clint are NOT included in our team contracts.)
Pitching, Hitting, Fielding and Catching Lesson with Stoy
Ron Maring
For 32 years Ron has been coaching baseball and instructing youth. He has coached High School, 18U Baseball and youth baseball teams. Coach Ron is well rounded with lots of love for the kids and the game! He is a graduate of Missouri State University. He currently works as an Athletic Field Specialist.
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