Top Velocity Dayton
Helping baseball players achieve their velocity goals — with a health focus and athlete-focused development.
A complete throwing and arm care program for athletes of all ages. Offseason work builds the arm. In-season work keeps it healthy and on the mound.
Watch the intro
Juan Espinosa on how the program works and what it's built to do.
Who it's for
Pitchers
A one-stop shop. Offseason focuses on development and enhancement. In-season focuses on pitchability and health to promote success on the field.
Position players
Increase your throwing, power and speed tools by developing as an elite athlete year-round — not just for six weeks in the winter.
Ages 12 and over · Individual program
Four steps to get on the mound.
Steps 1 and 2 are required before choosing a membership or booking any class.
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1
New athlete evaluation
We get a baseline on your arm, your mechanics and where you are right now.
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2
Top Velocity drills introduction
Learn the movements and the program before you start training in it.
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Ages 8 – 12
Younger athletes work with our coaches individually or in a small group / team setting. Book a pitching session, or email us to get connected with a coach.
The brand
Trust the process.
We're not just focused on short-term gains. The process is built for long-term success — whether the goal is varsity, the collegiate level, or a professional career. When you see "Trust the Process" on our shirts, it's a reminder to stay dedicated, stay focused, and have faith in the journey.
TopVGuys
When you're part of the Top V Guys you're not just an individual athlete — you're part of a community of like-minded people who share your standard, with coaches and teammates all striving for the same thing. It's a badge of honor. Embrace the challenge and push yourself to new heights.
Meet the coaches
Who you'll train with.
Juan Espinosa
Owner · Director of Top Velocity Dayton
"Healthy velocity gets you in the door. Learning how to pitch and dominate hitters keeps you there."
Bringing together Top Velocity methods and the pitching side of the game into one training program built to help athletes hit their velocity and performance goals.
- Florida Christian HS — Miami, FL
- University of Northwestern Ohio, 2010–2014
- Sonoma Stompers (professional), 2016–2018
- Espinosa Baseball Training, 2018–2020
- Top Velocity Dayton, 2021–current
- MS Sport Management · MBA Specialized Studies
Charlie Schafer
Coach since Summer 2025
"We don't run from pressure. We dive in — head first."
My goal isn't just to help you improve your skills — it's to help you build unshakable self-belief. This game will challenge you. Good.
- Beavercreek HS
- Wittenberg University, 2021–2024
- Champion City Kings pitching coach, 2025
- MBA Exercise Science
Max Whitesell
Coach since Winter 2024
Combining Top Velocity methods with the pitching side of the game to help athletes reach their velocity and performance goals.
- Centerville HS
- Ohio Dominican University (D2), 2021–2023
- Wright State University (D1), 2024–2025
- Florence Y'alls (professional), 2025
- Clark State JUCO pitching coach, 2025
Andrew Dreier
Coach since Dec 2020
Our first athlete to become an intern and then an official Top Velocity Dayton coach.
- Dayton Christian — 4-year varsity
- Cedarville University, 2020–2021
- Indiana Wesleyan, 2022–2024
- Top Velocity trainee, 2019–2024
Ben Zink
Coach since 2022
"Baseball is an ever-changing game. You must evolve with it to keep up."
Coaching lets me help athletes apply the best training methods to get results while staying healthy.
- Northmont varsity RHP/OF, 2020–2022
- Wright State University RHP/OF, 2022–current
- Top Velocity trainee, 2017–current
Evan Fry
Coach since 2022
- Franklin HS
- Indiana Wesleyan University, 2021–2022
- Northern Kentucky University, 2023–current
- Biochemistry & pre-pharmacy
- Top Velocity trainee, 2018–current
Bryce Gill
Coach since 2024
- Carlisle HS — 4-year varsity
- Miami University (Middletown)
- Top Velocity trainee, 2018–current
Memberships
Pick your credits.
Credits are how you book training. Complete your evaluation and drills introduction first, then choose the level that matches how often you'll be in the building.
No membership yet?
You can still train at a premium per-session rate while you decide.
Open groups & pitching slots
Book your time.
"The Standard"
Our weekly, year-round classes that continue to deliver performance and health results for any player looking to increase throwing velocity.
View class times 1-on-1 · small groupPitching Lessons
One-on-one or small group time with one of our specialized pitching coaches.
Book a lesson By requestTrackMan Bullpen
Work on new pitches and see real pitch shapes. Built for college athletes entering the portal who need official numbers, and HS athletes making a recruiting video off the mound.
Email to set up 11 and underPrivate Pitching
Private sessions with a specialized pitching coach for our youngest arms.
Email to set up90 MPH Club
The receipts.
Where they started, where they got to. Every one of these is an athlete who trained in this building.
Ben Zink
Our first 90 MPH testimonialHit 90 for the first time in 2021. Reached 94 on pocket radar and a 93 max off the mound on evaluation day. Signed to play D1 baseball at Wright State University out of high school.
Justin Dillhoff
One of our first athletes to go play college ballSitting low 80s and wanting to play college baseball. Hit his first 90 off the mound in 2021 and signed with Earlham College out of high school.
Andrew Dreier
First athlete to become an intern, then a coachHigh 70s to low 80s with a goal of reaching the upper 80s and playing college baseball. Hit 90–91 in 2021 training for his freshman year. Signed with Cedarville University, now plays for Indiana Wesleyan.
The 90 MPH Club
arms and counting.
Every one of them trained in this building. Sorted by top recorded velocity.
Bennett LaPalm
Jackson Duncan
Carter Earls
Nate Rhylick
Evan Fry
Dane Hall
Preston Barr
Caleb Obee
Brendan Mullin
Mason McElroy
Luke McLaughlin
Joshua Booth
Kaiden Trent
Brady Canan
Owen Wolgemuth
Luke Burroughs
Joey Frisk
Drake Sauber
Daniel Thoma
Noah Bramble
Judah Simmons
Nolan Sickels
Carson Fister
Caleb Shuherk
All figures in MPH — entry velocity to top recorded velocity.
Trust the process.
Start with an evaluation. Everything else follows from there.
2240 Arbor Blvd · Moraine, OH 45439 · (937) 938-9288