"As a "baseball dad" of twins (14U), we've been working with Coach Smith for about 4-years now, and it amazes me how much they still learn at every lesson. His passion and deep knowledge of the game is obvious the moment you meet him. His #1 priority for all his students & players is always development first. Now “development first” is said a lot in baseball circles, but I will tell you Coach Smith is the authentic real deal about this point.

Having said that, my boys both took a season of Coach Smith's pitching program. It's as educational as any course you can take in baseball, highly practical, and very effective. After running through the program for a few months, the boy's velocity really took off from their 12U to 13U year. Their strike rates increased, their command improved, and as a result they were #1 & 2 on their team in strike outs. All of this was done without a single instance of arm pain or injury.  They learned new terminologies, arm care techniques, advanced pitching theory, human anatomy…all of which will place them way ahead of their peers. They are both better prepared mentality for the rigors of being a pitcher, whether it's for the next season or down the road in High School. It was a pure joy to watch their performance and confidence level explode this year. Can't wait for more!"

“Ernie is an undiscovered baseball expert in our area. He has a wealth of coaching expertise, general baseball knowledge; understanding both the physical and mental aspects of the game. He has helped my son put on 11mph, improve his secondary pitches, and implement a game day strategy.  He helped him to a 1.64 ERA his Sophomore year [in high school], and over the summer had (2) 11K strike out games and one [7-inning] complete game with a 69 pitch effort. Ernie has a keen understanding of mechanics and the athlete’s underlying movement patterns which both influence and impact a pitcher’s delivery. He is passionate about the game and taking the athletes he coaches to the next level.”

“I know that you are affecting people in a very positive manner and I have always thought you were ‘a cut above the mold’.  Keep up the great work Ernie.  Love to your family and keep being who you are.  Always your friend.”

“Mr. Ernie Smith worked with me in my baseball program at the University of Illinois for one year as a student-coach.  I created this position for him since he knew he wanted to become a teacher-coach when he graduated from the University of Illinois.  I gave Ernie as much coaching responsibility as I could, and he responded by doing a tremendous job.  Not only did he learn many of the organizational factors in a baseball program and a practice session, but Ernie also did an outstanding job of using them in his work with us.  I was extremely confident in allowing him to work with our Illinois players in the various drills and situations he was assigned to.  He has a great knowledge of baseball and baseball fundamentals.  He knows how to teach them.  When he worked with us, he demonstrated a high level of personal integrity and dedication.  He was not afraid to work often at long hours even though he still had his studies to take care of.  I cannot give Ernie anything but the highest of recommendations.”