About Level Up Pitching
Founded by 21+ year pro baseball veteran Marc Kroon, Level Up Pitching is dedicated to preparing athletes at every level for a successful baseball pitching career through customized skill development and mental preparation training. The name says it all – Marc is dedicated to helping all athletes see, focus, and Level Up to their potential.
Baseball is embedded into Marc’s DNA. From Wiffle ball and little league to being drafted 72nd overall out of high school to the NY Mets and living his dream as an MLB pitcher, Marc is a master navigator in the game of baseball. Now as a retired athlete, he has over a decade of experience pursuing his passion in coaching and mentoring the next generation through private coaching lessons.
“I believe being positive and believing in yourself is key. Plus, I’ve had access to industry-leading players and coaches that helped me live my dream of having a successful professional career. Now I want to combine both of these facets and pour them into your child’s training to help them achieve their goals. I look forward to working with your child and am dedicated to helping them.”
– Marc Kroon
Professional Experience
- 21 years of professional baseball experience, including spent time in the MLB and Nippon Professional Baseball leagues
- Pitched for three MLB teams: San Diego Padres, Cincinnati Reds, and the Colorado Rockies
- Pitched in closing pitcher role for the Yokohama Baystars and Yomiuri Giants (2008 league leading in 41 saves; 2009 World Series champion)
- Currently holds the Nippon Professional Baseball record for fastest pitch ever thrown (102 mph).
- Favorite Career Memory: Striking out the final batter to secure the save and win the Japanese World Series with the Yomiuri Giants.
- Featured in the Showtime television production The Franchise.
“I know what it takes to make it. And I’m ready to pass my teachings – skill development and positive mental strength – to help your kids get to their highest and best, too. I look forward to working with your child and am dedicated to helping them.”
– Marc Kroon
Pitching Sessions
Level Up Pitching sessions include a fully holistic approach to each pitching session, which includes proper fundamental education, practical skill-based pitching development, and mental focus and wellbeing training.
We recognize the most important component to success is maintaining mental strength, which is why it is incorporated into each individual’s development. Additional tools are incorporated during each session, including a pitching tunnel to improve accuracy and other fundamental parts of pitching.
Have a question? Send Marc a message.