Straight-Line Baseball
Purposeful Player Development β€” Not Random Training

We help youth and high school baseball players improve through
clear instruction, high-quality reps, and long-term development plans.

πŸ“ Cleveland, GA | Now Operating at the Linedrive Facility
πŸ“² Text 770-654-4511 to get started

Staff

Meet the Straight-Line Baseball Team

Shawn Gillespie
Director of Player Development

  • 30 years of NCAA Division I and professional experience
  • Driveline-certified in pitching & hitting
  • Rapsodo-certified
  • Over 100 players coached to the college/pro level
    Shawn brings a passion for long-term player development rooted in biomechanics, modern data, and real-world experience.

Blake Gillespie – Pitching & Strength Trainer

Blake Gillespie
Pitching & Strength Trainer

β€’ 9th Round Draft Pick – New York Yankees (2025)
β€’ American Athletic Conference Pitcher of the Year (2025)
β€’ 4th in NCAA Division I in Strikeouts (2025)
β€’ D1Baseball Second-Team All-American
β€’ Multiple All-American Honors across national outlets

A dominant college arm and elite competitor, Blake brings next-level insight into pitching development, strength training, and the mindset required to reach the pros.