About

The Bullpen

At The Bullpen, we're proud to have a team of experienced professional pitchers dedicated to developing the next generation of baseball talent. Our expert coaches bring years of high-level playing experience and specialized training to help young athletes reach their full potential on the mound. Located in Sterling, VA, we serve aspiring pitchers throughout Northern Virginia with personalized instruction and proven development programs.

Whether you're looking to refine your mechanics, increase velocity, or take your game to the next level, our coaches have the expertise to help you succeed. Contact The Bullpen today to start your journey towards pitching excellence.

John Ghyzel

Performance coach John Ghyzel played college baseball at the University of Rochester and was then drafted by the Cincinnati Reds in the 18th round of the 2017 MLB draft. He played professionally for five years, leading the Midwest League in saves and being named Reliever of the Year in 2018. John is a certified Performance Enhancement Specialist by the National Academy of Sports Medicine and is Driveline Pitch Design certified.

Antonio Buckley

Performance coach Antonio Buckley played college baseball at Harford CC, Southeastern Louisiana, and Georgia Gwinnett where he won the Continental Athletic Conference and played in the NAIA World Series in 2022 and 2023. Antonio has worked at the Bullpen for 2 years and has been instrumental in developing our 2024 and 2025 recruiting classes.