High Performance Programs
About our High Performance Programs
Designed for players already at a high level or aiming to reach it, our high performance programs offer professional coaching. Building on the success of Max Velocity Pitching, we're excited to introduce the new High Performance Hitting Program.
2025-26 Max Velocity Pitching Program
Description:
Introducing our New and Improved Max Velocity Pitching Program, developed by California native JJ Rutherford—a former Toronto Blue Jays scout who also worked with the LA Dodgers and San Francisco Giants. We’ve partnered with DVS Baseball, founded by Los Angeles Dodgers first-round draft pick Justin Orenduff. Utilizing DVS X-Ray, this program provides instant biomechanical insights to help players improve mechanics, reduce injury risk, and build long-term success on the mound.
Throughout the program, players will receive three DVS reports, which assess injury risk and performance potential using the Delivery Value System—a medically published and statistically validated biomechanical analysis.
Players will also get to use our all-new Rapsodo 2.0 pro which captures their velocity, spin rates, spin direction, spin efficiency, release height, and vertical and horizontal break.
Time:
The program includes two 2-hour sessions per week, alternating between training with our High Performance pitching coaches (Including Dave Maxamenko, JJ Rutherford, and Chris Johannesson) and working in the gym with our certified strength coaches.
Length:
24 weeks (October 2025 – May 2026)
Age Range:
Eligible participants must be in the 12U–22U age groups for the 2026 season and complete a high performance evaluation prior to acceptance. Younger and older athletes train in separate groups to ensure age-appropriate instruction.
Cost:
$400 + HST per month (6 Month commitment)
Included and must be worn to every session:
Two High Performance T-shirts
Shorts
Hat
Teams:
For team package inquiries or customization options, please contact Chuck Schembri at cschembri@thekagebarrie.com.
High Performance Hitting Program
Description:
The all new High Performance Hitting program provides a comprehensive approach to developing the skills and mechanics for a better swing by combining one hour of focused hitting training with one hour of off-season strength training. Coaches are former 3rd round draft of the Toronto Blue Jays Marcus Knetch, JJ Rutherford, Brandon Latter, Dave Maxamenko.
Time:
The program consists of two 2-hour sessions per week.
Length:
28 week program broken up in four 7-week phases.
Age Range:
Eligible participants must be in the 12U–22U age groups for the 2026 season and complete a high performance evaluation prior to acceptance. Younger and older athletes train in separate groups to ensure age-appropriate instruction.
Cost: $800 plus HST per 7 week phase
Included and must be worn to every session:
Two High Performance T-shirts
Shorts
Hat
Teams:
For team package inquiries or customization options, please contact Chuck Schembri at cschembri@thekagebarrie.com.
Full Gym Membership
Our High Performance programs come with a full gym membership for the duration of the program. Participants can independently book gym sessions during membership hours using our online booking system to further their training. The gym is open from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM and from 8:00 PM to 10:00 PM, Monday through Friday.
Current Leader Boards
Check out the stats from participants in the 2023-2024 Max Velocity Pitching Program.
Mound Velo Gains
Run & Gun Gains
Accuracy Leader Board
The Results Speak for Themselves...
“Their program, without it, I can tell you he probably wouldn’t have gotten the awards,” he says. “He was a decent pitcher, but his accuracy was nowhere close to being pitcher of the year for York Simcoe or Barrie Baseball.
William Fleming and his parents share about the growth and success they’ve seen through the Max Velocity Pitching Program. Read Full Article from BarrieToday.com written by Gene Pereira, Barrie athlete in the zone, named top pitcher in two leagues.
Champs in Arizona!
The Kage formed a 13U team entirely of players from our programs, including six from the Max Velocity Pitching Program, to compete in a major tournament in Arizona. As the only Canadian team among 22 US teams, we triumphed with an undefeated 8-0 record, winning the tournament.
This victory highlighted the effectiveness of the Max Velocity Pitching Program, showcasing our players' resilience and skill.
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