Coach Covey baseball & softball Instruction

Small-Group Lessons & Clinics

Background

My name is Tim Covey & I am an instructor based out of Clermont, FL. Following my time as a college baseball player, I coached both fastpitch softball & baseball at the high school & college levels from 2001-2017. During those years I took over three different struggling programs. In each scenario our coaching staff & players were able to turn the program around while breaking numerous school records & winning multiple championships along the way.


In 2017, I stepped back from coaching to spend more time with my young family & grow my company, Covey Enterprises, which consists of multiple business ventures & is now my full-time work.


I have remained involved in the game by coaching my son’s youth baseball teams & by providing player instruction on the side. I have been married to my wife, Tracy, for 18+ years. We have three kids all involved in various activities & we are active members of our local church.

Back view of a baseball team in orange uniforms

CAREER HIGHLIGHTS

  • Great Plains Athletic Conference Coach of the Year, Dordt University (2009)
  • FACA District 11 3A Coach of the Year (2013)
  • FACA District 11 3A Coach of the Year (2014)
  • 5x District Championships
  • 2x District Runner-Up Finishes
  • 2x Regional Finalists
  • 2x Regional Semifinalists
  • College: Played Baseball at University of Sioux Falls & Dordt University
  • Assistant Baseball Coach: Dordt University (2001-2004)
  • Head Softball Coach: Dordt University (2008-09)
  • Head Softball Coach: Hull Western Christian, Orangewood Christian, The First Academy (2002-2017)
  • Youth Baseball Coach (Current)
  • Youth Baseball & Softball Instructor (Current)

Coaching philosophy

Coaching baseball & softball is a passion of mine that continues to this day. I truly believe that youth sports & coaches can have an enormous impact on the lives of youth (when done properly).


In all of my instruction, there is a major emphasis on proper fundamentals. Having been a head coach at all levels, from rec league to college, this is an area that is often underemphasized. The goal of each lesson & clinic is to set up each player for future success by developing a fundamental foundation!

Baseball Coach Watching the Game

recommendations

“Tim has the ability to be recognized as an elite coach. He emphasizes & does an excellent job of teaching the fundamentals of the game. He is also a great “game strategist.” It is not always easy to find both of these traits in coaches, but the really good ones have them. Tim is accomplished in all areas as a coach, and is able to communicate to his assistants what role he needs them to fill.


More important than his ability to coach the game, Tim is of the highest character, and will be an outstanding role model for your athletes.”


-Rich Engle, Former Athletic Director, Orangewood Christian

lessons overview

Here is a brief overview of how I typically run my lessons (some exceptions may apply):


  • Multi-Skill Focus: I offer lessons in the areas of hitting, infield, outfield, & catching. Oftentimes my sessions will cover all four areas depending on the format.


  • Fast-Paced: I do everything I can to minimize standing around. As such, it is always my goal to keep the lesson fast-paced with lots of repetitions, in order to help each player get better!


  • Instructional: You will notice that instruction will be happening throughout the lesson. I believe that practice is only meaningful if it’s “with a purpose.” A coach’s job is to help each player know how to make this happen!


Work With Me


Interested in having me work with your baseball or softball player(s)? Shoot me an email at info@timcovey.com!