COACHES

MICHAEL BIETERMAN

Michael Bieterman is a former collegiate catcher and current baseball coach who serves as the owner and head coach of the Biety's Bandits Baseball Organization. He previously played college baseball at Heartland Community College, Abilene Christian University, and Robert Morris University.

Following his playing career, Bieterman transitioned into coaching at the travel club, high school, and college levels, focusing heavily on youth development, catching mechanics, and offensive approach.

JOSH MILLER

Coach Miller is one of our senior coaches and has been with the Bandits program since its inception. A relational leader, Coach Miller prioritizes a faith‑forward, developmental approach, investing deeply in the growth of each player he works with both on and off the field of competition.

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He brings a wealth of experience having played, coached, and recruited from the High School levels through the NCAA Division I ranks.

He understands the ins and outs of the baseball world.

In addition to his on‑field pedigree, Coach Miller is a Licensed Mental Performance Coach (LMPC) with a background in Sports Psychology, and currently serves as the Head Varsity Baseball Coach at Central Catholic High School in Bloomington, Illinois.

KEVIN CRONIN

Kevin Cronin is dedicated to helping athletes develop their skills, confidence, and understanding of the game. A graduate of Robert Morris University–Illinois with a degree in Kinesiology and Exercise Science, he brings a strong foundation in biomechanics, human movement, and athletic performance to his coaching approach. His focus is on building sound fundamentals, promoting player development, and creating a positive, competitive environment where athletes can reach their potential.

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In addition to coaching, Kevin has served as an Operations Coordinator and Scout for Prep Baseball Report (PBR), the nation's leading source for amateur baseball scouting and coverage. Through evaluating players and utilizing technologies such as TrackMan, Blast Motion, and Edgertronic, he provides athletes with valuable insight into their development and performance. His unique blend of coaching, scouting, and sports science experience helps players grow both on and off the field.

LUCAS ANSON

Lucas Anson is a graduate of Fieldcrest High School and a member of the 2026 recruiting class who will continue his baseball career at Monmouth College. As a recent high school standout and future collegiate athlete, Lucas brings firsthand knowledge of what it takes to compete at the varsity level and successfully make the transition to college baseball.

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Lucas is passionate about helping players develop both on and off the field. He focuses on teaching the fundamentals of the game, building confidence, and sharing the lessons he has learned throughout his baseball journey. His goal is to help every athlete become the best version of themselves—not only as a player, but as a person.

JOSH LAURIE

Coach Laurie played at Alfred State from 2018-2021 and was captain for 2019, 2020, and 2021. He earned first team all conference in 2019 (AMCC) and won the Alfred State Pioneer Legacy Award in 2021.

He played Indy Ball for the Alpine Cowboys in the Pecos 2021-2023.

Laurie was the hitting coach at Alfred State in 2022 and 2023 where they won the regular season conference in 2023 while the lead assistant under the 2023 AMCC Coach of the Year.

He was the 3rd Assisant at Yale in 2024. In 2025, coach started at IWU as Head Assistant, and Recruiting Coordinator. IWU were CCIW regular season champs in 2025 under the 2025 CCIW Coach of the Year.

Laurie has coached hitters who were 2023 AMCC Conference Player of the year and two All-Americans - one in 2023 & 2025.

BENNETT SUMMERS

Coach Summers has played two years of collegiate baseball at Heartland Community College and will continue his playing career at the University of Illinois Springfield. Bennett has three seasons of coaching travel ball under his belt as well as over 500 hours of private baseball instruction.

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He is passionate about influencing players to become strong, confident, competitive, and compassionate young men while strengthening their work ethic and social skills. He is fundamentals-focused and cares more about the process than the outcome.