Josh Bieneman
Force Baseball Director
216-223-5234 | [email protected]
A native of Baltimore, MD, Josh Bieneman played 4 years of collegiate baseball at
Baltimore City Community College, Georgia College & State University and Notre
Dame College. During his collegiate career Josh was named to the All-Conference team
3 out of his 4 years as a Catcher. He was also selected to play 2 summers in the highly
competitive Shenandoah Valley League, in Virginia. After a brief experience in
professional baseball with Chillicothe Paints in 2008, Josh decided to put all focus and
efforts in the coaching and development of younger athletes.
From 2008 through the summer of 2012 Josh coached Club Travel Teams at numerous
age groups. He also provided Hitting, Pitching, Catching, Defensive and Speed & Agility
instruction for players from ages 6-18. In 2010 and 2011, Josh was the Head Coach USA
Baseball 15U NTIS Regional Team, which featured some of the best young players from
Ohio, Kentucky, West Virginia and Michigan. Josh is also a Varsity Baseball Coach at
St. Ignatius High School, where he has worked with the Catchers and Hitters since 2010.
Larry Mosley
Force Baseball Assistant Director
15u Force Ohio
216-223-5243 | [email protected]
Larry grew up in South Euclid where he played 3yrs of Varsity baseball at Brush High-
school. In those 3yrs Larry was voted 1st team All- WRC, Plain Dealer Honorable
mention, WRC most improved in addition to Team Captain.
Larry started his College career at Lakeland Community where he played under Howie
Krause for 2yrs and earned All- Conference Honorable Mention both years while leading
the team in doubles and home runs his last year.
After a short stint playing at Coker College, Larry began his coaching career at his Alma
mater Brush High school coaching the freshman team to a 15-15 record. Currently, Larry
is the Head Coach for the 2015 15u Force Ohio team. In his two seasons with the team,
they have had a combined record of 110-16, while winning 10 Tournament and Runner’s
Up in 3.
Ryan Virtue
Force Westlake
A native of Stittsville, Ontario, Canada, Ryan Virtue graduated from Niagara University
with a bachelor of science in sports management in May of 2007. Virtue’s playing career
at NU as a left-handed pitcher saw him performing in a variety of roles. He had been a
conference starter, mid-week starter, and held a number of different relieving
responsibilities. He currently ranks 2nd in career appearances at Niagara University with
76 and tied for 5th in career wins (12). For single season pitching records he is 5th in
appearances (22), and tied for 5th in wins (6).
Over the course of his career, Virtue has taken various aspects of a number of techniques
from a number of coaches, and has combined these techniques in creating his own
coaching philosophy. He has been a private pitching instructor for over 6 years and has
coached a number of teams at the youth, high school, and collegiate level.
Robert Maddox
Force Northfield/Force Eastlake/Force Fairlawn
14u Force Ohio
Drafted by the Atlanta Braves in the 34th round of the 2007 MLB Amateur Draft. After
declining. Robert attended Ohio University and was later selected by the Cincinnati Reds
in the 18th round of the 2010 First-Year Player Draft out of Ohio University. He is
entering his second year at Force and will be the Head Coach of 14u Force Ohio in 2015.
Alex Lavisky
Force Westlake
Alex Lavisky is a professional baseball player for the Cleveland Indians. He grew up in
the greater Cleveland area, and currently lives in Lakewood, Ohio. Alex was a four year
starter at St. Edward high school, winning two baseball state championships in 2008 and
2010 earning first team All-American honors in both his junior and senior year seasons.
He was committed to play baseball at Georgia Tech, but forwent his scholarship when he
was drafted in the 8th round of the 2010 MLB first year player draft by the Cleveland
Indians. Alex has spent the last 3 seasons catching for the Indians Minor League
Affiliates the Lake County Captains, Carolina Mudcats, and now the Akron Aeros, while
spending his off-seasons giving catching and hitting lessons at Diamond Indoor
Sports/Force.
Steve Grife
Force Westlake/Force Northfield
15u Force Ohio
Steve grew up in Sheffield Lake Ohio and graduated from Brookside high school in
2005. After High School, he played baseball for three years at Mercyhurst College. He
was drafted in 2009 by the Chicago Cubs where he played two seasons in their Minor
league system. After his time with the Cubs, Steve continued his playing career in the
Frontier League for two seasons with the Washington Wild Things and Southern Illinois
Miners. In the off seasons during his professional playing career, Steve volunteered his
time with programs in the area and was the pitching coach at Mercyhurst College for
their 2011-2012 season.
Cody Dearth
Force Westlake/Northfield
13u Force Ohio
Cody Dearth, graduated from Bellevue High School in 2007 where he played 4 years of
varsity baseball and was a 3 time all league Pitcher/First Basemen and a district 9 All
Star. He also played 4 years of Varsity baseball at Youngstown State University. Former
Coach for Bellevue High Schools summer travel team. Cody is entering his second year
with Force and will coach 13u Force Ohio.
Chris Goodrum
Force Eastlake/Force Northfield
18u Force Ohio -Goodrum
Playing Career
Catcher- Mentor High School 1989-91
Earned All-Conference Honors 1991
Catcher and Outfielder- Lakeland 91-93
Earned All-Conference Honors 1993
Outfielder- Coker College, SC. 1994
NAIA College World Series 1994
Inducted in Coker Sports Hall of Fame 2010.
Coaching Career
Worked at Coker College summer camps while playing.
Head Coach Force Ohio
Instructor Force Baseball Academy
Mark Terlep
Force Westlake
Mark is a former Collegiate Infielder who played both Basketball and Baseball at
Wittenberg University. He is currently beginning his 14th Season as a Coach at St.
Ignatius High School.
Paul Roskos
Force Eastlake/Northfield
Paul Roskos is from Timberlake, OH, where he attended Eastlake North
High School and graduated as part of the class of 2005. Paul
participated in Varsity Golf and Baseball at North. Paul then
continued his athletic playing career at Lake Erie College in
Painesville, OH, for 4 years in both Golf and Baseball. Paul graduated
with a Degree in Business Administration and Sport Management in May
of 2009. Mr. Roskos joined the Force Sports Coaching Staff part-time
in September of 2012. He was the Head Coach of the 13u Blue Sox (2013) and 10u Blue
Sox (2014)
Paul primarily played OF throughout his playing career until college
where he pitched full-time and offers well-rounded instruction for
each position. Paul currently resides in Eastlake with his wife
Kimberly and 3 children Jackson, Elliana, and Milo.
Jake Schoch
Force Northfield & Westlake
16u Force Ohio
Jake is currently a Collegiate Baseball player at John Carroll University. Beginning his
second year with the Force Baseball program, Jake will be giving instruction at Force
Northfield and Westlake during the winter months.
Jeff Hehr
Force Northfield
Born is Corning, NY, Jeff played his College Baseball as a Shortstop at Eastern
Michigan. He was Selected by the Cleveland Indians in the 20th round (No. 617 overall)
of the 2007 MLB Draft. Jeff played with the Mahoning Valley Scrappers and Lake
County Captains.
Jonathan Sprowls
Force Westlake
Jonathan, a Graduate from Claymont high school, was named all-conference for
the E.C.O.L. Jonathan attended Cleveland State University as a relief/ closing pitcher for
the Vikings. During his 4 yrs. at Cleveland State, Jonathan obtained a B.A. in Psychology
with the concentration on the mental aspect of sports in Psychology with a minor in
Communication. Post-graduation, Jonathan was 11th pick overall in the Frontier League.
He now currently works at the VA Medical Center as a Therapist for long term
rehabilitation and to head back to school for his PhD in Psychology.
Eric Yanosich
Force Northfield
Force Eastlake/Force Northfield
Eric played high school baseball for Mentor High School, where he was voted MVP by
his teammates his senior year. Played summer baseball for Aspiring Athletes his junior
and senior year. Currently is a third year biology major at Duquesne University in
Pittsburgh. He is a part of the first year club baseball team at Duquesne.
This will be Eric’s 3rd year coaching with Force. He was the Head Coach for the 11u Blue
Sox (2013) and 12u Blue Sox (2014). He hopes to coach high school baseball near
Pittsburgh after graduation from Duquesne's physical therapy program.
Matt Murphy
Force Westlake
14u Force Express
Matt Murphy currently resides in North Ridgeville. He played 3 yrs. of varsity baseball
for North Ridgeville High School and was all county as both a junior and a senior. Matt
has been coaching baseball for 3 years, which includes a 14U team out of North
Ridgeville in the summer of 2011. Matt is currently the Head Coach of Force Westlake's
U9 and U13 teams.
Kevin Goodrum
Force Northfield
17u Force Blue Sox
A Graduate of Mentor High School, Kevin went on to pitch at The Ohio State University.
He was then selected in the MLB Draft by the New York Yankees, where he began his
Professional Baseball Career. Kevin then went on to play 3 season of Pro Ball with 5
different teams. Kevin is entering his 4th season coaching Travel Baseball and will coach
18u Force Ohio- Goodrum in 2015
Bryan Weir
Force Westlake
PLAYING
-He was a 4-year starter in High School (Fairview High School)
1st Team All-State
1st Team All-Conference
-He played 4 years for Baldwin Wallace College
3-year lettermen
COACHING
6 year as Head Coach, 3 years as Varsity Assistant, 2 years as JV
Coach (Fairview High School)
Plain Dealer Coach of the Year
Conference Coach of the Year
First Conference Crown in school history
U8 & U9 Travel Baseball
Private Lessons
2 years at Diamond Indoor Sports (Hitting, Pitching & Fielding
-He has coached all age divisions (Minor League, College,
High School, Little League)
Dominic Ianiro
Force Northfield/Force Eastlake
12u Force Blue Sox
Dominic is an Alum of University School and Notre Dame College. While at Notre
Dame College, he played on the Baseball team as an Infielder. After playing, Dom
coached the University JV Summer team for two summers. He is now entering his 4th
season of coaching Travel Baseball and will be the Head Coach of the 12u Blue Sox in
2015.
Mike Lynch
Force Northfield/Force Eastlake
13u Force Ohio
Mike played collegiately at Notre Dame College and the University of Rio Grande as an
Infielder. He then went on to play at the Professional level for an Independent team in
California. Mike is entering his second year with Force and will Coach 13u Force Ohio.
Ryan Connelly
Force Northfield/Force Eastlake
10u Force Blue Sox
Ryan is entering his second year with Force. He played 4 years of Varsity Baseball at
Rocky River High School and currently attends Ohio University. Ryan will be the Head
Coach for the 10u Blue Sox in 2015
Scott King
Force Northfield/Force Eastlake
10u Force Blue Sox
Scott grew up in Richmond Heights and attended St. Ignatius High School. Currently,
Scott is an Outfielder at Capital University. Scott is entering his second year with Force
and will be the Assistant Coach for the 10u Blue Sox in 2015
Vince Chiuchiarelli
Force Westlake
10u Force Express- Chiuchiarelli
Vince played 4 years of Baseball at Walsh Jesuit High School. He was named
Captain his senior year. Vince is entering his 2nd year at Force and will be the Head
Coach of 10u Force Express- Chiuchiarelli in 2015.
Johnny Hamilton
Force Westlake
11u Force Ohio
A native of Strongsville, Johnny Pitched Collegiately at the University of North Carolina
Charlotte. He is entering his second year with Force and will be the Head Coach for 11u
Force Ohio in 2015.
Zach Justice
Force Westlake/Force Northfield
11u Force Blue Sox
Zach Pitched at 4 years of College Baseball at Lake Erie College. He is entering his
second year with Force and will be the Head Coach for the 11u Blue Sox in 2015.
Jeremy Coleman
Player Development Coordinator
Force Westlake
12u Force Express-Coleman & 18u Force Ohio- Coleman
Jeremy is a native of Lorain and played 4 years of College Baseball. He played Infielder
played 2 years at Lakeland Community College and 2 years at Western Kentucky. 2015
will be Jeremy’s second season with Force. He will be the Head Coach of 12u Force
Express-Coleman and 18u Force Ohio- Coleman.
Greg Huffman
Force Eastlake/Force Northfield
13u Force Blue Sox
Summer 2011 - Ohio Orioles 16U Assistant Coach - Mike Louis
Summer 2012 - Ohio Orioles 15U Orange Head Coach
Spring 2013 - Wellington School (Columbus) Middle School Head Coach
Summer 2013 - Ohio Orioles 16U Head Coach
Spring 2014 - Wellington School (Columbus) Middle School Head Coach
Summer 2014 – Force Blue Sox 15u Assistant Coach
Spring/Summer 2015 – Force Blue Sox 13u Head Coach
Nate Campbell
Force Westlake
13u Force Express- Campbell
Nate played 4 years of Collegiate Baseball, at Lakeland Community College, Cooker
College and Notre Dame College. Nate is entering his 6th year of Travel Baseball and
Instruction. He will be the Head Coach of 13u Force Express- Campbell.
Tom Carosielli
Force Northfield/Force Westlake
15u Force Blue Sox
Tom played 4 years of High School Baseball at Normandy, in Parma. He then went on to
play at Cuyahoga Community College, where he was an Outfielder. Tom is entering his
2nd year with Force and will be the 15u Blue Sox-Carosielli Head Coach in 2015.
Dan Salomon
Force Northfield/Force Eastlake
18u Force Ohio- Goodrum
Dan spent time playing at the Collegiate level for both Bowling Green and Kent State as
a corner Infielder. He is entering his second year with Force. In 2015, Dan will be
coaching 18u Force Ohio-Goodrum.
Zac Johnson
Force Eastlake/Force Northfield
Zac Pitched at the Professional ranks both with the Cleveland Indians Organization and
the Chillicothe Paints, of the Frontier League. Zac will be entering his first year with
Force in 2015.
Kevin Rolli
Force Eastlake/Force Northfield/Force Westlake
13u Force Blue Sox
Kevin played at Lakewood High School. He had committed to play collegiately at John
Carroll University as a Catcher, before a career ending injury. Kevin is entering his first
year with Force and will be coaching the 13u Blue Sox in 2015.
Drew Smith
Force Northfield/Force Eastlake
Drew played Outfield in Collegiately at Lakeland Community College. He is entering his
3rd year with Force.