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A Different Brand Of Baseball

Founded in 2020 by Mark Sheehan, Canes Illinois emerged from the merger of
Evolution Athletics and Savage Baseball to create a program focused on player
development over trophies. A Master Pitching Instructor and the 2014 Collegiate
Baseball News Teaching Professional of the Year, Mark has spent over 15 years
training players in science-backed pitching mechanics and arm care, producing
athletes across all levels of baseball.

Recognizing the need for a health-first approach to travel baseball, Mark built Canes
Illinois around preparing players for their next level—whatever that may be. He
assembled a coaching staff of former collegiate and professional players, trainers,
and coaches dedicated to better mechanics, off-season arm development, in-season
arm care, and in-game pitching management.

To strengthen the offensive side, Mark brought in Zach Teske, now Hitting Director.
With eight years of coaching experience and a background in Counseling
Psychology, Zach not only refines hitting mechanics but also helps players master
the mental side of the game, contributing to the program’s reputation for
developing top-tier hitters.

Today, Canes Illinois is co-owned by Mike Tumpane, Kyle Kolb, and Tom Nelson, wholead a professional team of trainers and coaches. Together, they reinforce the CanesWay—a culture emphasizing personal accountability, self-awareness, team pride,open communication, player empowerment, and both mental and physical health.A Development-First Approach

In 2022, Canes Illinois launched its youth program (12u & 13u) to introduce arm
health and development concepts early, ensuring long-term player success. Key
differentiators include:

  • Coach Sheehan’s Velocity Pitching Program
  • Coach Teske’s Velocity Hitting Program
  • ArmCare Program (ArmCare.com)
  • WIN Virtual Reality Training
  • Trackman Data for Player Development

As part of the National Canes Baseball Organization—one of the top travel baseball
programs in the U.S.—Canes Illinois benefits from a nationwide network of elite
teams, multiple national championships, and expansion into key baseball states like
Texas, Florida, Indiana, and Georgia.

At Canes Illinois, the focus is clear: player health, development, and preparation for
the next level.

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