OUR TRAINERS

Jordan Swaydan

Owner/Lead Trainer

Lead Trainer and owner with 20 years of experience. At our lab, we foster the growth of promising athletes, nurturing their agility, speed, strength, flexibility, and specialized skills essential for excelling in baseball. Our training programs are meticulously designed by experts, ensuring comprehensive development.

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Andrew Talkington

Baseball Hitting and Pitching Instructor

“I graduated from Rancho Cucamonga highschool in 2017 and enrolled at riverside city college and played baseball for the tigers until 2019 when I earned a scholarship to Cal State San Bernardino and finished my baseball career earning a bachelor’s degree in exercise science. I currently am a hitting and pitching instructor at iron spikes as well as a strength and conditioning coach”.

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Dennis Powell

Baseball Pitching Instructor

Dennis Powell is a former professional baseball player and a community activist. He played eight seasons in Major League Baseball for the Los Angeles Dodgers, Seattle Mariners, and Milwaukee Brewers. After retiring from baseball, he has been actively involved in community work, particularly in the Berkshires, and is the President of the Berkshire County Branch of the NAACP.

Baseball Career:

  • Powell was a left-handed pitcher who played in the majors from 1985 to 1993.
  • He played for the Los Angeles Dodgers, Seattle Mariners, and Milwaukee Brewers.
  • He also played for the Kintetsu Buffaloes in Japan.
  • Powell was undrafted out of high school and began his career playing semi-pro baseball.
  • He was eventually signed by the Los Angeles Dodgers as a free agent.
  • Powell's career included time in the minor leagues, including a stint with the Albuquerque Dukes where he had a notable 9-0 record with a 2.74 ERA.

Community Activism:

  • Powell is the president of the Berkshire County Branch of the NAACP.
  • He is a veteran of the U.S. Army.
  • Powell is also involved in education initiatives and social justice work.
  • He was interviewed by the Oral History Center about his experiences and community work.
  • He is involved with his son's restaurant and catering business, Mad Jacks.

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Brandon Galindo

Baseball Hitting Instructor and Speed & Strength Trainer

I am 24 years old and I emphasize in the speed aspect here at Iron Spikes. I studied and played baseball at Riverside City College and Cal State San Bernardino, receiving my Bachelor's degree in Kinesiology in the process. As one of the strength and speed coaches here, my goal as  a trainer is to build a strong foundation in the young athletes and prepare them for their respective sports.

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Danielle Jefferies

Softball Hitting Instructor

Coach D has played the game for 13 years. She has competed at many levels: travel, high school & college. She has been blessed enough to spend time with coaches like Natasha Watley, Ruby Rojas, Crystl Bustos & Alex Mascarenas. Soaking up all the knowledge they had to share.

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Tucker Juline

Baseball Pitching Instructor and Arm Care Trainer
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Rylee Praytor

Softball Catching and Hitting Instructor
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