BASEBALL

A 2017 graduate of Batavia High School, where his passion for baseball took root and flourished. He continued his playing career at Ripon College, gaining valuable collegiate experience. After his playing days, Tyler transitioned into coaching, beginning as a JV coach at Glenbard West High School. He is currently the 17U coach with Kane County Elite and remains dedicated to developing young athletes. Tyler shares his love for the game by offering individual and group instruction in hitting, pitching, and catching to players of all ages

BASEBALL

Graduated from Marmion High School and continued his baseball career at Ripon College. Will is now a Varsity Assistant Baseball Coach at Marmion High School and is the 18U Coach and President of Kane County Elite. Will continues his passion of baseball by providing Individual and Group lessons to all ages

BASEBALL

A local standout and Marmion Academy alum, Coach Tyler was a two-year varsity letterman, earning multiple all-conference and all-area honors, and contributing to two regional championships. He continued his career as a pitcher at North Central College before an injury led him to transition into coaching. Tyler has since coached at Marmion Academy and with programs like Top-Pick Athletics, Bulls/Sox Academy, and Reds Baseball Academy, where he most recently led the Reds 2025 team. Passionate about player development, Coach Tyler focuses on arm care and helping athletes understand and maximize their potential.

BASEBALL

A 2016 graduate of Batavia High School, then continued his playing career at Elmhurst University, where he earned both undergraduate and graduate degrees. A right-handed pitcher with experience at catcher and first base, he was a three-time team captain and ranks in Elmhurst’s top 10 for career appearances, innings pitched, and strikeouts. He has coached with the 12U New Trier Bulldogs, 17U Illinois Slammers, and offers pitching lessons to players of all ages. Coach Alex emphasizes a growth mindset, sound mechanics, and mental toughness to help athletes reach their full potential.

SOFTBALL PITCHING INSTRUCTOR

Tori Krolikowski brings elite playing and coaching experience to Champion Craft Coaching. A standout at Bishop O’Connell High School in Virginia, she was a two-time NFCA First Team High School All-American and two-time Gatorade Player of the Year, boasting an ERA as low as 0.09. At the University of Missouri, Tori competed in the SEC, earning SEC Freshman of the Year, First Team All-SEC, NFCA All-Southeast Region honors, and multiple weekly national and conference awards. She was also recognized on the SEC Academic Honor Roll. She later joined the University of Minnesota, where she helped the Gophers secure both the Big Ten Regular Season and Tournament Championships and was voted Teammate of the Year by her peers. Following her playing career, Tori served as an Assistant Coach at the University of Maryland, continuing her impact on the game at the collegiate level. Tori now brings her passion and expertise to Champion Craft Coaching as a softball pitching instructor!

SOFTBALL

Megan Stricker is a former girls travel softball player of 12 years. She then went on to play college ball at Waubonsee Community College and Clarke University In Iowa. In the past she served as an Assistant Coach for the 14U Wasco Diamonds travel program, and Geneva Park District Youth Softball. She helped take her team to a national competition where they won first place in the “A” division. She has been giving private and group lessons as well as running Offensive and Defensive clinics with larger groups for establishments including Geneva Baseball, The Geneva Park District, The Oswego Outlaws and Elite Sports training. She is looking forward to bringing her expertise to CCC!

SOFTBALL

Coach Sue Stricker has been playing and coaching the game for over 30 years. Sue has coached area teams such as the Wasco Diamonds 14U -18U(Head Coach), Chicago Cheetahs, Homer Hawks Gold 16U and 18U(Assistant Coach), The Northern Illinois Lightning (Head Coach) 14U and 16U, and the St. Charles Angels (Head Coach). She has also coached Varsity and J.V. High School teams at Lajolla Country Day School. Sue has coached every skill level in softball. From a beginner travel team at10U playing USSSA to a Gold Level PGF team at 18U which played in both ASA and PGF. She has helped bring her teams to Nationals at all levels onseveral occasions and placed in the semi- finals and finals, with the last teamshe brought to Nationals winning 1st place.Coach has also helped many of her players move onto the College Level. She has helped place players on teams at the D1, D2, D3 and NAIA levels. Some of these schools include Illinois State University, University of Missouri St. Louis, IUPUI, Purdue Calumet, Depaw and Clarke University. Sue is currently a Certified CUDIT Concentric Hitting Coach and gives lessons to athletes of all ages.

SOFTBALL HITTING INSTRUCTOR

I've spent over 7 years coaching softball and helping athletes become confident, consistent hitters. Over the years, I’ve had the opportunity to coach at Kaneland High School, Montini Catholic High School, and with two outstanding travel programs—the Wasco Diamonds and the St. Charles Silverhawks. Each of these experiences has shaped my approach to hitting instruction and reinforced my belief in developing players both mentally and mechanically.

My coaching style focuses on building a strong foundation at the plate, understanding pitch selection, and creating a mindset that can handle high-pressure situations. I work with players of all ages and skill levels, and I tailor every session to fit the needs of the individual athlete—whether they’re just starting out or preparing for the next level.

More than anything, I love seeing hitters gain confidence and watching their hard work translate into success on the field. My goal is to help every player I work with become a smarter, stronger, and more complete hitter.