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Clear next steps
Every athlete forms a unique profile, built around mechanical priorities and clear goals to strive toward.
Private coaching for developing athletes
Varsity and collegiate level pitching programs
Lachapelle Elite gives Eugene-area athletes focused baseball pitching, strength, and conditioning work in a calm 1-on-1 setting, with a clear plan parents can understand and athletes can trust.
1-on-1 attention
$75 per session
Pitching, strength, and group options
Parent-friendly progress notes
Why families choose Lachapelle Elite
Optimal training with custom software, measured goals, and consistent results
A cleaner training experience for families who want structure, accountability, and steady development.
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Healthy workload
Pitching work is paired with arm care, movement quality, and realistic guidance for the athlete's season.
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Parent visibility
Families get plain-language feedback on progress, goals, and what the athlete needs most next.
Who this is for
Know the fit before you book.
Lachapelle Elite is built for families who want clear baseball training, realistic logistics, and a coaching environment that matches the athlete's current stage.
Eugene-based training
Pitchers and two-way athletes
Middle school through college-prep
Location confirmed after booking
Athlete fit
For developing baseball players.
A strong fit for athletes who want structure, accountability, and coaching that connects mechanics, strength, confidence, and game-ready routines.
Middle school
High school
Varsity
College-prep
Pitchers
Two-way athletes
Location & format
Training is based in Eugene, Oregon.
Sessions are planned around the work being done, the weather, and the athlete's training needs.
- Outdoor field work is used for throwing, mound work, command, and game-speed context.
- Indoor or covered work may be used for movement, strength, video review, or weather-sensitive days.
- Exact session location is shared after booking so families know where to go.
What to bring
Arrive prepared, leave with direction.
Athletes should come ready for focused work and a simple plan they can carry into the rest of their week.
- Bring glove, baseball gear, water, and normal training clothes.
- Pitchers should bring cleats or turf shoes when appropriate for the surface.
- Recent video, workload notes, or injury context are helpful if families have them.
Coaching Credentials
Led by Austin Lachapelle.
Pitching coach, former college pitcher, and varsity coach
Austin brings athletes a mix of high-level playing experience, recruiting perspective, and hands-on varsity coaching. His background helps athletes understand what matters on the mound, what matters to programs, and how to build routines that hold up in competition.
WCAL
Pitcher of the Year
5+
College offers
HS
Varsity coach
What that means for athletes
- Training is built around clear mechanical priorities, not random drills.
- Players learn how to prepare, recover, and communicate like serious pitchers.
- Families get realistic guidance from someone who has lived the player path.
High school
WCAL Pitcher of the Year as a freshman
Early recognition in a competitive league shaped the standards behind the program.
Adds a performance standard athletes can understand: compete early, prepare well, and earn trust.
Awards
First Team All-League in non-COVID seasons
Consistent performance across available high school seasons.
Supports a coaching style centered on repeatable habits rather than one good outing.
Recruiting
5+ college offers out of high school
Real recruiting experience helps families understand options, timelines, and preparation.
Useful for parents who want development that connects to opportunity, not just lessons.
Playing experience
Two years of JUCO baseball
Includes redshirt and greyshirt seasons, with firsthand perspective on development paths.
Gives athletes a grounded view of patience, role changes, workload, and long-term progress.
Coaching
Varsity Pitching Coach at South Eugene High School
Experience coaching high school pitchers through mechanics, workload, routines, and competition.
Connects private training to what athletes actually need during a school season.Training programs
Focused sessions for where your athlete is now.
Choose the training format that fits your Eugene-area athlete: private pitching lessons, performance training, or group pitching development.
Private pitching
Pitching Development
A focused 60-minute session for athletes who need better movement, command, rhythm, and mound confidence.
$75per session
60minutes
1:1private
Best fit: pitchers who need clear mechanical priorities, better routines, and a simple plan between sessions.
Session focus
Schedule Pitching
- Delivery assessment and efficient movement cues
- Arm care, warm-up habits, and workload guidance
- Command, pitch feel, and competitive routines
- Simple take-home priorities after each session
Performance
Performance Training
A 60-minute strength, mobility, and conditioning session built to support athletic development on the field.
$75per session
60minutes
1:1private
Best fit: athletes who need stronger movement patterns, better body control, and durable training habits.
Session focus
Schedule Training
- Age-appropriate strength and movement patterns
- Mobility, rotation, balance, and body control
- Conditioning that supports sport performance
- Nutrition and meal-prep guidance for busy families
Small group
Group Pitching Program
A 90-minute small-group pitching session for 2-6 athletes who want structured reps and peer energy.
$30per athlete
90minutes
2-6athletes
Best fit: pitchers who want competitive work, shared reps, and coaching priorities in a small-group setting.
Session focus
Schedule Group Pitching
- Shared skill work with individual coaching moments
- Mechanical focus, command work, and throwing routines
- Competitive drills that build mound confidence
- Clear goals athletes can carry into practice
Athlete onboarding
A complete intake, analysis, and training system.
Every athlete starts with a clear profile: simple biometrics, PitchLab Software review, personal write-ups, and training systems that turn assessment into weekly work.
Athlete onboarding process
Goals, training history, season context, and current throwing workload are gathered before priorities are set.
Simple biometrics intake
Height, weight, mobility notes, arm-care needs, and baseline movement markers create a practical athlete profile.
Custom mechanical analysis
PitchLab Software helps review delivery patterns, timing, direction, and movement efficiency without burying athletes in jargon.
Personal write-ups and systems
Each athlete receives plain-language notes, targeted drills, and a repeatable training system for work between sessions.
Athlete profile buildout
From intake to training plan
PitchLab-supported
Intake
Biometrics
Analysis
Delivery map
Training
Custom Programming
How the plan is built
Profile first. Mechanics second. Training system always.
The goal is to connect who the athlete is, how they move, and what they need next into one clear development plan.
Personal write-up
A written breakdown of key findings, priority cues, and the mechanical goals that matter first.
Training system
A focused drill menu, workload notes, and weekly structure athletes can follow between sessions.
Testimonials
What athletes are saying.
A grounded look at the energy, care, and standards behind the training environment.
"Austin brings the energy and love to this program that we all as players should embody within the game of baseball"
"Coach Austin provides both energy and knowledge in a way that helps me develop while retaining the love and passion this game is meant to be played with"
For parents
Answers before you book.
The experience is designed to feel professional, organized, and welcoming from the first session.
Is this only for advanced athletes?
No. Sessions are matched to the athlete's current level, goals, and readiness. The work should challenge them without overwhelming them.
What should athletes bring?
Bring normal training gear, water, and any relevant baseball equipment. If there is a recent injury or workload concern, bring that context too.
Will parents know what happened in the session?
Yes. Families leave with the main priority, what improved, and what the athlete should focus on before the next session.
Can pitching and strength work connect?
Yes. Pitching mechanics and physical preparation are related, so the plan can connect movement, strength, and throwing goals.
Clear follow-up
Families leave with the main priority, what improved, and what to practice before the next session.
Location shared after booking
Session location is confirmed after scheduling based on weather, field access, and the training focus.
Workload-aware coaching
Current throwing volume, season demands, soreness, and recovery context are built into the plan.
Start training
Book a training session with a clear plan.
Choose pitching, performance, or group pitching and start with focused coaching built around your athlete.