Meet your coaches

Coach Shawn Blackwell is a former professional pitcher who spent 10 years playing professional baseball after being drafted out of high school by the Texas Rangers. His experience competing at the highest levels gives him firsthand knowledge of what it takes to develop athletes for long-term success.

As the founder of Blackwells Bullpen, Shawn combines professional playing experience with individualized instruction, modern training methods, and a passion for helping athletes maximize their potential.

His mission is simple: build better baseball players while developing discipline, confidence, character, and faith that extends beyond the game.

Jace Maynard brings high-level competitive experience and a deep-seated passion for player development to the Blackwells Bullpen team as a left-handed pitcher. Jace has pitched 150 collegiate innings at Texas Southern University (NCAA D1) and Dallas College Mountain View (NJCAA).

As a graduate with a Bachelor’s in Sports Management, Jace has coached at the Texas Rangers Youth Academy and with UpTop Prospects. His coaching philosophy centers on combining academic knowledge with real-world collegiate pitching expertise to help athletes develop at every level.

Jace is driven by a commitment to helping athletes reach the next level, focusing on the technical and mental tools required for success. He is dedicated to serving the community through mentorship and is incredibly excited to contribute his expertise to the Blackwells Bullpen mission, guiding the next generation of players on their journey to excellence.

Logan Corbin brings over 20 years of coaching experience—including six years at the 6A high school level—and 15 years as an educator—to his player‑development program.

A former collegiate All‑American outfielder, Coach Corbin blends his playing expertise with a teaching‑first approach, offering personalized instruction for athletes of all skill levels.His training covers hitting, defense, and video analysis, with a focus on differentiated instruction tailored to each player’s developmental needs.

Beyond mechanics, Coach Corbin emphasizes character, teaching discipline, resilience, and integrity to help players compete with joy.

‍Philosophy: Old School Toughness. New School Understanding.

Nazir Mendez joins the Blackwells Bullpen team as a dedicated Hitting Coach, bringing a wealth of collegiate baseball experience to our facility. Nazir’s playing career included competing at the collegiate level across several institutions: Allegany College of Maryland, Division I Eastern Kentucky University, and LSU Shreveport.

Through these experiences, he developed a deep understanding of offensive mechanics, plate discipline, and the mental approach required to succeed at the plate. Now transitioning into coaching, Nazir is passionate about helping young athletes improve their hitting, build confidence, and develop a strong foundation for success on and off the field. His coaching philosophy focuses on individualized instruction, tailoring his approach to each player's specific needs to help them maximize their potential.

Dedicated to mentorship and community impact, Nazir is excited to bring his expertise to Blackwells Bullpen, guiding the next generation of hitters as they pursue excellence in the sport.