
CONFIDENCE IS BUILT FROM PREPARATION
DC Home Base offers individualized training lessons for baseball and softball players of all ages and skill levels with our experienced and professional instructors. Educate, motivate, and dominate are the goals regardless if the player is a beginner wanting to learn how to play the game, or an advanced player trying to get to the next level. One-on-one, player specific training lessons allows athletes to develop and up their game at their own pace.
Lessons include one or more of our quality instructors. You can select a preferred trainer in the registration form upon purchase, however specific trainers are not guaranteed for each lesson.
Individual lessons are by appointment only. Once you place an order, one of our trainers will contact you to schedule dates and times. Any questions or concerns should be email to info@dchomebase.com.
OUR TRAINERS
DAVID CALES
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Division 1 Infielder/Pitcher at the University of Missouri and University of Illinois Chicago
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2007 Horizon League Relief Pitcher of the Year, 2007 All-New Corner Team, 2007 U.S. Army Horizon League Baseball Championship MVP
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Drafted by the Chicago Cubs in 2008
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Professional baseball player for 7 years (AA and AAA)
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Coach and trainer for 10+ years
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Offers training for hitting, infield, and pitching
RILEY SUNDSTROM
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Student Manager / Director of Baseball Operations at Bradley University (2019-2021)
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USG Illinois (previously CI Outlaws) baseball coach / Board Member (2018-2022, 2023-Present)
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Assistant Coach at Keystone College (D3) specializing in player development, baseball operations, and analytics. Worked hands on with the pitching staff, fine-tuning pitch design and pitching mechanics. Worked with position players on all aspects of the game such as infield and hitting.
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Assistant Coach / Director of Baseball Analytics with the Brewster Whitecaps in the Cape Cod Baseball League.
COLTIN QUAGLIANO
Duke University (2026):
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Elite Defense - ranked the #1 third baseman in the nation for defensive runs saved; #5 overall nationally
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Ironman - started 55 of 56 games at 3B, capping the regular season with a home run
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Consistency - finished collegiate career with a .275 overall batting average
University of Illinois (2023-2025):
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Offensive Powerhouse - slashed .304/.354/.495 with 9 HRs and tied for 8th in the Big Ten with 55 RBIs
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Historic Streak - recorded a 20-game hitting streak (first Illini since 2022), batting a massive .474 over that span
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Career Totals - 135 games played, 128 hits, 94 runs, and 87 RBIs
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Scholar-Athlete - Academic All-Big Ten selection
Illinois Central College (2022):
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Rawlings Gold Glove winner after making just 8 errors in 177 chances
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Team Leader - batted a team-high .413 with 57 RBIs and 50 runs scored
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Honors - All-Mid-West Athletic Conference 2nd Team
GABE PETERS
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Washington, Illinois native and current collegiate baseball player at the NCAA Division III level at Eureka College where he has played both second base and outfield.
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Through three collegiate seasons, has appeared in 77 games, collecting 68 hits, 36 runs, 31 RBI and 12 stolen bases while posting a .364 career on-base percentage.
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Named to the St. Louis Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (SLIAC) All-Academic Team in both 2025 and 2026, an honor recognizing student-athletes who maintain at least a 3.50 cumulative GPA while competing at the collegiate level.
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USG Illinois youth baseball coach.
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Experienced working with youth players on hitting, fielding, fundamentals, and overall player development.
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Focuses on building confidence, proper fundamentals, baseball IQ, and a strong work ethic.
DROP-IN TRAINING
ONE-ON-ONE LESSONS
4 - 60 Minute Lessons
340$Package of 4 full hour lessons or hours can be split into half hour sessions if preferred.Valid for one year- One-on-one, player specific training
- Includes 1 or more trainers
- Can select preferred trainer but not guaranteed each lesson
- Lessons are by appointment only
- Best Value
8 - 60 Minute Lessons
600$Package of 8 full hour lessons or hours can be split into half hour sessions if preferred.Valid for one year- One-on-one, player specific training
- Includes 1 or more trainers
- Can select preferred trainer but not guaranteed each lesson
- Lessons are by appointment only
1 - Full Hour Lesson
90$1 full hour lesson or can be split into half hour sessions if preferred.Valid for one month- One-on-one, player specific training
- Includes 1 or more trainers
- Can select preferred trainer but not guaranteed each lesson
- Lessons are by appointment only
LESSON CANCELLATIONS
All cancellations must be made with your instructor at least 24 hours before your scheduled lesson time.
Failure to do so will result in forfeiting your purchased lesson.

