COACHING STAFF

    Brian JustineJason HuttonAndy Mook | Nick Norley | Derek Hutton | DJ Ferguson | Shawn Coke | Billy Falconio

Tommy Hutton


Tommy Hutton, Chairman

Career: Has spent a total of 41 years in Professional Baseball, 12 of those playing in the big leagues. A slick fielding First baseman, Hutton played for the Dodgers, Phillies, Blue Jays, and Expos. He currently serves as the Florida Marlins television broadcast analyst. Widely regarded as one of the finest color men in baseball. A member of the Palm Beach County Sports Hall of Fame, Mr. Hutton is heavily involved in a number of local charitable events.


 

Brian Justine, General Manager

Background: Co-founder of the THBA. Responsible for bringing the THBA to the South Florida Market.  A local product, Justine is a 1995 graduate of W.T. Dwyer High School. Went on to play collegiately at Broward CC , Florida International University, and the University of New Orleans. A two- time draft choice of the Detroit Tigers, Justine played two seasons of minor league baseball following a solid college career. Graduated from F.I.U. with a degree in Sports Management and Marketing. Justine was an original member of Roger Dean Stadium's operations staff in 1999. He also taught elementary school for five years.


Jason Hutton, Director of Operations

Background: Co-founded the THBA with childhood friend Brian Justine in 2000. Son of THBA chairman Tommy Hutton. A 1996 graduate of PB Gardens high school, Hutton earned All-State and All-Area honors following his junior and senior seasons. Played collegiately at national powers Charlotte University and the University of Florida. Following his senior season in college, drafted by the Chicago White Sox. Following one season in the White Sox organization, Hutton's career ended due to a serious knee injury. Hutton recently worked for the Los Angeles Dodgers player development department in the Dominican Republic as well as the Boston Red Sox during the Spring of 2004. Hutton also completed Major League Baseball's scout school held annually in Arizona.


Andy Mook, Field Director

Background: Entering his sixth season as Field Director for the THBA. Head Coach at Palm Beach Lakes High School in West Palm Beach. Prior to P.B. Lakes, Mook assisted Jupiter High School's Doug Ferguson for five years. A graduate of the University of Florida, Mook also serves as a high school health teacher. "Andy brings a wealth of baseball experience and knowledge as well as a great deal of enthusiasm each and everyday. He's a huge asset to our program," exclaimed GM Brian Justine when asked of Mook's abilities.

Was named Conference Co-coach of the Year for 2008 season. Has thirteen years of coaching experience at the high school level. Several of Mook's players have gon onto play baseball at the college level.


 

 Nick Norley, Instructor

Background: Currently playing baseball at Palm Beach Atlantic University. A four year veteran of the THBA, Nick is highly skilled in teaching all areas of the game with passion and enthusiasm. Nick played his high school baseball nearby at William T. Dwyer High School.  


 

 DJ Ferguson, Instructor

Background: Will play the upcoming season at Coastal Carolina University. Played one season for Palm Beach Community College. A prep standout, DJ played high school baseball at Jupiter High School for his father, Doug Ferguson. DJ is a welcome addition to the THBA staff. 


 

 Shawn Coke, Instructor

Better known as Coach Whoomp There It Is , Shawn has been one of the finest instructors the THBA has employed. His warmth and calm demeanor make him a favorite among young players. A prep star, Shawn played for Coach Andy Mook at Palm Beach Lakes High School. After playing two seasons at Palm Beach Community, Shawn has gone off to Pfifer College, NC to continue his college baseball career.