For Inquiries/Scheduling, please email us at unionsquaresportshub@gmail.com or Call (978) 534-3290.
Steve Santucci Hitting/Pitching/Fielding
Steve is the founder of the Union Square Sports Hub. His athletic career speaks for itself, having won state championships at every level of play from Little League,Babe Ruth,Senior Babe Ruth and High School. Steve was 20-1 as a pitcher for Leominster High School in two years and earned a scholarship to Northeastern University. After his freshman year he transferred to Assumption College to play outfield as well. Steve was a 1993 All American at Assumption College and the 1993 NE 10 player of the year. Steve was chosen to the All New England Team 1991,1992 and 1993 seasons. Steve was drafted by the St. Louis Cardinals in the 19th round of the 1993 Amateur Draft as an outfielder. Steve's professional career spanded several seasons with the organization which included the 1994 NY Penn League Championship. Steve has over fifteen years of instructional experience and exemplifies what "The Hub" is all about.
Please email unionsquaresportshub@gmail.com for inquiries or call (978) 534-3290.
Please email unionsquaresportshub@gmail.com for inquiries or call (978) 534-3290.
Tommy Kamataris Hitting/Pitching/Fielding
The Hub's senior instructor and affectionately known around the facility as "Coach K" played three years of varsity baseball at Leominster High School. Tommy graduated in 1994 and went onto play for Bridgewater State College reaching the Division Three College World Series in 1997. Tommy has been the baseball clinic director from 2005 to present at the Home Run Club, House of Champions and now the Union Square Sports Hub. Tom currently teaches Physical Education at Acton Boxborough Regional High School and has over ten years of teaching experience. Coach K works extremely well with younger players on learning and improving the basic fundamentals of hitting, pitching and fielding. Coach K is able to make the game fun and exciting while getting the most out of his players and improving their ability along with their confidence in the game of baseball. Whether a player is just getting started or has had some success "Coach K" can help them take the next step. Please email unionsquaresportshub@gmail.com or call (978) 534-3290.
Chris Santucci Hitting/Fielding/Pitching
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Coach Santucci comes to USSH from a successful and decorated baseball family, playing days, and softball career. As a 2 year College starter in baseball, Chris led his team in hitting and all offensive categories hitting a combined batting average of .396 with 7 Home-runs in 2 full seasons. After college Chris's love for the game brought him to become an M.B.U.A. Umpire in Central MA calling High School, Legion, and Babe Ruth games for several years. Softball, would be where Coach Santucci would experience some of his proudest sports accomplishments playing professionally for a Men's Major Softball organization where he played exclusively for some of the top sports brands in the game...(Team TPS / Louisville Slugger, Worth and Easton). Chris competed professionally for over 12 years at this level traveling all over the U.S., Canada, and Puerto Rico where he earned multiple awards in over 40 national tournaments with selections to All Tournament Teams, as well as earning MVP honors. Chris was recognized for his career accomplishments and dedication to the game recently as he was selected for induction to the New England U.S.S.S.A. Softball Hall of Fame as a player. An accomplishment he is very humbled to have received. After retiring from the professional circuit, Coach took his passion for both baseball and softball in a new direction, coaching and the development of young players. With almost 11 years in coaching and player development, coach has led tournament and travel baseball teams coaching age groups ranging from 12U to 14U and has been giving instruction and lessons for over 6 years . Coach Santucci is very much looking forward too continuing his coaching and instruction at USSH and sharing his passion for the game with younger players.
Please email unionsquaresportshub@gmail.com or call (978) 534-3290 to set up an appointment.
Coach Santucci comes to USSH from a successful and decorated baseball family, playing days, and softball career. As a 2 year College starter in baseball, Chris led his team in hitting and all offensive categories hitting a combined batting average of .396 with 7 Home-runs in 2 full seasons. After college Chris's love for the game brought him to become an M.B.U.A. Umpire in Central MA calling High School, Legion, and Babe Ruth games for several years. Softball, would be where Coach Santucci would experience some of his proudest sports accomplishments playing professionally for a Men's Major Softball organization where he played exclusively for some of the top sports brands in the game...(Team TPS / Louisville Slugger, Worth and Easton). Chris competed professionally for over 12 years at this level traveling all over the U.S., Canada, and Puerto Rico where he earned multiple awards in over 40 national tournaments with selections to All Tournament Teams, as well as earning MVP honors. Chris was recognized for his career accomplishments and dedication to the game recently as he was selected for induction to the New England U.S.S.S.A. Softball Hall of Fame as a player. An accomplishment he is very humbled to have received. After retiring from the professional circuit, Coach took his passion for both baseball and softball in a new direction, coaching and the development of young players. With almost 11 years in coaching and player development, coach has led tournament and travel baseball teams coaching age groups ranging from 12U to 14U and has been giving instruction and lessons for over 6 years . Coach Santucci is very much looking forward too continuing his coaching and instruction at USSH and sharing his passion for the game with younger players.
Please email unionsquaresportshub@gmail.com or call (978) 534-3290 to set up an appointment.
Kevin Barnaby Pitching/Hitting/Infield/Outfield
Barnaby enjoyed great success in his first season as Falcons' head coach in 2016. He guided Fitchburg State to an 18-20 overall record, a 10-4 mark in league play and the #3 seed in the conference tournament. At season's end, his peers chose him as the MASCAC Coach of the Year. The team doubled the previous season output for Stolen Bases, Runs Scored, and Extra Basehits.
Prior to being named the program's 12th head coach, Kevin was a volunteer assistant baseball coach at the University of Massachusetts Lowell (NCAA DI) for two seasons. He worked primarily with the outfielders, and spearheaded the program's volunteering efforts. During his time there, team members read to numerous elementary classrooms, helped with the STEM Mentoring Program, harvested crops for Mill City Grows, and served dinner at Bread and Roses.
Within the same time frame, Kevin spent two summers coaching in the Futures Collegiate Baseball League (FCBL). In 2014, he became the head coach of the FCBL's Wachusetts Dirt Dawgs. Under his guidance, the Dirt Dawgs' offense set three league records, as well as countless organizational records, including most wins (26). The Dirt Dawgs hit 69 home runs that summer in 55 games, shattering the previous record of 37 home runs.
In 2012, Kevin served as hitting coach and recruiting coordinator for Fitchburg State University. Under his tutelage, five players hit over .300, including .374 for David Mason which was good enough for second in the conference.
On the field, Barnaby played two years of collegiate baseball at Worcester State University, helping the Lancers capture a MASCAC title and qualify for an NCAA Regional playoff berth in his final season.
Kevin currently resides in Leominster, Mass. and is the Director of Player Development for the Nor'Easters West out of the USSH
Please email kbarnaby@noreastersbaseball.com or call (978) 549-4457.
Prior to being named the program's 12th head coach, Kevin was a volunteer assistant baseball coach at the University of Massachusetts Lowell (NCAA DI) for two seasons. He worked primarily with the outfielders, and spearheaded the program's volunteering efforts. During his time there, team members read to numerous elementary classrooms, helped with the STEM Mentoring Program, harvested crops for Mill City Grows, and served dinner at Bread and Roses.
Within the same time frame, Kevin spent two summers coaching in the Futures Collegiate Baseball League (FCBL). In 2014, he became the head coach of the FCBL's Wachusetts Dirt Dawgs. Under his guidance, the Dirt Dawgs' offense set three league records, as well as countless organizational records, including most wins (26). The Dirt Dawgs hit 69 home runs that summer in 55 games, shattering the previous record of 37 home runs.
In 2012, Kevin served as hitting coach and recruiting coordinator for Fitchburg State University. Under his tutelage, five players hit over .300, including .374 for David Mason which was good enough for second in the conference.
On the field, Barnaby played two years of collegiate baseball at Worcester State University, helping the Lancers capture a MASCAC title and qualify for an NCAA Regional playoff berth in his final season.
Kevin currently resides in Leominster, Mass. and is the Director of Player Development for the Nor'Easters West out of the USSH
Please email kbarnaby@noreastersbaseball.com or call (978) 549-4457.
Jared Forgues Pitching/Hitting/Infield
A native of Worcester, MA, Jared was a product of the Jesse Burkett Little League and West Side Babe Ruth programs. He was a 4 year starting pitcher and infielder at St. John’s in Shrewsbury competing in 4 state and district finals, including a record breaking 20 strikeouts in a 7 inning game his freshman year. Jared was also a 4 year starting pitcher for West Boylston Post 204 Legion and led the 1992 squad to the New England regional finals. Jared continued on to Brandeis University and earned a spot in the starting pitching rotation that was among the national leaders in Earned Run Average (ERA) four times, including the 1994 season that led the nation in ERA. During his college tenure, he was also a starting pitcher for the Central Mass Collegians winning the NECBL Championships in 1995. Among his playing experience, Jared has also been a hitting and pitching instructor at numerous youth baseball camps alongside Red Sox greats Rich Gedman and Ray Fagnant. Jared is an active member in local youth sports programs coaching two Little League teams, and as a Director on the Leominster National LL Board of Directors. Please email unionsquaresportshub@gmail.com or call (978) 534-3290.
Steven McCaughey Catching/Hitting
Steve is a 1997 graduate of Quaboag Regional High School. After a solid High School career, Steve went onto play at Brown University starting at catcher all four years. Steve is currently the Leominster High School varsity baseball team assistant coach. Steve is responsible for the catching instuction at all levels of the high school program. Steve is a great compliment to our instructional staff. Please email unionsquaresportshub@gmail.com or call (978) 534-3290 to set up an appointment..
Fred A. McDonald Hitting
Coach Fred comes to us with a vast amount of experience and knowlwege. He is currently the Bromfield School Baseball Head Coach and slowy began to see his baseball numbers grow in 2013 which speaks volumes to his subtle impact. He had coached in the Triple Play organization for a number of years prior to accepting his current position to include head coach of teams ages 9u through 16u. Fred was assistant baseball coach with the Nashoba High school program as well for over ten years. Various summer camps as head instructor and owner of America's Pastime from 1998 through 2008. Coach has been involved with an abundance of programs to include high school through AAU at almost all ages as you can see. He has instructed for a number of years and been involved with the game of baseball his entire life to include president of Hudson Youth baseball from 1990 through 2002. We here at the Hub are glad to add Coach Freddy Mac to our staff as he exemplifies what we are all about. Please feel free to contact him directly and set up your lessons today. Fred.mcdonald12@gmail.com
Lee Beaulac Softball Pitching
Lee Beaulac formerly known as (Ms. Z) has been pitching the softball since the age of eight and with an accomplished career at Doherty High School in the books. She then went onto Worcester State University where she exceled at her craft for four more years. Lee has been the pitching coach in the Doherty, Leominster and Wachusett High School programs. She has over ten years experience teaching players correct and sustainable form with strength and conditioning as well as the "junk" pitches. We are thrilled to have softball pitching instruction in this capacity at the Hub and Lee is a great addition to our staff. Please email Lee directly to inquire about lessons. lee.beaulac@live.com
Lauren Hatfield Softball Defense/Catching/Hitting
Coach Lauren Hatfield has over 15 years coaching experience at the High School and College level. She was the two-time Division 1 High School State Championship catcher at Leominster High School, where Lauren led her team in batting average, RBI's and home runs, as well as being voted to multiple league and state all-star teams. A dominating offensive and defensive player, Lauren played shortstop and third base at Boston College, and made an immediate impact as a freshman. A team leader in batting average and RBI’s, Lauren was chosen to the ECAC All-star team and helped Boston College earn an NCAA tournament bid and the ECAC Championship. Lauren was one of 2 catchers in the state of Massachusetts chosen to play against the 1996 and 2000 Olympic team during their pre-Olympic tour of the US. She began her professional coaching career as the Assistant Softball and Basketball coach at Franklin Pierce University. After one season as the Softball Assistant, she was named head coach of the program and led her team to a record number of wins in a season; a record that still stands. As the Head Softball Coach at Randolph High School, she led the team to its first and only undefeated season in the history of the school. Winning 97 games in 5 years, that team won multiple league championships and a few trips to the district finals. Lauren is currently the Varsity Coach at Leominser High School. She coaches players of all ages and levels. Her specialties include infield defense and positional play, catching, hitting for contact and power, bunting, drag bunt and slap. You can contact Lauren at strikezonesoftball22@gmail.com.
Coach Lauren Hatfield has over 15 years coaching experience at the High School and College level. She was the two-time Division 1 High School State Championship catcher at Leominster High School, where Lauren led her team in batting average, RBI's and home runs, as well as being voted to multiple league and state all-star teams. A dominating offensive and defensive player, Lauren played shortstop and third base at Boston College, and made an immediate impact as a freshman. A team leader in batting average and RBI’s, Lauren was chosen to the ECAC All-star team and helped Boston College earn an NCAA tournament bid and the ECAC Championship. Lauren was one of 2 catchers in the state of Massachusetts chosen to play against the 1996 and 2000 Olympic team during their pre-Olympic tour of the US. She began her professional coaching career as the Assistant Softball and Basketball coach at Franklin Pierce University. After one season as the Softball Assistant, she was named head coach of the program and led her team to a record number of wins in a season; a record that still stands. As the Head Softball Coach at Randolph High School, she led the team to its first and only undefeated season in the history of the school. Winning 97 games in 5 years, that team won multiple league championships and a few trips to the district finals. Lauren is currently the Varsity Coach at Leominser High School. She coaches players of all ages and levels. Her specialties include infield defense and positional play, catching, hitting for contact and power, bunting, drag bunt and slap. You can contact Lauren at strikezonesoftball22@gmail.com.
