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Welcome to
Berg Backstops

At Berg Backstops, our mission is simple: to train and develop elite catchers who thrive as both athletes and leaders. We believe catching is the toughest position in baseball - demanding toughness, confidence, and responsibility beyond the skill work. Our goal is to prepare catchers not only to block, receive, and throw at the highest level, but also to lead with presence, communicate with pitchers, and elevate the entire team.​  

Baseball Game

Why Berg Backstops?

What We Do

A proven approach blending skill development + leadership training, designed to make your catcher the backbone of the team. 

Catcher-Specific Training: Customized drills in receiving, blocking, footwork, and transfers.

Leadership Development: Teaching confidence, communication, and on-field presence.

Game Mindset: Building the mental toughness to handle pressure and own the game.

Player Growth: Helping athletes at every level - from youth to high school to college-bound - reach their full potential.​  

 

What makes us different:

Specialized Catcher Development: Most programs don’t have catcher-specific training built into their practice plans. Berg Backstops fills that gap by delivering elite instruction focused only on the toughest position in sports.

Leadership Beyond the Skills: We don’t just teach receiving, blocking, and throwing. We train catchers to be communicators, competitors, and leaders - the backbone every successful team is built on.

Custom Approach for Each Program & Player: No cookie-cutter drills - every session, camp, or consultation is tailored to the needs of each individual catcher, blending proven drill progressions with leadership and mindset training.

Developing Complete Players: Our mission goes beyond teaching mechanics. Berg Backstops develops catchers who can block the dirt, control the running game, blending proven drill progressions with leadership and mindset training, and most importantly, lead their team with toughness, confidence, and presence.  

"Berg Backstops in Nashville is the go-to spot for catchers looking to up their game. With top-notch catching instruction and a focus on leadership and mindset, young athletes will find everything they need to grow and succeed. It's the perfect place for any catcher aiming to take their skills to the next level."

Brian Ryman

D1 Lipscomb University - Director of Baseball Operations (20+ years)

Founder Music City Baseball

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Clinics and Camps

Weekly Clinics

Weekly Clinics create the perfect environment for competition and accountability. In these sessions, catchers work together on the essentials - receiving, blocking, footwork, and transfers, while also developing communication and game awareness. Each player will be challenged not only to sharpen their skills, but also to step up as a leader and bring energy to their peers. Beyond skill work, we also emphasize leadership training and game mindset, ensuring your catchers not only improve technically but also become the on-field leaders every program needs.

Camps

Our camps bring catchers of all ages together for high-energy, game-like training. Players rotate through stations that cover receiving, blocking, footwork, and transfers, while also learning how to apply these skills in live, situational drills. Every camp also emphasizes leadership and in-game mindset, preparing catchers to perform under pressure and command the field. 

Book Clinics and Camps

About Me

My name is Jake Berg, and catching has been at the center of my life for as long as I can remember. I’ve been fortunate to play and coach this position at the highest levels, and now my mission is to pass that knowledge on to the next generation of catchers.

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Playing Career

  • D1 Jacksonville University (2020–2022): Began my collegiate career as a catcher in the ASUN Conference.

  • D1 Lipscomb University (2022–2025): Finished my career with the Bisons, where I helped lead the program to  ASUN Championships and gained invaluable postseason experience.

  • MLB Draft League (2025): Signed Professionally with the West Virginia Black Bears and caught the league leading staff on the championship-winning team.

  • Over the course of my college and pro career, I’ve caught over 175 games, giving me thousands of innings behind the plate against some of the best talent in the country.

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Coaching Experience

  • Graduate Assistant Coach – Lipscomb University (current): Serve on staff working daily with catchers, pitchers, and hitters at the Division I level.

  • Head Coach – 15U–17U  GRB Rays Travel Baseball (2023-2025): Led high-level travel teams, managing practices, games, and player development.

  • Camp Leader & Instructor (2022-present): Organized and ran multiple catcher-specific camps and clinics, training athletes of all ages in both skills and leadership.

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My Why

Through these experiences I’ve learned that catching is more than a position - it’s about leadership, toughness, and preparation. My goal is to help young catchers develop elite skills behind the plate while also building the confidence and leadership qualities that last a lifetime. This is my passion and I will bring that  energy everyday to impact the next generation of Catchers. 
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