Meet your mentors of the month

Elijah regularly attends clinics, where he spreads his knowledge and joy for the game while exuding leadership, patience, and positive communication with our younger South Austin ballplayers, who love and respect him. After 2+ years with our Juniors program, he is now an Austin High baseball player! goes here

Choosing our 'Mentors of the Month' for March at Momentum Baseball wasn't easy because we had many good options. More than half of our 24 players joined in on clinics, showing how dedicated they were. But Daschel Linroth and Dagney Heaton caught our attention. They were always there for the South Austin Little League kids, showing up with big smiles and energy. Congrats to "Dash" and "Thunder Pickle" for being excellent mentors!

Choosing our 'Mentors of the Month' for March at Momentum Baseball wasn't easy because we had many good options. More than half of our 24 players joined in on clinics, showing how dedicated they were. But Daschel Linroth and Dagney Heaton caught our attention. They were always there for the South Austin Little League kids, showing up with big smiles and energy. Congrats to "Dash" and "Thunder Pickle" for being excellent mentors!

William Rhoden, a freshman at Austin High School, began his baseball journey with South Austin Little League in first grade and played through middle school. As a Momentum Junior from Fall 2022 to Spring 2023, he honed his skills and made lasting friendships. Now active in football, Marching Band, and Varsity Track & Field, William balances a busy schedule but still enjoys fishing at Barton Springs. Grateful for his experience, he shares, “Momentum has truly made me better at baseball, and I’ve made great friends along the way. Thank you, Alex!”

Madoc, a student at LASA High School (Class of 2026), has been part of Momentum for about four years and recently transitioned into a mentoring role. Reflecting on his journey, he shared, “Momentum has taught me so much. I wouldn’t be where I am today without it.” Madoc continues to inspire and support the next generation of players with the same passion and dedication he’s always shown.

Our Mentor of the Month is Chris Resendez, a Momentum alum now studying at the University of Health and Sciences and Pharmacy. Reflecting on his experience, Chris shared, “Momentum taught me not just to be a baseball player, but a good human being. The saying ‘good people, good students, good athletes’ has stuck with me and shaped who I am today.” Chris continues to inspire and support the next generation with the same passion and dedication.

Lux is a 7th grader at Keeling Middle School, now in his second season with Momentum. He has excelled as both a pitcher and a 3rd baseman! When asked what he enjoys most about the program, Lux says, “I love how Momentum isn’t just about making me the best player I can be; it’s about making me the best team member I can be. I remember being mentored as a younger player, and now it feels really cool to be in the same position, mentoring others.

I started as a player at Momentum six years ago, and ever since then, I have been continually involved with and influenced by this program. Momentum has helped me in many ways, being a program that encourages players not only to succeed on the field but also in the classroom and as a person. Throughout the past six years, I have had the opportunity to play baseball with many different people and help mentor younger players, both of which I have continually looked forward to and enjoyed.  - Jude Bush (St. Andrew’s High School - Class of 2026)

“ Since I’ve joined Momentum and started training with Coach Alex last year, I’ve not only improved so much at baseball, but also had so much more fun. Getting to help out at the SALL camps has been such a great experience, and it reminds me of how much fun I had as a little leaguer.”   Joaquin Gonzalez is a sophomore at LASA high school, where he plays baseball, and also runs track and cross country. He has been playing baseball for 7 years, and started in 2017 with South Austin Little League.

Dash Kostka, a Momentum player, alum, and mentor since 2015, is a third-year student at the University of Texas studying Music Education and Government. Reflecting on his experience, Dash shared, “Momentum taught me teamwork, communication, work ethic, and overcoming adversity—skills I’ll carry into my career as a future public school music educator. I’m grateful for the opportunity to grow and mentor through this program.”