MAX INTENT ATHLETICS
DEVELOP WITH PURPOSE. TRAIN WITH INTENT.
8720 Big Bear Creek Road, Lucasville, OH
OPENING DECEMBER 2026
BASEBALL PITCHING
Develop pitching mechanics, command, and arm strength through age-appropriate, progressive training. Our approach combines personalized coaching, movement development, and performance technology (Rapsodo) to help pitchers reach their potential.
60-MINUTE TRAINING OPTIONSPRIVATE INSTRUCTION — $50
1 athleteSEMI-PRIVATE — $35 PER ATHLETE
Up to 2 athletesSMALL GROUP — $25 PER ATHLETE
Up to 4 athletes
BASEBALL & FASTPITCH HITTING
Develop a more powerful, efficient, and consistent swing through personalized coaching. Our training emphasizes bat speed, barrel control, and an effective swing path to improve quality contact.
60-MINUTE TRAINING OPTIONSPRIVATE INSTRUCTION — $50
1 athleteSEMI-PRIVATE — $35 PER ATHLETE
Up to 2 athletesSMALL GROUP — $25 PER ATHLETE
Up to 4 athletes
FASTPITCH PITCHING
Develop pitching mechanics, command, and consistency through personalized, age-appropriate instruction. Our progressive approach focuses on efficient movement, strength, and confidence in the circle.
60-MINUTE TRAINING OPTIONSPRIVATE INSTRUCTION — $50
1 athleteSEMI-PRIVATE — $35 PER ATHLETE
Up to 2 athletesSMALL GROUP — $25 PER ATHLETE
Up to 4 athletes
STRENGTH & PERFORMANCE
Develop strength, explosive power, speed, and athleticism through age-appropriate, progressive training. Our approach emphasizes movement quality, coordination, and physical development to help athletes perform at their best.
60-MINUTE TRAINING OPTIONSPRIVATE INSTRUCTION — $50
1 athleteSEMI-PRIVATE — $35 PER ATHLETE
Up to 2 athletesSMALL GROUP — $25 PER ATHLETE
Up to 4 athletes
VELOCITY DEVELOPMENT
Structured throwing and strength programs designed to develop arm speed, power, and throwing efficiency. Each program combines progressive throwing, strength training, movement development, and performance measurement to help athletes maximize their potential.
8-WEEK PROGRAM — $94911-WEEK PROGRAM — $1,24916-WEEK PROGRAM — $1,749EACH PROGRAM INCLUDES:2 coached throwing sessions per week2 coached strength and mobility sessions per weekIndividualized training progressionsPerformance tracking and assessmentsFor baseball and fastpitch softball athletes developing overhand throwing velocity.
Team & Facility Rentals
Give your team a dependable place to train year-round. Max Intent Athletics offers a spacious indoor training facility with retractable batting cages, flexible practice areas, and room for hitting, pitching, and player development.Whether you're scheduling a single practice or securing a recurring weekly time, MIA provides the flexibility to keep your team training regardless of the weather.
About MAX INTENT ATHLETICS
DEVELOP WITH PURPOSE. PERFORM WITH INTENT.
Max Intent Athletics is an indoor baseball, fastpitch softball, and athletic performance training facility in Lucasville, Ohio.Our philosophy is built around purposeful instruction, progressive development, and measurable performance.We believe every athlete deserves the opportunity to develop at their own pace while being challenged to reach their potential. From young beginners to competitive high school athletes, our focus is on building skills, strength, confidence, and a foundation for long-term development.
WHAT SETS MIA APART
Personalized coaching tailored to the athleteSmall-group instruction with a maximum of four athletesProgressive training built around individual developmentPerformance technology to measure progressA dedicated indoor environment for year-round training
LOCATION & CONTACTMAX INTENT ATHLETICS8720 Big Bear Creek Road
Lucasville, OH 45648Email: [email protected]Website: maxintentathletics.comOpening December 2026Additional training times may be available by request.
COACHING STAFF
CADE POWELL
Pitching Coach / Strength & Performance
Cade brings collegiate playing and coaching experience to Max Intent Athletics. A former pitcher at Heidelberg University (2020–2022), Cade continued his baseball career in coaching, serving as Assistant Pitching Coach at Heidelberg University (2023), Assistant Baseball Coach at Piketon High School (2024), and Assistant Pitching Coach at the University of Rio Grande (2025).As a Rapsodo Certified Pitching Instructor, Cade combines his hands-on coaching approach and trained eye for pitching mechanics with advanced performance technology and data-driven feedback. Rather than relying solely on technology, he uses Rapsodo to complement his observations, better understand how a pitcher's movements influence pitch performance, and make informed, individualized adjustments that help pitchers of all ages develop and reach their full potential.At MIA, Cade leads baseball pitching instruction and strength and performance training, emphasizing progressive development and individualized coaching.
CARSON POWELL
Collegiate Pitcher | Pitching Development Assistant
Carson brings competitive high school and travel baseball experience to Max Intent Athletics while continuing his pitching career at Mount Vernon Nazarene University.A graduate of Lucasville Valley High School, Carson compiled a 7–0 pitching record with a 0.65 ERA in 2025, striking out 84 batters in 53 innings. He also collected 109 career hits.Through his playing career and experience with structured pitching development, Carson has gained firsthand knowledge of throwing mechanics, velocity training, and the demands of competitive baseball.At MIA, Carson will assist with pitching instruction and youth player development, sharing his training knowledge from Tread Athletics and perspective as an active collegiate athlete.
KENDYL CHRISTMAN
Fastpitch Pitching Instructor | Lucasville Valley Varsity Pitcher
A standout four-year varsity pitcher at Lucasville Valley High School, Kendyl brings competitive experience, a strong work ethic, and a passion for developing young softball players to Max Intent Athletics.Kendyl began her travel softball career with Buckeye Elite before advancing to the Ohio Hawks, where she continued developing her skills and knowledge of the game. Throughout her high school career, she earned numerous honors, including 2026 SOC III Co-Pitcher of the Year, First-Team All-Conference, and Second-Team All-Southeast District recognition in both 2025 and 2026.During her junior season, Kendyl played a key role in leading Valley to the 2026 Division VI District Championship and a Regional Semifinal appearance.Her years of competitive experience have shaped her leadership, determination, and understanding of what it takes to succeed in the circle. At MIA, Kendyl will focus on helping young fastpitch pitchers develop sound mechanics, command, consistency, and confidence while sharing the knowledge and lessons gained throughout her playing career.Kendyl's goal is to help the next generation of pitchers build a strong foundation, develop confidence in their abilities, and reach their full potential.
RICK POWELL
Founder & Owner | Baseball & Fastpitch Hitting Coach
With 35 years of coaching experience, Rick Powell brings an extensive background in baseball and fastpitch softball development to Max Intent Athletics. His experience includes 13 years coaching high school fastpitch softball and 22 years coaching baseball at various levels.Rick's hitting philosophy emphasizes natural athleticism, efficient movement, bat speed, and developing a swing path that keeps the barrel in the hitting zone longer. Rather than teaching a one-size-fits-all approach, he focuses on each athlete's individual strengths and development needs.At MIA, Rick combines his coaching experience with HitTrax and Rapsodo performance technology to evaluate hitting performance, provide objective feedback, and track athlete development.His goal is to provide purposeful instruction that helps athletes build confidence, improve skills, and maximize potential.Rick founded Max Intent Athletics to provide athletes of all ages and abilities with purposeful instruction, progressive development, and an environment where they can work toward reaching their full potential.
