Pitching Velocity Development in Michigan

GUD Michigan is an 8,000 square foot, TrackMan-equipped pitcher development facility directed by Max Bain, who signed with the Chicago Cubs out of the USPBL. Same GUD system: measure first, build the plan around the limiter, retest. High school pitchers averaged +6.2 mph of velocity progress in 2026. 500+ athletes trained since 2019, 200+ throwing 90+ MPH, 150+ Division I scholarships.

Who coaches in Michigan?

Max Bain, Director of Pitching, GUD Michigan

Signed with the Chicago Cubs out of the USPBL. Max built his own velocity and pitch-design development into a high-90s fastball, and now runs that same process for every arm at GUD Michigan.

MLB organizations: Cubs.

Trey Nordmann, Pro Athlete + Hybrid Pitching Performance Coach

Signed with the Baltimore Orioles in 2022 after setting Lipscomb's single-season saves record.

MLB organizations: Orioles.

Justin Militello, Pro Athlete + Hybrid Pitching Performance Coach

Signed with the Atlanta Braves in 2022. Currently pitching in the St. Louis Cardinals organization.

MLB organizations: Braves, Cardinals.

Frequently asked questions

Who coaches at GUD Michigan?

GUD Michigan is directed by Max Bain, who signed with the Chicago Cubs out of the USPBL. Every GUD pitching coach played professional baseball.

What tech do you use?

The facility is TrackMan-equipped and wearable tech supported, so every athlete's plan is built on measured movement, strength and pitch data instead of guesswork.

I'm not in Michigan. Can I still train with GUD?

Yes. Our remote program runs the same measure-first system nationwide with wearable sensors shipped to your door. See the remote velocity program at gudbaseball.com/velo.

How do I start?

Apply at gudbaseball.com/apply. It takes about two minutes and we'll find the right fit for you or your athlete.