Testimonials
“Been coming here for going on 6 years now, by far the best facility to attend to better your craft. The coaches are phenomenal and the environment is even better! Love it here!”
Abraham DeLeon“Great facility and atmosphere for athletes to get better everyday.”
JC Correa
“Super nice place very clean! Very professional atmosphere.”
Kyle Barfield
“We started my freshman year of college at 19 years old, I had more body fat than I was used to, and I had a velo of like 87-89, 90 tops. We worked hard at Gabe’s place for the 5 weeks I had off of school for Christmas, and when I headed back I was 210, lean and throwing harder and stronger I’d ever been. I was more explosive and my mechanics were better. My first scrimmage, the slowest pitch I threw was 92 and I sat at 93. I haven’t looked back since.”
—Brady Basso, Oakland Athletics
“Gabe and his crew run a truly top-tier training and batting cage facility. The level of knowledge and attention to detail they bring is second to none they know exactly how to meet athletes where they’re at and help them reach the next level, all while holding a high standard in everything they do. Every session has intention behind it, and it shows in the results.
On top of the coaching, the facility itself is incredible clean, well-designed, and built for serious work. The energy inside is always great: inviting, positive, and full of good vibes. They’ve created a culture that’s competitive yet supportive, making athletes want to show up, work hard, and keep coming back. It’s the kind of place where development feels exciting and sustainable, not forced.”
—Tucker Cascadden, Former Baylor Baseball Player“This is the first place where I truly took my athletic journey seriously. Before SD, I trained—but here is where I committed.
The coaches and the environment pushed me beyond what I thought I was capable of, not just physically but mentally. They taught me discipline, consistency, and what it actually means to train with purpose. The standards were high, and that’s exactly what helped shape me into the athlete I am today.
More than just workouts, SD Collective built a culture—one that demands effort, accountability, and growth. I learned how to show up every day, do the work, and trust the process. Those lessons still carry with me in my career and life.”
— Jorge Fernandez “This place is hands down one of the best training facilities around. The gym is always clean, well maintained, and has everything you need to get serious work in. The batting cages are top-tier great equipment and plenty of space to focus on mechanics and timing.What really sets this place apart is the atmosphere and the staff. Everyone is knowledgeable, helpful, and genuinely invested in helping athletes improve, whether you’re a beginner or someone playing at a high level. You never feel rushed, and the environment is motivating without being intimidating. Definitely recommend joining the SP family!!!”
— Rocky SalinasBeen coming here forever. Best training facility around!
Jake Arthur“Thank you Gabe and SP family for everything!”
Delfino Guerra “Training with Gabe was the most performance altering choice I made in my career. Obviously as a trainer, he got me physically prepared. But I what makes his teaching special is the way he trains his athletes on the mental side of the game. I was starting every weekend while I played at Baylor. Gabe was living in Austin, Tx at the time and I did anything I could to drive an hour and a half to see him, and go through preparation drills. It’s funny, each time I was able to make that drive and prepare for that weeks game with Gabe, I performed above average. The story that stands out the me the most, is the first time I went to visit him. I drove to Austin late after our practice and met Gabe at a field around 7pm or so. We went through a couple throwing drills but the main focus that evening and most times during the season was mental prep. He had me lie down on the mound and go through every single pre game throw as if it was my start day against OU (because that’s who we were playing the coming weekend). Then I had to mentally go through each pitch to each batter of each inning...for all 9 innings as if I had thrown a perfect game. It may sound absurd on paper, and it did in person as well. That’s a lot of real time throws, that took over an hour just to complete in my head. Over the course of those 9 innings Gabe would break my meditation and say “put 2 guys on base, with only one out, and get yourself out of it.” So I would promptly do it in my head and get myself out of it. By the end of the night I’m exhausted, as if I had actually pitched an entire game. Fast forward to the game against OU and I threw 7 shutout innings with 8 k’s. I put myself in a jam during the 5th inning with 2 guys on and one out just like I prepared for...sure enough I got out of it because I felt like I had already done it. My heart rate didn’t go up, I remained calm and confident. If not for Gabe, I wouldn’t have had nearly as much success in Big 12 baseball, or in pro ball. Mental prep is often times more crucial to a players career than physical prep. All I know is each time I was able to meet with Gabe the week of to go over things for the next game, I always had a solid weekend. I owe a large portion of my success to Gabe Solis.”
— Montana Parsons, Florida Marlins“SP Training is where it’s at, I mean Gabe just changed my life. I went there in my first off season after getting draft in 2019, and he took care of me just like I was family. The workouts we had there were insane, got me crazy strong in my legs. Throwing-wise, I mean throwing program that he had for us was unbelievable. He was on top of everything from bullpens to lives he just had me game ready when I was going back in February. There’s not enough words that I can say that would show my appreciation for Gabe and what his gym had done for me that year. Outside of the gym Gabe is a great person, still keeps up with me to this day. So, if you’re think about a place to train at and you’re not sure, SP Training is where is at… ”
— Karan Patel, Chicago White Sox“I started working with Gabe and SP Training at the beginning of my senior year at McNeese State. It was because of their commitment to helping me become a more focused and well-rounded athlete that played a huge part in my being drafted in 2019. Gabe and SP Training have helped me every step of the way, not only improving my physical self and dropping my 60 time significantly but also providing outside resources to stay healthy and at the top of my game. Gabe/SPT has also allowed me the opportunity to work with the best hitting coaches in professional baseball. With their extensive knowledge and professionalism, it is clear that the SPT staff strives to bring the best out of every athlete they work with! I am truly grateful for this crew for all that they have done and continue to do for me.”
—Carson Maxwell, Arizona Diamondbacks
“Awesome place! Everything was nice and clean! And while you wait you can also reserve the golf simulator and take some swings!”
— Francisco Perez 
Been going to SP since the end of my senior year of high school in 2024 and through college and have been working with Coach Michael Rohland. I never expected to see the growth I saw since beginning to train over there. Mike, and all the coaches at SP, create a super fun and interactive environment, but also a place where you want to improve and become the best athlete you can be. SP has become like a second family to me and I couldn't be more grateful for Gabe Solis and the whole team over there.
— Zac Laviage -Ryan Hernandez, Cleburne Railroaders
“SP training is probably my favorite place that I have worked out at within my baseball career. The guys there have helped me develop, put me in positions to be successful in the off-season, and have gotten me into game shape before I ever expected! Thanks to Gabe and Mac for always treating me like family and I will definitely be back next offseason and bring my brother with me as well!”
-Michael Smith, Tampa Bay Rays
“I first came to Gabe during my sophomore year of college while attending San Jacinto Junior College. He welcomed me with open arms and treated me as family. Every day I was put to the test physically and mentally. What stood out the most was how hands-on Gabe was with his athletes. He truly wants the best performance from everyone each and every day. He helped me throughout my off-seasons while playing professionally with the Tampa Bay Rays as well. He taught me how to train as a professional athlete and got me to my peak performance before every spring training. Can’t thank Gabe and Alex enough for what they did for me during my time there. They are forever family and will always be a part of my life.”