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PANTHER BASEBALL
OUR FOUNDATION TO SUCCESS
THE PANTHER WAY
Our coaching staff is committed to developing well-rounded student-athletes through a philosophy built on four pillars: Academics, Character, Leadership, and Athletics. We challenge our players to uphold the highest standards, earn and give trust, take ownership of their growth, show toughness in the face of adversity, practice discipline on and off the field, and strive for execution in every aspect of the game. Each coach brings a unique blend of experience and passion to help our players reach their full potential and represent Redmond Baseball with Panther Pride.
ACADEMICS
CHARACTER
BUILT LAST
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Standard - Trust - Ownership
Toughness - Discipline - Execution
ATHLETICS
LEADERSHIP
OUR COACHING STAFF
Head Coach
MATT HUBBS
Matt Hubbs, a native of Eugene, Oregon, brings a deep passion for baseball and player development to his role as Head Baseball Coach at Redmond High School. A 2016 graduate of Willamette High School, he continued his athletic career with the Lane Community College baseball team before serving in the United States Air Force. His passion for the game evolved into a love of coaching, beginning with the Colts at Thurston High School in Springfield, OR.
Hubbs spent five impactful seasons with the Colts (2017–2023), including a pivotal role as JV Head Coach and varsity assistant during Thurston’s 2023 OSAA 5A State Championship run. That same year, he earned his Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies from Bushnell University, with a focus on psychology, criminal justice, and history.
While pursuing his graduate studies, Matt served as a Graduate Assistant Coach under former Drifters and Beacons Head Coach Tommy Richards, earning his Master’s in Sports Management in 2024. He has since continued coaching at the collegiate level as an assistant coach for the Bushnell Beacons, specializing in outfield development and serving as the camp coordinator. In the summers, Matt joined a West Coast League (Springfield Drifters) collegiate wood bat team as an assistant coach in 2024 and returned to the staff in 2025.
Now leading the Panthers, Coach Hubbs is committed to building a program defined by toughness, integrity, and relentless development. With deep Oregon roots and a servant-leader approach, he looks forward to inspiring student-athletes both on and off the field. When he’s not coaching, Matt enjoys exploring the outdoors in Central Oregon with his family and girlfriend, Itzel Valdivia, who is a school counselor in Bend.
JV Head Coach
JOEY GRAVES
Coach Joey Graves is entering his 15th year with Redmond Baseball and brings over 17 years of coaching experience to the program. A proud Redmond High School graduate, Joey has also coached at West Salem High and Culver High before returning home to contribute to the program that shaped his own baseball journey. At Redmond, he focuses on infield and outfield development, as well as overall player growth—both on and off the field. His commitment to the Panthers reflects his deep roots in the Redmond community, where he grew up, built his career, and now plans to raise his family.
A former standout corner infielder, Joey played first and third base at Chemeketa Community College after earning First Team All-IMC honors at Redmond High. Today, he brings the same work ethic and leadership he showed as a player into his coaching and teaching career. As a Special Education Teacher with the Redmond School District, he combines patience, structure, and encouragement to help athletes reach their potential. Guided by his philosophy that baseball builds confidence, discipline, and leadership, Coach Graves strives to create a supportive environment where players develop as athletes and as people. His favorite quote, “Good is not good when better is expected,” reflects his belief in constant growth and high standards. When he’s not on the field or in the classroom, Joey enjoys spending time outdoors fishing and hunting—a true reflection of his Oregon roots.
Pitching Coach
JEFFREY NELSON
Coach Jeffrey Nelson is in his first year with Redmond High School Baseball, beginning his coaching career with a strong background in high-level athletics and player development. He serves as the Panthers’ pitching coach, focusing on pitching mechanics, development, and helping athletes maximize their potential on the mound.
Jeffrey’s favorite part of coaching is building relationships with players and pushing them to be their best, both physically and mentally. His approach is rooted in attention to detail, accountability, and setting a high standard every day.
A graduate of Clackamas High School, Jeffrey brings a unique multi-sport background to the program. He competed at the Division I level in both football and baseball, serving as a kicker and punter at Oregon State University before pitching at Mt. Hood Community College and Gonzaga University.
His playing résumé includes a 6A state championship in both baseball and football, NWAC Player of the Year honors, Junior College All-American recognition, and an impressive streak of 38 consecutive scoreless innings in 2022.
Professionally, Jeffrey works as a Mental Health Assistant and holds a Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology from Oregon State, while currently pursuing a Master’s in Marriage and Family Therapy. Guided by his philosophy to “set the pace and dominate the little things,” Coach Nelson brings a thoughtful, disciplined, and player-centered approach to Redmond’s pitching staff.
Assistant Coach-Outfield
NATE AESCHLIMAN
Coach Nate Aeschliman is in his eighth year with the Redmond High School Baseball program, bringing steady leadership and experience to the Panthers.
A Maintenance Mechanic for the Redmond School District, Nate is deeply rooted in the community, serving both on and off the field.
A former high school athlete himself, he played baseball for the West Albany Bulldogs before finishing his prep career with the Redmond Panthers—making his return to the program as a coach especially meaningful.
At Redmond, Nate specializes in coaching outfielders and serves as the team’s first base coach, where his knowledge, communication, and energy consistently elevate players’ confidence and performance.
Beyond baseball, Nate has spent years coaching both youth and high school basketball throughout the community, demonstrating his passion for mentoring athletes and strengthening local sports programs.
Known for his loyalty to the Seattle Mariners and constant dedication to his players, Coach Aeschliman embodies the values of hard work, teamwork, and steady improvement.
His commitment to Redmond athletics and to the next generation of student-athletes makes him a valued member of the coaching staff and the Panther community.
Catching & Bench Coach
Scott Box
Coach Scott Wilson Box enters his first year with Redmond High School Baseball, bringing six years of coaching experience and a strong passion for player development. Prior to joining the Panthers, Scott coached with Redmond Little League, All-Stars, and Sun West Baseball, helping young athletes grow in both skill and character.
At Redmond, he serves as the hitting and catching coach while also contributing as a bench coach. Scott’s favorite part of coaching is developing players not only in their baseball abilities, but in the life skills that shape them into confident, responsible young men.
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A graduate of Inglemoore High School in Bothell, Washington, Scott went on to play collegiate baseball at George Fox University from 1996–1999 as a catcher. He also competed in the PIL with the Everett Merchants during the summers of 1996–97. Scott earned his Bachelor’s degree in History from George Fox and now serves professionally as a Church Music Leader and author.
His coaching philosophy centers on doing the “little things right” repeatedly to build excellence—believing that consistent discipline and character development naturally lead to success on the field. A Redmond resident since 2009, Scott and the Box family have deep roots in the community through years of church involvement and service.
JV Assistant Coach-Infield
Tyden Whitfield
Coach Tyden Whitfield is in his fifth year with Redmond Baseball, stepping into his first season on the coaching staff.
A Redmond High School graduate, Tyden brings recent playing experience and a strong connection to the Panther program.
He will work primarily with the infielders, helping players refine their fundamentals and grow in confidence.
As a former player himself, Tyden is especially excited to watch athletes develop the same way he once did—gaining skill, maturity, and belief in themselves through the game.
After graduating from Redmond High, Tyden continued his baseball career at Lane Community College in Eugene, where he played second base and the outfield.
He is currently pursuing a degree in Business Administration at OSU-Cascades and holds an Associate of Arts degree.
Tyden’s coaching philosophy centers on developing strong minds, confidence, and teamwork, with the goal of helping every athlete reach their full potential both on the field and in life.