With over 30 years of coaching experience and a record-breaking professional playing career, Coach Steve Hacker is one of the most accomplished hitting instructors in the Midwest. A former All-American and Missouri Valley Conference MVP at Missouri State University, Hacker went on to play professionally in the Atlanta Braves and Minnesota Twins organizations—earning multiple MVP honors and setting league records along the way.

Known for his power at the plate, Hacker led the nation in home runs in 1995 with 37 homers in just 58 games. He holds the Missouri State career records for home runs (70) and slugging percentage (.728), and was inducted into the Missouri State Athletics Hall of Fame in 2012. During his time in the minors, he continued to dominate:

• 1996: Set Northwest League home run record (21 HRs)

• 1997: Macon Braves Team MVP; led league in HRs (34), RBIs (121), and doubles (34)

• 1999: New Britain (AA) Team MVP; broke franchise record for home runs (27)

With experience coaching athletes from ages 5 to 22, Coach Hacker’s specialty lies in hitting development—particularly in helping players understand their swing, make quick adjustments, and hit with power and consistency. His coaching style centers around observation, communication, and individualized development plans.

“I focus on learning each player's strengths and weaknesses. From there, we build a plan—teaching the universal truths of hitting while helping them make quick, game-ready adjustments.”

For Coach Hacker, the cornerstone of player development is clear communication and mutual understanding. He brings both a deep baseball IQ and an approachable coaching presence that players of all ages and skill levels connect with. Whether it’s helping a youth player build a foundation or refining the plate approach of a future college hitter, Coach Hacker brings unmatched insight, experience, and passion to each session.