Basketball Trainers
Zy Strowder
As a highly skilled and accomplished basketball player with more than a decade of experience, Zy has transitioned into a successful coaching career. She brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the court, having honed her skills through years of dedication and hard work. Zy’s coaching philosophy centers around developing players' technical abilities, tactical understanding, and mental resilience. She is committed to creating a supportive and empowering environment where athletes can thrive and reach their full potential. Let's work together to achieve greatness on and off the court!
Kelsey Coshun
Kelsey has 15 years of experience in her basketball career, including playing professionally in England and currently in France. She is an alumni of Carthage College, where she played for four years and earned a bachelor's degree in Social Work. Additionally, she holds a master's degree in Youth Work Leadership and Practice from Nottingham Trent University in England. With four years of coaching experience, Kelsey's focus is on teaching players the fundamentals of the game and helping them perfect their skills. Her coaching philosophy revolves around creating a supportive environment that fosters growth. Kelsey is committed to demonstrating to athletes the positive impact that sports can have on a young person's life.
Contact Information
Cell number- 262-960-1142
Email- coshunk@gmail.com
Josh Washburn
With 20 years of playing experience across the country. 10+ years of physical training experience. Learning from some of the best basketball/athletic trainers in the world Josh brings a wealth of knowledge to The Farm. Josh attended University of Minnesota Duluth and graduated from Carthage College. He graduated averaging 23 points per game and leading the conference (CCIW) in 3 pointers made. Josh takes pride in helping and teaching others. He will work with you to improve your skills and help you become elite in your sport.
Noah Portalatin
Noah Portalatin, a standout alumnus of Lake Forest High School, made a name for himself in his senior year by shooting an impressive 49% from beyond the arc. Recently, he has embarked on a training career, where he has quickly gained recognition for his dedication and effectiveness. Despite starting just last year, Noah has already worked with athletes ranging from young beginners to Division I talents and even professional players. He prides himself on building a strong foundation in the fundamentals of basketball and believes that rigorous practice is key to developing confidence and success in games. Currently, Noah is a rising sophomore on the Lawrence University men's basketball team, where he continues to excel both as a player and a mentor.
Contact Information
Cell number - 224-727-2081
Email- noahportalatin99@gmail.com
Baseball Trainers
Derek Hall
Contact Information
Cell Number- 847-651-8872
Email - derekjeffreyhall@gmail.com
Frank Sarillo
Coach Sarillo is currently a coach at Lake Forest Scouts and before that he was at Northern Knights Baseball (College Exposure) program. While there he assisted in developing 15-17 year old athletes in growing their baseball and life skills to give them the best opportunity to earn a college scholarship. Prior to Coaching at Northern Knights he founded and coached at Grayslake Rams (Pride) girls travel softball.
Contact Information
Email- frank.n.sarillo@gmail.com
Jeff Lindberg
Joseph Jagiello
Lane Ochs
Contact Information
Cell number- 262-909-6440
Email- laneochs5@gmail.com
Miles King
Coach Miles is a baseball enthusiast who has been passionately playing the sport since he was young. He has played both college and high school baseball and has been coaching young athletes since the age of 18. His love for the game is evident in the commitment and dedication he brings to his coaching sessions.
Contact Information
Cell number- 630-880-9337
Email- lightningbaseball19@gmail.com
Contact Information
Cell Number- 815-202-4125
Email- leeweld29@gmail.com
Nate Harris
Nate Harris, is highly experienced coach specializing in athlete training and development. Nate holds a B.S. in Kinesiology and boasts several years of experience in honing the skills of aspiring athletes. Nate's athletic journey began in high school where he distinguished himself as a three-year varsity student athlete. During this time, he garnered accolades such as a 2-time all-conference player, MVP, holder of 4 all-time school records, and maintained a career batting average above .300. Post high school, Nate pursued collegiate baseball at Mchenry County College, showcasing his skills as a Shortstop and 2nd Base player. Now, as a dedicated coach, Nate brings his wealth of experience and passion for athlete development to every training session. His goal is to inspire and guide athletes to unlock their full potential and achieve excellence in their respective sports. Join Nate on the journey to athletic success!
Contact Information
Cell Number- 815-347-6290
Email- harrisnate534@yahoo.com
Softball Trainers
Hannah Smith
Hannah Smith has been playing softball since she was five years old. She has played for numerous travel programs across Illinois, which helped lead her to achieving her dreams of playing colligate softball. She currently attends Lake Forest College, where she is a junior pitcher for the Foresters, playing under head coach, Joe Kinsella, and pitching coach, Laura Fillipp. As a Forester, Hannah played a role in winning a Midwest Conference Championship, and has made two Midwest Conference Tournament appearances. As a freshman, she was named First Team All-MWC, MWC Newcomer of the Year, MWC Pitcher of the Year, and NFCA Third Team All-Region IX honors. Hannah in both her seasons with the Foresters has achieved significant academic honors including, 2x Academic All-MWC, Easton/NFCA All-American Scholar-Athlete, and CSC Academic All-District honors.
Hannah has had experience coaching at the college exposure level. She was the pitching coach for her former travel ball program, Illinois Bombers 18U, for the 2022 summer season.
Contact Information
Cell Number - 708-506-6640
Email - smithhel@lakeforest.edu
Frank Sarillo
Coach Sarillo is currently a coach at Lake Forest Scouts and before that he was at Northern Knights Baseball (College Exposure) program. While there he assisted in developing 15-17 year old athletes in growing their baseball and life skills to give them the best opportunity to earn a college scholarship. Prior to Coaching at Northern Knights he founded and coached at Grayslake Rams (Pride) girls travel softball.
Contact Information
Email- frank.n.sarillo@gmail.com
Football Trainers
Lane Ochs
- Cell number- 262-909-6440
- Email- laneochs5@gmail.com
Strength, Speed, & Agility Trainers
Lauren Herrmann
Coach Herrmann is originally from Hampshire, IL, and graduated from Hampshire High School in 2018, went on to play basketball for all 4 years while at Carthage College. She graduated from Carthage College in 2022 with a bachelor's degree in Exercise and Sport Science. Lauren is the Women's Basketball Graduate assistant coach at Carthage College, while getting her master's degree in Sports Leadership. She has over 5 years of experience training and working with athletes.
Contact Information
Cell Number- 224-242-0863
Email- lauren@thefarmball.net
Nate Harris
Nate Harris, is highly experienced coach specializing in athlete training and development. Nate holds a B.S. in Kinesiology and boasts several years of experience in honing the skills of aspiring athletes. Nate's athletic journey began in high school where he distinguished himself as a three-year varsity student athlete. During this time, he garnered accolades such as a 2-time all-conference player, MVP, holder of 4 all-time school records, and maintained a career batting average above .300. Post high school, Nate pursued collegiate baseball at Mchenry County College, showcasing his skills as a Shortstop and 2nd Base player. Now, as a dedicated coach, Nate brings his wealth of experience and passion for athlete development to every training session. His goal is to inspire and guide athletes to unlock their full potential and achieve excellence in their respective sports. Join Nate on the journey to athletic success!
Contact Information
Cell Number- 815-347-6290
Email- harrisnate534@yahoo.com
Josh Washburn
With 20 years of playing experience across the country. 10+ years of physical training experience. Learning from some of the best basketball/athletic trainers in the world Josh brings a wealth of knowledge to The Farm. Josh attended University of Minnesota Duluth and graduated from Carthage College. He graduated averaging 23 points per game and leading the conference (CCIW) in 3 pointers made. Josh takes pride in helping and teaching others. He will work with you to improve your skills and help you become elite in your sport.
Corbin Cornelison
Coach C is a highly decorated combat veteran with 22 years in U.S. Special Operations serving as an elite Reconnaissance Marine, Marine Scout Sniper, and Navy SEAL operator. He is also a certified trainer through the National Council on Strength and Fitness (NCSF), and both a certified Corrective Exercise Specialist (CES) and a Performance Enhancement Specialist (PES) through the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM). Coach C is passionate about helping people from all backgrounds and ability levels adequately prepare for the demands of life, sport, and profession in the most efficient way possible. In addition to his operational experience, Coach C has held numerous instructor positions and leadership roles throughout Naval Special Warfare (NSW) ranging from the Basic Underwater Demolition/SEAL (BUD/S) schoolhouse in Coronado, CA, to the NSWs Training Detachment where he assisted in teaching and evaluating his fellow SEALs in Land Warfare tactics, techniques, and procedures in preparation for deployments overseas. Coach C was also hand-selected to help lead the Navy's Warrior Toughness Program, a Navy-wide human performance initiative arming enlisted sailors and junior officers with the tools needed to perform their duties and responsibilities under stress.
Contact Information
Email- corbin@thefarmball.net