Follow Us :
Delivering MLB-trusted TrackMan™ analytics and professional umpire development across Springfield, Southwest Missouri, and Northwest Arkansas. We help athletes raise performance and prepare the next generation of officials.
Behind the Plate was created to put precision analytics at the center of baseball. With our fully mobile TrackMan™ system, we deliver the same trusted data used at the MLB level — brought directly to local fields and programs.
Founder Dennis Hill — veteran umpire, coach, and lifelong player — knows the game from every angle. His mission: to strengthen the baseball ecosystem, from athletes pursuing college opportunities to officials preparing for the next level.
At Behind the Plate, we deliver TrackMan™-powered development tailored to every role:
Athletes gain verified pitching, hitting, and defensive data — building recruiting-ready profiles and measurable growth.
Teams receive full-squad analytics, seasonal benchmarks, and showcase reports that help coaches lead with confidence.
Umpires sharpen consistency through strike zone tracking, video insights, and mentorship from experienced officials.”
Across Missouri and Arkansas, umpire shortages are forcing games to be canceled. Behind the Plate addresses this challenge with TrackMan™-powered umpire training and mentorship. Our program builds confidence through objective data, side-by-side reviews, and game-ready preparation so new officials can step in with accuracy and poise.
By investing in umpires, we keep youth, travel, and high school baseball thriving — ensuring the game’s future is led by skilled, confident officials.
Our TrackMan™ system captures the same advanced metrics used by Major League Baseball — including spin rate, exit velocity, launch angle, and strike zone accuracy. By bringing this technology to Southwest Missouri and Northwest Arkansas, athletes and officials gain access to the same trusted data relied on by professional scouts and coaches. This means no guesswork, no opinions — just objective analytics that drive real improvement and give players and umpires a competitive edge.
At Behind the Plate, we don’t stop at delivering raw numbers. Every player session combines verified TrackMan™ reports with coaching feedback to sharpen swing mechanics, improve pitching performance, and build recruiting-ready profiles.
For umpires, our program delivers strike zone evaluations, video analysis, and mentorship from a 20-year veteran official. This unique combination of technology and professional guidance helps athletes perform with precision and prepares officials to manage games with confidence. By pairing data with coaching, we create an environment where both players and umpires progress faster and more effectively.
Until now, players and umpires in Missouri and Arkansas had limited access to professional-level analytics. Behind the Plate changes that as the region’s only fully mobile TrackMan™ provider.
We deliver:
Player development sessions for pitching, hitting, and defensive work — producing verified data athletes can showcase to recruiters.
Team-wide analytics and reporting that give coaches objective insights to measure growth and prepare for competition.
On-site umpire training and evaluations that combine strike zone accuracy data, timing reports, and real-game feedback.
Our mobile setup eliminates the need for long travel and added costs — bringing pro-level development directly to your field, school, or complex.
👉 Check our schedule to book a TrackMan™ session or umpire evaluation today.
Behind the Plate was built to support the entire baseball ecosystem. Players gain the measurable edge needed for recruiting. Coaches receive objective benchmarks to guide practice and lineup decisions. Umpires improve strike zone accuracy, mechanics, and game management with confidence.
By integrating TrackMan™ analytics with mentorship and professional insight, we help athletes, coaches, and officials grow side by side. Stronger individuals create stronger programs, and stronger programs keep baseball thriving in Southwest Missouri and Northwest Arkansas.
Too often, athletes and officials only receive feedback based on opinions or one coach’s perspective. At Behind the Plate, our evaluations are powered by TrackMan™ technology, which means every metric is verified and impartial.
For players, this means recruiting reports that reflect actual ability — giving parents, coaches, and scouts a clear picture of growth and potential. For umpires, it means feedback rooted in measurable strike zone accuracy and timing rather than subjective judgment.
This independence makes our reports trusted by recruiters, teams, and associations across the region — ensuring that progress is not only measurable, but also credible and respected at every level of the game.
At Behind the Plate, our values shape how we train players, support teams, and develop umpires. Every TrackMan™ session — whether for baseball training, player development, or umpire training — is guided by integrity, a focus on growth, and a commitment to community. These principles ensure every athlete and official receives trusted, data-backed insights that make a lasting impact on and off the field.
Every report is powered by objective TrackMan™ data, giving athletes and umpires feedback they can trust. From pitching metrics to strike zone accuracy, we deliver unbiased insights that drive real improvement.
Each session blends data, video, and feedback to build confidence and measurable progress. Players refine mechanics and recruiting profiles, while umpires sharpen consistency and credibility season after season.”
Baseball thrives when communities thrive. By combining MLB-level TrackMan™ technology with mentorship, we strengthen programs across Missouri and Arkansas — supporting athletes, coaches, and officials together.
Behind the Plate Baseball is more than training — it’s about taking every part of the game to the next level. Whether you’re an athlete preparing for college, a coach building stronger teams, or an umpire refining your craft, our TrackMan™-powered programs provide the accuracy, insight, and support to help you succeed.
With MLB-trusted data and local access, we give players, coaches, and officials the confidence to perform at their best — and get noticed.