ABOUT 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.

A Mission to Strengthen the Game

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.

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Development Through Data

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.”

Building the Next Generation of Umpires

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.

Baseball umpire making call at base during youth league game.

WHY BEHIND THE PLATE?

WHAT GUIDES OUR 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.

INTEGRITY

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.

GROWTH

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.”

COMMUNITY

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.

READY TO TAKE THE NEXT STEP?

TAKE IT TO THE
NEXT LEVEL.

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.

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