Your Path to
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Elite Infield Performance Starts with Professional level development.

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    Jim Koerner, USA Baseball Director of Player Development

    “As Troy’s college coach at North Carolina Central University, I have had the privilege of watching him grow from a talented college athlete into a true professional in the world of baseball. His journey is a testament to his relentless dedication, skill, and passion for the game. During his college years, Troy displayed exceptional discipline and a commitment to excellence that set him apart from his peers. His transition to the coaching world only solidified his reputation as a dependable, hardworking player with a deep understanding of the game. His diversified coaching background from college, professional and USA Baseball is a perfect blend that helps him relate to all levels of talent.”

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    Connor Norby, Miami Marlins

    “Troy was always a guy who understood players, and that’s a lost art. The game, and getting the most out of your guys isn’t always about analytics and numbers. Being able to connect and grow a relationship and trust is crucial, and you end up getting the most out of your guys that way. Not every change or adjustment you make works, but if you trust the people around you that they have your best interest, you will find solutions faster”

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    Andre Butler, Founder of Graveyard Mentality

    “I have been fortunate to work alongside with Troy and witness the work he’s put in with players. His attention to detail on both the offensive and defensive side of the game allow his players to fully grasp the knowledge and apply it to their game. Troy’s ability to relate to his players while still creating a professional relationship is what makes his teaching style so unique. His willingness to stay up to speed on the nuances of the game assures me that he will continue to play a pivotal role in many players success for years to come.”

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    Roberto Mercado, ‘Double A’ Manager for the Baltimore Orioles

    “I had the pleasure of working with Troy Marrow when he was in the Orioles organization. Focusing on the fundamentals is something he excelled at. He is extremely knowledgeable and any young player would benefit from his experiences, knowledge, and high IQ of the game.”

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    Kyle Stewart, Top Tier California & B.O.X. Athletics

    “Watching firsthand Troy's evolution from a player, to front office, to youth coach, to MILB coach, I can with full confidence say that his understanding and knowledge of the fine details of the game are second to none. His demeanor and ability to teach in a calm and constructive manner only makes his coachability more impressive.”

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    Isaiah Paige, Baseball Coach for the University of Missouri

    “As a college coach, one of the most frustrating things with some incoming players is a lack of Baseball IQ and understanding of what fundamental baseball is. Troy’s work to reintroduce that aspect to the youth of the game will be instrumental in each player’s development and development of the game as a whole.”

MEET TROY MARROW

In addition to leading Above The Shoulders, Troy Marrow has developed 100+ players who have advanced to college and professional baseball — many as infielders. He currently works with MLB Develops and USA Baseball.

Troy spent two seasons with the Baltimore Orioles in their player development department as a Fundamentals Coach, specializing in infield defense and structured player development systems. He has spoken at ABCA and served as an annual infield panel member, sharing his approach to building elite infielders.

A former 3x captain and All-Conference infielder at NCCU, Troy was named an ABCA/Rawlings All-Atlantic Region selection and later coached at the NCAA Division I level at George Washington University and North Carolina Central University.

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Contact Troy To Learn More

Study the details.
Perfect The Process.
Own the play.

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Our training is built around your goals and the infielder you want to become. With over 10 years developing infielders from youth to professional baseball, Troy Marrow builds structured defensive systems that translate to game performance.

Your Infield Evaluation Starts Here.

Evaluation first. Development Second. Results Follow.

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Book your Evaluation

Schedule your 30-minute consultation to review your full evaluation and clearly map out your next phase of infield development

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Submit your video

Record 8-10 infield clips showing your game or practice work. We'll evaluate your footwork, hands, angles, reactions, and throwing mechanics.

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Receive Your Evaluation

Get a detailed written scouting report, video breakdown, and personalized drill plan based on professional evaluation standards.

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Build Your Player Development Plan

We’ll review your options and build a plan that aligns with your goals.

Why The Evaluation Comes First

Most players are training without a clear plan. Every infielder is different.
An Infield Evaluation gives you clarity on exactly what you need to improve — so you can train with purpose.

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Receive your report

Professional evaluation using college and pro-scouting standards.

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Get a real player plan

Personalized drill plan and schedule based on your strengths and weaknesses, not generic drills.

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Understand your path

A personalized development path aligned with your goals and timeline.