The Staff at WEST

About the Private Lesson Instructors

BASEBALL

Nick Montenarello: Nick played Division II baseball at The University of Tampa as a pitcher where he posted a 1.46 ERA as a reliever. He was a graduate of Newfield High School. Nick has worked in the Stadium Operations Department for the Tampa Bay Rays. He has been with WEST for 2 years and currently serves as the Manager of Baseball Operations. Nick specializes in all aspects of the game for children of all ages.

Pat Feehan: Pat was drafted by the Chicago White Sox in 2006 and completed two seasons in the organization. Pat played Division II Baseball at Eckerd College as a starter and relief pitcher. He was named All Conference as well as Sunshine State Conference Pitcher of the Week. He specializes in both hitting and pitching for children of all ages. 

Tom Heeman: Tom played Division III baseball at Farmingdale State College as a pitcher and outfielder. He was All-Conference 4 times, All-Region twice and an All-American in 2009. He holds the Farmingdale State College records in Wins, ERA, Strikeouts, Innings Pitched, Games Started and fewest walks per nine innings. He was a pitcher for the semi-pro team Long Island Storm and was an assistant coach for the Long Island Junior Ducks 14U team. Tom specializes in all aspects of the game for children of all ages.

SOCCER

John Roros:Successful soccer player and instructor for over 20 years.  John holds a Long Island Junior Soccer League “A” coaching license and the United State Soccer Federation “C” license.  John has also received a Director of Coaching Diploma from the National Soccer Coaches Association of America.  John has been a dedicated and popular private lesson instructor at WEST as well as a great instructor for our SoccerTots and Soccer Skills programs.

SOFTBALL

Jackie Lucido: For the past three years Jackie has helped coach the Dowling College Woman’s Softball Team. Currently she coaches a 14u travel team and was named the Half Hallow Hills East Assistant Varsity Softball Coach. A 2003 Walt Whitman High School graduate. Jackie has played competitive softball for over 10 years. She was a collegiate athlete at Briarcliffe College and Dowling College.  Jackie has been a private softball instructor for 7 years. Jackie specializes in hitting, pitching and fielding for all ages.