About Galya Athletics

ABOUT US

Galya Athletics

A youth development organization built on coaching, communication, and culture.

Who We Are

Galya Athletics helps young athletes grow with confidence, discipline, and purpose. We build structured, positive training environments where athletes feel supported and progress stays steady and clear.

Our Purpose

We guide young athletes through organized, high-quality training that builds both skill and character. Strong habits build strong people, and the right environment helps athletes thrive. That standard shows up in every class, practice, and team.

Our Programs

LAUNCH Training Facility

LAUNCH is the daily home of Galya Athletics: a 4,800 sq ft, fully-turfed training facility in Eatontown, NJ. We combine baseball and softball skill work with athletic performance training, powered by Trackman technology and data-driven coaching, across every age group we train.

LAUNCH Baseball Teams

LAUNCH Baseball Teams is our competitive travel program for athletes on the path toward college and professional baseball. Selected by tryout, athletes get exposure through showcases and targeted tournament competition, along with recruiting support and guidance for the road ahead.

New Jersey Thoroughbreds

New Jersey Thoroughbreds is our travel baseball program, built around long-term development. Teams train and compete on a schedule suited to where they are developmentally, tournament and scrimmage-based, with LAUNCH's year-round athletic development built in. Coaching blends dedicated staff with trained parent-coaches, and multi-sport athletes are welcome.

Galya Athletics Apparel

Our apparel division provides custom team stores, training gear, and lifestyle merchandise, giving athletes something they're proud to wear.

Meet the Team

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LAUNCH Staff · Baseball

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Paul Germadnig
Director of Operations & Player Development
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Sam Delaplane
Director of Pitching Performance and Biomechanics
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Greg Bender
Pitching Coach and Analytics Coordinator
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Cole Hare
Analytics and Player Development Coordinator
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Tyler Dearden
Hitting and Outfield Coach
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Brian Marcinczyk
Baseball Instructor and Performance Coach
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MJ Altman
Baseball Instructor
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Nicholas Turano
Performance Coach
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LAUNCH Staff · Softball

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Matt Pellowski
Director of Softball Operations
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Ashley Niesman
Softball Instructor
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Thoroughbreds Coaches and Support

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MJ Altman
Coach
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Nicholas Masone
Coach
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Brian Marcinczyk
Coach
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Chris Haniff
Coach
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Dave McNamara
Coach
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Our Founder

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Vinny Galya
Founder and CEO

Vinny founded Galya Athletics to build a structured, supportive environment where young athletes develop with clarity and purpose.

He played collegiate baseball at Kean University, appearing in three NCAA Division III National Championships and helping lead the program to three Mid-Atlantic Regional titles. He holds the school's single-season stolen base record, with 33 steals.

From 2013 to 2025, Vinny worked as an elementary Physical Education and Health teacher, building a foundation in teaching, communication, and youth development.

That background, in both education and high-level athletics, shapes Galya Athletics today: organized, intentional, and centered on steady growth for every athlete.

Our Commitment

Galya Athletics provides families with a consistent, supportive, and growth-centered experience.

  • Professional coaching
  • Clear communication
  • Structured development
  • Strong values
  • A connected community

Every athlete receives guidance, attention, and a place to belong. Throughout the year, Galya Athletics also shows up in the community directly, through pop-up clinics, fundraisers, and local events.

Join Us

Galya Athletics welcomes families who value growth, clarity, and connection. Whether your athlete is just starting out or building toward college and beyond, there's a place here to train and grow with purpose.

Never Waver. You Are Unlimited.

Train. Learn. Launch.