Get to know your coach: Chad Funderburk.

Chad Funderburk, a seasoned athlete and respected coach, is the driving force behind Gap to Gap Baseball Academy, the premier destination for elite hitting and pitching instruction in the Quad Cities and beyond. From college athlete, to a 9 year professional career, to coaching athletes of all ages, Chad’s expertise and dedication are the foundation of Gap to Gap’s success.

Chad’s commitment to excellence is evident in every aspect of Gap to Gap Baseball Academy. His personalized approach, grounded in a thorough understanding of body mechanics, sets the academy apart as a leader in baseball instruction. Whether working with young beginners or seasoned athletes, Chad’s goal is to develop well-rounded players who excel on and off the field.

At Gap to Gap Baseball Academy, Chad combines his deep knowledge of the game with his passion for teaching.

The academy offers comprehensive hitting, pitching, fielding, and catching instruction tailored to the individual needs of each athlete, of all ages and skill levels.

Located in both the Quad Cities and Bluffton, SC, Gap to Gap serves local athletes with a top-tier training facility and expert coaching. Additionally, Coach Chad and Coach Joe extend their reach globally through remote coaching options, allowing players from around the world to benefit from their expertise.

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Gap to Gap Vision

Chad envisions Gap to Gap Baseball Academy as a beacon of high-quality baseball instruction, continually evolving to meet the needs of modern athletes. His forward-thinking approach and unwavering dedication to the sport ensure that Gap to Gap will remain at the forefront of baseball training, inspiring and empowering the next generation of players.

Work with Chad

  • I met Chad Funderburk from Gap to Gap Baseball two years ago, and he is one of the best coaches I have encountered in skill acquisition and movement.

    His movement-based approach to training is producing not only great hitters but also well-rounded athletes, giving them the best chance to advance to the next level. Chad trains athletes to move naturally, not like robots, ensuring they develop true athleticism. His dedication to creating custom, individualized programs for every player sets him apart, tailoring each training plan to meet their specific needs and goals. Chad’s expertise and innovative methods make Gap to Gap Baseball an invaluable asset to any athlete’s journey.”
    Dr. Ismael Gallo
    Founder, Baseball Flows
    Former Professional Baseball Player, LA Dodgers Organization
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Get to know your coach: Joe Caracci.

Joe Caracci has over 15 years experience coaching at the collegiate level with stops at Craven CC, East Carolina University, and Pitt CC along the way (477-125 / .792).  Coach Caracci’s highlights as a collegiate Coach include a 2011 National Championship and 4 trips to the NCBA World Series at the Helm of ECUs Club Baseball program as well as a 2017 JUCO World Series appearance as an Assistant under Tommy Eason at Pitt CC.  

Coach Caracci’s passion lies in instruction, programming, and athletic development.  He has been honing his craft for almost two decades as an instructor and has helped hundreds of players on their paths to collegiate and professional success.  Several of Coach Caracci’s players have gone on to coach in the collegiate and professional ranks themselves. 

Coach Caracci’s areas of expertise include:

  • Hitting
  • Throwing Programs
  • Arm Care
  • Pitching
  • Infield
  • Athletic Development

Coach Caracci’s pitching (ArmStrong), infield (The Infield Series), and Athletic Development (BodyStrong) programming series are longstanding and have seen incredible results. For his work with the BodyStrong program, Coach Caracci is certified through the National Academy of Sports Medicine as the following:

  • Personal Trainer
  • Youth Exercise Specialist
  • Sports Performance Specialist
  • Sports Nutrition Specialist
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“I have a great sense of pride in what guys like Jim Leggett at App State, Zach Woolard with the Rangers, and Danny Milwee with the White Sox are doing with their careers.”

Coach Joe Carraci
Work with Joe

  • I have known Joe for over 20 years, and his passion for the game and the development of young athletes has always been evident.

    I look forward to collaborating with him and Gap 2 Gap in growing their athletes!”
    Shawn Armstrong
    RHP Tampa Bay Rays
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