Rachel Balkovec

Rachel Balkovec is a professional baseball coach and manager who has broken numerous barriers in the sport. She is a three-time 'first' woman in professional baseball, having started out as a strength and conditioning coach, then becoming a full-time hitting coach, and currently managing the Tampa Tarpons, the Single-A affiliate of the New York Yankees. Balkovec is known for her dedication to empowering women in sports and her coaching style, which emphasizes the importance of human connection. She has been featured in various media outlets and has spoken at conferences and events. Balkovec is based in the United States and is active on social media.