Welcome to CANI Baseball!
Where passion meets progress. At CANI, we're more than just a baseball program, we're a community dedicated to unlocking every player's full potential. Founded on the belief that Constant And Never-ending Improvement (CANI) is the key to success, one quality rep at a time.
1on1 In-Person Training Packages
Private and Group Lessons Available
Private Lessons:
1- 60 minute (1 on 1) instruction: $75/per lesson
5 pack- 60 minute (1 on 1) instruction: $350
10 pack- 60 minute (1 on 1) instruction: $650
Group Lessons:
2 players- 60 minute instruction: $60 per player
3-4 players- 60 minute instruction: $50 per player
*Compare our rates to others in the metro who typically charge for 30-45 minute sessions
Pitching Instruction: Ages 8+
Pitching: As a certified Biomechanics Specialist my job is to get each player to their goals as quickly and as safely as possible. I teach many of the elements that Brent Pourciau from TopVelocity.net teaches, and Tom House from the National Pitching Association (NPA).
Hitting: Drills will be utilized to break down each component of the swing so that the player has a consistent and powerful swing.
Video analysis will be done with both pitching and hitting so that the player can see exactly what he is doing. Several different training tools will be utilized.
CANI Baseball currently has baseball teams at the 9U, 10U, and 11U levels. Tryouts for the 2026 tournament season will be held in late June or early July. You can always have an in season evaluation of your son as well prior to the tryouts. Players who are offered a spot on the team receive the following:
- Biomechanical analysis on their pitching and hitting
- High quality custom uniforms
- End of Season Awards
- A positive learning environment
- Practices Start in November
If you are interested please email Brian at brian@canibaseball.com. If you would like Brian to come evaluate your son at his U trip or little league game, or to have your son evaluated at a 1on1 session (No cost) let him know as well. Teams will be formed at the end of July or early August with Off-Season practices beginning in November.
2025 CANI Baseball Teams
End of Season Awards for Our Players
Most Valuable Player
Defensive Player of the Year
Most Valuable Player
The player who's overall performance was outstanding during the year. Player receives this 6lb belt.
Pitcher of the Year
Defensive Player of the Year
Most Valuable Player
The player who's overall pitching performance was the best on the team.
Defensive Player of the Year
Defensive Player of the Year
Defensive Player of the Year
The player who's overall defense was the best on the team.
Batting Champion
Most Improved Player
Defensive Player of the Year
The player who's overall batting performance was the best on the team which is decided by many factors including average, RBI's, HR's, etc.
Most Improved Player
Most Improved Player
Most Improved Player
The player who's overall performance has increased the most over the course of the season.
Teammate of the Year
Most Improved Player
Most Improved Player
The player who always cheers on his teammates, is a leader both on and off the field, and is a positive role model.
There may be people that have more talent than you, but there is no excuse for anyone to work harder than you do."
Derek Jeter
Contact Us
I'd love to hear from you...please reach out with questions or to connect.
About Us
Brian Wasko (Owner/Coach/Trainer)
Brian first became interested in sports at 5 years old when his dad signed him up for baseball. He enjoyed the competitiveness of the game and constantly striving to improve himself to become better and better.
Brian went to Des Moines Lincoln High School where he continued to excel in baseball and football where he obtained several All Conference honors. In between these two sports he ran track as well.
After graduating high school Brian went on to attend St. Ambrose University where he played football for 4 years. Brian obtained a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Athletic Training and Psychology. Brian is a Certified Biomechanics Specialist (BMS) through NESTA (National Exercise & Sports Trainers Association). Brian is a member of the ABCA (American Baseball Coaches Association) and he is also a USA Baseball certified coach.
His son playing sports provided a great opportunity for Brian to get involved in coaching youth for the past 9 years. He wanted to be involved with his son, but also found enjoyment in helping other kids improve their skills at baseball.
For the past 9 years, each of Brian’s baseball teams have never had a losing season and have always competed at the highest level, even winning a city championship. What makes it unique is that every year Brian has had a completely different team, with the exception of his son.
“I enjoy the challenge of creating a new team each and every year with kids that haven’t played together. Having brand new kids each year and being able to create a winning team, year after year, with very little time to work together before the start of the season has brought tremendous fulfillment to me as well as the parents who have watched their son grow and overcome challenges throughout the season.”
Brian teaches kids the fundamentals of throwing/pitching, hitting, fielding, base running, catching, and overall field awareness and strategy. Brian also teaches one of the least worked on things which is the mental aspect of baseball. Having played the game himself for over 12 years and coached the game over the last 8 years, he has observed several kids, time after time, completely fall apart because something negative happened on the field. “You will fail at this game more than you will succeed. Baseball is a lot like life, when you fail, you need to pick yourself back up and keep going because people depend upon you.”
Brian explains things to kids in a way they can understand. Some coaches have more experience, even minor or major league experience, yet cannot explain things in a way that children can understand. He uses terms that resonate with the player so they thoroughly understand the concept he is teaching them. Prior to each season, Brian reaches out to both player and parent to inquire what they believe needs work.
Brian believes it’s important to have a mutual respect for each other and to take a personal interest in how the player’s life is going outside of baseball. Finding humor and the ability to laugh helps to take the stress off and maximizes learning throughout the coaching session. When pitching and hitting, Brian takes video and shows the player what is going on with their swing, pitch mechanics, etc. “My job is to squeeze out every bit of potential in the player, even potential they didn’t even know they had.”
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