Founder - Catching and Hitting Instruction

A four-year letter winner and Spring, TX native, Jayla Park graduated from Spring High School (Class of 2021), where she gained extensive experience receiving Power Four pitchers and working bullpen sessions with Olympic legend Monica Abbott.

Jayla continued her career at The University of Tulsa, competing at the Division I level before medically retiring due to injury. While her playing career ended earlier than expected, it fueled her passion for coaching and athlete development.

Her coaching knowledge is shaped by hands-on experience across three Division I programs, completing internships with:

• University of Houston Athletics

• University of Tulsa Athletics

• University of Texas Football

Through Behind the Plate Athletics, Jayla provides individualized instruction in hitting and catching, helping athletes sharpen their skills, grow their confidence, and prepare for success at the next level — both on and off the field.

Director of Mentorship

Mya Perez is a current standout at Texas A&M University, where she plays first base and ranks among the top hitters in both the SEC and program history. In 2025, she posted one of the best offensive seasons in Aggie history, hitting .424 with 73 RBIs, 16 home runs, and a .561 on-base percentage. Her dominant performance earned her All-SEC First Team, NFCA All-American, and Academic All-America First Team honors.

Mya also competes on the international stage, representing Team Mexico, with her sights set on the 2028 Olympic Games.

At Behind the Plate Athletics, Mya serves as the Director of Mentorship, leading programs designed to guide athletes both on and off the field. Focused, competitive, and driven, Mya is passionate about helping athletes build confidence, sharpen their fundamentals, and develop a game-ready mindset that translates beyond competition.

Pitching Instruction

London Park is a Division I pitcher at the University of Houston, with prior experience competing in the Big Ten Conference at the University of Illinois. Known for her competitive edge and calm presence on the mound, London brings high-level game insight and experience to every session.

She has been personally trained by Olympic legends Monica Abbott and Cat Osterman, and is an 18U Tier 1 Alliance Fastpitch National Champion. London’s background also includes playing for top national travel programs and working with elite coaches such as Scott Smith, Kristi Malpass, and Dale Serie.

At Behind the Plate Athletics, London provides specialized pitching instruction, focusing on mechanics, mental toughness, pitch development, and game strategy. Her goal is to help young pitchers grow into confident, consistent competitors who know how to own the circle.

Brooklyn Gidley is a standout middle infielder and slapper from A&M Consolidated High School in College Station, TX. Competing with Texas Bombers Gold (Coach Scott Smith) and representing her country through the Team USA, Brooklyn has proven herself as one of the nation’s top 2026 athletes.

In addition to her playing career, Brooklyn serves as an instructor at BTP Athletics, where she specializes in slapping and fielding instruction. She brings her championship experience and high-level training to help younger athletes develop their skills and confidence on the field.

Career Highlights

• University of Florida commit (Class of 2026)

• 2× Alliance National Champion & 4× Alliance All-Tournament Team

• 3× First Team All-District at A&M Consolidated HS

• Ranked Top 25 nationally in the Class of 2026 (Softball America)

• Helped lead her team to an AFCS 18U National Championship

Brooklyn combines her competitive drive with a passion for teaching, preparing the next generation of athletes while continuing her own journey toward the Florida Gators.