Aaron Schoolcraft is the founder of the Northwest Summer League, Northwest Nationals, and Northwest Baseball Association.

Brian Pollard serves as the Infield Coordinator for the Northwest Nationals, leading the development of infielders through detailed instruction, advanced defensive training, and a commitment to fundamental excellence. Drawing on his extensive coaching experience at George Fox University and the University of Portland, Brian works with athletes to improve footwork, glove work, throwing mechanics, positioning, baseball IQ, game awareness, and overall defensive consistency. His attention to detail, ability to teach the finer points of infield play, and passion for player development help athletes build confidence, sharpen their defensive skills, and perform at a high level in both training and competition.

Zane Mills serves as a Pitching Coach for the Northwest Nationals, bringing experience from both Division I and professional baseball to the development of aspiring pitchers. A former fourth-round MLB Draft selection and current professional pitcher in the Chicago Cubs organization, Mills works closely with athletes to improve pitching mechanics, arm care routines, velocity development, and overall mound presence. Through individualized instruction and a strong emphasis on preparation, competitiveness, and execution, he helps players build the skills and confidence needed to perform at a high level and reach their full potential on the field.

Jake Rodriguez was a standout player and coach at Oregon State University and was drafted professionally. He currently serves as the Catching Coordinator for the Northwest Nationals, where he specializes in developing catchers’ defensive skills, game awareness, and leadership behind the plate. With a strong emphasis on technique, communication, and consistency, Jake helps catchers excel in all aspects of the position and lead confidently on the field.

Braden Bishop serves as the Mental Performance Coach for the Northwest Nationals, helping athletes develop confidence, focus, resilience, and a championship mindset. A standout at the University of Washington and a 3rd-round MLB Draft selection by the Seattle Mariners in 2015, Braden competed at both the collegiate and Major League levels, bringing firsthand experience in performing under pressure. Through mental skills training, goal setting, performance routines, and leadership development, he equips student-athletes with the tools to stay present, overcome adversity, and perform consistently at their best both on and off the field.

Parker serves as a Customer Support Representative, managing the front desk and assisting customers with questions and issues. Through clear communication and a customer-first approach, they greet visitors, handle inquiries, and provide effective solutions. They help create a welcoming environment while building trust and positive customer experiences. They also ensure smooth daily front desk operations and organization.

Sumeet Kumar is the owner of Eliteye Media and serves as the Media and Creative Partner for the Northwest Nationals. He is responsible for producing high-quality visual and digital content, including professional photography, video highlights, digital storytelling, Northwest Nationals branding graphics, and player commitment graphics. Through a creative, detail-driven approach, Sumeet helps elevate the program’s visibility, showcase its athletes, and present players in a professional manner that supports recruiting and exposure efforts.

Tony Dabbs serves as the Apparel Coordinator for the Northwest Nationals, overseeing program merchandise and uniforms to ensure quality, consistency, and a professional standard across the organization. With strong attention to detail and a creative approach, Tony plays a key role in providing players, coaches, and fans with apparel and hats that represent the Northwest Nationals brand at the highest level.

Todd Chun supports Facility Maintenance for the Northwest Nationals, ensuring all venues are safe, and well-maintained throughout the entire facility. His dependability, work ethic, and attention to detail help provide players, coaches, and parents with a top-quality environment and a safe experience at the training facility.

Mark Slater supports Facility Maintenance for the Northwest Nationals, ensuring all venues are safe, and well-maintained throughout the entire facility. His dependability, work ethic, and attention to detail help provide players, coaches, and parents with a top-quality environment and a safe experience at the training facility.

Chef Liam Kamp serves as the Chef for the Northwest Nationals, leading the organization's athlete nutrition program by preparing fresh, balanced, and performance-focused meals. Drawing on his professional culinary experience, Liam develops nutritious breakfasts, lunches, dinners, and snacks designed to fuel training, recovery, and overall health. Working closely with the Northwest Nationals Development Academy, he provides convenient meal options that support the demands of student-athletes while emphasizing quality ingredients, proper nutrition, and exceptional service. Liam's commitment to performance nutrition plays an important role in helping athletes perform at their best both on and off the field.

Jennifer Schoolcraft serves as the Academic Coordinator for the Northwest Nationals, supporting players in balancing their athletic and academic goals. Through guidance, organization, and accountability, they help student-athletes stay on track in the classroom and prepare for success beyond the field.

TBD leads Facility Operations for the Northwest Nationals, overseeing all aspects of venue preparation, maintenance, scheduling, and on-site logistics. With a hands-on leadership style and a strong attention to detail, he ensures facilities are safe, organized, and fully prepared for training sessions, games, and events. Brian’s reliability, organization, and operational oversight play a key role in delivering a first-class experience for players, teams, coaches, and visiting programs while ensuring every event runs smoothly from start to finish.

TBD serves as the Pitching Coordinator for the Northwest Nationals, overseeing the development of pitchers across the organization with a focus on efficient mechanics, arm care, and performance on the mound. Through detailed instruction, individualized development plans, and ongoing evaluation, they emphasize strong fundamentals, pitch design, and in-game execution. With a commitment to building confidence and durability, they help pitchers improve consistency and overall game awareness while preparing to compete at the next level.

TBD serves as the Hitting Coordinator for the Northwest Nationals, leading the development of hitters across the organization with an emphasis on efficient swing mechanics, plate approach, and offensive confidence. Through detailed, individualized instruction, video and performance analysis, and a commitment to long-term player growth, they help hitters improve consistency, generate power, and translate training into game-ready offensive performance.

TBD serves as the Fielding Coordinator for the Northwest Nationals, overseeing the development of defensive fundamentals across all positions. With a strong emphasis on footwork, agility, positioning, and situational awareness, they provide detailed, position-specific instruction and structured training environments. Through consistent feedback and a commitment to long-term player development, they help athletes sharpen their fielding technique, improve defensive decision-making, and build confidence as reliable defenders at the next level.

TBD serves as the Recruiting Coordinator for the Northwest Nationals, guiding players and families through every stage of the college recruiting process. With a comprehensive approach that includes recruiting education, strategic planning, ongoing communication with college programs, and exposure opportunities, they help athletes understand their options, market themselves effectively, and connect with programs that align with both their academic and athletic goals.

TBD serves as a Player Development Coordinator for the Northwest Nationals, guiding the overall growth and progression of athletes both on and off the field. Through individualized development plans, position-specific training, performance and video analysis, mentorship, and comprehensive showcase support, they help players maximize exposure, address areas for improvement, and build the skills and confidence needed to compete at the next level.

TBD serves as a Hitting Coach for the Northwest Nationals, working closely with athletes to develop efficient swing mechanics, a disciplined plate approach, and confidence at the plate. Through focused, detail-oriented instruction, individualized feedback, and a commitment to long-term player development, they help hitters improve consistency, generate power, and translate training into confident, game-ready offensive performance.

TBD serves as a Hitting Coach for the Northwest Nationals, working closely with athletes to develop efficient swing mechanics, a disciplined plate approach, and confidence at the plate. Through focused, detail-oriented instruction, individualized feedback, and a commitment to long-term player development, they help hitters improve consistency, generate power, and translate training into confident, game-ready offensive performance.

TBD serves as a Pitching Coach for the Northwest Nationals, working closely with athletes to develop efficient mechanics, arm strength, and confidence on the mound. Through focused, detail-oriented instruction, individualized feedback, and a strong emphasis on fundamentals, arm care, and preparation, they help pitchers improve consistency, command, and overall game awareness. Their approach is designed to translate training into reliable, game-ready performance at the next level.

TBD serves as a Fielding Coach for the Northwest Nationals, playing an integral role in developing defensive excellence across the program. With an emphasis on footwork, positioning, glove work, and situational awareness, they provide detailed, position-specific instruction designed to translate to game speed. Through consistent feedback, structured training, and a commitment to player development, they help athletes improve defensive consistency, confidence, and reliability in high-level competition.

TBD serves as a Fielding Coach for the Northwest Nationals, playing an integral role in developing defensive excellence across the program. With an emphasis on footwork, positioning, glove work, and situational awareness, they provide detailed, position-specific instruction designed to translate to game speed. Through consistent feedback, structured training, and a commitment to player development, they help athletes improve defensive consistency, confidence, and reliability in high-level competition.

TBD serves as a Catching Coach for the Northwest Nationals, working closely with catchers to develop defensive fundamentals, receiving, blocking, throwing, and leadership behind the plate. Through detailed instruction, individualized feedback, and an emphasis on game management and communication, they help catchers build confidence, consistency, and reliability in game situations.

TBD serves as a Catching Coach for the Northwest Nationals, working closely with catchers to develop defensive fundamentals, receiving, blocking, throwing, and leadership behind the plate. Through detailed instruction, individualized feedback, and an emphasis on game management and communication, they help catchers build confidence, consistency, and reliability in game situations.