The Bay State Braves

Alex began coaching with BSB in 2014 and was made director of operations in 2016. Over his career Alex has seen the program grow from three teams involving approximately 30 families to now with 20 teams involving over 300 families. Alongside his role as director of operations, Alex is also a head coach for the Braves and helming the 13U Elite team in 2026.

Alex played professionally in Prague, Czech Republic and Beaucaire, France from Spring 2011 to Fall 2012. While abroad he also coached youth teams, most notably leading the Beaucaire Chevaliers to a national championship in the 12U bracket, and a 5th place finish in the 15U bracket. Alex graduated from Macalester College in 2011 with a bachelor’s degree in Biology. He was a 4-year Varsity starting pitcher. In his senior season as captain he led Mac to its first MIAC Conference Championship in 62 years, going 8-1 with a 2.49 ERA and 59 K’s. That year he received All- Conference 1st Team recognition as well as being voted the team MVP.

Christopher will be the 2026 head coach for the 9U and 10U Red Bay State Braves teams. Christopher joined the Braves in 2016 as a staff member running clinics in the greater Metro West area. He is excited to share his passion for the game of baseball with the Braves and its players.

Christopher has coached youth baseball for over 25 years including Williamsport and Lou Tompkins. He is also actively involved in Community Investors, a non-profit program which focuses on bringing sports and movement programs to children of all skill levels.

Chris joined the Braves in 2018 and will the head coach of the 2026 12U Red and 15U Elite Tournament teams. Chris is excited to share his passion for the game of baseball with the Braves and its players. Chris is also the Wayland High School varsity baseball coach.

Chris worked full-time as a trainer for Positive Coaching Alliance (PCA); a national non-profit that believes in the power of sports to transform lives. Chris has presented at the World Baseball Coaches' Convention for three consecutive years, as well as numerous workshops for the Red Sox Foundation and many youth baseball programs across New England on issues related to sports psychology. Chris coached at Newbury College in 2007 and 2008 and currently writes for the New England Baseball Journal on topics related to youth baseball and coaching.

Justyn joined the DCBA/Braves family in 2023. In 2024 Justyn led the 13U Blue Braves team to the D2 Championship game. Justyn played varsity high school baseball in North Attleboro, MA, and college baseball at Worcester State University, where he won numerous individual and team awards. He lived in the Cayman Islands for 10 years, loves to travel, and is a father to an 11 year old boy.

Colin O'Brien joined the Braves in December of 2024. Colin played college baseball at Emerson College as a middle infielder and utility player. His experience includes coaching youth players in New England for the past six years. Colin has a lifelong love of the game of baseball and now enjoys teaching athletes who are excited about becoming better baseball players.

Ben Kefalis joined the Braves in 2021. In 2023 his 12U Blue team made it to the final four in the Select Baseball League 12U D2 division. He is excited to share his knowledge and passion for the game to the program. Ben coached Senior Babe Ruth in Middleboro (ages 16-19) from 2016-2019. Ben is also the JV baseball coach at Wayland High School (2023-present).

Ben played his college baseball at Eastern Nazarene College from 2013 to 2017. Ben played high school baseball at Bristol-Plymouth Vocational Tech. While there he and his team won the Mayflower League Championship in 2012, he was elected to the Mayflower League All-Star Team in 2013, and was elected to the Boston Globe All-Scholastic Team in 2013.

Mike has over 18 years coaching experience in youth baseball. He is the assistant coach of Medfield Senior Legion and was also the head coach of Medfield Junior Legion. Mike has coached at many age levels ranging from 8-19 years old. Mike will be the head coach of a Braves 12U team this spring as well as assisting at other age levels.

Jarrod Marchesi has been coaching and instructing since 2011 and has been with the Braves since 2020. Jarrod’s focus is on the development of every player including physical, mental, and emotional skills.

Jarrod comes to the Braves after a successful 4-year career at Bentley University ending in 2009 with 2nd Team Conference Honors in 2008. Jarrod currently stands as a Top 5 career leader in Wins, Saves, ERA, Innings Pitched, Winning Pct., and Games Pitched.