George Zirkel
George Zirkel
Director of Pitching and Associate Director of Operations
George started as the Director of Pitching and Associate Director of Operations in December 2022. Prior to On Deck, George was the Director of Pitching at Ascent Athlete for nearly 4 years where he coached hundreds of pitchers including MLB, MiLB, college, high school, and youth pitchers. He also created an internship program in which aspiring coaches received educational training and gained hands-on experience working with athletes.
George has spent years coordinating throwing plans with strength and conditioning coaches and physical therapists to ensure his pitchers are getting the best care possible.
In 2022, George completed his Master of Arts in Motor Learning and Control from Columbia University. In 2017, he completed his Bachelor of Arts in Economics from Susquehanna University.
George played collegiately at Susquehanna University.