Meet the coaches
JARA Baseball Academy Gamecocks is an elite, family-run youth baseball academy in Southern California focused on developing complete athletes through competitive travel baseball. We provide a structured, high-level training environment where players learn the fundamentals of baseball, advanced skill development, and the values that translate beyond the field.
Our program emphasizes leadership, teamwork, discipline, and sportsmanship, while preparing athletes to compete at a high level. While winning is an important goal, long-term player development and character building always come first. We are committed to helping each player reach their full potential without sacrificing integrity, effort, or respect for the game.
Ready to take the next step?
Player evaluations are now open for our Southern California travel baseball teams. Spots are limited.
Schedule an evaluation today and become part of the JARA Baseball Academy Gamecocks.
Julio Jara (Program Director)
20 + years coaching experience
High School varsity head coach 2021- current
JBA GAMECOCKS ACADEMY 2008-CURRENT
GG PONY (PLAYER AGENT/VP)
2003-2008
SANTANA ANA HS 1992-1996
ANTHONY CHAVEZ (MENTOR / MENTALITY COACH )
Fern Jara (Infield Coach)
Infield Instructor
Travel Baseball
Westminster Highschool Varsity | 4 Years
Riverside City College | 1 Year
Lead infield instructor for JBA | 5 Years
Jurupa Valley High School JV Coach | 1 Year
Jurupa Valley High School Varsity Coach | 1 Year
La Sierra High School Varsity ( 2 Years )
Private Instructor | Corona , Ca
Justin Magz (Pitching Coach)
20 years of playing experience NCAA and NAIA
University of Hawaii at Hilo
Simpson University
South Hills Alumni | Class of 2019
Pitching Coach for JBA Gamecocks ( 2022- Present )
Nest (Media Director)
Owner of NestBaseball
Over 1M lifetime views
7+ years photography + videography
Filmed for Over 50+ baseball programs and organizations | Travel | Collegiate | Major League
Has filmed for several pro athletes and prospects
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