OUR COACHING STAFF

We believe that with the right training and mentoring, any athlete can maximize their innate talents.

Coaches

Andy Pohl - Program Director

Andy Pohl is an athletic director, youth athletics administrator, and baseball coaching consultant with a diverse background spanning public and private education, nonprofit organizations, travel sports, and community recreation programs. Throughout his career, he has focused on building high-quality athletic experiences that help young people develop academically, athletically, and socially. His work focuses on building effective programs, developing strong organizational cultures, and creating meaningful opportunities for youth success.

With extensive experience in program administration and operations standardization, Andy has successfully led initiatives that strengthen organizations and improve outcomes for participants, families, and stakeholders. His ability to connect strategic planning with day-to-day execution has allowed him to support sustainable growth and create positive environments for youth development.

Andy’s leadership is complemented by more than 20 years of high school coaching experience, primarily in baseball. As a coach and mentor, he has worked to develop student-athletes both on and off the field, emphasizing character, accountability, teamwork, and personal growth.

Phil Turner - DNA Travel Baseball & Softball Coordinator

Phil Turner has been a dedicated leader, mentor, and advocate for youth baseball for more than 35 years. His lifelong commitment to the game extends far beyond the diamond, touching the lives of countless young athletes and families throughout the community.

As a longtime summer league baseball coach, travel baseball program coordinator, and Shaker Youth Baseball Board Member, Phil has devoted decades to creating opportunities for players to develop their skills, build confidence, and learn the values of teamwork, sportsmanship, and perseverance. His leadership has helped shape successful programs that not only teach the fundamentals of baseball but also foster character, discipline, and a love for the game.

Phil's passion for community-based baseball has been the driving force behind his work. He has tirelessly volunteered his time and expertise to strengthen local programs, support families, and ensure that young players have access to meaningful athletic experiences.

Victoria Rosen - Director of Softball

Victoria Rosen serves as the Head Softball Coach at Shaker Heights High School, where she has played a key role in revitalizing the program and building a culture of excellence, accountability, and growth. Her leadership was recognized in 2025 when she was named Conference Coach of the Year after guiding the team through a remarkable turnaround.

A proud graduate of the Shaker Schools, Coach Rosen starred on the softball field as a student-athlete before continuing her education at Northwestern University. Following college, she returned home to Shaker Heights, where she now teaches and coaches, giving back to the community that helped shape her.

Coach Rosen is thrilled to be part of the DNA Program and is deeply committed to supporting the development of female athletes both on and off the field. She believes that athletic success is built on strong fundamentals, consistent effort, and character. Passionate about doing things the right way, Coach Rosen strives to help young women develop not only their skills and confidence, but also the habits and values that will serve them throughout their lives.

Kala Mahen - Softball Pitching Coach

Kala Mahen is a former collegiate pitcher and four-year starter at Allegheny College with more than a decade of coaching experience developing softball pitchers of all skill levels. An All-State pitcher in high school, she helped lead her team to the first regional championship in program history before continuing her playing career at the collegiate level.

Kala has worked with athletes ranging from beginners learning the fundamentals of pitching to advanced players preparing for high school, travel ball, and collegiate competition. Several pitchers she has trained have gone on to compete at the NCAA Division I level.

Her instruction emphasizes efficient mechanics, increased velocity, pitch movement, command, and consistency while also helping athletes build mental confidence and develop a deeper understanding of the art of pitching. Recognizing that every player learns differently, Kala tailors each lesson to the individual athlete's strengths, goals, and learning style to maximize development.

Whether an athlete is working toward throwing their first strike, earning a spot in the starting rotation, or pursuing the opportunity to compete at the collegiate level, Kala is committed to helping every pitcher become more confident, fundamentally sound, and competitive in the circle.

Dave Rosene - Chief Baseball Advisor

Dave Rosene has achieved and maintained a proficiency as an athletic specialist for over 25 years by his ability to apply various teaching and coaching methods to athletes according to their skill level and body type, identifying and correcting errors in skill technique, and effectively communicating fundamental and advanced philosophies to athletes with disparate backgrounds and personalities to produce their best performances in game settings while stressing team play.

His emphasis on skill work has succeeded at a high level, developing several professional players, multiple college athletes, and three high school players of the year in baseball.

Dave has won Baseball Coach of the Year honors in 1994 from the Chicago Catholic League and in 2004 in District B from the Indiana High School Baseball Coaches Association. In 2008 he was named Outstanding Baseball Coach of the Year by the Chicago Public League. In 2009 the Illinois High School Baseball Coaches Association named Dave the Class 3A Baseball Coach of the Year. As Head Coach of Jones College Prep (Chicago), Dave led his team to the 2011 IHSA 3A supersectionals for the third time in four years and was named the 2011 Chicago Public League Coach of the Year. In July 2011, he was named to the IHSA Baseball Advisory Committee. Currently Dave is the Chairman of the Chicago Public League Baseball Coaches Committee.