Toby McFarland Baseball & Softball Academy

02/03/2026

Spring Training Academy at The Lab begins March 16.

All skill levels are welcome. This program is designed for players who want to continue their baseball careers beyond high school, as well as those looking to build strong fundamental skills to be more confident and effective for their Little League teams this season. Players will receive quality instruction in a structured, supportive environment focused on proper mechanics, effort, and accountability.

Pitching instruction will include mechanical development, field coverage and pickoff moves, age-appropriate pitch development, pitch sequencing, and developing velocity through efficient use of the kinetic chain.

Defensive training will focus on proper mechanics, footwork, throwing action, and situational positioning.

Hitting instruction will cover swing mechanics, approach at the plate, and bunting, with an emphasis on developing bat speed through efficient use of the kinetic chain.

All sessions will be video recorded and shared with families to support at-home drills and provide insight into what each player is learning.

📞 Please call 231-622-3634 to book your spot.
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07/19/2025

Love Northern Michigan Baseball! 👊🏼🇺🇸

Great day to celebrate Temple Ball Field!
12U Northern Michigan Patriots took 2 from the Ogemaw Orioles. Thank you Denny Hewitt and everyone involved for hosting the boys today, and doing such an amazing job bringing the ball park back to life. 👊🏼🇺🇸

06/03/2025

03/10/2025

Do you want it? Go get it!

01/15/2025

$65.00 a month membership option available.
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01/13/2025

BASEBALL-SOFTBALL-LITTLE LEAGUE ORGANIZATIONS-SOCCER
A few spots left for off season team practices.
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01/10/2025

Thank you Darin Philport with Fusion Digital for doing such an amazing job over the years with my website. You are always spot on and always “Working when they’re not working”. If you are looking for a website I’d trust no other than Fusion Digital, Stay local 👊🏼

The TM Academy is dedicated to helping children, teens, and young adults excel in baseball and softball. Led by Toby McFarland, a passionate coach with years

01/10/2025

Cage memberships and Team facility rentals are now available for your Baseball, Softball, Soccer, and Football teams.
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12/20/2024

Congratulations Ryan!! Over the past 7 years I’ve watched you spend more time at The Lab than anyone. You are a true representative of the phrase “Work when they’re not working”. I’ve watched you pass up so many players just by out working them. I still laugh when I think of you trying to learn to throw a curveball, or your crazy long swing. Or how about you loosing your mind in frustration that one night 6 years ago when you were struggling in the cage. I’m most impressed with how you put the extra time into your academics in order to make this dream come true. You have grown in every way possible during this part of your journey. You have EARNED this buddy 👊🏼🇺🇸

Ryan Pearl, CMHS senior, recently signed a National Letter of Intent to attend Point Park University (Pittsburgh, PA) beginning in Fall 2025 to continue his education while also competing at the NCAA Division II level as a member of the Pioneers baseball team.

Congratulations, Ryan!

05/16/2024

10 week Summer Academy begins the week of June 10th at The Lab! Individual and group sessions are available. If you would like to put the time and effort into your game, please visit tobymcfarland.com for more details, or call 231-622-3634 to set up a meet and greet with one of our coaches.
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Baseball and softball academies located in downtown Petoskey. Individual and group lessons available. Open to all ages. Programs offered year round. We are located above Center City Gym.

09/13/2023

Congratulations Sophomore Jack Paquette on hitting his February 2024 goal of 80mph in September of 2023!! Jack has added 7 mph to his fastball in less than 4 months!! Really proud of your work ethic Jack.
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