Travel Ball Teams and Private Baseball Coaching with our pro coaches at Apex Athletics
Katie Rohrer, Emil Garcia, and Gabe Gelsman
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Meet Our Leadership Team
At Apex Athletics, we are proud to be led by a passionate, knowledgeable, and experienced team of coaches who embody the values of development, discipline, and dedication. Our directors bring a unique blend of professional experience, coaching excellence, and community connection to every athlete they mentor.
Katie Rohrer – Softball Program Director
Katie Rohrer is a dynamic force in youth softball with a strong background in both competitive play and high-level college coaching. With experience as a collegiate athlete and leader of travel ball teams, Katie has a track record of developing strong female athletes and building team culture. Her leadership style blends discipline, positivity, and empowerment, making her a role model for young players and a driving force behind Apex’s growing softball program.
• 4-Year Collegiate Softball Player – San Francisco State University
• 6+ Seasons of Travel Ball Coaching (10U–18U)
• Former Assistant Coach – Sonoma State University (Regional Playoff Appearance)
• 3.5+ Years Private Training: Hitting, Defense, Throwing, Catching, Mental Training, Speed & Agility
• Passionate about building strong, confident athletes on and off the field
Coach Janaea Mason – Softball 10U Head Coach
• Former collegiate player at Santa Rosa JC & CSU San Marcos
• Head coach for Bownet 12U (2017–2019) and Mercado-Banister 14U (2019–2020)
• 3x All-North Bay League First Team
• 2016 Gold Glove Award | 2017 Team Defensive Player of the Year
• Led her high school team to back-to-back league titles
Coach Tyanna “T” Austin – Softball 12U Head Coach
• 4-Year College Softball Athlete
• 3x All-American | 4x First Team Selection
• 2x Player of the Year
• Former Analy High Varsity Coach
• Committed, competitive, and fully focused on team development
Gabe Gelsman - Baseball Head Coach and Lead Trainer
A lifelong student, fan, and player of the game, Coach Gabe Gelsman brings a fresh, high-energy perspective to Apex Athletics. A four-year varsity player and team captain at Sonoma Academy, Gabe’s leadership on the field quickly evolved into a passion for mentorship and development.
While studying at Coastal Carolina University—home of the 2025 College World Series runner-ups—Gabe immersed himself in the game beyond the lines. He gained hands-on experience in broadcast production, sports marketing, field operations, and film analysis. He also coached competitive travel ball teams and served as a tournament official at The Ripken Experience, one of the nation’s premier youth baseball destinations.
Now back in Sonoma County, Gabe is dedicated to helping young athletes sharpen their skills, build confidence, and develop a lifelong love for the game. For those looking to practice, our batting cages in Santa Rosa offer the perfect environment for training.
