meet the team
Building Relationships
That Go Beyond The Game
Building a great program takes a great team. Our coaches, leaders, and support staff bring different skills and experiences together with one shared goal: helping athletes reach their potential.
OUR LEADERS
FOUNDERS & LEADERSHIP
Blake Trahan
FOUNDER
Director of Baseball Operations & Player/Coach Development
HUMAN BIOMECHANICS SPECIALIST LEVEL 1 PRACTITIONER
OWNER, THE U FACILITY
Coach Blake Trahan is a former professional baseball player, Owner of The U Development and The U Facility, and current Head Baseball Coach at Lacassine High School. A Kinder High School graduate, Blake became a 3-time All-American at Louisiana and represented Collegiate Team USA before being selected in the 3rd Round of the 2015 MLB Draft by the Cincinnati Reds.
During his six-year professional career, Blake earned a Rawlings Gold Glove Award, made his MLB debut, and was later inducted into the Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns Baseball Hall of Fame. Today, he combines his experience as a professional athlete, coach, and Human Biomechanics Specialist Level 1 Practitioner to help athletes improve performance, movement efficiency, and long-term development both on and off the field.
Neggeste Trahan
co-FOUNDER
Operations Director
OWNER, THE U FACILITY
Neggeste Trahan is the Co-Founder and Operations Director of Vector United Athletics and the Owner of The U Facility. With a background in the military and Business Administration, she brings leadership, organization, and strategic vision to the growth of both organizations.
Passionate about creating opportunities for athletes and families, Neggeste oversees operations, administration, and organizational development while helping maintain an environment built on professionalism, discipline, and purpose. As a dedicated entrepreneur and mother of three, she is committed to building programs that positively impact the next generation both on and off the field.
SOFTBALL DIVISION
COACHING STAFF
Casidy Chaumont
Director of softball
Coach Casidy Chaumont, a native of Moss Bluff, Louisiana, built an accomplished collegiate and professional softball career while earning recognition as one of the nation's premier defensive players. She competed at both the University of Louisiana and the University of Missouri, where she earned numerous accolades, including the 2022 Rawlings Gold Glove Award, two SEC All-Defensive Team selections, and Second Team All-SEC honors.
Following her collegiate career, Casidy was selected 12th overall in the 2022 Women’s Professional Fastpitch Draft and went on to play professionally with the USSSA Pride. Her playing career also took her internationally, competing in New Zealand and Germany, where she finished as the league's home run leader. She later served as the Director of Player Development for McNeese Softball, further expanding her experience in athlete development and mentorship.
Today, Casidy is passionate about helping the next generation of student-athletes reach their potential. Drawing from her experiences as a Division I athlete, professional player, and development coach, she is committed to building confidence, improving performance, and helping athletes grow both on and off the field.
Ryan Martin
Head Softball Coach
Coach Ryan Martin was raised in Sulphur, Louisiana, where sports played a major role in shaping his life. Growing up, he competed in football, baseball, and boxing, developing the discipline, teamwork, and perseverance that continue to guide him today.
His passion for coaching was reignited when his daughter fell in love with softball. For the past five years, Ryan and his wife have dedicated themselves to helping young athletes develop their skills, confidence, character, and love for the game.
Above all, Ryan is motivated by his family and strives to be a positive role model for his girls and the athletes he coaches. Through sports and mentorship, he is committed to making a lasting impact on the next generation both on and off the field.
Jason Miller
Head Softball Coach
Coach Jason Miller brings over seven years of youth coaching experience across baseball, softball, and football, working with athletes from 5U to 11U, including four years as a head coach. A three-sport athlete in high school, Jason was a four-year starter in both baseball and football before continuing his football career at McNeese State University as a three-year starter.
Throughout his athletic career, Jason earned numerous honors, including two All-State selections in football, the 2001 Louisiana Mr. Football award, All-State recognition in baseball, and multiple state championships in discus and javelin. Today, he is passionate about helping young athletes develop confidence, discipline, and a strong foundation both on and off the field.
Mary Wicke
Hitting Coach/Assistant Softball Coach
Coach Mary Wicke brings a strong combination of athletic achievement, academic excellence, and a passion for player development. A standout softball player at Bell City High School, she earned recognition as a two-time All-State Utility Player, three-time All-District Third Baseman, and District MVP. She continued her softball career at Baton Rouge Community College, helping lead the program to some of the most successful seasons in school history, including its deepest conference tournament run. During her collegiate career, she was named to the All-Region Team and earned State Academic Team honors for two consecutive years.
As a coach, Mary specializes in offensive development and utilizes the Reactive Swing Process to help athletes make better decisions at the plate. Her approach emphasizes building confidence, developing a competitive mindset, and creating a clear offensive plan for success. She is passionate about empowering athletes to trust themselves, compete with confidence, and reach their full potential both on and off the field.
Maegan Coker
Assistant Softball Coach
Coach Maegan Coker brings a rich history of softball excellence and a deep passion for player development to the Vector organization.
A proud alumna of Glenmora High School, Maegan built an impressive varsity softball career from 2004 through 2009. Known as "Speedy," she was an elite slapper who maintained a remarkable .815 batting average and earned First-Team All-District honors every year of her career, along with Louisiana Sports Writers Association (LSWA) Class B All-State recognition.
Coach Coker has spent the past four years coaching youth softball and is now leading the Vector 9U team. She focuses on strong fundamentals, situational game strategy, and building a competitive team culture while helping athletes develop confidence and a love for the game.
Off the field, Maegan has been married to her husband, Ryan Martin, for 11 years and is the proud mother of two children.
"When talent takes a day off, hard work shows up and wins the game."
BASEBALL DIVISION
COACHING STAFF
Brooks Morse
Head Baseball Coach
Coach Brooks Morse enters his fifth year of coaching youth baseball with a passion for developing young players both on and off the field. His love for the game began at an early age, spending countless hours at the ballpark watching his dad coach and later having the opportunity to play for him in tournament baseball. As a member of Team Action, Coach Brooks and his teammates achieved one of the highest honors in youth baseball by winning a World Series championship.
A former four-year high school baseball player, Coach Brooks continued his baseball career at Southeastern Louisiana University, where he competed at the Division I level. Those experiences helped shape his understanding of the game and the importance of hard work, discipline, and teamwork.
As a coach, Brooks believes that the lessons learned through sports—accountability, perseverance, and being a great teammate—extend far beyond the diamond. He is honored to help lead the next generation of ballplayers and strives to make a lasting impact on each athlete he coaches, just as his own coaches and dad did for him.
Quade Pitts
Head Baseball Coach
Coach Quade Pitts was a 5-year starter at Fairview High School, starting as a DH in his 8th grade year before moving behind the plate to play catcher for his freshman and sophomore seasons.
During his junior and senior years, he split time as both a pitcher and a catcher, ultimately earning First-Team All-State honors as a pitcher and being named District MVP during his senior season.
He has been coaching youth baseball for about 6 years. He loves being around the game and is passionate about giving back to the kids by sharing the knowledge and love for the sport that was taught to him.
Jeremy Deville
Assistant Baseball Coach
Coach Jeremy Deville has served as the Head Baseball Coach at South Beauregard High School since 2012, building one of the state's most successful baseball programs. During his tenure, he has compiled an impressive 381-118 record, leading the Knights to Louisiana State Championships in 2017 and 2024, while also finishing as State Runner-Up in 2016 and 2019.
A respected leader and mentor, Coach Deville is committed to developing student-athletes both on and off the field through discipline, accountability, and a strong competitive culture. His passion for the game and dedication to player development have earned him a reputation as one of Louisiana's premier high school baseball coaches.
Brent Dowies
Assistant Baseball Coach
Coach Brent Dowies is a proud graduate of Fairview High School, where he was a dedicated student-athlete and played baseball for the Fairview Panthers from his youth through his high school career. He continued his education at McNeese State University, earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Health and Human Performance (K–12).
Brent's passion for the game extends beyond his own playing career. Since 2011, he has been actively involved in coaching youth baseball, helping develop young athletes, and instilling the values of teamwork, discipline, and sportsmanship.
In 2012, Brent joined the Fairview High School baseball coaching staff. As an assistant coach, he helped lead the Panthers to the Louisiana Class B State Championship in 2014 and a State Runner-Up finish in 2015.
In 2016, Brent was named Head Baseball Coach at Fairview High School. In his first season as head coach, he guided the Panthers to the Louisiana Class B State Championship, earning him the Louisiana Class B Head Coach of the Year award.
PITCHING DIVISION
COACHING STAFF
Justin Schrader
Director of PITCHING
Coach Justin Schrader is originally from Broussard, Louisiana, and brings a diverse background in baseball, performance training, and athlete development. A 5A All-District Utility Player at Comeaux High School (Class of 2019), he went on to play six years of collegiate baseball across the JUCO, Division I, and Division II levels.
Justin holds a Bachelor's Degree in Exercise Science with a minor in Biomechanics and Physiology, providing a strong foundation in human performance and athletic development. With more than five years of coaching experience in performance training and athlete development, he has helped develop and mentor 10+ athletes who have advanced to collegiate baseball programs.
In addition to serving as an Assistant Coach at Western Texas College, Justin is passionate about helping athletes bridge the gap between knowledge and performance through movement, discipline, and mindset.
ORGANIZATIONAL LEADERSHIP
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Blake Trahan
Neggeste Trahan
Joni Wilkinson
Kristel Florendo
BEHIND THE SCENES
SUPPORT TEAM
Kristel Florendo
Executive Assistant & Operations Support Specialist
Jhona de Belen
Administrative & Technical Support
Ma. Bernadette Dupaya
Financial & Operations Support
Estefania Santacoloma
Social Media Marketing Specialist
SUPPORT THE NEXT GENERATION
Invest in the Next Generation
In an era where travel ball can often lose sight of true development, Vector United Athletics exists to reset the standard. We believe youth sports should not be rushed, over-saturated, or misaligned with long-term athlete health.
Instead, we are committed to doing travel ball the right way: placing emphasis on development over ego, process over shortcuts, and education over chaos.
Ultimately, Vector United Athletics is more than a program. It is a system built to guide athletes through every stage of their journey with intention. We are here to raise the standard, challenge the norm, and create an environment where athletes can grow into the strongest, healthiest, and most disciplined version of themselves.
