East Coast Tide

East Coast Tide

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Tryout Dates

(Only need to attend one tryout)

Class of 2031 ONLY

October 30th, 2026

THE ANNEX

100 Passaic Ave, Chatham Township, NJ 07928

Check-in: 6:30-7:00PM

Tryout: 7:00PM-9:00PM

November 7th, 2026

Oratory Prep High School

425 Morris Ave, Summit, NJ 07901

Check-in: 9:30-10:00

Tryout: 10:00am-1:00 PM

November 8th, 2026

Oratory Prep High School

425 Morris Ave, Summit, NJ 07901

Check-in: 9:30-10:00

Tryout: 10:00am-1:00PM

Additional Details

  • Tryout is only for Class of 2031

  • Bring Helmet, Glove, Molded Cleats (field is turf), Bat, and Water

  • Please come dressed with appropiate baseball attire - shirt tucked into pants with belt

  • Tryouts are FREE

Meet the Team

Mickey Brueckner

Mickey Brueckner is the founder and owner of The Annex, one of the area's premier athletic performance facilities. Through years of coaching and athlete development, Mickey has helped train and develop elite athletes, including Cy Young Award winners, MLB All-Stars, MLB Draft Picks, top college prospects, and many of the area’s best high school players.

His proven approach to strength, speed, and performance training has helped athletes maximize their potential and build the foundation needed to compete at the highest levels.

Matthew de la Rosa

Matthew de la Rosa is the owner and founder of NJ Healthy Heat (Now East Coast Tide). A former professional baseball player, Matthew was drafted by the Baltimore Orioles and brings firsthand experience from the professional level into every aspect of his coaching. He has worked with athletes of all ages, helping them maximize their potential through intentional coaching, accountability, and individualized development. His philosophy centers on building complete baseball players through elite instruction, measurable progress, and a commitment to long-term development. Matthew's mission is to help athletes reach their full potential while developing the discipline, confidence, and character that extend far beyond the game.

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