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Russell Martin

2007 and 2008 NL All-Star

NL Gold Glove Winner

NL Sliver Slugger Winner

"Coach Johnson puts the well-being of his players before his own well-being. Coach Johnson also puts the extra-time in, both on and off the field with his players to see his kids become successful. I've had many coaches in my professional career so far, and Coach Johnson is the one I respect the most both professional and personally, because of his perseverance through both easy and difficult situations and the perseverance translated to me and also many of the players that played with me here at Chipola. Coach Johnson helped those guys and myself become successful at whatever our profession is."
"I grew up here at Chipola more than any other time in my life. I came to Chipola a boy and now consider myself a man ready to take on any adverse situation." "Not only did I improve my skills as a baseball player, I became a player with much confidence and more character as my time went on here at Chipola"
"Hard work here at Chipola has translated into my pro career, by making the long season feel easier to take on because of Coach Johnson's everlasting drive to get the most out of us as players and people."

Jose Bautista

Starting Third Baseman

Pittsburgh Pirates

"Coach Johnson has and still has a great impact in my life. It began from the time I arrived in Marianna, Florida, at age 18 and continues today as I play for the Pirates in the Major Leagues. His contributions to my development and growth as a player and as a person have been so great that I consider him the individual that has had the greatest influence in me (after my parents). He has such a contagious love and passion for the game that, as a player, you can't help but to learn the game as much as he does. Having him as my coach, I learned how to play the game and respect it, but also how to play it the right way: The Winning Way. He also taught me about discipline and dedication and how to use them on and off the field so I can also become a better citizen and contributor to society. What impressed me the most while I played for him was his 'uncanny' ability to win baseball games. He knows how to run a baseball program period. From scouting and recruiting players to making sure his students go to study hall and keep their grades 'up', he is a true Baseball Coach. Through hard work and with perseverance he can turn a group of guys into a winning ballclub. He knows the game in-and-out and is a great observator. To this day, when I'm struggling at the plate, I call him and ask him to watch my 'at-bats' to see what needs to be fixed."

Russell Martin - Los Angeles Dodgers

2007 & 2008 National League All-Star

2007 National League Gold Glove Winner

2007 Sliver Slugger Award Winner

Chipola Athletics Academics Athletic Director President Facilities Head Coaches Sports Medicine Marianna Area Brian Clausen #4 __________________ Russell Martin 2007 and 2008 NL All-Star NL Gold Glove Winner NL Sliver Slugger Winner "Coach Johnson puts the well-being of his players before his own well-being. Coach Johnson also puts the extra-time in, both on and off the field with his players to see his kids become successful. I've had many coaches in my professional career so far, and Coach Johnson is the one I respect the most both professional and personally, because of his perseverance through both easy and difficult situations and the perseverance translated to me and also many of the players that played with me here at Chipola. Coach Johnson helped those guys and myself become successful at whatever our profession is." "I grew up here at Chipola more than any other time in my life. I came to Chipola a boy and now consider myself a man ready to take on any adverse situation." "Not only did I improve my skills as a baseball player, I became a player with much confidence and more character as my time went on here at Chipola" "Hard work here at Chipola has translated into my pro career, by making the long season feel easier to take on because of Coach Johnson's everlasting drive to get the most out of us as players and people." Links Baseball America Perfect Game Major League Baseball Minor League Baseball JUCO World Series NJCAA NCAA Team One Baseball The Weather Channel
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			Jose Bautista Starting Third Baseman Pittsburgh Pirates "Coach Johnson has and still has a great impact in my life. It began from the time I arrived in Marianna, Florida, at age 18 and continues today as I play for the Pirates in the Major Leagues. His contributions to my development and growth as a player and as a person have been so great that I consider him the individual that has had the greatest influence in me (after my parents). He has such a contagious love and passion for the game that, as a player, you can't help but to learn the game as much as he does. Having him as my coach, I learned how to play the game and respect it, but also how to play it the right way: The Winning Way. He also taught me about discipline and dedication and how to use them on and off the field so I can also become a better citizen and contributor to society. What impressed me the most while I played for him was his 'uncanny' ability to win baseball games. He knows how to run a baseball program period. From scouting and recruiting players to making sure his students go to study hall and keep their grades 'up', he is a true Baseball Coach. Through hard work and with perseverance he can turn a group of guys into a winning ballclub. He knows the game in-and-out and is a great observator. To this day, when I'm struggling at the plate, I call him and ask him to watch my 'at-bats' to see what needs to be fixed." *Head Coach:* Jeff Johnson Assistant Baseball Coaches: Brent Shelton
	Former Chipola Players currently in Major League Baseball
	Russell Martin - Los Angeles Dodgers 2007 & 2008 National League All-Star 2007 National League Gold Glove Winner 2007 Sliver Slugger Award Winner
	Adam Loewen - Baltimore Orioles	Jose Bautista - Pittsburgh Pirates

	Minor League Baseball Barrett Browning - Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim A Midwest League Post-Season All-Star Alan Horne - New York Yankees AA Eastern League Mid-Season and Post-Season All-Star Eastern League Pitcher of the Year Darren Ford - Milwaukee Brewers A South Atlantic League Mid-Season All-Star Cole Armstrong - Chicago White Sox A Carolina League Mid-Season All-Star Mat Gamel - Milwaukee Brewers A Florida State League Post-Season All-Star Topps Florida State League Player of the Month (July) Tyler Flowers - Atlanta Braves South Atlantic League Player of the Year Rene Tosoni - Minnesota Twins R Appalachian League Post-Season All-Star