Cal Tinsley MA CSCS SCCC

Collegiate Experience

Home grown in Tuscaloosa, AL, it was a dream come true to play baseball at The University of Alabama! I was blessed enough to be a 2-year letter winner at Bama, then I stayed at the capstone for 3 more years as an assistant strength coach. It was then, that I was able to obtain my master degree in Human Performance, get certified by both "gold standards" in S&C, and work with every sport at Alabama in the area of strength training.

Professional Career

After my tenure at Alabama, I worked as a strength coach with the Atlanta Braves for two seasons. With the Braves, I was able to 1) brush up on my Spanish 2) be in front office meetings and better understand what presidents, general managers, and coaches were looking for in a player 3) realize that 3-7 hour bus trips were the norm in pro ball... and I wasn't about that life.

Current

After working with the Braves, I landed a job at Champion Sports Medicine here in Birmingham, AL. As the Director of Athletic Performance (sports training), I developed relationships with some of the best therapists in the country, and world renowned doctors at Andrews Sports Medicine. These relationships combined with our current professional athletes ($20+ million contracts in 2020 alone) have put Tinsley Performance on the map as one of the premier facilities in the US!

Email: Cal@Tinsleyperformance.com

Thomas Lowery

Director of Pitching Development

Hometown

Thomas was born and raised in Pelham, Alabama where he was a standout pitcher for the Pelham Panthers and continued his athletic and academic career at the collegiate level.

Collegiate Career

After high school, Thomas went on to play for UAB where he finished top five in all 5 major pitching categories. (Strikeouts, ERA, appearances, saves, and WINS). Thomas was picked up by the Houston Astros as an un-drafted free agent in 2017.

After his playing career, Thomas went on to work with Lawson State Community College as an Assistant Coach. In 2020 he moved on to Jacksonville State where he was a volunteer assistant for the Gamecocks and started diving into the metrics of pitching mechanics during his stint as their bullpen coach.

Then he landed the volunteer assistant coaching job at UAB where he served as the catching and bullpen coach for the Blazers in 2021. Lowery went back to Lawson State as the pitching coach for the Cougars and landed the HEAD COACH Position the following year.

** During his time as Pitching Director and Head Coach for Lawson State Community College, he saw 15 athletes develop into 4 year players at the next level, broke school records for WINS, BATTING AVERAGE, HOME RUNS, DOUBLES, STOLEN BASES, AND CONFERENCE WINS! **

We are so excited to have Coach Thomas Lowery on our team here at Tinsley Performance and can't wait to see the pitching side of our athlete development explode with him at the lead!

Thomas' "Why"

"After being a part of multiple programs across different levels of college baseball, I found that what I enjoyed the most about coaching was the personal development of the player. With Tinsley Performance, I am now able to dedicate my time to serve others and help them maximize their performance through their development."

Email: Thomas@tinsleyperformance.com

Jared McCurdy

Associate Director of Athlete Performance

Hometown

Jared was born and raised in Pinson, Alabama. He was a 2 sport athlete at Pinson Valley High School and graduated in 2013 after playing football and baseball during his 4 years. Jared loves spending down time hunting deer, turkey, and bear in Kentucky; hanging with friends, and his girlfriend Rachel.

Collegiate Career

After high school, Jared went on to play college baseball at Calhoun Community College where he was a catcher for the War Hawks! After his baseball career, Jared went on to finish his undergraduate degree in Kinesiology at The University of Alabama at Birmingham. During his last two semesters he interned with Tinsley Performance, and we couldn't afford to see him go! So after a one year internship, Jared became the first full-time employee at Tinsley Performance in the Spring of 2019.

Jared's "Why"

"I grew playing sports my whole life so I have always had a passion for that and helping people. After 2 years at CCC I took a year off from school to figure out my "WHY". I always knew I wanted to be in a field where I could help people, as well as being active in the sports field, so I decided to put the two together and pursue a career in the field of strength and conditioning. I did my internship with Cal at Tinsley Performance and knew this was where I was meant to be. I have found my "WHY" and thats being able to invest in each athlete that walks through the door of Tinsley Performance. To me there is no better feeling than seeing an athlete come in as a shy uncertain kid and develop into a self-confident young man or woman. That's what fires me up!"

Email: Jared@tinsleyperformance.com

Zack Taylor

Associate Director of Athlete Performance

Hometown

Zack was born and raised in Montgomery, Alabama. He recently graduated from AUM, and joined the TP team in the fall of 2021 after his summer internship with us!

Collegiate Career

After high school, Zack went on to play 3 years of Junior College Baseball as a catcher and pitcher at Lawson State/Central Alabama CC. He then finished up his collegiate career at AUM.

Zack's "Why"

"I am in this field because I feel the Lord himself guided me here to be involved in the next generation of athletes. I have been around a gym/field/court my entire life being the son of a former coach. Since the summer of my freshman year in college I have been helping athlete’s train from the ages of 7-18. I feel that the Big Man Upstairs put me in this role to share my experience in high school and college sports to help the next group of athletes make the best decision for themselves. Be there to give them guidance if needed into making the best decision that is right for them in all aspects of life. This role has made me realize that you are more than just a coach, you are a leader, friend, brother, motivator, and whatever else an athlete might need you for! That is what fires me up every morning to come into work because I get to be around people that are motivated to become a better version of themself everyday! If you are training in an environment and do not get those vibes everyday, then you are not here with us at Tinsley Performance! That just means I will see you here in the future… Let’s Get It!!"

Email: Zack@tinsleyperformance.com

PROFESSIONAL Testimonials

Kendall Graveman (MLB)

---- 8 year veteran in the MLB ----

"Cal Tinsley has positively impacted and influenced my career greater than anyone else since I started living in Birmingham during the off-seasons. Cal has an understanding of the body, and is able to motivate me mentally in ways that very few people can. As I approach my 'seventh big league season', I understand that Cal has helped me reach this part of my career, and will continue to push me to be better in the future." #BigLegsBigPaycheck

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Trey Mullinax (PGA)

Kendall Graveman (MLB)

-- 2022 Barbasol Champion --

"Since my college days at Alabama, Cal Tinsley has influenced me and pushed me to be a better player and person. His drive in the weight room to push me to be a Godly man has influenced my career. When I graduated college and moved to Birmingham, having someone to motivate me and keep me working hard was a huge thing for me. Cal was that man to always keep me striving to push myself. I can say when I step up to the tee on Thursday, I am ready physically and mentally to play my best golf."

#getyomindright

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Garrett Whitlock (MLB)

Kendall Graveman (MLB)

Garrett Whitlock (MLB)

--- Top 5 Reliever in his Rookie Season ---

Garrett has been with us for the past 2 off-seasons and has developed into one of the best power arms in the MLB! He hit the scene in 2021 after the Red Sox picked him up in the Rule 5 Draft from the Yankees. He helped the Red Sox go deep into the playoffs in 2021 which ended in the ALCS after th

--- Top 5 Reliever in his Rookie Season ---

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Why we do what we do

Physical Training

Spiritual Training

Physical Training

As your strength and conditioning coach, I take pride your physical goals. We will analyze where you are currently, and design a strategic plan to get you to meet and surpass your desired goals. We will push the limits of your body in order to take you to the next level of performance on or off the field of play!

Mental Training

Spiritual Training

Physical Training

"There is no substitute for hard work"

This is a slogan we live by and will continue to instill in every athlete that walks through our doors. Through physical training we will open up areas of the mind that will shape, mold, and uplift into the championship caliber athlete that you are!

Spiritual Training

If we train every athlete's body and mind, but fail to train the spirit, we have accomplished nothing!

Every athlete will know beyond a shadow of a doubt that the staff and I love each and every one of you, and we plan to make an everlasting impact in your life.

Cal Tinsley MA CSCS SCCC

Collegiate Experience

Professional Career

Current

Thomas Lowery

Director of Pitching Development

Hometown

Collegiate Career

Thomas' "Why"

Jared McCurdy

Associate Director of Athlete Performance

Hometown

Collegiate Career

Jared's "Why"

Zack Taylor

Associate Director of Athlete Performance

Hometown

Collegiate Career

Zack's "Why"

12 team contracts 30+ Professional athletes 80+ collegiate athletes 500+ Scholastic athletes

PROFESSIONAL Testimonials

Kendall Graveman (MLB)

Kendall Graveman (MLB)

Kendall Graveman (MLB)

Trey Mullinax (PGA)

Kendall Graveman (MLB)

Kendall Graveman (MLB)

Garrett Whitlock (MLB)

Kendall Graveman (MLB)

Garrett Whitlock (MLB)

Why we do what we do

Physical Training

Spiritual Training

Physical Training

Mental Training

Spiritual Training

Physical Training

Spiritual Training

Spiritual Training

Spiritual Training

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