Dustin DeMars
Dustin played his college ball as a shortstop for SUNY Broome in the Southern Tier of New York state.
The majority of his professional career was spent in Latin America where he had the opportunity to learn from notable coaches such as Luis Natera, Mako Oliveres and Benito Camacho. His last season was in 2017 with Freseros San Quintin in Mexico.
More recently, Dustin spent the last four years working with the Chicago Dogs in Rosemont, IL.
He enjoys teaching defense, especially infield and catching, as well as hitting.
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Chris Wido
Chris Wido is currently the head baseball coach and recruiting coordinator at Morton College in Cicero, IL. He primarily works with the pitchers and catchers. In addition to recruiting incoming freshman, he also assists his graduating sophomores in their transition to 4 year programs. In just two years, he has helped 22 graduating sophomores sign with 4 year programs. Wido also has previous coaching experience with the Illinois Indians and Addison Braves summer collegiate teams.
Wido began his college playing career as both a catcher/pitcher at Morton College, where he was a two-time All Illinois Skyway Collegiate Conference selection. After graduating from Morton College, Wido signed to NCAA DI Chicago State University, where he graduated with a Bachelor of Art’s degree in psychology.
Mike Shevlin
Coach Shevlin played as a catcher/ infielder at Robert Morris University. Prior to that, he played for the Windy City Prospect’s collegiate team in the Metro Collegiate League of Illinois for several years.
After playing for Coach Dustin DeMars and in college, Shevlin began his coaching career for the Windy City Prospects. Now entering his 4th year coaching youth and high school teams, Shevlin works with player’s of all ages and specializes in catching, hitting, fielding and defense.
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Peter Sikaras
Peter Sikaras is a 15 year veteran of professional baseball, and currently a scout for the Chicago White Sox. He was drafted by the Arizona Diamondbacks. He reached AAA as well as playing in the prestigious Arizona Fall League.
Peter is a great pitching coach who can work with players on:
- Improving his velocity while maintaining control
- Understanding the mental side of pitching
- Refining mechanics
- Pitchers fielding
- Pitchers Conditioning
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Liam Mitchell
Coach Liam is a Chicago native, lifelong baseball player, and Windy City Prospects alum. He began playing at age five and went on to compete through high school at Loyola Academy in Wilmette, IL.
Now a student at Michigan State University, Liam has spent the past two years as a head coach with the Prospects, where he brings his passion for the game and dedication to developing young athletes both on and off the field.
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Lucas Holubar
Coach Lucas brings a wealth of experience as both a player and coach. He played from the youth travel level through high school at Loyola Academy as an outfielder. A multi-sport athlete, he excelled in baseball, basketball, and football at Loyola, where he was a two-time state champion quarterback and a member of the senior leadership council.
Lucas has continued his career with WCP as first as a player and now a coach, as well as competing at the collegiate level. He is currently a D3 student-athlete at Case Western Reserve University and was named to the 2024 Presidents’ Athletic Conference (PAC) Academic All-Conference Team.
Off the field, Lucas graduated summa cum laude from Loyola Academy, earning First Honors. His background as a dedicated athlete, leader, and scholar shapes the passion and commitment he brings to coaching.
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