Welcome to Mud Ducks Baseball!

Coach Troyer is a passionate leader dedicated to developing student-athletes both on and off the field. Known for his competitive mindset, strong work ethic, and commitment to team culture, Coach Troyer emphasizes discipline, accountability, and playing the game the right way.  As head coach of the Conotton Valley Rockets boys basketball program, Troyer focuses on building a culture of toughness, teamwork, and continuous improvement while helping players grow as athletes, students, and young men. Under his leadership, the Rockets continue to compete with pride and represent their school and community with character.  

  Coach Mears is a dedicated youth sports coach and business leader with a passion for developing young athletes by teaching fundamentals in a fun yet competitive environment. Mears emphasizes hard work, accountability, sportsmanship, and character development. His leadership style centers around creating positive experiences for young athletes while preparing them to compete at a high level. His goal is to create memorable team cultures that players and families take pride in representing and having a lasting impact in the community through sports and leadership.

 Baseball has always been more than just a game to Coach Wilcox — it’s an opportunity to teach young athletes the value of hard work, discipline, teamwork, and accountability. His goal is to create a competitive environment where players can develop their skills, build confidence, and learn how to compete the right way both on and off the field. He believes in emphasizing strong fundamentals, baseball IQ, mental toughness, and a team-first mentality while pushing players to reach their full potential. Beyond wins and losses, he's passionate about helping athletes grow into respectful, hardworking young men who carry the lessons learned from the game into everyday life. Watching players improve, gain confidence, and develop a true love for baseball is what makes coaching so rewarding. 

With over three decades of experience in the classroom and on the field, Coach Buxton brings a veteran perspective to our 10U coaching staff. A 32-year Social Studies teacher at Claymont High School, he treats the dugout as an extension of the classroom, focusing on the growth and development of every player.

Coach Buxton’s coaching journey began in the youth ranks, leading Little League and Pony League teams while in college. He eventually moved up to the high school level, serving as the Junior Varsity and Assistant Varsity Baseball Coach at Claymont, in addition to head coaching roles for Varsity Girls Volleyball and Golf.

Today, his focus is entirely on the next generation. Since his twin boys began participating in sports, Coach Buxton has dedicated himself to their 6U, 8U, and now 10U baseball teams, as well as youth flag football and basketball programs. This varied experience has shaped his foundational approach to travel ball. He is dedicated to teaching the fundamentals of the game while fostering a competitive, high-character environment for the future of Mud Ducks baseball.