The Amarillo Sod Poodles, in collaboration with the Arizona Diamondbacks, have officially announced their on-field staff for the upcoming 2025 season. Headlining the staff is the return of Javier Colina, who will take the helm as the fourth manager in franchise history.
Colina, a seasoned coach in the Diamondbacks system since 2014, is no stranger to Amarillo, having served as the team’s bench coach in 2022 and 2023. His coaching resume includes managerial stints with the AZL Diamondbacks (2017), Hillsboro Hops (2019, 2024), and Visalia Rawhide (2021). A former professional player himself, Colina spent 15 seasons in the minor leagues, including time in Triple-A and an MVP campaign in the Venezuelan Winter League in 2005.
“I’m beyond excited to be the Manager for the 2025 season,” said Colina. “We’ve got a lot to offer this year, and my expectations are sky-high! I can’t wait for the season to begin and to put on a show for all the incredible fans in Amarillo. Let’s bring home another championship! God bless you all and Go Soddies!”
The Sod Poodles’ President and General Manager Tony Ensor echoed Colina’s enthusiasm.
“We are very excited for the return of Javier Colina to Amarillo,” Ensor said. “Fans will remember him from the successful 2022 and 2023 seasons he was a part of. What you get with Colina is a great mixture of passion and a deep knowledge of the game. With Gaby Hernandez, Ty Wright, and Jordan Procyshen rounding out his coaching staff, I am certain Sod Poodles fans are going to enjoy the exciting brand of baseball they will see out on the field! When you combine this coaching staff with a roster that is projected to be chalked full of great talent, Sod Poodles fans should anticipate an exciting 2025 season! I know our Amarillo fans and community will welcome Javier, staff, and team with open arms when they arrive in April for the 2025 season.”
New-Look Coaching Staff for 2025
Joining Colina in Amarillo are:
Gaby Hernandez (Pitching Coach): Hernandez, a former minor league pitcher with nearly 400 career appearances, spent the last two seasons as the pitching coach for High-A Hillsboro. He also has experience as a scout and pitching instructor in the Diamondbacks system.
Ty Wright (Hitting Coach): Wright has been the hitting coach for Hillsboro over the past three seasons and previously coached in Visalia and Eugene. A former player in the Cubs system, he finished his playing career with a .292 batting average in 724 minor league games.
Jordan Procyshen (Bench Coach): A former MiLB All-Star, Procyshen begins his coaching career after playing nine professional seasons across four organizations.
Adam Brewer (Athletic Trainer): Brewer enters his eighth season in the Diamondbacks system, previously working in the Dominican Summer League.
Wacy Crenshaw (Strength & Conditioning Coach): Crenshaw, the son of long-time D-backs medical staff member Ken Crenshaw, enters his third season with the organization after spending 2024 with Low-A Visalia.
Opening Day Set for April 8
The Sod Poodles will kick off the 2025 season at HODGETOWN on Tuesday, April 8, against the Springfield Cardinals (Double-A affiliate of the St. Louis Cardinals) at 7:05 PM. Fans can stay up to date with the latest news, ticket information, and promotions by following the Sod Poodles on X, Facebook, and Instagram (@SodPoodles).
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