Dustin Brisson started at Wellington High School, earning three varsity letters, First-Team All-Conference and All-Area honors, and a Top 100 High School Prospect spot. He hit .444 as a senior with 40 RBIs and 10 home runs.

At UCF he was named one of the top 100 male athletes in school history and set the single-season record with 27 doubles (2000). He earned All-ASUN honors in 1999 and 2000 and ranks among UCF’s career leaders: 4th in homers (41) and RBIs (200), 2nd in total bases (486), 5th in hits (276) and runs (172), and 3rd in slugging (.598).

Drafted by the Boston Red Sox in 2000, Dustin later played in the St. Louis Cardinals system as a first and third baseman. After retiring, he founded Forge Athletics to provide elite training and coaching to help athletes reach their potential.

Coaching That Puts You First

A smiling man and boy taking a selfie inside an indoor sports facility, with chain-link fencing and a grey wall in the background. The man is wearing a grey cap and a black jacket, and the boy is holding a hockey stick and wearing a light blue shirt.
A man in a blue shirt, black shorts, and sunglasses is swinging a baseball bat during a youth baseball practice or game. A young boy wearing a black baseball helmet and a white shirt with printing on the back is standing nearby, watching. The scene is outdoors on a field with a batting cage and other children and spectators in the background.

Who We Are

  • At Forge Athletics, we build complete athletes—physically, mentally, and personally—through elite training, mentorship, and a culture of discipline. Rooted in professional experience and passion, we prepare athletes to succeed on and off the field and use sport to build character and community. We foster supportive relationships among athletes, families, and partners, and work with brands like Rutto Bats, Good Hop Gloves, C4 Glove Company, and Thorne Research to supply top equipment. Through mentorship, programs, and outreach, we promote health, growth, and a stronger, more connected future.

  • At Forge Athletics, we train the whole athlete—mind, body, and character. Success isn’t just game results; it’s the daily habits, discipline, and mindset athletes bring to life.

  • We take a holistic approach emphasizing:

    • Technical excellence: proper mechanics, position skills, and game IQ tailored to each athlete.

    • Physical development: strength, speed, agility, injury prevention, and long-term health.

    • Mental toughness: resilience, focus, confidence, goal setting, and accountability.

    • Leadership & character: lead by example, own growth, and be great teammates.

    • Lifestyle & recovery: nutrition, sleep, and recovery as essential performance tools.

    • Individualization: meet each athlete where they are and guide them to their goals.

    We challenge, support, and inspire athletes to reach their full potential on and off the field.

Ready to Level Up Your Game?

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