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PitchCom was born after the MLB sign-stealing scandal, when everyone realized the game needed a secure way for pitchers and catchers to communicate. The old methods were too vulnerable, and something had to change.
Together, we developed PitchCom—a device that allows catchers to send encrypted signals to pitchers, ensuring no one could intercept their calls. The tech took off quickly, with MLB teams adopting it, and now we're expanding into other sports, using the same innovative communication technology to solve problems at the highest levels of competition.
Our Team
John Hankins
Co-inventor of the PitchCom™ communications system, graduated college with a degree in Electrical Engineering, and became a patent attorney and partner at major law firms. His work and clientele included some of the largest automotive, semiconductor, computer and electronics companies in the world. Over his 28 year career, John wrote and shepherded thousands of patents through the US and international patent systems. Among his other personal pursuits, John is a lifelong avid baseball fan. The concept for the PitchCom™ communications system arose from his concern for the integrity of the game following signstealing scandals and accusations, and the pace of play issue caused by preventive measures.
Combining his deep knowledge of the game, and understanding the needs of players, teams and fans, John used his experience working with inventors to conceive the PitchCom™ communications system.
Craig Filacetti
Co-inventor of the PitchCom™ communications system, has a BSEE and MBA. He was previously a new product development manager at Microchip Technology, leading design teams in creating some of the most sophisticated microelectronics devices in the world. Since then, Craig has invented and developed numerous electronic devices and systems used in the entertainment industry by thousands of entertainers around the world.
Jon Updike
Director of Business Development
You can do everything with it. Pitch, location, speed, pickoffs, everything. Once you get used to it, it’s really easy.
— Ryan Jeffers, Twins Catcher
Timeline
2018
An Idea is Formed
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2019
PitchCom is Founded
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2022
MLB Adopts PitchCom
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2023
PitchCom Dominates Life
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2024
PitchCom Inks SEC Deal
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