Smith has been on staff at Louisiana State University, the University of Tennessee, the University of Kentucky and most recently at Virginia Commonwealth University.

More than 130 players having had the benefit of Smith's coaching have signed professional contracts.  Twenty two players have made it to the Major Leagues, with Justin Verlander his most recent student to achieve great success.

"Development" is the key for Smith.  His focus has been to teach young players the proper fundamentals to prepare them for success at the next level - whether it be preparing for little league all-stars or preparing high school players for college.

To date, over 175 area players have gone on to play in college over the past 13 years.  

Bob has become the Director of Team Development at RBA and is excited about working with all teams from 9 years to showcase baseball.

Chris Gerrity begins his fourth year as a coach at RBA West and 7th year in the organization. 

Chris graduated from Midlothian High School in 1998 where he lettered in Basketball and Baseball. His baseball ability led him to VCU on scholarship to play for the Rams. Chris played all four years and three separate years saw the Rams make it to the NCAA Regionals. In 2001 Chris was named Player of the Week in the CAA during his Junior Season.

Chris is currently entering his 4th year as the General Manager of the Summer Collegiate Coastal Plain League team, the Petersburg Generals. Chris served as Assistant GM and Assistant Coach in 2003 and lead the Generals to leagues most wins and the leagues best fielding percentage. 

Chris currently resides in Richmond and earned his Bachelors degree in Sports Management and Parks and Recreation from Virginia Commonwealth University.