OUR STORY: FROM A SINGLE BAT TO THE NATION'S BEST
Our journey began in 2001 as Muhl Tech, driven by a singular mission: to create skill-specific training products that delivered real, measurable results. We started with the revolutionary Muhl Training Bat and the Advance Skills Tee—tools that quickly became staples in serious training programs nationwide.
For over two decades, that foundation of quality and innovation has been our guiding principle. We expanded our product line to include professional-grade rebounders, durable field screens, and full-scale batting cages, never losing sight of our original goal.
In 2018, a new chapter began as Mikey Sliepka (Yale '18, Baseball) came on board to lead the company. We rebranded as American Baseball & Softball to reflect our wider vision: to be the most trusted, top-of-the-line equipment provider for players, parents, and programs across the nation.
Today, we carry the legacy of Muhl Tech's innovation forward, combining it with a new generation of energy and a relentless drive to equip the future of the sport.
OUR MISSION: MAKE PRACTICE MORE PRODUCTIVE
We believe that elite training should be accessible, efficient, and effective. Every product we design is built to withstand the demands of professional-level training and to maximize the value of every single rep. Your hard work deserves equipment that works just as hard.
Meet our team
Mikey Sliepka
Mr. Sliepka graduated from Yale University in 2018 with a BA in Economics while also serving as a 3B/P for the baseball team. He has two brothers, Joey (Harvard ’16) and JJ (Brown ‘19). Joey is currently an orthopedic resident at the University of Washington while JJ serves as an investment analyst at Landmark Partners in Simsbury, CT. All three brothers were pitchers for their respective schools. In his spare time, Mr. Sliepka enjoys fishing, playing all sports, and spending time with his family.
Jeremy Barker
Mr. Barker graduated from Wharton County Junior College with an Associates in General Studies. In his spare time, Mr. Barker enjoys fishing and hunting, playing golf, and spending time with his wife, Jessica, and his son, Callen, and his daughter FJ.
Brent Bubela
He is responsible for all freight operational activities as well as sales activities, marketing activities, and business development activities.Mr. Barker graduated from Wharton County Junior College with an Associates in General Studies. In his spare time, Mr. Barker enjoys fishing and hunting, playing golf, and spending time with his wife, Jessica, and his son, Callen, and his daughter FJ.
Joe Sliepka
After over 20 years of leisure, Back in Business. Started to work with son Mikey in 2018 to build Acesportz and American Baseball and Softball training products companies. Developing the best and most innovative training products in the industry.
