About Aquidneck Island Sports

Four Families. One Shared Vision.

Aquidneck Island Sports was founded by four local families who shared the same goal: to create a high-quality, year-round training space for athletes on Aquidneck Island.

As parents, coaches, and community members, we saw the need for a facility where athletes could train consistently, build confidence, and develop their skills in a positive environment. We wanted a place that focused on development over volume, instruction over overcrowding, and community over competition.

What started as a shared idea quickly became a shared commitment — to give local athletes a space where hard work, respect, and love of the game come first.

Meet Our Dedicated Coaches

At Aquidneck Island Sports, our team is dedicated to helping you achieve your goals. With diverse backgrounds and specialties, our coaches offer personalized guidance, motivation, and support to maximize your results. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned athlete, our experienced coaches are here to inspire and empower you on baseball or softball journey.

"The Full Package"

Erik Sinks

Erik brings decades of competitive experience and professional leadership to athlete development. A former Washington State and Southern California athlete, Erik’s foundation is rooted in baseball as a pitcher, with extensive experience in AAU and American Legion programs, including multiple Washington State championship appearances. He has competed across high school, senior, and men’s leagues in Washington State and Connecticut and remains an active player today. His athletic background is complemented by a rigorous amateur boxing career in the USA Boxing program, totaling over 40 bouts with clubs in Yucca Valley, Pasadena Police Athletic League, and Anacortes, WA.

Beyond sport, Erik served 21 years in the U.S. Navy and was selected as a Faculty Advisor at the U.S. Navy Senior Enlisted Academy, Newport, RI, where he mentors senior leaders in character, accountability, and high-performance culture. He brings that same standard to coaching—focusing on discipline, confidence, resilience, and long-term development both on and off the field.

"CCC Ledgend"

Jay Brule

Jay Brule '01 - a three-sport athlete at Salve Regina culminated his career with a conference championship in baseball and the program's first-ever trip to the NCAAs. As a pitcher and infielder, Brule was the Commonwealth Coast Conference (CCC) Player of the Year during his junior season (2000). As a wide receiver, he led the Seahawks in catches and yardage each of final two seasons which included an appearance in the first-ever NEFC Championship Game. Brule was Salve Regina Male Athlete of the Year as a senior.

"The General"

Barbara Rainey

Barbara Rainey is a senior at Portsmouth High School and is committed to play Division II softball at Southern Connecticut State University, where she will continue her academic and athletic career this fall. A four-year varsity starter at PHS, she has been a key contributor as a catcher, with an understanding of pitch calling and defensive leadership that give her a well-rounded understanding of the game. During her junior season, she led the offense with a .473 batting average, 10 home runs, and 35 RBIs, ranking 4th in Rhode Island in home runs and 6th in RBIs. She also brings five years of competitive travel softball experience, currently playing for Fire N’ Ice 18U Blue, and has earned All-Academic honors while maintaining a 4.0 GPA throughout high school.