His secret? Coaching with faith, purpose, and a playbook that focuses on building people before chasing trophies
TAMPA, Fla. – Standing along the third-base line under the Florida sun, Brian Troiano knows there is more at stake than winning games. To the business world, he is a high-performing Tampa entrepreneur running multimillion-dollar companies. But on the diamond, he is simply “Coach Brian,” the man teaching kids how to believe in themselves.
This season, his Keystone Little League team made history. For the first time ever, the league crowned back-to-back champions under the same coach. First it was the 8-and-under team, then the 9-and-under squad. For Troiano, the victory was about more than scoreboards.
“Winning one championship is special,” Troiano said. “But going back-to-back is something I’ll cherish forever. As a coach and mentor, this isn’t just about baseball. It’s about building young men with character, grit, and heart.”
His son, Vito, was named Tournament MVP. Watching him shine brought tears to his eyes.
“This was a dream come true, not just for me as a coach, but as a father,” he said. “We don’t just raise players out here. We raise young men ready to take on life.”
A Life of Leadership
Long before he became a coach, Brian Troiano learned the value of hard work and perseverance. A proud graduate of West Babylon High School with honors, he went on to earn his Business and Marketing degree with honors from the University of South Florida. Throughout his life, he has believed in leading by example and building with purpose.
Today, as CEO of Rvv Corp, a digital marketing agency in Tampa, Troiano applies those same principles to business that he does to baseball. His track record spans multiple companies, including overseeing the eight-figure sale of Troiano Property Solutions, Inc. and Troiano International, Inc.
But ask him what his greatest calling is, and he won’t mention revenue milestones or executive titles. He will tell you about his wife of 19 years, his three children, and the Little League field where he spends countless hours investing in the next generation.
Culture Over Trophies
The Keystone Little League community had never seen anything like it. Back-to-back championships are rare in youth baseball, but Troiano believes what set his teams apart was not talent alone.
“From day one, we didn’t chase trophies,” he said. “We chased excellence in every rep, every practice, every moment. We coached these boys to be accountable, to lift each other up, and to do the hard things when no one was watching.”
Their season was not without hardship. A midseason slump saw them lose four of five games.
“For a team with high expectations, that was tough,” Troiano said. “But that losing streak didn’t break us. It bonded us. The boys learned to respond like champions. They came out stronger, hungrier, and more united than ever.”
He credits their resilience to a culture rooted in faith and teamwork. They prayed together, encouraged each other, and kept God at the center.
“This wasn’t just a team. It was a brotherhood,” he said. “When you combine talent with heart, faith, and relentless work ethic, history gets made.”
‘I Was Called To Coach’
Troiano says coaching is not just an extracurricular activity. It’s his mission field.
“Coaching isn’t just something I do,” he said. “It’s something I was called to do. Every time I step on that field, I’m not just thinking about baseball. I’m thinking about how to build young men who will lead with strength, humility, and integrity.”
Each practice begins with prayer. Players gather on the grass to reflect on gratitude and discipline before slipping on their gloves and picking up their bats. Soon, the field comes alive with the crisp slap of balls landing in mitts and the quick whiz of bats slicing through the air. Each swing and throw is marked with purpose.
“From day one, I tell every kid, ‘You’re not just here to learn how to hit or pitch. You’re here to learn how to show up for yourself, for your teammates, and for life.’”
Troiano reminds his team that confidence and integrity are not built overnight. They grow through the same steady repetition as every throw and swing. Studies show that young people who play sports gain more than physical strength. They develop resilience, learn teamwork, and build character that lasts long after the game ends.
He celebrates effort over results and ensures every player feels seen, valued, and believed in.
“Confidence grows when a young man knows someone sees greatness in him,” he said.
Legacy Beyond The Field
Families often reach out to share how Troiano has impacted their children’s lives. One family moved out of state after their son played on his 8U All-Star team, yet they still reach out to thank him.
“They told me things like, ‘He’s more confident now. He carries himself differently. He believes in himself because of your influence,’” Troiano said. “That kind of message hits deep. It proves to me that what we’re doing here isn’t temporary. It lasts. It transforms.”
He believes his true impact lies not in developing athletes, but in raising leaders. To him, that is the ultimate legacy.
“That’s a legacy that travels far beyond any scoreboard,” he said.
With back-to-back championships under his belt, Troiano remains focused on what comes next.
“I tell the boys all the time, success isn’t a destination. It’s a standard,” he said. “For me, it’s not about chasing trophies. It’s about chasing growth.”
As long as God calls him to coach, Troiano says he will be right there, lacing up his cleats, leading with love, and building young men ready for whatever life throws their way.
So what is next for this championship team?
“More growth. More impact,” he said with a smile. “And maybe a three-peat.”
A Man of Faith, Family, and Purpose
For Brian Troiano, faith is not just part of his life. It is the foundation of everything he builds. As a born-again Christian, he serves faithfully at Grace Family Church in the Men’s Bible Study “Courageous” and at Tampa Church of Christ. Whether standing in the boardroom or on the baseball field, he sees each day as an opportunity to live out his purpose.
“My mission is simple,” he said. “To help others achieve their goals, build confidence, and reach their full potential. That’s true whether I’m coaching kids, leading my business team, or raising my own family.”
Above all, his greatest pride is the life he shares with his wife of nearly two decades and their three children. Every choice he makes, every lesson he teaches, adds to a legacy rooted in faith, integrity, and love.
He believes success is not defined by the trophies on a shelf or the revenue columns on a spreadsheet. To him, real success is measured by the lives he impacts and the leaders he helps raise.
“I’m not just coaching baseball,” he said, smiling. “I’m coaching life. We keep faith at the center. We pray together. We serve together. We lead with humility. I don’t just want to coach champions. I want to raise men of character, because long after the trophies fade, who they become will still matter.”
Troiano is quick to share credit for the team’s success. “Our parents have been incredible,” he said. “From early practices to road trips, dugout snacks to post-game encouragement, they’ve created an environment where kids feel supported, safe, and believed in. That’s powerful.”
At Keystone, he says, it is never just about baseball.
“We’re not just a program,” Troiano said. “We’re a family. And when families come together with one heartbeat, one mission, and one standard, championships become a byproduct of the culture we create.”
