About Us
Ownership
Xtra Innings is owned and operated by Craig Dueker who is passionate about coaching and mentoring youth, and believes that athletics is an excellent avenue for building Christian leaders in today's world. Craig's faith, positive coaching style, fundamental focus, and ability to effectively communicate resonates with athletes of all ages in helping them reach their potential. Craig is the head varsity baseball coach at Ankeny Christian Academy.
Keys to Success
Xtra Innings is a fun, faith-filled facility designed not only to teach an athlete how to improve their physical and mental baseball/softball abilities and skills, but also how to improve their character, grow in faith, and lead by example. Xtra Innings focuses on these core values:
- Be a great teammate
- Thrive on adversity
- Pay attention to details
- Live as a role model
- Be the one, not the many
- Take accountability
- Move outside your comfort zone
Facility & Batting Cages
Xtra Innings is in a convenient, easy-to-access Urbandale location and includes high quality equipment such as HitTrax, Hack Attack pitching machines for baseball and softball players, and additional top-of-the line equipment. The facility has:
- 3 batting cages
- 1 pitching/catching tunnel
- 3 batting cages can be converted into a fully enclosed shell cage for infield and throwing practice
Also On Site at Xtra Innings
Ryan Dueker Photography
Ryan Dueker Photography
Ryan Dueker Photography
Also located inside Xtra Innings is Ryan Dueker Photography. He has multiple photographic specialties including: sports action photos, team pictures, portraits, wedding, aerial imaging as a drone certified pilot, commercial photography and more. Check out his excellent work out on his Web site.
Julie Dueker Ministries
Ryan Dueker Photography
Ryan Dueker Photography
Julie Dueker Ministries is focused on honoring God and uplifting American heroes. Julie, a 3rd grade teacher at Mount Olive Lutheran School, has published a book called Because of You Old Glory Flies honoring our military men and women who have served and currently serve in the U.S. military. Julie also leads a group of kindergarten throu
Julie Dueker Ministries is focused on honoring God and uplifting American heroes. Julie, a 3rd grade teacher at Mount Olive Lutheran School, has published a book called Because of You Old Glory Flies honoring our military men and women who have served and currently serve in the U.S. military. Julie also leads a group of kindergarten through high school students called Young Patriots Club who sing and perform at local events honoring our heroes.