Why Tower Sports Advising?
At Tower Sports Advising, we specialize in guiding young athletes through the college selection and recruitment process. Our mission is to provide high school athletes and their families with comprehensive support and resources to ensure this critical decision is as seamless and stress-free as possible.
We recognize the unique challenges and opportunities student-athletes face and are committed to helping them identify the best academic and athletic fit. Tower Sports Advising is dedicated to finding institutions where students can excel both in the classroom and on the field, supported by coaching staff that align with their individual goals and needs.
ZACK TOWER
OWNER/CEO
Zack Tower is a seasoned baseball professional with a rich background as both a player and coach. A four-year letterman in baseball and football at Auburn High School, he went on to play Division 1 baseball at the University of Massachusetts Lowell in 2013 before transferring to Franklin Pierce University for his senior year in 2017, where he served as team captain for their Division 2 baseball program.
During his collegiate summers, Tower excelled in the Futures Collegiate Baseball League (FCBL), earning multiple accolades:
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Home Run Derby Single Game Record Holder (17)
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2015 All-FCBL First Team
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2015 FCBL Championship Series MVP
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2017 All-FCBL First Team
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2017 MVP of the Futures League (leading the league with a .316 AVG, 12 doubles, 18 home runs, and 50 RBIs).
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In addition to these honors, he ranks first in FCBL career home runs (44), runs (113), and extra-base hits (86), and remains the only player in league history to win both the FCBL Championship MVP and league MVP awards.
After completing his collegiate career, Tower played semi-professional baseball in the Empire League with the New Hampshire Wild. He then transitioned into coaching, starting with the University of New Haven (Division 2, NE-10 Conference), where he worked with hitters, outfielders, and corner infielders.
Currently, Tower is dedicated to developing the next generation of players as a coach for Wow Factor East Coast. In just three years, he has successfully guided 20 players into college baseball programs, continuing to share his passion for the sport and deep understanding of the game.
JOSH TOWER
DIRECTOR OF ADVISING
Josh Tower brings a wealth of playing and coaching experience to Tower Sports Advising, guiding student-athletes with a deep understanding of both the recruiting process and the game itself.
A standout at Auburn High School, Josh was a four-year varsity letterman, team captain, and the 2017 Division III Player of the Year. That same year, he helped lead Auburn to a Massachusetts State Championship while posting a .328 career batting average.
He continued his career at Franklin Pierce University (2018–2021), where he was part of three NCAA tournament teams and a Northeast-10 Tournament Championship squad. Josh transferred to Eastern Connecticut State University in 2021 and was a key contributor on the 2022 Division III National Championship team—the winningest team in program history (49-3). He was named D3 World Series MVP and earned All-Tournament honors after tying the record for hits in a single World Series game.
Josh transitioned into coaching in 2022, joining Yale University as Director of Baseball Operations. He later became an assistant coach and recruiting coordinator at Mitchell College, helping the Mariners capture the 2024 GNAC Championship and earn back-to-back NCAA Championship appearances. Under his guidance, Mitchell produced multiple all-conference players and top-tier offensive numbers in both 2024 and 2025.
Josh holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Franklin Pierce University and a Master of Science in Organizational Management from Eastern Connecticut State University.