Zach is a father of 7 children, 4 girls and 3 boys. He discovered his passion for the game like most coaching his daughters and other young ladies through rec, travel ball, and High school ball. At a young age his daughter was learning to pitch and before he knew it, the art of pitching …
Logan Hebert, a Ville Platte, Louisiana native, developed a passion for softball at an early age. Her dedication and talent throughout the course of her younger years led her to a distinguished playing career at Louisiana State University of Alexandria (LSUA), where she earned recognition as a 2x-All Conference Player and All Louisiana honoree. Notably, …
Lauren Toth grew up in Elgin, Illinois. While in high school, she was named two-time Pitcher of the Year and earned the title of Player of the Year from the Elgin Illinois Courier News. She also served as Honorary Captain of the All-Area team for The Northwest Daily Herald and played for The Elgin Heat …
Miranda Abrahams McLeod is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) and Tincher Pitching Certified Instructor with over 25 years of experience in competitive softball as both a player and coach. A former collegiate catcher and utility player, Miranda brings a deep understanding of the game and a passion for helping pitchers build strong, resilient, and mechanically efficient bodies. She specializes …
Anita Smith grew up in Forest City, Iowa where she had a successful high school career including being inducted into the 100-win Hall of Fame for Pitchers by the Iowa High School Girls Association. She went on to play at Northwestern College in Orange City, IA where she was named GPAC Pitcher and Player of the …
Alissa is a ‘24 graduate of James Madison University, where she pitched for 4 years for the Dukes. During her collegiate career, she set numerous school records, including most career saves and no-hitters. In 2021, she had the opportunity to play in Regionals, Super Regionals, and ultimately the Women’s College World Series. She was an …
Michelle Brander Metiva was named Hope College’s head softball coach July 17, 2023. The 2003 Mid-American Conference Softball Player of the Year at Central Michigan University and 1999 Miss Softball from Jenison High School. Michelle was an owner and then the General Manager, also a coach and trainer, for Elite Baseball and Softball Training in Grand …
Katie Andrews is originally from Dothan, AL. After a successful high school career, Katie began her journey up north to play DII softball and obtain a B.A. in Business Management at Adelphi University on Long Island, NY. During her time at Adelphi University, Katie was the NE-10 Player of the Year (2014), NE-10 Scholar Athlete of the …
Kyle Christensen is a teacher and coach from Glen Ullin, ND. He has been married to his wife Shelly for 30 years. They have two daughters, Taylor 19 and Cassie 16. Softball has been a part of Kyle’s life as long as he can remember, growing up a block from the local softball diamonds. As …
Growing up in Kirkland, WA, Tori played competitive travel ball and was recruited to play college softball. She spent two years at Boise State University before transferring to Northwest Nazarene University in 2019. During her six-year college career, Tori was part of four conference championships, earned All-Conference honors, and made the All-Region team in 2023. …
McKenzi Ferguson is a Erwin native who graduated from Daniel Boone High School. McKenzi made school history as the second team to make it to the state tournament and the first team to finish in 2nd place. She started her collegiate career at Chattanooga State Community College where she made a national appearance in St. …
Brooke Wiarda is from Green Pond, NJ. She attended Morris Knolls High School where she was a 2x North Group IV State Sectional Champ, County Champ, and 4x Conference Champ. She was also selected as a 2x Coaches Association Award Winner, 2017 Mugs Media Player of the Year, and received “The Most-All Around Senior Athlete” …
Shelley Miller grew up in rural Virginia playing backyard sports with the boys in the neighborhood. With most of them being older and stronger, she was always looking for new ways to improve and gain an edge. Techniques and strategy were key because she did not like losing to the boys. She found the fire and drive …
Erica Bonnette’s love for softball became evident on the field but her competitive side showed even more in how she worked in learning the details. Through her playing career she was that catcher who went to her pitcher’s lessons and also asked questions. She knew the importance of building a strong communication with the pitcher and …
Denise Walters is a Doctor of Physical Therapy specializing in Neurologic rehabilitation and has been practicing for 10 years. She is a Board Certified Specialist in Neurologic Physical Therapy as well as a Certified Stroke Rehabilitation Specialist. Denise grew up playing softball from a young age. She played every position, eventually settling as a middle infielder …
