PLEASE, make contact with your coach via email or phone prior to scheduling your first appointment. Appointments may be limited.

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Advice from a Coach:
"When contacting a coach make sure to introduce yourself, your child, their age, their current skill set, and your needs before attempting to schedule a lesson.  Tell me where your players skill level is at, and a few other details about the style or method of coaching you are looking for - think slapping vs. just hitting, etc."

Kelly Burdick, Salem Or.

Coach Burdick graduated from South Salem high school (2014) and went on to play at the University of Washington (2018).  She was a starter in the Women's College World Series in 2017 and 2018 where the Huskies placed 3rd and 2nd, respectively.  In high school, Coach Burdick was a 3 time All-State infielder, and in college she was a first team all-region outfielder and a second team All-PAC 12 outfielder. She is a lefty triple threat (drag bunt/slap/hit), with a main focus on the short game. Being surrounded by the best defenders in the country, Coach Burdick has developed a deep understanding of the defensive side of softball, in respect to both infield and outfield.  She offers lessons in offensive or defensive lessons,  and her expertise is short game (slapping), defense, and the mental game of softball.  Lessons are held in the Salem area with indoor and outdoor options, however, she is willing to travel to nearby areas, especially for group lessons.
$40 / 30 minutes
$70 / 1 hour​

[email protected]

Nemo Tessicini, Nemo's Speed Hitting Program, Hillsboro Or.

Coach Dennis "Nemo" Tessicini is the founder of Nemo’s Speed Hitting Program.  This program includes his Speed-Training Bat, a one handed Mini Bat, a Triple Hitting Tee, and five instructional DVD’S.  This is a complete training program using under-loading and over-loading drills in a speed circuit-training format to increase bat speed, reaction time, and hitting the ball for longer distances.  This program gives coaches and players the edge to enhance performance!
Some major league teams that have used Nemo's Speed Hittng products:  the San Francisco Giants &  the New England Riptides Ladies Professional Softball team.
503 848 7889
[email protected]
www.speedbat.com 

Anthony Diaz, Portland Or.

Diaz, Canby Rebels 12u B head coach, offers private hitting and catching lessons at reasonable rates.  A2X NAIA World Series champion at Lewis Clark state in Idaho, he played for legendary coach Ed Cheff. First team All American/All World Series team/All Region/All independence team senior year. First team all-conference/ Second team all-conference freshmen and sophomore years in college, Diaz spent two summers playing in Alaska with top prospects.  Put into draft after sophomore year Colorado Rockies. Signed free agent contract with Tampa Bay Devil Rays.  Diaz was mentored by Steve Decker and Mike Diaz both former big league catchers. My college roommate Jason Ellison played with Barry Bonds and Ken Griffey Jr. 
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559-892-7945
[email protected]

Alicia Loiler, The Bat Company, West Linn Or.

Alicia Loiler is a Trainer and Coach at The Bat Company. She was fortunate enough to play softball through a scholarship at Chemeketa Community College for two years and then continued her career at Northwest University. She is currently finishing her degree in Psychology.  “Being able to watch athletes grow and develop is what makes me excited about being apart of The Bat Company Family”.
Currently, Alicia is now a full-time trainer and 14u softball coach at The Bat Company where she specializes in catching and hitting. She is helping run Saturday morning hitting groups at Bat Company.​

5035050591
[email protected]

TJ Pruneda, Vancouver Wa.

Tj has played baseball competitively since he was 4 years old. Graduated from Tigard High School in 2010.  Played 2 years at Clark College as a starter and relief pitcher. He then went to an NAIA school in Des Moines, Iowa on a full scholarship. His senior year he was named 1st-team all conference.  After college, he played in a professional independent league in Roswell, New Mexico. His second year professionally, he went international and played in San Luis, Sonora, Mexico before getting called up the to Mexican big leagues, Liga Mexicana de Beisbol. He finished the year with the Pericos de Puebla with a 1-1 record and 2.12 ERA going against former MLB players and top Mexican prospects.
Tj has coached every summer since graduating high school from ages 10-18 including being the JV pitching coach at Tigard in 2011.  https://www.thefacilityllc.com

360-831-1102
[email protected]

Rob Gehrke, Gresham, Or.

Coach Gehrke played 22 years of open level mens fastpitch.  He has been coaching for last 16 years, he is currently head coach at Barlow High and the coach of the 14u Eastside Roughriders.  Coach Gehrke believes in the power of softball to elevate it's players both on and off the field through hard work and dedication. 

503-90-19405
[email protected]

Landon Frost, Frost Elite Sports, Milwaukie Or.

Landon was born and raised in Eugene, Oregon. Where he attended North Eugene High School and Sheldon High School. Halfway through high school he moved to Bend, Oregon where he attended Summit High School in which he graduated from in 2012.  Landon went on to play baseball at the college level on a scholarship at Corban University. He graduated in 2016 with a degree in Business and Sports Management.  Landon’s number one dream was always to become a coach/trainer himself. He wanted to not only be a part of helping kids improve and reach their goals, but also to be a role model and help them learn the many life lessons baseball has to offer.

(541) 521-4224
[email protected]

Tiffany Castro, West Coast Queen of The Diamonds, Olympia, Wa.

Growing up I never anticipated loving something so much. Now I realize how much softball has given me in return. Today I share my love of the game, strategic knowledge, and technical expertise. Coaching, training, and consulting is my way of giving back to the softball community that raised me. Helping young athletes achieve their potential and fall in love with this game is my passion. Let me help you improve your performance, hone your skills, and gain confidence. Take your game to the next level by learning the nuances that separate a good player from a great one.

360-788-4948
[email protected]
https://westcoastqueenofdiamonds.com/workouts