$ - Additional Fee

Registration: 8-9:00 AM | Instructors: Larissa Anderson (Missouri), Cindy Bristow (UC Riverside), Melyssa Lombardi (Oregon)

This course will provide two days of in-depth information on the technical aspects of pitching; serving to enhance your ability to analyze and teach selected fundamental individual skills to today’s pitcher:

- Study the mechanics of pitching
- Examine skills through video and photo analysis
- Evaluate faults and fixes with pitchers
- Learn coaching cues and drills to improve your pitcher's fundamental skills working hands on with live batters and pitchers.

For more information and to sign up go to www.nfcaevents.org

$ - Additional Fee

Registration: 8-9:00 AM | Instructors: Lindsay Leftwich (LSU), Chris Malveaux (Tennessee), Craig Snider (Texas A&M)

This course will enhance your ability to understand, analyze and teach selected fundamental individual skills on the offensive side of the ball. Two days of in-depth information will be delivered by instructors who are some of the best offensive minds in the country:

- Study the mechanics of hitting, bunting and slapping
- Examine skills through video analysis
- Evaluate faults and fixes with live batters
- Learn coaching cues and drills to improve offensive fundamental skills working hands-on with live batters.

For more information and to sign up go to www.nfcaevents.org

Make sure you stop by the registration booth to pick up your credential and event information. Also, visit our merchandise booth to receive a free gift from the NFCA, play games to win prizes, and look through our inventory of new swag.

***Access into any and all NFCA Convention sessions requires a credential and lanyard.
***Credentials must be worn at all times during the annual Convention and may be obtained on-site at the NFCA Convention registration desk.
***Please note, security will monitor entry into all of the Convention sessions and access will not be permitted without the appropriate accreditation.

$ - Additional Fee

Instructors: Larissa Anderson (Missouri), Cindy Bristow (UC Riverside), Melyssa Lombardi (Oregon)

This course will provide two days of in-depth information on the technical aspects of pitching; serving to enhance your ability to analyze and teach selected fundamental individual skills to today’s pitcher:

- Study the mechanics of pitching
- Examine skills through video and photo analysis
- Evaluate faults and fixes with pitchers
- Learn coaching cues and drills to improve your pitcher's fundamental skills working hands on with live batters and pitchers.

For more information and to sign up go to www.nfcaevents.org

$ - Additional Fee

Instructors: Lindsay Leftwich (LSU), Chris Malveaux (Tennessee), Craig Snider (Texas A&M)

This course will enhance your ability to understand, analyze and teach selected fundamental individual skills on the offensive side of the ball. Two days of in-depth information will be delivered by instructors who are some of the best offensive minds in the country:

- Study the mechanics of hitting, bunting and slapping
- Examine skills through video analysis
- Evaluate faults and fixes with live batters
- Learn coaching cues and drills to improve offensive fundamental skills working hands-on with live batters.
For more information and to sign up go to www.nfcaevents.org

Make sure you stop by the registration booth to pick up your credential and event information. Also, visit our merchandise booth to receive a free gift from the NFCA, play games to win prizes, and look through our inventory of new swag.

***Access into any and all NFCA Convention sessions requires a credential and lanyard.
***Credentials must be worn at all times during the annual Convention and may be obtained on-site at the NFCA Convention registration desk.
***Please note, security will monitor entry into all of the Convention sessions and access will not be permitted without the appropriate accreditation.

The Digital Auction is back! This is your opportunity to snag great deals on equipment, technology, gift certificates and more. Bid on your favorite items from your phone at any time. Hurry, bidding closes at Noon on Friday!

$ - Additional Fee

Instructors: Kristie Fox (UNLV), Stacey Nuveman-Deniz (San Diego St.), Mike Reed (UT Tyler), Heather Tarr (Washington) & Bonnie Tholl (Michigan)

This seminar includes a position-by-position analysis of how elite coaches develop defense at the highest level.

Schedule
1:05 PM - Catcher: Stacey Nuveman-Deniz
1:35 PM - First Base: Heather Tarr
2:05 PM - Third Base: Kristie Fox
2:35 PM - Middle Infield: Bonnie Tholl
3:05 PM - Outfield: Mike Reed
3:30 PM - Q&A with attendees

$ - Additional Fee

Panelists: NFCA Hall of Famers, Judi Garman, Carol Hutchins, Ralph Weekly & Margie Wright

Moderators: Pat Conlan, Shonda Stanton &Karen Weekly.

Listen to a panel of elite coaches share their personal stories and advice from their own coaching careers.

$ - Additional Fee

Join Toni Paisley (Paisley Pitching) and Ashley Sunshine (S2 Breakthrough) as they discuss how to use Rapsodo data to enhance and elevate your entire pitching staff. Discover how to use metrics like spin rate, spin efficiency, pitch break, release height and angle, and more to design pitches, measure performance, and build effective year-round training plans. Leave this course with the skills and knowledge needed to help you build a dominant pitching staff.

Invitation only meeting for representatives of the Head Coaches Committee to discuss relevant Division I topics and to prepare for the Division I Caucus.

Invitation only meeting for representatives of the Head Coaches Committee to discuss relevant Division II topics and to prepare for the Division II Caucus.

Invitation only meeting for representatives of the Head Coaches Committee to discuss relevant Division III topics and to prepare for the Division III Caucus presented by City of Salem, VA.

Is this your first time attending the NFCA Convention?  Join other "rookies" as this panel of veteran coaches takes you through the jam-packed schedule and highlights must-attend events. Meet a new friend or two at this informative session.

Instructors: Rhonda Revelle (Nebraska)

Credential and lanyard required.

There is nothing more exciting than the first pitch of a ballgame. The same is true for our "First Pitch" opening session! You'll hear from NFCA Executive Director Carol Bruggeman with the highlight of this session is our keynote address - "Celebrating the Stubborn Optimist" - by NFCA Hall of Famer Sue Enquist.

Come join us at NFCA Opening Reception presented by Blast Motion! A two-hour event filled with networking, free food and drinks! Credential and lanyard required.

As a coach, the most memorable moments are when your players “get it” and when they “send it” to deliver a game changing result. Go behind the scenes with some of the best coaches and trainers in the softball industry to learn the data-driven secrets to their success. Our panel of experts will discuss their “ah ha!” moments and how they identified specific player swing issues, what they did to address them, and how they achieved results. This discussion will provide attending coaches with several actionable insights that they can implement with their players to deliver their own game changing results.

Awards (Society)

Ethics (Accord)

Events (Caucus)

Mentoring (Committee)

Playing Rules (Council)

Publications (Unity)

Join your fellow Director of Operations, Volunteer Assistants, and Student Assistants for a round table discussion surrounding best practices for softball programs.

The premier business event of the Convention, the International Caucus brings together the membership group to discuss current issues, review and discuss pending legislation, create action plans for future changes to the game and collaboratively shape the sport for the future. All attendees are welcome.

Led by Ball State head coach Lacy Wood, NFCA Convention attendees can get their juices flowing first thing in the morning with a group workout session!

Rise and shine and start your day off right with Bethany College head coach Cassie Moore as she leads Convention attendees in a group yoga session!

** Please bring your own yoga mat.

Make sure you stop by the registration booth to pick up your credential and event information. Also, visit our merchandise booth to receive a free gift from the NFCA, play games to win prizes, and look through our inventory of new swag.

***Access into any and all NFCA Convention sessions requires a credential and lanyard.
***Credentials must be worn at all times during the annual Convention and may be obtained on-site at the NFCA Convention registration desk.
***Please note, security will monitor entry into all of the Convention sessions and access will not be permitted without the appropriate accreditation.

Grab a bite to eat before your morning meetings.

Only NCAA Division I NFCA members may attend and propose items for consideration by the group and have a voice/vote during the caucus.

The premier business event of the Convention, the NCAA Division I Caucus presented by Echo Replay brings together the membership group to discuss current issues, review and discuss pending legislation, create action plans for future changes to the game and collaboratively shape the sport for the future.

Only NCAA Division II NFCA members may attend and propose items for consideration by the group and have a voice/vote during the caucus.

The premier business event of the Convention, the NCAA Division II Caucus brings together the membership group to discuss current issues, review and discuss pending legislation, create action plans for future changes to the game and collaboratively shape the sport for the future.

Only NCAA Division III NFCA members may attend and propose items for consideration by the group and have a voice/vote during the caucus.

The premier business event of the Convention, the NCAA Division III Caucus presented by City of Salem, VA brings together the membership group to discuss current issues, review and discuss pending legislation, create action plans for future changes to the game and collaboratively shape the sport for the future.

Only NAIA NFCA members may attend and propose items for consideration by the group and have a voice/vote during the caucus.

The premier business event of the Convention, the NAIA Caucus brings together the membership group to discuss current issues, review and discuss pending legislation, create action plans for future changes to the game and collaboratively shape the sport for the future.

Only NJCAA NFCA members may attend and propose items for consideration by the group and have a voice/vote during the caucus.

The premier business event of the Convention, the NJCAA Caucus brings together the membership group to discuss current issues, review and discuss pending legislation, create action plans for future changes to the game and collaboratively shape the sport of the future.

Only Cal JC NFCA members may attend and propose items for consideration by the group and have a voice/vote during the caucus.

The premier business event of the Convention, the Cal JC Caucus brings together the membership group to discuss current issues, review and discuss pending legislation, create action plans for future changes to the game and collaboratively shape the sport of the future.

Only Travel Ball and High School NFCA members may attend and propose items for consideration by the group and have voice / vote during the caucus.

The Triple Play Classroom Series (10-11:30 am) will have more education geared toward grassroots coaches. Presenting to attendees will be:

Todd Petersen (Papillion-LaVista [Neb.] High School) - Everyday Drills for Infield Development

Suzy Willemssen (Glory Fastpitch [Va.]) - Lessons in Team Culture

Kevin Werth (Piedra Vista [N.M] High School) - Practice Plans for Large Rosters

The largest Exhibit Hall in NFCA Convention history opens its doors to attendees at 11:00 a.m. Don't go too far as educational programming is scheduled throughout Exhibit Show hours. It’s your opportunity to discover innovative products, apparel, services and now, more education! Stop by to build relationships that may benefit your team in the future.

Step in the cage with the RISR Team (Amanda Chidester, Erika Piancastelli, Haylie McCleney, Janie Reed) for a dynamic and elite hitting workshop. Topics include plate approach, strategic practice planning, navigating highs and lows and harnessing an Olympic mindset. The team will also be taking questions from the crowd.

Panelists: Derek Allister (On Deck Softball)), KJ Allister (ODM), Ashley Defalco (Blast Motion), Sue Enquist (One Softball), Courtney Herron-Martinez (Iowa State), Matt Meuchel (Arkansas), Rob Pike (Mental Testing), Kaleigh Rafter (Florida State), Craig Snider (Texas A&M), Nate Walker (Pitching Strategist
Moderator: Dave King (Chairman, Founder, Coach; College Sports Evaluation)

With the advent of sensor data for pitching, hitting, running, movement, health, mental testing, and others the need to know what it means is exploding in front of all College Softball Staffs. The balance between scouting (subjective measurement) and hard data is in play.

Attend and enjoy the fresh baseline norms now coming from college and high school players in each sensor realm: hitting, defense, pitching, and throwing.

Lead presenter, Mathematician Maureen Kirchner will present findings from 100+ Colleges and 2000 High School Athletes from all levels of play that will help you begin to understand the norms and context to use data and sensor measurement in Player Selection or Player Development in your program.

Join your fellow Director of Operations, Volunteer Assistants, and Student Assistants for a round table discussion surrounding best practices for softball programs.

Infield: Josh Taylor (Louisiana Tech)

Pitching: Danielle O'Toole (Cal State Fullerton)

Short Game: Kris Ganeff (Notre Dame)

Quick Pitch by HitTrax prior to presentation.

Quick Pitch by Diamond Kinetics prior to presentation.

Quick Pitch by Kris Caldwell, Edward Jones Financial Advisor prior to presentation.

Quick Pitch by FieldTurf prior to presentation.

Continue your exploration of the exhibit hall with a beer or soft drink in hand for the NFCA Convention Happy Hour presented by LeagueApps! LeagueApps will give away items throughout the evening.

Quick Pitch by Kris Caldwell, Edward Jones Financial Advisor prior to session.

Discussion led by: Kirk Walker (UCLA)

Join other LGBTQ and ally coaches to discuss various topics on diversity and inclusion. It's a great forum to ask questions, share information, or just listen to best practices for helping student-athletes thrive as valued members of their teams. Discussion on university and athletic department policies and resources for staff, coaches, and administrators along with training for athletic teams and staff will be addressed.

One of the most anticipated events of the week! Grab a seat next to some of the best and the brightest in the game! This event pairs coaches from all membership categories for conversation and promotes professional growth and networking between coaches at all levels of the game. Our unique "Pay It Forward" end to the session is something you won't soon forget. You do not want to miss this!!

Are you the type of coach who just can't get enough programming? Well, this one is for you. Join fellow coaches for an extra-innings discussion on efficiency, time management, and work/life balance. Designed to be an informal sharing of ideas and best practices, the conversation is open to any registered convention attendee.

Discussion led by: Samantha Ekstrand, Sarah Marino (Missouri), Gretta Melsted (Augustana), Darin Monroe (Rock Valley) & Amy Kvilhaug (Boston College)

Are you the type of coach who just can't get enough programming? Well, this one is for you. Join fellow coaches for an extra-innings discussion on pitching. Designed to be an informal sharing of ideas and best practices, the conversation is open to any registered convention attendee.

Discussion led by: Larissa Anderson (Missouri), Lauren Ebstein (Tufts), Jen Rocha (Oklahoma), John Tschida (Saint Mary's University of Minnesota) & Kirk Walker (UCLA)

Are you the type of coach who just can't get enough programming? Well, this one is for you. Join fellow coaches for an extra-innings discussion on hitting and the technology used in today's game. Designed to be an informal sharing of ideas and best practices, the conversation is open to any registered convention attendee.

Discussion led by: Josh Bloomer (Duke), Caryl Drohan (Northwestern), Corrie Hill (Michigan State), Diane Miller (Nebraska) & Kevin Shelton (Texas Glory)

You will not want to miss this venue - and with Diamond and PGF running the show - you're guaranteed to have a good time. Stop by the Forum Plaza for an evening of fun and socializing! Free food, beer and wine will be on hand from 9pm-midnight. Credential and lanyard required.

Led by Dartmouth head coach Jen Williams, NFCA Convention attendees can get their juices flowing first thing in the morning with a group workout session!

Rise and shine and start your day off right with Bethany College head coach Cassie Moore as she leads Convention attendees in a group yoga session!

** Please bring your own yoga mat.

Make sure you stop by the registration booth to pick up your credential and event information. Also, visit our merchandise booth to receive a free gift from the NFCA, play games to win prizes, and look through our inventory of new swag.

***Access into any and all NFCA Convention sessions requires a credential and lanyard.
***Credentials must be worn at all times during the annual Convention and may be obtained on-site at the NFCA Convention registration desk.
***Please note, security will monitor entry into all of the Convention sessions and access will not be permitted without the appropriate accreditation.

Special Guest Speaker: Aubree Monroe Watson

Grab a bite to eat and fuel yourself before a full day of education.

Whether you’re a nationally known travel program or your team is just getting started, learn from college coaches about what they look for in a recruitable student-athlete, how digital recruiting plays a role in every athlete’s process and how you can develop relationships with college coaches on behalf of your athletes. This interactive panel will give you a deep dive straight from the mouths of the college coaches you hope are recruiting your softball student-athletes.

Panelists: Tyler Bratton (Mississippi State), Jeremy Higdon(Fury Fastpitch), Sam Marder (Oregon), Keith Parr (Christopher Newport) and Jennifer Teague (Columbia).

Join your fellow Director of Operations, Volunteer Assistants, and Student Assistants for a round table discussion surrounding best practices for softball programs.

Only High School NFCA members may attend and propose items for consideration by the group and have a voice/vote during the caucus.

The premier business event of the Convention, the High School Caucus brings together the membership group to discuss current issues, review and discuss pending legislation, create action plans for future changes to the game and collaboratively shape the sport for the future.

Only Travel Ball NFCA members may attend and propose items for consideration by the group and have a voice/vote during the caucus.

The premier business event of the Convention, the Travel Ball Caucus brings together the membership group to discuss current issues, review and discuss pending legislation, create action plans for future changes to the game and collaboratively shape the sport for the future.

Head inside the exhibit hall to visit with over 100 companies. The growth of our sport depends on the investment of these entities, so show your support and discover innovative products, apparel and services that will ultimately benefit your teams!

Panelists: Cindy Bristow (UC Riverside), Lauren Ebstein (Tufts), Lisa Fernandez (UCLA), Melyssa Lombardi (Oregon), Jennifer Rocha (Oklahoma), Heather Tarr (Washington), Kirk Walker (UCLA).

Learn how coaches influence, shape, and drive Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion within their programs.

Full Panel: Kristen Butler (Rutgers), Lindsay Fico (Mercer), Tim Walton (Florida).

Invitation-only event for Coach Emeriti members to enjoy fellowship, discuss relevant topics within the sport, and to engage our Coach Emeriti members in NFCA educational offerings.

NFCA Official Convention Sponsor Sports Attack will raffle off one FREE Junior Hack Attack pitching machine to be shipped straight to your door post-Convention. Stop by booth 717 to enter!

The Digital Auction ends at Noon. Make sure you get your last-minute bids in!

NFCA Official Sponsor HitTrax invites you to the Exhibit Hall batting cage for a Home Run Derby along with refreshments and snacks. Who will be crowned the 2021 champion?

The bats are heating up for this year’s home run derby. We are excited to have six Pro and Olympic athletes compete in the home run derby. The newly added format allows these athletes to select a favorite coach to compete with them creating a powerful home run hitting team. That’s right! Coaches and players will compete against other powerhouse athletes and coaches.

It doesn’t stop here! This competition allows YOU to pledge to your favorite powerhouse team. HitTrax has partnered with the Natasha Watley Foundation to help serve girls in underserved communities. Every donation pledged to the derby will be donated directly to the Natasha Watley Foundation to help girls learn the game of softball.

What team are you supporting? Who will be crowned the 2021 NFCA Home Run Derby Champion? Follow the donation link here to get behind your favorite team and support the NWF: NWF X NFCA Homerun Derby (99pledges.com)

NFCA Official Sponsor Netting Professionals will be raffling off the batting cage used in the Exhibit Hall to one lucky attendee.

The Softball Summit presented by USA Softball is a 'must-attend' event. It affords attendees the opportunity to hear relevant issues surrounding the sport from various softball dignitaries.

This programming during the Grassroots Summit presented by Wilson is designed specifically for the travel ball, high school and youth coach.

3-3:45 PM: College Coaches Panel featuring: Clarissa Crowell (Penn State), Jen Herzig (James Madison), Mike Davenport (North Georgia), Luke Wesneski (Alfred University), Lana Ross (Kansas City Kansas CC)

3:50-4:20 PM - "How the Physics of Softball Wins Games" - Michael Mook (West Texas A&M)

4:20-4:50 PM - "How to Individualize Training in a Team Environment"- Rachel Folden (Chicago Cubs)

An opportunity for High School, Travel Ball and Youth coaches to network and mingle with their peers during this Social Hour presented by Fundraising University.

* High School, Travel Ball and Youth Coaches only.

Come join us and mingle with friends over drinks before we celebrate the NFCA's Hall of Fame Classes of 2020 and 2021.

Credential and lanyard required.

Join us for a special night as we induct the classes of 2020 and 2021 into the NFCA Hall of Fame.

Class of 2020: Donna Fields (St. Mary's University), Kris Herman (Williams College), Heinz Mueller (Phoenix College)

Class of 2021: Mary Higgins (Creighton University), Leslie Huntington (University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire)

Make sure you stop by the registration booth to pick up your credential and event information. Also, visit our merchandise booth to receive a free gift from the NFCA, play games to win prizes, and look through our inventory of new swag.

***Access into any and all NFCA Convention sessions requires a credential and lanyard.
***Credentials must be worn at all times during the annual Convention and may be obtained on-site at the NFCA Convention registration desk.
***Please note, security will monitor entry into all of the Convention sessions and access will not be permitted without the appropriate accreditation.

The NFCA's All-America meetings are invitation only.

Division I (Society)

Division II (Committee)

Division III (Caucus)

NAIA (Accord)

NJCAA (Council)

High School Steering (Unity)

Hitting: Joe Yegge (Missouri Western)

Outfield: Jen McIntyre (Ohio State)

Pitching: Jamie Allred (North Texas)

Come join us for brunch as we celebrate the accomplishments of fellow coaches, honoring our:

Easton/NFCA Assistant Coaches of the Year

NFCA Regional and National Coaching Staffs of the Year

NFCA Victory Club

Donna Newberry "Perseverance" Award

Humanitarian Award

Netting Professionals / NFCA Field of the Year

Outgoing NFCA Board of Directors

Easton/NFCA Top 10 Academic Teams

NFCC Four-Star Awards

A brand-new specialty programming. Mix & match or follow one track (Head Coach, Assistant Coach or Instructor). Rotate every 45 minutes!

Quick Pitch by FieldTurf prior to presentation.

Part of a brand-new specialty programming broken into three 45-minute sessions. Attendees can select one track (Head Coach, Assistant Coach or Instructor) or choose to mix it up.

Part of a brand-new specialty programming broken into three 45-minute sessions. Attendees can select one track (Head Coach, Assistant Coach or Instructor) or choose to mix it up.

Part of a brand-new specialty programming broken into three 45-minute sessions. Attendees can select one track (Head Coach, Assistant Coach or Instructor) or choose to mix it up.

Part of a brand-new specialty programming broken into three 45-minute sessions. Attendees can select one track (Head Coach, Assistant Coach or Instructor) or choose to mix it up.

Panelists: Tyra Perry (Illinois), John Tschida (Saint Mary's University [Minn.]), Don Don Williams (Southern Utah),

Part of a brand-new specialty programming broken into three 45-minute sessions. Attendees can select one track (Head Coach, Assistant Coach or Instructor) or choose to mix it up.

Part of a brand-new specialty programming broken into three 45-minute sessions. Attendees can select one track (Head Coach, Assistant Coach or Instructor) or choose to mix it up.

Panelists: Kelly Ford (Cal State Fullerton), Darin Monroe (Rock Valley College), Jessica Pistole (Southern Oregon)

Part of a brand-new specialty programming broken into three 45-minute sessions. Attendees can select one track (Head Coach, Assistant Coach or Instructor) or choose to mix it up.

Part of a brand-new specialty programming broken into three 45-minute sessions. Attendees can select one track (Head Coach, Assistant Coach or Instructor) or choose to mix it up.

Part of a brand-new specialty programming broken into three 45-minute sessions. Attendees can select one track (Head Coach, Assistant Coach or Instructor) or choose to mix it up.

$ - Additional Fee

Registration: 5:30-6:00 PM | Instructors: Jessica Allister (Stanford), John Rittman (Clemson), Shonda Stanton (Indiana)

Championship teams run championship practices. Learn how to design and implement practices from small group and individual segments to full team sessions that allow skill development in a competitive atmosphere.

- Take an in-depth look at planning, organizing and conducting practices from the ground up
- Construct a draft of a master practice plan and discuss sample daily plans
- Consider differences in pre-season, pre-game and off-season plans
- Develop practice policies and procedures, logistics and routines
-Discuss mistakes coaches make when teaching drills and how to prevent them
- Learn how to boost your players' performance through effective feedback
- Actively participate in drills designed to improve your personal coaching skills
- Observe and evaluate practices designed to help players develop game sense, counter offensive-defensive strategies and prepare for games

For more information and to sign up go to www.nfcaevents.org

$ - Additional Fee

Instructors: Jessica Allister (Stanford), John Rittman (Clemson), Shonda Stanton

Championship teams run championship practices. Learn how to design and implement practices from small group and individual segments to full team sessions that allow skill development in a competitive atmosphere.
- Take an in-depth look at planning, organizing and conducting practices from the ground up
- Construct a draft of a master practice plan and discuss sample daily plans
- Consider differences in pre-season, pre-game and off-season plans
- Develop practice policies and procedures, logistics and routines
-Discuss mistakes coaches make when teaching drills and how to prevent them
- Learn how to boost your players' performance through effective feedback
- Actively participate in drills designed to improve your personal coaching skills
- Observe and evaluate practices designed to help players develop game sense, counter offensive-defensive strategies and prepare for games

For more information and to sign up go to www.nfcaevents.org