You made it—welcome to the Pack Baseball & Softball Academy online community! Whether you’re here to level up your game, grow as a coach, or just hang out with fellow baseball and softball fanatics, you’re officially part of the family now. We believe in high-fives, hustle, and helping each other get better every day. This is your space to ask questions, share your wins (big or small), and learn from the best—on and off the field. Welcome to the Pack, coach — quick roll call. Drop 3 quick bullets so we can get you plugged in: - City/State: - Who you coach: (age + baseball/softball) - Your #1 challenge right now: (hitting / pitching / practice plans / parents / culture / recruiting) I’ll reply with one resource or idea for your challenge — and I’m sure other coaches will jump in too.

We're looking for 500 coaches and athletes ready to shape the future of baseball and softball training. Here's what you get: ✅ FREE access to Pack AI swing analysis for a FULL YEAR ✅ Real-time hitting feedback powered by AI technology ✅ Full access to all new products launching throughout 2026 ✅ Direct input on product development (your feedback shapes everything) ✅ Exclusive community access with coaches and athletes pushing the same mission What we need from you: Weekly check-ins in our Skool community (On this thread) Honest feedback to help us perfect the system Commitment to testing and growing with us This is YOUR chance to be part of the Pack AI revolution before it launches to the world. The first 500 to sign up get locked in for a year of free access—no strings attached, just pure development. Ready to level up? Sign up for the beta: https://forms.gle/NMmUpXPGm4paZDj9A The strength of the Pack is in the Pack. Let's build something legendary together. 🐺 #PackAI #BetaTester #SwingAnalysis #AITraining #CoachingCommunity #BaseballTech #SoftballTech #WolfPackRising #EliteTraining #FreeAccess

29 years old. Still playing competitive softball. Head Coach of Iowa Slammers 18U. Pitching coach. Catching coach. Hitting coach. And most importantly—a coach who gets it. Coach Hailey's journey is rooted in passion. She's been playing since T-ball and literally hasn't stopped. Her parents coached her. Now she coaches the next generation with the same fire and dedication. What makes her different: ✓ She still plays competitive softball (55+ mph fastball) ✓ She coaches girls ages 6-18, understanding every level ✓ She teaches pitching, catching, and hitting—and uses all three to make her players better ✓ She builds FAMILY culture first, skills second ✓ She's a role model, not just a coach—girls see her competing at the same level "You gotta really connect with your girls if you're gonna get anywhere in softball. Girls need to have confidence in themselves AND trust in their coach." Her core philosophy: Make it fun. Make it expressive. But know when to be serious. Build the player AND the person. Interested in learning more about Coach Hailey's approach to coaching, team culture, and developing confident athletes? Drop a comment or DM us to connect. 🙌 @Hailey Askland

The Truth About Youth Baseball: A Message from Coach Andrew Weissman Coach Andrew Weissman is 78 years old, still coaching, and he's got something to say about the youth baseball industry. And it needs to be heard. THE HARD TRUTH: "7% of you get to college. 93% of you are done. Even though you're in high school, you're never gonna play organized sports again at a high level." Yet there are academies, trainers, and coaches promising: ❌ "Hit like Aaron Judge" ❌ "Throw 100 mph" ❌ "Play shortstop like Bobby Witt" This drives Coach Weissman crazy. And rightfully so. HIS REAL MESSAGE: "Hit as good as you can. Get to whatever level you can get to. Get you confident, satisfied, and performing at a level you're happy playing baseball." THE REAL GOAL: ✓ Build self-confidence ✓ Build honest self-image ✓ Help them be honest with themselves ✓ Celebrate when they exceed expectations ✓ Help them enjoy the game Coach Weissman's Advice to Young Coaches: "Understand your players. What do they dream of? What are they capable of? See if you can get them to be a little bit more than either of you thought." Be honest. Be real. Build the player, not the hype. This is the Pack philosophy. This is how we develop athletes AND people. Comment or DM us if you want to connect with Coach Weissman and join a community that values development over promises. 🙌 @Andrew Weissman

Head Coach of Women's Softball at Lassen Community College in Northern California. Coach Chavez embodies what we believe in at Pack: that softball is the vehicle for developing incredible humans. His journey from hometown player to transformational coach shows the power of coming back to serve your community. In just 4 years, Coach Chavez has taken Lassen's program from 6 wins to competing for state championships. But here's what really stands out—he prioritizes the PERSON first, the athlete second. His approach: ✓ Human-centered coaching (mandatory 1:1 check-ins with every athlete) ✓ Building family culture in a small-town community ✓ Developing resilience through failure and success ✓ Setting athletes up for life after softball "I want volunteers, not hostages. You're a person first, softball player second." If you're looking for a coach who genuinely cares about your development—both on and off the field—Coach Chavez is your guy. Interested in learning more? Drop a comment or DM us to get connected with Coach Chavez and the Lassen program. 🙌 @Colby Chavez