Fastpitch Softball Coaches & Instructors in Ohio
25 private instructors available across Ohio — enter your ZIP to find coaches near you.
Ohio is one of the most competitive fastpitch states in the country — the travel ball scene here is deep, and the private softball instructor community matches it. From the Cleveland suburbs to Columbus to Cincinnati, experienced instructors work with players from rec ball all the way through college prep. Ohio consistently sends players to D1 programs across the Big Ten and beyond, and private instruction is a major reason why. Whether your player needs a pitching instructor, hitting coach, or catching fundamentals, Ohio has serious instructors ready to help.
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Pauly Girl certified Elite fastpitch pitching instructor based in Hudson Ohio near Akron.
Grew up playing softball in Cleveland and served as starting catcher and pitching coach in high school helping her team reach a Sectional Championship. Earned a Division I tennis scholarship to Cleveland State University. Varsity pitching coach for Rocky River High School.
Pauly Girl certified fastpitch pitching instructor based in New Bremen Ohio.
Fastpitch softball pitching instructor at Make the Team in Groveport Ohio near Columbus.
Three-time All-American with 14 years of Division I collegiate coaching experience. Owner of Make the Team in Groveport Ohio near Columbus. Offers hitting and defensive instruction.
Fastpitch softball pitching instructor at Make the Team in Groveport Ohio near Columbus.
Pauly Girl certified fastpitch pitching instructor based in Willow Wood Ohio.
Former head coach at Keystone High School with a 428-77 record over 19 seasons and member of the Ohio Coaches Hall of Fame. Later served as assistant coach at Ashland University. One of the most decorated pitching coaches in Ohio with decades of elite instruction experience.
Three-time conference pitcher of the year at Wheelersburg High School with over 10 years of pitching instruction experience. Offers fastpitch pitching lessons at Champions Baseball and Softball Academy in Cincinnati.
Division I athlete at University of Akron and University of Pittsburgh (ACC) earning All-MAC Tournament Team honors. Offers hitting and catching instruction at Leffew FastPitch in North Ridgeville Ohio.
Founder of Elite Softball Training Academy in Beavercreek Ohio near Dayton. Former collegiate athlete and four-year varsity pitcher with first-team all-state honors. Offers pitching fielding and hitting instruction.
Former varsity player at Madison High School and Lee University athletic scholarship recipient. Offers hitting and fielding instruction at Champions Baseball and Softball Academy in Cincinnati Ohio.
Led Gibsonburg High School to three consecutive state championships (2001-2003) earning League Player of the Year three times and was featured in Sports Illustrated. Full scholarship to Division 1 Butler University graduating in 2007.
Pauly Girl certified fastpitch pitching instructor based in Monroe Ohio near Cincinnati.
Pauly Girl certified fastpitch pitching instructor based in Salem Ohio.
Hi everyone! I’m excited to start offering private softball lessons for girls of all ages in the area! 🥎❤️ I grew up playing softball and have 15 years of experience, including playing at the collegiate level. The game has given me so much over the years, and I would love the opportunity to give back and help young players build their skills and confidence. I specialize in hitting and fielding, and I also offer pitching lessons. Whether your daughter is just starting out, getting ready for school ball, or wanting some extra reps in the offseason, I would love to help! I offer both one on one lessons and small group lessons for up to 4 girls, so teammates or friends are more than welcome to come together and work on their game. More than anything, I want to create a positive and encouraging environment where girls can learn, have fun, and fall even more in love with the sport. I know how important good coaches and mentors were for me growing up, and I hope to be that for the next generation of players. If you are interested or have any questions, please send me a message! I can’t wait to meet some new faces and spend time doing what I love most. 🥎
Owner and pitching instructor at Make the Change Fastpitch in Akron Ohio. Holds a Master's degree in Sport Administration from Belmont University and has Division I coaching experience at IPFW and Kent State University. Uses video analysis and Rapsodo Pitching 2.0 technology in her instruction.
Former MLB scout for the Chicago Cubs and White Sox with over 20 years of softball instruction experience. Former college player and coach at the University of South Carolina. Offers hitting and fielding instruction at Champions in Cincinnati.
Pauly Girl certified fastpitch pitching instructor based in Lewisburg Ohio.
Former player at Volunteer State Community College ranked number one nationally. Offers catching instruction at Champions Baseball and Softball Academy in Cincinnati Ohio.
Over 10 years of pitching coaching experience at Padua Franciscan High School. Trained under Hall of Famer Dave Leffew. Offers pitching instruction at Leffew FastPitch in North Ridgeville Ohio.
Pauly Girl certified fastpitch pitching instructor based in Eaton Ohio.
National Fastpitch Softball Hall of Fame inductee and former head coach at Ashland University. Has been coaching hitting since 1987 and brings one of the most accomplished resumes of any instructor in the state.
Pauly Girl certified Elite fastpitch pitching instructor based in Shaker Heights Ohio near Cleveland.
Father of seven who discovered his passion for pitching instruction coaching his daughters through recreational travel and high school softball. Engineering and research background serving Southwest Ohio.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much do private fastpitch softball lessons cost in Ohio?
Private fastpitch lessons in Ohio typically run $30–$150 per hour depending on the coach's experience and specialty. Group or semi-private lessons usually cost less per player. Use the ZIP search above to compare instructors and rates near you.
How do I find a pitching coach near me in Ohio?
Enter your ZIP code above and filter by "Pitching" to see private pitching instructors within your chosen radius across Ohio. You can adjust the search radius up to 50 miles to widen your results.
What specialties do Ohio softball coaches offer?
Coaches in Ohio offer instruction across pitching, hitting, fielding, catching, and mental game training. Use the specialty filter in the search tool above to narrow results to exactly what your player needs.