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Developing Her Game. Empowering Her Future.
A fastpitch softball partnership at Elite Baseball Training Chicago and Mundelein.
HER Hitting Academy is a female-focused softball development organization built to develop confident, intelligent, and resilient athletes both on and off the field.
At HER, we believe confidence, emotional intelligence, and mental toughness are the catalysts for skill development. Our mission is to create an environment where female athletes can develop their skills, deepen their understanding of the game, and build the confidence to compete, while being surrounded by women who understand and support their journey.
HER offers 1:1 training, small-group development, team training, and specialized instruction for athletes at a variety of ages and skill levels. Training goes beyond mechanics to incorporate softball IQ, situational awareness, competitive mindset, confidence, communication, and the mental side of performance. Our instructors bring experience as collegiate athletes, coaches, and professionals, creating a coaching environment that is both technically knowledgeable and deeply invested in the individual athlete.
A defining part of HER is its commitment to building a community for female softball players. We want athletes to have access to role models, coaches, and peers who challenge them to grow while making them feel supported along the way. Whether an athlete is just beginning her softball journey, competing at the high school level, or preparing for collegiate softball, HER is designed to meet her where she is and help her take the next step.
“Empowerment is more than telling girls they belong, it’s building spaces where they are valued, challenged, supported, and given every opportunity to grow. I’m incredibly grateful to build HER alongside people like Justin Stone, Cory Zomick, and the Elite team, people who don’t just support women’s sports, but genuinely advocate for, appreciate, and invest in them. There’s something powerful about working with people who love the women’s game just as much as the women playing it. Together, we’re creating more than better athletes. We’re creating opportunities for girls to recognize their value, find their confidence, and know that they belong here.”
Coach MarisaFounder, HER Hitting Academy
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Former Division I softball player at Western Michigan University and experienced hitting instructor with a power-hitting background. Marisa’s approach goes beyond mechanics, emphasizing softball IQ, confidence, emotional intelligence, mental toughness, and performing under pressure. She believes the mental side of the game is the catalyst for physical development and is passionate about helping athletes become confident, intelligent, and resilient competitors.
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Former University of Wisconsin–Whitewater All-American with extensive experience as both a player and coach, Haley brings a high level of knowledge and competitiveness to HER. She has coached travel softball and high school softball, giving her experience developing athletes at different stages of their careers. Her coaching is centered around strong fundamentals, confidence, and helping athletes become the best versions of themselves.
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Oak Park native and former Division I catcher at Southern Illinois University, Karrie brings years of experience as both a high-level player and coach. A former Team USA international competitor and current youth travel coach, she understands the importance of developing confident, competitive athletes who genuinely love the game. Her coaching combines experience, energy, and a strong emphasis on enjoying the process of getting better.
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A versatile competitive softball player with experience at second base, center field, and catcher, Gina brings energy, creativity, and a passion for continued growth to HER. She is focused on developing as both an athlete and coach while pursuing her goal of playing Division I softball. Gina especially enjoys helping younger players while bringing her interests in marketing, social media, and creativity into the HER community.
A lifelong softball player who started with T-ball and baseball before making the switch to softball at age nine, Katie went on to become a four-year varsity starter and All-City and All-State athlete at Denver East High School. After competing at the highest levels of club softball and being recruited by multiple Division I programs, she chose to focus on academics at Purdue University, where she earned her nursing degree. Now a Registered Nurse at Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Katie brings both high-level athletic experience and a healthcare background to her coaching. She believes softball teaches discipline, resilience, confidence, teamwork, and how to navigate failure, and she is passionate about helping young women grow both on and off the field.
Book with KatiePersonalized 60-minute training built around the individual athlete. Our rolling 1:1 model gives athletes the flexibility to book sessions as their schedules allow, with instruction tailored to their specific goals, strengths, and areas for development.
Email to BookHigh-quality instruction in a small-group setting designed to maximize meaningful reps and individualized feedback. Athletes train in a focused environment while developing mechanics, softball IQ, confidence, and the ability to apply skills in competitive situations.
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HER instructors are available now for 1:1 softball lessons at $120/session, with small-group training available above.
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