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About Me

Background
I played softball for 22 years, and have coached and/or provided private lessons or camps for pitching since 2003. In 2011, I was inducted into the Athletic Hall of Fame at Ohio Dominican University, as the first softball player in school history. Over the course of my softball career, I have experienced many ups and downs, because I come from a Navy family who moved every four years. Trying to get on a team or make a position requires a lot of work and dedication. I want to bring my knowledge of the game and position to all athletes. I have worked with beginners to post collegiate pitchers that want to develop, fine tune their mechanics, or work on the mental side of pitching too. I am looking forward to working with you, your daughter, or team.

Coaching Experience
– 19 years of coaching experience
– Student Assistant Coach at Ohio Dominican University in 2003
– Pitching Coach at Grand Slam in 2003, 2017-present
– Junior Varsity Coach at Pickerington Central in 2004
– Grandview Heights Local School Districts Pitching Coach 2016-2018
– Pickerington Central High School Varsity Assistant and Pitching Coach 2017-2020

High School
– 1994 Conference Pitcher of the Year (Florida)
– 1996-1998 OCC Division 1 District Champions
– 1997 and 1998 Division 1 Regional Champions
– 1997 and 1998 State Tournament appearances
– 1997 Division 1 Ohio State Champions.

Playing Experience 
– 22 years of softball experience
– 1995 Florida State Champions
– 1992 Florida State Champions
– National Tournament Experiences in travel ball (Florida and Ohio)

College – Ohio Dominican University
– 2011 Inducted in the Athletic Hall of Fame
– 2002, 2001 Pitched two perfect games
– 2001-2002 All-American
– 1999-2002 Conference Player of the Week
– 1999-2002 All-Conference
– 2002 Female Senior Athlete of the Year 

Pitches that I can teach…

 

Without a doubt, the pitcher is the most important position on the field. Pitching is also probably the most difficult to learn. If you are looking to develop your grip, mechanics, velocity, accuracy, and most importantly the mental game you are in the right place. I can help players of all ages, beginners to competitive levels.

  • Fastball
  • Change up
  • Drop
  • Drop curve
  • Curve
  • Rise
  • Screw

What My Clients Say

"I have had the opportunity to work with Melissa as an instructor for 4 years and as my pitching coach for the last 2 years ... Melissa has a unique ability to connect with her students and break down the mechanics of pitching .. she also conveys that message to parents so parents can take the drills and use them as their own on their child ... proud to have Melissa In our travel organization, she has helped countless number of kids gain velocity, learn secondary pitches and build confidence while they toe the rubber ...I recommend Melissa as an individual instructor or to instruct small groups , her knowledge experience and expertise will help kids all of ages..."
Chris Cardon
Softball Coach
"Melissa has been a game changer for my daughter and her development as a pitcher. What’s especially stood out is Melissa’s ability to connect with Allie, give her the tools to grow and watch how quickly she has developed. I would highly recommend Melissa Rodgers to anyone trying to advance their skills as a pitcher."
Michael Whyte
Softball Dad

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