2026 Convention Schedule

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 8

NFCC 403: Position Play & Individual Defensive Skills

(Additional Fee)

Registration: 8:00-9:00 AM

9:00 AM-6:00 PM • Avalon 23 & 29
Instructors: Katie Repole (Clemson); Tony Smith (Colorado State)

Go in-depth on the defensive side of the game with this two-day course from the NFCA. Join three high-level instructors as they break down the skills, drills, and techniques necessary to play defense at a championship level. Learn individual fundamental components for every defensive position, team defensive drills to take runs off the scoreboard, and challenge what you think you know as you talk shifts and alignments. Get your notebook ready; this class is going to be a goldmine of information.

*This course qualifies for one credit towards an NFCA defensive endorsement

REGISTER HERE

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NFCC 410 Seminar: The Pitching Collective

(Additional Fee)

Registration: 8-9:00 AM
9:00 AM-6:00 PM • Avalon 14-17, 27

Instructors: Lonni Alameda (Florida State); Cindy Bristow (Emeriti); Megan Brown (Southern Illinois); Lauren Ebstein (Northwestern); Laura Heberling (Kansas); Giselle Juarez-Presley (UConn); Emlyn Knerem (Belmont); Megan Rhodes Smith (Tennessee); Lisa Van Ackeren (Princeton)

The Pitching Collective will change the way you train your pitchers, implement new workouts, manage in-game matchups/strategy, and more. In our BIGGEST pitching event ever, we will bring together some of the most notable coaches in the game to share the way they develop their pitching staffs from start to finish throughout the year. Get ready to be part of the most dynamic pitching program to date.

*This course qualifies for one credit towards an NFCA pitching endorsement

REGISTER HERE

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Convention Registration

Noon-4:00 PM • Wildwood Registration Counter

Make sure you stop by the registration desk to pick up your credential, event information and attendee gift from the NFCA.

• 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.

REGISTER HERE

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 9

NFCC 403: Position Play & Individual Defensive Skills

(Additional Fee)

8:00 AM-Noon • Avalon 23 & 29

Instructors: Katie Repole (Clemson); Tony Smith (Colorado State)

Go in-depth on the defensive side of the game with this two-day course from the NFCA. Join three high-level instructors as they break down the skills, drills, and techniques necessary to play defense at a championship level. Learn individual fundamental components for every defensive position, team defensive drills to take runs off the scoreboard, and challenge what you think you know as you talk shifts and alignments. Get your notebook ready; this class is going to be a goldmine of information.

*This course qualifies for one credit towards an NFCA defensive endorsement

REGISTER HERE

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NFCC 410 Seminar: The Pitching Collective

(Additional Fee)

8:00 AM-Noon • Avalon 14-17, 27

Instructors: Lonni Alameda (Florida State); Cindy Bristow (Emeriti); Megan Brown (Southern Illinois); Lauren Ebstein (Northwestern); Laura Heberling (Kansas); Giselle Juarez-Presley (UConn); Emlyn Knerem (Belmont); Megan Rhodes Smith (Tennessee); Lisa Van Ackeren (Princeton)

The Pitching Collective will change the way you train your pitchers, implement new workouts, manage in-game matchups/strategy, and more. In our BIGGEST pitching event ever, we will bring together some of the most notable coaches in the game to share the way they develop their pitching staffs from start to finish throughout the year. Get ready to be part of the most dynamic pitching program to date.

*This course qualifies for one credit towards an NFCA pitching endorsement

REGISTER HERE

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Convention Registration & Merchandise

9:00 AM-9:00 PM • Wildwood Registration Counter

Make sure you stop by the registration desk to pick up your credential and event information.

• 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.

Visit our merchandise desk to receive attendee gift from the NFCA, play games to win prizes, and look through our inventory of new swag (merchandise provided by SanMar Sports).

REGISTER HERE • SHOP HERE

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Pre-Con: The Pitcher's Edge

(Additional Cost)

1:00-4:00 PM • Avalon 14-17, 27

Speakers: Courtney Deifel (Arkansas); Melissa Inouye (Fordham); Beth Torina (LSU)

Whether you continue your "Pitching Palooza" adventure by adding this three-hour session onto our NFCC 410 class, or take it as a standalone program, be sure to ignite your Atlantic City experience with this unique Pre-Convention Seminar. Designed to give your pitchers the edge when it comes to their mentality, training, and execution, you will want to be in the room for this one.

For more information and to sign up click HERE

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Pre-Con: Beyond the Barrel: Building the Complete Hitter

(Additional Cost)

1:00-4:00 PM • Avalon 23 & 29

Instructors: Beth Lazarus (Villanova - Sports Performance Coach)

A great hitter has more than a great swing. Approach, preparation, competitiveness, body awareness, and more all play into the output achieved in the batter's box. This three-hour seminar will cover strength & conditioning, mental training, the role of technology, approach/intentionality at the plate, and more to create a toolbox for coaches that goes beyond exit velocity and batting average. If you want to build a complete hitter, you can't sleep on these aspects of the game. Join us for this session to level up your offense.

For more information and to sign up click HERE

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NCAA Head Coaches Committee Meetings

3:30-5:00 PM

Invitation-only meetings for representatives of the NCAA Division I, II & III Head Coaches Committees to discuss relevant topics and to prepare for their respective Caucuses

• NCAA Division I • Avalon 25-26
• NCAA Division II • Avalon 21
• NCAA Division III • Avalon 24

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Rookie Orientation presented by Triple Crown Sports

(First-Time Attendees)

4:00-4:50 PM • Atlantic City Ballroom

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 the Rookie Orientation presented by Triple Crown Sports.

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NAIA Head Coaches Committee Meeting

4:00-5:00 PM • Avalon 22

Invitation-only meetings for representatives of the NAIA Head Coaches Committees to discuss relevant topics and to prepare for the NAIA Caucus.

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"First Pitch" Opening Welcome with Keynote Dr. Amber Selking

5:30-6:50 PM • Avalon 1-13, 28, 30

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 CEO Carol Bruggeman and NFCA President Kenny Gajewski, followed by Dr. Amber Selking's keynote address "Winning the Mental Game on the Field and in Life"

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NFCA Opening Reception presented by SportsRecruits

7:00-9:00 PM • Avalon Pre-Function

Come join us at our NFCA Opening Reception presented by SportsRecruits! A two-hour event filled with networking, complimentary food and drinks!

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NFCA Committee Meetings

7:30-8:30 PM

• High School Steering Committee (Invite Only) • Avalon 22

8:30-9:30 PM

• Access & Opportunity Committee • Avalon 19
• Awards Committee • Avalon 18
• Ethics Committee (Invite Only) • Avalon 20
• Events Committee • Avalon 21
• Mentoring Committee • Avalon 24
• Publications Committee • Avalon 22

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Equality Coaches Alliance: LGBTQ

9:00-10:00 PM • Avalon 25-26

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.

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Fireside Chats

9:00-10:00 PM

Can't get enough when it comes to hitting or pitching? We understand and lucky for you, you're not alone. Join your peers and keep the conversation going for new ideas.

Hitting • Avalon 14-17, 27
Panelists: Jen Consaul (Army West Point)

Pitching • Avalon 23-26, 29
Panelists: TBA

Legends • Avalon 1-13, 28, 30
Panelists: TBA

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 10

Convention Registration & Merchandise

7:00 AM-8:00 PM • Wildwood Registration Counter

Make sure you stop by the registration desk to pick up your credential and event information.

• 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.

Visit our merchandise desk to receive an attendee gift from the NFCA, play games to win prizes, and look through our inventory of new swag (merchandise provided by SanMar Sports).

REGISTER HERE • SHOP HERE

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NFCA Breakfast

7:00-8:30 AM • Avalon Pre-Function

Grab a bite to eat at the NFCA Breakfast before your morning meetings.

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NFCA Caucuses

Only division/group-specific NFCA members may attend and propose items for consideration by the group and have a voice/vote during their respective caucus.

The premier business event of the Convention brings together the respective membership groups 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.

8:30-9:45 AM

• High School Caucus presented by Rip-It • Atlantic City Ballroom Salon A
• Travel Ball Caucus presented by Rip-It • Atlantic City Ballroom Salon D

8:30-11:30 AM

• NCAA Division I Caucus presented by GoRout • Avalon 1-13, 28, 30
• NCAA Division II Caucus • Avalon 23-26, 29
• NCAA Division III Caucus presented by GoRout • Avalon 14-17, 27
• NAIA Caucus • Avalon 18-19
• NJCAA Caucus presented by Online Donations • Avalon 24-26
• Cal JC Caucus • Avalon 22

10:00-11:30 AM

• High School/Travel Ball Joint Caucus presented by Capelli Sport • Atlantic City Ballroom Salon B&C

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International Softball Gathering

8:30-11:30 AM • Avalon 21

Interested in softball on an international level? This is the place! Join fellow coaches from across the globe in an informal setting to discuss opportunities, challenges, and best practices for growing the sport.

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Visit the Exhibit Show

11:30 AM-6:30 PM • Exhibit Hall

The Exhibit Show opens its doors to attendees at 11:00 a.m. It’s your opportunity to discover innovative products, apparel and services from 175 companies! Stop by to build relationships that may benefit your team in the future.

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HitTrax Batting Cage Session

1:00-1:45 PM • Lower Cage

Batting cage demonstration reserved for companies in the Exhibit Show.

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Drills, Drills, Drills

1:30-2:50 PM • Avalon 1-13, 28, 30

Get in on the action with three unique 25-minute sessions jam-packed with drills you can implement right away. Reminder: you will get a recording of this session so don't worry about rapid-fire note-taking. No videotaping, please.

• Baserunning • Aaron Mullens (Murray State College)
• Hitting • Jexx Varner (Kent State University)
• Pitching • TBA

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Hitting Demo
Jordyn Rudd-Lee (Northwestern); Fran Strub (Iowa)

2:00-2:50 PM • Upper Cage

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Maximizing Your Data Sets
Caty Reeves (Virginia)

2:00-2:50 PM • Avalon 18-19

Director of Ops programming

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HEAD COACH TRACK presented by FieldTurf
AI & Coaching Efficiency • Leslie Huntington (UW Eau Claire)

3:00-3:50 PM • Avalon 14-17, 27

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Electric Offense
UCLA Coaching Staff: Kelly Inouye-Perez (Head Coach); Lisa Fernandez (Assoc. Head Coach); Will Oldham (Assistant Coach); Mysha Sataraka (Assistant Coach)

3:00-3:50 PM • Avalon 1-13, 28, 30

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Pitching Demo

3:00-3:50 PM • Upper Cage

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Coaching Connections: Resume Building

3:00-5:00 PM • Avalon Terrace

Does your resumé need a refresh? Do you need to brush up on your interviewing skills? Would you like to talk in a safe space with someone about climbing the ladder and job mobility? Registered attendees can sign up for a time to visit with experienced industry leaders for a one on one session to help prepare you for the next step in your career.

Do you have a passion for helping young coaches with questions pertaining to job searches, resumés, and the hiring process in general? If you would like to offer advice on hiring a new assistant coach or honing a resumé, we need you!

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Director of Operations: Admin Panel Programming

3:00-3:50 PM • Avalon 18-19

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Caffeinated Conversations presented by Visit Central Florida Sports

3:00-4:00 PM • Avalon Pre-Function

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HEAD COACH TRACK presented by FieldTurf
Winning with People • Lizzie Ristano (Athlete Assessments)

4:00-4:50 PM • Avalon 14-17, 27

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Pitching Machines 101
Gerry Glasco (Texas Tech University)

4:00-4:50 PM • Avalon 1-13, 28, 30

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Catching Demo

4:00-4:50 PM • Upper Cage

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Director of Operations Programming

4:00-4:50 PM • Avalon 18-19

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HEAD COACH TRACK presented by FieldTurf
NIL & Financial Literacy • Tom Henske (totalcents)

5:00-5:50 PM • Avalon 14-17, 27

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MLB Together - Down the Hallway

5:00-6:00 PM • Avalon 23-26, 29

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Happy Hour presented by Discover Lake County (FL)

5:00-6:30 PM • Exhibit Hall

Continue your exploration of the exhibit hall with a beer or soft drink in hand for the NFCA Convention Happy Hour presented by Discover Lake County (FL).

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NJCAA Hall of Fame Induction

5:00-6:30 PM • Atlantic City Ballroom Salon B-C

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Mentoring Workshop presented by SixFour3

7:00-9:00 PM • Avalon 1-13, 28, 30

One of the most anticipated events of the week, the Mentoring Workshop presented by SixFour3! 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.

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Fireside Chats

9:00-10:00 PM

Can't get enough when it comes to catching, defense or hearing from the legends of our game? We understand and lucky for you, you're not alone. Join your peers and keep the conversation going for new ideas.

Catching • Avalon Avalon 14-17, 27
Panelists: TBA

Defense • Avalon 23-26, 29
Panelists: TBA

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PGF Social

9:00-11:00 PM • Harrah's Pool

You will not want to miss this once-in-a-lifetime venue—and with PGF running the show, you're guaranteed to have a great time. Stop by the Harrah's Pool After Dark for an unforgettable evening of excitement and socializing!

Credential and lanyard required - NO EXCEPTIONS!

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 11

Convention Registration & Merchandise

7:00 AM-1:00 PM • Wildwood Registration Counter

Make sure you stop by the registration desk to pick up your credential and event information.

• 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.

Visit our merchandise desk to receive an attendee gift from the NFCA, play games to win prizes, and look through our inventory of new swag (merchandise provided by SanMar Sports).

REGISTER HERE • SHOP HERE

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FCA Breakfast

7:00-8:30 AM • Avalon Terrace

Begin your morning with fellowship and breakfast alongside your fellow coaches.

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NFCA Breakfast presented by Turface Athletics

7:30-9:00 AM • Avalon Pre-Function

Fuel up for a full day of education with a hearty breakfast presented by Turface Athletics.

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Coaches Helping Coaches Breakout

7:30-9:00 AM • Avalon 18-19

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Coping & Coaching with Cancer Breakout

7:30-9:00 AM • Avalon 20-22

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NCAA Playing Rules Education

Steve McCown (National Coordinator of Softball Umpires); Vickie Van Kleeck (Softball Secretary-Rules Editor)

8:30-9:50 AM • Avalon 1-13, 28, 30

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Visit the Exhibit Hall!

9:00 AM-3:00 PM

The Exhibit Hall opens its doors to attendees at 9:00 a.m. With over 175 companies on hand, it’s your opportunity to discover innovative products, apparel and services! Stop by to build relationships that may benefit your team in the future.

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Words that Win: The Psychology of Powerful Coaching Communication
Jen Croneberger (Human Leadership Institute)

9:00-9:50 AM • Avalon 23-26, 29

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Coaches Who Win Panel
Panelists: TBA

9:00-9:50 AM • Avalon 14-17, 27

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Maximize Your Cage Space (Youth Education)
TBA

9:00-9:50 AM • Upper Cage

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Vendor Education

9:00-9:50 AM • Lower Cage

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Defense
Joanna Hardin (Virginia)

10:00-10:50 AM • Avalon 1-13, 28, 30

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Voice of the Program: Building Authority through Public Speaking
Jen Croneberger (Human Leadership Institute)

10:00-10:50 AM • Avalon 23-26, 29

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So You Want To Be A Head Coach
Fran Troyan (Lehigh); Sue Troyan (Lehigh - Deputy Dir. of Athletics)

10:00-10:50 AM • Avalon 14-17, 27

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How To: BP & Front Toss
TBA

10:00-10:50 AM • Upper Cage

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Vendor Education

10:00-10:50 AM • Lower Cage

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Coach Emeriti Luncheon & Meeting

10:00 AM-1:00 PM • Avalon Terrace

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From Pitcher to Pitching Coach
Taylor McQuillin (Utah)

11:00-11:50 AM • Avalon 1-13, 28, 30

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Beyond the Chalkboard: Mastering the Art of the Message
Jen Croneberger (Human Leadership Institute)

11:00-11:50 AM • Avalon 23-26, 29

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Youth Indoor Practice Planning
Jill Calloway (5 Star Athletics)

11:00-11:50 AM • Avalon 14-17, 27

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Infield Defensive Skills
Taylor Pleasants (LSU)

11:00-11:50 AM • Upper Cage

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NFCA Official Sponsor Rafflse

1:00-1:20 PM • Exhibit Hall

NFCA Official Sponsors Capelli Sport, Portolite, Sports Attack and STADIONIC will raffle off respecitive products on Friday. Those items will be shipped straight to your door post-Convention. Stop by their respective booths to enter!

• Capelli Sport • 312
• Portolite • 406
• Sports Attack • 610
• STADIONIC • 402

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"Coaching Softball in Today's World" presented by USA Softball

1:30-2:50 PM • Avalon 1-13, 28, 30

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Emeriti Panel
Panelists: TBA

3:00-3:50 PM • Avalon 23-26, 29

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Year WON: Perspectives from a first-year head coach
Maggie Mrowka (College of Charleston)

3:00-3:50 PM • Avalon 14-17, 27

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Slapping
India Chiles (Emory University); Monica Harrison (Carnegie Mellon University)

3:00-3:50 PM • Upper Cage

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What is Player Development?
Sam Marder (Oklahoma)

3:00-3:50 PM • Avalon 18-19

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Coaching Connections

3:00-5:00 PM • Avalon Terrace

Does your resumé need a refresh? Do you need to brush up on your interviewing skills? Would you like to talk in a safe space with someone about climbing the ladder and job mobility? Registered attendees can sign up for a time to visit with experienced industry leaders for a one on one session to help prepare you for the next step in your career.

Do you have a passion for helping young coaches with questions pertaining to job searches, resumés, and the hiring process in general? If you would like to offer advice on hiring a new assistant coach or honing a resumé, we need you!

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How to Use Pace, Time, and Discipline to Get the Most Out of Practice
Joe Guthrie (Northeast Alabama Community College)

4:00-4:50 PM • Avalon 23-26, 29

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Onboarding Assistant Coaches & New Staff Members
TBA

4:00-4:50 PM • Avalon 14-17, 27

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Demo
TBA

4:00-4:50 PM • Upper Cage

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Director of Operations Programming
TBA

4:00-4:50 PM • Avalon 18-19

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NFCA Hall of Fame Reception

6:30-7:00 PM • Avalon Pre-Function

Come join us and mingle with friends over drinks before we celebrate the NFCA's Hall of Fame Class of 2026.

$ - Cash Bar
Credential and lanyard required.

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NFCA Hall of Fame Banquet

7:00-10:00 PM • Avalon 1-13, 28, 30

Join us for a special night as we induct Ken Eriksen (USF), Denny Griffin (Alma College), Kirk Walker (UCLA - Ret.) and Veronica Wiggins (Florida A&M - Ret.) as the NFCA's Hall of Fame Class of 2026.

$ - Cash Bar
Credential and lanyard required.

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 12

Convention Registration & Merchandise

8:00 AM-Noon • Wildwood Registration Counter

Make sure you stop by the registration desk to pick up your credential and event information.

• 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.

Visit our merchandise desk to receive an attendee gift from the NFCA, play games to win prizes, and look through our inventory of new swag (merchandise provided by SanMar Sports).

REGISTER HERE • SHOP HERE

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NFCA All-America Meetings

8:00-8:50 AM (Invite Only)

• NCAA Division I • Avalon 18 & 19
• NCAA Division II & III • Avalon 23-26, 29
• NAIA & NJCAA • Avalon 14-17, 27

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Grab a Coffee with Emeriti

8:00-8:50 AM • Avalon Terrace

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Drills, Drills, Drills

9:00-10:30 AM • Avalon 1-13, 28, 30

Get in on the action with three unique 25-minute sessions jam-packed with drills you can implement right away. Reminder: you will get a recording of this session so don't worry about rapid-fire note-taking. No videotaping, please.

• Defense • TBA
• Hitting • TBA
• Pitching • Amber Fiser (Tulsa)

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Saturday Showcase: Drills, Drills, Drills

9:00-10:30 AM • Wildwood Ballroom

Want on-field demonstrations? Join us for a brand-new version of Drills, Drills, Drills, on a field, during our first-ever Saturday Showcase.

It is still three unique 25-minute sessions jam-packed with drills that you can implement right away.

Reminder: you will get a recording of this session so don't worry about rapid-fire note-taking. No videotaping, please.

• First Base Defense • TBA
• Catcher Throwing • TBA
• Pitcher Fielding Practice (PFP) • Larissa Anderson (Missouri)

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NFCA Awards Brunch

10:45 AM-12:30 PM • Avalon 1-13, 28, 30

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

• Outgoing NFCA Board of Directors
• Easton/NFCA Top 10 Academic Teams
• NFCC Four-Star Award
• StrikeOut Cancer (top fundraisers)
• STADIONIC/NFCA Field of the Year
• NFCA Victory Club
• ATEC/NFCA Regional and National Coaching Staffs of the Year
• Easton/NFCA Assistant Coaches of the Year
• Melinda Fischer Distinguished Service Award
• Donna Newberry "Perseverance" Award
• Humanitarian Award

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Re-Recruiting Your Roster: Strategies for roster retention in the portal world
Kimberly Stiles (Maine)

12:30-1:20 PM • Avalon 14-17, 27

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"Launch School" Training Pitching from the Ground Up
Connor Mammola (Missouri)

12:30-1:20 PM • Upper Cage

Movement efficiency and stability in pitching.

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Saturday Showcase: Full Team Infield Reps
Heather Tarr (Washington)

12:30-1:20 PM • Wildwood Ballroom

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Improving Swing Decisions and Reducing Chase Rates: Every team's end game
Tony Abbatine (Frozen Ropes)

1:30-2:20 PM • Avalon 14-17, 27

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The Art of the Changeup
Jen Steele (Delaware)

1:30-2:20 PM • Upper Cage

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Saturday Showcase: TBA
1:30-2:20 PM • Wildwood Ballroom

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Programming TBA
TBA

2:30-3:20 PM • Upper Cage

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Programming TBA
TBA

2:30-3:20 PM • Avalon 14-17, 27

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Saturday Showcase: Everyday Drills for Fielding Mechanics
Mike Reed (NJ Gators / Camden County College)

2:30-3:20 PM • Wildwood Ballroom

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Programming TBA
TBA

3:30-4:20 PM • Avalon 14-17, 27

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Skills & Drills for Athlete Development
Nikki (Michalowski) Thomson (Pennsbury Gems)

3:30-4:20 PM • Upper Cage

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Saturday Showcase: Youth Throwing
Suzy Willemssen (VA Glory)

3:30-4:20 PM • Wildwood Ballroom

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WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 9

NCAA Head Coaches Committee Meetings

3:30-5:00 PM

Invitation-only meetings for representatives of the NCAA Division I, II & III Head Coaches Committees to discuss relevant topics and to prepare for their respective Caucuses

• NCAA Division I • Avalon 25-26
• NCAA Division II • Avalon 21
• NCAA Division III • Avalon 24

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NAIA Head Coaches Committee Meeting

4:00-5:00 PM • Avalon 22

Invitation-only meetings for representatives of the NAIA Head Coaches Committees to discuss relevant topics and to prepare for the NAIA Caucus.

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NFCA Committee Meetings

7:30-8:30 PM

• High School Steering Committee (Invite Only) • Avalon 22

8:30-9:30 PM

• Access & Opportunity Committee • Avalon 19
• Awards Committee • Avalon 18
• Ethics Committee (Invite Only) • Avalon 20
• Events Committee • Avalon 21
• Mentoring Committee • Avalon 24
• Publications Committee • Avalon 22

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Equality Coaches Alliance: LGBTQ

9:00-10:00 PM • Avalon 25-26

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.

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THURSDAY, DECEMBER 10

NFCA Caucuses

Only division/group-specific NFCA members may attend and propose items for consideration by the group and have a voice/vote during their respective caucus.

The premier business event of the Convention brings together the respective membership groups 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.

8:30-9:45 AM

• High School Caucus presented by Rip-It • Atlantic City Ballroom Salon A
• Travel Ball Caucus presented by Rip-It • Atlantic City Ballroom Salon D

8:30-11:30 AM

• NCAA Division I Caucus presented by GoRout • Avalon 1-13, 28, 30
• NCAA Division II Caucus • Avalon 23-26, 29
• NCAA Division III Caucus presented by GoRout • Avalon 14-17, 27
• NAIA Caucus • Avalon 18-19
• NJCAA Caucus presented by Online Donations • Avalon 24-26
• Cal JC Caucus • Avalon 22

10:00-11:30 AM

• High School/Travel Ball Joint Caucus presented by Capelli Sport • Atlantic City Ballroom Salon B&C

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International Softball Gathering

8:30-11:30 AM • Avalon 21

Interested in softball on an international level? This is the place! Join fellow coaches from across the globe in an informal setting to discuss opportunities, challenges, and best practices for growing the sport.

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SATURDAY, DECEMBER 12

NFCA All-America Meetings

8:00-8:50 AM (Invite Only)

• NCAA Division I • Avalon 18 & 19
• NCAA Division II & III • Avalon 23-26, 29
• NAIA & NJCAA • Avalon 14-17, 27

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