We choose to intentionally be different.
To focus on developing the WHOLE athlete – MENTALLY, PHYSICALLY & EMOTIONALLY
To create a culture of mentorship, education, growth & opportunities.
To surround the next generations with powerful female influencers who have walked where they want to go.
The Colorado Softball Academy NOCO Fastpitch Teams are made up of athletes who are looking to play C/B level competitive softball. This player development program is intended for athletes looking to further develop their skills and aspire to play competitive softball locally.
The Colorado Softball Academy SELECT Teams are made up of high-level athletes who want to compete at an A level against some of the best competition locally and regionally. These teams have a 12-month commitment.
The Colorado Softball Academy UNITED Teams are made up of high-level athletes who want to compete against top tier competition locally, regionally and nationally. UNITED teams play at an A and Gold level. These teams have a 12-month commitment.
The CSA Community
At CSA, we foster a supportive and empowering environment where female athletes and their families feel encouraged to pursue their goals and grow through challenges. Built by former college softball players, our community is grounded
in positive influence, education, and a deep commitment to putting the athlete first.
CSA Player Development Benefits:
All Colorado Softball Academy teams – including NOCO Futures and NOCO Fastpitch—receive customized player development through our CSA Academy Training model. Each program is tailored to match the goals and commitment level of the team.
The curriculum, designed and led by former college softball players and coaches from the CSA Leadership Team, includes focused training in sports performance, mental conditioning, and skill development.
Sports Performance
Athletes receive custom designed sports performance training during the off/ preseason (approx. Jan. – April). Sports performance includes speed and agility training, injury prevention modalities, strength and conditioning. Athletes will be tested in certain areas on the first day of training and again on the last day of the program to measure improvements.
mental performance
Athletes receive mental performance tools and training specific to the following areas:
- Goal Setting
- Self-Talk
- Time Management
- Failure Recovery
- Confidence Building
Skill specific development
Athletes receive in-depth position specific skill development training via our Powered By training program. This program is designed very similar to a college preseason training program and is led by current and former college softball players/ coaches.
recruiting support
Athletes with goals of playing college softball will receive recruiting tools and guidance including:
- Sports Recruits Profile
- Athletes Go Live Streaming & Stats
- Strategic College Showcase Events
- Access to a network of coaches via CSA coaches.
f.a.q.
You have questions. wE have answers.
If you have additional questions, please email the Head Coach of the specific team you are trying out for.
There is a $25 tryout fee for all CSA competitive teams to ensure that the athletes who show up to tryouts are serious about playing for CSA. There are select spots available for these teams, and these teams require a higher level of commitment. Tryout fees are non-fundable. If you are offered a spot on a team, your tryout fee will be applied to your player fees. In the event you are not selected, you tryout fee will go to the CSA Foundation for mission driven support.
CSA Select and CSA United teams are our highest level of commitment and skill set rosters. These teams have a 12-month commitment level, many of these athletes have college softball aspirations. These teams will compete locally, regionally and nationally.
NOCO Fastpitch teams have a lower level of commitment and compete on a local level. NOCO Fastpitch teams compete on a B/C level and receive a modified player development training plan.
CSA has an indoor facility in east Windsor. Majority of outdoor practices take place at Barnes Softball Complex in Loveland. Times and locations are subject to individual coaches scheduling and planning.
Yes – CSA has a CSA exclusive indoor facility outfitted with two full size batting cages, and high-level training equipment. This facility is exclusive to Colorado Softball Academy competitive teams only. CSA teams also have sports performance training out of the Threshold 4 Performance training facility located 2 minutes from the CSA indoor cages.
This is determined by each Head Coach – the standard response time is within 24-48 hours from the time of the offer. The reason for this, is to allow another interested athlete an opportunity if you should decline.