JOIN COLORADO SOFTBALL ACADEMY!
2026/2027 TEAM TRYOUTS
NORTHERN COLORADO’S PREMIER SOFTBALL DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM
45+ College Commitments in 4 Seasons • National Competition • Evoshield Prestige Club • Complete Player Development Pathway • Strong Partnerships & National Network
📅 Tryouts Week of July 6, 2026 (see registration page for details)
Monday, July 6th: 10U NOCO & Select & 12U NOCO Fastpitch
Wednesday, July 8th: 16U UNITED, 16U/18U Select, 18U Gold UNITED
Thursday, July 9th: 12U Select, UNITED, Gold UNITED & 14u Select
📍 Barnes Softball Complex, Loveland
🥎 Ages 10U–18U
✅ Private Tryouts Available
Specific tryout dates, times, and field assignments will be posted by June 20th.
Questions? Contact Ashlie Rowley at arowley@cosoftballacademy.com
45 College Commitments
5th Season of Competition
Nationally Ranked Evoshield Prestige Club & Extensive Partners & Network
WHY FAMILIES CHOOSE CSA
At Colorado Softball Academy, we are committed to developing athletes both on and off the field. Our mission is to provide every player with a pathway for growth, competition, leadership, and future opportunities.
Whether your athlete is taking her first step into competitive softball or preparing for college recruiting, CSA offers a team and development pathway designed to help her reach her goals.
Alliance Fastpitch Championship Series Competitor
USA Softball National Championship Top 3 Finisher
Former Collegiate Athletes & College Coach Leading Development
| PROGRAM | COMPETITION LEVEL | BEST FOR |
|---|---|---|
| NOCO Fastpitch | C Level | Athletes Entering Competitive Softball, Lower Commitment Level |
| Select | B Level | Regional Competition, Higher Commitment Level |
| UNITED | A Level | High-Level Regional Competition & Recruiting; Highest Commitment Level |
| Gold UNITED | Gold/ A Level | National Competition & Recruiting |
WHAT EVERY ATHLETE RECEIVES
TRYOUT TIMELINE
.1
REGISTER
Complete your online registration before tryouts.
.2
Attend tryouts
Athletes will be evaluated by coaching staff and program leadership.
.3
team placement discussions
Coaches review evaluations and identify best-fit opportunities.
.4
team offers
Offers will be extended within 24 hours after tryouts.
.5
season preparation
Team meetings, training schedules, order uniforms, and fall activities begin.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Private tryouts are available. Please contact the coach of the team you are interested in.
Yes. Athletes are evaluated across the organization and may be considered for multiple opportunities.
Offers will be extended shortly after evaluations are completed.
Our coaching staff will work with your family to identify the most appropriate placement based on development goals and competitive readiness.
Yes – Contact the team coach to schedule.
To help cover costs associated with tryouts and ensure the athletes who take part in tryouts are serious about being considered for a CSA team.
TEAM OPPORTUNITIES
| AGE GROUP | TEAM NAME | HEAD COACH | COMPETITION LEVEL | COACH CONTACT | NOTES |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10U | 10U CSA Select - Rutherford | Byron Rutherford | B - 2nd Year | coachrutha@yahoo.com | Second-year 10U team, moving to Select, looking for committed and experienced athletes to join a strong returning core of players. Our plan is to build and develop a team that will play competitively at the B-level at both in-state and regional out-of-state tournaments. |
| 10U | 10U NOCO Fastpitch - Walkowicz | Jake Walkowicz | C - 1st Year | (970) 219-1912 jrwalko78910@hotmail.com | Ideal for athletes entering competitive softball and looking to build a strong foundation of skills and game knowledge. |
| 12U | 12U CSA Gold UNITED - Gustafson | Dallas Gustafson | A - 2nd Year | (970) 302-0927 | 12U Gustafson looking for second year 12u athletes to add to our solid core. Looking for dedicated and committed players who want to compete at the A level both in and out of state with the goal of competing in multiple national events across the country. |
| 12U | 12U CSA UNITED - Stieber | Mary Beth Stieber | A - 2nd Year | (805) 291-0857 csa.stieber@gmail.com | Second-year 12U team seeking dedicated, experienced softball athletes who are ready to compete at 12a level. We have a strong returning core, maintain a small roster and emphasize continued player development. Our team is committed to competing at a high level in local, regional and national tournaments. |
| 12U | 12U CSA Select - Monty | Joe Monty | B - 2nd Year | joemonty95@yahoo.com 608-852-4779 | Our 12U second-year team is looking for dedicated second-year B-level athletes ready to compete, develop their skills, and be part of a strong, committed roster. |
| 12U | 12u CSA Select - Marquardt | Megan Marquardt | B/C - 1st Year | megannicole_@hotmail.com | 1st year 12u C/B Level looking for IF/OF/UT. |
| 12U | 12U NOCO Fastpitch - Jewell | Carly Jewell | C - 1st Year | grant.carly45@gmail.com (719) 510-0150 | 1st year 12U. Returning strong core. Seeking dedicated athletes in all positions with a real love of the game. Pitcher position a priority. |
| 14U | 14u CSA Select - Belt | Mary Belt | A/B | jm.belt@comcast.net | Experienced roster seeking athletes ready for competitive tournament play and showcase opportunities. |
| 14U | 14u CSA Select - Minjarez | Gabe Minjarez | B | g.minjarez27@gmail.com 720-270-2252 | Emerging competitive roster focused on player development and advancement within the CSA pathway. |
| 16U | 16U CSA UNITED - Rutherford | Amanda Rutherford | A | (720) 261-9892 | High-level team competing regionally and nationally with a strong focus on recruiting exposure and continued player development. |
| 18U | 16U/18U CSA Select - Gardner | Angie Gardner | A/B | (970) 556-1276 agard2619@gmail.com | High school aged roster. Showcase-focused roster designed to provide development, exposure, and recruiting opportunities. This team will compete at the 18u level. |
| 18U | 18U CSA Gold UNITED - Frost | Riley Frost | Gold/ National | rplogger@cosoftballacademy.com | CSA's premier recruiting-focused team competing at the highest levels of travel softball with national event participation. |
Not ready for a competitive team? Check out our Futures program! Fall registration will open by the end of June.