Training Focus

• Throwing progression that locks in grip, footwork, and follow-through for A arms.
• Catching and fielding fundamentals with high rep counts in small groups.
• Communication and game-speed routines that travel straight into team practices.

Session Format

• Station-based rotations led by NCLL A division coaches to keep athletes moving.
• Small coach-to-player ratios with positive reinforcement on every rep.
• Take-home cues that show families how to extend learning between clinics.

Who It's For

• A players preparing for the first kid-pitch season or second-year returners.
• Players who benefit from structured skill reps before moving outdoors.

Coaching

• Run by veteran NCLL coaches focused on building confidence through repetition.
• Helpers reinforce station cues so every player knows how to practice independently.

Schedule & Location

• Two Saturday afternoons in early Mar; last ran Mar 1 and Mar 8 with 2:00-3:00 PM and 3:00-4:00 PM slots.
• Exact times will publish once gyms are confirmed.

Registration & Updates

• Pricing will be posted alongside the gym schedule (prior sessions ran $20 per player).
• Registration opens in mid-Feb and typically fills within a few days.

Registration closed quickly last season; revisit the links below for archived details and keep an eye out mid-Feb.

Training Focus

• Mechanics tune-up that establishes balance, drive, and finish checkpoints.
• Grip development and pitch-to-pitch intent with targeted drill progressions.
• Structured arm care routine athletes can carry into the spring season.

Coaching

• Small-group stations with NCLL player development instructors.
• Video and feel-based feedback to reinforce adjustments between reps.

Who It's For

• AA pitchers preparing to take regular-season innings with repeatable mechanics.
• Catchers looking to support bullpen rhythm and sharpen receiving reps.

Staffing

• Northwest Sting pitching instructors lead each session with NCLL support coaches.
• Instruction centers on age-appropriate cues families can continue between clinics.

Schedule, Location & Registration

• Three consecutive Saturdays in late Feb/early Mar; last cohort offered 12:00 PM and 1:15 PM bullpen slots on Feb 22, Mar 1 & 8.
• The Hive indoor facility hosted the bullpens.
• Pricing and registration timing will publish once schedules finalize (prior sessions were $60 per player for the full series).

Registration & Updates

• Registration link posts once facility slots lock; watch mid-Feb player development emails for the announcement.
• Sessions fill fast, so have pitcher availability and catcher preference ready when you choose a bullpen time on the form.
• Waitlist triggers if demand exceeds 12 pitchers; the development staff will open a second block when numbers allow.

Use the archived registration page below to preview the questions and be ready when this year’s sign-up goes live.

What to Bring & Prep Tips

• Pitchers should bring their glove, labeled water bottle, and indoor-friendly shoes; no metal spikes inside the Hive.
• Catchers supporting bullpens need full gear plus a back-up mitt; we have loaners, but bringing your own keeps transitions quick.
• Pack a small notebook or phone notes app so athletes can jot down cues between sessions.
• Arrive 10 minutes early for individual warm-up bands or J-bands; staff will start each bullpen on the posted time.

Questions ahead of time? Email registrar@ncllball.com so we can help your pitcher get the most out of the series.

Training Focus

• Movement sequencing to support stronger throws, swings, and defensive transitions.
• Upper-division hitting progression layering tee, front toss, and machine velocity work.
• Conditioning circuits that maintain winter intensity without overloading arms.

Session Format

• Small-group stations rotating through cages, defensive pods, and movement blocks.
• Weekly checkpoints (video or feel cues) reinforce adjustments between sessions.
• Recovery and mobility work built in for multi-sport athletes.

Who It's For

• Returning AAA/Majors players aiming for 2026 competitive teams.
• Upper-division athletes who thrive on high-rep, high-feedback winter work.

Staffing

• NCLL player development instructors with support from partner high school coaches.
• Coach-to-player ratios stay low to maximize cueing and progress tracking.

Schedule, Location & Registration

• Weekly indoor sessions running Nov 3 - Jan 26 with Thanksgiving and Winter Break weeks off.
• Choose one day option: Monday evening (The Hive), Thursday evening (Focus), Friday evening (The Hive), or Saturday morning (The Hive).
• Program fee: $260 per player covers sessions, facility time, and instruction.

Registration & Availability

• Registration opens in late summer; pick a preferred day when you sign up and note secondary choices in the form.
• Have winter sports or travel conflicts ready so staff can balance rosters and offer waitlisted spots quickly.
• Waitlist families receive email and text follow-ups as openings appear; responding within 24 hours helps keep groups full.

Use the tips below to get ahead of registration day and keep your athlete ready for weekly sessions.

Prep Checklist & Support

• Bring bat, glove, indoor shoes, and labeled water bottle each week; hats and helmets stay with athletes between sessions.
• Arrive 10 minutes early for movement prep so we can start stations on time; staff will guide dynamic warm-ups.
• Report injuries, illness, or expected absences via email so we can adjust pods and invite waitlisted players when needed.
• Questions about placement or readiness? Contact registrar@ncllball.com and we’ll help you decide if this track fits your athlete.

Training Focus

• Hitting pattern work blending tee drills, front toss, and machine velocity reps.
• Movement patterns that translate to faster transitions on defense and the basepaths.
• Arm care progression that keeps older players healthy through the off-season.

Session Format

• Single Sunday series (15 total sessions) from 8:00-9:30 PM at Focus Baseball.
• Small-group stations capped at 12 players for high rep counts and rapid feedback.
• Video or feel-based checkpoints each week to reinforce adjustments.
• Built-in recovery and mobility work to support multi-sport athletes.

Who It's For

• Teen baseball players (13-16) preparing for upper-division Little League and school ball.
• Players seeking consistent reps with instructors who track form week over week.
• Families comfortable with a capped roster (12 spots) and an optional waitlist-triggered second block.

Coaching

• Led by Ray Atkinson, Lincoln High School head coach and 2023 WIAA 3A state champion with 25+ years of youth baseball experience.
• Former Lewis-Clark State standout and 1987 NAIA College World Series champion focused on building confident, game-ready hitters.
• Hear Coach Atkinson outline his Winterball approach in a short video.

Schedule & Location

• Sundays, 8:00 - 9:30 PM (Nov 9, 2025 - Feb 22, 2026) at Focus Baseball Cages. No session Nov 23.
• $250 covers the full 15-session series (less than $17 per workout).
• Roster capped at 12 players; waitlist of 6+ unlocks a second Sunday block (6:30 - 8:00 PM).

Registration & Waitlist

Secure a spot soon-once the 12-player roster is full, we will move families to the waitlist and contact them first if a second slot opens.

Roster already full? Email registrar@ncllball.com to join the waitlist. Six names on the list May unlock an earlier second Sunday block.

Training Focus

• Arm build progression to get AAA/Majors arms ready for spring load.
• Station-based defensive reps covering infield, outfield, and rhythm work.
• High-touch coaching focused on repeatable mechanics outdoors.

Session Format

• Small-group turf rotations mixing throwing lanes, defensive stations, and rhythm drills.
• Led by NCLL coaches and volunteers; equipment provided, bring gloves and layers.

Who It's For

• AAA & Majors baseball players preparing for assessments and spring evaluations.
• Athletes needing outdoor throwing volume before regular practices begin.

Staffing

• Directed by NCLL development staff with support from upper-division managers and alumni.
• Emphasis on safe ramp-up pacing, arm care reminders, and consistent mechanics feedback.

Schedule, Location & Registration

• Outdoor turf tune-ups across three early-Feb Saturdays; last ran Feb 1 (4:30-6:30 PM), Feb 8 (6:00-8:00 PM), and Feb 22 (6:00-8:00 PM).
• Robert Eagle Staff MS turf - arrive early for warm-up and layering adjustments.
• Registration typically posts mid-Jan via SignUpGenius; slots close quickly once full.

Training Focus

• Hitting progression from movement prep to competitive front-toss sequencing.
• Defensive stations for infield range, outfield reads, and catcher reps.
• Pitching and catching breakouts to reinforce form and calling strategy.

Session Format

• Two-hour blocks split into rotating cages, defensive pods, and battery lab work.
• Small-group coaching and video or feel-based checkpoints each week.

Who It's For

• AAA & Majors softball players preparing for spring assessments and high school tryouts.
• Returning athletes who thrive on high-rep, high-feedback indoor work.

Staffing

• Led by NCLL softball instructors with support from partner high school coaches.
• Low coach-to-player ratio keeps feedback continuous throughout the session.

Schedule, Location & Registration

• Saturday evenings in mid-Jan (4:00-6:00 PM); last cohort ran Jan 11, 18, 25 and Feb 1.
• Indoor facility setup with rotating stations to maximize touches.
• Registration typically opens in early Dec; priority goes to returning AAA/Majors softball players.

Training Focus

• Sequenced hitting progression that moves from tee work to front toss and machine reps.
• Live feedback from Roosevelt HS coaches and players on swing mechanics.
• Repetition-heavy stations to build contact quality and confidence.

Session Format

• Rotating tee-to-front-toss-to-machine pods keep athletes moving with minimal downtime.
• Small pod sizes and coach/player mentors deliver constant cueing and encouragement.
• Take-home feel cues and drill progressions reinforce work between clinics.

Who It's For

• Softball hitters in grades 3-12 grouped into age-appropriate pods.
• Players seeking extra winter hitting reps with varsity-led coaching.

Staffing

• Run by Roosevelt HS varsity staff with support from players and NCLL volunteers.
• Coach-to-player ratio stays low to maximize feedback and encouragement.

Schedule, Location & Registration

• Four mid-winter Monday/Wednesday evenings (4:00, 5:00, 6:00 PM); last ran Jan 22, 29 & Feb 5, 12.
• Cost and schedule will publish when the Roosevelt HS staff confirms availability (last year: $50 per session to support the program).
• Hosted at Roosevelt High School indoor facilities; sign-ups close quickly once pods fill.

Training Focus

• Small-group bullpens (3 pitchers) centered on command, spin, and repeatable mechanics.
• Club/select-style feedback with clear cues to carry into spring.

Session Format

• 75-minute blocks with warm-up, progressive pen work, and recovery built in.
• Consistent time slot across two consecutive Sundays for each cohort.

Cohorts & Capacity

• Camel (Dec 7 & 14, 8:30-9:45 AM) — 3 pitchers
• Lion (Dec 7 & 14, 9:45-11:00 AM) — 3 pitchers
• Giraffe (Dec 21 & 28, 8:30-9:45 AM) — 3 pitchers
• Elephant (Dec 21 & 28, 9:45-11:00 AM) — 3 pitchers

Coaching

• Led by Friends of NCLL — Nicola Simpson (Seattle U, Tennessee, Canadian National Team, Seattle Softball Academy).
• Parents as volunteer catchers encouraged.

Schedule, Location & Registration

• Location: North Seattle Batting Cages.
• Choose one cohort and attend both dates in that time slot.
• Registration now open; limited to 12 total pitchers.
• Friends of NCLL event; NCLL scholarships still honored.

Training Focus

• Progressive bullpen build keyed to rhythm, power line, and release consistency.
• Immediate mechanics checkpoints and cues from Coach Mullally.
• Catchers partner with pitchers to reinforce target work and game-speed sequencing.

Session Format

• Structured warm-up, layered bullpens, and short drills in 60-minute blocks.
• Small groups allow for individualized adjustments and recovery between sets.

Who It's For

• Softball pitchers AA division and up looking for in-season tune-ups.
• Catchers invited to support bullpen rhythm and sharpen receiving skills.

Coaching

• Led by Coach Mullally with assistance from NCLL softball staff.
• Focus on sustainable mechanics, arm care reminders, and mental reset between starts.

Schedule, Location & Registration

• Sunday evening bullpens during the heart of the season; last cycle met Mar 23, Apr 6, 13, 27, May 4 and May 11 (4:00-5:00 & 5:00-6:00 PM).
• Robert Eagle Staff MS turf bullpens; dress for spring weather.
• Registration reopens once spring game schedules lock; sessions have been free but require sign-up.

Camp Experience

• Multi-station rotations covering hitting, infield, outfield, pitching, and baserunning.
• Competition segments and live feedback to apply varsity coaching cues instantly.
• Players leave with drill sheets and feel cues to keep reps sharp afterward.

Session Format

• Stations flip roughly every 20 minutes to keep energy and instruction fresh.
• Lincoln HS coaches demonstrate, then spot-check mechanics during reps.
• Group competitions close the day to reinforce the teaching points.

Who It's For

• AA & above baseball players wanting pre-season reps with varsity coaches.
• Teams sending small pods for a shared high-energy training day.

Staffing

• Led by Lincoln High School varsity staff with support from returning players.
• Coaches translate high school expectations into actionable drills for NCLL athletes.

Schedule, Location & Registration

• Single Sunday in mid-May (12:00-3:00 PM); last camp ran May 18 with the same schedule.
• Pricing and registration details will be announced when Lincoln coordinates spring availability (previous cost was $60 including camp tee).
• Registration is managed through the NCLL camp portal and typically fills quickly.