who we are

DIRECTOR OF ATHLETE DEVELOPMENT & SOCIAL MEDIA MARKETING, FOUNDER

I am a former Division I player from Western Michigan University and an experienced hitting instructor. I played at Oak Park River Forest High School and was also part of two ASA/AFA National Championship travel teams as a corner infielder known for my power hitting. At Clutch, I combine my playing experience with a development-first mindset — training hitters to be confident, intelligent, and resilient. My focus is on softball IQ, emotional intelligence, and performing under pressure.

Outside of Clutch, I am a small business owner continually pursuing entrepreneurship. In my free time I enjoy kayaking, hanging out with my pup King, beating whoever in basketball, cooking, and watching movies on my couch. 

Lead Hitting Instructor

I've dedicated my life to softball since the beginning at Mundelein High School, where I earned multiple All-Conference and All-Area honors, before continuing my career at the University of Wisconsin–Whitewater. There, I helped my team win four conference tournament championships and make four NCAA Tournament appearances. As a senior, I was honored to be named the 2017 WIAC Position Player of the Year and earn All-Conference, All-Region, and All-American honors.

Coaching has become my greatest passion. I've coached with Illinois Impact and have been on the Ridgewood High School coaching staff since 2017, serving as head coach since 2023. I'm excited to join Clutch Hitting and help athletes build confidence, develop their skills, and grow into the best versions of themselves.

Outside of Clutch, I'm a school social worker who loves spending time with my dog, Ernie (named after Ernie Banks), thrifting, sewing, reading, cheering on the Cubs, and discovering great restaurants.

Lead Hitting Instructor

I’m an Oak Park native and lifelong Windmills player from 8U–18U. I was a four year starting catcher at Fenwick High School, helping lead our team to a 3rd place state finish, and earned the opportunity to compete internationally with Team USA in Europe as a Chicago Tribune Super 60 player.

I went on to play Division I softball at Southern Illinois University as a three year starting catcher and was a a Missouri Valley Conference preseason All-Conference selection.

Now, I serve as the head coach of a 10U travel team, where we’ve won seven 1st place championships since 2025. I’m passionate about developing confident, competitive athletes who love the game.

Outside of softball, I enjoy watching my kids play sports, traveling, spending time with family, frequenting the beach, lounging on a boat, and attending as many Cubs games as I can.

DIRECTOR OF FINANCE & BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT, FOUNDER

I come from a softball family - my sister played while we were growing up and my stepdad (Bernie) has been coaching for over a decade now. His passion for coaching and love for the game inspire me to support our Clutch coaches and athletes! I am from Chicago originally, and I graduated from The University of Alabama in 2023 with B.S. and M.S. degrees in Finance. As you might imagine, I am a huge Bama softball fan!

Outside of Clutch, I work in the wealth management industry and my favorite hobbies include playing beach volleyball, weightlifting, and watching sports.

FOUNDER

Following a successful career in wealth management, I retired in early 2026 to focus on my lifelong passion for coaching. My love for softball began in 2012 when I was a founding coach of the Hamlin Park softball program. I transitioned to high school coaching in 2017 at Walter Payton College Prep, where I stayed until 2025. After retiring from head coaching high school at Payton, I now serve as an assistant coach at Amundsen High School. Our team reached many milestones in 2026, including playing in the Chicago Public League final.

I balance my time on the diamond with exotic travel, culinary adventures, and boating on Lake Michigan.

FOUNDER

I have had the privilege of coaching both of my daughter’s in softball since 2015, and have been a Head Coach for the Devils travel team for the past 6 years. I have a passion for coaching softball and for helping to develop strong, confident players—on and off the field. My focus as a coach is on helping each player succeed, while also challenging them to work hard and to support each other.

When I am not coaching, I run a successful wealth management firm, and you can also find me flexing my high school baseball skills in the softball leagues in Oak Park and River Forest. When not on the softball field, you can usually find me at Wrigley field watching the Cubbies.