Introducing
The Athlete First
The Parent Tryout Playbook
The complete guide to choosing the right team
Join the movement of changing the landscape of travel softball for our girls…
There comes a moment when the game you love isn’t the problem….
The culture surrounding it is.
This is my way of helping to support parents and their daughters in making one of the most important decisions in their lives at this moment.
Let’s change the culture by making better choices in selecting the coaches who will have the biggest impact on them as people…
The Playbook is broken down into Innings, giving you a clear roadmap on the entire process of how to navigate the tryout experience and how to choose the right fit for your daughter.
This playbook is an inclusive experience for both parents and athletes - working together to make the best decision that fits your family’s priorities.
The Parent Tryout Playbook gives you everything you'll need to feel confident when you head to your chosen tryouts, using checklists and scorecards for the organizations and coaches, questions to ask, and guided conversations to have with your athlete.
YES!!! I want to be a part of The Athlete First Movement that is going to change the atmosphere of travel fastpitch softball for our girls!
Athlete First
The Parent Tryout Playbook
Stop guessing. Start choosing with confidence.
Tryout session can feel overwhelming.
One coach promises more playing time.
Another says they’re “elite.”
Parents are pushing for quick decisions.
Everyone seems to have an opinion.
But how do you know which team is actually the right fit for your daughter?
The Athlete First Parent Tryout Playbook was created to help families make confident, informed decisions during tryout season—and beyond.
This isn’t about chasing the biggest logo or the highest ranking.
It’s about finding an environment where your athlete can grow, compete, develop, and continue to love the game.
Inside you’ll discover:
A step-by-step framework for evaluating travel softball teams
The questions every parent should ask before accepting a roster spot
How to identify red flags before they become problems
What healthy team culture actually looks like
How to compare multiple offers with confidence
Reflection pages for both parents and athletes
Team evaluation worksheets and decision-making tools
Guidance for families pursuing college softball—and those simply looking for the best experience
Whether this is your first tryout season or your fifth, this playbook will help you focus on what truly matters.
This Playbook is for you if…
You’re overwhelmed by the number of travel softball options.
You don’t want to make a decision you’ll regret.
You believe your daughter’s experience matters more than the name on the jersey.
You want to ask better questions and make smarter decisions.
You want your athlete to develop both on and off the field.
What’s Included
Digital PDF download
52-page Parent Tryout Playbook
Instant access after purchase
Print at home or use digitally on any device
Why Athlete First?
Because championships are temporary.
Confidence lasts.
Character lasts.
A love for the game lasts.
Every decision you make today shapes your athlete’s tomorrow.
Choose the environment—not just the uniform.
Because it’s not about finding just any team.
It's about finding the right one.