My love of diamond sports started with coaching my daughter who graduated from Lone Oak High School in 2012 and continued with coaching my son who graduated from Lone Oak High School in 2023. Both were blessed with the opportunity to continue their playing careers in college.
During those years, I was blessed to meet many incredible families and their athletes. Through their hard work, determination, and sacrifice, I saw many of those athletes achieve their own dreams of continuing their playing careers.
With 23+ years of coaching at different levels, Rose and I wanted to bring these same opportunities and success to even more players. The Fastball Academy represents that opportunity. We are excited for the players in our area to have a facility where they can be proud to hone their skills.
2004-Present Private coach
2013-2020 Sliders Baseball, Head Coach
2009-2012 Texas Glory (Adkins), Head Coach
2008-2009 Lightsout Softball, Head Coach
2004-2005 LOYSA Softball Coach
I have had a love and passion for softball for as long as I can remember. I have continued that passion through playing and now coaching. I always enjoy helping grow a player’s skills and knowledge of the game. Your success is my goal.
(2022-Present) Assistant Softball Coach Quinlan Ford High School
*Bi District Champions & Area Runner Up (2022)
(2019-2022) Attended and played at Northwestern Oklahoma State University (D2)
*Pitcher
Select Team: Texas Glory (Shelton)
(2014-2018) Attended Quinlan Ford High School
*Freshman of the Year
*Varsity MVP all 4 years
*1st Team All District as a Sophomore, Junior, and Senior
About Me:
Hey there! I’m Stephany Dietz, and softball has been my passion for as long as I can remember. I’ve spent over 22 years on the mound, pitching my heart out. From playing in select league softball as a child and traveling all over the country to competing at the collegiate level with the University of the Ozarks, I’ve lived and breathed this sport.
My Coaching Philosophy:
I believe in making softball fun and exciting for kids. My goal is to help them love the game as much as I do while teaching them the skills they need to succeed. I focus on the basics of pitching, building confidence, and encouraging every player to find their unique style.
Playing Highlights:
(2003-2006) Westside High School:
*First Team All-Conference (4yrs)
*Played in the Arkansas Junior Classic (2005)
*All Region Team (2005, 2006)
*Played in the 49th Annual Arkansas All-Star Game (2006)
*Gatorade Player of the Year Selection (2006)
*All-State (2006)
(2007-2010) University of the Ozarks:
*First Team All-Conference (2007)
*ASC Newcomer of the Year (2007)
*ASC Pitcher of the Week (2010)
*Second in most career wins in university history (record still held)
*First in most appearances/games started/innings pitched (record still held)
*Third in career strikeouts (record still held)
Want to see more about my collegiate career? Check out this article from my university.
Durable Henson Magnifies Opportunity – University of the Ozarks
I started baseball as soon as I could lift a bat. Played from little league, select teams and through highschool and was an outfielder and catcher. I stepped away from baseball when I had the opportunity to play college football at Missouri Valley College but that was cut short after my freshman year due to injuries. I went on to play some club league baseball and slow pitch softball in Missouri after college. I got into coaching when my son started to play. I have helped coach at all different levels from rec league to now AAA levels for the last 9 years. I have a passion for baseball that has never gone away. I love teaching and helping players grow and achieve their goals while still having fun.
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