Pitch Perfect Performance

06/21/2026

So proud of these two…they’ve worked very hard over the off season and it’s paying off! 🥎

06/21/2026

Happy Father’s Day to all my bucket dads out there! 🥎

06/19/2026

Full circle moment… I love having these lessons back to back.

High School/Collegiate pitchers that I’ve worked with since 10u now getting to mentor the next generation of pitchers.

Love my girls! 🫶🏼

06/13/2026

Congratulations to Walled Lake Northern Softball for winning the Division 1 State Championship!!! 🥎

Kristen Woodard

06/13/2026

Let’s go Walled Lake Northern Softball!!!

It’s your time! 🥎

So proud of you Kristen Woodard!

Once a Knight, Always a Knight! 🫶🏼

06/12/2026

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🔥 WELCOME TO THE MAFIA FAMILY, CARSON HENDRICKSON! 🖤 💙 💛

We are thrilled to announce the newest addition to our Mitten Mafia Softball coaching staff, Carson Hendrickson, who will serve as our Hitting & Fielding Instructor!

Carson is a graduate of Aquinas College and a four-year starting shortstop with over 14 years of softball experience. During her collegiate career, she earned:
⭐ 2x Second All Team WHAC Honors
⭐ 3 Academic Awards
⭐ 172 Career Hits
⭐ 85 RBIs
⭐ 249 Putouts

Carson’s passion for the game, leadership, and commitment to player development make her an incredible addition to our organization. Her experience competing at the collegiate level brings a wealth of knowledge that will help our athletes continue to grow and succeed.

🗣️ “I am excited to get started with this new organization in Genesee County. There are so many talented softball players in the area who deserve an organization that feels like family while helping them reach their full potential. My goal is to help players develop their skills, build confidence, and create an environment where they can grow both on and off the field.” – Carson Hendrickson

At Mitten Mafia, we are committed to providing our athletes with the best instruction possible, and Carson’s experience and passion for the game align perfectly with our mission.

Please join us in giving Carson a warm Mitten Mafia welcome! 💙💛

06/10/2026

🥎 BIG NEWS FOR CAGE 52 SOFTBALL! 🥎

We are beyond excited to welcome Jenna Ballard to the Cage 52 team!

Starting next week, Jenna will be offering softball hitting and infield lessons on:

📅 Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays
⏰ 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Jenna is a Redshirt Senior First Baseman at Grand Valley State University and an Elementary Education major. She graduated from Plymouth High School, where she earned All-State honors in 2022, and was named to the All-GLIAC Second Team in 2024.

More importantly, Jenna brings an incredible passion for the game and a commitment to helping athletes grow both on and off the field. Her lessons focus on building confidence at the plate, developing sound fundamentals, improving game skills, and helping players reach their full potential while continuing to love the game of softball.

If you’re looking to improve your hitting, sharpen your infield skills, and learn from one of the area’s top collegiate athletes, this is an opportunity you won’t want to miss!

Sign up here 👉🏻 https://Cage52.as.me/Jenna

Welcome to Cage 52, Jenna! We can’t wait to see the impact you’ll make on our athletes.

06/08/2026

Hi All,

If you’re actively in lessons with me, you should’ve received an email from me recently about lesson availability for the upcoming months.

I’ve decided to stay indoor at Trinity Elite in Livonia through the summer. I should have day/time availability soon!

To upfront rental costs, if you could help with pre-paying ahead of time, it would be appreciated! - Venmo -

Thank you! 🥎

06/07/2026

06/01/2026

I’m all for hyping yourself and your team up but why do we have to scream and throw yourself around after EVERYTHING we do?

Let’s act like we’ve been here before.

Let’s act like we’ve struck someone out before.

Let’s act like we’ve made contact with a ball before.

It’s giving me the ick…or maybe I’m just old.