Welcome To The Dugout!

Empowering Tomorrow’s Warrior Women— On the Field and Off
Where young women become confident college-ready competitors, committed teammates, and lifelong learners.

At Dickey’s Dugout, we believe the game does more than build skills — it shapes character.
We’re more than a training facility — we’re a safe place for young women to rise, on their terms, through intentional softball training and unwavering support.

Our goal isn’t just to prepare athletes for the next level — it’s to ignite the confidence to lead, to compete, and to chase their best selves in every arena of life.

Whether it’s private lessons or our membership offerings, every experience is rooted in our core values:
Growth. Courage. Connection. So that we can lead your girls to play: Confident, Fearless and FREE

For Athletes, we offer real feedback, real growth, and the permission to be confident — every time you step in the cage and in the box.

For Parents, we offer guidance you can trust — built on clarity, partnership, and real development.

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More Than a Training Facility

There are plenty of places to take lessons.
There are very few places that truly develop athletes.

At Dickey’s Dugout, we don’t chase quick fixes or cookie-cutter instruction.
We build athletes through clear pathways, consistent language, and an environment designed for long-term growth.

This means:

  • Athletes aren’t overwhelmed by conflicting coaching voices

  • Athletes have a safe space to grow beyond their fears
  • Parents understand the why behind the training

  • Progress is intentional, measurable, and sustainable

We believe confidence comes from clarity — not pressure.

Training without a process creates confusion. We train with purpose — and protect the athlete along the way.

How Athletes Train With Us

Whether your athlete is just getting started or preparing for the next level, we offer structured pathways that meet them where they are — and push them forward with intention.

👉 Private Lessons
👉 Membership-Based Training
👉 Position-Specific Academies

Each option is designed to support both skill development and athlete confidence — not just reps.

Why The Dugout Works

✔ Holistic Development — We build skills and mindset so girls become confident players and resilient women. Haleigh has spent the last 12 years studying fear and human patterns. Her research is integrated into every component of our training programs.
✔ Partnership With Parents — We equip families with clarity, tools, and communication so support and growth happens on and off the field.
✔ Program Variety — From fundamentals to advanced training and catcher-specific development, we meet athletes where they are and push them forward with specialized instructors.
✔ Community Culture — A place where athletes belong, parents are informed, and everyone is part of something bigger than personal stats and highlight reels.

How we partner with YOU:

  1. Start With a Conversation!
    Tell us your goals — for you or your athlete.
  2. Choose a Training Path
    Membership, private lessons, catcher classes, or a mix.
  3. Train With Purpose
    Weekly lessons + mindset support + measurable progress.
  4. Step On the Field With Confidence
    We don’t just train skills — we build readiness, self trust, and leadership.

Too many athletes grind without a path. Here, every session has purpose.

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Hitting

Catching

Fielding

Pitching

Barriers to Development and how WE break through them

Talent isn’t the problem. Effort isn’t the problem.
Most athletes don’t stall because they lack ability — they stall because they lack consistency, exposure, and mental clarity.

We see the same barriers again and again:

Common Barriers We See

How Dickey’s Dugout Breaks Through

The Result

  • Inconsistent training with no long-term plan

  • Too many voices, too many cues, not enough clarity, not enough strong information

  • Skill work without mindset or game-day application

  • Athletes losing confidence before they have even taken ownership over their game

  • Parents unsure how to support without adding pressure

None of these are character flaws. They’re development gaps.

 

At Dickey’s Dugout, we don’t just train skills — we remove the obstacles holding athletes back.

✔ Structured Development Paths
Clear progression plans so athletes always know what they’re working on and why.

✔ Consistency Over Quick Fixes
Weekly training, accountability, and intentional repetition — because growth happens over time.

✔ Unified Coaching Language
One voice, one philosophy, one standard — so athletes can trust the process with all of our coaches instead of second-guessing it.

✔ Mindset + Skill Integration
Confidence, leadership, and self awareness are trained right alongside mechanics.

✔ Parent Partnership
We help parents understand the process so support becomes a strength, not a stressor.

Athletes who train with confidence.
Parents who feel informed and supported.
Progress that’s visible, measurable, and sustainable.

That’s why process comes first.
And that’s why our athletes don’t just improve — they evolve.

Training a skill is powerful — training with consistency is transformational.

Athletes grow when the work is intentional. Parents see the difference when there’s structure, accountability, and a plan. If you’re ready to commit to the journey, not just the sessions, our Memberships are where real progress happens — building confidence, leadership, and long-term development.

Want to feel more supported as an athlete parent?

Check out our resources that we made specifically for you!

Our athletes don’t train alone — they grow together.
learn more about our memberships below

Dickeys Dugout Memberships

Rising Warrior

2x 30 min Private Lessons

Weekly player lesson log

Monthly mindset worksheet

FREE access to one Swing Lab per month 

($40 value)

Access to “Master The Sword” series of our drill catalog

10% discount on camps and clinics

$175 Per Month

$40 Savings

Best Value!

Committed Warrior

4x 30 minute Private Lessons

Level 1+

Extended access of our drill catalog with the “Dragon Slayer” series

2 FREE hours of cage rental 

($50 value)

FREE Parent Playbook – Guide to Recruitment 

Video Analysis once per month 

Parent Access to Private FB Group 

$295 Per Month

$120 Savings

Complete Warrior

4x 30 minute Private Lessons + 4 Catcher Academy Group Sessions

Level 1, 2 +…

Full access to the “Warrior Woman” Drill Catalog + Complete Catcher Drill Catalog

2 Video Analysis per month 

10% off ALL digital and merchandise store items

Early Access registration to events, camps or clinics

$445 Per Month

$200+ Savings

Don’t take our word for it — hear from the families who train with us.

Testimonials

Lottie Landmesser

Ohio State University Softball

Before I started going to Haleigh, I had little  understanding of who I was or who I wanted to become. I lacked self-confidence, feared failure, and constantly doubted my potential. Changing hitting coaches felt like a leap of faith at the time, but it turned out to be a true turning point for me. That timid 8th grader who stepped into Dickey’s Dugout for the first time unknowingly made one of the best decisions of her life. 

At my first lesson, I hit no more than ten balls before she sat me down on a bucket and we talked. Instead of jumping stright into my swing, Haleigh took the time to understand me as a person first. I had never felt so seen or valued. From that moment on, I knew that she could help me in ways no one else could, and I was fully bought in. 

I met with Haleigh close to once a week from that day in 8th grade all the way till the day I graduated. Whether that be for a hitting lesson, mental training, or just lunch, she was there. Through her personally curated hitting lessons, I developed from a “contact hitter” to a powerful offensive threat. I grew stronger, became more in tune with my mechanics, and gained confident in my swing. 

Through her mental training, I was pushed out of my comfort zone, forced to come face to face with my emotions, and taught how to communicate them to gain clarity. I developed a deeper understanding of how I functioned and what it would take to become the person/athlete I had envisioned. However, the greatest impact were the lunches. Haleigh is far more than a hitting instructor to me, she is a mentor, a best friend, a therapist, a hero, an inspiration, a leader, and a BADASS. No matter the time, place, or situation she is there for me. I would not be the athlete or the person that I am today without her guidance and the lessons she has taught me on and off the field. For that, I will be forever grateful.

 

Lawrence Ryefield

Dugout Dad; High School Aged Daughter

 

Ava was struggling with her mechanics and confidence. So we were looking for instruction, but we also wanted a place where Ava could develop and gain confidence. From the first day Haleigh resonated with us because it felt intentional. It wasn’t just about skills; it was about helping Ava believe in herself, and for her to enjoy the process of getting better.


Physically, the improvement has been obvious; she’s grown exponentially as a hitter with increased confidence and consistency. However, I’m most grateful for the bigger change: the growth in her mentality and confidence. Ava handles challenges differently because now mistakes don’t spiral the same way, and there’s a stronger belief in her ability to compete. 


As a former baseball player, I’ve been able to step back a bit more and trust the process. I try to support effort, mindset, and consistency. 


There’s a sense of purpose and direction now. Training feels intentional, confidence feels earned, and Ava is in love with the game. We have complete trust in Haleigh’s methodology and the way she approaches development. Ava looks forward to every session, and we’re incredibly grateful for Haleigh’s role in shaping her journey.

Reagan Hickey

University of Virginia Softball

Haleigh has impacted my life in ways far beyond the cages. From the beginning, she saw me as more than just an athlete, and that approach changed everything for me. She intentionally creates a space where every athlete feels supported, understood, and believed in, even in their toughest moments. Haleigh understands the game on a level I didn’t know existed. Her knowledge of the swing and the sport is truly unmatched, and that expertise is evident in the athletes she develops.

What makes her different, though, is her ability to connect the mental and physical sides of the game. She helped me realize that many of the struggles and fears I experienced on the field were rooted deeper, and she helped me break those down to become both a better athlete and a stronger person. Through her creativity and intentional coaching, she built my swing and my mindset from the ground up in a way that was uniquely tailored to me.

I believe relationships are the foundation of growth, and Haleigh truly embodies that belief. Her mission is to understand her athletes and coach each one individually to bring out their best. Throughout the recruiting process and some of the hardest seasons of my life, Haleigh was a steady and unwavering presence. She listened, encouraged, and advocated for me every step of the way. She taught me how to be fearless in my pursuit of excellence, play freely, and lead with confidence.

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