Who We Are

Dickey’s Dugout Inc was officially established in April of 2016 and launched it’s current location in March of 2018.

Dickey’s Dugout was created out of a simple but powerful need Haleigh saw over and over again: talented girls working hard, yet feeling stuck physcially or mentally — and parents wanting to help, but unsure how.

Too many athletes train without true game application. Too many families juggle conflicting messages, short-term fixes, and “pressure” created by language. We wanted to build a place where development is intentional, progress is measurable, and athletes feel supported every step of the way.

This is a place where girls are taught how to work, how to lead, and how to trust themselves — not just how to swing, throw, or catch.

We work with athletes at all stages of their journey — from beginners building foundations to competitive players with college aspirations to the girls on the big screen home for break.

We also work closely with parents, because development doesn’t stop at the facility doors. When families understand the process, athletes thrive.

Whether your athlete is here for private lessons, memberships, or our specialized academies, they are met with the same standard: they matter, and their growth matters.

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Our Commitment

Dear Parents and Athletes,

If you’re here, it’s likely because you’re searching for more than just another place to train.

There are many places to work on skills.
There are far fewer places committed to truly developing the athlete — and the person — as a whole.

That’s why Dickey’s Dugout exists.

Here, development is not random. We believe athletes deserve clarity, consistency, and a plan. Our training follows clear development pathways so girls understand what they’re working toward and why it matters. They are not bouncing between mixed messages or chasing quick fixes — they’re learning a unified coaching language, grounded in one shared philosophy and reinforced by a team of instructors aligned in purpose.

We train with intention — not noise.

We also believe no athlete grows alone. Our coaching staff works together. Our athletes grow together. And our parents are part of the process. Communication and trust are foundational here, not optional. When parents understand the journey, athletes feel safer, stronger, and more supported taking it.

At Dickey’s Dugout, we don’t just ask athletes to work harder.
We teach them how to work smarter — with confidence, ownership, and purpose.

The Environment We Protect

Just as important as instruction is the environment in which it’s delivered.

We are deeply intentional about the culture we create, because environment shapes the athlete just as much as the drills do.

This is a place where:

Athletes are pushed to choose their best self
Failure is expected and used as a tool for growth
Awareness and courage is required and celebrated
Confidence is built through preparation and reflection, not demanded through pressure
Girls support girls — on and off the field

Here, athletes learn how to compete fiercely while still lifting one another up. They train together, struggle together, and grow together — developing not just as players, but as teammates and young women.

Belonging matters. Accountability matters. And shared purpose changes everything.

If you’re looking for a place that values the process, honors the individual, and believes development is about more than performance — you’re in the right place.

Meet Our Coaches

“We don’t just ask athletes to work harder. We teach them how to work smarter — with confidence, ownership, and purpose.”

Khayla SHelton

Hitting and Defense Specialist

Green played High School softball and lacrosse at McEachern High School in Powder Springs, Georgia. During her high school career, Khayla played softball as a four-year starter, three-year Team Captain in 2012 thru 2014, 1st team All Region in 2011,2012 and 2014 and 2nd team All Region Class 7A in 2013. During the spring seasons, Green played Lacrosse from 2013-2015, where she was a two-year starter and tied McEachern’s women’s lacrosse single season record for goals scored with 15.

Green then attended Lipscomb University in Nashville, Tennessee under head coach Kristin Ryman as a utility player where she was a four-year starter playing third, middle infield and outfield. Green helped lead their team to an Atlantic Sun Regular Season and Atlantic Sun Tournament Championship in 2019 taking them to the Tuscaloosa Regional where her career ended. Green left the Lipscomb Softball program as the Career Leader in Walks with 41 in her final season, a .432 on base percentage and .963 fielding percentage. Khayla finished her bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science.

As an instructor, Green recognizes every player is different; she plans to highlight their strengths and fortify their weaknesses to ensure each player leaves better than they came.

Bella Galloway

Hitting and Catching Specialist

“This opportunity means the world to me! I am more than excited to give back to the place that built me into the person I am and the player I was. I plan to do the same with the girls I work with, building them into both strong young women and confident softball players. Let’s get to work!”

Bella Galloway has been a Dugout Athlete since 2016. She trained with owner, Haleigh Dickey, during her record breaking career at Campbell High School, as well as, her journey with Kennesaw State University and Lee University.

Bella finished her career at Lee University as one of the leaders with a .337 batting average and a .382 on base percentage.

Bella will bring a depth of knowledge within hitting and catching. She has learned to face many adversities and challenges while standing strong in her process and authenticity.

Kassidy Amerson-Fox

Hitting and Defense Specialist

“I am excited to share my knowledge with the next generation and grow the game in a way that builds not only the physical aspects to be a great player but the mental as well!"

Coach Kass is a Georgia local. She grew up in Douglasville, GA. She attended and played for Chapel Hill High School where she holds multiple records including HRs, BA and RBI’s as well as multiple golden glove awards.

Kass was recruited to play Division 1 softball at Kennesaw State University. She was a true utility playing both infield and outfield across her time there. She ended her career with a BA of .283 and a FLD% of .976.

Coach Kass will bring knowledge within hitting and defense. Her pursuit of growth and being part of development makes her a strong addition to our staff.

Sofia Bailey

Junior Instructor

Hitting and Catching Specialist

Sofia Bailey attends Hillgrove High School and plays for Georgia Impact during her travel season.

In her time at Hillgrove she earned 2nd Team All Region her freshman season following with 1st Team All Region her sophomore year, taking home the Golden Bat Award.

Playing for GA Impact, she wrapped up her 2024 spring and summer season with a .300+ batting average, winning the team MVP award. Immediately following with a .410 batting average in her most recent Junior year season with Hillgrove High School, helping lead them to a state tournament appearance in Columbus.

With 6 years of dedicated training under Haleigh Dickey, Sofia embraces the Dragon Slayer mindset and philosophy. Her coaching will focus on skill development with youth hitters and catchers as well as the importance of mental strength inspiring young players to be their best.