Testimonials

Testimonials

My daughter just completed her first year with the BATS Academy fastpitch 16U team. It was just over a year ago that she sat in the bleachers watching many of the same girls compete for the WI state championship. She realized at that time that the BATS Academy was something different and all the girls on the field had the same goal as she did and that was to play at the highest level and eventually at the college level. Now that we have completed our first year in the program, we can’t thank Kyle, his staff, the players and BATS family enough for the great experience! There is no program in the state of Wisconsin that has more knowledge about what it takes to get to the next level than the BATS Academy. The coaches are professional, knowledgeable and understand the game of softball at the highest level. We have seen our daughter grow this past year not only as a player but as a person. The confidence she has gained as a young woman is incredible. We were exposed to some of the biggest college softball programs in the country and Kyle was open and honest with what he thought my daughter’s talents and expectations were. We have been blessed through the hard work of Kyle and the program to have my daughter recently commit to play at a Division 1 school. There is no other program in the state of Wisconsin that would have done what the BATS Academy did for my daughter. The exposure she received was unbelievable and the hard work Kyle and the staff put in will never be forgotten. If parents are looking for a place that their daughter can grow both on and off the field, the BATS Academy is the place to be. It takes hard work and dedication from both the player and family but the experience and friendships that will be made will be priceless. We are truly grateful for the memories made and the hard work done on behalf of my daughter.

-Tim and Teresa Jensen, Parents

My daughter is a currently in her 2nd season with the BATS Academy Fastpitch 16U team, and I can honestly say that her becoming a member of this organization was the best softball decision we have ever made. Kyle and his staff are professional, knowledgeable, encouraging, with an emphasis on developing integrity, sportsmanship, leadership, and teamwork in all of their athletes. Since training and playing at BATS, my daughter’s softball skills, confidence, work ethic, and knowledge of the game have all grown tremendously. The BATS Fastpitch program gives female athletes an opportunity to receive high level competition with an emphasis on college exposure. Being a part of this organization has opened up many doors for my daughter; which includes helping fulfill her dream of playing Division 1 College softball. She would not be in this position without Kyle or BATS, and for this we are truly grateful.

- Jill Cowan, Parent

As a parent of a player I have been able to watch my daughter grow over the years but there was always something missing. The passion was dying and it was very hard to watch knowing that there was so much more to offer. We would listen to coaches who would promise the world but in the end were not able to deliver. We were finally ready to give our daughter what she needed most a "real team" with real coaching. A group of young women with that same drive and desire to be part of something bigger than themselves and a group of coaches who understand the importance of having that feeling.

There is a re-knew-ed passion and confidence that comes from knowing that everyone is there to give their best. The girls love coming to practice and believe it or not, get there early to be with each other and it carries over to the field.

The staff is second to none and they go over and above to make certain that everything is running smooth. They know how to run an organization which is why they are able to make it look easy. More importantly they know the game and how it is played in order to be successful. They respect the players and the players have a great respect for them, as do the parents which is something that I have never seen before until now. The B.A.T.S organization is the best thing that we could have done for our daughter and her softball career.

- Steve Veres, Parent

Our daughter Carly joined BATS Fastpitch Softball in 2012, the program's inaugural year. At the time, joining this unproven program was a leap of faith, which turned out to be one of our best decisions ever. Playing for BATS has been a life-changing experience for Carly. While her softball skills have risen to a whole new level, it is the intangibles that BATS instills in its players that represent the program's greatest benefits -- resilience, discipline, grace under pressure, sportsmanship, unparalleled work ethic and team spirit, win or lose. We are extremely grateful to the BATS coaches who have helped our daughter develop into the athlete and young woman she is today. Carly will be playing softball for the University of Chicago starting in the fall of 2015.

- Tom and Patti Schulz, Parents

My daughter has trained at BATS Sports Academy through their fastpitch program for almost a year. She takes hitting and pitching lessons from Teri Green. Teri has been a tremendous instructor. To maximize training, it is important for a student and an instructor to create a special bond. A bond filled with trust and compatibility. Teri formed this relationship with my daughter.

My daughter has made noticeable improvement in all aspects of her softball game because of her time spent with the BATS program and because of an inspired work ethic brought about by Teri. She has also participated in the BATS fastpitch specialty clinic program, which focuses on certain skills areas. Both Teri and Liz Knoblauch did a fantastic job tailoring the specialty clinic instruction to my daughter’s needs.

All of the instructors in both the BATS fastpitch and baseball programs are dedicated to individual player development. They not only tell a student how to improve their skills, they also show them the benefits of improving their skills. The BATS staff teaches sportsmanship, discipline, commitment, determination, and instills self-confidence – all with a high degree of moral character. Ultimately, the BATS programs teach the characteristics needed to perform at a high level and to be a great student athlete. Kudos to Kyle Knoblauch for putting together an awesome staff of instructors and coaches.

- Richard Rayborn – father, avid softball & baseball fan, former coach

"One of the things I have found so great about BATS, is not only the knowledge of the game the staff provides to young players, but the motivation they have to push players to the next level. The athletes training at BATS are put at such an advantage being exposed to a staff so highly competitive and willing to do anything to make their players succeed. I wish I had a facility like this when I was in high school, seeing as it is very convenient and beneficial. After watching Kyle, Erin and Teri work with their 16U team, I have actually seen a lot of the basic drills and techniques being used that we use at the University of Iowa. I would highly encourage any baseball and softball players, of any age, who wants to step up their game to train at BATS!

- Michelle Zoeller, Former Homestead HS All-Stater and All-Big Ten performer at the University of Iowa.

Overall, I learned more in my time with BATS than any other organization. Players were told at the beginning of the season that what we do in practice is what teams do in college. That statement is 100% true because I have done almost every drill that I did at BATS here at CUW too. It helped me a ton and I feel that it was a lot easier for me to transition to a higher level of competition. I just wanted to say thank you again for letting me be a part of your program last year. I learned a lot and had a great time!

- Delaney O'Keefe, Former Player, CUW Class of 2019

My daughter has trained with Teri Green at BATS for four years and has played for two years for the BATS U14 fastpitch team. The coaching is top of the line and our daughter has flourished in the BATS environment. The entire staff is exceptional.

- Bart Schindler, Parent

Our daughter gained so much being a part of BATS fastpitch softball. The coaches definitely had her best interests at heart while helping her grow in all aspects of the game. What impressed our family the most was the individual focus they took to improving her skills. BATS doesn't take a 'one size fits all' approach. Instead they sought to understand her individual needs then offered her the support and encouragement to not only take her game to the next level but heightened her passion for the game of softball. Most importantly, the coaches reinforced the importance of setting goals and creating plans to achieve them. Such values continue to serve our daughter well on and off the field.

Can't say enough for all Kyle and Erin did for our daughter while she was with their program. The frosting on the cake was the opportunity to develop some life-long friends while playing for BATS.

- Todd Herbert, Parent

Kyle runs the type of program that cares about the success of every individual that walks through his door by paying attention to details and individual progression.

- Keith Shimon, Owner of Body Activation