Hi, I'm Jess 👋
Welcome to JD Softball Academy.
I’ve been a lifelong athlete with a passion for the game that started in childhood. As a former collegiate (H2P!) and professional softball player, I’ve had the privilege of learning from, and competing alongside and against, some of the best women in the sport. I’m passionate about sharing my knowledge and experiences to help young athletes grow not only in skill, but in confidence, work ethic, and character — developing both strong players and strong people who carry those lessons on and off the field.
Softball Resume
PLAYING CAREER
BALDWIN HIGH SCHOOL
- Utility player (catcher/infield), team captain
- WPIAL Champions (2001), WPIAL Runner Up (2003), WPIAL 3rd place (2002, 2004)
- Female Athlete of the Year (2004)
- First Team All State (2003, 2004)
- Baldwin Hall of Fame Inductee (2009)
UNIVERSITY OF PITTSBURGH
- 4 year starter as a utility player (infield/outfield), 2 year team captain
- First Team All Big East (2008) Third Team All Big East (2006, 2007), Big East Player of the Week
- ECAC Softball All-Star (2008)
- Set or tied school career records for RBIs (113) and doubles (45)
- Set single-season records for doubles (17), runs scored (43) and RBI (44)
- Set the school record for longest hitting streak at 22 games
- Nationally ranked in the NCAA for Most Hit by Pitches (13th, 2008) and Toughest to Strike Out (33rd, 2007)
- First Pitt Softball player to play professionally
- First Pitt Softball player inducted into the Pitt Hall of Fame, class of 2025
NATIONAL PRO FASTPITCH
Washington Glory (2008) | Chantilly, VA
- Utility player, saw time at 3rd base, 2nd base, outfield, and as a designated hitter
- Runner Up in the 2008 NPF Championship Series in Kimberly, WI
- Played international competition in preparations for the 2008 Olympics (Chinese Taipei, Brazilian National Team)
USSSA Pride (2009) | Kissimmee, FL
- Utility player, started at either 3rd base or in the outfield, bull pen catcher
- Runner Up in the 2009 NPF Championship Series in Akron, OH
- Started in the outfield alongside Olympians Kelly Kretschsman (RF) and Caitlin Lowe (CF), and behind pitcher Monica Abbott
- 3 for 3 performance against Olympian Cat Osterman
COACHING CAREER
UNIVERSITY OF PITTSBURGH
- Assistant Coach (2008-2010), Volunteer Assistant Coach (2012-2013)
- Worked directly with infielders and hitters
ALL AMERICAN BASEBALL CENTER
- Director of Softball Operations
- Program director for the All American Roadrunners
- Worked with girls and teams from 8U-18U
PROFESSIONAL CAREER
CROSSFIT TPA/TOTAL PURSUIT ATHLETICS
- Gym owner (2018-2023)
- General manager, nutrition coach, personal/sport specific trainer, kid & adult group class coach (2012-2018)
- Certifications in:
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CrossFit Level 1
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CrossFit Level 2
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NCI Nutrition Coach
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NCI Hormone Certification
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BirthFit Coaches Course
JUST FOR FUN
STONE COLD STEVE AUSTIN'S BROKEN SKULL CHALLENGE
- 2 time competitor; episode bracket winner and All Star episode challenger
Get in touch.
PARKING ADDRESS:
Washington Street
Connoquenessing, PA 16033
724-201-9894
