This program is designed for players who will be in U13 or 1st year U15 for the 2026 season. This program is ideally suited for players who: -will be a first year U15 in Softball Alberta for the 2026 season and played U13 division 1 or 2 in 2025 -will play U13 in Softball Alberta for the 2026 season and played U13 division 1 or 2 in 2025 -will play U13 in Softball Alberta for the 2026 season and played U11 advanced in 2025 Our goal with winter training is to provide players with the opportunity to develop as well rounded softball players and more superior athletes. Sessions will focus on hitting, defense, and arm strength allowing players to progress more quickly in areas like hitting power, throwing velocity, and base running speed. The holistic nature of the Jr Academy Program will encompass skill development, the implementation of a mental approach to the game, physical development for enhanced performance, and injury prevention. Junior Academy players will train on Saturdays for 2 hours per week. March 7th, 14th, 21st, 28th: 10:00am-12:00pm April 4th & 18th: 4:00pm-6:00pm **No training session on April 11th**