Travis Foster
Breese,IL
Summary
Accomplished Softball Coach with over 20 years of experience in leading teams to success, increasing player skill and performance. Skilled in team leadership, player development, and creating strategic game plans. Experienced with player development, game strategy, and team management. Utilizes collaborative coaching approach to enhance team performance and foster player growth. Track record of effective communication and leadership in achieving team objectives.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Softball Coach
Mckendree University
09.2024 - Current
- Primary duties - coaching infield defense and catchers
- Assisted with hitting and recruiting
- Led mental training development
- 1st base coach
- CARA logs, food logistics, help develop practice plan, assist in game strategy
Self Employed Softball Skills Instructor
Travis Foster Softball Skills Training
2021 - Current
- Provide hitting/catching/defense instruction in a small group or 1 on 1 setting
- Record, edit and provide recruiting skills videos
Volunteer Assistant Softball Coach
Penn West University - Clarion
06.2023 - 09.2024
- Primary duties - coaching catchers, mental training sessions
- Secondary duties - coaching hitters and defense
Lead Catching Instructor
National Softball Academy
07.2020 - 08.2023
- Developed customized training programs to enhance players' skills and performance.
- Conducted drills and evaluated player progress through structured assessments.
- Collaborated with coaching staff to implement effective practice strategies.
- Mentored junior instructors, fostering a supportive environment for skill development.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Health Education
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale
Carbondale, IL05-2005
Skills
- Team Leadership
- Player Development
- Sport Training
- Game Strategy
- Practice Planning
- Injury Prevention
- Performance Analysis
- Mentoring
Accomplishments
- Helped coach McKendree to 2026 D2 World Series Finals
- 2026 - NCAA D2 National Runner Up
- 2026 - Most wins in program history (51)
- In 2 seasons at McKendree, 12 team offensive and pitching records broken
- Finished top 2 in GLVC in total team defense
- Finished top 2 in GLVC in total team offense
Certification
- NFCA Certified Hitting Instructor
- First Aid & CPR - American Red Cross
Timeline
Assistant Softball Coach
Mckendree University
09.2024 - Current
Volunteer Assistant Softball Coach
Penn West University - Clarion
06.2023 - 09.2024
Lead Catching Instructor
National Softball Academy
07.2020 - 08.2023
Self Employed Softball Skills Instructor
Travis Foster Softball Skills Training
2021 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Health Education
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale