Description
Location: Mercer Island, WA
Base Compensation: $6,000 + Travel Stipends + Potential Performance Bonuses
Start Date: Fall 2025 (Tournaments begin January 2026)
We are launching a brand-new select softball program on Mercer Island, The Mercer Island Blue Angels, and are looking for a dedicated, positive, and knowledgeable 12U Coach to lead our inaugural team of driven and talented athletes. If you’re passionate about player development, creating a supportive environment, and helping girls grow on and off the field—this is the opportunity for you.
About the Role
- Lead Coach for a 12U select softball team in its founding season
- 2 team practices per week, starting Fall 2025
- Indoor training at Boost Baseball in Factoria
- Outdoor field time at South Mercer Playfields
- Competitive tournament season begins in January 2026
- Develop a season-long training plan focusing on individual skill development, team strategy, and mental toughness
- Travel with the team to local and regional tournaments
- Foster a positive, growth-oriented team culture where athletes feel encouraged and empowered
Ideal Candidate Qualifications
- Previous competitive playing experience in softball or prior coaching experience in competitive softball/baseball
- Strong knowledge of game strategy, player development, and youth sports dynamics
- Demonstrated ability to lead with confidence, empathy, and enthusiasm
- Exceptional communication and leadership skills, especially when working with girls ages 10–12
- Must pass background check and adhere to youth sports safety standards
Compensation & Perks
- Base pay of $6,000
- Additional travel stipends for tournaments
- Access to premier indoor and outdoor facilities
- Be part of building something from the ground up with room to grow in future seasons
Location Highlights
- Mercer Island, centrally located near Seattle and Bellevue
- Boost Baseball (Factoria): top-tier indoor training space
- South Mercer Playfields: scenic and convenient outdoor practice space
How to Apply
Send your resume and a short statement about your coaching philosophy to:
dan@boostbaseball.com & lmoranjr@yahoo.com
We’re excited to meet a coach who’s not just experienced—but motivated to inspire and ready to help us shape the future of softball on Mercer Island.