The Softball Academy at Tommy Douglas Collegiate is open to all female/male grade 10, 11 and 12 students in Saskatoon. Participants will have the opportunity to earn high school credits, 2 of which will be as part of the academy in Physical Education, and Work Education (Wellness 10/S.P.E 20/30; Career and Work Education 10/20/30A/30B).

Students will take part in on-field softball activities for half of the semester utilizing both outdoor and indoor facilities. In the alternate half of the semester, students will be involved in Career Work Education classes which will include National Coaching Certification training and sport related volunteer hours.

There is a $300 fee for students taking this course which will cover facility rentals, offsite transportation, and course materials (Please Note: for students in their second year in the softball academy, their fee will be $200.00). Payment will be due when the students begin the program. Students will be supplied with a Softball Academy sweat suit, T-shirt and shorts. Participants will be required to supply their own glove and are encouraged to bring their own helmet and bat (if possible). Acceptance into this program is not based on the ability to pay. If cost is a deterrent, please contact the Principal of Tommy Douglas (683-7910).

Interested students should contact the Student Services secretary at Tommy Douglas Collegiate for more information (683-7916). An information meeting will be held in Tommy Douglas Collegiate library on Thursday February 16, 2012 at 6:30 p.m. This program requires an application to be completed, and returned to student services by Monday March 12, 2012. Enrolment will be limited. The Softball Academy instructor is Don Bates (Men’s National softball Team Head Coach).

This Softball Academy is intended to be a broad-based program geared toward softball enthusiasts with a range of skill levels and a passion for the game. This program will give students the opportunity to earn high school credits, develop softball skills, provide volunteer service to their community and create lasting friendships.

Click here for a Softball Academy application form.

Click here for a Softball Academy brochure.