Train. Perform. Advance.
At SABRE Softball, we provide an unparalleled, year-round club softball experience that is dedicated to nurturing player development. Our commitment to every player’s growth is unwavering, and we strive to not only meet but exceed their athletic goals through our comprehensive training program.
Leveraging advanced technology and our team of experienced coaches, we aim to elevate each athlete’s performance on the field, while also fostering their development into well-rounded individuals off the field. We firmly believe in the power of hard work, and uphold the conviction that teams who are dedicated to diligent practice are teams destined for victory.
Winning comes in all forms; The Cages, The Field, The Classroom, The Home.
S– Sacrifice
A– Attitude
B– Belief
R– Resilience
E-Effort
Under the direction of Coach Kelly Thornton, SABRE Softball is built for players who want to learn from the best to play against the best.
- Fall team training begins in August
- Teams will participate in events throughout the NJ/PA/NY region with higher level teams participating in events beyond the immediate area
- Training and practices will take place on fields and at facilities located in North N.J.
- Indoor space includes In The Zone facility in Flanders, NJ as well as other Morris County indoor facilities
- More On Program Features
- SABRE Softball looks for players with the right Attitude, that Hustle, are Focused & Committed and are ready to WORK
- More on What We Look For In A Player
All tryouts will require a metrics capture, certified by the coach conducting the tryout.
- Running / Baserunning Speeds
- Positional Throwing Velocity
- Pitching Metrics
- Catching Metrics
- Hitting Metrics
- Tryout Registration
Players may be asked to attend more than one tryout at Coach Kelly’s discretion.
Coach Kelly Thornton
The SABRE Advisory Panel
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| Andrew Romanella Head Coach Centenary University |
Brian Eberly Head Coach Drew University |
Tyler Pagaduan Head Coach St Lawrence University |
Upcoming December Sessions With Our Advisory Panel:
The Mental Game: Confidence, Pressure & Performing When It Counts
Athletic success isn’t just about physical skill—it’s also about the ability to focus, handle adversity, and bounce
back. In this session, college coaches will discuss the mental side of baseball and softball: how players can build
confidence, manage nerves, and thrive under pressure.
What You’ll Learn:
- What mental skills separate average athletes from great ones.
- Strategies for bouncing back after failure.
- How parents can support their athlete’s confidence without adding pressure.
- Examples of mental routines used by successful college athletes.
Training Smarter: Balancing Team, Lessons, and Strength & Conditioning
Between practices, lessons, tournaments, and school, it’s easy for players to feel overwhelmed. This session focuses
on how to train smarter, not just harder. College coaches will share how to balance skill work, team commitments,
strength training, and rest so players avoid burnout and keep improving.
What You’ll Learn:
- What an ideal weekly training schedule looks like for different age groups.
- The role of strength, agility, and speed training (and common mistakes to avoid).
- Why rest and recovery matter, and how overtraining shows up in athletes.
- Advice for parents on setting healthy boundaries and priorities.