RIPTIDE SOFTBALL ACADEMY

COMPETE TOGETHER.DEVELOP EVERY DAY.

Competitive team environments built for athletes who want coaching, challenge and shared standards.

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Riptide 12u Elite
12u Elite · Fall 2026

Riptide 12u Elite

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Coach ratioHead Coach Emily Joss
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Riptide 14u Premier
14u Premier · Fall 2026

Riptide 14u Premier

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Coach ratioHead Coach Danielle Romanello
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Riptide 14U Elite
14u Elite · Fall 2016

Riptide 14U Elite

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Coach ratioHead Coach Danielle Romanello
Riptide 14u Select
14u Select · Fall 2026

Riptide 14u Select

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Coach ratioHead Coach Dana Vollmuth
Riptide HS Elite
HS Elite · Fall 2026

Riptide HS Elite

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Coach ratioHead Coach Faith Cain
THE RIPTIDE STANDARD

Coachable. Competitive. Team First.

Riptide looks for athletes who are ready to learn, compete and contribute to the group.

Team development is more than a tournament schedule. Practices, communication and game opportunities are designed to help athletes earn roles, expand positional confidence and keep improving together.

Opportunity is earned through preparation, effort and consistent team habits.

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What Families Can Expect

  • Practices typically one to three times per week, depending on season and tournament schedule
  • Training across the Durham, Cary, Raleigh and Chapel Hill area
  • Indoor development support at the downtown Durham facility
  • Competitive schedules matched to team age and level
  • Clear expectations around effort, coachability and being a good teammate
FAQ

Team Questions, Answered

A starting point for families considering Riptide team opportunities.

Players who want to be coached, are ready to compete and will be good teammates. Effort, passion for the game and commitment to the group matter.

Teams typically carry 10 to 13 players, depending on pitching needs and the competitive level of the team.

Playing time is not guaranteed to be equal. Coaches work to provide meaningful opportunities for athletes to earn roles and develop at multiple positions.

Teams generally practice one to three times per week depending on the time of year and tournament schedule. Exact details vary by team.

Use the contact page or check current clinic and tryout listings. Riptide can help identify the most appropriate next step for your athlete.

YOUR NEXT STEP

Find The Right Team Opportunity

Tell us your athlete's age and experience, and we will point you toward current team or tryout information.

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