SOFTBALL FIELD DAYS & SKILLS CLINICS
"WESA Athletics is about learning, not judging. We focus on developing the four core skills of softball: Hitting, Running, Fielding, and Throwing. The annual Skills Assessment is simply a tool that helps players understand their progress, recognize their strengths, and identify opportunities for growth." - WESA
Page Contents:
- Upcoming Field Days & Clinics
- WESA Athletics Approach
- Program Descriptions
FIELD DAYS SCHEDULE
Pre-Draft Field Days - Mandatory for all new members and those who have not joined since 2023.
Pre-Draft Field Day #1: 12-2pm, Saturday, February 21, 2026
Pre-Draft Field Day #2: 10am - 12pm, Sunday, March 1, 2026
Post-Draft Field Days
April Field Day: 12-2pm, Saturday, April 25, 2026 - Pitching, Batting, and Base Running.
May Field Day: 12-2pm, Saturday, May 23, 2026 - Pitching, Batting, Fielding, and Base Running.
June Field Day: 12-2pm, Saturday, June 20, 2026 - Final chance to challenge 2026 SQ Assessment in Fielding, Running and Throwing.
SATURDAY OPEN PRACTICE
Every Saturday from 915 to 12pm
The WESA Athletics Approach
At WESA Athletics, we believe that every player can improve. Knowledge gives us direction. Practice builds our skills. Attitude shapes our journey. Results are earned one step at a time.
Knowledge x Practice x Attitude = Results
Knowledge
Learning the game.
Understanding the rules
Learning proper techniques
Knowing game situations
Learning from coaches and teammates
Practice
Building skills through repetition.
Attending clinics
Playing catch
Batting practice
Showing up consistently
Trying new things
Attitude
Making the most of the abilities you have.
Every player brings different natural strengths to the field. Some players are naturally fast, some throw harder, and some pick up new skills quickly.
Having talent is one thing. How you use it matters.
A positive attitude means being open to learning, working through challenges, supporting your teammates, and continuing to improve. Players who embrace growth often accomplish more than those who rely on natural ability alone.
Results
The outcome of the process.
Improved skills
Greater confidence
Better teamwork
More enjoyment of the game
Continued development as a player
Practice helps us do it.
Attitude determines how far we are willing to go.
Results take care of themselves.
PROGRAM DESCRIPTIONS
FIELD DAYS
PRE-DRAFT
New & Returning members who have not been registered on a team roster since 2023 need to attend at least one Pre-Season Field Day which takes place at Strathcona Park (857 Malkin Avenue).
Dates and times above.
All Coaches and participants are requested to show up at least 20 mins early. Attending Pre-Draft Camp is required for NEW Players or members who have not been on a rostered WESA team since 2023.
POST-DRAFT FIELD DAYS
Once a month, the Coach Squad comes together to run clinics in Hitting, Running, Fielding, and Pitching. 
CHALLENGES TO THE SKILLS ASSESSMENTS - These field days are an opportunity for the Skills Assessments Committee to monitor the progress of members in each category including the chance to run some challenges for SQs (Skills Questions) in Fielding, Running, and Throwing. Note: Batting assessments must be done observing regular season games.
Questions? Please email vicecommissioner (at) WESA.net.
Learn more about the four skills categories and how the league assesses players HERE.
SATURDAY OPEN PRACTICE
(All levels)
Year round skills clinic with a focus on PITCHING and HITTING. Please contact Lead Coach, Peter at PHaughton (at) Hotmail.com for more information. Meet at SW Fountainhead Diamond. The skills covered will expand depending on attendance and goals of the group on the day.
A common schedule for this clinic is to have developing Pitchers to practice early, then progress into a pitching and batting practice.
WESA 2026 SOFTBALL ESSENTIALS
presented by 
Lead Coaches: Emily D & Pat K
Designed especially for WESA 2026 New Members & Rookies who are keen to learn softball essentials before Spring Ice Breaker Sunday (Sunday, April 12, 2026) and our 48th Season Opening Day (Sunday, April 19, 2026)! Please register so we know how many are coming for each date. For additional information, please join our private Facebook group by searching “WESA / SoftballEssentials with Pat & Emily”.
You can also contact Emily & Pat directly at SoftballEssentials (at) Outlook.com. For other questions, please email Commission (at) WESA.net. Thank you and we look forward to hearing from you!
Meet at SW Fountainhead Diamond at Strathcona Park. See park map HERE.
SE Part 1 - Rules/Positions/Throwing/Catching
Wednesday March 11, 2026 ~ 6:15pm
Sunday, March 15, 2026 ~ 10am
SE Part 2 - How to play the Infield
Wednesday March 18, 2026 ~ 6:15pm
Sunday, March 22, 2026 ~ 10am
SE Part 3 - How to play the Outfield
Wednesday March 25, 2026 ~ 6:15pm
Sunday, March 29, 2026 ~ 10am
SE Part 4 - Base Running & Batting
Wednesday April 1, 2026 ~ 6:15pm
Wednesday, April 8, 2026 ~ 6:15pm
SE Part 5 - Scrimmage Game
Sunday, April 5, 2026 ~ 10am
SE Part 6 - Scorekeeping Clinic - online
Thursday, April 9, 2026 ~ 7pm
REGISTER Here.
2025 OPEN MIXER SCRIMMAGE GAMES
Open scrimmage games give players more opportunity to practice and gain confidence.
On the long weekends during the Pennant Season, the league will have two open practice games at Strathcona Park, CTR Celebrities Diamond, for members on the Sundays of Easter Weekend, Victoria Day Weekend, and Canada Day Weekend:
Easter Weekend, Sunday, April 5, 2026
10:30am - Softball Essentials Scrimmage Game (for Rookies and Novice Players)
12pm - Open Scrimmage Game (for all WESA Members and registered spares)
Victoria Day Weekend, Sunday, May 17, 2026
10:30am- Softball Essentials Scrimmage Game (for Rookies and Novice Players)
12pm - Open Scrimmage Game (for all WESA Members and registered spares)
Canada Day Weekend, Sunday, July 5, 2026
10:30am - Softball Essentials Scrimmage Game (for Rookies and Novice Players)
12pm - Open Scrimmage Game (for all WESA Members and registered spares)
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