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The University of Calgary Fastball Coaching
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HEAD COACH: Neal Harlos
Neal was selected to be the head coach
of the Dinos in October 2015. He became
the 6th Head Coach of the Dinos Fastball
program, and the 2024 season will be his
10th year with the club. Neal brings a
wealth of coaching experience to the
program, and in 2016 and 2018 he was
selected the WCSA coach of the year. He
has led the Dinos to three medals at the
Canadian Collegiate National
Championships winning bronze in 2018 &
2021 as well as silver in 2019. The team
has medaled in each year he has coached
at the WCSA championships, earning
silver in 2023 and winning the
championship most recently in 2022.
Neal started coaching in minor ball 19
years ago. He coached club teams for 12
years that included a club team that he
started in Calgary the Xtreme where he
coached for 10 years before stepping
away to focus on the Dinos program. His
teams have received numerous medals
throughout the years competing at both A
and B Provincial Championships, Western
Canadian Championships, National
Championships, Alberta Summer Games, and
tournaments in the United States and
across Canada. Neal is a certified NCCP
level 2 coach and is working towards his
level 3. He is passionate about coaching
and helping his players improve not only
on the field but off the field as well.
He is always trying to adapt and improve
his coaching methods to help individuals
who have the desire to elevate their
game.
Off the ball field Neal likes to spend
his time at the gym, disc golfing, and
cycling where he is proud to be a
ten-year participant in the Tour of
Alberta for Cancer that raises money for
cancer research in Alberta.
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Assistant Coach:
Greg Tarr
Greg joined the Dinos for
the 2019 season. He has been involved as
both as a fastball player and as a coach
in Calgary for many years, and brings
valuable experiance to the team.
In 2011, Greg was a
founding member of the Calgary
Adrenaline Fastball Association, and
served as President for five years.
During his time with the Adrenaline he
was Head Coach at numerous A
Provincials, consistently medaling at
those championships. He also had sucess
in coaching teams in the CWFA, GPLS, At
Canada Cup, Western Canadian
Championships, and National
Championships. He is a certified Level 2
NCCP Coach and is always looking to
improve his coaching skill set. Greg
works hard and is dedicated to the sport
and his players; and he expects the same
out of them.
Off the field Greg enjoys
family time, golfing, and playing
hockey.
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Assistant Coach:
Victoria
Kehler
Victoria grew up playing softball in BC
until graduating high school when she
moved to Calgary to play softball at the
University of Calgary. Victoria played
first base and pitched for the Dinos
receiving two first team all-star awards
for playing first base, placed first in
the WCSA league and won a bronze and a
silver medal at the CCSA National
Championships. Victoria was a two time
recipient of the Dino Pride Award which
is given to a player for their exemplary
commitment and dedication to the team on
and off the field. Victoria has been
coaching in and around Calgary for the
past 7 years through ASA, South Bow
River, Foothills Fury, and Nosecreek
Softball. She has her NCCP level 1
softball coaching certification and has
been involved in the sport for 20 years.
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Pitching Coach:
Emily Dendstent
Emily joined the coaching staff in
November 2017 as the team's pitching
coach. She brings extensive playing
experience to the program which
includes: Canadian Junior A National
Champion in 2007; 4 year letter-winner
with the University of Pennsylvania
Softball team; participation at the
Canadian National Championships in 2001
and 2003 through 2011,; and Canada
Summer Games. Emily received several
team and conference awards /
recognitions during her softball career
at the University of Pennsylvania,
including 1st Team All-Ivy ( Pitcher )
in 2007 while leading the softball team
to the inaugural Ivy League conference
finals. Emily also received several
awards / recognitions while playing club
ball for various Calgary fastball teams,
including top pitcher at the 2003
National Championship. Emily has coached
pitchers at all levels of the game. She
graduated from the University of
Pennsylvania with a Bachelor of Arts in
Cinema Studies and World History. Emily
then completed a Law degree in 2014 at
the University of Saskatchewan, and
currently works as a lawyer in Calgary.
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Physiotherapist:
Carlee
Anderson
Dinos alumni
Carlee Anderson rejoined the team in
August 2021. Carlee will be helping the
athletes
with on-field rehab. She
graduated with a Masters of Science in
Physical Therapy at the University of
Alberta in 2015 and has also completed
her Bachelor of Kinesiology at the
University of Calgary in 2012. She is a
CPA Orthopedic Level III Manual
Therapist who is certified in Biomedical
Dry Needling. She is also experienced
with athletic taping/strapping and
Kinesiotaping. Her clinical interests
include SI joint dysfunction, acute low
back pain, neck pain, TMJD,
craniovertebral dysfunction and shoulder
injuries. Growing up in Champion, AB,
Carlee was involved in several sports at
competitive and recreational levels as
both an athlete and a coach. She is most
passionate and experienced with figure
skating, equestrian, volleyball and
softball. She grew up playing fastball
with the Lethbridge Tornados before
moving to Calgary began her tenure with Dinos
Fastball in 2008. Following her time
with the Dinos, she played two seasons
with the Calgary Riot. Carlee believes
in taking a comprehensive and
individualized approach to
sport-specific rehab in order to
maximize recovery and performance for
her athletes.
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