Introducing our 2026-27 Head Coaches
10A Tristin James
My love for softball began as a player and continues today as a coach. I was a four-time SPSL First Team pitcher at Puyallup High School, played select softball for Mukilteo Madness, and went on to play at Concordia University.
As a coach, I focus on teaching strong fundamentals, building confidence, and fostering a love for the game. Having played select softball, I understand the commitment families make and strive to honor that investment by helping every player reach their potential.
Next year will be our second season at the 10U level. During the fall and winter, we will practice twice a week and compete in one tournament each month. Our goal is to continue developing skills, increase versatility on the field, and most importantly, keep the game fun and rewarding for every player.
12u Joe Harrison
My name is Joe Harrison and this will be my 19th season coaching, but third year with New Level Softball. I strive to create a fun, competitive, and rewarding experience for every athlete on the team. I am highly driven and committed to helping players develop their skills, confidence, and love for the game. Building an inclusive environment where every player feels valued, supported, and empowered is at the core of my coaching philosophy. At the same time, I maintain a structured and organized approach that promotes accountability, teamwork, and long-term success both on and off the field.
This year I plan to carry 12 players on our roster and play in around 13 tournaments. Two of these tournaments will be traveling tournaments, but still within driving distance. As a player my expectations are simple. Have fun, work hard, compete, be respectful, but most of all, be loud!
12A National Josh Henkel
With 20 years of coaching experience in both baseball and softball, including the last 8 years with New Level, I have had the privilege of developing athletes at both the local and national travel ball levels. My coaching philosophy centers on player development, competitive excellence, and helping athletes discover and cultivate a lifelong passion for the game. I believe that success is built through consistent effort, accountability, and creating an environment where players can grow both on and off the field. My goal is not only to develop skilled athletes but also confident young people who understand the value of teamwork, leadership, and sportsmanship. The foundation of every team I coach is simple: Compete Consistently with Confidence and Class
As we enter our second year as a 12U A team, our goal is to continue building a competitive and development-focused program that challenges our players against the highest level of competition available. We plan to participate in approximately 13–14 tournaments throughout the year, including 3–4 out-of-state events that will provide valuable opportunities to compete against strong regional and national programs. Our schedule is designed to prepare our athletes to compete with the top teams in Washington while continuing to develop the skills, confidence, and mental toughness necessary for long-term success. We anticipate carrying a roster of 12–13 players, allowing for strong competition within the team while ensuring meaningful development opportunities for every athlete. By maintaining high expectations and a commitment to continuous improvement, we will strive to uphold our team philosophy.
14B Jon Hood (2013's)
Coach Jon Hood is proud to return for his second year as Head Coach with New Level Softball. With years of coaching experience, including All-Stars as both a Head Coach and Assistant Coach, he has developed a reputation for building competitive teams while prioritizing player growth and development. His coaching philosophy emphasizes strong fundamentals, accountability, teamwork, and a positive, hardworking culture where athletes are challenged to reach their full potential. As players prepare for the next stages of their softball journey, Coach Jon is committed to helping them develop the skills, confidence, game awareness, and work ethic needed to succeed at the high school level and beyond. His goal this season is to foster a competitive environment that encourages continuous improvement, resilience, leadership, and a lifelong love of the game.
16A Makiya Thomas
D1 Coastal Carolina Honors (2020-2022)
2022 All-Sun Belt First Team
2022 NFCA All-Central Region Second Team
2022 Sun Belt Championship All-Tournament Team
2021 All-Sun Belt Second Team
Sun Belt Conference Player of the Week (April 20, 2021)
Juco Honors Central Arizona College (2018-2019)
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Spent two seasons in the middle infield at Central Arizona College
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Played in 122 games in her two years
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Batted .505 with 12 home runs, 167 runs scored, and 114 RBIs
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Posted a .553 on-base percentage and swiped 67 bases
18A Tiffany Pardey
Coach Tiffany is a driven and competitive leader with 3 years of experience as an 18U travel head coach and three years coaching at the high school level. She specializes in developing athletes who play fast, think the game at a high level, and compete with confidence.
A former shortstop and pitcher, Tiffany competed at a Division I junior college in Texas, where her program won four consecutive Regional Championships. Her background at a winning program fuels her focus on discipline, execution, and preparing athletes to perform in high pressure situations.
Tiffany is committed to building high level players and strong team culture, while helping athletes through their recruiting process.
18A Ryan Reynolds
Coach Ryan Reynolds returns for year 4 at New Level. Ryan prioritizes taking the time to understand players, what motivates them, and finding how to best help them play fearlessly as the first step to unlocking full potential and working from there, outside of a standardized box. His teams are always compiled of players who bring a team first mentality. Finally, his teams compete at a high level and have done so through hard work and dedication. Speed kills.
10A Carlos Casillas
12u Clay Johnson
13 – 14 Total Tournaments
7- 8 Local outdoor Tournaments
2 – 3 HUB Tournaments (Centralia)
2 – 3 Tournaments Requiring Travel/Hotel
6 – 10 Scrimmages
3 Team Bonding Events (UW Softball, Xmas White Elephant, lake day, pumpkin patch, etc)
Tournaments will be a mix of USA, NSA, USSSA and Triple Crown
1st year 12u team with core returning from previous year.
Looking for 3-4 athletes to help team to return to A level play of 2025/26
Most returners have played for me for 2 years, some 3 years.
Expect highly structured practices with lots of opportunity for growth.
Coaching staff with college playing and coaching experience.
14A National Nicole Costello
Softball has been a part of my life since elementary school, and I am passionate about giving back to the game that helped shape me as both an athlete and a person. I was a 4x All-American, 4x All-League selection, and MVP in high school, earning recognition as the first female athlete inducted into my city's Hall of Fame. After receiving multiple scholarship offers, I continued my playing career at Sacramento State University as a pitcher and second baseman. Today, I enjoy helping young athletes develop their skills, confidence, and love for softball.
My goal as a coach is to help players develop not only as athletes, but as confident, resilient, and positive young women who carry these lessons far beyond the softball field.
Expectations
First and foremost, I am here for the girls. My responsibility is to help each player become the best softball player and young woman she can be. While we absolutely want to win—and winning is fun—the best way to achieve that is by focusing on player development, character, confidence, and teamwork.
I believe in providing honest and constructive feedback. My goal is to help players identify opportunities for growth and give them the tools and support needed to improve. Coaching is about much more than softball; it is also about being a positive role model and helping young athletes develop life skills that will serve them long after their playing days are over.
I plan to carry 12 girls and participate in 11-13 tournaments.
14A Jeff Coffey (2013's)
I have been coach and mentor youth athletes for 30 years, which includes baseball, football, wrestling and Fastpitch. I have coached many championship teams in these years as well as developing young athletes into better players & teammates. Last season was my first at New Level and was a very successful/productive season winning multiple championships as well as pushing our team to play up age divisions for nearly half the season with great success there as well.
My coaching philosophy is rooted in mentorship as well as discipline and organization. I strive to not only build good character but also develop every player into well rounded players and teammates. Having a cohesive group that works well and respects each other is key. I do not believe in getting respect out of fear but out of respect, which comes from treating players with respect while pushing them to levels I feel they can attain.
16G National Justin Tyree
Coach Justin Tyree is the Head Coach of New Level 14U National and brings more than a decade of coaching experience at both the high school and elite travel softball levels. Throughout his coaching career, he has served as a Varsity Head Coach, travel ball Head Coach, organizational hitting instructor, and mentor to athletes pursuing opportunities at the next level.
Known for building highly competitive teams and strong player-centered cultures, Coach Tyree's philosophy extends beyond wins and losses. He is committed to developing athletes who demonstrate accountability, resilience, leadership, coachability, and a relentless work ethic. His goal is to help players become the best version of themselves both on and off the field.
Under Coach Tyree's leadership, New Level National has established itself as one of the premier programs in the Pacific Northwest. His teams have earned bids to major national events, including Alliance Nationals and Gold Nationals, while consistently competing against some of the top organizations in the country. His teams have achieved success at national showcases and championship events, including a Final Four appearance at the Triple Crown Sports Road to the Rockies Showcase in Arizona, where they competed against nationally recognized programs such as the Batbusters, Mercado, and So Cal Bengals.
Coach Tyree believes that competing at the national level requires more than talent. It requires preparation, discipline, mental toughness, and a commitment to team culture. He emphasizes high expectations, player development, and creating an environment where athletes learn how to handle adversity, compete under pressure, and represent their families and organization with pride.
In addition to his travel ball experience, Coach Tyree has coached at the high school level, giving him a unique perspective on athlete development, recruiting exposure, and the skills necessary to succeed at the next level. His passion for teaching the game and investing in young athletes has helped numerous players grow into leaders, impact teammates, and continue their softball journeys beyond youth athletics.
At the heart of everything Coach Tyree does is a simple belief:
Talent gets you noticed. Character, consistency, and work ethic set you apart.
"If you're not in, then you're in the way." – New Level National Culture Standard
