05/26/2026
🚨New Softball Instructor Alert🚨
We are happy to announce that we have added Lexie Blair to our Instructor lineup at Top Velocity Charlotte. Lexie brings a highly decorated Collegiate resume and excited to spread her knowledge to aspiring athletes. Her availability is live in our booking system: https://book.runswiftapp.com/facilities/topvelocitycharlotte
Lexie Blair
Lexie is a former five-year standout at University of Michigan, where she helped lead Michigan Softball to two Big Ten Championships and three NCAA Regional appearances. A 4-time All-Big Ten First Team selection and the 2021 Big Ten Player of the Year, Lexie finished her career ranked top five in program history in both stolen bases and career batting average while also breaking Michigan’s all-time doubles record.
Known for her speed, consistency, and leadership, Lexie is passionate about helping young athletes develop confidence, strong fundamentals, and a love for the game through positive, high-level instruction.
Education:
B.A. in Communications & Media — University of Michigan
M.S. in Sport Management — University of Michigan
05/22/2026
🚨Dirtbags Youth CLT Fall Baseball Tryouts🚨
Our organization is not for everyone—and that’s by design. We are seeking driven, disciplined, and extremely hardworking players who are committed to maximizing their potential both on and off the field. If you value elite coaching, accountability, and true player development, this is where you belong.
We pride ourselves on building fundamentally sound athletes through high-level coaching, detailed instruction, and a culture that demands effort every single day. Our focus goes beyond wins—we develop complete players prepared for the next level of baseball. The Dirtbags Youth Top Velocity Charlotte
What to expect:
✅Access to Top Velocity Training Programs
Players will train with one of the fastest-growing development systems in the country. This program is designed to:
~Identify and correct biomechanical inefficiencies
~Improve pitching and hitting mechanics
~Build strength, power, and durability
💻Cutting-Edge Development Technology
Our system removes the guesswork from training. Players receive structured, guided programs at their fingertips—allowing them to track progress, refine technique, and elevate performance with purpose.
📊Year-Round Player Development
Teams have access to our training facility and additional sessions designed to accelerate growth, sharpen skills, and prepare athletes for higher levels of competition.
🛎️A Culture of Accountability and Growth
We expect effort, focus, and coachability. In return, players receive unmatched support, structure, and development opportunities.
This is more than a team—it’s a commitment to becoming the best version of yourself as a player and competitor.
Questions/Contacts:
BJ Hagen: [email protected]
Shane Mathews: [email protected]
Tryout Registrations ⬇️
11u: http://dirtbagsyouthclt.leagueapps.com/events/5019572-dirtbags-youth-clt-fall-11u-baseball-tryouts
13u (2032): http://dirtbagsyouthclt.leagueapps.com/events/5019573-dirtbags-youth-clt-fall-13u-2032-baseball-tryouts
05/20/2026
Dirtbags Youth CLT will be hosting tryouts on May 31 and June 2 for our 10u Softball Team 🥎. We are excited to be hosting this new team and the start of Dirtbags softball in the Charlotte area. The Dirtbags Youth The Dirtbags Softball Top Velocity Charlotte
✅ Players will have facility access to Top Velocity Charlotte
🛎️ Experienced coaching staff
☎️Instruction/Training
Tryout Registration Link ⬇️
http://dirtbagsyouthclt.leagueapps.com/events/5016908-dirtbags-youth-clt-fall-10u-softball-tryouts
💻 Please direct any questions to Head Coach, Joel McClennen.
[email protected]
05/19/2026
We are excited to announce that we will be starting our softball organization this fall in Charlotte. We will be fielding a new 10u team and are extremely excited to announce Joel McClennen will be the head coach. Joel has extensive knowledge with all ages groups and a passion to teach youth players. TRYOUTS coming soon!!!! The Dirtbags Youth Top Velocity Charlotte
05/04/2026
🚨 BIG NEWS, CHARLOTTE 🚨
Dirtbags Softball is coming to the Queen City! 🥎☠️⬛️🟨
We’re teaming up with TopVelocity Charlotte to build something special for softball players across the greater Charlotte area. This partnership brings elite training, next-level development, and unmatched opportunity for athletes ready to elevate their game.
⚡ Access to a premier training facility
⚡ High-level coaching & development
⚡ Competitive teams with a purpose
Tryout details and team info dropping soon 👀
📩 Questions? Contact: [email protected]
🌐 Learn more: https://www.topvelocitycharlotte.com
03/24/2026
✅Attention Youth & Middle School Aged Players🛎️
Top Velocity Charlotte will be offering our first group training sessions. These sessions will be catered toward youth & middle school aged players.
Did tryouts not go your way❓
Do you feel under sized or struggling with the transition to the Big Field⁉️
Are you currently playing and need to gain strength?? These are all feelings that players have at those ages.
Our session-based training will be focused on Top Velocity drills, mechanics, strength training and explosive speed/agility.
🛑 Stop guessing and let’s identify the deficiencies that you have with your body/game. Group sessions will be held on Mondays and Wednesday 6-8 PM at Top Velocity Charlotte. (15 player max.) Top Velocity Owner/Instructors; Shane Mathews and Jay Gause will conduct the training.
✅Registration Link👇 https://book.runswiftapp.com/facilities/topvelocitycharlotte/classes
🚨Players will also have the option to complete our new Top Velocity AI player evaluation. This BRAND-NEW program identifies players’ deficiencies in their bodies and recommends training and drills to help assist those issues. There is no other evaluation like this on the market, we can analyze a simple video or do a complete biomechanic breakdown, please ask for further details on this one of kind offering. For further information, email Shane Mathews. [email protected]
03/10/2026
✅Attention Middle School Aged Players🛎️
Top Velocity Charlotte will be offering our first group training sessions. These sessions will be catered toward middle school aged players. Did tryouts not go your way❓Do you feel under sized or struggling with the transition to the Big Field⁉️ Are you currently playing and need to gain strenght?? These are all feelings that players have at those ages.
Our session based training will be focused on Top Velocity drills, mechanics, strength training and explosive speed/agility. 🛑 Stop guessing and let’s identify the deficiencies that you have with your body/game.
Group sessions will be held on Mondays and Wednesday 6-8 PM at Top Velocity Charlotte. (15 player max.) Top Velocity Owner/Instructors; Shane Mathews and Jay Gause will conduct the training.
✅Registration Link👇
https://book.runswiftapp.com/facilities/topvelocitycharlotte/classes
🚨Players will also have the option to complete our new Top Velocity AI player evaluation. This BRAND NEW program identifies players deficiencies in their bodies and recommends training and drills to help assist those issues. There is no other evaluation like this on the market, we can analyze a simple video or do a complete biomechanic breakdown, please ask for further details to this one of kind offering.
For further information, email Shane Mathews.
[email protected]