Coaches
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Taylor Satchell
Satchell comes to 88 Stitches following a successful playing career at LSU and Texas Tech. A native of Rayne, Louisiana, Satchell spent her freshman and sophomore season at LSU (2016, 2017). During her time in Baton Rouge, Satchell had a .382 batting average with a .555 slugging percentage and played in 21 games making 11 starts.
After two seasons with the Tigers, Satchell went on to play at Texas Tech for the remainder of her career. In her senior campaign, Satchell earned NFCA All-Region Third-Team honors where she started in all 58 games at shortstop for the Red Raiders with a .296 batting average. Satchell finished second on the team with 10 home runs, 11 doubles, seven sacrifice bunts and 81 RBIs.
Following her collegiate career, Satchell started teaching and coaching softball at Denton High School in August of 2020 through December of 2021. In January 2022 Taylor joined the UTA Softball staff as the Volunteer Assistant Coach where she helped with hitting, outfield, and catching.
She has been giving private softball lessons for the last 5 years. Throughout her college career she was a true utility and used that versatility to continue growing the younger generation of the game in all aspects. These include speed and agility, pitching, catching, fielding, and hitting.
Her main goal is to grow these athletes in the game but most importantly in life and as young women.
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Kayla Russell
With an unwavering passion for softball, Kayla Russell has spent nearly her entire life immersed in the sport. Starting her journey at just 4 years old, she grew up on the diamond, gradually honing her skills, deepening her understanding of the game, and developing a true love for the sport. By the time she reached 18, Russell had gained knowledge, not only as a player but as a true student of the game.
Today, Kayla Russell is a full-time student at Tarrant County College, where she is diligently working toward her degree in science. With a clear vision for her future, she plans to transfer to Tarleton State University in the Fall of 2026 to pursue her passion for Physical Therapy. Inspired by her own experiences with physical therapy during a challenging injury, Russell is determined to help athletes—young and old—recover and return to the sports they love. Just as her physical therapists guided her through her healing journey, she aspires to provide the same care and support to others, ensuring they can continue pursuing their athletic dreams without limitations.
Now being off the dirt, Kayla is eager to begin her journey mentoring these future star ball players by coaching and giving private lessons. She pushes to provide these girls with growth, on and off the field. Russell's coaching philosophy goes beyond just teaching the game; she strives to instill qualities like teamwork, leadership, and perseverance. She believes that the values learned on the field—such as discipline, communication, and resilience—are just as important as the physical skills. -
Brock Mitchell
As a former professional football player turned personal trainer, Brock has dedicated his life to empowering the next generation of athletes. With a deep understanding of the physical and mental demands of sports, he strives to go above and beyond in helping young individuals develop their skills and confidence. Brock’s training philosophy embraces all types of sports and fitness disciplines, ensuring that each session is tailored to meet the unique needs of his clients, regardless of age or experience.
Brock believes that with the right guidance and support every young athlete can unlock their potential and achieve their goals. His consistent mission is to instill not only athletic skills but also valuable life lessons that come from hard work, resilience, and teamwork.