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History of the Lady Irish

The Northwest Ohio Lady Irish Fast Pitch Softball Organization was founded in 1989 by Walter (Skeeter) and Shirley Severhof. The purpose of the organization is to create competitive travel fastpitch softball teams utilizing the best, most talented young women in the area. Our goal is still to expose our players to the most competitive fastpitch softball available, while teaching fundamentals and improving their skills to eventually become prospects for college teams.


THE LADY IRISH PLANT THE SEED & CULTIVATE THE TALENT THROUGH A WELL ORGANIZED PROGRAM WITH QUALITY COACHES. THE PLAYERS WHO HAVE HAD THE LADY IRISH EXPERIENCE REAP THE "BENEFITS"!


The first Lady Irish travel team was a U14 team playing in the local suburban league becoming league champs, traveling to one tournament, placing third. Today the organization is well known and respected across the country. Our success comes from the leadership of the board of directors, certified coaches who come from the college and high school ranks and of course, the contributions from our committed players. The Lady Irish umbrella encompasses players from across Ohio, Michigan and Indiana, forming (U8 through U23) travel teams. The Lady Irish have a history of traveling to top tournaments in many states plus Canada. 


The list is impressive of former Lady Irish players (see Former Players) who have advanced on to play college fastpitch softball in a variety of universities in all divisions. Incoming players must work hard to follow in the footsteps of the former Lady Irish players.


The Lady Irish family is very fortunate to have dedicated players, parents, coaches and strong organizational leaders who focus on our MISSION. The result is a life altering, memorable experience for players, coaches and parents.

The 26th year marked the retirement of the Severhofs.  After 26 awesome years, on May 15, 2015, the Severhofs handed the reigns to Cory Bryan, the new CEO and Chairman of the board.  Get ready for the awesome 25 years to come!

About Us

Irish Leadership
coaches
the director

Irish Leadership

LADY IRISH BOARD OF DIRECTORS

  • Cory Bryan,  CEO/Chairman of the Board
  • Chuck Brososky,  President 
  • Tony Hill, Director of Softball
  • Tami Summers,  Director of Softball Camps and Clinics
  • Michelle Ruiz, Director of Softball Player Development
  • Deb Beaty,  Chief Financial Officer

* Walter "Skeeter" Severhof, honorary board member

COMMITTEE DIRECTORS

  • * - Social Media Director
  • Candice Billau - Safe Sport Rep

The Lady Irish is a 501c3 Charity

This means not only are you a part of a strong Fastpitch Softball Organization that was established in 1989, but you are also part of an organization that can offer...


  • Qualified/Dedicated coaches who undergo a Coach Development Program  
  • College Intern Mentoring Program
  • College Night attended by college coaches  
  • Uniforms for players and equipment for teams
  • Payment programs and fundraisers
  • A Board of Directors to oversee the operations of the 501c3
  • The ability to promote players to prospective colleges  
  • Annual Tournaments hosted by the NWO Lady Irish

Come and be a part of our program and add to our legacy.  

You can be a part of our future and leave your mark on our history.

DONATIONS

Your support and contribution will allow us to continue to further the aspirations of our young lady's pursuit of playing softball while getting their college degree!

Pay with PayPal or a debit/credit card

Coaches

Our Coaching Staff

Coach Development Program

Coach Development Program

18U Lady Irish '02 - Head Coach Cory Bryan

18U Lady Irish '03 - Head Coach Kurt Amstutz

16U Lady Irish '04 - Head Coach John King

16U Black - Co-Head Coaches  Brent Dhondt & Jeff Eggers

16U Gold - Head Coach John Hogston

16U Lady Irish '05 - Head Coach Chad Gregory

14U Lady Irish '06 - Head Coach Aubrey Geis

14U Lady Irish '07 - Head Coach Michelle Ruiz

​14U Lady Irish - Head Coach David Vansteenkiste

12U Lady Irish '08 - Reece Carson

12U 3P Lady Irish '09 - Tony Hill

12U SEM Lady Irish '09 - Dawn Johnson

12U Lady Irish 12U - Abby Seely & ReyAnn Kruger 

​10U Lady Irish - Head Coach Alex Byers


New for 2021-2022

Jim Wroten 15U National Team

Becca Gwin

Darrin Steward

Coach Development Program

Coach Development Program

Coach Development Program

Our coaches are required to attend four training sessions per year.  Each training session is dedicated to skill development and game/rule knowledge.    

The four key ares of skill development are:

1.  Hitting

2.  Infield

3.  Outfield

4.  Pitchers / Catchers


Each training session is followed by a game/rules knowledge evaluation.  Yes, our coaches will have homework to prepare for each training session. Our instruction is designed to teach and reinforce the basics of each fundamental skill, as well as move into advanced level training as appropriate for each age group.  A Irish coach must be considered "certified" by the coach development team prior to January 31st, 2017.   Coaches must be re-certified each calendar year.  

As part of our coach development, coaches from the advanced level teams will partner with younger coaches to help mentor them throughout the winter training sessions.  

Our goal is the provide the best experience for each athlete and developing the coaching staff is vital to achieving that goal.

the Director

Cory Bryan

Coach Bryan is the owner, director, the CEO & Chairman of the Board of the NWO Lady Irish Fastpitch & Fighting Irish baseball program.     


Cory is currently the Head Coach of the Lady Irish '04. 


Prior to the Lady Irish, Cory coached for several years and in several places around the country.  The list includes: 

 

  • Sylvania Fusion (Sylvania, Ohio) 
  • Oregon Reign (Eugene, Oregon) 
  • Thurston Phillies (Springfield, Oregon)
  • The Crush (El Paso, Texas)
  • The Lookouts (Adrian, Michigan)
  • The NWO Lady Irish (Toledo, Ohio)
  • Sylvania Northview High School JV (Sylvania, Ohio)
  • Varsity Head Coach at Sylvania Northview High School.
  • Owens Community College (Perrysburg, Ohio)


He has studied and learned from many talented head coaches around the country, including Eric Leyba (former pitching coach at New Mexico State University); Cesar Sierra and Steve Kyle, just to name a few.


Cory earned his Bachelor's degree in Health and Physical Education from Northeastern State University in Oklahoma where he served as the Graduate Assistant Coach for the men's basketball team while in grad school.


After 20 years of service in the Army, Cory retired as a Sergeant Major and settled in northwest Ohio.


Contact Cory for hitting, pitching, catching and other defensive lessons. 

Contact Cory at

  • (419) 277-9310
  • cory@nwoladyirish.com

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