COACHING STAFF
Craig Sears | X: @Coach_Craig12
Program Director | Premier Coach
ctimpactsbcts@gmail.com | (203) 770-7934
Nate Wilda | X: @NateWilda
Regional Showcase Coach
coachnatewilda@gmail.com | (203) 496-7946
Chris Cararra | X: @ccararra1 IG: @c3catching
Catching Instructor | 14U Premier Coach
Fairfield Ludlowe High School | Assistant Coach
Gabby Bielak | IG: @itscoachgb
Pitching Coach - Spin It Academy Berlin
Keene State University | 2017 Alum
Mike Santiago | X: @CoachMikeSB IG: @lets_barrel_up
Hitting Instructor | IG: @lets_barrel_up | Premier Coach
Western New England University | Former Assistant Coach
Allie Clark | X: @amclark929
Premier Coach | Social Media Director
Fordham University | 2025 Softball Alum
Izzy Ingersoll | X: @izzyingersoll78
Premier Coach
Southern CT State University | Current Player
Azariah "Yaya" Bowden
Regional Showcase Coach
Bethel High School | Head Coach
At CT Impact Softball, we take great pride in the quality of our coaching staff. We are intentional about who represents our organization; our coaches are selected not only for their knowledge of the game, but for their character, leadership, and commitment to developing athletes the right way.
We also believe that great coaches never stop learning. CT Impact invests in the continued growth of our staff by providing ongoing education and development opportunities. Members of our coaching staff have attended the 2023, 2024, and 2025 NFCA Coaches Convention, staying current on the latest training methods, player development strategies, and best practices in the game.
This commitment to excellence ensures that our athletes are learning from dedicated, educated, and passionate coaches who are fully invested in their success—both on and off the field.





