44 years of softball playing and coaching passion! Provincial softball and baseball coach using 3D Coaching model to help players and coaches be the best version of themselves including Life Coaching

A coach that not only coach the game. Amazing skills gained by the players. Riaan goes the extra mile and makes all part of the game.
My girls gained so much. Forever grateful

Coach Riaan, wow, there are no words to describe what a great coach he is. The way he coaches each player and motivates them at each practice is amazing. His knowledge of the game—you won't find anyone better in the country.

Your future softball player has to be coached by him.

What a coach.

In the 2 years he coached my daughter, her abilities increased from average to excellent, and we are learning at each practice still.

Thanks for the coach you are for our players.

Coach Riaan is patient, kind and supportive. He brings out the best in all of his players, gives everyone a chance to prove themselves. Our daughter got the best foundation and shone because of that. We are forever grateful for the love and support.
Softball is cool and fun because of him.

I first got to know Riaan through the softball club where he coaches the team that my daughter joined, and it didn't take long to see just how gifted he is with young players. He has a natural ability to connect with children and creates an environment that is fun and encouraging, while still pushing them to grow in the sport.

What stands out most about Riaan's teaching style is how he balances enthusiasm with structure. He makes the game enjoyable without losing focus on skill development, and you can see the progress in the players over time.

I also had the privilege of completing an umpire course with Riaan, and that experience gave me a whole new appreciation for his coaching ability. He was insightful, well-prepared, and made the lessons genuinely practical and engaging. His knowledge of the game is phenomenal, and he communicates it in a way that is easy to understand and apply.

Riaan is a great coach and teacher — skilled, passionate, and a pleasure to work with. I have no hesitation recommending him to any student or parent looking for a softball coach who cares about the people he works with.

Riaan is an exceptional coach who inspired my daughter to believe in her abilities, strive for excellence, and never stop improving. His keen eye for small technical adjustments makes a big difference in developing skills and building confidence. My daughter looks forward to every session and as a parent I can see the improvement in her pitching week by week.

Coach Riaan is perhaps one of the most well known coaches in South Africa, yet, also the kindest and most humble person I've ever met. His talent and decades long experience is evident every time he coaches and interacts with the players. His dedication and patience with the kids are an inspiration to all the parents.

Not only is he a great coach, but an inspiration to the kids as well. One can see how the confidence of less experienced players grow, once they've been coached by Coach Riaan.

I would recommend coach Riaan any day, any time! He's a true legend!

My Wife highly recommends this course to anyone wanting to expand their knowledge of softball, whether as a player, coach, or aspiring umpire. It is a valuable opportunity to learn from a dedicated professional who makes the game both accessible and inspiring.

For me, Couch Riaan is just an awesome Dude that has an amazing way with kids and are always uplifting and positive in his approach.

It is with great appreciation that I recommend Coach Riaan Versfeld. My daughter has been training with him since 2021, and during this time I have witnessed the remarkable impact he has on young athletes. Riaan is not only deeply knowledgeable in his field of softball coaching, but he also brings passion, kindness, and patience to every training session.
He has a natural ability to connect with children, guiding them with encouragement while instilling discipline and confidence. His coaching style goes beyond the sport itself—he nurtures resilience, teamwork, and self-belief in each player. Riaan’s strong Christian values shine through in the way he mentors, creating an environment where young minds feel supported and inspired to grow both on and off the field.
For any student or parent considering joining his program, I can confidently say that Riaan offers more than just athletic training; he provides a foundation for personal growth, character development, and lifelong confidence. His influence has been a blessing in my daughter’s journey, and I believe future students will benefit greatly from his guidance.

Riaan is the exceptionally good with kids of any age and even adults. Whether you are just starting to play or a seasoned player, Riaan has something for everyone.

Dedicated to developing each player to their best potential and can think of no one who knows the rules or umpiring better than Riaan.

I know him for many years now and was my daughter's coach in both baseball nationals and softball provincial tournament Gordon Monk. Riaan won the baseball nationals and helped develop Mia who is now an SA baseball pitcher.

Even with the first ever ladies league baseball League of their own, he took a 12 year old pitcher and moulded her to win the ladies league for Blue Sox Bombers.

He has always watched Mia play and given advice on how to improve, even at Inter Regional Softball Tournament. My kid has a special place in her heart for him.

Make no mistake, an excellent choice as a coach and a mentor and his ability with the youth is remarkable.

Aanbeveel sonder enige huiwering! ️ ️ ️ ️ ️

Coach Riaan is ’n ongelooflike afrigter wat ’n ware passie vir die ontwikkeling van kinders het. My dogters, Zara en Sophia, geniet elke oefening en wedstryd onder sy leiding. Hy fokus nie net op vaardighede en prestasie nie, maar bou ook selfvertroue, dissipline, spanwerk en respek.

Wat vir my uitstaan, is die opregte belangstelling wat hy in elke speler toon. Hy motiveer, ondersteun en moedig die kinders aan om altyd hul beste te gee, terwyl hy die sport steeds lekker en opwindend hou.

Ons is baie dankbaar vir die positiewe invloed wat Coach Riaan op Zara en Sophia se sportreis het. Ek sal hom met volle vertroue aanbeveel aan enige ouer wat op soek is na ’n toegewyde, professionele en inspirerende afrigter.

Elzane, Mamma van Zara & Sophia ️

I have known Coach Riaan for many years. He was my coach for five years, and I also had the privilege of coaching alongside him.
Coach Riaan takes the responsibility of being a coach very seriously. His passion and love for softball are evident in everything he does and naturally inspire the players he coaches.
He leads with respect, integrity, strong values, compassion, and genuine care for his players. In all the years I have known him, I have never seen him break a player down or resort to shouting. Instead, he consistently encourages, motivates, and builds his players up, helping them grow both on and off the field.
I highly recommend Coach Riaan as someone who truly invests in the lives of his players. He is more than just a coach—he is a mentor, role model, and positive influence who leaves a lasting impact on those he coaches.

Riaan is a super coach! He sees the potential in each student and work according to what he experience with your child, he builds trust and confidence in each player, his players is always respectful and play with dignity.

I know coach Riaan as my softball coach. He is dedicated, supportive, and always encourages players to do their best. His coaching style is positive and motivating, while still helping us improve our skills and understanding of the game.

What I like most about his coaching style is that he is patient and takes the time to explain techniques clearly. He creates a team environment where everyone feels included and confident to learn and grow.

One experience that stands out is during a tournament when coach Riaan helped the team stay focused and motivated under pressure. His guidance and encouragement helped us perform at our best and work together as a team. I would highly recommend coach Riaan to anyone looking for a knowledgeable, passionate, and supportive softball coach.

I have known Coach Riaan for many years and have always admired his patience, dedication, and commitment to his players. He makes a genuine effort to give everyone a fair chance and the attention they deserve, regardless of their age or skill level.

His passion for softball, combined with his extensive knowledge of the game, truly sets him apart. Coach Riaan is a positive role model who consistently strives to bring out the best in his players.

I would highly recommend him to anyone looking for a knowledgeable, dedicated, and supportive coach.

We have known Riaan for the past 7 years through softball, where he has coached all three of my daughters. Over the years, he has become so much more than just a coach to the girls — he has been a positive mentor, motivator, and role model.
What really stands out about Riaan is his kindness, patience, and genuine passion for teaching and developing children. The girls absolutely love him and always look forward to training sessions because he creates such a supportive and encouraging environment. He has a wonderful way of building confidence while still challenging them to improve and do their best.
One of the things I appreciate most is how he treats every child with respect and encouragement, regardless of skill level. He brings positivity and energy to every session, and you can clearly see how much the kids enjoy and trust him.
We are truly grateful for the impact he has had on our daughters over the years, both in softball and personally. I would highly recommend Riaan to any student or parent looking for someone dedicated, knowledgeable, with strong Christian values, and genuinely invested in helping children grow and succeed.

Coach Riaan has so much patience with the little ones and a lot of experience. He will always try to help where he can. He does not freak out if you make a mistake more than once, never yells. I have come so far with him, I improve almost every year because of him.