OUR COACHES
Our coaching staff is led by experienced professionals who are dedicated to helping our players develop and excel on and off the field. Get to know our coaches!
CHRIS DUFFY
GENERAL MANAGER - FTB CENTRAL FLORIDA
Duffy brings an exceptional playing background and a passion for player development to FTB Softball. A four-year starting outfielder at the University of Central Florida, he was one of the most accomplished players in program history, earning First Team All-American honors in 2010 and setting UCF and Conference USA single-season records with a .447 batting average and .850 slugging percentage. He was also one of five finalists for the USA Baseball Golden Spikes Award, recognizing the nation’s top amateur baseball player, and was inducted into the UCF Athletics Hall of Fame in 2024.
Originally selected by the Chicago White Sox in the 2006 MLB Draft, Duffy chose to attend UCF, where he developed into one of the nation’s premier collegiate players. Following his senior season, he was selected again in the 2010 MLB Draft by the Philadelphia Phillies.
Today, Duffy is dedicated to developing the next generation of athletes. As General Manager, he combines his experience as an elite player with a passion for mentoring young athletes, helping build a program centered on player development, character, and long-term success. He is committed to creating opportunities for athletes to reach their full potential while supporting FTB’s vision of preparing players to compete at the high school level and beyond.
JOHN PERDUE
ATHLETIC DIRECTOR - 14U & 16U HEAD COACH
John is a dedicated youth softball coach committed to developing confident, fundamentally sound athletes who compete with discipline, resilience, and a team-first mindset. Over the past six years, he has focused on creating an environment where players are challenged to grow both on and off the field while preparing them to compete at the high school level and beyond.
As the father of two high school athletes, a 16-year-old son and a 15-year-old daughter, John has seen firsthand the positive impact sports can have on character, leadership, and personal growth. He believes baseball and softball provide opportunities to build confidence, resilience, accountability, and life skills that extend far beyond the game.
Coach John prioritizes attitude, effort, and discipline over natural ability, knowing that work ethic ultimately separates successful athletes. Rather than focusing on wins and losses, he emphasizes the daily habits, behaviors, and preparation that lead to long-term success. In his philosophy, winning is the byproduct of athletes consistently doing the little things the right way.
As athletic director, John is committed to building a championship culture rooted in preparation, player development, and excellence.
JACOB PERDUE
ASSISTANT COACH
Jacob is a dedicated youth softball coach committed to developing confident, fundamentally sound athletes who compete with discipline, resilience, and a team-first mindset. With more than seven years of coaching experience, he has focused on creating a positive, competitive environment where players are challenged to grow both on and off the field while preparing them to compete at the high school level and beyond.
As the father of two daughters, Jacob understands the lasting impact sports can have on confidence, character, leadership, and personal growth. He believes great coaches develop great people by fostering accountability, resilience, and a strong work ethic while creating an environment where athletes are encouraged to compete with confidence and support one another as teammates.
Jacob combines his coaching experience with a strong foundation in leadership, earning degrees from the University of Central Florida and Nova Southeastern University. As head coach, he is committed to building a championship culture rooted in preparation, player development, and excellence while helping every athlete reach her full potential.
SHAWN MEADOWS
ASSISTANT COACH
Shawn Meadows is a dedicated coach committed to developing fundamentally sound, confident, and competitive athletes. With several years of experience coaching competitive 10U–14U softball, he focuses on preparing players to compete at a high level while fostering accountability, resilience, and a team-first mindset.
Shawn specializes in player development through structured practices, detailed skill evaluation, and game-specific instruction. He emphasizes situational awareness, softball IQ, and disciplined execution, helping athletes understand not only how to perform a skill but when and why to apply it in game situations. During competition, he brings a calm, analytical approach to real-time decision-making, making strategic adjustments that give his team the best opportunity to succeed.
Beyond the field, Shawn believes that great coaches develop great people. He works to build a culture of respect, effort, and continuous improvement while maintaining open communication with players and their families. His goal is to help every athlete maximize her potential, compete with confidence, and develop the character and work ethic necessary to succeed both in softball and in life.
As an assistant coach, Shawn is committed to supporting the organization’s vision while helping build a championship culture centered on preparation, player development, and excellence.
STEPHANIE COVATTA
12U HEAD COACH
A dedicated softball coach with more than five years of experience managing and coaching 6U–14U teams, she is committed to developing fundamentally sound athletes while building discipline, teamwork, resilience, and confidence. Her coaching philosophy is rooted in a growth mindset, where mistakes are viewed as opportunities to learn and improve rather than failures.
She believes athletic development starts from the inside out. By creating a high-support, high-challenge environment, she pushes athletes to grow while providing the support they need to build confidence, emotional resilience, and a genuine love for the game. She emphasizes the daily habits, effort, and behaviors that help athletes develop both as players and as young women.
Her playing background includes NCAA Division I fastpitch softball at Stetson University. She has continued to contribute to the development of young athletes through her coaching and leadership, including launching the Seniors Program during CF Xtreme’s inaugural 2026 season and serving as a WSBR Softball Commissioner and Executive Board Member during the 2025–26 season.
She is committed to building a positive team culture where athletes support one another, embrace challenges, and understand that growth comes from consistent preparation, effort, and a willingness to learn.
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CARMEN PINO
Assistant Coach
Carmen is a dedicated softball coach committed to helping young athletes learn, grow, and develop a lasting love for the game. With five years of experience providing batting instruction and mentoring athletes, she is passionate about creating a positive environment where players feel supported, challenged, and confident. She has also helped athletes transition from other sports into softball by building strong fundamentals and making the learning process enjoyable.
Having played softball for 15 years—including Little League, All-Stars, travel ball, and high school at Wekiva High School—Carmen brings a lifelong connection to the game and firsthand experience at multiple levels of competition. Growing up as one of nine siblings in a family deeply involved in baseball and softball, she also spent years supporting her siblings as they pursued opportunities to compete at the collegiate level.
Carmen believes that hard work, discipline, and a positive attitude are essential to player development. She is committed to helping athletes build confidence, develop meaningful relationships with their teammates and coaches, and enjoy the journey along the way. While competition and success are important, she believes the game should also create lasting friendships, meaningful experiences, and memories that extend far beyond the field.
Tyler Staggs
Assistant Coach
Tyler is a lifelong Central Floridian, local business owner, husband, and proud father who is passionate about helping young athletes grow both on and off the field. With a background in baseball through high school and five years of playing softball, he brings experience from both sides of the game.
Tyler has coached both baseball and softball and is committed to teaching strong fundamentals, building confidence, and developing athletes who understand the importance of teamwork, accountability, and consistent effort. He believes a positive team environment helps athletes not only become better players, but better teammates and people.
As a coach, Tyler is focused on creating a supportive and competitive environment where athletes are encouraged to work hard, challenge themselves, and enjoy the game while building lasting relationships with their teammates and coaches.