About Us
Welcome to Coach Stelma Softball Camps! We invite girls of all ages; from elementary school players just falling in love with the game to high school athletes preparing for the next level, to join us for high-quality one-day camps at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC)a member of the America East conference. Whether your goal is to improve your skills, gain confidence, or explore college softball, our camps offer a fun, positive, and competitive environment designed for real growth.
Head Coach Chris Stelma brings a proven track record of developing players and building successful programs. Before arriving at UMBC, Coach Stelma served as head coach at Oakland University in Michigan, where he guided the Golden Grizzlies to a strong improvement and earned wins against top competition. Prior to that, he spent eight seasons as head coach at Saint Peter’s University, turning around a struggling program.
He earned Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference Coach of the Year honors and led the Peacocks to their first 30-win season in more than two decades. His experience coaching at the Division I level gives every camper access to the same high-level instruction college players receive every day.
Our camps are held on the beautiful UMBC campus in Catonsville, Maryland, just 8 minutes from Baltimore / Washington International Airport. Players work directly with current collegiate coaches and student-athletes who provide focused teaching in hitting, fielding, pitching, base running, and game strategy. The small-group format ensures every athlete receives personal attention and meaningful feedback throughout the day. Parents and players from across the United States travel to our camps because they know the instruction is top-tier and the atmosphere is encouraging.
At Coach Stelma Softball Camps, we believe every girl deserves the chance to fall in love with softball and develop her full potential. Elementary school players build strong fundamentals and confidence in a supportive setting. High school athletes sharpen their skills, gain exposure to college-level coaching, and take the next step toward their athletic goals. Beyond the field, campers get to experience a college campus, meet new teammates, and learn what it means to compete with focus and joy.
Whether you are just starting out or already playing at a high level, we are excited to welcome you. Come train with us, improve your game, and see what college softball looks like up close. We can’t wait to help you grow as a player and a person.
Questions? Our contact page provides you the best way to reach us and get all your answers about our camps.