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This is Shootingstar's 22nd year of providing quality fastpitch softball instruction.

Shootingstar has evolved into an organization that provides both pre-season (spring) and summer camps as well as year round private pitching lessons, group pitching lessons, team/small group/private batting lessons, fielding lessons for all positions and coaches' clinics. 

We strive to make your daughter "the best she can be", teach her the game and work her hard while having fun. We sincerely care about every individual who joins the Shootingstar "family". Your daughter is our number one priority.

BONUSES:

• 5 to 1 or better average player-staff ratio in camp settings
• Shootingstar "family" of coaches contact college coaches around the country for their players
• 19 Shootingstar students were named All-American
• 136 players have made High School All State
• 340 players have attended college on scholarships
   

     

Coach Bob Di Bernardo has been coaching varsity softball for 18 years. He has coached at Wood Ridge High School, Montville High School, Ramsey High School, Shore Regional High School, and Allentown High School. During this span, his teams have amassed 12 league championships, 3 county championships, 5 state sectional championships, and 1 state championship. (1991 - Ramsey High School, 32-0 Record: Ranked #1 in the state of New Jersey). 

Coach "D" is well versed in all aspects of the game (pitching, hitting, catching, and fielding). He is known for his patience and his positive coaching style, in addition to stressing solid fundamentally sound mechanics. He has been a private pitching and hitting instructor for 22 years and is the Owner of Shootingstar Fastpitch Softball. 
For information on private, small groups, or team lessons, contact Coach "D" at home (904-230-2555).
 

February 11, 2007
Coach D, When we first started coming to see you for pitching lessons, we videotaped Ashley about once a week to track her progress. We recently pulled out the old tape and couldn't believe we were looking at the same pitcher! Under your watchful eye & steady instruction she has blossomed into something only your expertise could make her! Your methods and tailored drills continue to prove themselves again and again. Not only do you give us the drills, you equip us with the "why" behind each drill. Best of all, you still allow her style to be her style. Thanks! You're the Best!
Tom, Carol & Ashley Nam (St. Augustine, FL)

February 5, 2007
Coach D: Thanks for all that you've done and continue to do to support Annie and me with pitching. I only wish we would have started with you a year earlier! What separates you from others is your ability to teach and coach (both of us) on the proper mechanics of the fastpitch motion, and the years of softball experience you've had at all levels. It has been easy for you to spot her weak areas, and then introduce specific drills to address those weak spots. Annie looks forward to her lessons with you, and asks "when are we going to see Coach D", if we happen to miss a week or two in a row. Overall, we appreciate all you've done. Annie continues to make good progress with your help! Thanks,
Kevin & Annie Glover (Creeks U10 Softball, Jacksonville, FL)

September 6, 2006
Coach D, I wanted to say thanks for all the valuable skills you are teaching my daughter, Kati. Your pitching drills are excellent and Kati has learned so much over the past couple of months. We are very thankful that we were able to meet you and know your lessons will assist Kati as she continues to play softball. She has learned so much from you that she never learned from other coaches. Thanks for you support, it is greatly appreciated!!
Kathy and Kati Schumm, Bartram Trail High School

May 4, 2006
Coach D, I would like to start by saying thank you! You have made such a difference in Miranda's pitching. She has so much more confidence and is getting stronger and stronger. The fundamentals that you have taught her have really come in to play! In only five lessons, she has transformed dramatically!! Keep up the good work!
Dawn and Miranda Orand (Creek's Softball League, Jacksonville, FL)

May 3, 2006
Coach D, We wanted to let you know what a dramatic difference you've made in Ashley's pitching. We videotaped her after her first session and each week thereafter to track her progress. Now, after only 7 sessions, her improvement is so dramatic we can't help but be amazed! You equip us each week with specific new drills to help her develop her pitch and we appreciate your flexibility in allowing her style to be her style and not forcing her to fit into some prepackaged style of pitching. You are just what we were looking for in a coach! Thanks!
Tom, Carol & Ashley Nam (St. Augustine, FL)

April 19, 2006
Hi Coach D, This is Kara Neal and we just wanted to say thank you very much for coming to our team practice and going over the fielding drills. That private mini lesson really helped a lot of our girls and it showed in the game that we played tonight. We cannot wait to take some more lessons from you. You are very patient with the girls and very well knowledged about the game as well. Thanks again,
Kara Neal, Creek's Softball League,Jacksonville, Fl

April 15, 2005
Bob, you did a great job prepping Kristin for this level....the confidence shows. Kristin comments how much she enjoys batting.....knowing she can turn the game over with just a slap of the bat.
Ron Kuzma

June 24, 2004
Hi Coach D, my name is Mike Duffy, my daughter Danielle has been with you the last 2 winters. She made a dramatic jump this year! She was the best pitcher in her rec league and had 2 K's for every inning pitched. She made her middle school team as a 6th grader, her first allstar team and is now the starting pitcher on a Tournament team! She tells all of her great experiance with you and your clinics.
Mike and Danielle Duffy

August 27, 2003
Hi Coach D, You probably don't remember me. I'm Christine Hamilton from Millstone Township. I came to your private pitching lessons when I was 12&U. I also attended your summer camp. I'm 16 now and have continued playing fastpitch after we moved to GA. I just finished a season with the East Cobb Angels (blue) in the Atlanta area. We finished 17th in the ASA Nationals in Midland Texas this July. Next year I am pitching for the GA Elite, a very competitive 18 Gold team. I hope to earn a D1 scholarship and keep on playing in college. Just wanted to say hello. I often think about you and the lessons I learned in your clinic. I still use some of the drills you taught me. Glad to see your program is going strong!
Christie Hamilton in GA

May 5, 2003
Hello Bob, I hope you are enjoying your season. I want to thank you again because my daughter, Alicia, really enjoyed (and got alot out of) the spring clinic in Wall. She really wants to attend the summer camp as well. We just have to finalize our family summer vacation dates before we can commit. In any case, I'm sure you haven't seen the last of her. Also, I was wondering if you could give me some information on summer softball tournaments for 9 year old girls. We have been considering having the Shrewsbury girls participate this summer for the fun and the experience. Any thoughts or ideas, please let me know. Thanks again,
Tom Gallo

April 6, 2003
Hi Coach D,   This is Sarah Gittleman.  I just wanted to tell you that I had a Little League game tonight, and I pitched really well. The running techniques that I learned today at the clinic really helped me. Also alot of the kids and parents asked me what pitching coach I went to. Okay ... thank you for all the things you have taught me!
Sarah Gittleman

December 12, 2002
Hi Coach D! I just wanted 2 say that you are a really great coach!!!
Sam,William Paterson University Pitcher

October 1, 2002
Hello Coach D, My name is Tom Hamilton, Christie Hamilton's Dad. It's been 3 years since we moved from NJ to GA and last saw you for pitching lessons.  It's been quite a ride. The fast pitch softball down here is very competitive, as you can imagine. Christie has done very well for herself since we last saw you. She has won 2 National Titles (2000 ASA 14-U B and 2001 NSA A). I stumbled across your website and just wanted to say hi and thank you for the lessons. Hope all is going well for you up North.  Talk to you soon.
Tom Hamilton

June 24, 2002
Hello Coach Bob, My name is Vic Gleason. My daughter Carly had attended your clinic at good sports this fall...She is 9 years old ....At the 3 and 4 grade level and in 3rd grade she led the team in RBI'S and batting AVG. She also made the allstar team as a third grader....and tried out for a 10 and under AAU team ..the Rockin Robins and made that ...just want to say thanks for your help And your instruction helped me with coaching this year.....thank you .....
Vic Gleason

April 16, 2002
Lauren had her first school game against Homdel today..... she pitched a PERFECT GAME ... she is on cloud 9... she had 16 strikeouts.... she's off to a great start... Thanks for all your help this year.
Laura

April 13, 2002
Hey Coach D,  I just wanted to thank you sooooo much!  On Thursday I had my first school game.  I PITCHED A PERFECT GAME!!!  It was like the best feeling I ever got when they told me and I can thank you for that game!  You have been the best coach ever!  I have come so far and it is all because of you! Thank You,
Lauren Pembleton

April 5, 2002
Hi there Coach D,  My name is Sherry Olekson, and I was one of your students!  That was about 12 years ago!  I just wanted to let you know that I still remember you, and all the things you taught me!  It was a great experience to learn from you.  I am now a coach myself, and think of you often. Thanks!
Sherry Olekson

June 1, 2001
Thanks for all your help this year. I had a great time playing on my school team as a 6th grader. Getting alot of time on the mound for the Sayreville Stingrays. Hope to see you soon!
Lauren P.

April 6, 2001
Coach D, I would like to say that I had a really good time at your clinic this year. I really learned alot from you. I always knew how to pitch but thanks to you I am a much better pitcher now, and I also pitch on my school team and on my rec team. I also learned how to hit better. I really like those stations you set up for practicing on hitting. I really enjoyed going to this clinic for 4 Sundays, even though it took up some of my time on Sundays, it was worth it. Thanks ALOT Sincerely,
Adrienne

March 19, 2001
Coach D., I searched for a camp or clinic where my daughter would be able to wear off some winter rust. Your clinic has been fabulous. The knowledge, instruction, experience in which you and your staff carry but master in delivering by being a group of fine people have given my daughter an experience she will never forget. We travel 60 miles round trip but every minute has been well worth the time. Any child or coach who would be fortunate enough to visit your clinics, are sure to be one step further along in their upcoming softball experiences. Thank you and please pass our gratitude to your capable and pleasant staff. Best Regards,
Amanda & Rich

March 12, 2001
I would like to start off by saying thank you to Bob for traveling quite a distance to do a Coaches' Clinic for N.A. Softball. I have played softball at both high school and college levels,and making the transition from player to coach is a difficult one. Not only did Coach D. provide me with a solid coaching foundation, but he also provided many different approaches to coach different levels of play, which is critical for both players and coaches. I could sit through it again and come away with new ideas and strategies. Our coaches were very impressed and pleased with Coach D's demonstration. His personality and approach to softball techniques were insightful and invaluable. I would like to thank Coach D. once again for an enjoyable experience, and look forward to working with him again.
Carol V. (No. Arlington Girls Softball League)

February 24, 2001
Your pitching clinic was great! It was a group lesson at the Double Play Batting Cages. I hope to take private pitching lessons in May.
Kaitlin Balka

July 14, 2000
Dear Coach D, I just wanted to say that I really enjoyed the Shootingstar Softball Camp. I learned alot from it and everyone there helped me with different things.  I do not know his screen name so would you please tell Coach Gerard thank you so much for me? I really enjoyed him being 2nd base coach and he was really nice!!!! And I hope he comes back next year! Thank you so much again!!!!!
Kendall Spinelli (2nd Base)

June 3, 2000 
I'd like to thank you for all of your help. When I first came to you I needed a lot of help and by our last lesson I had a week where I had 35 K's (8 against TRE). You not only taught me how to throw, but you taught me how to PITCH. I will take your words and everything with me to college, and hopefully one day I'll be able to help people as much as you've helped me. I can't thank you enough.
Mary-Brick Memorial H.S

April 22, 2000
Hi Coach D!!! It's Maggie Kervick!! I had sooooooooo much fun at the camp at Goodsports. I hit 1 home run and the rest were doubles.... I want to thank you for helping me and I'm doing really good in softball. I'm looking forward to next year's camp at Goodsports.
~Maggie Kervick~

March 31, 2000
Hi Coach D, It is Sara Weimer. We just had our opening game today and guess what?! I struck out 15 people ( I pitched the whole Game!) Thank you so much for all that you have shown me about pitching. I also want to thank you for the GREAT batting instruction! I was up 3 times. One time I got walked. The second time I hit a double into center field & and the third time I hit a triple into left field. THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR ALL THAT YOU HAVE SHOWN ME... IT REALLY HELPED! Thanks again,
Sara Weimer

March 26, 2000 
Hi, I want to compliment you on your preseason softball camp that just concluded...........My daughter learned and sharpened many skills. Thanks again for the clinic and I believe my daughter will be attending your summer camp........
Bob Kasinow

February 27, 2000
Coach D: My daughter Sam has just finished another small group hitting lesson and once again, with your help she has been able to correct some of the bad habits she has developed over the winter break. She has been coming to you for 2 years now, and I can honstly say she has made dramatic strides in not only her hitting technique but also her confidence at the plate. I recommend your coaching to all of my players. Thanks for all of your help.
Andy Russo - Manager 12u White Team Freehold Tornado 

February 15, 2000
Coach D, Just wanted you to know what a great inspiration you are to Erica, her game and her drive. Since taking lessons from you, she has improved 100%! You are the difference in what it takes to be a great softball player and thank you for teaching not only the mechanics but mostly for teaching the right attitude.
Jo Anne & Craig B.

February 15, 2000
My daughter came to Coach D as an eleven year old piece of clay. You know, plenty of potential but no real form. After two motion changes and four months of hard work - she is starting to take shape. Coach D knows just how far to push her to get the best result without any harsh language or tone toward my daughter. It has been a great experience and I am sure he will continue to hone her skills next year and for years to come. My daughter has also taken hitting and fielding lessons from Kelly every week and I have seen great progress in these areas as well. All around this has been a great experience that I would suggest anyone looking to take a step to the next level contact Coach D.
John Frieri

February 3, 2000 
Coach D, I would like to thank you for the excellent instruction you have provided for my daughter over the past 3 years. In that period of time, she has made great progress in all aspects of her game, especially her hitting. Your fast pitch hitting techniques have proven to be a valuable tool in her growth as a player. As a father and coach, I have also gained a lot of coaching knowledge from the various clinics and private training you and your staff provided. Looking forward to your spring camp. 
Frank LoBello, Coach - Shore Magic 12U 

January 30, 2000 
Great website. I have seen a big improvement with Marissa since we started private lessons.
JSL 

September 13, 1999 
Coach D, web page looks great! Great communications tool. From both a father's and a coach's perspective, I want to thank you for the training we have received from you and Shootingstar Fastpitch Softball. Your patience and attention to fundamentals is top notch. Allison, Erin and the Riptide U12s look forward to working with you in preparation for the 2000 season.
Rick Unterstein (coach "Jersey Riptide" U12) 

November 27, 1999
Coach D, thanks for your help over the last several years. My daughters have both been able to go to their own next levels. The local softball organizations (both travel and Little League programs) have all excelled from your clinics. Keep it up and see you again in 2000. 
Chuck Weinkofsky - Riptide/Shore Magic/Ocean Twp. Little League

November 7, 1999 
Hi Bob, Thanks for all the instructions that you have provided for our team and for my daughters over the past several years. Not only have your lessons taught them skills, but you have taught them to believe in themselves. Your appreciation and understanding of the game is contageous, it just rubs off on those around you.
Dave Widmann - Jersey Riptide 16u

October 24, 1999
Dear Coach D. Great website!!! I want to take this opportunity to thank you for your dedication and encouragement in teaching my daughter, Ashley, all aspects of the game, especially pitching. With your supreme instruction and her hard work, we look forward to every softball season. I appreciate all you have done through the years. You are a great person and coach. Thank you!
Jeanne Forsyth 

October 14, 1999 
Always a pleasure meeting you on the ball fields, but even better in cyber-space. With your instruction, clinics, lessons, and patience you have helped my daughter and my team rise to a new level of Softball.Thanks for being there when I needed you. Looking forward to 2000. Sincerly, 
Jerry MGR. SHORE MAGIC 12U   

September 30, 1999
Coach D, your web site is fantastic. Thanks for the hitting clinics over last winter. They were very instrumental in our team's success this past summer. Also I would like to take this opportunity to thank you for sending two excellent players in our direction last summer. Your dedication and overall knowledge is something that I will always appreciate.We look forward to expanding our workouts with you this winter and I will see you soon.  
Tim O'Reilly head coach Jersey Nightmare 14U 

September 10, 1999
Coach D-This is a great website. Everyone out there needs to know that your educational programs have helped our Little League Softball program reach new heights this year. Our travel team has also benefited from your team lessons and camps. It was a very successful 1999 season. We're looking forward to working with you in the upcoming season. Keep up the good work!
Bob Zanni V.P. Softball, North Wall L.L. Manager, Wall Wizards Softball, 14-U 

September 10, 1999
Coach D has done a great job teaching my daughter the difficult art of fastpitch. She has enjoyed working with Coach D for several years now.
Ray Minchew 

September 8, 1999
Hi Coach D, Great WWW page. Just wanted to thank you for all your help with my daugher, Lisa. I think this coming year will be a good one, as a Riptide player. With all you have taught her she is batting up a storm, and catching better than ever. She did great in Virigina, her batting average was .500. Thanks in no small part to you and all her hard work. We will see you this winter, for more of your great coaching.
Sherry Petillo

September 7, 1999 
Coach D, your private instructions and camps have helped our team to be highy competitive on a state and national level. We all look foward to a another successful season in 2000 thanks to your coaching!!
Steve Cilento (coach "Jersey Riptide" 14 & under girls)

September 6, 1999 
Hey Coach D, real impressive web page. Happy to see that you are now on the WWW. Your instruction is top notch and hope this site brings more players your way for instruction. Your instruction played a big part in the Stars success this season. We enjoyed having you at a few of our tournaments this season as well. It meant alot to the players. We're looking forward to the coming season of instruction. Keep up the good work!
Leo Kirchner (Manager Sayreville Stars)

We offer group and team lessons at affordable rates in all areas of the game including pitching, hitting, catching, and fielding.. You can view all the information and cost on small group or team lessons in any of the above areas on the fastpitch instruction page of our web site.