Dave Paetkau

The Yale Softball Academy is very fortunate to have Dave work with our students as he brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the program. He is the owner of Abbotsford's own Power Zone Academy since 2003.  From 2010- 2019 'Coach Dave' was the hitting and outfield coach for the Canadian Women's national team and from 2008-2009 Dave was head coach of Denmark's Men's National Team. 

Dave is a member of Softball Canada's Long Term Player Development committee since 2008 and a Learning Facilitator for the Comp Dev Coaching Program since 2013.

Dave is also an accomplished Softball player.  Some of his ball career highlights include:  

• ISF World Champion in 1992, Silver Medal in 1996 
• Pan Am Games Gold Medalist 1991 & 1995
• 8 year member of Canadian Men's National Fastpitch Team
• Canadian National Championship: 1 Gold, 3 Silver, 3 Bronze
• 2 Time ISC All-World Team, 2 Time All Canadian Team
• ISC Top Hitter and Canadian National Top Hitter Award
• Inducted
  • Softball BC Hall Of Fame
  • Saskatoon Sports Hall of Fame