About Athletics and UE Women’s Softball Program The University, home of the “Purple Aces,” is part of the Missouri Valley Conference and competes in 17 sports at the NCAA DI level. In June of 2023, Athletics Director Dr. Kenneth “Ziggy” Siegfried unveiled an ambitious Athletics Strategic Plan to ensure the Purple Aces reach new heights. The Pathway to Excellence Athletics Strategic Plan provides a clear vision for the future, and how the department is going to achieve future success. The Core Values established in the Pathway to Excellence are Integrity, Education, Service, Inclusion, and Excellence. The Goal Areas of the plan include Goal Area #1 – Education, Goal Area #2 – Competition, Goal Area #3 – Campus/Community Engagement, Goal Area #4 – Facilities, Goal Area #5 – Enrollment Management, and Goal Area #6 – Resources. The University of Evansville’s softball program earned marquee wins this past spring, defeating #24 Kentucky and Missouri Valley Conference (MVC) regular season champion Southern Illinois-Carbondale. The Aces return a strong core of rising sophomores and juniors, including MVC All-Defensive Team selections Taylor Howe and Niki Bode, with Bode also earning Second Team All-MVC honors. UE has advanced past the opening round of the MVC Championship in each of the past two seasons and is poised to take the next step. The program benefits from one of the premier softball facilities in the conference—if not the best—featuring an elite playing surface and an upgraded stadium environment that enhances both player development and fan experience.

Mission of Department We are dedicated to providing an exceptional student-athlete experience, expecting academic excellence, and creating a championship culture that goes beyond the field of play. As purple aces, we assume the responsibility of positively representing the University of Evansville and our community. Steeped in a rich tradition, we honor those who came before us while laying the path for the future. We empower our student-athletes to be courageous leavers by acting bravely in a diverse, ever-changing world.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree preferred. Collegiate softball coaching experience required.

Application Procedures

Applications will be reviewed immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Interested candidates should email a letter of application, resume, and contact information for three references in one PDF file to opportunity@mammothconsulted.com. Dr. Kurt Patberg, Vice President of Mammoth Sports Consulting, will assist with this search, and any position inquiries, questions, and nominations should be forwarded to him at kurt.patberg@mammothconsulted.com.