We have eight returning starters and our top two pitchers back.. UNT came back from a three-run deficit to beat Charlotte 6-3 in its tournament opener. "We're. Toggle navigation. Its something we are doing.. We didnt lose many girls. It is very evident that a championship culture has been established at the University of Texas, and I can't wait to get to Austin to get to work and start building relationships with these incredible young ladies.". I bought into that. APSU won a program-record three games on its way to a school-best third-place finish at the Ohio Valley Conference tournament, and the Governors earned an at-large bid into the National Invitational Softball Championship. Create a password that only you will remember. Louisiana Tech won the regular season C-USA title. View Type: Toggle List View Toggle Card View Toggle Table View. We feel like we have earned it.. The Mean Green lost 11 of their final 18 games. Dillon Bryant confirmed on Tuesday that he is leaving the program after three seasons to pursue other opportunities. She started her career at Central Florida before electing to transfer. Receive information from our advertisers or special DR-C offers. Mikaela Olguin. We won't share it with anyone else. He is in his fifth season at the helm of North Texas softball. During her time with the Islanders, her main focus was on a complete rebuild of a program that had gone just 8-43 the year prior to her arrival. UNT lost its opening game in the Conference USA tournament 1-0 to Middle Tennessee, marking the fourth straight season the team had failed to win a conference tournament game. She is entering her fifth season as pitching coach of the Mean Green. North Texas' Hope Trautwein makes softball history with one-of-a-kind perfect game | NCAA.com Fri 12:00 AM PST MIZZOU ORE ST Fri 12:00 AM PST UCSD PORTST Fri 12:00 AM PST CAL USD Fri 12:00 AM. Prior to Austin Peay, DeLong was an assistant coach at Georgia Tech and served as the hitting instructor and infielders coach. There is more to UNTs success than just recruiting talented players. Only two other players in NCAA DI softball history had recorded21 strikeouts in a seven-inning game before Trautwein. Chance of rain 90%.. The following is the preseason Conference USA softball poll as voted on by the leagues head coaches. In his inaugural season, DeLong led the program to its first winning season since 2009 with a 31-21 record. OF Jr. 5' 8'' Silver Lake JR/SR HS Silver Lake, KS. Assistant Coach, University of Texas (July 2022-), Volunteer Coach, University of Oklahoma (Sept. 2021-June 2022), Head Coach, Texas A&M-Corpus Christi (June 2019-Aug. 2021), Head Coach, Temple College (Aug. 2010-July 2019), Assistant Coach, NPF's Dallas Charge (May 2016-August 2016), Graduate Assistant Coach, Texas State University (Aug. 2005-May 2006). She spent 16 seasons as the coach at East Carolina. DeLong was named the C-USA Coach of the Year after the Mean Green won the leagues regular season title in his debut campaign in 2019. California's Michele Granger, the NCAA's leader in career no-hitters, was the first and completed the featin one of her 25 no-hitters. Staff Writer Savage went 15-8 with a 2.64 ERA. An email has been sent to with a link to confirm list signup. UNT has invested heavily in the program over the last few years. Northeast Texas Community College is pleased to announce the hiring of Joshua Freeman as the new Head Coach of the Eagles softball team after a nationwide search. West Columbia, TX / Columbia High School: 3: Lani Green: RHP-So. Your e-mail address will be used to confirm your account. So it was only fitting that on February 29, 2020, DeLong would lead his team to victory over the school he rooted for as a boy while making history at the same time. Asst softball coach 2: $120,000. Texas Glory Fastpitch Softball Club in North Texas. Every morning, get a link to our newly redesigned e-Edition and the top Denton headlines you need to start your day. The league released its preseason coaches poll on Thursday, when UNT received nine of the 10 first-place votes. The deal has several incentives, including an additional months salary for winning the Conference USA title and $2,000 for being named the leagues coach of the year. That is overlooked by a lot of people. Get exclusive, in-depth coverage of the University of North Texas athletics teams in this weekly newsletter. Three weeks before knocking off Oklahoma, they edged a top 10-ranked Louisiana team 2-1 in Lafayette, marking the second win in as many seasons against the Ragin Cajuns. Thanks to what DeLong has built, UNT quickly recovered and dominated throughout its three-game run to the C-USA title. Every Wednesday morning, get the week's top crime stories in Denton from the Blotter in your inbox. Get exclusive, in-depth coverage of the University of North Texas athletics teams in this weekly newsletter. Nonetheless, perfection is an accomplishment in any sport. UNT sports information North Texas coach Rodney. The Mean Green enter the year as the team everyone else in C-USA is chasing. The biggest success came on May 5, 2019 when the Mean Green captured its first Conference USA regular season championship. DeLong added transfers from two Big 12 programs who will make an immediate impact: pitcher Gigi Wall (Texas Tech), and Tuesday DerMargosian, an outfielder from Texas. 2023 The University of Texas at Austin Athletics, J. Dan Brown Family Player Development Center. We are on track to get to where we want to go, DeLong said. Ashley Peters was named C-USA Preseason Pitcher of the Year after finishing 20-7 with a 2.43 ERA last season. Twenty one batters faced. Every morning, get a link to our newly redesigned e-Edition and the top Denton headlines you need to start your day. It really showed them this needed to be taken seriously.. No team in the North Texas athletic program had ever beaten a top-5 opponent on the road. 1, 2016. University of North Texas Softball - University of North Texas Athletics The official Softball page for the University of North Texas Mean Green The official Softball page for the University of North Texas Mean Green Skip to main content Top Stories Quick Links Skip Ad Watch Videos Skip Ad All Videos Skip Ad North Texas University Featured Athletes Staff Writer DeLong graduated from Cameron University in Lawton, Oklahoma, and has family in the area. Our support from the administration has also been really good. Third person in Division II and 6th person in NCAA history to hit 2 Grand-slams in one inning. Before arriving on the Island, Zaleski spent nine seasons (2010-19) as the head coach at Temple College in Temple, Texas. Its really cool to be a part of that 800th win.. She's the hardest worker on our team, she brings it every day and she deserves all the credit and all the success in the world.". Several of those veterans were included in C-USAs Preseason All-Conference Team. Men's Cross Country and Track. Be on time and ready to go. His writing has also appeared on FOX Sports, Bleacher Report and at the Associated Press. North Texas softball'sHope Trautwein managed tofind a middle ground between the two with a pitching performance that is the first of its kind in DI: A 21-strikeout perfect game. UNT will face Nebraska in the Stillwater Regional of the NCAA tournament on Friday. The 39-19 record in his first season with the Governors marked a 22-win improvement, the largest in NCAA Division I softball this year. Error! All rights reserved, Reed Robbins - Director of Player / Team Development, Tia Warsop Named to Great Britain's 18u National Team, 14u Texas Glory (Naudin) and 2K26 Texas Glory are 2022 Top Club National Co-Champs, 16u Texas Glory (Naudin) is 2022 Top Club Nationals Runner Up, 16u Texas Glory (Naudin) & 14u Texas Glory (Naudin) are 2022 Tulsa Elite Invite Champs, 18u Texas Glory, 16u Texas Glory (Naudin) & 2K26 Texas Glory are 2022 Texas Glory Summer Shootout Champs, 12u Texas Glory is 2022 12u TFL Summer Champions, 14u Texas Glory (Naudin-South) is 2022 14u TFL Summer Championship Runner Up, 14u Texas Glory (Naudin) is 3rd at 2022 AFCS. Winds could occasionally gust over 40 mph. Every Wednesday morning, get the week's top crime stories in Denton from the Blotter in your inbox. The win proved to be the first win in North Texas intercollegiate athletics history over a top-five ranked team on the road. He and his wife, Melissa, have one child, Lauren. 2023 Softball Roster. They won 13 of their first 15 games, the best 15-game start in school history. Aug 2012 - May 20141 year 10 months. We have won three championships in three seasons and have won consistently. The senior already hada pair of no-hitters to her name from her underclassman campaigns. juan.betancourt@dentonrc.com, Beth Maries has churned up a new flavor, North of Ordinary, to represent Denton, River otters documented for first time at Clear Creek Natural Heritage Center, Abbott calls for public school vouchers, but Denton ISD officials and a local legislator arent so sure, By John Fields Donnie Randell: Assistant Coach. Stay up to date with all of the sports news coming out of Denton-area high schools. You have permission to edit this article. Get the latest, most up-to-date breaking news in your inbox. Prior to her year at OU, Zaleski spent two seasons as the head coach at Texas A&M-Corpus Christi (2020-21). USA Softball Hall of Fame Stadium | Oklahoma City, OK, Women's College World Series Info & tickets. 1. Invalid password or account does not exist. She is an awesome coach and has been great for a really long time, UNT outfielder Katie Clark said after the game. He will be missed for sure. Im excited about the regional and to keep playing, infielder Tayla Evans said. Softball - Texas State Athletics Texas State Countdown Texas State Stories Softball / Feb 15, 2023 Texas State Hosts Three Teams for I-35 Tourney Texas State faces Lamar on Thursday before three games against South Dakota State and one against New Mexico State. Kee became one of 32 active Division I coaches to reach the milestone. SSE winds at 10 to 15 mph, increasing to 25 to 35 mph. Submitting this form below will send a message to your email with a link to change your password. Every Wednesday morning, get the week's top crime stories in Denton from the Blotter in your inbox. She also participated in MLB Softball Clinics with the Detroit Tigers (2006, 2007) and the San Francisco Giants (2005). What they have contributed has really helped the program develop.. Bryant also worked under UNT coach Rodney DeLong at Austin Peay and Cameron. That set up a showdown with OU the following day. There was an error processing your request. The Mean Green have been on a quick ascent ever since, one that reached new heights with the programs first NCAA regional bid. Coach DeLong preaches about the importance of character, bonding and playing together, UNT center fielder Lexi Cobb said. SSE winds at 10 to 15 mph, increasing to 25 to 35 mph. Hes found the right players, sold them on playing for UNT, fostered the winning culture Cobb talked about and convinced Baker and the rest of UNTs administration that investing in softball is the right move. The North Texas softball team is losing one of its longtime assistant coaches. UNT softball coach DeLong signs extension through 2024. Coach Freeman comes to lead the Eagle Softball program from Christopher Newport University in Newport News, Virginia. UNT softball continued its progression in 2022 when DeLong led his team to its first NCAA Regionals appearance after capturing the Conference USA tournament title. UNT added a Softball Customer Service Center in the summer of 2015; the venue includes a ticket booth and permanent restrooms. North Texas picked to win Conference USA softball title in preseason coaches' poll. juan.betancourt@dentonrc.com, Beth Maries has churned up a new flavor, North of Ordinary, to represent Denton, River otters documented for first time at Clear Creek Natural Heritage Center, Denton man sentenced to life in prison for murder of 7-year-old boy, Abbott calls for public school vouchers, but Denton ISD officials and a local legislator arent so sure. "I am excited to work with and learn from both him and Coach (Steve) Singleton and bring value from my various experiences to help add to the success of this program. Photo: Lake Creek High. During the 2017 campaign, the Yellow Jackets showed improvement in 11 different offensive categories and finished the season ranked 18th nationally in home runs per game (1.02), nearly doubling their average from 2016. North Texas also finished the shortened season with a perfect 5-0 record at home. Every morning, get a link to our newly redesigned e-Edition and the top Denton headlines you need to start your day. The Mean Green finished 25-27 in Kees final season this spring. Also on her coaching resume was an August 2005-May 2006 stint as a graduate assistant at Texas State. Alabama's Alexis Osorio was the most recentto do so in 2018, but she opened that game allowinga leadoff walk followed by a two-run home run. Softball Tryouts: 7 Tips to stand out Apr. agaudet@dentonrc.com, Thai Ocha to remain open, another Thai eatery opening soon after partners split, By Juan Betancourt Zaleski spent this past season serving as the volunteer assistant coach at Oklahoma. Name Title Phone E . The game was 3-3 in the sixth when senior outfielder Kenzie Young hit a sacrifice fly that scored first baseman Tayla Evans to put the Mean Green ahead 4-3. Sports. Georgia Techs defense ranked 59th nationally in double plays per game (0.40). Your account has been registered, and you are now logged in. UNT had hoped that milestones would come more quickly when Kee arrived at the school. Invalid password or account does not exist. By Brett Vito Invalid password or account does not exist. Three separate outbreaks put many of the players into quarantine, wiping out fall ball. I love the coaching staff and the players. Staff Writer Lexi Cobb. Your purchase was successful, and you are now logged in. This is the name that will be displayed next to your photo for comments, blog posts, and more. The Denton Record-Chronicle obtained DeLongs latest extension through an open records request. North Central Texas College. The final out of the programs first ever PERFECT GAME @hopetraut goes the distance! We ask that you consider turning off your ad blocker so we can deliver you the best experience possible while you are here. There wont be any shortage of qualified coaches interested in this position, and we expect to hire someone who will build on the foundation that has been established.. By submitting my information, I agree to the, What Patty Gasso Likes About Her OU Squad, North Texas Pitcher Hope Trautwein Tosses 21-Strikeout Perfect Game, Sooners Boom Their Way Past UCLA And Other College Softball Takeaways, Highlights: No. UNT made a run to the final of the Stillwater Regional of the NCAA tournament last season, when the Mean Green made their first regional appearance. High 76F. UNT briefly considered building an entirely new stadium but elected to renovate its current home instead. Rainfall around a half an inch. Baker estimates that UNT has spent close to $1.5 million on Lovelace Stadium since DeLongs arrival. North Texas will continue to play on a championship level.. Submitting this form below will send a message to your email with a link to change your password. If you forget it, you'll be able to recover it using your email address. Make sure you're prepared with the Denton Record-Chronicle's coverage of Denton County's key races, and the candidates in the running for them. Coach: TexasgloryPA07@outlook.com: 08 Texas Glory (PA) Doug Fisher: dpf13173@gmail.com (724)944-8316: 2K12 Texas Glory (PA) David DoVidio: Submitting this form below will send a message to your email with a link to change your password. "Any time she gets the ball, she never surprises us with the success she has. Seven innings pitched. Christopher Newport University is a NCAA Division III program where Coach Freeman served as Assistant head coach. As a coach, he took the Aggies to consecutive NCAA Division II Softball Tournament appearances. His first collegiate job was at Cameron University, where he had previously been a two-year letterwinner at shortstop. Academic Year Hometown / High School; 1: Daphne Bogenschutz: RHP-So. Please invite only players over 40 years old. UNTs coach had a vision of what UNT could be back then. jfields@dentonrc.com, Sanger school board approves Chad Rogers as new football coach, boys athletic director. The Governors snapped a run of 24 straight losing seasons when they went 39-19 in their lone season under DeLong in 2018. Christensen hit .304 with 11 home runs. Opportunity knocked, Bryant said. Make sure you're prepared with the Denton Record-Chronicle's coverage of Denton County's key races, and the candidates in the running for them. We have a very mature team that has handled adversity really well all year. There was an error processing your request. As we improve our facilities, we will have a better shot to do what we want to do.. The milestone is one UNT is taking in stride. The school added covered batting cages and bullpens two years ago and put in a new infield surface and scoreboard this year. Get exclusive coverage about business in Denton County in your inbox twice a month, with a focus on the housing market. Chance of rain 90%.. Talent isnt the most important thing. There was a problem saving your notification. cbreeding@dentonrc.com. She did that as a junior in 2020. The investigations report described an emotionally hostile environment and potential secondary NCAA violations. High 76F. Follow him on Twitter @ZachPekale. Choose wisely! When he began coaching softball, DeLong, now in his third season with the Mean Green, looked up to Sooners head softball coach Patty Gasso.So it was only fitting that on February 29, 2020, DeLong would lead his team to victory over the school he rooted for . In 2020 the Mean Green made it back-to-back years with a win over a top-10 ranked Louisiana team, this time knocking off the Ragin Cajuns 2-1 in Lafayette on Feb. 8. By Brett Vito I want to thank coach Kee for the hard work and dedication that she and her staff have poured into this program, UNT athletic director Wren Baker said. Staff Writer "We are very excited to announce the addition of Kristen Zaleski to our Longhorns family," White said. UNT has also replaced the outfield fences and recently installed hitting cages at the venue. DeLongs father, Rodney Sr., a high school baseball coach in Oklahoma, taught his son the importance of repetition. This past season, Zaleski served as the volunteer assistant on head coach Patty Gasso's staff during Oklahoma's record-setting run to the program's sixth national title. Stay up to date with all of the sports news coming out of Denton-area high schools. We have moved into that role of being the hunted team in this conference, DeLong said. 5' 4'' White Oak, TX / White Oak High School: 2: Braylynn Henderson: RHP-Fr. UNT's coach had gathered. With the Charge, she worked primarily with outfielders and hitters, coordinated with the rest of the staff on practice and game-day plans and coached first base. It helped UNT get through the tough times all teams experience. We feel like we have a chance.. At CNU,Freeman helped lead the Captains to two straight NCAA Tournament appearances, including a trip to the Super Regionals in 2019. BRETT VITO can be reached at 940-566-6870 and via Twitter at @brettvitto. Staff Writer We have gotten better in dealing with that. She worked tirelessly to help develop the student-athletes in her program, and we are appreciative of her service.. Zaleski did double duty while still at Temple College by also serving as an assistant coach with the Dallas Charge of National Pro Fastpitch in 2016. It made us exponentially better playing for each other in every aspect of the game.. It was awesome. Create a password that only you will remember. North Texas senior Tayla Evans celebrates with the championship trophy following the Mean Greens win over Western Kentucky in the Conference USA tournament championship game last week. The official 2023 Softball Roster for the University of North Texas Mean Green. Submitting this form below will send a message to your email with a link to change your password. SSE winds at 10 to 15 mph, increasing to 25 to 35 mph. Hes an Oklahoma native and led Cameron to the Division II national tournament in consecutive seasons earlier in his career. I have to have freedom to be able to learn and mature as a softball player, and (he) does a great job of working with all the players and allowing us to be mature at our own time.. AUSTIN, Texas Texas head softball coach Mike White announced on Friday that recent Oklahoma volunteer assistant and former Texas A&M-Corpus Christi & Temple College head coach Kristen Zaleski is heading to the Forty Acres to join his staff as an assistant coach with the Longhorns. UNT received nine of the 10 first-place votes. The views on this page do not necessarily reflect the views of the NCAA or its member institutions. Lions Sweep and Coach Hedrick Win Career Game #900 February 8, 2022 | Softball Full Story Softball Softball Softball Softball No events to show. Camps and clinics are ran by University of North Texas Head Coach Rodney DeLong and coaching staff. There was an error processing your request. An email message containing instructions on how to reset your password has been sent to the e-mail address listed on your account. The Mean Green continued to struggle over the last two years, despite the fact that the UNT athletic department has upgraded Lovelace Stadium. Winds could occasionally gust over 40 mph. This is the name that will be displayed next to your photo for comments, blog posts, and more. A stray shower or thunderstorm is possible. She is 804-506-1 in 21 seasons as a head coach. You cant do it without the support of the administration and the financial backing. By Brett Vito A native of Charlotte, N.C., Freeman graduated from East Carolina in 2000 with a Bachelor of Science in Communications. During the season, McFalls coached the team to . We feel like we can be a perennial top 25 program, given our location, if we fund it the right way, Baker said. UNT didnt have nearly as far to go but was coming off four straight losing seasons under Tracey Kee when it turned to DeLong to build a winner. Cloudy this morning then windy with strong thunderstorms this afternoon. North Texas sports information Rodney DeLong slowly lifted a fist into the air on Sunday as members of the North Texas softball team jumped out of their seats. There was a problem saving your notification. The North Texas softball team is losing one of its longtime assistant coaches. During a shortened second season, DeLong continued to elevate the program to new heights. He has worked for Arizona PBS, Arizona Sports 98.7 FM and the Cape Cod Baseball League. She set numerous TXST single-season and career program records and finished as the Southland Conference's career leader in both hits (291) and stolen bases (128). I loved my time here working under Wren and Rodney, Bryant said. Skip to main content. Along the way, the Sooners held the No. Im not going to be surprised when we get everyones best, Gamble said. Football offensive . Invalid password or account does not exist. If she could keep the game close, Trautwein would come in to close it out. In 2018, the Governors won a program-record 39 wins and an at-large bid to the National Invitational Softball Championship. Professionally, Zaleski played five seasons of National Pro Fastpitch with the Texas Thunder (2004-06) and the Rockford Thunder (2007-08). Your e-mail address will be used to confirm your account. Still, the loss did little to spoil the biggest win in school history. Its something we have worked for and set our sights on since we got here. And onSunday, Trautwein may have found the next degree of it. The Papillion-La Vista grad didn't puke, not even when Nebraska (40-14) learned its draw 15 minutes into the show. That is my goal. Furthermore, the Sooners had never lost in the Courtyard Marriott Tournament since its inception in 2014. From day one, I wanted to win championships here. 2005 Westminster Ct. North Texas jumped out to an early lead before OU exploded for six runs in the fourth. The upcoming season contains a lot of question marks, both on and off the field. It is the only game in history to go nine overtimes. High 76F. Staff Writer 2. Zach Pekale is an alumnus of Arizona State University with a degree in sports journalism. The team really bought in. She got out of two bases-loaded jams before giving way to Bailey Tindell, who pitched two innings of one-run ball. Athletic Director & Head Softball. cbreeding@dentonrc.com. Get exclusive coverage about business in Denton County in your inbox twice a month, with a focus on the housing market. She earned NPF Most Valuable Player honors in 2005, was a two-time NPF All-Star (2004 & 2008) and a three-time All-NPF Team selection (2005, 2006, 2007) and was selected to the U.S. National Training Team to compete for a spot on the 2008 U.S. Olympic squad. DeLong began his softball coaching career in Oklahoma at the high school level, guiding Cache High to the 2013 state championship. The team posted program-best marks in batting average (.290), slugging percentage (.512), runs scored (297), home runs (71), RBI (274) and total bases (707). Receive information from our advertisers or special DR-C offers. The support of the administration is important to me moving forward, DeLong said. SSE winds at 10 to 15 mph, increasing to 25 to 35 mph. There is always pressure to win, Kee said before the season. This one was different. If you forget it, you'll be able to recover it using your email address. Email notifications are only sent once a day, and only if there are new matching items. DeLong believes scheduling elite schools is the best way to prepare his team for the big stage. Go To Coaching Staff. I want our program to become a perennial NCAA Tournament team, he explained. The Mean Green waited a few anxious moments before finding out they are headed to Stillwater, Oklahoma, to face Nebraska in their opener of the four-team event on Friday night. Tracey Kee resigned as North Texas softball coach Wednesday after a fourth straight losing season. juan.betancourt@dentonrc.com, Beth Maries has churned up a new flavor, North of Ordinary, to represent Denton, River otters documented for first time at Clear Creek Natural Heritage Center, Denton man sentenced to life in prison for murder of 7-year-old boy, Abbott calls for public school vouchers, but Denton ISD officials and a local legislator arent so sure. The Mean Green entered the season under pressure to break through after failing to post a winning record in each of the previous three years. But being one out of one is an entirely different kind of performance. Name. We have a lot of momentum going into this year, Peters said. UNT athletic director Wren Baker was hoping for rapid improvement when he hired DeLong. The momentum UNT gained in that series quickly dissipated. Even though we didnt win that (second) game, we never let up that entire time.. The Lawton native came to UNT after one season as the head coach at Austin Peay largely to return to a part of the country he considers home. Trautwein had to throwa minimum of 63 strikes withoutinducingany contact. Theres nothing particularly complex about what DeLong has done. Nebraska head coach Rhonda Revelle, and pitchers Olivia Ferrell and Courtney Wallace speak following the North Texas vs. Nebraska NCAA tournament regional softball game at Oklahoma State. He is in his fifth season at the helm of North Texas softball. Oklahoma Louisiana and Texas players and. The Mean Green won the Conference USA regular season title last spring and finished in a tie with Louisiana Tech for the championship in 2019. You have permission to edit this article. 7.0 IP, 0 H, 0 BB, 21 Ks The school added a building with a ticket booth and restroom facilities to Lovelace Stadium in the summer of 2015. Staff Writer Winds NW at 15 to 25 mph. Your account has been registered, and you are now logged in. Chance of rain 90%. The most important factor, though, is the culture DeLong has built within the program. UNIVERSITY OF NORTH TEXAS. UNT hopes to renovate the dugouts at Lovelace before next season. Year three of the DeLong experience in Denton featured more improvement, leading the team to its highest win total in program history with 38 as he earned C-USA Coach of the Year honors for the second time. 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