Mississippi State announced on Tuesday that Vann Stuedemans eight-year run as head softball coach at the school has ended. The championship and winning season was the first in the 90s for the West Alabama program. 2023 Mississippi State University Athletics. During the campaign, Stuedeman guided her squad to four wins versus top-five opponents in the National Fastpitch Coaches Association (NFCA) poll. Jul 17, 2019 #2. Fill out this form to be on Extra Inning Softball notifications list and be the first to get important updates and news specifically for coaches. He can be reached at swalters@cdispatch.com. After all, as one source told FPN Tuesday night that making the NCAA Tournament in the SEC is now the norm and expectation with everyone making the field the last couple of seasons. 1 national seed Florida, No. Bratton was on Cohens baseball staff in 2009 as the coordinator of Baseball Operations. On paper, the home conference slate should include one series win and could include three. This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. I am competitive, Stricklin said. Success continued for Stuedemans pitching staff in 2016, as State tallied 305 strikeouts. 19 Georgia, where she went 7-for-10 (.700) with 14 RBI, four home runs (two grand slams), four runs scored, a scorching 1.900 slugging percentage and a .667 OBP. The tenure of head softball coach Vann Stuedeman at Mississippi State University came to a close late Tuesday afternoon with a press release sent out by the MSU Athletic Department, confirming reports her time as coach had ended. STARKVILLE Mississippi State Director of Athletics John Cohen announced Tuesday that Vann Stuedeman will not return as head coach of the Bulldog softball 16 national seed Alabama, and No. Individually, the Bulldogs had a number of standouts that led them back to the postseason, led by All-SEC First Team honoree Caroline Seitz. Please consider subscribing to our website for only $2.30 per week to help support local journalism and our community. After the SEC Tournament, the ESPN family of networks broadcasts select regional tournament games and all super regional tournament games, as well as the Womens College World Series in Oklahoma City, Okla. The disappointment hurt last year. An email has been sent to with a link to confirm list signup. Under her instruction, Tide pitchers registered 23 no-hitters, including three perfect games. They also held true to the We Dont Move mantra brought by the coaching staff, tallying 60 hit by pitches, which is third in the school record books. It was our job as the senior class to get this program back where it belongs. These cookies help provide information on metrics the number of visitors, bounce rate, traffic source, etc. Since being hired as the Mississippi State softball head coach on Thursday, June 23, 2011, Vann Stuedeman has invigorated the Bulldog program. However, I know Vann and she is not going to wait around for a new facility. You want those type of people to come here and more importantly, you want them to come back.. We have played BYU and Fordham, but it has been several years. States postseason success continued Tucson Regional as MSU advanced to a regional final for the first since 2005. To make it worse it was to Ole Miss, a team that has surpassed State under Vann along with teams Davidson was the first Bulldog to win Freshman of the Year since two-time All-American Courtney Bures brought home the honor in 2005. Entering the year, the Bulldogs had won five games in program history versus top-five opponents. Stuedeman also helped the pitching staff improve from 2011 to 2012 in: wins (24 to 33), complete games (12 to 20), no-hitters (zero to one), hits allowed (435 to 310), runs allowed (313 to 194), strikeouts (242 to 358), home runs allowed (50 to 27) and opponent batting average (.300 to .224). "We appreciate her efforts and contributions to the program. South Carolina typically is in the bottom half of the conference standings. MSU and Ole Miss dont play a conference series. Three times Stuedeman coached the SEC Pitcher of the Year, while racking up 19 SEC Pitcher of the Week honors. This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. Jamie Trachsel A name that may throw many for a surprise but isnt actually all that far fetched, Minnesotas Jamie Trachsel could be a candidate for this position. The University of Tennessee, University of Arkansas and Louisiana State University have each moved into new stadiums in the past five years. Mississippi State was a dream job come true, Stuedeman said. Our top headlines each morning, seven days a week, as well as each weekday afternoon. The 2011 staff led the SEC in ERA, giving Stuedemans staff a top-20 ERA nationally in five of the previous six seasons before she left Alabama. Dunne also tossed three no-hitters and posted 11 shutouts. As an assistant coach "Yes, it was huge for the other kids to get that experience. The Bulldogs carried a never-say-die attitude with them in 2015 as they recorded 15 come-from-behind wins to give Stuedeman a total of 50 comeback wins over her first four seasons in Starkville. MSUs four SEC series wins were the most since 2012, Stuedemans first year with the Maroon and White, while its nine ranked wins tied for the most in school history (2004). The 2013 Bulldogs were named an Easton Team of the Year, joining Womens College World Series participants Florida and Texas. In the press release, John Cohen, director of athletics at MSU, thanked Stuedeman for her time coaching at MSU, as the Bulldogs compiled a 276-189 overall mark and a 69-127 SEC regular-season record in her eight seasons of coaching the team. Saturday really cant come quick enough for Mississippi State softball coach Vann Stuedeman and her Bulldogs. During her stint, the UAH pitching staff ranked in the top five in Division II in ERA. She helped lead the program to two Gulf South Conference championships, three NCAA Regional appearances and a trip to the 1999 Division II National Tournament. I am very proud of our success on the field and wish the program all the best moving forward., Your email address will not be published. You have four years to play. Get an email notification whenever someone contributes to the discussion. This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. I am very proud of our success on the field and wish the program all the best moving forward.". In the five-year Stuedeman era, the Bulldogs have won seven. We had five hits in the game but we couldnt put anything together, Stuedeman said. She said the mental attitude of the team was much better. This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. So the question now is whats next for Stuedeman and Mississippi State? The cookies is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Necessary". Mississippi State Discussion Facebook group. An email message containing instructions on how to reset your password has been sent to the e-mail address listed on your account. Overall Record (AS OF MAY 31, 2018): 241-166 Ruben Felix I mentioned earlier how the success of the Ole Miss Rebels under Mike Smith is an underlying factor that contributed to Stuedemans ousting. While Calverts name may surprise some, considering all his ties are in the Midwest, he has family living near the Gulf Port in Mississippi and last year Cohen hired Chris Lemonis to become the new head coach of the Bulldogs baseball squad; Lemonis came from Indiana. He convinced me right off the bat he was committed to softball. Sign up to view our weekly e-editions each Wednesday with just a click. On Monday, Mullins hired former Bulldogs star pitcher, Holly Ward, to join her coaching staff. Talk to WCBIs anchors, reporters and meteorologists. Seitz became the sixth freshman in program history to earn all-region honors, the initial under Stuedeman and the first since Kaili Smith in 2009. Sign up to view our weekly e-editions each Wednesday with just a click. or anything. Later in the year, Becker became the first Bulldog pitcher since Stephanie Comeaux in 2006 to be named SEC Pitcher of the Week after picking up three conference victories in a series sweep versus Kentucky. It was the first time the Bulldogs had won three consecutive games against ranked foes since taking seven straight from April 9-May 13, 2004, and the first time ever winning three straight against top-five opponents. Outside the SEC, Stuedeman was dominant. Stuedeman compiled a 276-189 overall mark and a 69-127 SEC regular-season record in eight seasons. Furthermore, over the years, the Samford graduate has established an impression, leading the Chargers to a remarkable 1141-385-1 record and zero losing season. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Performance". We will move forward immediately with a national search to identify our next head coach.". That could be what is behind the motivation to make this change and with players departing the program perhaps convinced Cohen that Stuedeman had taken the program as far as she can. It does not store any personal data. She took a school record-high 4.90 earned-run average from 2011 and with the same group of five pitchers, cut the ERA to 2.88 in 2012. Silkwood set the MSU freshman record for strikeouts in a season with 167 and set the rookie single-game record with 13 whiffs against Texas Southern in the NCAA Tournament. STARKVILLE, Miss (MSU Athletics) Mississippi State Director of Athletics John Cohen announced Tuesday that Vann Stuedeman will not return as head coach of It would not be surprised if Glasco is among top of Cohens list. New Mississippi State coach plans to build softball program and new facilities, Mississippi State breaks its own NCAA on-campus attendance record, Bulldogs take seventh-straight series against Ole Miss, Prep roundup: Starkville golf qualifies for MHSAA Class 6A state championships, Southern cancels mid-week game against MSU. We wish her the very best in her future endeavors. The growth and popularity of the sport makes this a great time for investment. Wed love to hear from you. The staff included a pair of All-American pitchers in Kelsi Dunne and Jackie Traina. The squad bested tournament host Texas A&M in the tournaments play-in game before losing to Ole Miss in the tournaments opening round. These cookies track visitors across websites and collect information to provide customized ads. While one can come to the conclusion that player departures and possible complaints may have been what triggered this reaction, the main factor that has played the biggest role in this is the success of the rival. We have some plans from a facilities standpoint, Stricklin said. In her most recent season, Stuedeman led the Bulldogs back to postseason contention for the second consecutive season, as State reeled off 38 wins and made their way to the Tucson Regional, marking a sixth NCAA Tournament appearance in the last seven years and the 14th in school history. By submitting my information, I agree to the, Replay: Iowa Vs. Mississippi State | FAU Paradise Classic, Replay: Stony Brook Vs. Mississippi State | FAU Paradise Classic, Replay: Mississippi State Vs. Iowa | FAU Paradise Classic, College Softball Rankings Roundup As 2023 Season Begins. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Performance". "Mississippi State was a dream job come true," Stuedeman said. For her efforts, Seitz was named SEC, Louisville Slugger NFCA and USA Softball Player of the Week honors. WebMississippi State Head Coach Vann Stuedeman Talks About Katie Anne Bailey 24 Arkansas. Quality, in-depth journalism is essential to a healthy community. With the additional financial resources, an overhaul of softball facilities is in the works. JUST IN: Mississippi State Parts Ways with Vann Stuedeman . A total of 2,946 fans made their way to Nusz Park for MSUs first home weekend of SEC play, marking the largest such crowd in school history. Prior to her arrival in Starkville, Stuedeman helped Alabama claim three SEC regular-season titles en route to reaching the Womens College World Series six times. New posts. The road conference series are against Texas A&M, LSU, Georgia, and Auburn. That record was first set in 2006, from Feb. 10 March 3. The right-hander struck out 331 batters and held opponents to a school-record .146 average. "We appreciate her efforts and contributions to the program. Mississippi State softball coach Vann Stuedeman checks out the present softball stadium at Mississippi State. Everything down to the timing sheet is the way you would see one done at a regional. Perfect Games3 . SEC Pitchers of the Year3.. SEC Freshman of the Year1 . SEC Tournament MVPCOACHING CAREERGraduate Assistant, West Alabama, 1995-96Assistant Coach, Alabama-Huntsville, 1997-99Head Coach, East Limestone County HS, 1999-2000Assistant Coach, Alabama, 2000-11Head Coach, Mississippi State, 2011-2019Pitching Coach, Tuscaloosa County High School, 2022-presentPLAYING CAREERVestavia Hills HS, 1986-90Huntington College, 1991-94. This will be Utahs first time as a host of a regional. Dunne, a volunteer assistant coach at Mississippi State in 2012, capped her career with a 29-5 record and a 1.42 ERA. We made up for it this year., Follow Dispatch sports writer Scott Walters on Twitter @dispatchscott. The cookie is set by the GDPR Cookie Consent plugin and is used to store whether or not user has consented to the use of cookies. He is the most innovative, visionary person I have ever met. It does not store any personal data. We will have a new grandstand. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Other. We appreciate her efforts and contributions to the program. Former MSU coach Jay Miller wasnt retained after missing the postseason in 2010 and 2011. The club started off on fire, winning 15-straight games, one game shy of the longest season-opening victory streak in program history. We are your neighbors. That first regional berth was celebrated with a watch party in downtown Starkville. Saturday marks the opening day of practice for the 2017 season. 3 seed MSU (36-20) will face No. In 2012, Stuedeman took MSU to its first NCAA Tournament since 2009, she became one of only two first-time head coaches to make the field of 64. She also became the only coach in school history to record at least one ranked win in every season of their tenure. You have permission to edit this article. Silkwood also became the 13th Bulldog in school history to reach the pro level, as she was selected in the fifth round (24th pick) by the Akron Racers in the 2017 NPF Draft. But opting out of some of these cookies may affect your browsing experience. The SEC record was a mind-boggling 3-21. Stuedeman is high on her incoming freshman class. Mississippi State softball coach Vann Stuedeman has given her current team a unique way to make up for the graduation of All-Southeastern Conference performer Caroline Seitz. That gives Stuedeman 12 of the programs top 15 crowds during her seven years at the helm, including the top four crowds. Ole Miss, Alabama and Tennessee each have high-resolution video boards. He told me he was ready to raise the bar in a sport I dearly love.. The Birmingham, Ala., area native graduated in 1994 from Huntingdon College, where she helped the Hawks to two third-place finishes at the national tournament (1992 and 1994). Stuedemans 2014 edition really took off, earning a program third-best 39 victories and an MSU second-best eight wins against ranked opponents. This is a much better feeling. A year later, a new scoreboard was put in use, complete with magnetic scroll along the bottom. Alison Owen was also tabbed as the April 14 SEC Pitcher of the Week. Despite some struggles, the team still showcased extreme grit and toughness while playing in the toughest conference in the NCAA, as the SEC finished 2016 with the highest RPI among conference teams. However, we are going to invest the additional resources necessary to make our program comparative to others around our league.. It is known that the SEC is of strong interest to Trachsel who is entering the final year of her initial contract at Minnesota (three years). However, Stuedeman knows the truth about the overall structure. Fully buying into Stuedemans system paid dividends at the end of the year, when the Bulldogs won 14 of their last 20 contests, including a 12-game winning streak from April 10 - May 4, 2012. Illinois. Please avoid obscene, vulgar, lewd, Are you a New Albany Gazette subscriber? The right-hander struck out 331 batters and held opponents to a school-record .146 average. These cookies will be stored in your browser only with your consent. Be Proactive. Those who cheer for the Maroon and White would like to see softball follow a similar path. Cook had heard that former Mississippi State softball coach Vann Stuedeman, who was the long-time pitching coach at Alabama, had moved back to the Perhaps a Mullins-Ward combo return may be what Cohen, a Mississippi State alum himself, may be looking for. 5 Florida over Super Bulldog Weekend, which ranked as the third-highest crowd in program history. Stuedeman coached MSUs first SEC Player of the Week since 2010, two SEC Players of the Week in the same season for the first time since 2004 and MSUs second National Player of the Week. Stuedeman also focused heavily on improving the defense. Stuedeman led the Bulldogs for eight seasons after taking the programs helm in June 2011. Those teams finished fourth, seventh, eighth, and 10th in the final SEC standings in 2016. Stricklin knew he would have to up the ante when the school chose to replace Jay Miller after his nine seasons as head coach. 4/4 Tennessee, Silkwood was named the April 21 SEC Pitcher of the Week as well as the Feb. 17 and March 3 SEC Freshman of the Week. We feel like we have done our part with a legacy.. That stretch mark the best since going seven out of eight years from 2002-09. The cookie is set by the GDPR Cookie Consent plugin and is used to store whether or not user has consented to the use of cookies. Bulldogs fall in series against No. Ironically, we learned earlier in the day where couple of them were going as James Madison announced the addition of pitcher Kayla Boseman for the 2020 season and Florida announced the signing of infielder Kinsey Goelz, who will be eligible to play in 2021.Sources tell FastpitchNews that the current number of players entering the transfer portal was a concern. Master's in Elementary Education, West Alabama, 1996 Cather Katie Anne Bailey and utility player Mackenzie Toler are seniors and will be counted on to lead the offense. Stuedeman served as a graduate assistant at the University of West Alabama from 1995-96 while earning her masters degree in elementary education, helping lead the team to the Gulf South Conference championship in 1995 while the teams head coach was away from the team on maternity leave. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Other. The Bulldogs failed to advance to the postseason in 2016 following their first losing season since 2011. 11 national seed Utah (33-14) against No. She succeeded, increasing the Bulldogs fielding percentage from 2011 to 2012 by nine points (.954 to .963). The 2011 Bulldog Softball Fan Guide calls the facility one of the finest facilities in the nation. Annually, many league coaches considered the playing surface one of the best in the league. Individually, Stuedeman helped Caroline Seitz to selections as a Top 25 Finalist for the inaugural NFCA Freshman of the Year Award and NFCA All-South Region First Team honors. The cookies is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Necessary". Education: Bachelor of Accounting, Huntingdon College, 1994 Need a subscription? By clicking Accept, you consent to the use of ALL the cookies. In the SEC, we prepare for the postseason. WebMississippi State Head Coach Vann Stuedeman Talks About Katie Anne Bailey (Stricklin) has been very receptive to what we are trying to do to move this program forward.. It is such a quick turnaround, Stuedeman said. Arkansas has 18 suites for big-money donors which sit atop sparkling new Bogle Park. WebMississippi State. Dunne, a volunteer assistant coach at Mississippi State in 2012, capped her career with a 29-5 record and a 1.42 ERA. Keep it Clean. Graduate Assistant, West Alabama, 1995-96 Menu. In a season that was marked with off the field battles, including the inspirational story of Alex Wilcoxs battle with ovarian cancer, Stuedeman rallied the 2018 squad to reach new heights and take down records that had stood for decades. The pitching development and philosophies Stuedeman brought from the University of Alabama, where she was known as a pitching genius in 11 years as the Crimson Tide pitching coach, paid huge dividends during her initial season. Performance cookies are used to understand and analyze the key performance indexes of the website which helps in delivering a better user experience for the visitors. Stuedeman coached six All-American pitchers with 11 All-America and All-SEC honors while in Tuscaloosa. 1 seed and No. Tuesday provided stunning news out of Starkville, MS as the Vanntastic Era at Mississippi State ended when the Bulldogs announced they have parted ways with head coach, Vann Stuedeman, after eight seasons. Following two impressive outings at No. Facebook gives people the power to share and makes the world more open and connected. Hometown: Vestavia Hills, Ala. Stuedeman said she is ready to hit the donors aggressively as the school plans to break ground on a new softball-playing facility after the completion of the 2013 regular season. We use cookies on our website to give you the most relevant experience by remembering your preferences and repeat visits. Under her instruction, Tide pitchers registered 23 no-hitters, including three perfect games. Kolaitis was hired last year by UAB and completed his first season in 2019. At the time the university did not offer softball as a varsity sport, so Stuedeman transferred to Huntingdon College in Montgomery. We celebrate community and we tell your stories. Ricketts has also been known to be popular with players. The facility opened for business with the start of the 1997 season. that is degrading to another person. There are four games against the Southwestern Athletic Conference (two more than a year ago). That means playing in the postseason. Share with Us. The Southeastern Conference is tough. In the case of Ole Miss, the Rebels softball program benefited when baseballs Oxford-University Stadium got a new video board and UM softball got the old one. Saturday marks the opening day of practice for the 2017 season. For Mississippi State they began the national search and we break down possible candidates for the job here: Continue reading to learn who could be considered for the head coaching position at Mississippi State below. This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. State also drew 1,413 for the Saturday game against South Carolina for 2017 Super Bulldog Weekend, marking the third-largest SBW crowd in school history. Follow him on Twitter @dispatchscott. We knew our season was over and there wasnt anything we could do about it. Out of these, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are essential for the working of basic functionalities of the website. We have already had some people with ESPN help us with some of the early designs. A four-year starter on the infield, Wakefield was drafted to play pro ball after last season. Regardless of the struggles, the Bulldogs still held a strong Ratings Percentage Index (RPI) figure throughout the year. Our game coverage from football, basketball and baseball, plus breaking updates and our best reads. Notifications from this discussion will be disabled. To borrow a phrase from president-elect Donald Trump, its a huge season for the Bulldogs. She also coached at West Alabama and Alabama-Huntsville. The 2014 Bulldogs four total SEC weekly honors are tied with the 2008 and 2004 squads for the second most in program history. Subscribers canview our e-editions each morning with just a click. She may choose to sit out the 2020 season and take the year off in order to see what coaching jobs are available after the 2020 season. We appreciate her efforts and contributions to the program. We use cookies on our website to give you the most relevant experience by remembering your preferences and repeat visits. I am very proud of our success on the field and wish the program all the best moving forward.". WebVann Stuedeman - Head Softball Coach - Mississippi State University | LinkedIn Vann Stuedeman Head Softball Coach at Mississippi State University Starkville, Mississippi, JUST IN: Mississippi State Parts Ways with Vann Stuedeman. Our No. Stuedeman compiled a 276-189 overall mark and a 69-127 SEC regular-season record in eight seasons. Saturday has been a long time coming. Mississippi State University head softball coach Vann Stuedeman recently completed her first season with the Bulldogs. Vestavia Hills HS, 1986-90 Stuedeman led the Bulldogs for eight seasons Stuedeman compiled a 276-189 overall mark and a 69-127 SEC regular-season record in eight seasons. The Bulldogs rode the momentum of opening Nusz Park to 10-straight wins to start the season. You also have the option to opt-out of these cookies. Several reports surfaced around The ESPN family of networks, Comcast Sports Southeast and Fox Sports are all broadcast partners for regular-season softball games. Rounding out the individual honors was shortstop Reggie Harrison, whos defensive play in one of the toughest spots in the infield helped earn her NFCA All-South Region Third team accolades. With schools concerned about travel costs and missing school, its foolish that schools 90 miles apart dont play each other. Performance cookies are used to understand and analyze the key performance indexes of the website which helps in delivering a better user experience for the visitors. Rounding out the individual honors was center fielder Amanda Ivy, who reeled off one highlight play after another in the outfield to earn All-SEC Defensive Team honors. She understands the holdbacks and also understands the schools previous commitment to softball. The Bulldogs made three-straight NCAA trips for the first time since 2007-09 and had three consecutive 30-win seasons for the first time since 1998-2008. Sorry, there are no recent results for popular videos. Are you a Monroe Journal subscriber? The Oxford Regional will open Friday when Arizona State (30-20) plays North Carolina (38-19) at 6 p.m. and Ole Miss (40-18) plays host to Southern Illinois (33-22) at 8:30 p.m. Stuedeman has only dropped two games to in-state foes during her tenure, while winning seven of her nine meetings with Ole Miss. Would Cohen perhaps reach out to another successful head coach from a Midwest program? I am very proud of our success on the field and wish the program all the best moving forward.. Click here! She is the third Bulldog to be selected in the NPF Draft since Stuedeman arrived in 2012, joining Alison Owen (2014) and Kayla Winkfield (2016). The NFCA All-South Region Second Team honoree became the first Bulldog in history to record 600-plus innings pitched and 500-plus strikeouts for her career. MSU is happy to have this busy lifestyle again after a one-year absence. These are the most popular articles of the week. We had the right mind-set when we came in to work this year. There are a lot of national seeds that didnt do that. Everybody aims for this day from the start of the season.. 1 . SEC Tournament MVP The SEC will have eight national seeds, including No. Success! Now, its back to square one. Don't Threaten. Sign up to view our weekly e-editions each Wednesday with just a click. Now that Easter has come and gone, its time to prepare for the second Its time to have some of that Boston dirty water on our latest episode Our latest podcast breaks down what happened in Stillwater on Friday night and what Hello friends! The veteran coach and former Mississippi State leader never considered herself retired from college softball, but did question if, when, and how she would make By clicking Accept, you consent to the use of ALL the cookies. Each of the new facilities includes chairback seating and expansive press boxes. We are grateful to Vann for eight years of service to Mississippi State softball, Cohen said. Functional cookies help to perform certain functionalities like sharing the content of the website on social media platforms, collect feedbacks, and other third-party features. Stuedeman was in Atlanta recruiting as normal this past weekend at the Atlanta Legacy and Triple Crown National events. We wont ever let go of that. 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