Credit: Missouri Athletics ORIGINALLY PUBLISHED ON www.si.com/onsi/softball Chrissy Shoonmaker has made her first hire since becoming head coach of the Houston Cougars softball program. The university announced in a press release on Wednesday afternoon that Jeff Cottrill, the long-time hitting coach between Missouri and Oklahoma State, is joining Houston as an assistant coach. "We are thrilled to welcome Jeff and his family to Houston," Schoonmaker said in the press release

Credit: Cal Athletics ORIGINALLY PUBLISHED ON www.si.com/onsi/softball After five seasons spent leading her alma mater, Cal head softball coach Chelsea Spencer stepped down from the program on Monday, and now the hunt for a new coach is on. Though assistant coach Jen Deering has been named interim head coach for the time being, a national search for a permanent replacement has begun immediately. Here are five names for Cal to consider: Tori Tyson, Howard University Tyson h

Credit: USA Softball The USA Softball All-Star Showcase is back for another year, featuring the U.S. Women’s National Team (WNT), Athletes Unlimited Softball League (AUSL) athletes, and some of college softball’s current stars. Held at the softball capital of the world at Devon Park in Oklahoma City on June 26, this doubleheader will bring matchups between Team USA and a mix of elite collegiate and professional athletes, all of whom are preparing for the 2025 World Games in C