LOUISVILLE, Ky. – Miller Grove's (Ga.) Amiyah Morrison captured the first 2024 MaxPreps/NFCA National High School Fall Player of the Week award. The senior pitcher is being recognized for her outstanding play for the week of Aug. 19-25.
Morrison lifted Miller Grove to three victories last week as she did not allow a hit over 11 innings of work, while also batting .857 and scoring nine runs. Morrison struck out 29 of the 39 batters she faced, surrendered an unearned run and issued two walks. She fanned a week-high 12 batters (zero walks) against Redan. Morrison also struck out eight and nine batters against Salem and Arabia Mountain, respectively. At the plate, she was 3-for-3 with a double, three RBI and four runs scored versus Salem, while adding three RBI against Arabia Mountain and scoring three times versus Redan.
MaxPreps.com, the official high school statistical provider of the NFCA, provides all statistics for the NFCA High School Player of the Week award. To nominate a player a coach must enter his or her athlete's game stats into MaxPreps.com by Sunday evening to be eligible for that week’s award.
The MaxPreps/NFCA High School Player of the Week is announced on NFCA.org
every Monday during the spring season.
MaxPreps is a free stat tool that is available to high school coaches across the country and is one of the most recognized and respected high school athletics websites on the internet. Coaches who enter their team’s stats on MaxPreps will not only be nominating their players for this award, but they will be getting their team’s information out to thousands of high school sports fans, as well as college coaches across the country.
To obtain a coach’s login, please contact: coachsupport@maxpreps.com or call (800) 329-7324 x1. To enter a team’s stats on the MaxPreps website, please click here.
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DePauw University (NCAA DIII)
Assistant Coach for Softball
DePauw University
Equal Opportunity: DePauw University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Women, members of underrepresented groups, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Application: Position will remain open until filled. This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship at this time.
Position Summary
The assistant coach for softball is responsible for assisting the head softball coach in implementing and directing all phases of a competitive NCAA Division III Softball program. Responsibilities include recruiting, planning practices, coaching, scouting, scheduling, budgeting, team travel, and ensuring compliance with NCAA, conference, and University policies. Additional duties within the athletics department will be assigned.
Essential Functions
Reasonable Accommodations Statement: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Comply with NCAA, conference, and University regulations.
- Demonstrate ethical conduct and sportsmanship.
- Support a diverse and inclusive community.
- Recruit and maintain an acceptable roster.
- Plan and implement practices and competition strategies.
- Mentor student-athletes academically and athletically.
- Coordinate travel arrangements and scheduling.
- Maintain fiscal responsibility within program budget.
- Monitor student-athlete academic progress.
- Other duties as assigned.
Competencies
- Accountability
- Analytical Skills
- Adaptability
- Coaching and Development
- Consensus Building
- Leadership
- Relationship Building
- Team Building
- Training and Development
Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s preferred.
- Experience: Collegiate softball coaching and playing preferred. Pitching experience highly desirable.
- Computer Skills: Microsoft Office, Teamworks, Google Apps.
- Licenses: Valid US driver’s license. CPR, AED, and First Aid certification required.
- Communication: Intermediate reading, writing, and speaking ability.
- Math: Basic arithmetic and measurement proficiency.
Other Requirements
- Excellent communication and mentoring skills
- Strong belief in working with young adults
- Commitment to a small, rural liberal arts college environment
Physical Demands
- Stand/Walk: Frequently
- Sit, Handle, Reach: Occasionally
- Lift: Up to 20 lbs occasionally
- Push/Pull: Up to 25 lbs occasionally
- Climb/Crawl: Not applicable
- During season: mix of standing, walking, office tasks, and travel
Work Environment
Work occurs both indoors and outdoors in varied temperatures. Coaches are expected to handle physical and administrative responsibilities, maintain communication, travel for recruiting, and collaborate with departments such as Admissions during the recruiting process.
Benefits Overview
Full-time employees are eligible for medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance. Additional voluntary plans, tuition benefits, relocation allowance, and retirement savings are available. All employees enjoy perks such as:
- Wellness and fitness center access
- University Libraries and Art Galleries
- Lectures, athletic events, and concerts
- Campus dining and bookstore discounts
- Free parking and nature trails
For details, refer to the Employee Handbook and Benefits Hub.
Diversity and Inclusion Statement
DePauw University values diversity and inclusion, ensuring decisions in hiring and admissions are made without regard to race, religion, gender, or other protected statuses. The University actively works to reflect the diversity of society and upholds local, state, and federal regulations regarding equal employment opportunity.
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