Assistant Softball Coach

IMG Academy•Bradenton, FL

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Coach, Softball supports the Head Softball Coach in all aspects of the softball program, including player development, practice and game preparation, team operations, recruiting support, and fostering a positive, disciplined, and competitive team culture. This role contributes to the overall growth of student-athletes both on and off the field while ensuring alignment with organizational standards, player well-being, and competitive excellence.

Requirements

Strong knowledge of softball fundamentals, coaching techniques, and player development strategies
Experience playing, coaching, or managing softball at the collegiate, club, amateur, or professional level
Bachelor’s degree in Physical Education, Sports Management, Business Administration, or a related sports/business field preferred, or equivalent experience
Strong commitment to the development and well-being of student-athletes
Ability to work collaboratively within a team-oriented and high-performance environment
Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced athletic setting

Nice To Haves

Experience developing elite or nationally ranked softball players or teams
Knowledge of softball analytics, video breakdown, and performance technology platforms
Experience with recruiting and college placement processes
Bilingual preferred
CPR Certification preferred
Valid driver’s license with ability to travel for tournaments, games, showcases, and recruiting events
Experience working camps, clinics, and player development programs

Responsibilities

Assist with planning, organizing, and conducting high-quality softball practices, training sessions, and player development programs
Support the development of student-athletes’ softball-specific skills including hitting, pitching, catching, fielding, baserunning, strength, conditioning, and game strategy
Provide position-specific instruction and individualized coaching to support athlete growth and performance progression
Assist with game preparation, opponent scouting, in-game coaching, and post-game evaluations
Utilize softball technology, video analysis, and performance tools to support athlete development and competitive preparation
Collaborate with Strength & Conditioning, Sports Medicine, Mental Performance, and academic staff to support holistic student-athlete development
Maintain open, two-way communication with student-athletes and parents/guardians regarding athletic progress, goals, development plans, academics, and overall campus life
Serve as a mentor and educator by promoting leadership, accountability, teamwork, discipline, resilience, and positive life habits among student-athletes
Continuously evaluate the athletic, academic, and emotional development of each student-athlete and collaborate with leadership to ensure appropriate support resources are provided
Assist student-athletes throughout the college recruiting and placement process as needed
Guide student-athletes through tournament and competition preparation including scheduling, travel logistics, pre-game readiness, post-game review, and performance benchmarks
Develop and maintain a strong understanding of softball training equipment, analytics, instructional methodologies, and technology utilized within the program
Assist with player recruitment, retention, and talent evaluation efforts
Collaborate with leadership to regularly review and improve program structure, training content, player development strategies, and operational effectiveness
Support softball camps, clinics, showcases, recruiting events, and special departmental initiatives
Travel with teams for games, tournaments, showcases, and recruiting events as needed
Assist with equipment management, field setup and maintenance, uniform distribution, and inventory control
Ensure compliance with all organizational policies, procedures, safety standards, NCAA recruiting guidelines, and codes of conduct
Perform other duties as assigned