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Pensacola State College Appoints Caroline Powell as Head Softball Coach
Pensacola State College names Caroline Powell as Pirates head softball coach WKRG
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Key points
- Caroline Powell has been named head softball coach at Pensacola State College.
- The appointment aims to enhance the Pirates softball program.
- This change is anticipated to bring new direction and energy to the team.
NewsWK — Pensacola State College has officially named Caroline Powell as the new head coach for the Pirates softball team. This decision is expected to bring fresh energy and direction to the program as it looks to build on its past successes.
Powell, who has served as PSC’s assistant coach and Sports Information Director since September 2016, steps into the head position with a decade of institutional experience and a strong track record of player development.
Key Details of the Appointment
- Stepping Up at PSC: Powell served 10 years as an assistant coach under former head coach Lyndsey Angus. During her tenure, she managed recruiting, player development, practice planning, scouting, and athletic department communications.
- On-Field Success: With Powell on staff, the Pirates captured two Panhandle Conference Championships and developed 50 All-Panhandle Conference selections, 10 FCSAA All-State selections, two NJCAA All-Americans, and a two-time FCSAA State Player of the Year.
- Community & Culture: Beyond coaching, Powell is known across the PSC campus for her philanthropic involvement with the Pensacola State College Foundation, frequently advocating for student-athlete development and character-building beyond athletics.
Key Profile & Background: Caroline Powell
| Category | Career Details |
| Playing Experience | Played at Palm Beach Community College before transferring to Samford University for her final two seasons (BS in Physical Education). |
| Graduate & NCAA Experience | Earned her Master’s in Sport Studies (Sport Psychology focus) at the University of Tennessee, serving as a graduate assistant manager for the Lady Vols. |
| International Head Coach | Head Coach for Olympia Haarlem in the Netherlands top professional league for 5 seasons, leading them to 3 playoff runs and developing 7 Dutch National Team players. |
| NJCAA Success | Assistant coach at Chattanooga State (3rd place finish at the NJCAA Tournament) and Highland Community College (Region VI Champions). |
| Tenure at PSC | Joined PSC in 2016, leading player development, defensive instruction, mental conditioning, and sports information duties. |
A Community Standard: Beyond her work on the diamond, Coach Powell is recognized on campus for her involvement with the PSC Foundation, funding endowed student scholarships and supporting student-athlete development across all sports.
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Based on reporting originally published by WKRG News 5. Read the original story.
