The Oklahoma Christian Eagles softball coaching staff, led by head coach Shalee Rodriguez and her assistants, has been named the 2026 ATEC/NFCA South Central Region Coaching Staff of the Year. They achieved this recognition after setting a program record with 43 wins in a single season (43-16), including a standout performance in regional play. The team also made it to the Super Regional, defeating the top seed Colorado Christian. Rodriguez praised her team's commitment, emphasizing the staff's dedication to developing the players both on and off the field.

By the Numbers
  • Oklahoma Christian finished the season with a record of 43-16.
  • The team set program records with 364 runs, 571 hits, and 325 RBIs.
State of Play
  • The Eagles swept regional play and advanced to the Super Regional for the second time in three seasons.
  • The team consistently ranked in the NFCA/GoRout DII Top 25 Coaches Poll, peaking at No. 12 and finishing the regular season at No. 22.
What's Next

The coaching staff will now be in contention for the NFCA Division II National Coaching Staff of the Year award, with the announcement expected on June 15.

Bottom Line

This recognition underscores the achievements of Oklahoma Christian's softball program, highlighting both their competitive success and their commitment to player development. The honor reflects the collective effort of the coaching staff and their impact on the student-athletes.