Olivia Schmidt has been appointed as the new assistant coach for the University of Houston Women's Golf team, pending approval from the UH System Board of Regents. With a rich history as a player and previous assistant coach at ULM, Schmidt emphasizes the importance of building relationships to foster player success. Head Coach Rachel Pollock praised Schmidt's strong leadership skills and winning track record, noting her five college victories and professional experience. Schmidt aims to leverage her passion and strategic insight to elevate the team.

By the Numbers
  • Schmidt is the sixth assistant coach in the program's history.
  • She had five college wins and was a three-time All-Sun Belt Conference honoree.
  • Schmidt set the Arkansas State scoring average record at 73.85 and achieved a personal best of 65.
State of Play
  • Schmidt recently served as an assistant coach at ULM, where she helped secure the Sun Belt Conference team title.
  • Under her guidance, ULM advanced to the NCAA Tallahassee Regional, marking a historical achievement for the program.
What's Next

With Schmidt's background and experience, the University of Houston Women's Golf team expects to enhance its competitiveness in upcoming tournaments. As she transitions into her coaching role, her focus will be on player development and achieving team accolades in the coming seasons.

Bottom Line

Olivia Schmidt's appointment as assistant coach brings a wealth of experience, both as a successful player and a coach, signaling a promising future for the University of Houston Women's Golf team. Her commitment to fostering relationships and development could lead to significant advancements and victories for the program.