Chattanooga Mocs Head Women's Golf Coach Annie Schmidt has announced the hiring of Shelly Chen as an assistant coach. Chen, a former NCAA Division I golfer with experience at UAB and Charlotte, brings a competitive edge alongside a shared vision for athlete development. Schmidt praised Chen's commitment to the team, hinting at a collaborative goal of achieving competitive excellence while enhancing student-athlete experiences.

By the Numbers
  • Chen secured four top 10 finishes during her college career.
  • She contributed to multiple top 3 finishes for Jacksonville State, including a runner-up spot at the 2025 Conference USA Championships.
State of Play
  • Three Mocs are returning: junior Bella Bugg and sophomores Erin Wells and Rugile Pauliukonyte.
  • New recruits include Elizabeth Jang, Claire Roberts, and Kentucky transfer Maggie Carlson for the 2026-27 season.
What's Next

Expect the team to build on their competitive momentum as they incorporate Chen's coaching into their training. With summer performances already indicating strong potential, the squad will aim for continued success, especially in upcoming tournaments.

Bottom Line

Chen鈥檚 addition to the coaching staff marks a significant strengthening of the Mocs鈥� program, aligning with Schmidt鈥檚 overall vision to foster competitive success and holistic development for the athletes.