ABILENE, Texas (BCH Sports) - Larry Hays, who has accomplished nearly everything possible in 49 years of leading college programs, has been hired as Abilene Christian University's head softball coach, vice president for athletics Zack Lassiter announced on Tuesday. Hays spent 38 seasons as the he...
Key takeaway Hays spent 38 seasons as the head baseball coach at Lubbock Christian (1971-86) and Texas Tech [...
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The hiring of Larry Hays as Abilene Christian University's head softball coach brings a wealth of experience to the program. With 49 years of leading college programs under his belt, Hays' expertise will likely have a significant impact on the team's performance. His background in baseball, having spent 38 seasons as the head baseball coach at Lubbock Christian and Texas Tech, may also influence his approach to softball. As the ACU softball team looks to improve, Hays' hiring could be a key factor in attracting top talent to the program, potentially boosting the university's reputation in the sports community. The move may also generate interest among local softball enthusiasts, who will be watching to see how Hays' leadership style translates to the sport. With his impressive track record, Hays' tenure at ACU is likely to be closely followed by the Abilene community.
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Published: June 23, 2026 ·
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What is this story about? ABILENE, Texas (BCH Sports) - Larry Hays, who has accomplished nearly everything possible in 49 years of leading college programs, has been hired as Abilene Christian University's head softball coach, vice president for athletics Zack Lassiter announced on Tuesday. Hays spent 38 seasons as the he...
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