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Koons resigns as ACU head softball coach
By KTAB/KRBC at BigCountryHomepage (KTAB/KRBC) - Sports
· June 16, 2026
· 1 min read
ABILENE, Texas (BCH Sports) - Abilene Christian University has announced ACU softball head coach Jo Koons has resigned from her position after two seasons leading the Wildcats' program to pursue other professional opportunities. We appreciate Coach Koons' service and commitment to ACU during her ...
Key takeaway We appreciate Coach Koons' service and commitment to ACU during her time leading our softball program, ACU vice president for athletics Zack Lassiter said.
Why this matters in Abilene News
The resignation of Jo Koons as ACU's head softball coach comes at a pivotal time for the university's athletic department, which has been working to bolster its programs and competitiveness. With Koons' departure, the focus will now shift to finding a suitable replacement who can build on the foundation established during her two-season tenure. The new coach will face the challenge of navigating the competitive landscape of college softball in Texas, where programs like the University of Texas and Texas Tech have historically dominated. As ACU searches for Koons' successor, the university's athletic administration will be closely watched by the Abilene community, which has a strong affinity for the Wildcats' sports teams. The hiring process will be crucial in determining the trajectory of the softball program and its ability to attract and retain top talent in the region.
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Published: June 16, 2026 ·
Source: BigCountryHomepage (KTAB/KRBC) - Sports ·
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What is this story about? ABILENE, Texas (BCH Sports) - Abilene Christian University has announced ACU softball head coach Jo Koons has resigned from her position after two seasons leading the Wildcats' program to pursue other professional opportunities. We appreciate Coach Koons' service and commitment to ACU during her ...
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