Winthrop’s softball team has a lot to look forward to with the addition of Jamie Morgan as the new assistant coach. Head Coach Windy Thees considers Morgan a perfect fit for the program.
“I consider Jamie to be focused, smart, driven, and loyal. Jamie is unafraid to get in the trenches with the athletes to help them become their best selves. I look forward to having Jamie’s knowledge of all facets of the game in the office and on the field,” Thees said.
Having played under Thees at Ole Miss in 2014, their dynamic coming into the season will strengthen the team’s comradery.
Morgan has been both a player and a coach for this sport. Before playing two years at Ole Miss, she helped to lead Phoenix College to a championship title in 2011. Morgan was a batting instructor at Scottsdale Batting Cages while also coaching at Desert Mountain High School with the freshmen team and assisting with the varsity team. Seeing both sides of this sport helps her connect better with the players and offers versatile viewpoints for the coaching staff. This impressive resume at such a young age made Morgan as easy choice for this position.
The team shares the same enthusiasm that Thees has for Morgan. Lady Eagle Brooke Ellison spoke highly of Morgan and this upcoming season. “I think I speak for myself and the entire team when I say Coach Jamie brings an intensity and young perspective that excites us for this upcoming season. I am excited for the future of Winthrop softball and I can not wait to play for her and Coach Thees.” Ellison was out last year due to injury but is expected to have a huge impact coming back this year with the help of her coaching staff.
Head Coach Thees is also a new addition to the Women’s softball roster, having joined in July. This new coaching duo will bring a fresh mindset and determination to the Eagles as they try to improve their overall record from last year (17-32).
Contributors: Lulu Jennings