Jen Steele, a former all-American softball player at Longwood University, enters her first year as the head coach of the Randolph College Softball Team.

Prior to coming to Randolph, Steele served as the assistant softball coach at Smith College in Massachusetts, where she earned a master’s degree in exercise and sports studies. Steele’s coaching experience also includes working as an assistant coach for the Fire & Ice 18 and under club team in Sterling, Virginia, as well as working as a clinician at numerous camps and clinics throughout Virginia and Massachusetts.

Steele was a four-year starter for the Longwood University Lancers. A stand-out as a pitcher, designated hitter, and third baseman, Steele was named the Carolinas-Virginia Conference (CVAC) Freshman of the Year as well as a two-time first-team All-CVAC honoree. Steele’s accolades also include NCAA Division I All-American and All-Academic recognition. Steele graduated from Longwood with a degree in communication studies.

In addition to her coaching responsibilities, Steele will also teach classes in the College’s Physical Education Department.