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ATHLETICS > Softball > Coaches

Softball Coaches

Head Coach Donnie Danklefsen


Donnie Danklefsen Donnie Danklefsen begins his fourth year as head coach of the Tri-State softball team and fourth year as assistant coach for the men’s basketball team. Coach Danklefsen graduated from Tri-State University in 2003 with a degree in Sport Management. While at Tri-State, Danklefsen was a member of the men’s basketball team. He was named team captain in the 2002-2003 season and was an emotional leader for the Thunder.   

After graduation Danklefsen completed an internship with a semi-professional basketball league in Los Angeles, California. His responsibilities included organizing stations and assisting with scouting. Danklefsen also coached a fifth grade basketball team for three years. 

Coach Danklefsen believes that teamwork, having fun, working hard, a positive attitude, and putting the team first are keys to success that he hopes to instill in the Thunder softball program.