@MizzouSoftball Adds Sara Michalowski to Coaching Staff
6/18/2018 2:05:00 PM | Softball
Michalowski also served on Coach Anderson’s staff at Hofstra
COLUMBIA, Mo. – New Mizzou Softball head coach Larissa Anderson announced the first addition to her coaching staff Monday, as Sara Michalowski will serve as an assistant coach for the Tigers. Michalowski was also an assistant coach under Anderson at Hofstra the past two seasons (2017-18).
"I'm beyond thrilled to have Sara join us at Mizzou," Coach Anderson exclaimed. "She has the passion, knowledge, dedication and work ethic I'm looking for with an addition to our staff. Sara had an outstanding playing career at Hofstra and joined our coaching staff two years ago. She played a valuable role in the program winning a conference championship with her ability to effectively teach all facets of the game. Sara is a bright new mind in the collegiate softball world and we're lucky to have her at Mizzou!"
"I'm so excited to be joining the Mizzou Softball family and be a part of a long standing tradition of success," Michalowski said. "I'm ready to jump on board and work hard to help continue to grow and guide these student-athletes in a positive direction. I'm looking forward to seeing what the future holds for the Mizzou Softball program!"
Michalowski and Anderson recently garnered 2018 NFCA Division I Northeast Region Coaching Staff of the Year honors for their outstanding campaign at Hofstra. The duo helped guide the Pride to a 41-14 record with a Colonial Athletic Association (CAA) Championship and a trip to the NCAA Regionals. The impressive 2018 season concluded with a No. 24 ranking, marking Hofstra's first appearance in the national polls since 2013.
Michalowski specialized in the development of the Hofstra infielders this past season, as the collective unit achieved two NFCA Northeast All-Region recognitions and two All-CAA accolades. As a team, the 2018 Pride set new all-time program records in total home runs (70), runs scored (334) and RBI (315).
Prior to joining the coaching ranks, Michalowski enjoyed a standout four-year playing career with Hofstra (2008-11). She jumped onto the scene with a 2008 First-Team All-CAA freshman campaign, starring both at the plate and in the circle for the Pride. Michalowski concluded her collegiate career with back to back NFCA All-Northeast Region Second-Team honors and a 2011 CAA Player of the Year award.
As one of the Pride's premier players, Michalowski aided the team to CAA Championships and NCAA Regional appearances in 2008 and 2010. She left the program ranked top-10 in individual career home runs and RBI.
Michalowski is a native of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, where she starred for Archbishop Ryan High School prior to joining Hofstra. She was a three-time team MVP and earned First-Team All-Pennsylvania and First-Team All-Southeastern Pennsylvania accolades over her illustrious career. In her 2007 senior campaign, Michalowski was a dual threat, hitting .487 with 11 doubles, three triples and four home runs at the plate and tallying a minuscule 0.74 ERA in the circle.
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"I'm beyond thrilled to have Sara join us at Mizzou," Coach Anderson exclaimed. "She has the passion, knowledge, dedication and work ethic I'm looking for with an addition to our staff. Sara had an outstanding playing career at Hofstra and joined our coaching staff two years ago. She played a valuable role in the program winning a conference championship with her ability to effectively teach all facets of the game. Sara is a bright new mind in the collegiate softball world and we're lucky to have her at Mizzou!"
"I'm so excited to be joining the Mizzou Softball family and be a part of a long standing tradition of success," Michalowski said. "I'm ready to jump on board and work hard to help continue to grow and guide these student-athletes in a positive direction. I'm looking forward to seeing what the future holds for the Mizzou Softball program!"
.@CoachLarissaA has added the first member of her new coaching staff. Help us officially welcome to #Mizzou, new assistant coach @s_mick11!
— Mizzou Softball (@MizzouSoftball) June 18, 2018
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Michalowski and Anderson recently garnered 2018 NFCA Division I Northeast Region Coaching Staff of the Year honors for their outstanding campaign at Hofstra. The duo helped guide the Pride to a 41-14 record with a Colonial Athletic Association (CAA) Championship and a trip to the NCAA Regionals. The impressive 2018 season concluded with a No. 24 ranking, marking Hofstra's first appearance in the national polls since 2013.
Michalowski specialized in the development of the Hofstra infielders this past season, as the collective unit achieved two NFCA Northeast All-Region recognitions and two All-CAA accolades. As a team, the 2018 Pride set new all-time program records in total home runs (70), runs scored (334) and RBI (315).
Prior to joining the coaching ranks, Michalowski enjoyed a standout four-year playing career with Hofstra (2008-11). She jumped onto the scene with a 2008 First-Team All-CAA freshman campaign, starring both at the plate and in the circle for the Pride. Michalowski concluded her collegiate career with back to back NFCA All-Northeast Region Second-Team honors and a 2011 CAA Player of the Year award.
As one of the Pride's premier players, Michalowski aided the team to CAA Championships and NCAA Regional appearances in 2008 and 2010. She left the program ranked top-10 in individual career home runs and RBI.
Michalowski is a native of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, where she starred for Archbishop Ryan High School prior to joining Hofstra. She was a three-time team MVP and earned First-Team All-Pennsylvania and First-Team All-Southeastern Pennsylvania accolades over her illustrious career. In her 2007 senior campaign, Michalowski was a dual threat, hitting .487 with 11 doubles, three triples and four home runs at the plate and tallying a minuscule 0.74 ERA in the circle.
Visit MUTigers.com for the latest information on all things Mizzou Softball. You can also find the Tigers on social media by liking us on Facebook (University of Missouri Softball Team) and following us on Twitter and Instagram (@MizzouSoftball).
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