Description: About King University Founded in 1867, King University is a comprehensive Christian university located in Bristol, Tennessee. King is dedicated to providing students with a rich and rigorous academic experience that integrates faith, learning, and service in a close-knit, student-centered community. The Graduate Assistant (GA) for King Softball is a vital part of the coaching staff at King University helping in all sides of the program while pursuing a graduate degree. This individual will support the Head Coach in planning and executing bullpens, recruiting, organize gear in locker room, assist in field maintenance, administrative tasks, and fostering a positive team environment.
Preferred Qualifications: • Bachelor's degree required; acceptance into a graduate program at King University required. • Collegiate playing experience or previous coaching experience preferred. • Knowledge of Fastpitch pitching fundamentals, strategy, and NCAA rules. • Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills. • Ability to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends. • Valid driver’s license and ability to travel with the team
Responsibilities: Coaching & Player Development • Assist with planning and leading practices, drills, and skill development sessions. • Provide one-on-one and group instruction to student-athletes. • Support in-game coaching, bench management, and tactical adjustments. • Assist with video breakdown and performance analysis. Recruiting • Help find and evaluate prospective student-athletes. • Maintain correspondence with recruits and their families in compliance with institutional and conference guidelines. • Help with organizing and executing official/unofficial campus visits. • Recruit at high school, travel ball camps, and tournaments Administrative Duties • Coordinate team logistics with Head Coach • Assist with equipment management and inventory. • Help maintain compliance with NCAA and institutional policies. • Organize and manage team documents, schedules, and reports. • Serve as Academic Liaison • Bat testing at all home events Academic & Team Support • Monitor and support academic progress of student-athletes. • Promote a culture of discipline, accountability, and teamwork. • Participate in community outreach and team-building events.
Language: Proficiency in written and spoken English required
Hours: 20 Hours/week
Campus: Bristol, TN
Description: About King University Founded in 1867, King University is a comprehensive Christian university located in Bristol, Tennessee. King is dedicated to providing students with a rich and rigorous academic experience that integrates faith, learning, and service in a close-knit, student-centered community. The Graduate Assistant (GA) for King Softball is a vital part of the coaching staff at King University helping in all sides of the program while pursuing a graduate degree. This individual will support the Head Coach in planning and executing bullpens, recruiting, organize gear in locker room, assist in field maintenance, administrative tasks, and fostering a positive team environment.
Preferred Qualifications: • Bachelor's degree required; acceptance into a graduate program at King University required. • Collegiate playing experience or previous coaching experience preferred. • Knowledge of Fastpitch pitching fundamentals, strategy, and NCAA rules. • Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills. • Ability to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends. • Valid driver’s license and ability to travel with the team
Responsibilities: Coaching & Player Development • Assist with planning and leading practices, drills, and skill development sessions. • Provide one-on-one and group instruction to student-athletes. • Support in-game coaching, bench management, and tactical adjustments. • Assist with video breakdown and performance analysis. Recruiting • Help find and evaluate prospective student-athletes. • Maintain correspondence with recruits and their families in compliance with institutional and conference guidelines. • Help with organizing and executing official/unofficial campus visits. • Recruit at high school, travel ball camps, and tournaments Administrative Duties • Coordinate team logistics with Head Coach • Assist with equipment management and inventory. • Help maintain compliance with NCAA and institutional policies. • Organize and manage team documents, schedules, and reports. • Serve as Academic Liaison • Bat testing at all home events Academic & Team Support • Monitor and support academic progress of student-athletes. • Promote a culture of discipline, accountability, and teamwork. • Participate in community outreach and team-building events.
Language: Proficiency in written and spoken English required
Hours: 20 Hours/week
Campus: Bristol, TN
Apply NowKing University record compared to the conference
| School | Conference | Overall | RPI | APR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of North Carolina at Pembroke | 13–5 | 22–21 | — | — |
| University of Mount Olive | 13–7 | 23–17 | — | — |
| Southern Wesleyan University | 11–5 | 24–10 | — | — |
| King University | 10–7 | 23–18 | — | — |
| North Greenville University | 10–8 | 25–16 | — | — |
| Emmanuel University (Georgia) | 9–9 | 16–21 | — | — |
| Young Harris College | 8–10 | 17–21 | — | — |
| Converse University | 8–8 | 16–24 | — | — |
| Chowan University | 7–6 | 16–19 | — | — |
| Shorter University | 7–11 | 10–25 | — | — |
| Belmont Abbey College | 6–9 | 19–18 | — | — |
| Barton College | 5–11 | 17–19 | — | — |
| Erskine College | 2–13 | 6–27 | — | — |
| Lees-McRae College | 1–15 | 7–31 | — | — |
| Ferrum College | — | — | — | — |
| Francis Marion University | 0–0 | 0–0 | — | — |
King University past performance
| Season | Head Coach | Assistant Coach | Conference | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-2026 |
Kyleigh Payne |
– | – | |
| 2024-2025 |
Kyleigh Payne |
10–7 | 23–18 | |
| 2023-2024 |
Kyleigh Payne |
– | – | |
| 2022-2023 |
Kyleigh Payne |
– | 36–24 | |
| 2021-2022 |
Jake Cockerham |
– | 42–17 | |
| 2020-2021 |
Jake Cockerham |
– | 25–16 | |
| 2019-2020 |
Jake Cockerham |
– | 11–13 | |
| 2018-2019 |
Jake Cockerham |
– | 31–21 |
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