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UNC Wilmington is expected to name Ashley Wade as the program’s new head coach, sources confirmed to Extra Inning Softball.
Wade spent the last seven seasons on staff at Northern Illinois, ending her tenure with the title of Associate Head Coach. She was part of the coaching staff that led the Huskies to a MAC West divisional title in 2016.
This will be her first career head coaching position.
Prior to joining the NIU staff, Wade spent one season on staff at Northwestern Oklahoma State as the Rangers’ hitting coach. Her resume also includes stints on staff at Coppin State and Stevenson, her alma mater.
UNC Wilmington ended the 2022 season with a 32-15 overall record, an 11-8 showing in conference play, and a CAA tournament title that led to a berth in the NCAA tournament.