Diana Pepin
Willimantic
Summary
Accomplished Head Softball Coach with record of 603 wins and 337losses. Competitive and focused leader dedicated to putting together first-rate coaching staff to drive team and program towards success. Prepared to offer 24 years' experience to demanding position. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Softball Coach
Eastern Connecticut State University
08.2001 - Current
- Facilitated open communication between coaching staff members to ensure consistent messaging to players regarding expectations and performance feedback.
- Recruited talented student-athletes, contributing to a stronger and more competitive team roster.
- Implemented policies for checking academic eligibility before and during time on team.
- Created an inclusive team culture that embraced diversity in backgrounds, skills, and perspectives among student athletes.
- Improved overall team ranking by focusing on individual skill development and emphasizing teamwork.
- Led team to multiple playoff appearances and conference championships through dedication to continuous improvement and a relentless pursuit of excellence.
- 24-year record 603 wins against 337 losses 3 tie
NFCA Coaching Regional Coaching Staff of Year 2022, 2019, 2011, 2010
Coached 14 NFCA All- Americans
Coached 51 NFCA Regional All- Americans
NCAA Tournament Participant
2024, 2023, 2022,2021,2019,2015,2012,2011,2010,2009, 2008
NCAA SUPER REGIONAL CHAMPIONS 2022, 2019, 2011 & 2010
National Championship Tournament 2022, 2019, 2011 & 2010
NCAA 5th place finish in the Nation in 2022, 2011
NCAA 3rd place in 2019, & 2010
NCAA Statistical leader in pitching with an ERA 1.22 in 2022 season
NCAA highest winning percentage (1st of 408 schools) for Division III. Set record for 40 game win streak, 2nd in NCAA history 2012 - Little East Conference (LEC) Regular Season Record 265-85 (74 winning %)
LEC Tournament Participant 24 CONSECUTIVE YEARS
LEC CHAMPIONS 2025, 2023, 2022, 2017, 2015, 2014, 2013, 2012, 2011, 2010,2008 (10 Championships)
LEC TOURNAMENT CHAMPIONS 2024, 2022, 2021, 2019, 2015, 2012, 2011, 2010 (8)
Coached 85 LEC All-Conference players
Coached 8 LEC Pitchers of the Year
Coached 9 LEC Player of the Year
Coached 8 LEC Most Outstanding Players
LEC Coach of the Year 2025, 2023, 2022, 2013, 2012, 2010, 2008 & 2006
Connecticut Scholastic and Collegiate Softball Hall of Fame inductee 2017
ECAC COACH OF THE YEAR 2012 & 2010
Aquatics Director
Eastern Connecticut State University
09.2002 - 05.2018
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Supervised aquatic staff and administered performance evaluations to communicate expectations .
- Collaborated with cross-functional staff to enrich aquatic programs by coordinating schedule with general program operations.
Education
Master of Science - Health And Physical Education
Central Connecticut State University
05.2004
Bachelor of Science - Physical Education And Coaching
Eastern Connecticut State University
05.1999
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Eastern Connecticut State University
05.1992
Skills
- NCAA Regulations
- Program Leadership
- Alumni Engagement
- Critical Thinking
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Player Evaluations
- Recruiting Strategies
- Practice Management
- Program Fundraising
- Motivational techniques
- Practice management
- Equipment management
- Game management
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Aquatics Director
Eastern Connecticut State University
09.2002 - 05.2018
Head Softball Coach
Eastern Connecticut State University
08.2001 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Physical Education And Coaching
Eastern Connecticut State University
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Eastern Connecticut State University
Master of Science - Health And Physical Education
Central Connecticut State University
Life long learner of the game
I have taken many National Fast-pitch Coaches Association courses on pitching, hitting, and mental health. I have also served on the board of directors for the NFCA for 4 years. I have presented at the World Softball Convention at Mohegan Sun on Hitting and Winning with your Culture. I take great pride in staying current in the every changing landscape of coaching.
References
Lori Runksmeier
Athletic Director
Eastern Connecticut State University
Willimantic, CT 06226
(603) 340-3292 Cell
Janae Shirley
Head Softball Coach/SWA
ETBU
jshirley@etbu.edu
(903) 923-2240 Office
(903) 407-0492 Cell
Patrick Murphy
University of Alabama (SEC)
Head Softball Coach
Tuscaloosa, AL 35487
(205) 348-3660
Heather Stone
Western Connecticut State University (LEC)
Head Softball Coach
Danbury, CT 06810
(203) 837-9019 Work
(203) 947-5530 Cell
Life long learner of the game
I have taken many National Fast-pitch Coaches Association courses on pitching, hitting, and mental health. I have also served on the board of directors for the NFCA for 4 years. I have presented at the World Softball Convention at Mohegan Sun on Hitting and Winning with your Culture. I take great pride in staying current in the every changing landscape of coaching.
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