Madi Eberle joins the softball coaching staff in August 2026 as the pitching coach, bringing Division I coaching experience, a strong pitching development background and a student-athlete centered approach to player development.
Eberle previously served as an assistant coach at Murray State University from 2024-26, where she led the development of the Racers’ pitching staff through individualized bullpen plans, mechanical instruction, mental-performance training and game preparation. She also coordinated training and recovery plans, scouting reports, opponent analysis and video-based performance evaluation.
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She coached Bre Haislip to a 2026 All-Missouri Valley Conference (MVC) Second Team honor after posting a 3.09 ERA with an 11-8 record across 32 appearances and 21 starts. The 2026 season ended with a MVC runner up finish in the Tournament. Among the MVC, the Racers’ pitching staff concluded the 2026 season third in ERA (3.77), shutouts (6) and WHIP (1.48).
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In addition to her collegiate coaching experience, Eberle has worked as a pitching instructor since 2022. She provides individualized instruction to athletes, including personalized workouts and schedules developed in partnership.
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A four-year softball student-athlete at Southern Illinois University (SIU), Eberle earned MVC MVP honors in 2023 and was named MVC Scholar-Athlete in 2023 and 2024. She was a member of the Dean’s List for all eight semesters of her undergraduate career.
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Eberle earned her bachelor’s degree in exercise science from SIU in 2024, with a minor in American Sign Language. She is currently pursuing a Master of Science in Human Development and Leadership at Murray State. She holds certifications as an NSCA Certified Personal Trainer in CPR, AED and First Aid.
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