Abilene Christian hires Larry Hays as new softball head coach
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 23, 2026, 8:34 PM
Last updated Jun 23, 2026
Abilene Christian University appointed Larry Hays as its next head softball coach on June 23, 2026. Hays, the all-time winningest Texas Tech baseball coach, replaces Jo Koons, who resigned. With nearly four decades of coaching experience, Hays has a remarkable track record in both baseball and softball, including leading Colorado Christian to multiple NCAA tournament appearances. His professional journey includes notable success at Lubbock Christian University and Texas Tech, where he achieved significant milestones and received numerous accolades throughout his career.
- •Hays becomes the eighth head coach in ACU softball history.
- •He led Texas Tech baseball to two conference championships and nine NCAA appearances.
- •At Colorado Christian, Hays achieved a 394-91-4 record over nine seasons.
- •He is a member of multiple baseball halls of fame for his coaching achievements.
- •Hays aims to align ACU softball with the university's mission of Christian service.
- 8:34 PMYahoo Sports — ACU hires Texas Tech baseball legend as next softball coach
"ACU announced that it has hired former Texas Tech baseball coach Larry Hays, the Red Raiders' all-time wins leader, as their next softball head coach.
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