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Jeff Parnell becomes co-head coach for Pittsburg softball team

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 13, 2026, 11:32 PM

Last updated Jul 13, 2026

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Summary

Jeff Parnell takes over as co-head coach of the Pittsburg softball program following a successful tenure at Stuart, where he won three state championships. Parnell leaves Stuart after securing titles in fast-pitch for 2022 and 2024 and a slow-pitch championship in 2025. He aims to bring a winning culture to Pittsburg, motivated by a strong desire to support his daughter, Lainey, as she transfers to the new program. Parnell will team up with last season's coach Hannah Guthrie, with the first practice scheduled for Wednesday. He anticipates a competitive season with a talented roster and high expectations for a deep playoff run.

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By the Numbers

•Parnell has led teams to 14 state tournaments in his career.
•Last season, the Lady Panthers went 17-15 in fast-pitch and 18-10 in slow-pitch.
•Pittsburg's first practice under Parnell is scheduled for Wednesday.
•Parnell aims to replicate his previous success and support his daughter's development.

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After winning three state championships at Stuart, Jeff Parnell will take over the softball program at Pittsburg. Parnell departs Stuart following fast-pitch state titles in 2022 and 2024 and winning a slow-pitch championship in 2025. Parnell has led his teams to the state tournament 14 times in his career. Parnell said leaving Stuart wasn’t an easy decision, but the right one. “The five years ...
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