Jenna Hall named new head coach of Illinois softball program
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 2, 2026, 2:47 PM
Last updated Jun 2, 2026
Jenna Hall has been appointed as the new head coach for the Illinois softball team, announced on June 2. A former standout player for the Illini, Hall previously led Ohio to a 138-86 record over four seasons, including a MAC Coach of the Year honor in 2023 and 2025. She will receive a five-year contract, pending approval at the University of Illinois Board of Trustees meeting in July. Hall expressed her gratitude for the opportunity to return to her alma mater, where she held several offensive records as a player.
- •Jenna Hall takes over as Illinois softball's third-ever head coach.
- •She coached Ohio to at least 30 wins each season for four years.
- •Hall played for Illinois from 2003-06, setting multiple offensive records.
- •Her contract is pending approval at the July board meeting.
- 2:47 PMYahoo Sports — Jenna Hall named Illini softball coach
"Jun. 2—CHAMPAIGN — Former Illinois softball standout Jenna Hall will be back at Eichelberger Field next spring leading the program as the Illini's third ever coach. Hall's hire was announced Tuesday morning. The former Illinois All-American and Illinois Hall of Fame member will receive a five-year contract, pending approval at July's UI Board of Trustees meeting. "We are thrilled to welcome ...
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