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Knoxville Miracle announces coaching staff for inaugural season in 2027

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 10, 2026, 9:09 PM

Last updated Jun 10, 2026

Knoxville Miracle announces coaching staff for inaugural season in 2027

Summary

The Knoxville Miracle, a new professional softball team, has appointed Craig Snider as head coach and Stephanie Sanders as assistant coach. The announcement was made on June 10, with the team set to compete in the Professional Softball League beginning in 2027. Both coaches previously worked as assistants at the University of Tennessee, where they were part of a successful program that reached multiple Women's College World Series. Their hiring reflects the city’s engagement with softball, bolstered by the existing support for the Lady Vols team. The Miracle aims to enhance the softball community in Knoxville.

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Key Details

•Knoxville Miracle introduces Craig Snider and Stephanie Sanders as coaches.
•Team will compete in the Professional Softball League starting in 2027.
•Snider and Sanders have coaching experience at the University of Tennessee.
•Their hiring reflects Knoxville's strong softball community support.
•The team aims to enhance local engagement and development in softball.

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9:09 PMYahoo Sports — Two former Lady Vols softball assistants to lead Knoxville's new pro team

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The Knoxville Miracle, the city's new professional softball team, hired former Tennessee assistants Craig Snider and Stephanie Sanders.
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