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Tennessee softball promotes Aubrey Leach to assistant coach

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Last updated Jun 15, 2026

Tennessee softball promotes Aubrey Leach to assistant coach

Summary

On June 15, Tennessee softball coach Karen Weekly announced the promotion of Aubrey Leach-Gartner to assistant coach, filling the last vacancy on her staff. Leach-Gartner previously served as the director of player development after spending three seasons as a graduate assistant while attending law school. Her new role follows the departures of Craig Snider and Stephanie Snider, who left to coach the Knoxville Miracle, a new professional team. Leach has been part of Tennessee's staff during a highly successful stretch, including three SEC championships and multiple appearances in the Women's College World Series semifinals. She emphasized her commitment to furthering the Lady Vol legacy in her new position.

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•Aubrey Leach promoted from director of player development to assistant coach.
•Karen Weekly's staff now includes Ehren Earleywine and Megan Rhodes Smith in new roles.
•Leach has been part of a successful stretch for Tennessee softball, with SEC titles and WCWS appearances.
•Leach played at Tennessee from 2016-19 and has professional experience.
•She is part of the U.S. national team pool ahead of the 2028 Olympics.

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