Indiana University Athletics
Softball Announces New Staff Roles for Wagner, Huber
8/31/2016 3:37:00 PM | Softball
BLOOMINGTON, Ind. – Indiana Softball has announced two new staff roles for program alums as Amanda Wagner (2010-13) has been named volunteer assistant coach and Michelle Huber (2013-16) is serving as graduate assistant.
Wagner has been with the coaching staff the last three seasons as both a student and graduate assistant.
"Amanda is now going into her eighth season with the program as both a player and graduate assistant," said head coach Michelle Gardner. "She obviously is a tremendous addition as a volunteer assistant with a vast knowledge of the game and a true passion for IU Softball."
Wagner joined the Indiana coaching staff after an illustrious playing career that saw her three times be named Second Team All-Big Ten. In her senior season, she hit .423, good for third-best in a single year in program history, on her way to NFCA Second Team All-Region accolades. In addition, Wagner sits fifth all-time at IU in career RBI with 101.
"Eight years ago, I committed to Indiana and truly believed in Coach Gardner's vision for this program," said Wagner. "I was fortunate enough to have worn the Indiana jersey and obtain two degrees, but my experience as a student-athlete and graduate assistant have truly shaped me into the person I am today. I am very excited to step into this new role as a volunteer assistant and help continue to grow the program."
Huber, who concluded her Indiana playing career in May, was a three-time Academic All-Big Ten selection and twice earned Big Ten Player of the Week accolades. She finished the 2016 campaign second on the team in home runs, including a stretch of four homers in the last six games of the season. Additionally, the Carmel, Ind. native set career highs in RBI (24), runs (23) and walks (15).
"After just finishing up her playing career, Michelle truly knows what it means to be an IU Softball player," said Gardner. "She will be a tremendous asset to us as she assists in day-to-day operations of the program."
During her time as a graduate assistant, Huber will pursue her Masters degree in Sport Marketing.
"I am very excited to continue my education while being a part of the IU Softball team as a graduate assistant," said Huber. "I look forward to helping the team in any way I can. I am extremely grateful for this opportunity and can't wait for the season to get started."
Wagner has been with the coaching staff the last three seasons as both a student and graduate assistant.
"Amanda is now going into her eighth season with the program as both a player and graduate assistant," said head coach Michelle Gardner. "She obviously is a tremendous addition as a volunteer assistant with a vast knowledge of the game and a true passion for IU Softball."
Wagner joined the Indiana coaching staff after an illustrious playing career that saw her three times be named Second Team All-Big Ten. In her senior season, she hit .423, good for third-best in a single year in program history, on her way to NFCA Second Team All-Region accolades. In addition, Wagner sits fifth all-time at IU in career RBI with 101.
"Eight years ago, I committed to Indiana and truly believed in Coach Gardner's vision for this program," said Wagner. "I was fortunate enough to have worn the Indiana jersey and obtain two degrees, but my experience as a student-athlete and graduate assistant have truly shaped me into the person I am today. I am very excited to step into this new role as a volunteer assistant and help continue to grow the program."
Huber, who concluded her Indiana playing career in May, was a three-time Academic All-Big Ten selection and twice earned Big Ten Player of the Week accolades. She finished the 2016 campaign second on the team in home runs, including a stretch of four homers in the last six games of the season. Additionally, the Carmel, Ind. native set career highs in RBI (24), runs (23) and walks (15).
"After just finishing up her playing career, Michelle truly knows what it means to be an IU Softball player," said Gardner. "She will be a tremendous asset to us as she assists in day-to-day operations of the program."
During her time as a graduate assistant, Huber will pursue her Masters degree in Sport Marketing.
"I am very excited to continue my education while being a part of the IU Softball team as a graduate assistant," said Huber. "I look forward to helping the team in any way I can. I am extremely grateful for this opportunity and can't wait for the season to get started."
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