Patty Gasso Leads the Way
USA Softball has made a groundbreaking announcement: Patty Gasso will serve as the head coach for the USA Softball Women’s National Team (WNT) during the 2025-2028 quadrennial cycle, which will culminate in the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games. Gasso’s selection marks a pivotal moment for the program as she becomes only the seventh female head coach in the history of the WNT.
This appointment reflects Gasso’s unmatched leadership, extensive experience, and passion for the sport. As one of the most accomplished coaches in college softball, she has consistently raised the bar for excellence. Now, she will bring that same energy and determination to Team USA, striving to reclaim gold on the world’s biggest stage.
Gasso Joins an Elite List of Coaches
Gasso follows in the footsteps of six former female head coaches, a group that includes Rosalie Sorenson (1970), Marge Ricker (1982), Carol Spanks (1987), Shirley Topley (1991), Margie Wright (1998), and Heather Tarr (2021). Her appointment strengthens the legacy of women-led coaching at the international level.
Craig Cress, CEO of USA Softball, expressed his confidence in Gasso’s ability to lead the team to new heights.
A Coaching Career Built on Excellence
Gasso has been a key figure in USA Softball’s development since 2018, when she coached the U.S. Women’s Elite Team at the World Cup of Softball. She has also contributed to various training camps and selection trials, working with top athletes to prepare them for international competition.
For Gasso, leading Team USA represents the highest honor of her career.
Her ability to develop athletes, foster a winning culture, and build dominant teams makes her the ideal leader for Team USA as they prepare for international competition.
Unmatched Success at the Collegiate Level
Currently in her 31st season as head coach of Oklahoma Softball, Gasso has cemented herself as one of the greatest coaches in NCAA history. She recently led the Sooners to their fourth consecutive NCAA National Championship in 2024, making Oklahoma the first program in college softball history to achieve such a feat.
Over her 30-year career, Gasso has accomplished the following:
- Eight NCAA Division I National Championships
- 17 Women’s College World Series (WCWS) appearances
- 15 Big 12 regular season titles
- Nine Big 12 tournament championships
- 1,676 career wins
Following the 2024 NCAA conference realignment, Gasso left her mark on the Big 12 Conference as the all-time winningest coach—across both men’s and women’s sports. Her ability to build dominant programs and sustain success makes her the perfect candidate to lead Team USA on the road to Los Angeles 2028.
What Gasso’s Leadership Means for Team USA
The selection of Patty Gasso as head coach represents a new era for USA Softball. She has consistently demonstrated the ability to develop elite athletes, foster a championship mentality, and win at the highest level. With the Olympics on the horizon, Gasso’s focus will be on building a roster of top-tier talent and preparing the team for international success.
Her coaching philosophy has always emphasized hard work, discipline, and resilience—all qualities that define champions. As she steps into this role, Team USA fans have every reason to be excited about the future of the program.
Final Thoughts on Gasso’s Appointment
With an unrivaled coaching resume and a passion for growing the game, Patty Gasso is poised to lead Team USAback to Olympic glory. Her success at Oklahoma has set the standard for excellence, and now, she will apply that winning formula to the international stage.
As preparations begin for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games, one thing is clear—USA Softball is in great hands.
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