By: Grambling State Athletics
GRAMBLING, La. | Grambling State University announced a change in leadership of its softball program on Tuesday afternooon.
D'Maria Matthews led the Tigers during the 2026 season after assuming interim head coaching duties.
"Grambling State University appreciates Coach Matthews for her dedication, professionalism and service to our softball student-athletes and program. We thank her for her contributions and wish her continued success in the future.," said Vice President for Intercollegiate Athletics Dr. Trayvean D. Scott. "This was not an easy decision to make but one that we felt was necessary to move our program forward. The goal at GSU is to compete for championships every year. As we move forward, we will be intentional in finding the right person to lead this program back to its rightful place as one of the top programs in the country."
A national search for the next leader of the softball program will commence immediately.
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