COLLEGE PARK, Md. - University of Maryland director of athletics Kevin Anderson announced the hiring of Julie Wright as head coach of the Maryland softball program Friday. Wright, who led Idaho State to three straight Big Sky titles, becomes the fourth head coach in program history.
"We are excited to welcome Julie to our Maryland Athletics family," Anderson said. "She has done a remarkable job at Idaho State, leading the program to three consecutive conference championships. Julie brings outstanding energy and passion to our program. Throughout her accomplished coaching career, she has been committed to successfully developing students both academically and athletically.