South Dakota softball coach Robert Wagner announces retirement
Robert Wagner has announced his retirement as the head coach of the South Dakota softball team. Under his leadership, the program achieved its first NCAA Tournament appearance in history. The school is now beginning a national search for his replacement.
- ▪Robert Wagner is stepping down after 10 years as head coach of the South Dakota softball team.
- ▪He led the team to its first NCAA Tournament appearance and conference championship this season.
- ▪Wagner finished with a record of 224-298-1, becoming the second-winningest coach in program history.
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