University of Saint Mary Hires Jay Monhollon as Head Softball Coach

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University of Saint Mary Hires Jay Monhollon as Head Softball Coach

Jun 9, 2025

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(Leavenworth, Kansas) - University of Saint Mary Vice President of Athletics Rob Miller has announced the hiring of Jay Monhollon as the next head softball coach.

Monhollon comes to USM after 12 years as the head softball coach at Seaman High School in Topeka, Kansas. During his tenure, he led the Vikings to a 225-63 record, one state championship, four conference championships, and nine regional championships. He was a three-time District Coach of the Year and four-time Conference Coach of the Year. Monhollon was also recognized as the Kansas Coaches Association Coach of the Year in 2016 and 2024, NFHS Midwest Regional Coach of the Year in 2016, and NFHS State Coach of the Year in 2016.

"We're excited to welcome Coach Monhollon to the Saint Mary family," Miller said. "His track record of success, commitment to student-athlete development, and passion for the game make him an outstanding fit for our program. We look forward to the future of USM softball under his leadership."

Monhollon earned a Bachelor of Education from Washburn University and a Master of Education in School Leadership from Baker University.

"I am grateful to the University of Saint Mary for the opportunity to lead their softball program," Monhollon said. "My goal is to enhance the student-athlete experience by supporting them athletically and academically while creating a championship program."

The University of Saint Mary is a Catholic co-educational applied liberal arts university founded and sponsored by the Sisters of Charity of Leavenworth. The University of Saint Mary main campus is located at 4100 South 4th Street, Leavenworth, Kan. USM-Johnson County, at 11221 Roe Ave., offers evening accelerated graduate and undergraduate degree-completion programs. The university also offers online programs. Visit stmary.edu for more information.