Grand Forks Softball / Northwoods Softball League Head Coach - Grand Forks, ND
Who We Are
Northwoods League Softball enters its third season in 2026, continuing to build a league that is Experience Obsessed and focused on providing unforgettable summer entertainment. Grand Forks will proudly join the league that year, with its inaugural team playing at the brand-new Albrecht Field on the University of North Dakota campus.
Albrecht Field, which opened in 2024, is a premier facility featuring over 500 seats, a turf playing surface, a party deck, and a videoboard. With aviation-themed design elements and modern amenities, it reflects the city’s identity and creates a fan experience rooted in Positive Energy and community pride.
Grand Forks Softball will bring Innovation to the local sports scene as it joins the Northwoods Softball League (NWLS)—the first for-profit collegiate fastpitch softball league in the country. The team’s arrival in 2026 will mark a major milestone for the community and give fans a new summer tradition to rally behind.
The Northwoods League is the proven leader in collegiate baseball development. Now in its 32nd season, it is the largest organized summer baseball league in the world, with 25 teams and more than 300 alumni reaching Major League Baseball. Stars like Curtis Granderson, Max Scherzer, Ben Zobrist, Brandon Crawford, and Chris Sale have all passed through Northwoods League dugouts.
This success extends into softball. Launched in 2024, the NWLS delivers the same professional-caliber experience to elite collegiate fastpitch players. Fans enjoy creative promotions, high-level competition, and affordable family fun—all delivered with EPIC energy.
The Position
Grand Forks Softball is looking for a Head Coach that is driven, passionate and dedicated to developing college athletes into the country’s top softball players. As the Head Coach you will recruit 18+ full time players each season, adhere to all NWLS guidelines and build a long term powerhouse in one of the country's best softball atmospheres. We are looking for a coach who has a broad network with the top softball programs in the country. The ideal coaching candidate will be committed to player development, sportsmanship and Grand Forks Softball’s mission of using FUN to make a difference. We want a coach who will build a winning team with the most fun, entertaining and community oriented players in the country. If you believe Softball is an experience for players and fans, this is the job for you.
Roles and Responsibilities
Recruit and retain 18+ full time players each season from the top programs in the country- Recruit temporary, first half and second half players (as needed) maintain a consistently, talented team
- Hire 1-2 additional coaches with coaching specialties to help provide the best developmental experience for every player
- Control and manage roster, locker room, player behavior, etc.
- Responsible for generating itineraries, hotel arrivals, bus departures, etc.
- Responsible for adhering to all NWLS guidelines (player contracts, rules, etc)
- Maintain an updated list of coach and school contacts
- Manage communication with with team host family coordinator and front office on player arrival dates, transportation and other player related information
- Serve as main point of contact for all player communication
- Provide roster updates in-season and off season
- Ensure coaches or players are at special events, community events and camps
- Responsible for Softball camps station activities, team timeline and responsibilities
- Work with the clubhouse manager on laundry expectations, equipment needs, etc.
- Ensure team maintains a clean locker room, dugouts, bullpens, etc
- Other duties as assigned
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Previous coaching experience required
- Fun, outgoing personality dedicated to developing young players, winning games, and leading a team centered around creating fun for fans and the community
- Deep knowledge and experience of Softball rules
- Deep network of college coaches at top programs in country and ability to recruit top prospects and talent from teams
- Excellent relationship building skills
- Demonstrate strong leadership and motivational skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Ability to handle multiple tasks and work in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to make an impact, is inspired to perform well to help contribute to the success of players and the team
- Ability to work weekends, nights and holidays as determined by events or requirements
- Uphold our core values: Experience Obsessed, Positive Energy, Innovating Always, Community Minded. These core values set the tone in everything we do, help us succeed on and off the field, make a difference in the community and provide the best experience in sports. It is important that the person in the position commits themselves to these core values.
Benefits & Compensation
- Seasonal Salary
- Seasonal Housing
- Gym membership
- Merchandise Discounts
