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Donnie Danklefsen
Women's Softball Head Coach
at Trine University
• Angola, IN
• NCAA DIII

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Trine University • 4-year or above, Private not-for-profit • Angola, IN
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Donnie Danklefsen
Women's Softball Head Coach

Trine University

NCAA DIII • Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association | MIAA

At Least Sign Your Name Rosey

Date: September 23, 2024

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"Adrienne Rosey just sign your name on multiple posts! We all know you have posted all of these but 1! Get a life! "
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Donnie Danklefsen
Women's Softball Head Coach

Trine University

NCAA DIII • Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association | MIAA

Helped Me With My Coaching And Parenting

Date: September 19, 2024

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"Commenting again because I have to add these details. After I graduated and played for coach D, I went on to become a teacher and coach. Let me tell you that if your coach acts like your best friend, then they are not doing you any favors. They are not pushing you to your limits and highest expectations. I incorporated many drills and team building “Ubuntu” activities throughout my 5 years as a varsity head high school coach. Now that I am a mom, I understand that I am a mom and not my child’s best friend. There is discipline and expectations for my kids, and I will always hold them accountable and make them be polite humans. Parents who let their kids do everything and walk all over them end up as spoiled, entitled brats. I am seeing way too many of those types of students as a teacher right now. Coach D is a great balance of being tough and approachable because he cares! He knows what his players and program is capable of accomplishing, and he will hold you to a championship expectation every game."
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Trine University

NCAA DIII • Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association | MIAA

Great Coach And Family Man

Date: September 19, 2024

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"I loved my 4 years playing for Coach D. He was honest and helped me become a better player and person. Was it always easy? No. But life isn’t very easy either, and I think he set us up for success for our futures outside of softball as well. One thing I never will forget is my senior year, my grandma was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. We were at the start of the season and he allowed me to go home and spend time with her for the weekend, knowing that I would miss a game (I was a starter), but I will never forget those last memories with her and I’m forever grateful for that from him. If you want to become a better person, teammate, and student, then I highly suggest you play for Coach D. "
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Women's Softball Head Coach

Trine University

NCAA DIII • Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association | MIAA

Trine Softball Is A Great Program!

Date: September 19, 2024

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"I’ve know Coach D for a long time. I had the privilege to play for him and now I’m blessed to call him a friend. He has built a program that teaches athletes that the true foundation of excellence lies in grit, determination and a commitment to hard work. If you have the opportunity to play for Trine softball and Coach D, take it because you will be playing for an incredible program and a coach who believes in you."
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Trine University

NCAA DIII • Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association | MIAA

Lol He Was Right Abt Crybabies I Guess ....

Date: September 19, 2024

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"these comments are ABSOLUTELY ridiculous. people who left the terrible reviews either aren't dedicated to their team & sport or they flat out sucked & need someone to blame. i transferred into this program from a program with no dedication, had a full ride & it was a joke. A HIGHER DIVISION. AND IT WAS A JOKE. you CHOOSE to go into a program like this bc it's a solid program that takes it seriously. just because it's "D3" doesn't mean it should be taken any less seriously then any other division. while coach d expects a lot from his players, dedication, loyalty punctuality. responsibility, isn't that what life is about???? he prepares you FOR THE REAL WORLD. he doesn't sugar coat things, he doesn't give participation trophies. earn your spot, work hard & be a good human being & teammate. i wouldn't be the adult i am today if it wasn't for him & that program. i am still to this day best friends with my teammates & to this day, he is one of the first people to show up for me & would give me the shirt off his back. you all are absolutely ridiculous & have a lot of nerve for a genuine human being. you don't like his coaching style? then move on, transfer, find a program that fits you & your drama. at the end of the day, he shows up for you. every single day, he wants you to be the best human that you can be & in the grand scheme of things, he is preparing you for life. "
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Trine University

NCAA DIII • Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association | MIAA

Gotta Work Hard To Win Big

Date: September 19, 2024

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"Since day one, coach D’s passion for softball and dedication to the development of his players is unmatched. He brings a wealth of knowledge, experience, and challenge to every practice and game. Coach D has an incredible ability to connect with players, offering both encouragement and constructive feedback. His approach to teaching fundamentals, strategy, and teamwork has truly elevated the entire team’s performance. Beyond the technical aspects of the game, Coach D is a fantastic role model—emphasizing discipline, sportsmanship, and hard work. What sets Coach D apart is his unwavering support and belief in each player's potential. He takes the time to understand every athlete’s strengths and weaknesses, creating an environment where players feel empowered to push themselves and grow both on and off the field. Under Coach D's guidance, the team not only improves but reaches heights they never knew were possible. If you're looking for a coach who combines expert coaching with genuine care for their players, Coach D is the one. You must be able to work hard and push yourself to new limits in order to reach ground breaking goals. "
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Trine University

NCAA DIII • Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association | MIAA

Ubuntu Trine Soft BA Ll Is Family

Date: September 19, 2024

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"Going into college, I knew I had to work hard to be a college athlete and a student. Coach D from the jump was very honest with how it was going to go. Work hard and you have fun. Well that’s what I did and I had an absolutely blast. I wish I could go back to being a college athlete at Trine again. Was it a challenge? Yes it was but any college athlete will tell you their program is a challenge. I have played for a national title and wouldn’t expect anything less while I was there. He demanded excellence but in the most respectful way he could. Coach D gave you all the tools and was there for me every step of the way. Did he hold me accountable? Yes he did but isn’t that what college athletics is suppose to do? Every challenge I face now in my life is something I know I can handle because of Coach D and Trine Softball. It was a family and my love for this program goes deep. I wish I could do it all over again! "
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Women's Softball Head Coach

Trine University

NCAA DIII • Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association | MIAA

I Would Do It Again If I Had The Chance!

Date: September 19, 2024

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"I think Trine is a great place to play softball if you want to be successful in life! Coach D was an intense coach, but he wanted to win. So did majority of the players who played for him, those who did not want to win did not usually do well in the program. I knew what i signed up for and I was happy to work up to that standard that was set. Those who expected it to be a walk in the park and underestimated the demand of the program are the ones who had these “traumatic” experiences. I value every lesson I have learned from being a part of the Trine softball program and I believe it shaped me for a successful life. I’m not saying it was all sunshine and rainbows. There were days that were harder than others. But I knew regardless it was all for something bigger. I cherish the moments I spent working hard toward my goals because it allowed us as a team to finally reach them. In my college career, our team won every title imaginable. I wouldn’t trade that for anything, no matter how hard or difficult some days were. Coach D instilled resiliency and fortitude in all of his players (at least those who allowed him to). He prepared me for life after college. He motivated me and encouraged me when I was at my worst and celebrated me at my best. He cared about us as people and students just as much as he cared about us as athletes. He likes to joke around with his players, I saw this as his way of earning our trust and building a relationship. Apparently others weren’t able to handle that. He was never afraid to push us past our comfort zone, I found value in this as it tapped into a mental toughness I myself didn’t know I was capable of. Regardless of how my personal experience was, I would never give Coach D a poor rating as a coach. He was tough and he expected a lot but I would rather have that than a pushover coach that coddles me and settles for a mediocre season. He taught us several life lessons as well as being a great, knowledgeable coach. He gave us time for academics when we asked for it. He was understanding when family matters came up. We came in knowing how hard we would have to work and that this is not run like a “typical D3 program” (thank God because we were competing for a national championship!). If you want to be successful in life, this place will set you up for success. If you like the easy way out, it’s probably not the place for you :)"
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