Coach Rating: Kathryn Bzdafka at Davenport University

Women's Softball

Kathryn Bzdafka

Former Women's Softball Head Coach

Davenport University

NCAA DII • Michigan Intercol. Ath. Assn. | MIAA

Davenport Is A Screwed Up Place

Date: April 17, 2025

By Athlete

5.0

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Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

3.6

3.5

3.6

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"Imagine getting jv and not wanting it because honestly it’s mean. The nicest coach and person I’ve ever met, leaning on the assistant AD is the worst mistake this actual nice coach could have made. All the blame gets put on the head coach for decisions the administration was making. Hilarious jv players and players that have had problems don’t/didnt put together that this rule following coach didn’t go rogue on anything. Honestly being a part of this team and knowing this information it hurts my heart this was done to someone who does nothing but care and support everyone. "

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Women's Softball

Kathryn Bzdafka

Former Women's Softball Head Coach

Davenport University

NCAA DII • Michigan Intercol. Ath. Assn. | MIAA

Sad To See A Coach That Cares About Her Players Blackballed

Date: April 17, 2025

By Athlete

5.0

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

3.6

3.5

3.6

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Believes In You Dedicated To Players Passionate About Coaching Poor Communication Knows The Game

"As an athlete who continues to have a relationship with Kathryn. It’s bizarre what Ronda did to you and what Davenport has allowed to happen."

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Women's Softball

Kathryn Bzdafka

Former Women's Softball Head Coach

Davenport University

NCAA DII • Michigan Intercol. Ath. Assn. | MIAA

Mentally Abusive To Players

Date: April 13, 2025

By Parent

1.0

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

3.6

3.5

3.6

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Believes In You Dedicated To Players Passionate About Coaching Poor Communication Knows The Game

"As a parent, it’s heartbreaking to see the mental abuse Coach K and Coach Jackie had on the players. They welcome drama and seem to prefer a toxic environment instead of building a team as one. If you weren't a favorite or a snitch for them, they set you up to fail and make it miserable for you. It’s a blessing for the program that they were fired. It was not about the playing time or not working hard enough for the girls that quit, it was the mental abuse. For the girls who are new to the program or a favorite of theirs, you saw abuse…imagine if you were one of them? It could have been you the following year so be glad they are gone. I hope they NEVER coach again for the sake of the player and sport. "

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Women's Softball

Kathryn Bzdafka

Former Women's Softball Head Coach

Davenport University

NCAA DII • Michigan Intercol. Ath. Assn. | MIAA

Coach K Cares About Her Players

Date: February 18, 2025

By Other

4.8

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

3.6

3.5

3.6

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Believes In You Dedicated To Players Passionate About Coaching Poor Communication Knows The Game

"All of my interactions with CoachK have been positive. She truly cares about her athletes and their overall well being. She cares to the point that she struggles to be direct enough with her players and gives too many chances to kids who just don’t have any talent. Is coach K the smartest coach on the field? No. Does she have great game management? Not always. Does she care about her athletes and listen to their feedback? 100% yes."

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Women's Softball

Kathryn Bzdafka

Former Women's Softball Head Coach

Davenport University

NCAA DII • Michigan Intercol. Ath. Assn. | MIAA

The Panther's Record Doesn't Lie

Date: February 5, 2025

By Other

1.0

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Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

3.6

3.5

3.6

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Believes In You Dedicated To Players Passionate About Coaching Poor Communication Knows The Game

"No sport is worth staying and putting up with the kind of mind games Kathryn puts you through. Extra practice isn't going to help your team, Kathryn. In 2022 Panthers went 25-22. In 2023, 13-32. In 2024, they went 15-31. This means the team has won 53/136 games in the last three seasons under Kathryn. This brings their winning percentage to 39%. Please, if you're considering playing college softball, this is NOT the place to be. "

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Women's Softball

Kathryn Bzdafka

Former Women's Softball Head Coach

Davenport University

NCAA DII • Michigan Intercol. Ath. Assn. | MIAA

Kathryn Bzdafka Is A Great Coach

Date: February 5, 2025

By Other

5.0

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

3.6

3.5

3.6

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Believes In You Dedicated To Players Passionate About Coaching Poor Communication Knows The Game

"For reference Davenport softball had 2 teams and they dissolved one team so yes naturally with dissolving an entire team a lot of people would be gone. Kathryn Bzdafka is a great coach and I wouldn’t want my daughter to play for anyone else. "

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Women's Softball

Kathryn Bzdafka

Former Women's Softball Head Coach

Davenport University

NCAA DII • Michigan Intercol. Ath. Assn. | MIAA

Kathryn Bzdafka Deserves A Raise

Date: February 5, 2025

By Other

5.0

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

3.6

3.5

3.6

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Believes In You Dedicated To Players Passionate About Coaching Poor Communication Knows The Game

"Kathryn has been nothing but encouraging to everyone. Kathryn treats everyone with respect and is the nicest coach in the conference. "

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Women's Softball

Kathryn Bzdafka

Former Women's Softball Head Coach

Davenport University

NCAA DII • Michigan Intercol. Ath. Assn. | MIAA

Kathryn Bzdafka Needs To Be Fired

Date: February 5, 2025

By Other

1.0

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

3.6

3.5

3.6

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Believes In You Dedicated To Players Passionate About Coaching Poor Communication Knows The Game

"If I could give zero stars, I would. Kathryn creates an incredibly toxic environment that destroys players' confidence instead of building it. She belittles athletes and uses mentally abusive tactics that make the game unbearable. Instead of motivating players, she tears them down by avoiding confrontation, blames loses on individual players, and goes out of her way to embarrass girls in front of the entire team for absolutely no reason instead of speaking to them in private. MANY talented players (24 in the last 3 years of Kathryn and Jackie being coaches at Davenport to be exact) have quit because of the emotional toll and sheer unhappiness she makes everyone feel. If you care about your mental health and love for the game, stay far away from this program."

2

Women's Softball

Kathryn Bzdafka

Former Women's Softball Head Coach

Davenport University

NCAA DII • Michigan Intercol. Ath. Assn. | MIAA

Kathryn Bzdafka Is A Coach I Will Send My Kids To

Date: February 5, 2025

By Other

5.0

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

3.6

3.5

3.6

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Believes In You Dedicated To Players Passionate About Coaching Poor Communication Knows The Game

"In all of my interactions at camps with Kathryn she is honest, knowledgeable and is genuine. Kathryn goes out of her way to talk to everyone I’ve seen her interact with. She is kind and helpful and asks engaging questions to get to know players better at camps. She is always fun and uplifting to be around. "

2

Women's Softball

Kathryn Bzdafka

Former Women's Softball Head Coach

Davenport University

NCAA DII • Michigan Intercol. Ath. Assn. | MIAA

Mental Health Isn't A Joke, Kathryn

Date: February 4, 2025

By Other

1.0

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Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

3.6

3.5

3.6

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Believes In You Dedicated To Players Passionate About Coaching Poor Communication Knows The Game

"Embarrassing coach. Avoids eye contact and prioritizes other players BLATANTLY, and she will deny this because she doesn't see a problem with it. The team culture is so poor and also an embarrassment to Davenport University itself. DU has failed its softball players for keeping this coach after an investigation was done because of REAL mental health abuse. 24 players have quit in the last 3 years of her and Jackie Barley coaching at Davenport. 2 players from the freshman class of last year remain playing for her. Only 8 from the previous year still remain playing. 12 NCAA reports and 18 personal statements against these coach meant nothing to the university as these coaches still hold their positions. Mental health isn't a joke and we are NOT faking it. Don't come here unless you want your college softball dreams to be taken from you by two grown women. "

2

Women's Softball

Kathryn Bzdafka

Former Women's Softball Head Coach

Davenport University

NCAA DII • Michigan Intercol. Ath. Assn. | MIAA

Best Coaching Staff At Davenport University.

Date: February 3, 2025

By Other

5.0

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

3.6

3.5

3.6

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Believes In You Dedicated To Players Passionate About Coaching Poor Communication Knows The Game

"Best coaching staff at Davenport University. Always fights for their players and are the most professional staff. Unfortunate to everyone JV was started in such a powerhouse conference. "

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Women's Softball

Kathryn Bzdafka

Former Women's Softball Head Coach

Davenport University

NCAA DII • Michigan Intercol. Ath. Assn. | MIAA

Save Yourselves Recruits

Date: February 3, 2025

By Other

1.0

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

3.6

3.5

3.6

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Believes In You Dedicated To Players Passionate About Coaching Poor Communication Knows The Game

"An embarrassment to the softball world. The only good reviews on this website are from girls she favorites or Kathryn and Jackie themselves behind a screen. Kathryn prioritizes herself in every way possible, from buying the most unhealthy snacks possible for the snack bag on away trips to being on her phone at practice and not saying a word to her non-favorites. Stay as far away from Davenport University Softball an anywhere else this woman coaches. "

1

Women's Softball

Kathryn Bzdafka

Former Women's Softball Head Coach

Davenport University

NCAA DII • Michigan Intercol. Ath. Assn. | MIAA

Don't Come Here If You Love Playing Softball... You Won't After Playing For Either Of These Coaches.

Date: February 3, 2025

By Other

1.0

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

3.6

3.5

3.6

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Believes In You Dedicated To Players Passionate About Coaching Poor Communication Knows The Game

"Playing for Kathryn Bzdafka has been the worst experience of my life. Seven of her players have quit from September of 2024 to the end of January 2025. This says a lot. The freshman class last year came in with a recruiting class of 11 girls... 2 of them remain playing for Kathryn. Kathryn is the worst communicator, "leader," and role model to young women. In November of 2024, 18 personal statements and 12 NCAA reports were written by past and current Davenport Softball girls who have previously or currently played for Kathryn and Jackie. The University held an investigation for these coaches, and decided to bring them back a month later. THIS is disrespecting your athletes. Since being coaches here (about 3 years,) 24 girls have either quit or transferred while playing under Kathryn and Jackie. That's a whole team. If I had the chance to go back and save my love for softball and own mental health I would NEVER consider coming here. "

1

Women's Softball

Kathryn Bzdafka

Former Women's Softball Head Coach

Davenport University

NCAA DII • Michigan Intercol. Ath. Assn. | MIAA

The Exact Opposite Of A Good Coach

Date: February 3, 2025

By Other

1.0

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

3.6

3.5

3.6

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Believes In You Dedicated To Players Passionate About Coaching Poor Communication Knows The Game

""Does not believe in metal health - is ignorant and doesn't stand up for her athletes - short but sweet, not a great coach" "

0

Women's Softball

Kathryn Bzdafka

Former Women's Softball Head Coach

Davenport University

NCAA DII • Michigan Intercol. Ath. Assn. | MIAA

Best Coaching Staff Out There

Date: January 31, 2025

By Other

5.0

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

3.6

3.5

3.6

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Believes In You Dedicated To Players Passionate About Coaching Poor Communication Knows The Game

"Best coaching staff I’ve ever had. Wouldn’t trade my memories or experiences with them for anything. "

2

Women's Softball

Kathryn Bzdafka

Former Women's Softball Head Coach

Davenport University

NCAA DII • Michigan Intercol. Ath. Assn. | MIAA

The Definition Of True Narcissism

Date: January 31, 2025

By Other

1.0

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

3.6

3.5

3.6

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Believes In You Dedicated To Players Passionate About Coaching Poor Communication Knows The Game

"Says a lot when all the coaches at Davenport said her and Jackie need to be fired. No one cares about playing time, a player should not be treated like they are not a college athlete. Both coaches are the definition of a true narcissist if I ever met one. Narcissistic behavior can never be fixed. And one of the assistant coaches who is a former player is only coaching to get a free masters degree even though she does not like her and has always talked badly about them. Future DU commits are considering decommitting due to the ongoing abuse. And seeing the posts above if Jackie truly hurt her arm why would she have not gotten surgery at Michigan… that is one of the best medical hospitals in the United States and it would have been at no cost. Many athletes have came back from a torn labrum."

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Women's Softball

Kathryn Bzdafka

Former Women's Softball Head Coach

Davenport University

NCAA DII • Michigan Intercol. Ath. Assn. | MIAA

Want To Love The Game Or Softball Play For Kb

Date: January 31, 2025

By Other

5.0

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

3.6

3.5

3.6

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Believes In You Dedicated To Players Passionate About Coaching Poor Communication Knows The Game

"Best coach- I miss you so much KB. You are the best - thankful for you. "

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Women's Softball

Kathryn Bzdafka

Former Women's Softball Head Coach

Davenport University

NCAA DII • Michigan Intercol. Ath. Assn. | MIAA

Malone Super Fan. Thankful For You.

Date: January 31, 2025

By Other

5.0

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

3.6

3.5

3.6

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Believes In You Dedicated To Players Passionate About Coaching Poor Communication Knows The Game

"We called the field at Malone the pit lol and Kathryn was super successful- having things don’t make you good. "

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Women's Softball

Kathryn Bzdafka

Former Women's Softball Head Coach

Davenport University

NCAA DII • Michigan Intercol. Ath. Assn. | MIAA

Kb The Swa And Ultimate Coach At Malone

Date: January 31, 2025

By Other

5.0

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

3.6

3.5

3.6

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Believes In You Dedicated To Players Passionate About Coaching Poor Communication Knows The Game

"KB - one of the best to do it and work with. Genuine and passionate. No resources - made a remarkable team at Malone. Forever will look up to you. "

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Women's Softball

Kathryn Bzdafka

Former Women's Softball Head Coach

Davenport University

NCAA DII • Michigan Intercol. Ath. Assn. | MIAA

Cotton Eye Joy Is My Favorite Song

Date: January 30, 2025

By Other

5.0

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

3.6

3.5

3.6

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Believes In You Dedicated To Players Passionate About Coaching Poor Communication Knows The Game

"One of the best coaches I’ve had. Has cared for me and still asks about my parents - which means a lot to me. "

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Women's Softball

Kathryn Bzdafka

Former Women's Softball Head Coach

Davenport University

NCAA DII • Michigan Intercol. Ath. Assn. | MIAA

Conference Tournament Champs Ndc BA By!

Date: January 30, 2025

By Other

5.0

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

3.6

3.5

3.6

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Believes In You Dedicated To Players Passionate About Coaching Poor Communication Knows The Game

"CONFERENCE TOURNAMENT CHAMPS - NDC BABY! Best coach around. Wouldn’t trade my experience for anything "

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Women's Softball

Kathryn Bzdafka

Former Women's Softball Head Coach

Davenport University

NCAA DII • Michigan Intercol. Ath. Assn. | MIAA

Where Did You Come From Where’d You Go, Where’d You Come From Cotten Eye Joe

Date: January 30, 2025

By Other

5.0

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

3.6

3.5

3.6

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Believes In You Dedicated To Players Passionate About Coaching Poor Communication Knows The Game

"Nicest person I’ve ever met. You’re caring when you don’t have to be but that’s just who you are. Your love for the game and ability to teach and mentor players is unmatched. "

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Women's Softball

Kathryn Bzdafka

Former Women's Softball Head Coach

Davenport University

NCAA DII • Michigan Intercol. Ath. Assn. | MIAA

The Pit, I Was Living In The Pit, We Were All Living In The Pit.

Date: January 30, 2025

By Other

5.0

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

3.6

3.5

3.6

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Believes In You Dedicated To Players Passionate About Coaching Poor Communication Knows The Game

"Kathryn is an exceptional coach. She was coach of the year in the GMAC and has the best winning percentage in Malone history."

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Women's Softball

Kathryn Bzdafka

Former Women's Softball Head Coach

Davenport University

NCAA DII • Michigan Intercol. Ath. Assn. | MIAA

A Great Coach, Teacher And Mentor

Date: January 29, 2025

By Other

5.0

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

3.6

3.5

3.6

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Believes In You Dedicated To Players Passionate About Coaching Poor Communication Knows The Game

"One of the nicest coaches I’ve worked with, college sports need more people like you. "

1

Women's Softball

Kathryn Bzdafka

Former Women's Softball Head Coach

Davenport University

NCAA DII • Michigan Intercol. Ath. Assn. | MIAA

An Absolutely Awesome Coach

Date: January 29, 2025

By Other

5.0

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

3.6

3.5

3.6

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Believes In You Dedicated To Players Passionate About Coaching Poor Communication Knows The Game

"Loving, caring, knowledgeable and all about the student athlete experience. Too nice to work at DU. "

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