Coach Rating: Kathryn Bzdafka at Davenport University

Women's Softball

Kathryn Bzdafka

Former Women's Softball Head Coach

Davenport University

NCAA DII • Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association | MIAA

An Absolutely Awesome Coach

Date: January 29, 2025

By Other

5.0

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Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

5.0

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

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Women's Softball

Kathryn Bzdafka

Former Women's Softball Head Coach

Davenport University

NCAA DII • Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association | MIAA

Too Nice, Great Coach, Great Person

Date: January 29, 2025

By Other

5.0

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Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

5.0

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

"Kind of baffling how such a cruel, mean, bad, abusive coach would have 2 alumni working on staff with her. Makes you scratch your head about this entire situation. Kathryn Bzdafka is and has always been a great coach, who is compassionate, caring and gives almost too much grace. SHE IS TOO NICE."

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Women's Softball

Kathryn Bzdafka

Former Women's Softball Head Coach

Davenport University

NCAA DII • Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association | MIAA

Davenport University Is Lucky To Have You As Their Coach.

Date: January 29, 2025

By Other

5.0

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Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

5.0

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

"I’ve never had a coach care so much for me as human. She is genuine, nice and respects everyone. Davenport is very lucky to have her as their coach and be part of their university. She goes above and beyond for everyone. "

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Women's Softball

Kathryn Bzdafka

Former Women's Softball Head Coach

Davenport University

NCAA DII • Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association | MIAA

Davenport University Employs Abusers

Date: January 29, 2025

By Other

1.0

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Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

1.0

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

"Stay away from Davenport University they do not support their athletes by allowing this abusive coach to remain coaching!"

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Women's Softball

Kathryn Bzdafka

Former Women's Softball Head Coach

Davenport University

NCAA DII • Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association | MIAA

Stay Away From Kathryn Awful Coach

Date: January 29, 2025

By Other

1.0

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Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

1.0

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

"Manipulative selfish coach. She will drain the love of the game from you. stay away "

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Women's Softball

Kathryn Bzdafka

Former Women's Softball Head Coach

Davenport University

NCAA DII • Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association | MIAA

Horrible Coach Poor Human Being

Date: January 29, 2025

By Other

1.0

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Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

1.0

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

"STAY AWAY FROM THIS COACH WHERE EVER SHE IS COACHING! "

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Women's Softball

Kathryn Bzdafka

Former Women's Softball Head Coach

Davenport University

NCAA DII • Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association | MIAA

Kathryn Is Awesome & A Great Coach

Date: January 28, 2025

By Other

5.0

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

5.0

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

"Kathryn Bzdafka is an incredible leader whose ability to connect with people sets her apart. She is not only a great people person but also deeply caring, always taking the time to ensure her athletes feel supported and valued. Her guidance goes beyond just skill development—she invests in us as individuals, pushing us to grow both on and off the field. One thing she’s taught me is that you get what you put in, and like anything worth having, success grows when you water it. Her belief in the power of effort and perseverance inspires me every day to give my best."

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Women's Softball

Kathryn Bzdafka

Former Women's Softball Head Coach

Davenport University

NCAA DII • Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association | MIAA

Two Great Coaches That Care And Have Accomplished So Much In The Softball World

Date: January 28, 2025

By Other

5.0

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Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

5.0

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

"They have dedicated their lives to helping players become better- as people and players. If you claim to love the game but go to practice and don’t work hard and are uncoachable what do you expect to happen. I’ve known Jackie for 20 plus years - she was a phenomenal player. I watched her journey and actual struggle of being a victim of something truly horrific. I also watched her comeback from a torn labrum, being in pain every day and again be a phenomenal player. So many people don’t know her story and what makes her who she is. Davenport are lucky to have them. "

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Women's Softball

Kathryn Bzdafka

Former Women's Softball Head Coach

Davenport University

NCAA DII • Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association | MIAA

The Most Childish Coach I’ve Ever Had

Date: January 28, 2025

By Other

1.0

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Caring

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1.0

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

"I’ve had some pretty bad coaches, but none as bad as her. Not only did she have no reasoning behind her choices, she did a horrible job at creating a cohesive and effective team. Pitting players against each other and talking badly about other players behind theirs backs to their own teammates, like a child. I have never been in a darker place than the time when she was my coach. I would steer my worst enemy away from this coach. I try to block most of my time spent with her out of my memory. I hope she gets a taste of what she has served out to so many others. "

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Women's Softball

Kathryn Bzdafka

Former Women's Softball Head Coach

Davenport University

NCAA DII • Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association | MIAA

Remember Kathryn, God Is Always Watching

Date: January 27, 2025

By Other

1.0

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Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

1.0

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

"For an individual who claims to be so devoutly religious, she is quite the hypocrite. To talk negatively about players to other players is disgraceful. To be spineless and not have the back of your own is disgusting. Maybe she should reconsider who needs to be the one to “go pray.” There are those who played every game who would agree. "

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Women's Softball

Kathryn Bzdafka

Former Women's Softball Head Coach

Davenport University

NCAA DII • Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association | MIAA

If You Want To Never Like Softball Again These Are The Coaches For You.

Date: January 27, 2025

By Other

1.0

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Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

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1.0

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

"Kathryn Bzdafka and Jackie Barley should be investigated and fired immediately. 21 girls have quit the program in under a year. Recruits are threatening to decommit due to the mental abuse. Former players from other schools are coming forward with claims talking about the abuse. Players were going to counseling weekly and having dark thoughts because of the mental abuse. All these other posts on saying how she is a good coach is because herself or Jackie or her so called “favorites” are writing those. Coaches would lock certain players out of the lockeroom and only allow certain players to access. Many players had to use broken equipment and lopsided balls. I suggest as long as those two are still coaching that you look elsewhere. If you want to hate softball then these are the coaches for you. It is absolutely disgusting what is going on at Davenport University. There was also an investigation about the abuse going on with players. The school did not fire her when there were over 25 claims from former players on the abuse. Jackie Barley is also a liar and claims she played for The University of Michigan and she quit the beginning of fall of her freshman year due to an “arm injury”. She then went on to Central Michigan and ended up being kicked off the team for bad behavior. Former players had close friends or relatives that played with her that claimed this statement was true. She was also never listed on the past rosters."

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Women's Softball

Kathryn Bzdafka

Former Women's Softball Head Coach

Davenport University

NCAA DII • Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association | MIAA

Playing Time Is Earned Not Given.

Date: January 27, 2025

By Athlete

4.6

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Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

5.0

4.0

5.0

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

"Outstanding coach and human- Coach K’s character is exceptional and Davenport is very lucky to have her. Her deep understanding of the game and her background as an outstanding player enriched our team dynamics. Coach K’s dedication to the sport and to us athletes was evident, and she always maintained a realistic approach to our development. "

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Women's Softball

Kathryn Bzdafka

Former Women's Softball Head Coach

Davenport University

NCAA DII • Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association | MIAA

A Coach Who Re Kindled My Love For The Game In All Aspects. To Know Her Is To Love Her, Best College Coach I've Ever Had.

Date: January 27, 2025

By Other

5.0

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

5.0

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

"A Coach who will be remembered far deeper than just being a coach, one who values players with hard work and integrity and truly has the best interest of all her players. Coach K is the fairest and most respected coach in the game. "

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Women's Softball

Kathryn Bzdafka

Former Women's Softball Head Coach

Davenport University

NCAA DII • Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association | MIAA

Coach K Has Saved My Love For Softball And I Will Be Forever Grateful To Her And The Assistant Coaches Here At Davenport

Date: January 27, 2025

By Other

4.8

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

5.0

4.0

5.0

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

"She strives to see hard work being put into the program! She holds out reasonable standards and holds everyone accountable to them! These standards don’t just make winning programs, they build character for when you retire from softball itself and you’re out on your own! She understands the game well because she has played it herself! I respect her a ton because of her high expectations and standards! She will push you to become the best player you can be, and support you through every step, you just have to be willing as a player to allow it to let you grow! Not only is she a great coach, she is a great human being! She treats her players like human beings and not just someone who can get them a championship! She remembers what you tell her, whether it’s personal or something random you want to share with her! A personal story was when she was in the process of recruiting me, we had a phone conversation back in March. I had mentioned something very specific about my dog at the time! Fast forward to September, 6 months later, she had asked about my dog and mentioned that specific moment as if it were yesterday! It made me feel like I wasn’t just one of her players and got lost in the crowd! She remembered something very distinct and that is just one of the many stories I have about Coach K! "

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Women's Softball

Kathryn Bzdafka

Former Women's Softball Head Coach

Davenport University

NCAA DII • Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association | MIAA

Personable And Caring Coach

Date: January 27, 2025

By Other

5.0

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

5.0

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

"Never played for a more understanding and caring person. No matter what’s happening on the field she truly cares for her players and wants what’s best for them no matter what. "

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Women's Softball

Kathryn Bzdafka

Former Women's Softball Head Coach

Davenport University

NCAA DII • Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association | MIAA

Great Experience Playing Under Coach K

Date: January 27, 2025

By Other

5.0

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

5.0

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

"Great coach and great experience. I was well taken care of and enjoyed my experience playing for coach k. Sad that some girls are dragging her down because they didn’t get the playing time they wanted. "

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Women's Softball

Kathryn Bzdafka

Former Women's Softball Head Coach

Davenport University

NCAA DII • Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association | MIAA

Coach K Made Me Love Softball Again And I Would Let Trade My Time With Her

Date: January 27, 2025

By Verified Athlete

5.0

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

5.0

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

"She was kind and truthfully made me fall in love with the game again. She gave opportunities to those who worked hard and proved they wanted to be there. "

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Women's Softball

Kathryn Bzdafka

Former Women's Softball Head Coach

Davenport University

NCAA DII • Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association | MIAA

Best Coach I’ve Been Around

Date: January 27, 2025

By Other

5.0

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

5.0

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

"Coach of the year in the GMAC. Literally - a great coach. Sad to see the hate over playing time but also not surprised. "

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Women's Softball

Kathryn Bzdafka

Former Women's Softball Head Coach

Davenport University

NCAA DII • Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association | MIAA

Coach K Is Very Dedicated And Is A Great Leader. She Puts Lots Of Time And Effort Into The Team And Makes Us Not Only Great Players But Great Humans.

Date: January 27, 2025

By Other

5.0

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

5.0

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

"Coach K in my experience is a very caring coach. She pours every ounce of her life into the team and game. "

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Women's Softball

Kathryn Bzdafka

Former Women's Softball Head Coach

Davenport University

NCAA DII • Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association | MIAA

Best Coach I’ve Ever Had

Date: January 27, 2025

By Other

5.0

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

5.0

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

"Best coach I’ve ever had. Shame her boss doesn’t stand up for her. Sad. "

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Women's Softball

Kathryn Bzdafka

Former Women's Softball Head Coach

Davenport University

NCAA DII • Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association | MIAA

A Disappointment To The Game Of Softball

Date: January 27, 2025

By Other

1.0

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

1.0

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

"This “woman” and her assistant are a pure liability to the NCAA. The only lesson to learn from this coach is how to be a mental abuser, narcissist, and a coward. She has no respect for the game of softball or her players. She is behind the times in the world of fast pitch softball and extremely outdated in the world of coaching. She is weak minded and makes it a goal of hers to shut down anyone with confidence. Her players are not humans to her, just pawns in her sick game of mental abuse. The worst part is- if she was not coaching softball she would be an educator. Maybe softball should keep her around just to save the youth."

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Women's Softball

Kathryn Bzdafka

Former Women's Softball Head Coach

Davenport University

NCAA DII • Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association | MIAA

Poor Coaching Values Metal Abuse

Date: January 27, 2025

By Other

1.0

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Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

1.0

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

"Not sure how anyone could call themselves a coach when they abruptly leave a team with no explanation that’s only because she knew people were catching on to her. Mentally abusing….Manipulating players against each other. I have nothing but time to leave a a daily one star review ; ) this woman needs to be fired. "

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Women's Softball

Kathryn Bzdafka

Former Women's Softball Head Coach

Davenport University

NCAA DII • Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association | MIAA

12/10 You Get What You Put In

Date: January 26, 2025

By Other

5.0

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

5.0

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

"Kathryn cares about her athletes and puts them in a position to succeed. Those that have “negative” experiences struggle to face the harsh reality that they are not the player that they think they are. College athletics is about the “grind” and putting in hard work. Kathryn gives these girls the keys to success and it is up to the athlete with what they do with them. When struggling, I had an open and honest conversation with the staff. They helped me get back on the right track because I was willing to have a conversation with them. If you’re willing to succeed, this is a coach that you’ll have a good experience with. "

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Women's Softball

Kathryn Bzdafka

Former Women's Softball Head Coach

Davenport University

NCAA DII • Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association | MIAA

This Coach Needs To Be Investigated

Date: January 26, 2025

By Other

1.0

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Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

1.0

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

"I am the mother of an alumni player, and this coach destroyed my daughter as a college athlete she’s manipulative mentally abusive and a Bully and needs to not be coaching anymore! "

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