LTC Names Softball Coaches for Fall Season

Lincoln Trail College welcomed two new faces to lead its softball program. Veteran coach Larry Hilderbrand has been named Interim Head Softball Coach, while recent Weber State standout Eva Richardson joins as Assistant Coach.

Lincoln Trail College has begun a search for a permanent head softball coach. Hilderbrand will serve in the interim role during the fall season, guiding the program and student-athletes while the search is underway.

Hilderbrand brings more than three decades of coaching experience to LTC. His career began at the youth level, coaching his daughter, and grew to include travel teams and more than 12 years of high school coaching. Most recently, he has served as an assistant coach at Robinson High School. "It's been a little hectic, but exciting," Hilderbrand said of his transition to the college level. "The players have responded really well, and we're making a lot of progress."

Richardson, a graduate of Casey-Westfield High School, adds a fresh perspective to the Statesmen program. A catcher by trade, she was a two-time NJCAA All-American at Lake Land Community College before transferring to Weber State University in Utah. At Weber State, she helped the Wildcats win the Big Sky Conference championship and advance to the NCAA Regional in Oregon. Richardson earned her bachelor's degree in Sport Management and is grateful for the chance to begin her coaching career close to home. "The junior college experience changed my life," she said. "I want to help other student-athletes experience the same opportunities I had."

"We're excited to have Coach Hilderbrand and Coach Richardson leading our softball program," said LTC Athletic Director Jennifer Saad. "Larry's years of experience and Eva's recent success as a student-athlete bring an excellent balance to our coaching staff. I'm confident they'll make a positive impact on our players and the program."