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Women's SoftballLaura Valentino

Women's Softball Head Coach

University of Connecticut

NCAA DI • Big East Conference | NULL

4.2

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Would Recommend

Overall

4.0

Caring

4.0

Motivational

4.0

Knowledgeable

4.0

Honest

5.0

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AccessibleCoolDirectIntense

She cares about the players more than just on the field. She’s invested in our development as people.

Women's SoftballLaura Valentino

Women's Softball Head Coach

University of Connecticut

NCAA DI • Big East Conference | NULL

1.8

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Would Recommend

Overall

2.0

Caring

1.0

Motivational

2.0

Knowledgeable

3.0

Honest

1.0

Tags

Old School MentalityPoor Communication

Not a positive-growth motivator. Pushes players by shaming them, punishing them, gaslighting them with unfulfilled promises, lies & false compliments, Says one thing, does another. Coach’s choice of words and actions underscore a very unhealthy mental health culture (2019-current). Players are also expected to keep quiet and told that their friends & family can’t be trusted with knowing what’s going on behind the scenes, and threatened if they do. Run, don’t walk. Not to be trusted if you’re looking for a positive d1 experience with a staff that truly cares about player development on & off field.