Capital University
NCAA DIII • OAC
Date: November 4, 2025
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When Coach Kara Concheck came to Winthrop, things weren’t easy. The team was in a rough spot — culture, confidence, connection — all of it. But Kara has this way of stepping into chaos and somehow making it better. Honestly, she was the saving grace we needed. I knew it was going to take some time to work through those who belonged on our team, and those who didn’t see the big picture. We are on the other side of this and it could not be more amazing. I am a two year team captain for a program that is a family. From day one, she was real with us. No sugarcoating, no fake hype — just truth. She cuts through any BS or selfishness fast. Be ready to answer hard questions and take a real look in the mirror, because Kara will challenge you to meet yourself with honesty. You’re either ready to grow, or you’ll find an excuse not to. That’s what separates her players — we learned to own it, care more, and fight for each other. That’s where the transformation happened. Aside from her honesty that comes from a place of care (my mother away from home lol) one of her biggest strengths is recruiting. She doesn’t just look for skill — she finds the right people. The ones who fit, who care, who want to build something together. That’s how we started turning things around. These girls have become my best friends. I’m so excited to see what we can do with the groundwork that’s been laid down. She also prepped our assistant coach to step up into a greater role as our new coach and has done an amazing job. Through all the ups and downs, Kara showed up every single day with heart and belief — even when others didn’t. She gives everything she has to her players, sometimes to the point of being taken advantage of, but it’s because she truly cares. Every program she’s been part of, she’s left in a better place — with stronger leaders and a tighter culture. Winthrop’s success now didn’t happen by accident. The foundation was built through her hard work, her love, and her refusal to give up on us. Coach Kara doesn’t just coach teams — she changes them. And if you’re lucky enough to be coached by her, be ready to grow.