Auburn Softball Coach Mickey Dean announces he’s stepping down after the 2024 season
Auburn Softball
Auburn Head Softball Coach Mickey Dean announces he will be stepping down from the program after the 2024 season after seven seasons with the Tigers.
“I came to Athletic Director John Cohen this week after several previous conversations with him and made the difficult decision to step down as the head coach of the Auburn softball program at the conclusion of this season,” Dean said. “This was my decision and while it was a difficult one, it is what I felt was best for me and the program moving forward to allow me to focus time on personal matters.”
At the conclusion of the 2024 season, Dean will serve in a new role at the University as a special assistant to the athletic director.
During his 7 seasons at Auburn Dean led the Tigers to five NCAA Regional appearances, and three 40 win seasons.
“I am not from Auburn, but I consider myself an Auburn man as this institution and community has a special place in my heart,” Dean said. “My goal has always been to do what is best for the program and get the program to a point where it can sustain success in an environment that prioritizes the growth of our student-athletes. Words do not properly express my appreciation for Auburn and the Auburn family, and I look forward to continuing to serve Auburn.”
“I am grateful to Mickey for his service to Auburn and the care he has for this program and his student athletes,” Athletic Director John Cohen said. “Throughout our many conversations during my time at Auburn, it has been evident how much he values being a part of the Auburn family and appreciates his opportunity to lead this storied program. I know this was a decision that he did not take lightly but was one which he felt was ultimately best for Mickey, his family and the continued growth and success of Auburn Softball.”
During his 18 season career as a head coach, Dean has coach 12 NCAA Tournament Teams and is one of four active head coaches in the country to lead three different programs to the NCAA Postseason. Dean holds an overall career record of 699-290-1. Dean served in a head coaching role at Radford, James Madison, and Auburn.
(Information from Auburn University)
