(WILMINGTON, Ohio) - Jazmyne Smith enters her first year as Assistant Softball Coach at Wilmington College ahead of the 2026 season. Smith joins the Quakers with a strong playing background and knowledge of NCAA Division III. Her role will primarily focus on the infielders, along with hitters. She will also assist in recruiting regionally and expanding towards the east coast.

"I am thrilled to have Jazmyne join our staff. She brings with her the experience of a successful playing career in one of the country's top Division III softball conferences," says Quakers Head Softball Coach Megan Warren. "I'm excited for her to share her experiences and knowledge with our players and believe she will be a difference maker in our performance as a team."

Smith, a native of Amherst, Virginia, attended Bridgewater College, where she received her Bachelor of Science in Health and Physical Education, along with Coaching in 2025. At Bridgewater, Smith played Softball for five seasons, appearing in 159 games and starting in 153. She earned Second Team All-Old Dominion Athletic Conference (ODAC) in her sophomore year, First Team All-ODAC at first base in her senior year, and First Team All-ODAC in her fifth year.

Smith slugged 21 home runs across her five seasons, leaving her tied for fifth all-time for Bridgewater. She hit 14 doubles twice in 2022 and 2024, leaving her tied for third in program history for a single-season. Smith is also third in program history with 44 doubles in her career. Across her career, she hit .348, slugged .578, and had an on-base percentage of .395.

"I am excited to join the Wilmington College softball program led by Coach Warren. I am looking forward to working with the team and being part of the continued growth and success of the program," says Smith.

During her time at Bridgewater, Smith gained valuable administrative experience. In 2023 and 2024, she worked as a representative for the NCAA Division III Immersion Program. She attended meetings with the Old Dominion Athletic Conference, focusing on the legislation affecting college athletes, and communicated with athletic directors and commissioners across various conferences.

She served as the Athletic Director Intern at Bridgewater in 2025. In this position, Smith participated in staff and coaching meetings to outline and prepare for team planning, taking statistics and charting plays throughout the season to enhance player development. She was also responsible for planning and budgeting for events, including fundraisers and team bonding. As a student, she served as the SAAC (Student-Athlete Advisory Committee) President, representing the rest of the Eagles student-athletes.