MOON TOWNSHIP, Pa. -  RMU Softball coach Jexx Varner has been appointed to the NCAA Division I Softball Rules Subcommittee.
 
The 11-member subcommittee is responsible for proposing and evaluating specific playing rule changes for NCAA softball, ensuring the rules govern the sport effectively at the highest collegiate level. Its key focus areas include enhancing player safety, improving the pace of play, and maintaining the integrity of the game.
 
"I'm really excited and humbled for this opportunity," said Varner. "This is a very dynamic moment in time for our sport, and I'm really looking forward to ushering in positive change for the amazing women and people of our game."
 
Varner's term expires in August 2029.
 
NCAA Division I Softball Rules Subcommittee
Kelsey Christensen - Head Softball Coach, Providence College
Becky Clark - Women's Softball Head Coach, South Alabama
David Deiros - Associate AD Strategic Engagement, Florida Gulf Coast
Ella Emmert - Student-Athlete, Kentucky
Robbie Guest - Active Official, Independent
Jessica Leger - Deputy Director of Athletics/SWA, Louisiana at Lafayette
Steven McCown - Coordinator of Officials, Independent
Vickie Van Kleeck - Secretary Rules Editor
Jexx Varner - Head Softball Coach, Robert Morris
Tim Walton - Head Coach - Softball, Florida
Betsy Wilcox - Assistant AD for Student Support Services/SWA, Southeast Missouri State
 
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