MONTICELLO, Ark. – Arkansas-Monticello’s Head Softball Coach Kyle Lem has announced the hiring of Skylar Padgett as the newest member of the Blossoms coaching staff.
“I am so excited to welcome Skylar to #BlossomsNation,” said Coach Lem. “Her playing experience, along with her path to Monticello, is filled with things that I think will greatly impact our players. Her personality is infectious and her passion is beyond evident. I’m excited for our program!”
Padgett joins the Blossoms softball program after appearing in 41 games as a graduate transfer with the Wildcats of Abilene Christian University.
Before her time at Abilene Christian University, Padgett played in over 150 games at North Dakota State University in her four seasons on the Bison softball team. Padgett was listed on the Summit League Commissioner’s List of Academic Excellence during her time with the Bison and was selected for the Summit League All-Tournament Honors in 2022.
Upon her arrival to Monticello, Coach Padgett will be coming off the heels of being the Head Coach of the inaugural season of the Bat City Batz of the Lone Star State Collegiate League.
“I am incredibly grateful for the opportunity to start my coaching journey at UAM and to work alongside Coach Lem,” said Coach Padgett. “I am filled with so much excitement and very eager to dive in and start working with the team. I look forward to meeting each of the players and building strong, supportive relationships as we strive for success together.”
Coach Padgett received her Bachelor’s in Human Development and Family Science from North Dakota State University and is working toward her Master’s in Conflict Management and Resolution.
The Grants Pass, Oregon native is a dog mom to her Boxer, Mookie.
How to follow the Blossoms: For more information on Arkansas-Monticello Blossoms softball, visit www.uamsports.com and follow the team’s social media channels by searching “UAM Softball” on X and Instagram.
