AUBURN, Ala. – One of the rising stars in collegiate coaching, DJ Sanders joins Auburn softball as an assistant coach as announced by co-head coaches Chris and Kate Malveaux on Sunday.
“We have seen DJ grow as a player as well as evolve into a coach and mentor for other young athletes,” said Chris Malveaux. “DJ has a gift of perspective and understanding of how to get the most out of athletes. Her impact will be felt right away offensively as well as with our infield play. She is sharp, competitive and is a person of very high character. DJ will make an incredible impact on the Auburn softball program!”
“We are very excited to have DJ join the Auburn softball family!” Kate Malveaux added. “She knows how to win and will work tirelessly to do so. DJ has an incredible foundation as a person of strong values. She will set a great example for these players as well as help them develop into the best athletes they possibly could be.”
Sanders joins Auburn after spending last season as an assistant coach at Ole Miss where she worked with the Rebel offense. Sanders also had coaching stints with Memphis, Mississippi State and Missouri while bringing a wealth of playing knowledge both at the collegiate and professional levels.
“I’m very excited about the opportunity to represent Auburn University and coach with Chris and Kate Malveaux,” Sanders said. “They have been wonderful mentors to me over the years. I plan to make an immediate impact with these student-athletes as someone who’s been in their shoes. I can’t wait to get to work and help lead this this program back to the Women’s College World Series to compete for a national championship soon!”
In her lone season with the Rebels, Sanders help Ole Miss to 31 wins and an eighth straight NCAA Regional appearance. She guided Aynslie Furbush to 2024 All-SEC honors as Furbush turned in the best offensive season of her career. She tallied 49 hits and finished second on the team with a .325 batting average while ranking 13th in the SEC with 44 RBI.
