Southern University

Southern University head softball coach Brittney Williams announced the addition of Alex Stephens to the Lady Jaguars coaching staff as an assistant coach on September 9, 2025.

Stephens joins Southern after serving as an assistant coach at her alma mater, Zachary High School during the 2024–25 season. In her time with the Broncos, she helped guide the program to a runner-up finish in district play and an appearance in the bi-district round of the state playoffs.

A native and graduate of Zachary, Louisiana, Stephens was a standout player for the Broncos, earning First Team All-District honors as both an infielder and utility player, along with All-Metro recognition. She was one of the area’s most consistent hitters, posting the highest batting average in her district during both her junior and senior seasons.

In travel ball, Stephens competed with Blazers Elite 16U and Blazers Gold 18U, capturing national championships with both teams. Her playing career continued at Louisiana State University–Eunice, where she helped lead the Bengals to a national runner-up finish.

Following her playing days, Stephens began her coaching career working with several respected programs, including Legendz, Lady Lightning, Blazers Elite Gold, and Northwestern Middle School before returning to Zachary High School. Through these experiences, she developed a comprehensive coaching philosophy centered on player development, leadership, and teamwork.

Coming from a family deeply rooted in athletics — her mother played softball at ULM, her brother played football, and her sister currently serves as the head volleyball coach at Live Oak High School — Stephens’ lifelong exposure to sports has shaped her passion for mentoring and motivating the next generation of student-athletes.